Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Hopper,

I want to personally thank you for your part in your helping with my career in public safety. I took part in a job shadow program with CCSO a few years ago and rode with you once or twice. Just within those few times I accompanied you on your tour of duty,I could tell that your dedication to your job was nothing less than amazing. Since I heard yesterday what happened I have been praying continuously for you and your family as well as your brothers and sisters at the Clark County Sheriffs Office.

You gave the ultimate sacrifice so that others may go on to live safer lives. I will never forget you and everything I learned from you. Rest in peace Deputy Hopper, we will take it from here.

N. Sears, ECS II

January 2, 2011

A sad day in law enforcement. A tragic way to start the new year. Rest in peace that you will not be forgotten and that your family will be cared for by fellow officers. Prayers and many blessings for your family, friends, and colleagues.

Retired
Dayton, OH PD

January 2, 2011

To the Family and Friends of this fine Deputy who gave the ultimate sacrifice on the 1st day of 2011 my sincerest condolences in this time. 2011 started out with a new sorrow and loss for you and I am sorry that is the case; especially for Suzanne's husband and children.

Life is eternal, and love is immortal, and death is only a horizon; and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight.

Capt
ISP

January 2, 2011

So very senseless. My sympathies to Deputy Hopper's family and department. The next few days will be difficult but know that LEO all over the US are thinking of you as you go through this.

Adams / Investigator
GCS0 / SC

January 2, 2011

May God bless the family of Suzanne and the Clark County Sheriff's Office.

Special Agent
Diplomatic Security Service

January 2, 2011

So sorry for your loss. A hero to her family and community gone way too soon.

Retired NC LEO

January 2, 2011

Dale Oakley and family offer our heartfelt condolences to the family of Officer Hopper. Our prayers are with you.

Anonymous

January 2, 2011

Thoughts are with family and co-workers There is a special place for Deputy Hopper in heaven.

Retired Captain Jack Brum
Washington County Sheriff, Ohio

January 2, 2011

God bless you, your family, friends and the Clarke County Sheriff's Office.

Deputy Sheriff
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, Ohio

January 2, 2011

No words can describe the pain we all feel regarding the murder of Deputy Sheriff Hopper. My condolences to her immediate family and her brother officers. May God watch over her. She will never be forgotten.

RETIRED DETECTIVE FRANK DEMARCO
NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT

January 2, 2011

My condolences to the Clark County Sheriffs Office and to Deputy Hoppers family. May god bless all off you during this time. RIP Sister, we'll take it from here.

Cpl. Estoque
Naval District Washington Police Department

January 2, 2011

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Suzanne Waughtel Hopper. Another Hero taken too soon. May God comfort you and your family as you go and touch the face of God.
Your service and sacrifice and bravery to the citizens of Clark County Oiho will not be forgotten. God Speed and God Bless. Rest in Peace Ma'ma.

May the children of Deputy Hopper, know that their Mommy is a HERO who we will not forget and will forever be in her debt for all she has done for us. Deputy Hopper. Thank You Ma'ma for your service and protection to us all, may you rest in peace. God bless you and your family.

VIPS 750 Jeff Claybern
Alexandria Kentucky Police Department

January 2, 2011

God Bless his peacemaker, Deputy Hopper, and comfort her family during this difficult time.

Lt. Robert Norris
Los Angeles County Sheriff

January 2, 2011

Rest in Peace...

Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

January 2, 2011

Rest in peace Deputy Hopper. My prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers. You will never be forgoten. We have your watch from here.

Police Officer

January 2, 2011

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whose blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

January 2, 2011

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

January 2, 2011

Rest in peace my Sister. Thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and fellow Law Enforcement Officers. You're dedication and service will not be forgotten !!!!!

Sergeant Greg Miles
Volusia County Sheriff's Office, Florida

January 2, 2011

I am horrified and saddened beyond words by the senseless murder of Deputy Hopper. My prayers and deepest condolences to all of her family and fellow law enforcement officers. God bless you all and keep you from harms way!

Debra Mosher
citizen

January 2, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve a great loss. She will always be remembered in the law enforcement community.

SBPA Bell
U.S. Border Patrol

January 2, 2011

Thank you for your service Deputy Hopper. May GOD bless the Hopper family by giving them comfort and peace. I am also praying for the other officers involved as well as their departments.

Brandon Cook
Leitchfield P.D., Ky

January 2, 2011

My thoughts are with all of your loved ones during this very difficult time. I have no magic words to offer to help them with their grief except for them to never let you be forgotten which I know they never will never let happen. I ask that your brothers and sisters in blue assist your loved ones for many years to come as the pain will always be in the hearts of those that love you dearly. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten. Wrap your wings around your loved ones and protect them.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

January 2, 2011

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

January 2, 2011

God Bless and keep you Deputy Hopper. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Sgt. Jon Thompson
Miamisburg Police

January 2, 2011

Thank you for your brave service Deputy Hopper. John 15:13
You will never be forgotten.

Cpl Mark Wright
Arab Police Department, Alabama

January 2, 2011