Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

God bless you, your family and the men and women of the Maplewood Police Department. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten. Rest in peace brother......

Officer E. Borghesani
San Francisco Police Dept

May 10, 2010

Rest in peace Brother. Thank you for your leadership in the field and your service to your community. May our thoughts and prayers remain with his young family during these times.

We'll take the watch from here Brother.

SMB
Upstate NY

May 10, 2010

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Maplewood Police Department. To Officer Bergeron's family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May peace be with you during this tragic time. We grieve with you and know that your hero will never be forgotten.

Rachel Watson
Colorado Springs Police Dept Wives Association

May 10, 2010

Rest in peace brother officer, we will take over the watch. My thoughts and prayers are with your department and family.

Sister in Blue
San Antonio PD

May 9, 2010

Sergeant, your service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. Rest in peace and may God bless your family and those who serve with the Maplewood P.D.

Sgt. G.T. Martin
Collier Co. S.O. (FL)

May 9, 2010

Rest in peace Sergeant Bergeron, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you very much for your service!

Shelly
Citizen

May 9, 2010

GodSpeed Sgt Bergeron!!

Citizen
Florida

May 9, 2010

When a brother in blue goes down, it is never easy to endure. When you have the opportunity to have met and worked with the fallen officer, it makes it even tougher. Back in my reserve days with Maplewood, Sgt. Bergeron was always respectful towards me. He always had a minute, and in that minute you learned that you mattered. This one cuts deep, but we will carry on. Rest easy blue angel, we will continue the watch from here.

POLICE OFFICER
CLPD #111

May 8, 2010

"Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God" Mark5:9. RIP Sgt Bergeron.

Fmr Reserve Officer

May 8, 2010

May God be with Sgt. Bergeron and his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. We salute you sir.

Never Forget Sgt. J. Bergeron 5/1/10

Deputy from Wisconsin

May 8, 2010

Thank you for your 26 years of service. May God forever hold you in his arms.

A Sheriff's Mom

May 7, 2010

Thank you for your sacrifice and may you rest in peace.

Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney
Virginia

May 7, 2010

Sgt Bergeron, We had a moment of silence today in your honor during the Long Ride of the Law Enforcement United Bike Ride. God Bless you and your family.

SSA Ellen Pierson
US ICE/PUT

May 6, 2010

RIP SGT. Bergeron

PC-69
PCP SO LOUISIANA

May 6, 2010

Today I was honored to be a part of the flag line that stood at the Cathedral in honor of Sgt. Bergeron. The outpouring support of everyone there was overwhelming! I did not know Joseph but am honored to have played a small part in showing respect for an amazing officer, husband, friend and family man to many. To the family, may God grant you peace together in celebrating Joseph's life. He will be missed!

Michelle Kaunzner
Minnesota Patriot Guard

May 6, 2010

As a fellow MN Police Officer your sacrafice will never be forgotten.. You served the state of MN for 26 courageous years. May your family, co-workers and friends continue to carry on your legacy. Rest in Peace and feel the GOODNESS of GOD'S warmth.

Officer Sirovy
St. James Police Depatement, MN

May 6, 2010

Mrs. Bergeron, and daughters. My heart goes out to you and your family. Thank you for your personal sacrifices along with those of your husbands as he served the community for so many years. May you feel the closeness and support of loved ones and friends in the days to come.

God Bless You

Linda Richnofsky
citizen

May 6, 2010

Sgt. Bergeron,
Your sacrifice will never be forgotten Sergeant. May the Father take you in his arms, and welcome you to his kingdom. Rest in Peace Sgt. Bergeron.

J
Winona Police Department

May 6, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and fellow officers today.

Officer Steve Draves
I.C.E.

May 6, 2010

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
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 awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just 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 unmanly tears.

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 had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."

Author Unknown

Rest in Peace Sgt Bergeron

Shari M
Citizen

May 6, 2010

You will be laid to rest today....peace and strength to your wife and daughters, family, friends, and your brothers and sisters in blue. Thank you for your dedication and service Sergeant Bergeron!

Daughter of Officer Donald Mayerle EOW 11/15/1977

Anonymous

May 6, 2010

God didn't promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without rain; but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears and light for the way.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Sgt. Bergeron's family and friends during this terrible time.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of US Marshal

May 6, 2010

God bless all of you in your loss, to his co-workers,friends and most of all his family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Rusty Cox,Information Clerk
Asheville Police Dept., Asheville, NC

May 6, 2010

Rest in peace Sergeant, You will be missed.

Anonymous

May 5, 2010

RIP Sgt. We will take it from here.

Police Officer
Minnesota

May 5, 2010