Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

It is a tragedy beyond measure when an event of this type takes place. Although the we as human beings can't fathom why an evil heart and mind should be able to destroy the good in mankind, we must trust that God will heal and protect all of those damaged by this senseless loss.

May He also bring a swift and deserving justice to the one who has forever changed and cheated us all so much by his criminal actions and the subsiquent loss of a honest heart and a protecting spirit.

Rest in peace my brother in arms, you will never be forgotten here in the hearts and minds of those you knew best.

Officer Lee Hancock
Ft. Lauderdale Police Dept.

September 16, 2011

Rest in Peace Brother. My prayers are with you and your family. I also prayed for your fellow officers in your department.

Sgt. Reuben C. Black
Barnwell Police Dept.

September 16, 2011

My wife and I want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with Sergeant Szczerba's family, friends, co-workers, and agency. Rest In Peace Sergeant Szczerba, we'll carry on for you…

SGT Mike Allen (Retired)
California Highway Patrol

September 16, 2011

I am so saddend to read what happened to you, Sergeant. And my heart is crying for you and your family. May you watch over them now guide them for this is the worst experience they will ever go thru. I know you can do it as my husband helped me from beyond.
I salute you, and I thank you for your dedication kind Sir.

Lisa from Western MA.
Caring supporter of all Officers and their Families

September 16, 2011

May God Bless You and Your Family.

M/Cpl Paul D. Kuntzi
Dover Police Motor Unit

September 16, 2011

God bless the family of this fallen hero. RIP sir, you will not be forgotten.

Trooper Bryan Horst
Maryland State Police

September 16, 2011

It always saddens me deeply to hear of an officer killed in the line of duty. May prayers and love help heal the emptiness for this Officers Family, friends and other Officers who served with him.

It hurts my heart so very much that public servants put their lives on the line everyday and can lose their lives protecting the lives and safety of others. All citizens of every should feel this loss as deeply.

citizen
Bernville, PA

September 16, 2011

Joe, you will never be forgotten. You were a wonderful person and a talented police officer. You taught me alot while we worked in CI's. My heart goes out to your wife and family. RIP BROTHER IN BLUE.

Retired Cpl Connie Jackson
New Castle County Police Dept

September 16, 2011

Our entire Unit sends our prayers to the family of Sgt. Szczerba and our support to the NCCPD. Your bravery, dedication to duty, and your service to this Country, will always be honored. RIP brother Joe .

Commander Griffin / MPS DOPS
OIG Spec Ops / Airport Security Div.

September 16, 2011

My deepest condolences to the family and to the New Castle County Police Dept. May you find peace in your grief. God bless all.

Major Wesley D. Leverette, Retired
DeKalb Co. Police Dept.,Decatur,GA.

September 16, 2011

Praying for friends and family to comfort you. Faith, hope and strength to help ease your sadness . Loving memories to carry you through. May you find peace in your grief. God bless all.

R.I.P. Sgt. Joe. You paid the ultimate sacrifice. Heaven is your reward. God will open His welcoming arms to you and say "A job well done, My Son.

Major Wesley D. Leverette, Retired
DeKalb Co. Police Dept.,Decatur,GA.

September 16, 2011

God Bless and Rest In Peace Sgt. Szczerba. All prayers and condolences go out to his family, his department and the entire law enforcement community.

Tpr. Norm Fedder
Pa State Police

September 16, 2011

May God give you strength and peace during this most terrible time. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and colleagues over these next days, weeks and months.

Sharon, MD
Fellow Citizen

September 16, 2011

So sorry to hear of the tragic passing of Sgt Szczerba. My deepest condolences to everyone who knew and loved him. Thank you for your serving Sgt Szczerba. RIP.

Helene pawlikowski
civilian

September 16, 2011

Praying for friends and family to comfort you. Faith, hope and strength to help ease your sadness and memories to carry you through. May you find peace in your grief. God bless.

Major Wesley D. Leverette, Retired
DeKalb Co. Police Dept.,Decatur,GA.

September 16, 2011

Gods Speed SGT Szczerba...my deepest condolences to your family and brothers and sisters who proudly served with you. May the blessings of loving memories carry you through this difficult time and knowing that SGT Szczerba is standing watch over all of us at the side of the Lord. Gods Speed SGT..... Time to Rest....We'll Take It From Here....EOW 15Sept11

Patrolman Dennis J Smith
Northampton Police Department

September 16, 2011

Hearts are weeping for your loss all over America today.
My deepest condolences to Sergeant Szczerba's family and his fellow officers. May swift justice prevail.

citizen
Alabama

September 16, 2011

So saddened to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.

Reserve Officer Gary Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

September 16, 2011

To ALL OF NEW CASTLE POLICE:
On behalf of my family to your family i like to offerd my deepest condolence to your department.
May god always watch over you in these days ahead.
We will pray for you and everybody and the officer's family.
God BLESS
AND STAY SAFE

Bill Derrickson
nephew of a fallen officer

September 16, 2011

Joe,

Your men and women responded courageously to the call, but of course, they would have followed you anywhere. I know you are proud. It was a true testament to the leader and man that you were. Thank you for all the wisdom and knowledge you shared with me. I already miss you deeply. What I would give to hear you say 385 on the radio again. I am sure you are watching over and protecting us. RIP 385

Sgt. T. McDermott
New Castle County Police
E Squad

Sgt. T. McDermott

September 16, 2011

Rest in Peace...

Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

September 16, 2011

Rest in peace my Brother

Deputy S. Yates
Covington County Sheriff Dept. (Ms.)

September 16, 2011

I pray for your family, and for all the wonderful men and women who serve and protect the state of Delaware, and other states nationwide. We in North Carolina thank you for your devotion and service, and for your sacrifice. God bless you, and those who mourn your loss.

Nancy Clark Dickson
Aunt of other first responders in DE

September 16, 2011

You can shed tears that he is gone, or you can smile because he has lived.You can close your eyes and pray that he'll come back, or you can open your eyes and see all he's left. Your heart can be empty because you can't see him, or you can be full of the love you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live... yesterday, or you... can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. You can remember him only that he is gone, or you can cherish his memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back. Or you can do what he'd want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.

RIP Sergeant Szczerba

Lisa
Delaware Citizen

September 16, 2011

Rest In Peace Brother.

Officer R. Bellamy
San Bernardino PD

September 16, 2011