Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

On behalf of the 5,546 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Officer Crittenden’s family as well as the members of the North St. Paul Police 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

September 8, 2009

REST IN PEACE. YOUR A TRUE HERO .THE FAMILY OF
DET WILLIAM "WALLY" ROLNIAK JR EOW 2-4-04

Anonymous

September 8, 2009

As a victim of domestic violence, God bless you and all police officers for protecting us and being there. You are our angels.

Anonymous

September 8, 2009

Our Lord has received another brave, honorable and loving brother into His kingdom to serve with all our brothers and sisters who have also served with honor, dignity and integrity. As you now have new partners in God's kingdom, know that you will never be forgotten here and those brothers and sisters left behind will care for your family and keep your name alive in the hearts of all who worked with and also loved you. In Christ.

Tom Bradley, Retired
Phoenix AZ PD, AZ State Chap. FOP

September 8, 2009

Brother Richard,


Please keep the gates of heaven open for the rest of us.

RIP Brother Richard

Cpl. Robert L. Padgett (ret.)
Charles County Sheriff's Office, Md.

September 8, 2009

Officer Crittenden, you have gave the ultimate service to your community and department. May you rest in peace as we take it from here, and know that your family is now our family. North St Paul PD, my sincere thoughts and prayers go to all of you at this time. Thank you all for your service and dedication.

Sheryl Gehrman, former Chief of Police
Balsam Lake PD, WI

September 8, 2009

To Officer Richard Crittenden's family, friends and co-workers, we all feel your pain. My heart felt condolences go out to you.

Every peace officer that looses his or her life in the line-of-duty effects us all. We understand that it could have been anyone of us, but know that the Lord chose Officer Crittenden for reasons only He knows.

Keep a careful watch over all the peace makers while on-duty in heaven. Rest in Peace.

Sergeant Jeff Lindau
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office - Deep South Texas

September 8, 2009

Officer Crittenden, My sincere condolences to your family and to your fellow officers. You performed one of the most dangerous tasks that we ever can face. Rest in peace and may the suspect burn in the eternal flames that he deserves. Also to the other officer that was wounded. Thank you for backing up Officer Crittenden. Terry F. Zech

OFC TERRY F. ZECH(RET)
VETERAN AFFAIRS POLICE DEPARTMENT DETROIT, MICHIGAN

September 8, 2009

Off Crittenden, may you rest in peace our brother. You'll never be forgotten.

Sgt Richard Eckert
Town of Chester PD

September 8, 2009

rest in peace our brother

Lt B Cole
Lake Charles Police Dept

September 8, 2009

RIP Brother...

Ptlm. M.Thomas
Foster Twp. Police Dept. (PA)

September 8, 2009

RIP God speed

Detective Larry Calhoun
naugatuck PD naugatuck Ct

September 8, 2009

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

PO JA Bottillo
Troy NY PD

September 8, 2009

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

September 8, 2009

My condolences to Officer Crittendens Family and Friends Your sacrfice will not be forgotten , Rest East Officer Crittenden

Lisa

Lisa
Oakdale

September 8, 2009

My heart and my prayers go out to the family and friends of Officer Richard Crittenden, North St. Paul Police Department, Minn. May God's presence be with the family and friends of this honorable officer. Your memory will live on in the annals of time and your Watch will be handed over to those who hold you in the highest esteem and will continue to honor your name with duty to God and to Country.

Margaret Hood
Citizen Watch

September 8, 2009

Rest in peace.

S. Brown
Public Safety Specialist

September 8, 2009

To Officer Richard Crittenden, to all family members and friends who call him beloved, and to his law enforcement family:

I was sorry to learn of Richard's death and extend my sincerest condolences sn the grievous loss you have suffered. Words are insufficient to describe the sadness I feel for the Crittenden 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. Richard's memory will be forever honored and revered.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Richard gave to his community and the citizens of Minnesota, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on September 7, 2009.

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

Anonymous

September 8, 2009

Rest In Peace Brother. Know that your killer was dealt with and will hurt no one again. My condolences to your Family and the North St. Paul PD.

PO Fred Nordt
Lake Success PD, Long Island, NY

September 8, 2009

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

Detective Kevin Kratz

September 8, 2009

How tragic.. Prayers and condolences to the family, friends, and co-workers. Rest easy now sir. You are a true hero!

PO Best
LVMPD - Las Vegas, NV

September 8, 2009

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

September 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

September 8, 2009

Rest In Peace Brother.

Officer R. Bellamy
San Bernardino PD

September 8, 2009

Thank you for your service may you rest in peace and your frinds and family find the healing they need at this time.

Lt. Trader
Delaware DOC

September 8, 2009