Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you for your sacrifice and may you rest in peace.

Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney
Virginia

May 6, 2011

You are at peace in the arms of God. You will be missed and loved always, God bless you and your family, friends and fellow officers.

Anonymous

May 6, 2011

Thank you for your service Capt Braden, may you RIP

K9 Unit Sgt (Ret)
NJDOC

May 5, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of a warriors career ending like this. Rest in peace brother you have done your time in Hell. May the Lord keep your friends and family strong in this time of need. I know that you are in a special place watching over us here. God Speed Brother

MPO TG VINCENT
Asheboro Police, NC

May 5, 2011

Rest in peace brother, your family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sergeant Aaron Fore
Gulfport Police Department

May 5, 2011

God bless Capt. Braden and thank you for all the years of service to your community, protecting the people. Your family must be so proud of having such a wonderful man. Prayers to all the family, friends and fellow law enforcement.

Anonymous

May 5, 2011

Rest easy my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is now over, may God be with your Loved ones, and friends.......

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

May 5, 2011

Captain Braden, you will not be forgotten! R.I.P.

Deputy Sheriff
Livingston County (Il) Sheriff's Ofc.

May 5, 2011

Thank you for your many years of dedication and service to your community. May God bless your family and watch over them. Brother, we now have the watch. Godspeed.

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

May 5, 2011

Captain Braden,
You are a true American Hero. Your community and this country are forever in your debt. Rest in peace brother, you will never be forgotten.

Sgt Nyce
Broward Sheriff's Office

May 5, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to the dear family and friends of Captain Braden. God Bless him for his service and the sacrifice he made to keep others safe. Rest in Peace brother, hero's are never ever forgotten.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, NC

May 4, 2011

Rest in peace Captain. Thank you for your service to your community.

A Citizen
Massachusetts

May 4, 2011

For Captain Ralph Braden:

The risk that the law officer takes are the same on the first day he sets out to begen patrol until the very last patrol is completed. We regret to learn that Ralph would meet his fate, especially after serving for a period that has brought many of us a retirement. Ralph stands as a valiant and courageous soldier-of-the-law that has brought both himself and his department great honor and deep respect.

We pray for Ralph's family, friends, co-workers and all who care about him. May they be ready to reach-out to one another in the days ahead.

We are proud to render Captain Ralph Braden a final salute.

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennsylvania State Police

May 4, 2011

Rest in peace Capt Braden. Thanks for your service. Terry Zech

OFC Terry F Zech (ret) USN (ret)
Veteran Affairs Police Dept Detroit MI

May 4, 2011

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

May 4, 2011

To the family, friends and co-workers of Captain Ralph Braden-my sincere sympathies to you all because of this tragedy and your loss. Your loved one's career and accomplishments are a positive I'm sure. Your loved one's sacrifice in the line of duty will be forever honored in our profession.

Sgt. Scott Bodah
Syracuse, New York Police Department

May 4, 2011

His Judgment Day:
The officer stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shinning, Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek To my church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I aint, Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays, And at times my talk was rough, And sometimes I've been violent Because the streets are tough.
But I never took a penny That wasn't mine to keep.. Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help Though at times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept an unmanly tear.
I know I don't deserve a place among the people here. They never wanted me around except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord, it needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, But if you don't...I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne, where the saints often trod. As the officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Officer. You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell"

Author unknown

May God be with everyone

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, Tx

May 4, 2011

There are no words to ease the pain in the hearts of the Braden family, friends and coworkers of this hero. May God be with you all and guide you through these troubled times.

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

Anonymous

May 4, 2011

What a great lose for the family, friends, and community of Wartburg TN. Thank you Captain Braden for your service and dedication.. Our prayers are with your family and frinds today and always.... Rest in Peace Sir..

Joyce
Sister of Ofc. John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994

May 4, 2011

Chief Strzelecki and the entire Niles Police Department extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Captain Braden. Godspeed.

Niles, Illinois Police Department

May 4, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and co-workers of Captain Braden. Godspeed!
Thank you for your service!

Ralph's widow

May 4, 2011

REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF E.J. MORRIS
RANDOLPH MO P.D.

May 4, 2011

I had the honor to meet Captain Braden at several functions that Wartburg PD hosted and it truly is a loss for the the department as well as the City of Wartburg. My heart hurts for Chief Teddy Bales who worked side by side with Captain through their careers, Officer Dwayne Bales to whom I call friend and such a big supporter to the GHSO and the community. Captain Braden's memory will last forever and he truly will be missed. Rest in peace Captain Braden and I'll see you again in heaven, my brother. God Bless you friend!

Steve Dillard, East TN LEL
Governors Highway Safety Office

May 4, 2011

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Captain Ralph Braden ~you're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you the strength to carry on and help heal your hearts. May you find comfort and support with those around you. God bless you and rest in peace, Captain Braden.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of a fallen MI P.O. eow 2004

May 4, 2011

To The Family And Friends Of Captain Ralph Braden.. In Time May God Give You ,For Every Tear,A Smile,For Every Sigh A Treasured Memory. May His Love Keep You Even During Those Times When You Think Why , God Knows How You Feel And He So Cares.

Theresa Melody
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May 4, 2011