Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Lord Jesus, as we watch America’s Peace Officers succumb to the wicked and evil in this world, Shot and Killed in the Line-of-Duty, it becomes difficult for us to pick up and move forward. Our communities are on the brink of exploding with tension. In light of the peace officers who are no longer with us, I pray for endurance for our communities and law enforcement agencies. Carry us through this time of strife, that through our struggles, our bonds may grow even more unbreakable. In Your mighty and holy name, I pray. Amen.

Holy Scriptures on Law Enforcement’s Mission:

“For the policeman [peace officer] does not frighten people who are doing right; but those doing evil will always fear him. So if you don’t want to be afraid, keep the laws and you will get along well. The policeman [peace officer] is sent by God to help you. But if you are doing something wrong, of course you should be afraid, for he [the peace officer] will have you punished. He [the peace officer] is sent by God for that very purpose. Obey the laws, then, for two reasons: first, to keep from being punished, and second, just because you know you should.” [Romans 13:3-5 TLB]

[Jesus Said,] “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” [John 15:13 ESV]

And he [Jesus] said to him, “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise.” [Luke 23:43 ESV]

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [children] of God.” [Matthew 5:9 ESV]

“And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” [Isaiah 6:8 ESV]

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA, FCPO-USA
Ordained Christian Global Outreach Minister No. 36526
The Badge 183 Peacemakers Prayer Ministry

January 12, 2024

Thinking about Sgt. Kenner and my former department today. It's been ten years this month and I remember it like yesterday.

Dan Grider
Former Bismarck Police Officer #263

July 13, 2021

Am I wrong in being disgusted by the lenient sentences constantly described in these pages for wanton murder of law officers? Officers who had families and dreams of a future in life and career. I am saddened by the loss of brothers and sisters I’ve never known and never will. But then I can say I knew them all as family who stood up for the weak when no one else cared. Supporting our Law Enforcement heroes means more than “liking” them on Facebook. Brother Kenner I feel your loss and lament the emptiness of your departure. Thank you for your love of fellow man that precipitated the sacrifice of your life. Your family is mine as is the family of every law officer taken because of a choice to protect and serve others, no thanks expected, no reward anticipated, just doing what is right for others over self. God Bless you and all LEOs taken from life for standing when the head of society is stuck in the proverbial sand. To the families and friends knowing directly the sorrow of every officer’s loss, know that you are loved for the pain you feel though never thought possible. Heroes live on in the character of lives they touched and changed. Every officer lost to duty is the weakening of a national consciousness, the unimaginable hurt of all lives that were and would have been touched. Let the memory of these patriots give us strength. Let our strength tell their loved ones that we hold their hearts now. Not in substitute but in knowing an unfathomable loss of life has occurred. God truly bless every one knowing such a loss. I finished my shift and went home alive. I wish I could have somehow been there so you could have as well.

A Simple LEO
Retired

July 8, 2021

Sgt. Kenner,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the NDARNG. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

July 8, 2021

I still miss you everyday, you made such an impact on my personal life and professional career. Rest easy Sarge

Captain Jason Bullis
Bowman County SO former BPD officer

March 20, 2021

Rest easy

Mark Mottola

July 8, 2020

Rest in peace Sergeant Kenner.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 20, 2020

I was given a band with Sgt.Kenners name and EOW date. I took a moment to find out about him. Prayers for his family and friends. It will serve as a reminder of those who came before me and the sacrifices that they made to protect and serve the communities they cared about.

Richard Finch Asst. Chief of Police
City of Maud Police Department (Ok)

July 22, 2019

John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

September 20, 2018

Remembering you on this anniversary and always. Until Valhalla brother.

Police officer Richard Jensen
Bismarck Police Department

July 8, 2018

Your name is spoken often and you are remembered and missed my friend

Todd A. Schwarz, Chief ASA
McKenzie County ND

March 15, 2016

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

July 15, 2015

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

February 7, 2015

Although I never knew you, great protector, I bawl at the thought of what must have been such a kind, caring and strong willed man, and protector of the Bismarck community, now gone, I pray for your family, and the officers who knew you as friend, rest in peace SGT.Kenner

Gone but never forgotten

Civillian/Future officer

March 2, 2014

Thank you for your service and for helping to make America a safer place.

Deputy Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office, CO

November 18, 2012

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue to keep watch over all of them. You are a true hero and heroes never die. You will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon, Ret. Deputy Chief
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

July 8, 2012

Everyone thought he was a hardass when he dealt with the public. He made a mistake when he thought I had a knife in my pocket (I recently had back surgery) He was ONLY protecting his life when he restrained me. Since that day he WAS the best police officer that I had ever dealt with. He learned a lot about me while he was taking me to the hospital. I miss him and could use his help right now in the worst way

no rank just a person
someone who knew him

June 23, 2012

I miss our visits. I still use much of what you taught me!!! You are missed!!!

Shawn Skager, Deputy
Traill County Sheriff's Office

May 23, 2012

Still think about you Sarge. I will be in DC next month to pay my respects at the memorial.

Kai Engstroem
Dispatcher, Bismarck Burleigh Combined Communications Center

April 20, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

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

February 24, 2012

To the family and friends of Sgt. Steven Kenner, his fellow officers, and most especially to Steven:

We honor your service to your community as a law enforcement officer. 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 Steven 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 Steven's family, you are in my heart's embrace today. I share your anquish in losing a beloved family member which surely has to be life's greatest sorrow.

This was your family's first Christmas without you. They are all in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult days.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Steven gave to his community and the citizens of North Dakota, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on July 8, 2011.

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

December 28, 2011

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiance Dennis. Every time I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the officer they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Sergeant Kenner. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. (The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. I can also be found on Face Book.) You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Steven he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Steven's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Steven's life was about so much more than the way he died. Steven will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Sergeant Kenner, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiance Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been eight & a half years and he's still very much missed and forever loved.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

December 7, 2011

Sgt. Kenner: Thanks for protecting people.

Trooper R. Johnson
South Dakota Highway Patrol

September 28, 2011

Sgt. Kenner,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your years of dedicated service-not just to your Community, but also to the state of North Dakota and our Country as well when you you served in the NDARNG. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

August 19, 2011

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

Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney
Virginia

August 15, 2011