Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

When God Made Police Officers...


When the Lord was creating police officers, he was into his sixth day of overtime when an Angel appeared and said, "You're doing a lot of fiddling around on this human model Lord."..."You look tired and frustrated".."Its only a police officer"..


And the Lord said, "Have you read the spec on this human, police model order?


A police officer has to be able to run miles through alleys in the dark. Scale walls, enter homes the health inspector wouldn't touch, fight with super human-stoned-on-drugs suspects and not wrinkle the uniform."


"A cop has to be able to sit in an undercover car all day on a stakeout, cover a bloody homicide scene that night, work with narcotics suspects, canvass the neighborhood for witnesses and testify in court the next day. after 3 hours sleep."


He has to be in top physical condition at all times, running on black coffee and half-eaten, fast-food meals.


And he has to have six pairs of hands."


The Angel shook her head slowly and said "Six pairs of hands...".." no way."


"Ummm, its not the hands that are causing me problems." Said the Lord, "its the three pairs of eyes a police officer has to have."


"That's quite a model human Lord?", said the Angel. The Lord nodded. "One pair that sees through a bulge in a pocket before he asks, "May I see what's in there, Sir?" "And finds a gun hidden away before he is killed"...


(When he already knows and wishes he'd taken that accounting job when he graduated from college.)


Another pair here in the side of his head for his partner's safety. And another pair of eyes here in front that can look reassuringly at a bleeding victim and say, "You'll be all right ma'am, when he knows it isn't so."


"Lord." said the Angel, touching his sleeve, "Rest and work on this tomorrow.".."its too tough"..


"I can’t.” said the Lord, "I already have a model that can talk a 250 pound drunk into a patrol car without incident and it can feed a family of five on a civil service paycheck." The Angel circled the model of the police officer very slowly, looking at the fine details the Lord was including. The model looked strong, smart, even dedicated.


"Can it think?" she asked."..."You bet" said the Lord, "My police officer model can tell you the elements in a hundred crimes; recite Miranda warnings to remain silent;; investigate, search and arrest a gang member on the street in FAR less time that it takes five learned judges to debate the legality of the vehicle stop/search that my new cop will make"..."And it still keeps it's sense of humor."..


"This police officer I'm making also has phenomenal personal control"..." He can deal with crime scenes painted by Hell, coax a confession from a child abuser, not hurt a criminal by using his brains and mouth, comfort a murder victim's family, and then read in the daily News how law enforcement isn't sensitive to the rights of criminal suspects."


Finally, the Angel bent over and ran her finger across the cheek of the model
Police Officer God had made and said,. "There's a leak Lord."she pronounced... "I told you that you were trying to put too much into this model, trying too hard."


"That's not a leak," said the Lord, "It's a tear."..


"What's the tear for?" asked the Angel....


The Lord said, "It's for bottled up emotions, for fallen comrades, for commitment to the gold or silver badge the officer wears and for that piece of red, white and blue cloth called the American Flag, a flag for global justice."


"You're a genius Lord", said the Angel. "Even the tears too"...


The Lord looked somber. "I didn't put the tears there." he said, "They just appeared on their own, actually just a few minutes ago".."It must be a premonition of times to come"...? "Even I don't know how to control that"...!


...Author Unknown...

Sgt. Randy Keenan / Ret.
Alameda, CA Police Dept.

January 6, 2012

Of all the duties I've had to perform in my career, nothing was more difficult or more painful than knocking on the door of the parents of a fallen agent and giving them that news.

To Daniel's family and friends, we share your grief. We understand that, at any moment, it could be our family, our spouse, or our parents receiving that knock on the door. John 15:13

A Friend
DEA

January 6, 2012

"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
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 awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just 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 unmanly tears.

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 had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."

Lauren, Ca
Family of LEO

January 6, 2012

My prayers are with Danny's family and his beloved ones to find comfort and peace, he always was and is a great man, a gentleman. I couldn't have the chance to say how much I appreciate him, and valued his friendship. I know that he will keep working helping others in the place he is now. He was a man of faith and did the right with the people he knew and the unknown as well. It was an honor to was his friend and spent some time in the past talking with him. I know many people will miss your kindness and sense of humor, nice smile, and kind heart.

Rest in Peace my dear friend, We'll miss you.

Kathy
Friend

January 5, 2012

To Danny's family,

I had the honor to meet Danny when he trained at Quantico. He is a true hero....Danny served God and country and it is no surprise that he gave his life trying to save a stranger...he did not run from danger but ran to it, risking his own life...that is what a warrior does....

My prayers are with all of you...

