Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My heart goes out to his officer he was a credit to his uniform may god bless you you will be remembered in my prayers
Des Goulding
retired Local Government
Law Enforcement officer
Australia

desmond Goulding
retired Local Government Law Enforcement officer Australia

March 22, 2008

Go dtuga Dia duit
tuar ceatha i ndiaidh gach stoirme
gáire i ndiaidh gach deoire
do gach cúram - gealltanas
agus beannacht i ngach buaireamh
is le gach fadhb an tsaoil
cara dílis a bheas ann.
do ghach osna - amhrán milis
agus freagra do ghach paidir.

(Irish Gaelic)

Dep. S. Farrell #422
OCSO NY Friend of Ofc Joe Corr EOW 2/27/06

March 22, 2008

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Owens and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice Officer Owens has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Owens, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Owens is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

For those who pledge to uphold it, Freedom requires a sacrifice the protected will never know.

Special Agent
FBI New York City

March 21, 2008

I cried when I watched this story play-out a few weeks ago; I just viewed Mr. Owens' father being interviewed. What a distinguished gentleman and what a peaceful soul to be able to speak so eloquently and beautifully about the life of his son. I am so sorry for the family's loss. Mr. Owens' father's grace and his ability to still see the good in the world are truly amazing.

Kate
Fox 8 News Viewer

March 21, 2008

Rest in peace now brother.

Sergeant Matt Bayne
Clayton Co. Police (GA)

March 21, 2008

May God lay his healing hand upon the family and friends of Officer Owens and may they know he will never be forgotten. Thank you officer Owens for your dedicated service to the people of Ohio and the United States.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 21, 2008

God bless your family, Thank you for your bravey and courage. Rest in peace.

P.O. #3914
Boston Police, District 11 (Dorchester)

March 20, 2008

Rest easy brother.........your time in hell is done. We have the watch from here.

Cst B. Hennebury
Winnipeg Police Serivce

March 20, 2008

Rest in Peace, warrior.

Trooper
Michigan State Police

March 20, 2008

Frat, you were the perfect example of what an Alpha man is about, "Service." May you rest in the peace of our Lord and Savior. Amen.

Ptlm. Keith L. Collins I, SRO
Bedford Police Department (Ohio)

March 19, 2008

My sympathy his family and co-workers.
RIP Officer Owens.

Dispatcher Nicole Tieche
Canfield PD, Ohio

March 17, 2008

Rest in peace Brother.

1773P
CSPD

March 15, 2008

"CITIZENS SLEEP PEACEABLY IN THEIR BEDS AT NIGHT ONLY BECAUSE THOSE DEDICATED FEW STAND READY TO CONFRONT VIOLENCE ON THEIR BEHALF"

March 15, 2008

Much LOVE from The Shahid Family, to The Owens Family, we are praying for you. Jesus Christ will keep your family in Perfect Peace!

Arrif Shahid #823
Cleveland Police Dept (Recruit)

March 15, 2008

Having been born and raised in Cleveland and retired with 25 years service from the Columbus PD, I was sadden to hear the news of another officer killed in the line of duty. I've attended far too many officers funerals and each time it happens it leaves a family with a deep void. We are truly the thin blue line of defense. May his wife and children find peace and comfort knowing he gave the supreme sacrifice protecting the citizens of Cleveland.

A. Bessell #863
Columbus PD (retired)

A. Bessell #863
Columbus PD (retired)

March 14, 2008

Rest easy, Brother.

K-9 Officer B. Rice
Irvington, NJ Police Department

March 14, 2008

Our hearts are saddened for all of you. We will pray for strength and courage for your family.

Cline Family
CPD 740 & NPS 344

March 13, 2008

Thank you for your bravery, service and sacrifice. May your friends and family take comfort in the fact that Derek will FOREVER be a hero and will NEVER be forgotten!

DET SGT, Retired
AR

March 13, 2008

Rest in peace brother, you will not be forgotten

P/O . J. Indano
PD in NJ

March 13, 2008

Our prayers are with your family, thank you for your dedication and service. My Fathers EOW 4-11-71, we fully appreciate your their loss, God bless.

Joseph Adam Milazzo

March 12, 2008

May the Family, Friends and Police Family find comfort together during this time. Officer Owens...we know all the reasons that you responded with dedication. Thank you for your service and sacrifice that will make our society a better place to live.

Lieutenant, DOD, Retired

Michael Karriker, LT.
Dept. of Defense, Retired

March 12, 2008

To Ericka, their children, and his family, May God be with all of you in this difficult time. I have never had the pleasure of meeting you or your family, but you are the perfect ideal of what a family should be. Know that you are all loved, because if you love God then you know love. No one knows how long a person will recover enough to push forward and this is why your children will be your greatest support. My children's smile and love helped me through many bad times. Rest in peace Officer Derek Owens, my heart is truly troubled because our children are going astry. We need to stop being pals with our children and start learning how to be parents whether married or single, these children need to be taught discipline and respect. I am seeing too many children giving or having no respect towards others. Adults we must get ourselves in order as well as our homes, because the product of an unruly child starts at home, and being a single parent is not a good enough excuse to leash havoc on our communities. THANK YOU to all Officers of the law because this is a job many will not perform. It takes real courage to brave these heartless criminals!

Marie Abrams
heartfelt citizen

March 12, 2008

The Slidell Police Department wishes to extend its thoughts and prayers to you during this difficult time.

Alayna Wilcox, Secretary
Slidell Police Department

March 12, 2008

May GOD bless the family of Officer Derek Owens. May you rest in peace my brother.

Sgt. Garey Bostick
Office of Naval Intelligence Police

March 12, 2008

I am deeply saddened by this. I worked with Derek at Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court when we were both probation officers in the University Circle office. This is a stunning and horrible tragedy. May God be with his wife and his children in this dark time.

Kris Lennon
Former Coworker

March 11, 2008