Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My thoughts and prayes go out to your loving family, and your CHP family as well.You gave your all and no man could ask more of you. Heaven is a safer place today, for it has another Highway Patrolman on patrol.Rest in peace my friend, for your CHP family has the watch now, and they will look after and protect your family here on earth.

Jack A. Wise, Jr. Master Trooper
Virginia State Police ( Retired )

December 16, 2008

Officer Sanders,

You will never be forgotten nor the sacrifice you have made. God has called home one of his special angel and that angel was you.


Sincerely,

Lakeycha McDonald

lakeycha
Widow of the Deputy Chad N. McDonald EOW 12/21/07

December 16, 2008

Rest in Peace Brother.

Semper Fi

Officer Eric Newbury
California Highway Patrol

December 16, 2008

Officer Sanders,

Rest in peace brother.

Detective Dave Howell
Plano,Texas Police Dept-Auto Theft

December 16, 2008

Rest In peace;

Commander A. Dumas
Bishop State P.D. Mobile,AL

December 16, 2008

Oh how my heart cries for Officer Sanders' family and friends. Such a tragedy for such a young family. God will reach out and cover you with His Love and Mercy! Hold on to God and He will release His strength, wisdom and understanding to and through you. My prayers will be with you through this time of heartache.
May Officer Joseph Sanders always be remembered as a hero!

Terri Cook, Sister to Sgt. Gaylon Ledington
Rapides Parish, La Sheriff's Department EOW 7/10/06

Anonymous

December 16, 2008

Rest in peace bro', we'll take it from here.

PO JA Bottillo
Troy NY PD

December 16, 2008

Officer Sanders,
Your family has the prayers of our entire family. God Bless You, & thank you for your service to protect.

Wife
Wife of a CHP Officer

December 16, 2008

So long and rest in peace

Anonymous

December 16, 2008

Thankyou for your service OFFICER SANDERS, you are a hero for us all to look up too. Rest in peace with all our heros who have gone before you, you will never be forgotten. God bless your family during these tragic times

POLICE OFFICER 9TH DISTRICT
PHILA PA

December 16, 2008

Our Greatest Fear

Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again, I hold back a tear.
They patrol in the state, city, county and town,
in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.
The shape of their badges may vary,
but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.
They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,
but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.
To uphold the law is the job that they pick,
with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?
They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,
after their lives have met tragic ends.
Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,
to many have been lost when gunshots ring out.
Our Heavenly Father has called them home,
no more these dark streets do they roam.
Through trial and error they have given their best,
please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again I hold back a tear.
(By Master Trooper Dave “Stumpy” Miller )

Masterr Trooper Dave "Stumpy" Miller
Indiana State Police Dist 13

December 16, 2008

Rest In Peace Brother. Your dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice make you a true hero. I pray God will watch over your young family and give them the strength to carry on with your legacy.

Corporal Thomas Colalillo
Florida Highway Patrol

December 16, 2008

Officer Sanders thank you for your willingness to serve your fellowman. God bless you and your loved ones. May the Lord grant your loved ones the strength to endure during this difficult time. Rest in peace my brother.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables

December 16, 2008

Rest in Peace, Brother. Thank you for your service.

Detective Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)

December 16, 2008

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

December 16, 2008

May God Bless you and the sacrifice you made. I pray for your family and may they find peace in knowing they still have you as their Angel. Thank you for your service. You are a Hero. God Speed...

Lori Seguin- Ret. Ft.Lauderdale PD
Stepmother-Broward Sheriff's Deputy Ryan Seguin E.O.W. 2-15-06

December 16, 2008

Rest in Peace Officer Sanders. You were far too young. Our prayers go to your family and fellow officers. You will be remembered.

Craig Dabroski
LEO Father

December 16, 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 Murphy
TX DPS

December 16, 2008

We are sorry for your Loss. My family has also experienced the loss of a loved one in the line of Duty. This was sent to us, We found this helpful. Hope this helps your family as well.


My Dearest Family and Friends

Somethings I'd like to say but first of all to let you know that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from Heaven where I dwell with Our Lord above. where there's no more tears or sadness just eternal Love. Please don't be unhappy because I'm out of sight, remember that I'm with you every morning,noon and Night.

The Day I had to leave you when my Life on earth was through God picked me up and hugged me and He said I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, You were missed while you were gone. As for your Dearest Family they'll be here later on.
I need you here so badly as part of my big plan. Theres so much we have to do to help our Moral Man.
Then God gave me a list of things that He wished for me to do, and foremost on that list of mine is to watch and care for you.
I'll be beside you everyday and through out the years, And when your sad. I'm standing there to wipe away your tears.
When You lie in bed at night the day's chores put to flight God and I are close you in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on Earth and all the loving years, because your only human they are bound to bring you tears.

Please don't be afraid to cry, it does releive the pain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned, But if I were to tell you You wouldn't understand.One thing is for certain, though my life on Earth is over I'm closer to you now than I ever was before.

To My many Friends, Trust God knows what is best.I'm still not far away from you I'm just beyond the crest.

So, If you can help somebody who is in sorrow or in pain, then you can say to God at night my day was not in vain.
And now I am contented that with my life. it was worth while,Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
If you meet somebody who is down and feeling low just lend a hand and pick him up as on your way you go.
When Your walking down the street and you've got me on your mind just know Im walking in your footstep only a half a step behind.
And if you feel a gentel breeze or wind upon your face thats me just giving you a great big hug or just a soft embrace.
I will always love you from the land way up above We'll be in touch again soon
PS God sends his Love.

Anonymous

December 16, 2008

God bless you and your family.

Officer

December 16, 2008

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Joseph Sanders, and the California Highway Patrol. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Officer Sanders, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

December 16, 2008

My prayers are with all those who are suffering from the loss of Officer Sanders. God Bless you Officer Sanders.

Jennifer Bell Huntsville AL
Mother of a Police Officer

December 16, 2008

Rest in peace brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of need.

Patrolman Nathan W. Fisher
Point Township Police Department Northumberland, PA

December 16, 2008

On behalf of the 5,239 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Officer Sanders’ family as well as the members of the California Highway Patrol. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

December 16, 2008

MAY THE ANGELS LEAD YOU IN AND PROTECT YOU FOREVER. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOU FAMILY AND THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL CALIFORNIA.

AUNT OF TROOPER CRAIG TODESCHINI EOW 04/23/06

Anonymous

December 16, 2008