Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Your fellow officers, family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Rest in peace brother.

Marshal Vince Lowe
Kentland Police Department, IN

September 15, 2010

May God Bless You and your family! Thank you for your service.

Sgt R. W. Miller
Chilhowie Police Dept.

September 15, 2010

We train to be the best. God bless you Mark. God bless your family. Patrol heaven well till we all get there.

From a brother in law enforcement, and his department.

Officer, Jim Boyle
NC State Capitol Police

September 15, 2010

May God lay his healing hand upon the family and friends of Trooper Barrett and may they know you will never be forgotten. Thank you Trooper Barrett for your dedicated service to the people of Virginia and the United States.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

September 15, 2010

THE LORD CALLED ANOTHER GOOD MAN HOME. YOU DID YOUR PART TO MAKE THIS GREAT COMMONWEALTH A BETTER PLACE. YOU CAN REST EASY NOW AND YOUR FELLOW BROTHER AND SISTERS IN BLUE AND GRAY WILL TAKE OVER FROM HERE. THE VSP WILL NOT FORGET YOUR SERVICE AND WILL TAKE CARE OF YOUR FAMILY. WE ARE THE BEST AGENCY AND YOU WERE A KEY MEMBER IN MAKING IT THAT WAY. THANKS TO YOUR WIFE FOR ALLOWING US TO HAVE YOU, EVEN IF FOR A SHORT TIME. YOUR LEGACY WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

TROOPER IN DIVISION 1
VIRGINIA STATE POLICE

September 15, 2010

Rest in peace Trooper Barrett. Our deepest condolences to the family and the Virginia State Police in this terrible loss.
D. Schmidt HCSO Dive Team

Captain Debra Schmidt
Harris County (TX) Sheriff's Office

September 15, 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

September 15, 2010

To the friends and family of Trooper Mark D. Barrett,

We are very sorry to hear of your loss. We would like to extend our sympathies during this difficult time. We will keep you in our prayers.

Session #49
Zone Five Police Academy, NY

Session 49 Recruits
Zone Five Academy, Schenectady, NY

September 15, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Barrett Family, Police Family and friends. You were and always will be a hero to all, now that your watch is done here you will start your new watch from above and you have some of the best to help you out up there. You will be missed by all and never forgotten, thank you for all you did here and for all you will do. Tommy take care of Trooper Barrett.

Bonnie
Mother in Law of PGPD Officer EOW-3-9-10

September 15, 2010

I so very sorry to hear of this tragic loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with the family along with an entire C.O.P.S. Family.

Lee Ann Shepperd
Fiancee of Office Andre G. Booker
Henrico Co, P.D. VA
E.O.W. January 12, 2003

Anonymous

September 15, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to the dear family and friends of Trooper Mark Barrett. God Bless him for his service to the Virginia State Police. Rest in Peace sir, you will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, NC

September 15, 2010

Trooper Barrett, my thoughts are with you and your family at this time. God bless you all.

SSA Ellen Pierson
US ICE

September 15, 2010

A great man has gone to clear a safe path for those of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the Virginia State Police. Rest in Peace Brother.

Chief Steve Marshall
Washington, NH. Police Dept

September 15, 2010

Another Trooper has fallen, Lord, You must have had a very special reason for needing him now, which is unknown to us. Trooper Mark D. Barrett is now standing his watch in Your Kingdom. He watches and now protects ALL of us. God bless you Trooper Barrett, and thank you for all your time of service and God bless your family for allowing you to serve. Dear Lord take care of him, for he is special and you now have another fine Trooper.

Inv. Carl Rockefeller
City of Richmond DSS Fraud Unit

September 15, 2010

Rest in Peace Brother. Thank you for your commitment and dedication to serve the people of the state of VA. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family, friends, and the Virginia State Police.

Police Officer B. Galapon
Richmond Police Department VA

September 15, 2010

God Bless the Barrett family. You are in my prayers.

Roni Reeves-Mason

September 15, 2010

Chief Strzelecki and the entire Niles Police Department extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Trooper Barrett. Godspeed.

Niles, Illinois Police Department

September 15, 2010

I am,as other fellow Police Officers, sadden to hear about Trooper Barrett's death. I did not know Mark, but as a fellow "Brother in Blue", I am here for what every your family may need. I know God has a special place in heaven for Police Officers, because we do in fact serve him. Again, please let me know, if I can do anything for your family. God Bless Trooper Barrett for his years of service and love for his family. God Bless

Sergeant Jeff Vellines
James City County Police Department

September 15, 2010

Rest in peace Brother Mark.

Ofc. Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD

September 15, 2010

Rest In Peace

ACRES
SCOTT COUNTY TN

September 15, 2010

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

September 15, 2010

Brother, we have the watch now. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and with the VSP at this most trying time.
R.I.P

Deputy
HCSO

September 15, 2010

Rest in peace Trooper Barrett!
You will not be forgotten!
FACEBOOK salutes you!

Willie Bell Hopewell VA
Friend Of All Law Enforcement Officers!

September 15, 2010

Fellow Brother -

Thank you for your service and dedication - We will continue to fight the fight for you..
May God watch over your family during this difficult time.

Officer S. Mahoney
Eastern State Hospital Police

September 15, 2010

On behalf of the 6,190 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Trooper Barrett’s family as well as the members of the Virginia State Police. 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 15, 2010