Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

You have made the ultimate sacrifice so the rest of us could live more safely. God bless your wife and children. We are all forever indebted to you and officers like you who risk their lives each and every day.

law enforcement officer wife

July 25, 2008

God speed brother. I hope our prayers ease the pain your familyand fellow Deputies are feeling. We got the watch from here. Rest in peace.

Deputy Sheriff
Martin County Sheriff's Office

July 25, 2008

The short time we worked together was but a brief moment in your life-just long enough for me to share in the pain and greive the loss-for your family and fellow officers.
Guess the Lord needed another Angel- at his side...as others from OCSO have gone before you...

Patricia Bendott
Citizen

July 25, 2008

Deputy Forgione:

Thank you for your dedicated service as a Deputy Sheriff. I cannot even begin to imagine the tragic loss that has taken place within your department, but I know you will NEVER be forgotten and I will pray for your family as well as your family in Blue. Rest In Peace Deputy Forgione, as we take over the watch now!

Officer D. Abbott
Peterborough Police Dept. Peterborough, NH

July 25, 2008

To my fallen brother:

Thank you for your dedication and sacrifice, so that others may live in a safer community. My wife and I pray for your family in thus their hour of need. Your brothers will be there to support them in the future, so rest easy and watch over us until we meet again. You are a hero and we will not forget you!

Patrol Officer John Moore #1903
Panama City Police Department

July 25, 2008

rest in peace sheriff forgione, your family is in my prayers always.
xoxoxoxoxo

theresa laurence
supporter of all police

July 25, 2008

I know about the pain of losing a brother in the line of duty. I extend my deepest thoughts to Tony's immediate family and his extended law enforcement family. May his legacy live on and never be forgotten.

Hank Christen
Dir. of Emergency Services (ret.)

July 25, 2008

When you ask most people they will tell you that Okaloosa County and Fort Walton is a peaceful place. Those that are not in public safety tend to take for granted the dedication and hard work of our Law Enforcement Officers. It is thier selflessness that makes our city a peaceful place. We dont see crime, or think about it because there are incredible men and women behind the scenes willing to give all to keep us safe. Deputies like Tony Forgione work with absolute dedication that allows me to rest easy at the firehouse knowing my Wife and daughter are protected at home. I thank all of the officers here in Okaloosa County, and across the country for providing that safety. Tony paid the ultimate price and will never be forgotten. I once heard a statement at Fire fighters funeral that I think of for Tony: "He was couragous not because he did not feel fear, but because he was willing to fight fear on behalf of others." Thank you all for being out there every day and night so we can sleep easy in our beds. "All gave some, and some gave all." You will be missed Tony.

Lt. Ryan Christen
OCWFD

July 25, 2008

Rest easy my brother, you and your team did a fine job. Although you paid the ultimate price, the rest of your team is here because of you. May God be with your family and friends throughout these trying days ahead. To my brothers in Okaloosa, keep your heads held high with pride for such a fine officer, as he would do the same for you. Don't hesitate to call upon us for support at anytime. God Bless each and every one of you.

Deputy Jimmie Tatum K-9 #348
Escambia County Sheriffs Office, Florida

July 24, 2008

What a tragic event. I pray that our Lord watches over your family and friends during this emotional time. I know that Jesus will guide your children to adulthood making you so proud of them. Rest well now my friend, you've earned it.

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

July 24, 2008

My Brother, thank you for your selfless service. My prayers and tears are with your wife and daughters, your family, and all your Police brothers and sisters.

May your daughters grow up to emulate their father's goodness and courage!

How can we ever repay you?

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY POLICE. MARYLAND

July 24, 2008

According to Col Dave Grossman, there are three types of people: Sheep, Wolves and Sheepdogs. The sheep are the meek and mild (general public) who fear the wolf (bad guy) and most often have no use for the Sheepdog (law enforcement officers, AKA: warriors) until the wolf comes knocking.

Tony was the epitome of the Sheepdog. He devoted his life to others - to protecting the flock. Devoted to his duties, he gave the ultimate sacrifice July 22, 2008 while protecting the citizens of Okaloosa County. The “Thin Blue Line” between peace and anarchy has stretched a little thinner with this lose.

Tony will be missed, but he will also be remembered as OUR HERO! The pain and sorrow we are feeling now will eventually fade with time – but he will always be in our hearts. The one thing that brings a smile to our heart is knowing that Tony is 10-7/10-42 in the arms of the Lord - a much better place. I know that Tony is up there in Heaven looking down on all of us and we will see him again someday.

For Tony’s family - know that your husband, your father, your brother, and your son is, and was, a true professional and a hero in all respects. Those of us who worked with him for so long on Delta Squad are hurting and grieving with you, because we too have lost a brother. Delta Squad can never be the same.

