Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

It's a sad day when yet another officer is lost in the line of duty. Though I have never met Craig I was a classmate at Tremper High School of Craig's aunt Carol, and admire Craig's accomplishments, but find his loss at his prime of life to be a tragedy.

Allen Fredrickson

March 21, 2011

REST IN PEACE BROTHER, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE

PROVINCIAL CONSTABLE MARTY LALONDE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE

March 21, 2011

You were a great supervisor in the military and a good friend. My thought and prayers go out to you and all your family. You will never be forgotten.

Officer Joseph Boehnlein
VBPD 511 Military Police Company, NY

March 21, 2011

REST IN PEACE.

INVESTIGATOR BOB CAMERON
CLEVELAND HTS PD (OHIO)

March 21, 2011

Mrs Birkholz, My Brothers and Sisters of the Fond Du Lac PD. Please accept my sympathies on the loss of Craig. Sometimes this just does not make sense after all that this man has been through serving his country. He will truly be remembered in my prayers. Bless You all. Rest in Peace my Brother

Deputy Robert E. Gibson
Smith County Sheriff's Office

March 21, 2011

My family's thoughts and prayers are with the Birkholz Family during these tragic times. Officer Birkholz you are a hero. RIP

Mike Williams
Brother of Bruce Williams EOW 10-19-03

Deputy Mike Williams
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, WI

March 21, 2011

Officer Birkholz although I did not know you, as a fellow Army veteran of both Iraq and Afghanistan and serving police officer I have a connection with you as deep as blood. Your death reminds those of us who served our Country in combat and have gone on to serve it in law enforcement that the risk is just as great for us here at home. Thank you for your service, both in combat and here at home, may your family and comrades at Fond Du Lac PD take comfort in having raised, known and served with an extraordinary American and hero.
Now rest easy my Brother in honored glory, we will keep the watch.....

Police Officer Ben Sleaford
Geneseo (IL) PD

March 21, 2011

It's a terrible lost for your community. All my thoughts go for his family and colleagues. Sincere condolences.

Principal Inspector, Eric REMIENCE
LIEGE POLICE - BELGIUM

March 21, 2011

You are a hero. It saddens me that your life came to an early end.
You, your family and your agency are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Deputy Kelly Schmitz
Winnebago County Sheriff Office

March 21, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Thank you to all who serve and protect us on a daily basis, you aren't thanked enough.. Thank you Officer Birkholz for protecting our Country and Community. You will be missed.

Anonymous

March 21, 2011

To Officer Birkholz' Wife:
There are no words that anyone could possibly say to ease your pain. I am terribly sorry about losing your husband so young. I've been there as well and the pain never goes away, it just somewhat 'fades' over time, but you never get over the loss. Please lean on your family and friends now. May you find the strength. You will never be alone, your husband is keeping the watch on you..... I'm so very sorry.

To Officer Birkholz:
Thank you sir for keeping us safe on the streets and for your brave service to our country. It's time to keep the watch on your family now. There WILL be a void in this world without you, I am so very sorry for whats happend and that you were taken so young. I salute you, GodSpeed.

Lisa from Western MA
Concerned Supporter of all Officers and their Families

March 21, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Birkholz' family. May you find the strength and courage you need to endure the days ahead.

Just visited the wisconsin law enforcement memorial this past saturday and as a laid my hand upon it hoped and prayed that another named would not need to be added. Know you are not alone in your journey.

Anonymous

March 21, 2011

The angels have noted your arrival in the Deck log of heaven, sir. They have piped you aboard with whistles of silver and presented you with a personal note from the Fleet Admiral: "You chose to protect and serve my people and you have done this well. Welcome aboard my ship."

Patrick J Knowles, PO2
U.S. Coast Guard (vet)

March 21, 2011

Godspeed my friend...

Officer Mark Holthaus
Lakewood PD, WA

March 21, 2011

It seems that God takes the good ones young, doesn't it? Your aunt says you were born to protect others--and so you have. Please continue to watch over your brothers and sisters as they carry on. I's have been proud to serve with you.

Sgt. Lisa Vandersarl-Knowles (ret)
Hillsboro,TX Police Dept.

March 21, 2011

Rest in peace brother, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. You will never be forgotten.

Sgt. William Brand
Henrico County Police

March 21, 2011

Officer Birkholz, you made the ultimate sacriface for your community. Thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten brother.

Thoughts and prayers to your family, the Fond du Lac Police Department and your friends. Peace be with you Craig.

Officer Patrick Brock
Grafton Police Department

March 21, 2011

My sincere condolences to Officer Birkholz's wife, family, friends and the Fond du Lac Police Department for their tragic loss. A true hero was taken from us much too soon...rest in peace Officer. You have served your country and your community with honor and dignity.

Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. ~ 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Courtney Van Boxtel
Wisconsin Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.)

March 21, 2011

Thank you for your service to our country and state. May you rest in peace.

Detective
Wauwatosa (WI) Police Dept.

March 21, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families, friends, and to our law enforcement partners at the Fond du Lac Police Department.

Sgt. John J. Brogan
Dane County Sheriff's Office, Madison, WI

March 21, 2011

God Bless . U r in our prayers. May u soar w/ the eagles. So sad for the loss of such a wonderful individual.

Christine Tauke

March 21, 2011

I cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I heard the news on Monday morning on the television and my heart sank. Your loss is very similar to mine - responding to a call, shots fired, the suspect takes his own life at the end. May God give you strength and courage as you face the painful days ahead.

Wife of a fallen law enforcement officer
Bruce Williams EOW 10/19/2003 WI

March 21, 2011

R.I.P. Officer Birkholz! Your duty to country and to our city will never be forgotten! My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Dave Ruples
Sgt. Dept. Of Corrections

March 21, 2011

You fought the good fight, rest in peace Brother. May God show his mercy and grace on your family, friends, and coworkers.

Det. John Creamer
Daytona Beach Police

March 21, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Fond du Lac Police Department and the family of Officer Birkholz.
R.I.P Sir!

Wm Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Traffic Unit

March 21, 2011