SSA Vic Treadway
FBI

January 5, 2012

Our prayers go out to the family of our fellow Agent. Your bravery and service to this Country will always be honored.
RIP brother Danny.

Commander Griffin / MPS DOPS
OIG / Spec Ops

January 4, 2012

My sincere condolences to Agent Knapp's family and friends. May you rest in peace Agent Knapp, we thank you for your service, patriotism, and heroism. God Bless

SA Ozden
FBI

January 4, 2012

To witness true heroes is a chance that many don't get and we have been blessed with your life Danny. I was honor that you were dating my sister and I which I could have spend sometime with you. I can't wait to meet with you on the flip side my brother! I can only pray that others will rise up and follow your example. Godspeed!

Ricardo Amaro
US Army, Ret.

January 4, 2012

The opportunity to witness a true hero comes once in a life time and some may never see one. I was honor that you were dating my sister! I which we could have spend some time together. You are missed. Can wait to meet you on the flip side! Godspeed my brother! Your acts will never be forgotten.

Ricardo Amaro
US ARMY, RET. (brother of fiancee)

January 4, 2012

It was a great gift to have known Danny. He was easy to talk to and just a great and humble man.

"And then shall it come to pass, that the spirits of those who are righteous are received into a state of happiness, which is called paradise, a state of rest, a state of peace, where they shall rest from their troubles and from all care, and sorrow."

-Alma 40:12

SA Scott Dahlstrom
FBI San Juan

January 4, 2012

On behalf of the 6,048 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Agent Knapp’s family as well as the members of the FBI. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

January 4, 2012

Your actions were very oourageous - RIP

Robina Browne, Hawaii
Mother to Dep. Sheriff D Browne Sanchez - EOW 2/10/2011

January 4, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! Thank you for your service!

Bryce Stevenson
Son of Fallen Ceres Police Sergeant Howard Stevenson, 010905

January 3, 2012

Thank you for your heroism and your courage. It is by God's good grace that others have not shared your fate. It is now by God's good grace that you will watch over all of us who stand a watch and protect the liberties for which you gave the ultimate sacrifice. My prayers go to your family and friends who will miss you until we all cross the bridge and are reunited.

Jeff Thornburg
FBI

January 3, 2012

An officer of the law is eternally on duty. . . thank you for your service, you will be missed. RIP

Chaplain SCG

January 3, 2012

RIP Brother

Deputy Anita Price
Bexar County Sheriff's Office, San Antonio, Texas

January 3, 2012

Our country lost a Hero in SA Danny Knapp, clearly dedicated to helpng others. Our prayers are with the Knapp family and friends. And we remain ever grateful for the very special men and women who step up to take on the jobs that watch over our country and us.

Judi Burns
Grateful American

January 3, 2012

Rest in peace, Special Agent Knapp. Thank you for your service to your fellow man. To the family, friends and extended law enforcement family of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, may you find comfort in knowing this man gave all for his fellow man.

Reserve Sgt. L. Brown
Rainier Police Department

January 3, 2012

Rest in peace SA Knapp, your service, dedication, and sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Linda Lamm - LEO wife and sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11.05.04

January 3, 2012

As you departed the bonds of this earth and touched the face of God, know that the service and dedication you had for your department, its fellow officers and the citizens of your community will never be forgotten. May God comfort in this time of sorrow your family, your fellow officers and all those whose lives you have touched. May you RIP brother, we’ll take it from here.

Captain James Moore
Gardner Police Department

January 3, 2012

Rest in peace Special Agent Knapp. Thank you for your dedication and committment to community service. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and fellow officers.

Sgt. Karen Wilkinson
Polk County Sheriff's Office, Des Moines, Ia

January 3, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and coworkers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas Kelly Senior Federal Air Marshal

January 3, 2012

Doing what we do!! Even off duty while on vacation!! Hero til the end!! RIP our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Chief William Baker
FBI LEOKA Instructor

January 3, 2012

Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.
(Revelation 14:13)

A Delgado
USDOJ-BOP

January 3, 2012

My deepest condolences to the family, members of the FBI, and those of this great country he served, at the loss of this Agent. May faith, family, friends and time join together to ease everyone’s pain at this time of loss.

While many other career choices were certainly available, this Agent chose to protect his fellow man, and for this we give everlasting thanks. As the Good Lord said, “Blessed are the Peacemakers.”

Thank you for your service, your convictions and moral character, as well as your devotion to duty. May you now rest in peace, knowing your fellow brothers and sisters will continue the Watch!

Rusty Featherstone, Asst. Dir. (Ret.)
Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, OSBI

January 3, 2012