Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The coward that took your life was killed today by a brother in blue. Justice was served. Rest easy brother.

K. McGee
MPD, TX

December 2, 2009

God be with you all and the families of these four hero's. Unfortunately a lot of us can relate to your pain, but know that these four have a special place in Heaven and will never be forgotten. Continue doing what you hired on to do and do it day by day.

Deputy T.J. Delgado
Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office

December 2, 2009

As I was on my way to work on Sunday and heard the news, I had to take a moment to pray for you and the other officers. I want to thank you and the other officers for protecting the citizens and most of all making the ultimate sacrifice. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and LEO Family as the next few weeks and years come.

Officer J. Pope
Tampa Police Department

December 1, 2009

Officer Owens,

Ronnie, you are so loved and missed. You are a man with a magnetic personality. You are a mentor. You are a friend. Though, we were not close, I see those who are close to you. I see the pain on their faces. The tears in their eyes. The words I hear.

Your memory will live on!

Lakewood Police Officer
Lakewood Police Department

December 1, 2009

I didn't know you but i dont have to there is bond between law enforcement world wide. There are no words to make this easier you will be in my thoughts and prayers, your service on this earth will never be forgotten. rest in peace brother. CCSO

Anonymous

December 1, 2009

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

December 1, 2009

May God be with your family. We will continue the battle between right and wrong. Rest in Peace My Brother.

Lt. Dotson
Greeneville TN Police Dept

December 1, 2009

Should you go first and I remain
To walk the road alone,
I'll live in memory's garden, dear,
With happy days we've known.
In spring I'll wait for roses red,
When fades the lilac blue,
In early fall, when brown leaves call
I'll catch a glimpse of you.

Should you go first and I remain
For battles to be fought,
Each thing you've touched along the way
Will be a hallowed spot.
I'll hear your voice, I'll see you smile,
Though blindly I may grope,
The memory of your helping hand
Will buoy me on with hope.

Should you go first and I remain
To finish with the scroll,
No length'ning shadows shall creep in
To make this life seem droll.
We've known so much of happiness,
We've had our cup of joy,
And memory is one gift of God
That death can not destroy.

Should you go first and I remain,
One thing I'd have you to do:
Walk slowly down that long, lone path,
For soon I'll follow you.
I'll want to know each step you take,
That I may walk the same,
For someday down that lonely road
You'll hear me call your name.

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Should you go first and I remain
For battles to be fought,
Each patrol we walked along the way
Will be a hallowed spot.

I'll hear your voice, I'll see you smile,
Though blindly I may grope,
The memory of your helping hand
Will buoy me on with hope.

Should you go first and I remain
To finish with the scroll,
No length'ning shadows shall creep in
To make this life seem droll.

We've known so much of brotherhood,
We've had our grief and joy,
And memory is one gift of God
That death can not destroy.

Should you go first and I remain,
One thing I'd have you to do:
Walk slowly down that long, lone path,
For soon I'll follow you.

I'll want to know each step you take,
That I may walk the same,
For someday down that lonely road
You'll hear me call your name.

Ofc. Brian M. Walsh
Dept. of Veterans Affairs Police

December 1, 2009

Officer Owens, justice has been served. You can now rest in peace; you have served well and honorably. We now have the watch.

Deputy Mark Wilde
El Paso County (CO) Sheriff's Office

December 1, 2009

Nine children lost a parent. Husband, wives, mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, grandmothers, grandfathers, cousins and other extended family, friends and coworkers lost someone very dear to them. In addition to the lives of the four officers lost in this incident, so so so many other lives were also shattered. And to know that all that pain is a result of a such a horrific act sickens me. I weep, mourn, and pray for all.

Anger, sorrow, frustration, pain, utter sadness, fury. These are but a few of the emotions so many I know have felt over the last two days. While I cannot begin to imagine what family and friends are feeling, please just know that others all around the country share your grief.

Although these words rightfully might not mean anything now, please know that they are heartfelt: we are simply just so very sorry.

Wife of Retired Police Officer
New Orleans Police Department

December 1, 2009

Thank you for your service, courage, and sacrifice!

PSO CW Edwards
North Augusta Dept. of Public Safety (SC)

December 1, 2009

Rest in peace....

Patrolman
Pennsylvania

December 1, 2009

Thoughts and prayers are with your family, the Lakewood community and Pierce County. Rest in peace knowing your brothers and sisters have the watch. God Speed.

Off. J. Christensen
Johnston PD, Iowa

December 1, 2009

Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle Autumn rain.
When you awaken in the mornings hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight,
I am the soft stars that shine at night.

Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there, I did not die.

- Author Unknown

Constable D CARMICKLE
Windsor Police Service

December 1, 2009

My thoughts & prayers are with you all. Rest Easy.

Cindy, Arkansas
Sister of slain Officer Randy Basnett, EOW 9/24/1976

December 1, 2009

No words can describe the loss that has been bestowed upon your family...may the memories that made them laugh outweigh this one sad day.
My thoughts are with you and your family.

Cpl. Mike Barnes
Burr Ridge Police Department

December 1, 2009

My heart goes out to Lakewood PD and all the friends and family of Ronald,Mark,Tina,and Greg. My deepest condolences to all. After thirty years on the job I only had to experience three line of duty deaths during that time .Seek strength and comfort in each other.

Patrolman(retired) Lee Brown
Huntsville Police Dept (AL)

December 1, 2009

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

December 1, 2009

Officer Owens, Thank you for your service. You may rest in peace God Bless you and your family and the Lakewood PD

Communications
Iowa State Patrol

December 1, 2009

May God bless and keep your family in this trying time because of this senseless act. Rest well, Brother

Anonymous

December 1, 2009

For Officer Ronald Owens:

Please see reflection for Sergeant Mark Renninger

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennylvania State Police

December 1, 2009

Every time I put on my uniform... I will think of you!

Every time I tie my boots... I will wish a hug to your loved ones.

When I touch my badge... I will look to heaven and thank you my brother.

Corrections Deputy
Whatcom County Sheriffs Office

December 1, 2009

To all the families of the fallen officers and the Lakewood Police Officers please accept the prayers of the Fannin County Sheriff's Office. GOD bless and protect each of you.

Sheriff Kenneth L. Moore
Fannin County Sheriff's Office, TX

December 1, 2009

My thoughts go out to your family,friends and co workers.

Retired SPO JERAMIAH WESTON ROCKY MOUNT

December 1, 2009

I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom.

Deputy Sheriff
Butte County Sheriff's Office

December 1, 2009