Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Bruce was an incredible person- I loved working with him at Southern Air Rescue. He is a true american hero. God Speed, brother.

Asst Cheif Randall Morris
EAC PD, former DPS Air Rescue paramedic

October 14, 2008

We have lost a hero and a friend. Thanks Bruce for all the smiles and good times. Rest in peace brother and may the lord be with you and your family.

Officer M. Craft
AZ DPS

October 14, 2008

Rest in peace....

Patrolman
Pennsylvania

October 14, 2008

Lord,
He was yours to give,
and yours to call home,
please stand by his brothers,
so they don't feel alone,
dry the tears of his family,
so they clearly see:
that he gave his all,
so all could have peace.
Blessed are they,
the children of God,
with heavy hearts,
and honor - they trod,
to pay their respects,
to give their salute,
and to ask for your mercy,
on heroes in Blue.
Amen.

Our hearts are heavy with grief as a member of our DPS family gave the ultimate sacrifice. May he rest in peace.

Wife of Detective
AZ DPS

October 14, 2008

Rest in Peace my Brother, God Bless you, your family and your dept.

OFFICER BOB SWOPE #5609
OLMSTED FALLS POLICE DEPT.OHIO

October 14, 2008

Rest in Peace. Thank you for your dedication and service. Please look over us from above. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Officer Dorsett
AZDPS

October 14, 2008

God bless the family, friends and coworkers of Officer Harrolle, may God be with you and guide you through these troubled times. May the young kids of this brave officer grow up to know that their dad is a true HERO who we will not forget.

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

Anonymous

October 14, 2008

I know of no words that will suffice. No words that are adequate. I just want the family, friends and co-workers of Officer/Paramedic Bruce W. Harrolle to know there are people from all across this country that will lift you up in prayer before the Almighty.
May you each experience the eternal love and endless blessings of our Lord and Savior in the coming days.

Special Ranger Doug Hutchison
Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association

October 14, 2008

God speed Officer Harrolle. I will never forget what you did for a fellow Officer at the medical center whe he was being flown in after being shot. Your time on earth is done, now continue the work you started here in another light.

Anonymous

October 14, 2008

Please know that my heart aches for this young man's family, agency and friends.
I am so very sorry that you lost your hero.

citizen
Alabama

October 14, 2008

Our sincerest condolences to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Harrolle. Please accept this reflection as a token of our appreciation. You will not be forgotten.

Godspeed

Session 45
Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy, Schenectady, NY

October 14, 2008

Rest In Peace, Officer Harrolle.

Lt T Carr
NYPD

October 14, 2008

My heart goes out to all your loved ones during this very trying time. Keep watch over all of them, protect them, wrap your wings around them and help them with their grief. You are a true hero and will not be forgotten.

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

October 14, 2008

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

October 14, 2008

May God bless the family and loved ones of Officer Harrolle, and also the DPS family as well in this difficult time. Your Dedication to the State of Arizona will not be forgotton RIP

Senior Patrolman Brett Jensen
New Mexico State Police

October 14, 2008

RIP BROTHER WE HAVE YOUR WATCH

chrisbolton

October 14, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

October 14, 2008

Toughts and prayers out to his family and AZ DPS.

Officer John Hansen
MCSO

October 14, 2008

Bruce was my best friend since 4th grade and an amazing person. He was like a second brother to me and our brotherhood of public service made that bond even better. He's saved many lives and leaves a legacy of two beautiful children and a wife. I don't know what it'll be like to not be pestered to move to AZ and leave OH behind. There's too many emotions in me to describe how much he'll be missed. I'll always remember you and all the times we've had together. I love you bro and I hope wherever you're at you can watch over your family like you always have.

Trooper Grady Coblentz
Ohio State Patrol and best friend

October 14, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with Bruce's family Angela and children, Brad, Nancy, and George. We watched him grow up with our boys in Ohio and saw him develop into a wonderful caring man. We loved Bruce and will miss him deeply.

Michele and Bob Coblentz
Friends of the family

October 14, 2008

Thanks for making the world a better place Bruce! I enjoyed flying with you on our rescue missions. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in peace.

Sgt. Aaron Dick
Coconino County Sheriff's Office

October 14, 2008

Brother now you have been reassigned to God's patrol in His heavenly kingdom. Know that all your new partners are heroic brothes and sisters as you are. Know also that you will never be forgotten by those you have left behind and that your family will be cared for. Your bravery in saving the life of one of Gods children is recorded in Gods journal of His best servants.While you patrol His golden streets let your love for your family and your brothers and sisters in the badge flow through Jesus to those still here.
In Christ, Tom Bradley Arizona State Chaplain

Tom Bradley, Retired
Phoenix AZ PD

October 14, 2008

Rest in peace Officer/Paramedic Harrolle, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your service.

Shelly
Citizen

October 14, 2008

May you Rest in Peace. We have the watch from here. God Speed.

C. Parlin CCLEA #65

October 14, 2008

Your life has been an example for all of us to follow.Our prayers to your family and friends in their time of need.


"Greater Love Hath No Man Than This,That A Man Lay Down His Life For His Friends" John 15:13


Garry McPeak
EMT-Tactical Medic
MRH-Columbia TN.Police Dept.

Garry McPeak
Maury Regional Hospital-Columbia Police Deptment

October 14, 2008