Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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 Ranger Anderson. 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 Margaret she sounds like she was a great woman with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew her 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 Margaret's life and the WOMAN that she was. Remember that Margaret's life was about so much more than the way she died. Margaret will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember her.

Ranger Anderson, 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 nine years and he's still very much missed and forever loved.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

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

February 6, 2012

Rest in peace.

May god bless you and your family

C Weaver
Grieving Citizen

February 5, 2012

Father God, bless this HERO Officers family with strength, peace, and comfort, that only YOU can provide. Bless the Department family as they cope with the loss. Be there, Lord, as they cry out to You in the midnight hour. Cause them to know that You are there and will never leave their side. I paise You and honor You, Lord, for hearing this prayer. In Jesus' Matchless Name, Amen.

Michael Cubberly, Disabled / Retired - HCDOC
Member: Honor Legion Police Departments of the State of NJ

February 4, 2012

Met some of your co-workers over the weekend in Amboy, CA. They were wearing their black band over their stars. I told them about this site and they said they had no internet, so I wanted to let you know that you are not forgotten and you are missed.

I pray for your family. RIP my sister

Sgt. Maryann Poni
San Francisco Sheriiff
Auntie of Officer Isaac Espinoza
EOW: April 10, 2004

Sgt. MaryAnn Poni

February 1, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to you, your family and friends. You had the watch and were struck down by a person who himself had nothing for life. You gave the ultimate sacrifice. We are all saddened, but are very proud of you. You are a hero. YOU ARE GONE, BUT WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN. Allow us to carry on your watch. Rest in peace, Sister.

Bill Horn, Senior Master Police Officer
Fairfax County Police(VA), Motor Squad
Fomer NPS LEO, Yosemite

February 1, 2012

Today we remove the mourning bands from our badges, but we will continue to remember you daily while peforming our job as park rangers. You made us so proud, Ranger Anderson! Rest in peace and please keep watch over all of us, just as you did in life.

Sarah Kimball, U.S. Park Ranger
National Park Service

February 1, 2012

Rest well, Ranger Anderson, your watch is done. May your family find comfort during their time of grief.

Civilian

January 29, 2012

Rest In Peace Park Ranger Margaret Anderson. Your children will hold you close to their hearts forever. We never met, but I pray for your family and freinds in this time of sorrow.

Crystal

January 27, 2012

May Saint Michael lead you into paradise.
May those who have gone before you welcome you into their arms and take you to the throne of GOD.
Rest in Peace my Sister.

Ptl,Thomas West
McKeesport Pa. PD

January 24, 2012

Rest In Peace Sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.

Sgt. Jarrod Wilson / K9 Officer
West Virginia Division Of Corrections

January 24, 2012

Rest in peace my Sister!
"Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9

Jack Garcia, Retired FBI
FBI

January 23, 2012

The lost of a loved one is something that no one would ever want to experience...dearest sympathy to the family and friends Park Ranger Margaret Anderson.. may these words bring you added comfort ..It is written ...The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul; He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me...23 Psalms...

SGT.Danny Ewing
Someone who cares
January 20, 2012

SGT. DANNY EWING
Kansas Department of Corrections

January 20, 2012

You and your family are in my prayers. God Bless you and give you enternal life there is the spirit world! Amen

Violet Turlington
former Mtn Rainer employee, and Pinkerton Security Guard

January 20, 2012

Hey Margaret, we never met, but I feel I know at least a part of you, the part that choose to help protect Parks as your career. Parks, visitors and supporters are eternally greatful for your work, and the sacrifice you made. Rest in Peace.

Brett Yeates, Park Ranger
BC Parks

January 19, 2012

R. I. P.

K Brooks
Houston Police Dept...

January 18, 2012

Thank you for your service, you will always watch over the mountains. and god will watch over you and yours E.O.W January 1, 2012

U.S. Park Ranger Joe Bruck
North cascades National Park

January 18, 2012

May god bless the childern, family and friends of Park Ranger Anderson. She made the ultimate sacrifice trying to keep the guests in Mount Rainier National Park safe and free from any danger. She shall never be forgotten, RIP Park Ranger Anderson.

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

January 18, 2012

May God please bless the family, friends and co-workers of Park Ranger Margaret Anderson and bring them comfort, peace and the strength to carry on in the face of adversity....

R.L. Crosby
U.S. Army Veteran

January 18, 2012

Thank you for you servise to our nations public lands. You made the ultimate sacrifice protecting the visitors of our national parks and I thank you for that. RIP

Park Ranger Michael
Minnesota Park Ranger (seasonal)

January 18, 2012

On behalf of Support 1, we are truly saddened by the loss of this officer. We hope that this officer's family, friends, and co-workers are lifted up during this difficult time. Thank you for your service, Park Ranger Margaret Anderson.

SSG Chris Chavous
Aiken County Sheriff's Office (SC)
Founder and Chair of Support1

January 17, 2012

A sad, sad day for all. My prayers are with all those involved and the family of Margaret Anderson. May she live on in our hearts forever.

Mary Dyer, LE Park Ranger
Cuyahoga Valley National Park

January 16, 2012

Whatever our duty, or wherever we serve, we are all brothers and sisters in this most honorable calling. We have lost yet another sister who we must never forget.

My deepest sympathy to both her family and her police family. My thoughts and prayers are with them. May she rest in eternal peace.

Sgt. Tom Waller, Cincinnati P.D., Ret.
Greater Cincinnati Police Historical Society

January 16, 2012

God Bless you and watch over your family. As a Police Officer and mother of two myself, I know the daily struggles of balancing work and home. Though I didn't know you, I know you did your best at both jobs. It may have seemed sometimes like your hard work was without thanks on both ends, however, know that it wasn't. Your selflessness is remarkable and those who knew and loved you won't forget. My heart goes out to the family.

P.O. Jennifer Gant #304
Long Branch Police Dept, Long Branch NJ

January 15, 2012

To all of Park Ranger Margaret Anderson's family, co-workers and friends, my sincere condolences. The National Park Service is a National Treasure because of its staff, current and fallen. Thank you all.

Robert Alverson
US Citizen

January 15, 2012

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Park Ranger Margaret Anderson and the US Department of the Interior - National Park Service during this time. Thank you, Officer Anderson, for your service.

Staff
National Police Wives Association

January 13, 2012