Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism - Law Enforcement Division, Kansas
End of Watch Saturday, June 26, 2010
Reflections for Natural Resources Officer Luke Douglas Nihart
Luke,
Remembering you on Police Officers memorial day and recalling the laughs and humor you brought to the 262nd basic class at KLETC.
As we approach 14 years without your smile, laugh or jokes...remember you are always in out heart.
Brad Hall Fmr Officer and Classmate
Augusta Department of Safety
May 15, 2024
Officer Nihart,
You are not forgotten by the men and women of Massachusetts law enforcement. RIP
Mike Kane
Retired Detective, Boston Police Dept.
June 26, 2023
hi Dad rest in peace
love u
Brooke nihart
he is my dad
May 7, 2021
Hi Luke,
Yesterday marked 10 years without your smile, wit or a quick joke to lighten the mood. I will always recall those days we spent in the Academy together.
You and your family will always be remembered.
Rest easy Brother, we have the watch now.
FMR Safety Officer Brad Hall
Augusta Department of Safety and KLETC 162nd Classmate
June 27, 2020
Officer Nihart,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of California. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
June 26, 2020
Merry Christmas Luke. You will always be remembered...
Fmr Saftey Officer Brad Hall
Augusta Dept of Safety (Augusta, KS)
December 24, 2019
Rest in peace Natural Resources Officer Nihart.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 2, 2019
John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.
A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen
September 29, 2018
Luke,
Limp Bizkit came on my Pandora station and I just laughed to myself when I remember how mad you use to get when I would blast it in the morning at KLETC. Miss you my friend.
David Rawls
July 8, 2016
Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless
Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas
June 26, 2015
Just reflecting on our time together at KLETC today since it is National Police Memorial Day. RIP my friend.
Dave Rawls
KLETC Roommate
May 15, 2015
Thank you Luke - we had many a conversation about this is this and that is that. I'm a better person for knowing you...bottom line. Thanks for who you were and what you represented. I miss our comedic conversations. I pray your family is in Christ! "See you on the other side" brother.
SGT. Ranger
Oklahoma State Parks
April 9, 2014
Rest in Peace, Officer Nihart. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
February 4, 2014
Merry Christmas Luke,
You may be gone but you are not forgotten by the 162nd KLETC
Bradley Hall
Former Safety Officer - Augusta Dept. of Safety
December 16, 2013
Hey Brother, was listening to Pandora today and Limp Bizkit came on and made me think of you and how much you hated me playing that CD over and over again in the morning when we were at KLETC. Sometimes I would turn it up louder when you were in the shower just to make sure that you would hear it! It still saddens me everytime that I think about you and realize that you are no longer with us.
Dave Rawls
KLETC Roommate
August 16, 2013
"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9
Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service
June 26, 2012
Thinking of and missing you on your 34th birthday my son. Your son and daughter are growing like weeds and just as precious as they can be. I thank God every day that you gave us Keri, Hunter and Brooke. We will always do our best to help look after them.
Mom
August 11, 2011
Officer Nihart,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Kansas. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
USBP
February 3, 2011
Luke will be missed. We were in the same class at kletc. I always enjoyed his sense of humor. He was quick with a smile and a joke, but was very commited to what he did.
God Bless to you all
Brendan D. Bailey, Chief of Police (rtrd
Hope Police Department
November 2, 2010
I got to know Luke for a short time while he was my roommate at KLETC. He could light up a room just by walking in and always could be counted on to do whatever needed to be done to lighten up the mood. RIP Luke, thank you for your service and may God open up the gates of Heaven for you.
David Rawls
KLETC Classmate
October 26, 2010
Luke:
RIP. My classmate my friend.
j.soyez
KLTC Academy classmate
October 5, 2010
Rest easy Brother In Law, your watch on earth is now over. I pray Gods mercy and Love towards your Family, and Loved ones.......
Sgt. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia CO Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.
July 31, 2010
REST IN PEACE
DEPUTY L. LAWRUKIEWICZ
MEADE COUNTY KS SHERIFFS DEPT.
July 30, 2010
RIP Brother, Thank you for your service
Anonymous
July 28, 2010
Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Natural Resources Officer Luke D. Nihart,
We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Natural Resources Officer Luke D. Nihart. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Natural Resources Officer Luke D. Nihart is a hero.
Respectfully,
Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02
Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04
Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network
Anonymous
July 26, 2010
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