Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I am deeply saddened by the LOD death of Officer Deputy Mechels. The heartfelt appreciation of a truly grateful American citizen goes out to the family and friends of Deputy Mechels, who served honorably and faithfully, answering the call of duty when he was needed.

Deputy Mechels is a true hero.

The Turner County Sheriff's Department is in my prayers as well.

Dr. Mike Crain I, D.Min.

March 16, 2009

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND GOD WATCH OVER YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

APO ANDRE RAMIREZ
NYPD

March 16, 2009

On behalf of the 5,289 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Deputy Mechels’ family as well as the members of the Turner County Sheriff’s Department. 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

March 16, 2009

My prayers and condolences to you and your wife and children, to your family and friends and to your Police Family. I am so sorry for this loss of a hero. YOu will never be forgotten sir, and will be in my daily prayers. Thank you for your dedication and your bravery and your sacrifices that you gave in protecting the people of South Dakota. God Bless you as you now sleep in God's Love and in His Arms.
Respectfully
Kathi Halligan Phila PA wife and mom of LEO'S

Kathi Halligan
Philadelphia, PA

March 16, 2009

Rest in Peace. May Heavenly Father wrap your loved ones in His Arms and comfort them. God Bless.

Anonymous

March 16, 2009

We are sorry to hear about this loss and will pray for the family and agency of DeputyMechels.

Chaplain Tom Frederick
Hampton Police Division (Virginia)

March 16, 2009

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

Detective Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)

March 16, 2009

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Deputy Sheriff Chad Mechels~you're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you the strength to carry to and help heal your hearts. Nay you find comfort and support with those around you.
God bless you and rest in peace, Deputy Sheriff Mechels.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of a fallen MI P.O. eow 2004

March 16, 2009

Thank you for your service. May you rest in peace brother in blue.

Deputy E. St. John
GESO

March 16, 2009

God bless you and your family! Rest in peace.

D/S Ed Johnston
St. Lucie County Sheriffs Department

March 16, 2009

Rest in Peace Sir............

Officer Thomas Wiederhold
Fort Worth Texas Police

March 16, 2009

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

March 16, 2009

Brother in Brown,I saw the very sad news today.Thank you for your years of service. Rest in Peace. My thoughts and prayers are with your family!

Deputy Cody Thompson
Wright County Sheriffs Dept (MN)

March 16, 2009

Rest in Peace Brother. We will watch your beat now, while you watch over us.

Officer Anthony Parkinson
Fort Smith Police Department

March 16, 2009

Thank you for your service. Have a safe journey fellow officer and peace always for your service to mankind.

Deputy Sheriff David H Moore
Meade County Sheriff's Office

March 16, 2009

Rest In Peace, Deputy Mechels.

Lt T Carr
NYPD

March 16, 2009

The law enforcement community in South Dakota is a small, tight-knit group. We are all grieving your loss. Thank you, Deputy Mechels, for all that you did and for being the person you were.

God bless your family and children. May the Lord take care of them during this difficult time. Rest easy, brother, we will take the watch from here.

Deputy U.S. Marshal
District of South Dakota

March 16, 2009

God bless you for your service. To the family as a brother in blue I mourn in your loss. May God bless and watch over you. Deputy Mechels your tour of duty may have ended but you will Never be forgotten. As you watch over your family from above please watch over your brothers and sisters in blue too. May God speed your time home for your well deserved rest.

Officer Robert Prestin
Belton P.D. Belton, Tx

March 16, 2009

Deputy Mechels thank you for your willingness to serve your fellowman. God bless you and your loved ones. Rest in peace my brother.

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

March 16, 2009

On behalf of the men and women of the Camillus Police Department, our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Sheriff Chad Mechels. Rest in Peace Brother, We now have the Watch.

PBA
Town of Camillus Police Department, Central New York

March 16, 2009

Thank-you for your service. Rest in Peace

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

March 16, 2009

Peace by with your loved ones as you now stand with our Lord Jesus....We thank you....

Deputy S. Johnson
Smith County Sheriffs Dept

March 16, 2009

God Bless you and your family.

Detective
Cranford Police Dept (NJ)

March 16, 2009

Rest in peace Deputy Mechels. You did your duty. Now may you rest in heaven with our Lord and Savior.

Police Officer Adam Carpenter
Las Vegas Metro P.D.

March 16, 2009

Rest in peace brother. My prayers are with you and your family.

B FRANZ

March 16, 2009