Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Andy,

I woke up today for work, and had a very hollow feeling.....like something was missing, or something was wrong. As I drove to work today, I thought about you.......and then it hit me. 1 year ago today we laid you to rest. As I sit here and fight back the tears, I say to myself....today is going to be a hard day. I will try to stay strong. I miss ya!

Ofc. Justin Gioffredo
Perkins Township/friend

March 25, 2012

2083,
BEEN A FEW BUSY DAYS AND I HAVEN'T BEEN BY A COMPUTER UNTIL NOW. YESTERDAY WAS 1 YEAR SINCE WE SAID GOODBYE. WAS GREAT TO BE WITH ALL OUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY. LISTENING TO ALL THE STORIES ALWAYS BRINGS TEARS BUT ALOT OF LAUHGTER TOO. WE ALL MISS YOU SON AND I LOVE YOU. IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ALWAYS.

"WE SLEEP SOUNDLY IN OUR BEDS BECAUSE ROUGH MEN STAND READY IN THE NIGHT TO VISIT VIOLENCE ON THOSE WHO WOULD DO US HARM" G.ORWELL

FELLOW OFFICER AND FATHER OF FALLEN OFFICER
ANDREW S. DUNN E. O. W. 3-19-11

OFC MATHEW DUNN
SANDUSKY PD- OH

March 20, 2012

God Bless you, Sir, and God Bless your family. This is a terrible date for them, but I hope they find peace, and know that they are not alone. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in Peace

Kimberly Towey
Surviving daughter

March 19, 2012

Hard to believe it's been a year since that terrible day. I will always remember the few times I was around you, how your attitude and smile just brightened everyones mood that was with you. You are certainly missed but never forgotten...

anonymous

March 19, 2012

Andy, I can't believe it's been a year already. My heart is very heavy today. But know that we all miss you very much. This still doesn't make any sense to me. We may never know the answer why you were taken so soon. We will gather tonight with family, friends, Brothers and Sisters to honor your memory. Sleep well, my friend! "#2083!"

~Foxy
ECSO-retired

March 19, 2012

You are honored today Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

March 19, 2012

IN HONORE CASORUM
Gone, but not forgotten.

Sgt. T. J. Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department

March 19, 2012

Andy, I had the opportunity to meet your dad today during the ncea conference today, it was really emotional to hear your story. Rest in Peace brother!!!

Deputy Logan Niles
Garfield Co. S.O.

March 16, 2012

Dunn, Almost one year since we lost one hell of man. Having a C.P.P.D. reunion in your honor on Saturday. Just thinking about how much I wish you could be there.

Been watching this show called I survived beyond and back. These people tell their stories of how they died and what happened when they did. Almost all of these people did not want to come back to life. Their stories are amazingly comforting. It allows me to know what kind of great place you are in now. See you on the other side man.

Robert Wertz
Former Roomate, former Co-worker, friend forever

March 15, 2012

Andy, as one year from that tragic night approaches, I wanted you to know that you have not, nor will ever be forgotten. You are the subject of our thoughts and prayers constantly. You left us too soon. I can only can understand because I know you are in God's hands now. Rest in Peace my friend.

Rob Pfanner
Friend and co-worker

March 15, 2012

I saw this today and thought I would put it in here for your family and friends. Justice will be served and I hope you rest in peace as you watch over your family and friends..God speed 2083
Many we love have passed away to soon...without reason
We remember them often in a thousand different ways...In the morning...In the night...When we look t the stars...A date...A song...A place...A smell
In memory of all those who left us to soon....

Marla Lochotzki daughter of
Bay View Polic Dept. Asst. Chief

March 15, 2012

Hey Bud, hard to believe its been almost a year. Still think of you daily. I will be with your family tomorrow to celebrate both yours and your father's birthdays. I miss ya! I regret not staying in touch as much as I should have. I guess life gets in the way, and you take things for granted. Look for us the night of the 18th. Hopefully the weather will be nice and we can send up some messages to you VIA sky lanterns. Love and miss you my friend!

Ofc. Justin Gioffredo
Perkins Twp Police/friend

March 10, 2012

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WEEKEND SON, A YEAR AGO TODAY WE SPENT OUR B-DAYS TOGETHER BECAUSE OF SCHEDULE CONFLICTS. MINE BEING THE 9TH AND HAVING TO ATTEND A CLASS, YOURS THE 11TH AND BEING OUT OF TOWN FOR KEVIN'S WEDDING. LITTLE DID WE KNOW IT WAS OUR LAST BIRTHDAYS TOGETHER....LET ALONE OUR LAST WEEK TOGETHER WHEN 3-19-11 HAPPENED TO CHANGE ALL OF OUR LIVES FOREVER.

UNBELIEVABLE HOW MUCH THINGS CAN CHANGE IN A YEAR. I MISS YOU EVERY MINUTE OF EVERYDAY. SOME DAYS ARE BETTER THAN OTHERS BUT NO DAY IS AS IT USED TO BE AND NEVER WILL BE.

I LOVE YOU AND EVERYBODY MISSES YOU TOO. I'LL HAVE A YUENGLING (OR TWO) FOR YOU. STILL HAVE ALL THE GOOD MEMORIES THAT GET ME THROUGH IT MOST OF THE TIME. I'LL BE BACK ON ODMP ON 3-11 TO REFLECT MORE.

DAD

OFC. MATTHEW DUNN
FELLOW OFFICER AND FATHER OF FALLEN OFFICER
ANDREW S. DUNN E.O.W. 3-19-11

OFC. MATTHEW DUNN
SANDUSKY PD, SANDUSKY OH.

