Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

It was a tragedy losing you so soon brother. I can't believe it's already been 16 years since that tragic night happened.

I still remember All those evenings studying, laughing, chilling, drilling and just getting to know each other. They will never be forgotten... I pray your family has done the best they could in your absence. I'm ashamed to say I didn't keep in touch. Continue to rest easy brother.

Deputy (Retired) G Chavez
SCCJA BLE Class 500!!!

August 6, 2024

Rest easy

Mark Mottola

August 6, 2020

Rest in peace always knowing that your memory, service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

August 6, 2020

We were up in D.C. this week for the memorial service because we lost one of ours last year. I found your name on the wall also. You are not forgotten brother. Even though we only met through the academy I still remember you. Your sacrifice has made me a safer officer and I believe it has saved my life. RIP friend.

Detective Jonathan Reed
York County Sheriff’s Office

May 18, 2019

Ten years later I still remember you brother. I’m so sorry you aren’t here with us still. Please know your sacrifice has not been forgotten.

Detective Jonathan Reed
York County Sheriff’s Office

July 27, 2018

Rest easy brother, prayers to your family

Judge /retired SC Trooper Danny Lynn
Aiken County, SC

August 6, 2017

I remember working that night and seeing SLED race down highway 21 towards walterboro.. wasn't a few minutes later we got the news and were involved in the massive man hunt.. always think about that night the closer we get to summer. RIP brother

TRP Chris
Former Trooper SCHP

May 18, 2017

I grew up and went to school with Dennis in Alexandria, Virginia area (the 80's.) after high school we made a goof around music video.....and Dennis was the only one with talent. I am trying to locate his wife, as I would love to give a copy of this video to her, and to share with all his children. (Dennis is between the age of 19-21 in the video)he was a incredible person, a good friend, and always stood his ground for what was right....thanks, Robert Danz ( bobby D.)

robert danz
friend

April 6, 2015

i am the late deputies step daughter and i thank everyone who has looked after my familiy for the past few years......you all mean so much to me....thanks from the bowen family.....

Kaylee Bowen
Step-Daughter

October 30, 2014

i love you daddy i always will

kaylee bowen
step dauter

January 22, 2014

Dennis (S535): It was 4 years ago today that your watch ended (8-6-08) and it seems like just yesterday! I heard the news and hoped like hell it was just a dream. You were an awesome friend! So encouraging and uplifting! Your funeral announcement still lays on my bedroom dresser. I really miss my "Picture" karaoke duet partner. I think of you every time I hear it and tear up. I've only been able to sing it once or twice since you left. Time going by does NOT make it easier. I miss you & can't wait to sing with you again one day in Heaven... ***HUGS***

Jessica Alford (T525)
Karaoke Partner/Friend/Former Dispatcher

August 5, 2012

Love and miss ya brother.

Deputy C. Davis
Charleston County Sheriffs Office

May 23, 2012

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, Gone BUT NOT Forgotten! Thank-You for your service to your community and country. GOD BLESS-

M.W. Upstate NY
ADMIN- Ian Deutch Facebook Page

December 24, 2011

May God be with the Family of Dennis during this holiday time and comfort them.

Detective Brian Ashburn
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office

December 23, 2011

Thinking of you on this day and all of your loved ones. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and close friends. You are a true hero and heroes never die. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

August 6, 2011

To this very day I think of that night. I continuously think to myself that it could have very well been me. Compton and I were brothers in law enforcement and became very close while working on the road together. We had some really good times that I will never forget. After his death, I thought..should I leave this career that I love and enjoy because of it being so dangerous, never knowing if you are going to return home the same or at all, or do I let my brothers life be in vain. Still to this day I remain, fighting, and upholding the law because of my brother and the oath that I made to God and myself. Thanks brother...you will always be remembered and never forgotten.

Anonymous

April 25, 2011

You have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones. Thank you for your service to others.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

August 6, 2010

On your EOW just to let you know that you are not forgotten.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02

Anonymous

August 6, 2010

Before Dennis became a Deputy Sheriff, he was a great guitar player and a loved and respected friend. Dennis and I played together for a number of years and I remember him as always smiling, always kind, and level headed, even when some of us weren't. He is missed.

Nick Kelly, civilian
former bandmate

June 28, 2010

I shared some of the same classes with Dennis at Hayfield High in Northern Virginia.

Dennis was friends with everyone. I remember him as always smiling and in good spirits, someone you wanted to know.

My heartfelt condolences to his family and all those who loved him.

Rest In Peace, brother.

Dane Hartley
High School Friend

November 30, 2009

I just wanted to say that Dennis was a wonderful, trusting, good hearted person that anyone that had the luck of knowing him will confirm. He truly blessed the lives of all he touched. He was living his lifelong dream of being an officer of the law. He will be forever missed, and eternally loved!!

Lisa Helton
Lifelong Friend

October 26, 2009

Dennis I hope you know that you are missed. I only know you from when we went through Academy together but every time I think about what happened to you my heart is very heavy. RIP friend.

Deputy Jonathan Reed
York County Sheriff Office

October 16, 2009

DENNIS WAS A GREAT GUY THAT IVE KNOWN SINCE WE WERE KIDS
WE HAD ALOT OF GREAT TIMES TOGETHER AND ALTHOUGH I HAVENT SEEN HIM IN YEARS IM SURE THAT THE ONLY THINGS THAT HAVE CHANGED ARE FOR THE BETTER.IM SAD TO SAY THAT ITS BEEN A YEAR ALMOST AND IM JUST NOW FINDING OUT ABOUT WHAT HAS HAPPENED.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN.TO DENNIS I LOVE YOU BROTHER.
ROBERT KERN

Robert Kern
friend

August 12, 2009

deputy sheriff compton..you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers on your 1 yr anniversary..please know that you will never be forgotten..rest in pease and with ease blue angel

karen
detroit

August 6, 2009

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

P.O.
CHICAGO P.D. 11TH DISTRICT

August 6, 2009