For Tony – Rest in Peace Brother, we have the watch now. Your family is our family. We will take care of them, just as you would have done for one of us. YOUR DEATH WILL NOT BE IN VAIN. We will continue the fight and we will carry on. Knowing we now have you for a Guardian Angel will make the day to day grind just a little easier.

In John 15:13, The Bible says, “No greater love hath a man, than to lay down his life for another.” Tony has proven his love for us all – his fellow man – by laying down his life to protect us all from evil. May his memory be honored forever.

Lt. Ken Christmas
Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office

July 24, 2008

I am sadden by the turn of events. We all know this can happen but never think it will. My heart goes out to the wife and two daughters of Deputy Forgione. I have many friends on the Okaloosa Sheriffs Office and have spoken with them in lengths. There is nothing harder to grip than a loss of a brother. Deputy Forgione died doing what he knew was right. God Speed Deputy Anthony Forgione watch over us all.

Cpl. L. Shipman
Moss Point Ms

July 24, 2008

Deputy Forgione rest in peace, we will take it from here.

Cpl. Jeffrey Mayo
St. Tammany Sheriff's Office, La

July 24, 2008

According to Col Dave Grossman, there are three types of people: Sheep, Wolves and Sheepdogs. The sheep are the meek and mild (general public) who fear the wolf (bad guy) and most often have no use for the Sheepdog (law enforcement officers, AKA: warriors) until the wolf comes knocking.

Tony was the epitome of the Sheepdog. He devoted his life to others - to protecting the flock. Devoted to his duties, he gave the ultimate sacrifice July 22, 2008 while protecting the citizens of Okaloosa County. The “Thin Blue Line” between peace and anarchy has stretched a little thinner with this lose.

Tony will be missed, but he will also be remembered as OUR HERO! The pain and sorrow we are feeling now will eventually fade with time – but he will always be in our hearts. The one thing that brings a smile to our heart is knowing that Tony is 10-7/10-42 in the arms of the Lord - a much better place. I know that Tony is up there in Heaven looking down on all of us and we will see him again someday.

For Tony’s family - know that your husband, your father, your brother, and your son is, and was, a true professional and a hero in all respects. Those of us who worked with him for so long on Delta Squad are hurting and grieving with you, because we too have lost a brother. Delta Squad can never be the same.

For Tony – Rest in Peace Brother, we have the watch now. Your family is our family. We will take care of them, just as you would have done for one of us. YOUR DEATH WILL NOT BE IN VAIN. We will continue the fight and we will carry on. Knowing we now have you for a Guardian Angel will make the day to day grind just a little easier.

In John 15:13, The Bible says, “No greater love hath a man, than to lay down his life for another.” Tony has proven his love for us all – his fellow man – by laying down his life to protect us all from evil. May his memory be honored forever.

Lt. Ken Christmas
Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office

July 24, 2008

Rest in Peace Deputy.

"Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9

Sgt Mike Gilmore
Esc. Co S.O. ,Florida

July 24, 2008

My prayers go out to the family and friends of Deputy Forgione. May God bless you always.

DE
St. Louis City Police

July 24, 2008

To The Family of Anthony Forgione,

May the Good Lord above be with you and your family durning this very sad time. You will be in my heart and prays.
To Anthony, Thank you so much for the work you did here. And now Rest In Peace your work on earth is done.

Tina
Gainesvill Florida

Tina
Gainesville Fl Resident

July 24, 2008

Thankyou for your service and sacrifice, you are a true hero we all can look up too. Rest in peace now as we will carry on in your name. God bless your family

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA

July 24, 2008

Thank you Deputy Forgione for your dedication and service to our community. You may be gone, but you will not be forgotten!

Justin Holloway-Firefighter/Paramedic
Okaloosa Island Fire Department

July 24, 2008

Deputy Forgione, thank-you for your service to the community. Rest in peace.

Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Department

July 24, 2008

Deputy Forgione's death is a true tragedy for all of us left on this earth. The reality is...he lived and died a hero. For this, we should all be eternally greatful. Godspeed brother....Anytime, anywhere!

Captain Clay Jones
Harrison County S.O. (MS) SWAT

July 24, 2008

Rest in peace....

Patrolman
Pennsylvania

July 24, 2008

God bless, & R.I.P

Ofcr Moore 3176
FWPD

July 24, 2008

Another one of God's peace makers taken way too soon. God bless Deputy Forgione and his family. May you find peace in knowing he is in a much better place and now stands eternal watch over his family and fellow LEO's. God speed.

Deputy's wife

July 24, 2008