Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the family and friends of Sgt Bergeron,
Our hearts across miles are touched and each time another hero falls it reminds us and renews the anguish we felt last Halloween night when our friend Seattle PD officer was gunned down. Know the common bond between officers, families and friends binds us and this is stronger than the evil that takes our officers. Have faith and remain strong. He is in good company now with those that watch over us.

Anonymous

May 2, 2010

Rest in peace brother. Your service and sacrifice with never be forgotten.

"The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are as bold as a lion." —Proverbs 28:1

St Paul Officer
SPPD

May 2, 2010

My relationship with Joe Bergeron was professional and began in the spring of 2008. I worked with him on Maplewood’s problem properties and from my first contact with Joe, I knew he was a police officer who loved his work and did whatever he was asked to with great skill and confidence.

Every city has problem properties in both stable and shaky neighborhoods. Joe had the amazing ability to walk into almost any situation and cool the tempers with his easy-going, say-the-right-words-at-the-right-time approach. If Joe had been able to speak to his killer before he pulled the trigger he might have diffused the situation. Unfortunately this turned out to be the one where he was not allowed to work his magic.

Joe kept me informed of the addresses that I should not go to without calling him first: the ex-cons, the domestic abusers, the properties under surveillance for possible illegal activity. People who worked on problem properties in other cities were surprised the police department assigned a specific officer as my contact. I was very fortunate, knowing Joe would be there whenever I suspected a situation might require his calming police presence.

Saturday morning, in one brief savage and senseless moment, Joe Bergeron was taken from us. If his killer had only allowed Joe to speak, I’m sure he would have heard the right words, spoken in the right way and we would not be grieving his loss right now.

Gene Johnson
former co-worker

May 2, 2010

My Father in-law, Sgt Norm Green worked and knew Joe B. He was a good man, who cared about people! Rest in Peace. My prayers are with Joe and his family and to the Maplewood Police Dept.

Det. TJ Dunn/Oceanside PD, Ca

May 2, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the Bergeron Family. May God be with the Maplewood Police Department during this difficult time. Rest in peace Sgt. Joe Bergeron. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Officer Ryan Bassett
Thief River Falls Police Department

May 2, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, the Maplewood Police Department, and the brothers and sisters in uniform across the State of Minnesota and the nation. We share your grief. May you always rest in the arms of the angels, Sgt. Bergeron. Thank you for your dedicated service, sir. We will never forget.

Peggy Parker
Fort Worth, Texas

May 2, 2010

I am so very sad that this had to happen to a police officer who was dedicated to serving the community. How senseless this act of violence was! I feel for the family and my thoughts are with them during this time of unbelievable grief.

Theresa

May 2, 2010

My condolences to the family of Sgt. Bergeron. I can't express my sympathy enough. The loss of such a wonderful and dedicated person affects so many, even those of us who have never met him. We can only hope to live up to the standards set by such a man.

Anonymous

May 2, 2010

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Deputy Sheriff
Covinton County Sheriff's Dept. (Mississippi)

May 2, 2010

Rest in peace

Anonymous

May 2, 2010

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

May 2, 2010

Sergeant Bergeron, you will not be forgotten! R.I.P.

Deputy Sheriff
Livingston County (Il) Sheriff's Ofc.

May 2, 2010

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

May 2, 2010

You will never know the true burden of a Law Enforcement Officer until you wear the badge yourself. The job isn't easy, the burden isn't easy, and what Officers have to go through everyday isn't easy. You may not like Law Enforcement Officers but have respect for them, for one day it may be you they save. TO MY FALLEN BROTHER....GOD BLESS YOU,WATCH OVER YOU AND WATCH OVER THE FAMILY YOU WERE FORCED TO LEAVE BEHIND. Thank You for your service.

Charles Smith
Ex Law Enforcement Officer in North Carolina

May 2, 2010

For Sergeant Joseph Bergeron:

This incident is a classic example of how quickly the officer on patrol can encounter death and how other officers can be in a fight for his or her life. Patrol is busy, active and serious work. It can even sometimes be boring. But, suddenly, everything we have ever trained-for is needed in an instant. Our brother Joe, regretfully, is yet another sad reminder of how quickly things can go bad. The cowards who gunned Joe down and attempted to do the same to another officer are now minus one low-life among them. Thankfully, a quick apprehension will see that justice is done for the others.
We pray for Joe's family, friends, co-workers and all who care about him. We pray for the officer who was injured here and that he recovers fully. We are thankful for his survival and admire his courage.
I am proud render Sergeant Joseph Bergeron, a soldier-of-the-law, a final salute.

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

May 2, 2010

Rest in Peace...

Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

May 2, 2010

Rest In Peace

ACRES
SCOTT COUNTY TN

May 2, 2010

Sergeant Joseph Bergeron's Family, Friends and the MPD Units are in my Prayers, thoughts, and have my Heartfelt Sympathy. So very Sorry my Brother. God Bless.

Officer
Kentucky Retired

May 2, 2010

Thank you for your 26 years of service. You will be missed by all your brother and sisters in Blue! As we approach Law Enforcement Memorial Week, and team Minnesota begins there 250 mile bike ride to D.C to honor our fallen hero's, know that you will be the strength for many during that ride and will never be forgotten.

Deputy Bobbi Jo Olson
Wright County Sheriff's Office

May 2, 2010

Most sincerest condolences to the family (both badge and blood)

Deputy Randy Bennett
Henry County Sheriff's Dept. (Indiana)

May 2, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and fellow officers. Once again the law enforcement community will come together to mourn and honor a brave officer who lost his life in service to his community. May God be with him on his journey to Heaven and with his family and friends in the days to come. God Bless.

Detective W. Clifton
Dallas Sheriff's Department

May 2, 2010

Rest easy, Sgt. Bergeron. Thank you for your services.

#624

May 2, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss, your family is in my thoughts and prayers! If you need anything please do not hesitate to contact me or anyone else in my family, we are here for you and just know that he will not be forgotten!

Richard S. Crittenden Jr.
St. Paul Fire Department

May 2, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, thank you for your service and dedication. RIP Brother!

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called sons of God." - Matthew 5:9

Explorer Corporal Isaac Chavez
Hollywood Police Department

May 2, 2010

Rest in Peace Brother.
My sincere condolences to Sgt Bergeron's wife, Daughters, co-workers and friends.

Investigator Daniel Ross
Sawyer County WI Sheriff's Department

May 2, 2010