Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace sir, you and all others will never be forgotten! Thank you for your service, and god be with you and your loved ones.

Ofc. Aaron P. Sparks
Newbury Police Department N.H.

September 26, 2008

Our prayers and thoughts are with Officer McDonald, his family and the Philadelphia Police Dept. Being born and raised in Philly there is a deeper sadness for me. Patrick is a hero and the Lord is watching out for his family, friends. Rest in Peace my Brother..

Patrolman John G. Wallen
Oakley PD (Oakley, Kansas)

September 26, 2008

In 2 days our family will be reliving the loss of our brother and his K-9 partner at the hands of a murderer such as Officer McDonalds. I am proud to be a member of this thin blue line, but hate the way I became a member. Officer McDonald, you are forever a hero in the hearts of everyone. You served, you protected and you held up your oath of honor. My brother will be greeting you in Heaven. Rest my brother and know you are never forgotten.

For all officer reading this and serving with honor...Thank you for all you do!!

Joe Williams
Brother of Dep. Matt Williams and K-9 DiOGi EOW 9/28/06

September 26, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May God Bless you and all Officers who have given their life in the line of duty.

Officer Robert Baiada
Springfield Twp Police(Montco)

September 26, 2008

TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS AND CO WORKERS OF OFFICER PATRICK MCDONALD, I AM SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS. MY HUSBAND, VERNON MATT WILLIAM EOW 09282006, WAS ALSO KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY. I HAVE NO WORDS OF WISDOM, ONLY PRAYERS.

NANCY
SPOUSE OF FALLEN OFFICER

September 26, 2008

Rest in peace brother. Your service will not be forgotten, and you are a true hero. My thoughts and prayers are with all the brothers and sisters in the PPD.

Detective Moran
PANT

September 26, 2008

Officer McDonald,
I know you will be sorely missed by your family and friends. However, I know they are proud to have known a true hero. I will pray for them in this difficult time. Rest in peace brother, you'll never be forgotten.

Sgt Josh Nyce
Broward Sheriff's Office

September 26, 2008

Rest in Peace Brother. May God bless you, your Family, Friends and all the members of the Philadelphia Police Department.

I AM A WARRIOR
by Jon F. Hooper

I fight not for glory or fame,
For they are momentary.
I fight for those who can't.
I fight for Justice.
I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden.
And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets,
For I serve to protect the innocent.
It matters not where or when,
For evil knows no boundaries.
Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny,
I will not flee.
Justice is my weapon.
Faith is my shield.
Hope is my armor.
Cry not at my passing,
For it was my Honor to fight for you.
Shed not tears of sorrow,
But tears of joy,
For now,
I stand with God.

Ptlm. Mark Marchesi #2528
Parkside Police Dept (Delaware County, PA)

September 26, 2008

We haven't even wipes our tears off of our cheeks from the three Police Officers that we have lost before you. I did have the pleasure of meeting you and first impression was enough to last a lifetime. We are very proud of you and wish we could tell you to your face...A job well done brother , now protect us from Heaven with the integrity and service you gave here on earth. Thank you for giving your all RIP

Police Officer
Philadelphia PD

September 26, 2008

I know you are up there with my dad and all the other fallen hereos. God bless your family at this critical time of need.

Sgt Scott Magro US Army
Former SHPD officer and son of fallen PPD Officer Francis Magro

September 26, 2008

Rest in peace Officer McDonald...

Lieutenant
Genesee County, Michigan

September 26, 2008

Rest in peace brother, your service and sacrafice will not be forgotten!

Patrolman Jeff Tripp
Marion,Ma Police Dept

September 26, 2008

Officer McDonald your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May you now rest in peace.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee

September 26, 2008

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Police Officer Patrick McDonald,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Police Officer Patrick McDonald. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Police Officer Patrick McDonald is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

Anonymous

September 26, 2008

I'm sorry to hear about this heart breaking tragedy. May the Lord watch over Patrick's family and the Philadelphia Police Family during these trying times. Patrick died a true hero and he epitomizes the type of role model that all officers should strive to model themselves after - he died protecting the public - serving his community. As tragic as this loss is, I have faith that Patrick is in a better place, and I pray that the Lord will watch over our officers and keep them safe. I know this has been a tough year. God Bless you all. The men and women of the DC Metropolitan Police Department are forever thankful for Patrick's sacrifice.

Assistant Chief Patrick Burke
DC Metropolitan Police Department

September 26, 2008

Rest in peace Officer McDonald. You are a true HERO. Your family and the PPD are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your service. And a full and speedy recovery to Officer Bowes.

Anonymous

September 26, 2008

My heart goes out to Officer McDonald’s family and the entire Philadelphia law enforcement family as well. One cop being killed or even wounded is far too many, but in that great city it’s become insane. Four killed and I can recall at least two wounded (Officer Bowes and Officer Kelley of the PHA PD) in recent years. It’s truly a sad situation.

Officer McDonald, you weren’t even given a chance but from what I’ve read, you died a hero, but of course, that is no consolation to those who know and love you. I pray that you will forever Rest in Peace, you’ve earned that rest.

To Officer Bowes, I thank God you survived and I hope you make a speedy recovery. Thanks to you, that lowlife Daniel Giddings will never be a threat to anyone again. I will say a prayer for all the officers involved since no doubt this traumatic event will weigh on them.

God Bless.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

September 26, 2008

Officer McDonald, you will be remembered for your service and bravery. As your partners will grieve, your brothers in law enforcement will stand by their side to help them through this.

We will also stand beside and behind your family to help them through this time of grief, our arms forever surrounding them with love and protection.

Rest now, my brother.

Sergeant
Illinois State Police

September 26, 2008

My deepest condolences to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer McDonald. My prayers are with you.

Anonymous

September 26, 2008

Officer McDonald,
Thank you for your brave service. You will remain in the hearts of your fellow officers everywhere. Rest well and my thoughts and prayers will be with your family and fellow officers.
"Greater Love Hath No Man Than This, That He Would Lay Down His Life For His Friends." John 15:13

Cpl. Mark Wright
Arab Police Department Arab, Alabama

September 26, 2008

Rest in peace brother, you died a hero. You got the last laugh as you are now with God in heaven while the POS who did this to you burns in hell. You will not be forgotten.

Sgt James DeAngelo
Philly PD

September 26, 2008

In my forty years as a Law Enforcement Officer I have lost five friends in the line of duty and whenever I read of an officer loosing his life in the line of duty anywhere in the world my heart breaks and I shed some tears. I thank you for your service in the noblest profession on earth. May God bless you and your family and keep all your brothers and sisters in blue safe.

LPO Michael Kud-Kudijaroff
Tucson Police Department (Ret.)

September 25, 2008

MY condolences to the McDonald family, friends and all those who loved and knew him.

May he REST IN PEACE IN THE ARMS OF OUR FATHER

Caroline Lowery, Correction Officer
NYC Dept of Corrections, Retired

September 25, 2008

My first thought was "no Lord, not again"..What is happening? My heart is so heavy..this should not be so. What ever happened to the three strikes you're out law?
He was just a baby..God Bless him and my most sincere condolences to his family. May knowing that so many people care, make your grief easier to bear..My prayers go to the McDonald family.

Jackie
Citizen

September 25, 2008

Rest in peace brother. May god be with you and your family

Deputy Sheriff 6712
Polk Cnty Sheriff's Office Florida

September 25, 2008