Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

RIP, Thank you for your service and commitment to our safety.

K9 Ofc Garrison
Warwick Twp PD (Lancaster Co)

June 8, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Trooper. Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice and rest in peace.

Patrolman
PA

June 8, 2009

Yet another senseless tragedy strikes out tight knit area. My thoughts and prayers are with Trooper Miller's family, his colleagues, and his soul.

He should be remembered as a warrior who stood on the front line Sunday night to fight this never ending war against crime and selfish criminals. His watch may be over, but may his memory live on forever.
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"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"

The policeman spoke with shoulders squared,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
Can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was rough,
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills just got too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I probably don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't...I'll understand."

There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his God.

"Step forward no, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."

Author Unknown
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Jeff Kovalchik
Lackawanna County 911 Supervisor Jessup, PA

June 8, 2009

RIP trooper Miller. It is ashame how this happens all to often so people that wake everyday to help the community they serve. I can only say thanks for your years of service to your community as well as your country.

James
Citizen

June 8, 2009

To the family of Josh,

I am also a wife of a PA State Trooper. I found out shortly after the incident happened. I could not even sleep because my heart was so heavy with pain for Josh's wife,children, and extended family. My husband went through the State Police academy with Josh. The first thing he told me about Josh is what a great guy he was and trooper. I am sure this is not the first and it won't be the last that you hear amazing words like this about Josh. I do not even know you and wish that I could be there for you in someway. Know that he loved you so deeply. I want to thank Josh for protecting the little boy and saving the little boys life. He is a hero to all of us. I will be thinking of you and praying for you and the kids that some how God will get you through this tough time. May God keep you and protect you through this time.

Sincerely,
Vanessa

Vanessa
wife of a PA State Trooper

June 8, 2009

Your watch has ended brother. Leave the rest to your fellow brothers and sisters of this state and country to live out your memory. Rest in peace and forever realize you are a hero and will not be forgotten.

patrolman # 026
Allentown PD

June 8, 2009

God bless you, brother. You have served your profession with honor. You and your family are in my heart and prayers. May you rest in peace as you now sit among the angels.

Captain Gary Graham
Denver Police Dept (RET)

June 8, 2009

On behalf of a grateful nation I thank you for your service. You are extraordinary, answering a call for help day or night, rain or snow. You will not be forgotten.
God Bless you and your family.

Ted Sjurseth
America's 9/11 Foundation

June 8, 2009

Our hearts, love, and prayers go out to those affected by this tragic loss. Your dedication and bravery will always be remembered. May God rest your soul.

Patrolman Stewart Stanfield
Wayne Oklahoma Police Department

June 8, 2009

Rest in peace your a true Hero

Anonymous

June 8, 2009

"Blessed Are The Peacemakers".

R I P Trooper Miller.

Sgt. Randy Keenan (Ret)
City of Alameda,CA PD

June 8, 2009

"Final Call"

An Angel In The Sky Must Leave His Place Of Rest,
Gently Tucking His Wings Beneath His Armored Vest.
For Duty Has Called, There Is Much Work To Do
Little Did He Know, This One Is Dressed In Blue.

Arriving On The Scene, He Knows Just What To Say,
"Follow Me, Fallen Brother, I'll Show You The Way."
"Your Duty Has Ended, Your Work Is Now Through."
"Come Hang Your Hat Beside Mine, I'm A Cop, Too."


May you rest in Peace My brother, you will always be remembered.

Tredyffrin Twp Police Dept

June 8, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the Pennsylvania State Police and to the friends and family of Trooper Joshua Miller, may he continue his watch from the gates of heaven!

Tonya Stephenson
Former Brookhaven, PA Resident

June 8, 2009

I find this horrible and beyond tragic! He was a hero because he was doing his job beyond the call of duty and saving that young boy.....god bless to his family!

citizen

June 8, 2009

To the family and collegues of Tpr Miller. Our deepest condolences on this senseless loss. We were just in PA to recognize the fine work you all had done on the capture of 2 cop killers from NY. I hope that through the strength of the bond we all share in this brotherhood you can stay strong which is what Tpr Miller would have wanted. God rest his soul and God grant you all the strength.

Sgt Tom Antony
NYPD

June 8, 2009

A part of the world dies when a police officer is killed.
We will remember you always my brother, God bless your family and may they be assured that you are now with God.

Edward Bennett, Retired
Fairfax County Police, Virginia

June 8, 2009

My sincere condolences to Trooper Miller's family, friends, and colleagues.
May this true hero rest in peace, and knowledge that he was well loved, and very much valued by all who knew him.
God bless Trooper Joshua Miller

Constable Hewison
Northumbria Police, England

June 8, 2009

Rest in peace Troop. My thoughts are with your family and the members of the PSP during this most difficult and tragic time.

Lt. Joseph Ward, Ret.
Jackson, NJ PD

June 8, 2009

"When you go home, tell them of us and say, For their tomorrow we gave our today". Rest in Peace Trooper Miller.

Tip Broscius

June 8, 2009

My prayer and condolences arewith Trooper Miller's family and fellow Troopers. Rest in peace Trooper Miller. Thank you for your service to our country, state, and community.

PA State Constable
Leesport Borough

June 8, 2009

Rest In Peace Sir.

ron mccluskey
manhattan police il.

June 8, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We hold you in our highest regards for the brave and self-less acts of heroism you have displayed. You will never be forgotten. We will pray for the full recovery of the other officer injured in this tragic event.

Tom Kelley
Central Texas Concerns of Police Survivors

June 8, 2009

Rest In Peace Sir.

ron mccluskey
manhattan police il.

June 8, 2009

His Judgment Day:
The officer stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shinning, Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek To my church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I aint, Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays, And at times my talk was rough, And sometimes I've been violent Because the streets are tough.
But I never took a penny That wasn't mine to keep.. Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help Though at times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept an unmanly tear.
I know I don't deserve a place among the people here. They never wanted me around except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord, it needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, But if you don't...I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne, where the saints often trod. As the officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Officer. You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell"

“Author unknown”

May God be with everyone!!!!!!!!!

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, TX

June 8, 2009

You were ther when a little boy needed you....that boy will never forget how the Pa State Police saved his life that night. You did your job well Troop.....I hope God will ease the pain your friends and family will feel forever. Rest in Peace

Captain Eremea
Arkansas State Police

June 8, 2009