Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you for nearly two decades of sacrifice brother. Rest assured that the suspect will face justice. R.I.P. dear brother. Prayers for the family and for the New Castle County Police Department.

Chaplain Paul Grady
Knoxville Police Department, Knoxville, TN

September 17, 2011

Rest In Peace Sgt. Szczerba, A hero in life, not death.

Provincial Constable Chris Spence #11968
Ontario Provincial Police, Rainy River, ON

September 17, 2011

18 years on and not one sign of slowing down. Always eager to get involved in any investigation, and always preaching (and practicing) proactivity. I couldn't have imagined a better Sgt, teacher, or role model for my rookie time. A truly devastating loss. Thank you for everything you have given to me.

Off. J Piser 2788
New Castle County Police

September 17, 2011

God bless you Brother. Our prayers to your family, brother, and sister officers in this tough time.

Det. Donny Carruth
East Brunswick PD/Middlesex County Narcotics Task Force, NJ

September 17, 2011

My sincerest condolences to the family of Sergeant Szczerba's family. It's always so sad to hear of a fallen officer no matter what their rank. They are each and every one equally important. I didn't know Sergeant Szczerba's family, but even volunteering for the KSP I have come to the highest level of respect for ALL of those officers who serve our communities, hoping daily to come home to their family. Condolences, from Jackie Carter, in Kentucky.

Volunteer/Alumni Association for KSP

September 17, 2011

Rest in peace Sergeant Szczerba!
You will not be forgotten!

Willie Bell Hopewell VA!
Friend Of All Law Enforcement Officers!

September 17, 2011

Deepest sympathy to the family of Sergeant Szczerba, and all those who mourn the loss of Sergeant Szczerba. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
His service will be greatly missed in your community and his Deeds never forgotten.
God Bless.

Ret PO David Herbert
Toronto Police Service,Ont Canada

September 17, 2011

RIP Brother.

Special Agent John Pizzurro
DOC/IG

September 17, 2011

Joe, you will be greatly and sadly missed my brother. Thank you for all of your years of dedication and unselfish service to our New Castle County citizens. A day will never go by when you are not remembered for the kind and awesome gentleman you have been. I t has been my honor to serve alongside of you at one time. GOD Bless you.

Sgt. Dominick Campalone
DSUDPS

September 17, 2011

Joe,
Your spirit and enthusiasm for the job will always live through the officers you led and trained throughout your career. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Szczerba family.

Rest in peace Joe….

A/Sgt. N.D. Strauss
Delaware River and Bay Authority PD

September 17, 2011

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Sergeant Joseph Szczerba. Another Hero taken too soon. May God comfort you and your family as you go and touch the face of God.
Your service and sacrifice and bravery to the citizens of New Castle Delaware will not be forgotten. God Speed and God Bless. Rest in Peace Sir.

VIPS 750 Jeff Claybern
Alexandria Kentucky Police Department

September 17, 2011

Your duty here has been completed with honor, devotion, love and professionalism. Your new squad is alongside all of our heroic brothers and sisters who have also paid the ultimate in serving Gods children. Those left behind will keep your name and outstanding record alive in memory for years to come and they will care for your family. Rest in peace with Gods blessings. In Christ

Tom Bradley, Retired
Phoenix PD, AZ State Chap. FOP

September 17, 2011

Auwe no ho'i. My deepest heartfelt condolences to the family of Sgt Szczerba and to the New Castle County Police Department 'Ohana. I will remember you all in my prayers. Aloha Ke Akua ia 'oukou. (God Bless you all)

Assistant Chief Victor K. Ramos
Maui Police Department

September 17, 2011

Sergeant Szezerba thank you for your service. May God bless you and your family. Rest in peace. You will not be forgotten!

Friend

September 17, 2011

GOD rest his soul he was a great man who will be missed by all thank you Joe for your service

Konrad
WCU

September 17, 2011

Just a note to say that my thoughts and prayers are with the Szczerba family. I didn't know this police officer but his death has touched my heart and the hearts of many other residents of Delaware. Please know that the job the police officers do is appreciated and that we mourn this needless killing.

Donna Susi Rash
Registered Nurse - Citizen

September 16, 2011

Some give all. All give some. My heart goes out to the Szczerba family. I've been there when my father was killed in a plane crash while serving in the US Air Force and I know how it hurts. Just know that Joe is a true hero. God Bless You!!

Sgt. Steve Van Vliet (retired)
Pocatello Police Dept, Pocatello ID

September 16, 2011

Rest in peace Sgt Szczerba you have run the race now therefore there is laid up for you treasures in heaven in the presence of your Heavenly Father. May the God of all good gifts give your family peace, comfort, and strength during this dark moment in their lives. Thanks for your dedication and the giving of the ultimate for your fellow man.

Retired Police Officer Bob Lester
Midland Texas Police Department

September 16, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. We all stand ready to help you however we can. God Bless you Sgt. Rest in Peace my brother.

Cpl. Michael Rinehart
Wilmington Police, Delaware

September 16, 2011

Rest in peace brother and may your memory comfort those left behind.

Ofc. Matthew Nussle
Elkton Police K9 Unit

September 16, 2011

We have suffered a great loss. I am so sorry for your loved ones and fellow officers. Who ever coined the phrase "Only the good die young" must have had someone like you in mind. God Bless.

Marie Caruso Citizen of New Castle, DE
Mom of a former New Castle County Policeman

September 16, 2011

My prayers are with you Ed and your family. It's been many years since our days on the Elsmere Town Council. Your son was a true hero and he will never be forgotten.

Albert Jeuell
formerly of Elsmere, DE

September 16, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to Sergeant Szczerba, his family, friends, and the entire New Castle County Police Department. Thank you for your service Sergeant Szczerba. We've got the watch from here.

Sergeant
Fredericksburg Police Department(VA)

September 16, 2011

My sincerest sympathy to the family and friends of Sergeant
Joseph Szczerba as well as to the New Castle County Police Department. Rest in peace Sergeant Szczerba, you are gone but will not be forgotten...

Dispatcher Sue Rusch
Punta Gorda PD, Punta Gorda FL

September 16, 2011

We lost one of the best today. Joe was a genuine person and the epitome of a police officer. A true class act. Words can’t express how saddened I am about the loss of our brother officer. My heartfelt sympathies to Joe’s family.

Retired Captain Debra Rees
New Castle County Police

September 16, 2011