Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

You've fought the noble fight and now God has called you home. Return to Him in honor, my brother, and rest forever in peace. Thank you for your selfless sacrifice. You are my Hero!

Jeff
Former GPD Officer

November 5, 2008

Joe,

I remember you assisting me on a traffic stop once in 011 many years ago with a man with a gun. You were a gentleman and your impression lasted. While we did not know each other, the incident affected the entire police department when it occurred. There was anger and sadness throughout the department. Now that you are in a better place, I hope you will continue to watch over us and cover our backs from Heaven.

Detective John Campbell
CPD Unit 606/Cold Case

November 5, 2008

God bless you and your family.

Officer

November 5, 2008

Thank you for your service.
God bless your family, friends, and fellow officers.

SJinaki

November 5, 2008

Gone, but never forgotten, Rest easy now my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is over...

SGT. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia County Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.

November 5, 2008

To the family & friends of this brave man:
"I pray that the Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom."
~ Abraham Lincoln

Lt. Peter Salzberg
Walpole Police Department

November 5, 2008

You've earned your rest. You leave us a hero. May God watch over you and your family.

officer bill brereton
richmond VA Police Department

November 5, 2008

god bless your soul and that of your family. your a true hero. thank you sir

patrol officer
metro new orleans agency

November 5, 2008

God bless you, brother. You have fought a long and valiant battle. May you rest in peace as you now sit with the angels.

Captain Gary Graham (RET)
Denver Police Department

November 5, 2008

MAY THE ANGELS LEAD YOU IN AND PROTECT YOU FOREVER. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND THE CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT.

AUNT OF TROOPER CRAIG TODESCHINI E/O/W 04/23/06

Anonymous

November 5, 2008

Rest in Peace Sir.

IL Officer

November 5, 2008

Thank you, Detective Joseph.
Hope to meet with you later, Good Sir

Anonymous

November 5, 2008

Joe, every time a police officer is murdered, it is a horrific, catastrophic occurrence. Your situation, however defies description. The sacrifice you've made the last 7 years is so unfair . . . you've paid SO much. You are so honorable, such a warrior, such a policeman. Your picture reflects so much. You definitely look like the kind of officer who would be leading an FBI Task Force into the danger zone. You look strong, bright, capable. You look like a good troop, a great guy. I know in my heart you possessed all those qualities. When I hear "Chicago," I'll now think of a tough Task Force, Chicago Detective, who gave "all" and then some. I honor you Joe, your name, your service and now, your memory. I will never forget your story, your picture. I wish I could have known and worked with you. With utmost respect and brotherly love,

Jim Crotty (former Richmond, VA Police Officer).

Jim Crotty, Special agent (Ret.)
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms

November 5, 2008

Rest in peace Joe!!!

Skip Roberson

November 5, 2008

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE....YOUR A TRUE HERO....YOUR SIS IN BLUE....

PFC/DIST.IV/OXON HILL
PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY, MARYLAND

November 5, 2008

Our prayers and deepest sympathy to your family and your fellow officers.
Rest in peace Detective you will not be forgotten.
Respectfully submitted
Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Deborah Roelandts (911 retired)
Oconomowoc Wisconsin

Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Town of Oconomowoc

November 5, 2008

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

OFFICER BOB SWOPE #5609
OLMSTED FALLS POLICE DEPT.OHIO

November 5, 2008

Our hearts and prayers go out to your family and friends in their of sorrow. May God Bless and Rest in Peace!

Cpl.II David A. Murphy
TX DPS

November 5, 2008

My prayers are with your family, friends, and Agency. May you sleep easy with God, Joseph. We thank you for your Service, Sir. You will NEVER be forgotten.

Sr. Corporal Trey Pellizzari
Texas Dept of Public Safety/Commercial Vehicle Enforcement--Rockwall

November 5, 2008

I cared for Det. Airhart in the ICU at Northwestern for many nights after his initial injury 7 years ago. My husband is a Chicago officer as well, and our hearts go out to his family.

Karen Kapanke

Anonymous

November 5, 2008

God bless you Your a hero .The family of Det William Rolniak eow 2-4-04

Anonymous

November 5, 2008

Such a long hard road for everyone. My condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family of Detective Airhart, Jr. Your pain is shared by all Detective Airhart's blue brothers and sisters. Anytime we loose a peace officer, we loose one of our own. Take care as a family and know we are all with you in spirit.

Sr. Investigator Rachael Frost
Riverside Sheriff

November 5, 2008

REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

INVESTIGATOR BOB CAMERON
CLEVELAND HTS PD (OHIO)

November 5, 2008

REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF E.J. MORRIS
RANDOLPH MO P.D.

November 5, 2008

Detective Airhart, I want to thank-you for your service. Rest in peace.

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

November 5, 2008