Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

R.I.P. Debra!!!

Huskers
Fellow Brother

March 9, 2011

To my colleague, a CSC trailblazer, a cool head, and a friend. You will be missed! Thoughts to your family, Probation & Parole family, and friends. "Slan go foill"

District Administrator Dan Conboy
Missouri DOC, Probation & Parole

March 9, 2011

Rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones.

Greater love hath no one than this, that someone lays down his life for his friends. John 15:13

Friend of USFS Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9/20/08

Anonymous

March 9, 2011

Rest in peace my brave sister

Lt. Ohio S.O

March 9, 2011

Debbie will be missed. If you had the opportunity to meet Debbie I hope she left a lasting impression as she left with me on the few privilege times I was honored to speak to her. It was very clear Debbie wanted to reach out to help and was not a negative person.

Anonymous

March 9, 2011

May you Rest in Peace.....

Officer Thomas Wiederhold, Retired
Fort Worth Texas PD

March 9, 2011

It was indeed my pleasure to work with Ms. Collins on the implementation of procedures for the Intervention Fee some years ago in Jefferson City, MO. She demonstrated a diligence and forthwith to this task. I found myself marveling at her dedication to the agency. Ms. Collins conversation was pleasing and educational. I truly gain a greater respect for the agency from this lady. A true lady at best. The agency can be proud of her service with us.

Probation and Parole Officer Norvella Ch
Saint Louis Community Release Center

March 9, 2011

To the Collins family; May the Lord bring peace to your saddened hearts. Our prayers are with you all.

Kim Moore PO II
MO Probation & Parole, Dist #22

March 9, 2011

To the Collins family,my deepest sympathy to you doing this difficult time.My office is in Jefferson City and each month several Parole Supervisors would eat breakfast together prior to our meeting in Springfield.The first thing Debbie would do is talk about how great a family she had and we would compare grandkids pictures. Oh, How she loved her little girl (grand-daughter)!

As you know she was a great person in every way, who will be dearly missed by all.She made a difference in allot of people's lives and her efforts will always be remembered.

Mark G. Loethen DA-II JCCC
Mo. Bd. Probation & Parole

March 9, 2011

May GOD give the Collins family strength and comfort during this ever so difficult time. I will remember Debbie for her upbeat personality, that she always had a smile on her face and the love and pride she had for her family..espcially her boys...she talked of them often during our breaks/lunchs at meetings or trainings..Debbie was dedicated to the vision and mission of Probation and Parole..she will be remembered always..

Jeannie Lejeune
Missouri Probation and Parole D14 Sikeston

March 9, 2011

While it is no consolation for your loss, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Debra Collins.

While I did not have the privilege to have known her personally, I am certain that she has found a place in heaven through her selfless service to those she swore to protect.

Rest in peace my friend; those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin blue line.

Patrol Officer Ryan McNeil
Medicine Lodge (KS) Police Department

March 9, 2011

It is with deep sadness that I leave this note. Debbie was a person I did not know well, but have known for many years. Our paths have crossed more frequently in recent years. Her kind heart and genuine passion for helping others could not be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. God Bless. Dale

Dale Good District Administrator
Probation and Parole Distrcit 1

March 9, 2011

I do not recall ever having met Ms. Collins. However, she sounds like she was a lovely person and a true asset to her community. So many people have praised her and her commitment to her staff and clients. My condolences to her family, staff and friends. Gay Lyn Webb IPO WERDCC

Gay Lyn Webb IPOII
WERDCC-Probation and Parole

March 9, 2011

I am sorry for your loss and my thoughts are with your family. I worked with Debra the last few years as a fellow supervisor in Region III. I will miss her smiling face across the table at our regional meetings.

Nya Rogers, Unit Supervisor
Missouri Probation and Parole SCCC

March 9, 2011

I'm truly Saddened by her departure. It's very hurtful to me when anyone that I respect and hold in high regard is taken. I will miss her Professional Charisma & soft voice: " Well hello there Fred"! I Pray GOD's Speed to her Husband, Sons & the entire District 25 Staff!!

PO II Fred Tates
District Field Office P&P

March 9, 2011

Mike and family: I had the opportunity to work with Debbie for a number of years and I always admired her wisdom, mild manner approach to any situation, and friendship. She truly was an angel that walked among us here on earth. We will all deeply miss her. My prayers and thoughts are with your family. I strongly believe that the talents Debbie shared with us here on Earth are being put to work stronger than ever in heaven. God Bless you and your family.

Sharon Dunn
Probation and Parole

March 9, 2011

May the Lord be with all of your family in this difficult time!

Doug PO II
Probation and Parole

March 9, 2011

Mike and family...I am truly sorry for your loss. It's been many years since I've had contact with Debbie but she was a true asset to the department. She will be missed by all.

Andrea Pope
8-South, St. Louis. PPOII

March 9, 2011

I did not work closely with Debbie but knew her to be a great administrator and person. My thoughts and prayer go out to her family and friends. May God be with each of you as you deal with your loss, giving you the strength and comfort you need at this time. Cindy

Unit Supervisor Cindy Gingerich
District #10 / Springfield

March 9, 2011

Even though I did not know Ms. Collins, my sympathy and prayers go out to her family at this time. Stand together as a family and lean on each other for support. Your memories of her will live on in your hearts. Sincerely, Pat Harris

Storekeeper I Pat Harris
KCCRC

March 9, 2011

I only knew Debbie professionally in our P&P Region V Family, but I knew enough about her through observances, readings, and other interactions to know that she worked hard to get where she was, and throughout her journey along the road to get there she touched many, many lives and was an ambassador for finding the nugget of gold that is buried deep within even the least-deserving, most wretched soul .... like a pebble in a pond, her life and love and commitment to mankind will continue to rippple throughout the anals of time, touching others for years to come.
Lovingly known, and sadly missed .....

POII Belinda Link
P&P #36 - Coworker

March 9, 2011

I had the privilege of working with Debbie on the food service operation for the Poplar Bluff Community Supervision Center. She worked hard to ensure the food quality and quantity met the clients' needs. She is a highly respected individual and I will miss her. I would like to extend my condolences to the family and will keep you in my prayers.

Joan Hays
Probation & Parole Central Office

March 9, 2011

There really are no words to ease the pain in the hearts of the family of this hero, but may you know that there are many prayers with you as you face this difficult time. God bless...

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02

Anonymous

March 9, 2011

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of District Administrator Debra K. Collins. 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 Missouri will not be forgotten. God Speed and God Bless. Rest in Peace .


May the children of Administrator Collins, know that their Mom is a HERO who we will not forget and will forever be in her debt for all she has done for us. Administrator Collins. Thank You Ma'am 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

March 9, 2011

Rest in peace Mam.

Police Officer II Dan Vaquero
San Diego Police Department

March 9, 2011