Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My condolences and heartfelt sorrow go to Deputy Coates' family, squad and friends. He was always kind to me and my fellow Officers while assisting us in the tough communities where we work. He never shirked from responsibility and treated everyone with respect. His service to his Country, County and fellow Americans will always be exemplary and remembered.

I was proud to know him, may God Bless him and may He Rest In Peace.

Semper Fidelis,
Onur Topac
Bravo 516
Critical Intervention Services

Onur Topac
Critical Intervention Services

December 13, 2010

"It is not how this hero died, It is how he lived"
You are a true hero who has served his country and community with honor. My sincere condolences to the Coates family, friends, department and especially his wife. Thank you my friend for your service and until we meet again RIP God Speed.

Deputy Adam Burns
Broward Sheriff's Office

December 13, 2010

I am saddened to hear that we have lost another brother. May your family and friends be comforted by the good times and memories that you share. Your sacrifice will always be remembered and kept in the heart of those who knew and loved you. Thank you for your service to your community and to our great nation. God Bless you Brandon, you will always be remembered.

Scott Winters
Federal Air Marshal Service / K9 Team - Washington, DC

December 13, 2010

Thank you for your sevice and dedication. Bless your family and God speed. Brother, we now have the watch.

Deputy R. L. Matthews
Father of Deputy C. Brian Matthews EOW 9-30-05

December 13, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with those friends and family members that are left behind and cannot follow. Rest in peace my brother in blue...we will take it from here.

PFC Adam F Laser
Westminster City Police Department

December 13, 2010

Rest Easy

Trooper
Virginia State Police

December 13, 2010

Rest in peace D/S Coates, for you will never be forgotten...

Steve A.
Winter Springs PD, FL (former LEO)

December 13, 2010

Even though we only passed in the hallways and you just said hello and smiled, that was all it took to make a bad day bright. Thank you for your service to our Country and Orange County. May God Bless You and Keep You Always In His Glory. Rest in Peace dear friend and brother of the law. We will miss you always and never forget you.

Investigative Analyst Marilyn Permaul
Orange County Sheriff's Office

December 13, 2010

On behalf of the 6,166 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Deputy Coates’ family as well as the members of the Orange County Sheriff's Office. 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

December 13, 2010

I am saddened to hear of the loss of another one of Orange County's finest...

My condolences to the family and colleagues of DFC Coates. I hope you find strength and comfort in knowing a mighty and loving God is in control.

Michael Plitt
US Secret Service - Orlando

December 13, 2010

Such a tragedy to lose someone this young and vibrant, with his whole life left ahead of him. My heart is broken for his wife and all who love and miss Deputy Coates. I have no doubt he will stay with you and watch over you until the time comes for you to be together again.

RIP brother. You will not be forgotten.

Constable Pandolfi
York Regional Police Department, Ontario

December 13, 2010

DFC Brandon Coates, may you rest in peace and you will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends.

Agent
Orange County S.O.

December 13, 2010

DFC Brandon Coates, as you watch over us I want to say Thank You for protecting us everyday from the evil that lurks. Your dedication to everyone and the community is something that will live on forever! You truly had a passion for this line of work and it showed, you have made the ultimate sacrifice! To the Family and Wife of Brandon, he will never be forgotten and will live in my prayers and heart forever. I hope God will watch over you all and continue to help you through this. I have nothing but respect for DFC Virginia Coates and Brandon's family members. God Bless and R.I.P Brother.

School Guard - Shane B
Orange County Sheriff's Office, Orlando, Florida

December 13, 2010

Rest easy my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is now over. I pray God will look down on your family, and friends, and comfort them with His love, and grace for now and always.......

Sgt. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia CO Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.

December 13, 2010

May God Bless Brandon, his wife, family and all the members
of the OCSO. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We will
always remember your ultimate sacrifice.

Chief Pete Gauntlett
St. Cloud Police Department

Chief Pete Gauntlett
St. Cloud Police Department

December 13, 2010

Deputy Coates you are a hero. Thank you for your willingness to serve your fellowman. God bless you and your loved ones. Rest in peace my brother.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables

December 13, 2010

Deputy Coates, you are a hero to the residents of the State of Florida, Orange County, and the City of Orlando...You served your Country as a United States Marine, and survived two tours in Iraq. I am honored to be allowed to attend your service. I never met you, though I have read much of your accomplishments,dedication to the citizens, and your Sheriff's Office. God Bless You, Your Wife, and the Orange County Sheriff's Office- Semper Fidelis Marine.

Sgt. C.P. Hart
Dixie County Sheriff's Office- Patrol

December 13, 2010

Rest in peace Brandon. Your sacrafice for the citizens of Orange County will not be in vain. Your memory and legacy will live on forever and you will never be forgotten by the brotherhood.

Sergeant John M Lombardo RET.
NYPD

December 13, 2010

Enjoy the streets of heaven worry free Brandon! I'll see you up there.

Deputy Loida Rennish
Orange County Sheriff T.A.C.

December 13, 2010

May God Bless and Keep the Coates family during this difficult time. Thank you officer Coates for your dedication to our area and citizens. Peace be with you.

Vicki
Central Florida citizen

December 13, 2010

Semper Fi Devil Dog.....You will always be remembered.

D/S Farias-Rios
OCSO

December 13, 2010

My deepest sympathy to family, friends and comrades of Deputy Coates. My prayers are for all of you at this sad time. I know that Deputy Coates is looking down on all of you and will act as a guide and light to you all.
God Bless you all in this difficult time.

Director of Security Lyn Santos
Rosen Inn @ Pointe Orlando

December 13, 2010

DFC Brandon Coates,
There are no words to describe how deeply hurt we all are with the sudden loss of one of our own. Never do we think it will be someone so close that is taken from us. Just know that you are a true hero that served his country with honor and courage. You went out with your boots on sir and I salute you. You will NEVER be forgotten. It's not how you died that makes you a hero, it's how you lived. Rest in peace brother. We will take the watch from here.

D/S Chris Heavey
Orange County Sheriff's Office, FL.

December 13, 2010

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

December 13, 2010

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

James Sheppard
Father of Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/07/06

December 13, 2010