Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sgt. Tingwall,

Tragically we've just lost another hero. You and Sgt. Harris take care of those who walk through heaven's gate.

Robert Smith
Albuquerque, NM

July 18, 2009

Andy and I attended the NMMI together. Ironically I was was shot three times in the line of duty and miraclously recovered. Always remember silver taps will be for you, my brother Ed NMMI JC'91

Detective / CPT USA
Lexington Police Department, KY

July 12, 2009

I guess Heaven was needing a Hero and Sgt. Tingwall you have been dispatched. Thank you for your service to not only the citizens of New Mexico but to your country.

Anonymous

July 11, 2009

May you rest in peace.

Wife of a Cpl.
PA State Police

July 4, 2009

R.I.P. Brother you truly died as a hero saving anothers life while mortally wounded yourself, you were a great credit to the New Mexico State Police Department, The state of New Mexico, and The United States law/military community. thank you brother. Go Patrol the streets of heaven in peace, for you have already served your time in hell. God Bless.

GM3 Anthony Monteith USN
U.S. Navy Customs

July 2, 2009

Andy, I can't believe you are gone! The New Mexico State Police will never be the same. I will never forget that booming voice you had. I will also never forget the genuine care and concern you displayed for all the recruits. You pushed me when I wanted to quit and you wouldn't let me. I thank you for that. You are one of the main reasons that I am the officer that I am today. May you rest in peace.

Smitty
NMSP

June 29, 2009

God bless you and your family. Rest in peace..

Officer E. Borghesani
San Francisco Police Dept, CA

June 29, 2009

Sergeant Tingwall,
Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. You and your family are in our prayers. Rest Easy Brother!

Dep. Paul Sperandeo Ofc. Amy Sperandeo
Jefferson Parish Sheriffs Office, Gretna Police Dept. La

June 27, 2009

May the lord comfort and guide your family during this difficult time. Your dedication and commitment to the citizens of your state often goes unnoticed, and under appreciated, however you have shown the sacrifice that LEO's face everyday. I pray that the lord gives your family the strength required in the minutes, hours, days, months, and years to understand this tragic event.

God Bless you Trooper, your mission, unfortunately cut short is completed, now RIP brother and keep that ever watchful Trooper eye over us all!

Trooper
South Dakota

June 27, 2009

Wow. A true hero. I never cease to be amazed at how heroic my fellow warriors in blue are. I pray that I live up to such a high standard. May your family, friends, and coworkers soon be comforted by the fond memories of you and replace the sorrow they must now feel. May you rest peacefully in the arms of the LORD. Blessed are the peacemakers.

On behalf of the officers of the Plumerville PD
&
Asst. Chief Joey Cannon - EOW: June 19, 2009

Joshua McCrary, Patrolman #408
Plumerville PD - Arkansas

June 27, 2009

Sgt. Tingwall,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but also for our Country when you served in the USMC. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
A fellow LEO;former Marine

Anonymous

June 25, 2009

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Sergeant Andrew Tingwall,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Sergeant Andrew Tingwall. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Sergeant Andrew Tingwall is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

Anonymous

June 24, 2009

Watched your video on the NMSP website. Rest in peace--very evident that you cared for your fellow officers. You taught and by your actions, you will keep teaching your fellow officer.

Patrolman
El Paso Police Department

June 24, 2009

To Sgt. Andy Tingwall, all his family members and friends who call him beloved, and to his law enforcement family:

I was sorry to learn of Andy's death and extend my sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you have suffered. Words are insufficient to describe the sadness I feel for the Tingwall family. May you find comfort in your faith and the support of the law enforcement community.

There are many police survivors who share this same journey with you, and that community will be there to support you. Andy's memory will be forever honored and revered.

To his wife, I read in policelink the circumstances of you being the dispatcher who handled his transmission. I know that must have been so traumatic for you, but how comforting it must have been for Andy to hear your voice. Your courage and professionalism were amazing.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the years of distinquished service Andy gave to his community and the citizens of New Mexico and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on June 11, 2009.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD, eow 4/24/05

Anonymous

June 24, 2009

If I could call the 1st Squadron to attention at this very moment and have them all salute you I know without a doubt the box would be packed full of teary eyes of those standing at strict attention and arms bent. Thank you just doesn't seem enough but it is from the depths of our hearts that we thank you and your family for serving our country and our beloved state! May you rest in the very lap of our loving God and know perfect peace.

Our prayers are with your family.

Tondi (Merrill) Hall
NMMI HS 87 JC 90

June 23, 2009

He died a "hero". It seems like people genuinely loved him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife and children,parents and family, and all the people who knew him. I didn't know him and I feel so sad. God has taken him to a special place.

Anonymous

June 22, 2009

Sarge, may you rest in peace, our thoughts and prayers are with Lieghann, Lexie, and Jenna. As well as Steve and Doug!Semper Fi/ Pro Bono Publico!

Officer Isaac Valerio
New Mexico State Police

June 22, 2009

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

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

June 22, 2009

May God bless you fellow Trooper and your family, as well as the members of the New Mexico State Police. Rest in Peace.

Trooper
New Jersey State Police

June 22, 2009

Rest in peace fellow Troop, you may be gone but never forgotten. God speed!!
May God bless your family and the New Mexico State Police

Trooper Bobby D. White
Alabama State Troopers

June 21, 2009

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

PO JA Bottillo
Troy NY PD

June 21, 2009

Andy you were a true hero and the one and only SUPERMAN of not only the State Police but of all Law Enforcement. I will miss the "firemans carry" hugs he gave me every time he saw me...and his ever famous words "DONT CALL ME SGT!!!" I love you.

Officer Marsha Shepard
NMSP patrol-D1

June 20, 2009

Our kindest thoughts go out Sgt. Tingwall and the family.
My prayers go out to his wife and children.

Virginia Lattion sister of Lt. Mike Avilucea

Anonymous

June 20, 2009

Andy (628 to 606 Car to Car),
I know you would correct me to calling you Andy when I would call you Sergeant or Sgt. So this time I'm making sure to call you Andy. I want to say thank you for everything. Don't worry about Leighann and the girls we will all step up and do our part to make sure they are taken care of. You will always be in my heart and prayers.

Officer Leroy Gettler
New Mexico State Police, Friend

June 19, 2009

Hey hero, I'm going to miss hearing your voice on the radio! You know you'll always been in my thoughts and prayers and we will look after your girls for you.

Kelsey
NMSP Dispatcher D1

June 19, 2009