Virginia State Police, Virginia
End of Watch Friday, June 24, 2011
Reflections for Trooper Adam Maynard Bowen
To Adam's Family,
We send our symphony for the lose of your officer. We pray God will help you gain strength over time. We lost our son on 01/30/2007. He was killed by gunfire while on duty. We also covet your prayers.
We are involved in the Northwest Florida Chapter of C.O.P.S, an organization which provides free seminars etc. to the family of fallen law enforcement officers.
God Bless you all,
The Altman Family
Rev. Harold & Mrs Harold Altman
June 26, 2011
Here's to you Trooper Bowen. May your memory and honor live on forever in the hearts and minds of your family, as well as all the other Officers who had the honor of serving with you. You did a great job brother, and we are all proud of you. Rest easy now, we got it from here. Thanks for setting a standard of excellence for the rest of us.
P/O E. Gonzalez #049
Bowie City Police - Maryland
June 26, 2011
Rest in Peace brother.
PFC C.A. BUSKIRK
Parkersburg W.V. Police Department
June 26, 2011
Rest peacefully brother. You were a great person, a great airman and a great trooper. You served your country and your Commonwealth with dedication and honor. I will pray for you brother and I will pray for your family.
Blessed be the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
Sgt R.T. Hooper
King William County Sheriff's Office/ 192nd Security Forces Sq
June 26, 2011
Valor, Service, Pride... Rest in Peace Adam.
Special Agent 4975
ATF
June 26, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the parents, fiancée, fellow officers and friends of Trooper Adam Bowen. I hope the memories you have of him will provide some comfort during this terrible time. My heart truly grieves for you.
Rest In Peace Trooper Bowen.
Debbie Peek
Citizen
June 25, 2011
Adam and I served together in the 192nd Security Forces Squadron many years ago I'm sadden beyond words at the loss of him. He was always there for you when needed something and you could always count on him even when things got rough. He truly was a Great Person. Adam ,you will be missed and never forgotten May you rest in peace!!!
Jason Slaughter
Former Member 192nd Security Forces Squardon
June 25, 2011
This is truly heartbreaking. God bless you, Trooper Bowen.
Retired MPO TC McHenry
VBPD
June 25, 2011
My condolences to Tpr. Bowen's family, friends & the VA State Police on their tragic loss. You are all in our thoughts & prayers. Tpr. Bowen, thank you for your service, as you sit with St. Michael watching over your brothers may you rest in peace, for you are safely home....
Mike Torino - Firefighter/Paramedic
East Haven Local 1205, Connecticut
June 25, 2011
Rest in Peace, young man....May God hold you in his arms....
Major (Retired)
West Virginia State Police
June 25, 2011
We would like to send our warmest regards and deepest condolences to the family, friends and department of Trooper Adam Bowen. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult and sad time. Rest in Peace, Trooper Bowen and thank you for your service.
Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
June 25, 2011
Eternal rest to you brother. Peace and healing to family, friends and colleagues.
jim davenport
B. Co. P.D. (ret.)
June 25, 2011
Rest easy Adam, and God's speed....We have the watch.
Special Agent C. J. Moore
Virginia State Police
June 25, 2011
R.I.P. Brother in BLUE. May God Bless you forever. We'll take it from here.
Police Officer Angela Garofalo
NYPD
June 25, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Bowen family and the Virginia State Police!
Deputy Scott DeFord
Fulton Sheriff's Office, Lewistown IL.
June 25, 2011
Rest In Peace Brother. We'll take it from here. Watch over as your Fellow Troopers continue you on in your memory. Thank you for your service to this GREAT Country in the military. My condolences to your Family and the VA State Police.
PO Fred Nordt
Lake Success PD, Long Island, NY
June 25, 2011
Rest in peace Adam, Thanks for your service,we have the watch now.
Deputy Sheriff
York County Sheriff's Office
June 25, 2011
Adam I am honored and blessed to have known you and had the priveledge of your friendship. You were a hard working and truely dedicated officer. It truely hurts so much to know I will have to wait so long to be able to laugh and joke with you again. There are so many things I wish I had said the last time I saw you and now it will have to wait. I enjoyed your friendship in the guard and also working the road together. Your courage and honor give me inspiration. I will NEVER forget you brother! Rest easy now Adam, we have the watch now. One day we will meet again.
MATTHEW 5:9
"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God"
God bless you brother.
Investigator
CCSO
June 25, 2011
My condolences to the family, fiancee, friends and coworkers of this brave and honorable young public servant. It is such a tragic loss for all.
Sherry Browett
Virginia mother of a Nevada police officer
June 25, 2011
Avenue of the Fallen
Standing at attention in their class “A“ uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, are your brothers and sisters of Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the ultimate price.
Today, like many others, they welcome you to this wonderful place. As you march down the Avenue of the Fallen, all eyes focus on you as if to say its ok you’re with your eternal partners. A salute is followed and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well.
Now come join us in the ranks, another is coming home.
A brother law enforcement officer
12-25-2010
Sheriff Jim Weaver (Ret.) LAPD (Ret.)
Jerome County, Idaho (Ret.)
June 25, 2011
Rest in Heaven brother. We'll take it from here.
Deputy Cummings
Marion County Sheriff's Department
June 25, 2011
Our deepest condolences to the dear family of Trooper Bowen. God Bless him for his service to our Country in the Military and the Maryland State Police. Rest in Peace Brother, hero's are never forgotten.
Sgt Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, NC
June 25, 2011
RIP Sgt. / Trooper Bowen. We were in the same Air Force unit and I knew him. There many in our unit that have very found memiores of Adam. He was an outstanding wingman. My heart breaks for his family. This one has really hit home for me.
SSgt. J Hosfeld
192nd SFS Va. Air National Gaurd
June 25, 2011
Trooper Bowen, your watch is ended. May our Heavenly Father watch over your family and friends during this tragic time. May your soul walk carefully and proudly into everlasting life. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in God’s peace my friend, you deserve it.
REV
Chaplain Michael Grinnals
Camillus Police Department
June 25, 2011
On behalf of the men and women of the Camillus Police Department, our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and co-workers of Trooper Adam M. Bowen. Rest in Peace Brother, We now have the Watch.
PBA
Town of Camillus Police Department, Central New York
June 25, 2011
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