Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Praying for your family and coworkers. Thank you for your service. Rest In Peace

Maxine, mother of
Deputy Josh Rutherford EOW 5/29/03

September 9, 2021

Rest in peace and always know that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

September 9, 2020

Sergeant O'Rourke will never be forgotten. His bravery and dedicated service forever honored. Thoughts are with his family, friends, and colleagues always but especially today.

Surviving parent G Birkholz
Officer Craig Birkholz EOW 3/20/2011 Fond du Lac PD

September 9, 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 17, 2018

It’s been almost six years. I miss you every single day. Thanks for being the best father your bean could ask for. I hope I can make you proud.

Eileen O’Rourke
Daughter

June 28, 2018

Rest in peace Brother. Your family is in our families prayers.

My faithful servant.
You were called upon to serve others.
You were asked to see, what no man should ever have to see.
To go through, what no man should ever have to go through.
But you did so with pride, honor, and integrity.

My faithful servant.
You were called upon to defend those, who could not defend themselves.
To provide justice to those, who did not respect it.
To lay down your life, if the time called for it.
Again, you did not question what was asked of you.
You did it with love, compassion, and loyalty.

My faithful servant.
In times of adversity, you prayed for strength.
In times of triumph, you praised your Lord.
You served your Country, State, and city proud.
Your service will forever be remembered by the many lives you’ve touched.

My faithful servant.
When your service on this earth is finally complete.
I will welcome you home with open arms.
I will embrace you and proclaim,
“Well done thou good and faithful servant.”


Rest in Peace my brother...you will never be forgotten.

Lt Phillip Howell
Burton Fire and Rescue

September 10, 2017

Rest in Peace Officer O'Rourke.

"Blue Lives matter"

Steve Van Slyke, retired K9 handler
El Cajon Police Dept

September 9, 2016

It's 2½ years since I lost the best son a man could dream of having. The WBPD is our extended family forever more.
When I see an Officer doing his or her job I no longer see a "Cop". I see someone's Son or Daughter and say a prayer their safety.

Daniel O'Rourke
Father

March 28, 2015

I knew him personally, he came to my school to talk about safety, I follwed the story until the end. When he was killed, I couldn't bear having him dead. I donated a lot to the fund that was made for his memorial. God bless you, and I hope you rest in peace brother. Thank you.

Noah A. Pearlman Explorer Col.
Oakland County Sheriff

September 30, 2014

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones. Continue to keep watch over all of them and those still out on patrol. You will never be forgotten.

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

September 10, 2014

Bob, we were honored to meet you at the Parent's Retreat. Thank you for your service and the supreme sacrifice of your son. May God richly bless you.................

Arlene O'Rourke
Mother of Sgt. Patrick John O'Rourke........E.O.W. 9/9/12

November 7, 2013

I had the privilege of meeting your parents at the COPS Parents retreat this past weekend, two wonderful people. I know that they think of you every day and will continue to keep your memory alive. Keep watch over them, wrap your wings around them and help them with their grief. Thank you for your service to law enforcement and for your bravery and know you will never be forgotten.

"If people we love are stolen from us, the way to have them live on is to never stop loving them. Buildings burn, people die, but real love is forever. Author Unknown

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

October 29, 2013

My heart still breaks for Amy and the kids. Patty you Loved and Married a strong lady!! God Bless them and may you be enjoying the beauties of heaven with our heavenly Father!

Special Agent
Gods Army

September 10, 2013

Then, and now, it brings me great peace of mind knowing that you and your brothers and sisters in WBPD stood watch over my family when I couldn't be there.

Let me say once again, thank you, God Bless and God Speed. You and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Special Agent
DHS

September 9, 2013

I'm stopping in early to leave a reflection as I know all too well how hard it is to sit and read these tributes but we are honored that others stop and leave them for our loved ones who they know is a hero that they never met.
I ask that Patrick's Blue Brotherhood Family keep in touch with his loved ones and let them know that he has not been forgotten nor will that ever happen. He is a hero and true heroes never die. You will never be forgotten.

"Those we hold most dear never truly leave us.
They live on in the kindness they showed, the comfort
They shared and the love they brought into our lives."
by Northon

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

September 6, 2013

My faithful servant.
You were called upon to serve others.
You were asked to see, what no man should ever have to see.
To go through, what no man should ever have to go through.
But you did so with pride, honor, and integrity.

My faithful servant.
You were called upon to defend those, who could not defend themselves.
To provide justice to those, who did not respect it.
To lay down your life, if the time called for it.
Again, you did not question what was asked of you.
You did it with love, compassion, and loyalty.

My faithful servant.
In times of adversity, you prayed for strength.
In times of triumph, you praised your Lord.
You served your Country, State, and city proud.
Your service will forever be remembered by the many lives you’ve touched.

My faithful servant.
When your service on this earth is finally complete.
I will welcome you home with open arms.
I will embrace you and proclaim,
“Well done thou good and faithful servant.”


Rest in Peace my brother...you will never be forgotten.

Sergeant Barton
Garden City PD

September 2, 2013

Always remembered & honored 4 his service & his ultimate sacrifice.

Joanie
Mother, daughter, sister & granddau. of LEO's

September 2, 2013

Always thinking of you. It is almost one year. Not a day goes by without you in our thoughts, our hearts and all around us. Thank you for watching us from above.

melissa clark

September 1, 2013

Eternal rest grant him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he and all the faithful departed, through Your mercy and grace, rest in peace... Amen...

Officer William J. Ferraro, #178
Florida Probation & Parole

July 8, 2013

Wearing his photo and badge number behind my badge this week in honor of his sacrifice. May god bless your beautiful family.

Patrol Officer
FMPD

May 13, 2013

On my way home today thought about you. Many the time you and WBPD stood the watch over my family while I was out doing my part. I took great comfort in the knowledge that you had my back at the house. Thanks will never be enough but here it is, thanks. Your service and your sacrifice will never be forgotten. We have the watch. Sleep safe in the arms of the Lord.

Special Agent 42
US DHS

May 8, 2013

Rest in peace brother; thank you for serving our beautiful Country as well as your community. God bless your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Brother, you died bravely and with dignity while striving to keep your community safe. My prayers are with you and the family you left behind. Again, thank you for your service. We will continue the watch from here

Officer Luis Sarmiento
El Paso Police Department

January 6, 2013

May God hold near those that give of themself for the safety of others!

Engineer / Patrick J. O'Rourke
DOD/SPAWAR Atlantic

January 3, 2013

As we start a new year(2013), your service and sacrifice will always be remembered.
Rest in Peace my Brother.

To my active duty Brothers and Sisters, PLEASE STAY SAFE!

Master Senior Investigator Cardell L. Dobbins #188 (Ret.)
Illinois Secretary of State Department of Police District 01, Region 01

January 1, 2013

Thank you Officer O'Rourke for your service. Your life was way too short. RIP officer.

Sharon L Marangoni
Berkeley, California PD, retired

January 1, 2013