Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Crittenden thank you for your service RIP

10-7

Reserve Officer Cadet
SPPD

September 10, 2009

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

Sgt. John L Gulledge(Ret.)
Escambia Co. Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.

September 9, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Officer Crittenden. God Bless him for his faithful service to the North St. Paul Police Department. Rest in Peace sir, you will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, NC

September 9, 2009

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

OFFICER BOB SWOPE #5609
OLMSTED FALLS POLICE DEPT.OHIO

September 9, 2009

Rest in peace brother, you will be missed by so many, God bless your family and friends nationwide.

Patrol Officer Dale Larson
Jordan Police Department

September 9, 2009

I remember when you changed careers and made the switch to law enforcment. You spent countless hours doing ride-alongs with me and I will always remember that. We had some good laughs. You made the ultimate sacrifice that will forever leave an impression on myself and my wife Terri. We'll miss you Rick.

Sergeant Scott Berg
Chisago County Sheriffs Department

September 9, 2009

God bless.

K9 Officer Adam Bebeau
Elk River PD

September 9, 2009

On behalf of the men and women of the Mobile Police Department, our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Richard Crittenden. Rest in Peace Brother.

Major Kara L. Rose
Mobile Police Department

September 9, 2009

We too had a fallen brother, Officer Peter Resch, who went 10-7 on May 19, 2005. Our thoughts and prayers for the family and employees of the North Saint Paul Police Department.


My Brother

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.
He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.

He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his
community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.
He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.
He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.

He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he
never wavered. He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He longed for his family during the long hours.
He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely
weekends,holidays and midnights when they were apart.
He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling
and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him. He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father. He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the people he served.

He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to
be the best he could be. He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.

He was a cop, he was my brother.

Written by - Lt. William Smith

Township of Derry Police Department

Dispatcher SRoberts
Wadena Police Department

September 9, 2009

best of wishes going to a family who lost a loved one.

Anonymous

September 9, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Officer Crittenden today and always... Thank you Officer Crittenden for your service and sacrifice you are a HERO! Rest in Peace Sir...

Joyce
Sister of Ofc. John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994

September 9, 2009

Words never seem enough when mourning a fallen brother. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten and your life will serve as an example of true heroism. Rest in Peace.

Patrol Officer
Florida

September 9, 2009

Thank you for your numerous years of selfless service. May God welcome you home and may he be with your family today and always.

Anonymous

September 9, 2009

We mourn the loss of another great officer and you and your family are in our prayers. We will look out for your family and help keep your home secure. Rest in peace high amongst the Angels.

John Vette
White Bear Lake Police

September 9, 2009

I am so sorry for the loss of Officer Crittenden. My heart aches for the family, friends and coworkers for the sadness they are facing.

Mary Fisher
mother, Dep. Kevin Sherwood, EOW 10/09/03

September 9, 2009

Rest in peace brother. My thoughts are with your family, friends and the members of your agency during this most difficult and tragic time.

Lt. Joseph Ward, Ret.
Jackson, NJ PD

September 9, 2009

I'm still in a state of shock that something like this has happened in our city. I grew up in this area, even attending elementary school down the street from where this horrible tragedy happened. Although I never had the honor of knowing Officer Crittenden, it sounds like he was an exceptional police office and an amazing father, husband, brother, grandfather, etc. People do not take the time to appreciate everything that the men and women of law enforcement to for us, and it is unfortunate that it takes something like this to truly realize all you guys do to keep us citizens safe. I hope that your family and friends can find peace during this difficult time, and remember all the special times they had with you. You are a true hero, Office Crittenden, and you will be sorely missed by everyone you ever came into contact with. I only wish I had the opportunity to know such a caring and fun-loving person, but I hope you are resting in peace. Thank you for your years of service, and God bless you Officer!!!!

Lindsay Mars
Resident of North St. Paul

September 9, 2009

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

Cpl David Murphy
TX DPS

September 9, 2009

MAY THE ANGELS LEAD YOU IN AND PROTECT YOU FOREVER. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND THE NORTH ST. PAUL POLICE DEPARTMENT MINNESOTA.
AUNT OF TROOPER CRAIG TODESCHINI EOW 04/23/06

Anonymous

September 9, 2009

I was fortunate to have worked with "Critter" at the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office Water Patrol. He was a true professional, dedicated to helping others and always good for a laugh. You will be missed and the LE community will never forget your sacrafice.

Jamie Demarais
CBP K9 Anti Terrorism / Contraband Enforcement Team

September 9, 2009

Thank you for your service Officer Crittenden. You died a hero and will never be forgotten.

Officer Kari Bonfield
Sartell Police, MN

September 9, 2009

Thank you for your sacrifice, may it never be forgotten.

Dep. A. Guinn
Johnson County Sheriffs Dept. TN

September 9, 2009

Though I never knew him, he was part of my Law Enforcement family and I will mourn this deep loss the rest of my life. My heart aches with all the losses we have suffered, and continue to suffer, through the years. God is our only peace in such incidents & our only real comfort comes from Him. May His strength, comfort & peace continue to be the sustaining force in the lives of all who knew this beloved officer; and may it somehow help to know they do not grieve alone.

Vicki Hare, Telecommunicator
Salisbury NC PD

September 9, 2009

Godspeed, Sir.

Steve
I.C.E.

September 9, 2009

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

September 9, 2009