March 8, 2012

My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Sandusky Police Officer Andrew Dunn. I would also feel remiss if I didn't mention the comfort extended to other law enforcement families by Officer Dunn's father despite his own loss. May your service serve to steel the resolve of those in the law enforcement community. God bless you and may you rest in peace.

(Retired)Police Officer Gregory Kral
Miami-Dade Police Dept. FL

March 7, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, A hero you are.

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

February 15, 2012

Rest in peace brother...We will take the watch from here. Though I did not know you personally, I commend you for service to your community and for making the ultimate sacrifice. You have placed a constant reminder in my mind each day when I put the uniform on that anything can happen at any time. My thoughts and prayers remain with your family, friends, and brothers in blue. Watch over us each day as we continue to do the job that you so adamantly and passionately performed. Rest in peace 2083.

Deputy
Sheriff's Office - Ohio

January 20, 2012

ANDREW, WELL FINALLY 2011 THE YEAR FROM HELL IS PAST. CAN ONLY HOPE THE NEW YEAR 2012 IS BETTER FOR ALL LEO. IT'S NOT STARTING OUT ANY BETTER THAN LAST YEAR WITH 2 OFFICERS KILLED ALREADY. LOVE YOU BOY AND CAN ONLY LOOK FORWARD TO THE SATISFACTION OF CONVICTION AND DEATH PENALTY OF ASSHOLE AT THE TRIAL.

OFC. MATTHEW DUNN-FATHER/FELLOW OFFICER
SANDUSKY POLICE DEPARTMENT, SANDUSKY ,OH.

January 3, 2012

Your brave example will serve to steel the resolve of your brethren . My prayers go out to your family and the members of the Sandusky Police Department. Rest in peace, brother.

Police Officer (Retired) Gregory Kral
Miami-Dade Police Dept. FL

December 27, 2011

To the family and friends of Officer Andrew Dunn, his fellow officers, and most especially to Andy:

We honor your service to your community as a law enforcement officer and you will always be remembered and revered. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of our entire family, I wish to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Andy was killed in the line of duty. It is obvious he was well-loved by many and well-respected by his peers as reflected in the loving reflections left for him.

May his loved ones continued to be supported by their law enforcement family and other police survivors. Our family grieves with you and for you. To Andy's family, you are in my heart's embrace today. I share your parents' anquish in losing a beloved child which surely has to be life's greatest sorrow. As we are fast approaching both their first Christmas without you and your eow anniversary date, they are all in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult days.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the years of distinquished service Andy gave to his community and the citizens of Ohio, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 19 , 2011

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

December 23, 2011

I miss you everyday, you were not only my big brother but the one who helped me start my career as a Dispatcher!!! There are days I just want to call and tell you what's going on, or a day I have big decisons to make and I would always call you first!!! I love you Drew!!!!

Nakia Dunn-Stookey
Sister

December 15, 2011

I feel so sad that people have no respect today. Kids are running wild and fathers not around and too many police officers being killed leaving their children behind. I am trying to help victims by trying to get the message out to have new laws for repeat offenders put in place. Please help these officers who are killed so sencelessly by signing my petition on F/B to help keep repeat offenders like TIm Sheline put away for good. My prayers to Officer Dunns's family and friends.

Sue Mazzone Airport Sales Agent
Continental Airlines

December 11, 2011

So many things to say...
Recently it has been 6 months to the day that you were taken away from us. Every time I go into shift, there is always an "Andy story" that makes us think of you and all the great times that were shared with ALL, not just here at SPD. I remember when I started at Cedar Point, you were the "go to" guy for everything. From teaching me how to even talk on the radio, to backing me up, to laughing at me and finally laughing WITH me, I miss you sorely brother. Thank you for everything you did in the short amount of time you were with us and I will NEVER forget it.

-"Ernie"

Res. Ofc. E Hernandez
Sandusky PD

October 5, 2011

Its been 6 months Andy, and I have never posted here. I wouldnt call us best friends ( although you meant so much to me), but you were always there for me! A friend and brother, I think of you every day, and it seems unreal that you are gone!
I drive by Tyler Street often, and think of that day every time! I carry on because I know you would have carried on too, you give me strength every day Brother! RIP 2083!

Ofc. Mike Schock
friend, SPD

September 19, 2011

Andy,

I know I have not said much since you left, but I want you to know you are missed!! It is bitter sweet as I wright this...... five months to the day, that you were taken before your time.....I still mourn your loss, but will try to celebrate my promotion to Sergeant. I remember the times that we worked together and the the passion that you had for for this job. I recall all the times when I didn't want to stop a car "because it was raining", but you convinced me to anyway(because we might get the bad guy!). I'm still not sure that I am doing the right thing, but I can hear you in the back of my mind saying "come on you have to take the test, we need a good supervisor!" Rest in peace and know you are dearly missed. Love you brother!!!!!!

Sergeant Eric Graybill
Sandusky Police Department

August 19, 2011

Andy,
I miss you daily! I sit here at work and think of you, and all the good times that we had together. I think about the times that we went out with everyone. The times we had at Cabanna's. The one and only time that we sang Karoke together!! lol. All the times we chased shop lifters together. Words can't express how much I miss you! I'm sorry I let life get in the way, and didn't talk to you as much as we used to. I called you a week before all this happened.....wish I would have gotten to speak to you. I've been going to the camp ground and hangin out with everyone. I'm sure you see everything that's happening. Your father and I have become good friends. I see the kids and Jules sometimes too. Everyone misses you so much! There are times that I break down.....like now......I try to keep it together, but I can't be strong all of the time. When I think of you, I sit and watch all of the memorial videos that people have made in your honor. They usually bring me to tears, but I guess its to be expected. I promise to always be here for your family! I will never forget my friend! Wish you were still here 2083!

Deputy Sheriff
Ottawa County S.O./Friend

August 6, 2011