Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"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."
Author Unknown

Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell Police Department (WY)

May 5, 2013

Rest in Peace

1st Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police, Maryland

May 3, 2013

RIP Brother. You will not be forgotten. We will see you again.

PO E.A.D.
RCSO

April 30, 2013

God bless you My Brother.

Officer J. Craven
Silver Spring Township (PA) Police Dept.

April 30, 2013

Rest in Peace, Brother. Thank you for your service.

Sgt. Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Dept (Michigan)

April 28, 2013

Deepest sympathy and prayers to the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Hanna. RIP Brother.

Sgt J Walter
Richmond PD Virginia

April 28, 2013

Godspeed Brother...You died fighting the good fight and for that we are eternally grateful...

Godspeed...

POI K. Jarrell
HPPD

April 27, 2013

I have laid down my life in service to all of you.
I have been a part of the fabric that has held the line between your safety and your victimization. I have given my life so that others may live in peace. I have lived my life as a dedicated member of the greatest profession. There is no greater honor.

As I now become a part of the rich history of law enforcement, please remember me always for I have left behind those who loved and depended upon me.
My partners and my agency, please remember my family, their loss, and don’t let time soften your compassion for them.

You guard the gate now and I will continue my watch from above.

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND MAY YOUR FAMILY FIND COMFORT IN THE GOOD YOU HAVE DONE HERE ON EARTH.

Doug Gist, Captain (ret) Washoe SO
Silver State National Peace Officers Museum

April 27, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the dear family and friends of Deputy Hanna. God Bless him for his service and sacrifice he made to keep others safe. Rest in Peace sir, you will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, NC

April 26, 2013

Rest in peace blue brother.

Deputy T. Luttrell
WCSD-TN

April 26, 2013

To the family and friends of Deputy Douglas Hanna and his fellow deputies:

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Douglas died.

To Douglas' family, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Deputy Hanna gave to his community and the citizens of Oklahoma, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on April 21, 2013.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

April 26, 2013

My prayers and thoughts are with the Reeve family and his brother officers.

Corrections officer
Allegheny County Bureau Of Corrections

April 25, 2013

My thoughts are with you, your family and police family.
Thank you for your service.

Brother of Jeremy Chambers
EOW 04-24-2006

Chris Chambers
Saint Louis County Police Dept

April 25, 2013

The 51st Basic Detention Officer Training Academy sends our deepest and most heart felt condolences to the Family, Friends, and Co-workers of Deputy Hanna

During this time, hold on to the memories and good times shared as a source of comfort. Be ever mindful of the pride he embraced when wearing his uniform. R.I.P., Deputy Douglas Leon Hanna.

Respectfully Submitted,

Lt. Alicia S. McKinney & the Cadets of B.D.O.T. Academy 51
Durham County Sheriff's Office
Durham, NC

Lt. Alicia S. McKinney
Durham County Sheriff's Office

April 25, 2013

Family, Co-Workers and Friends - We hope knowing you are thought of in a kind and loving way will help ease your sorrow and bring peace to you today and in the days to come.

Rita Rocker, Director
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

April 25, 2013

God Bless Deputy Sheriff Douglas Hanna, his family and the men and women of the Washita County, OK, Sheriff's Office.

Arthur R Spafford Jr, Special Agent, Ret
Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS)

April 25, 2013

Rest in peace Deputy Hanna, and thank you sir for a job well done. We will never forget the HEROES who gave their all for us, and you sir are a hero...

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

April 25, 2013

Condolences to your family and co-workers, RIP.

Police Officer
Byram Police Deprtment, NJ

April 25, 2013

Deputy Doug Hanna was not only a partner and friend, he was a brother. He is now partoling the streets of gold, and I look forward to the day that I can once again patrol with my brother. Rest in peace Doug, I will keep it going til I see you again!

Deputy Joe Janz
Washita County Sheriff Office

April 24, 2013

RIP Brother

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

April 24, 2013

May the peace of Christ be with your family, friends& the Department. Sir, ou were a hero!

Mother of a Sargeant
Colorado Springs Police Department

April 24, 2013

Rest in Peace Sir......................

Offc. Thomas Wiederhold Ret.
Fort Worth PD, Texas

April 24, 2013

Rest in peace brother

Lieutenant Lance Greene
Georgia State Patrol

April 24, 2013

Your work is done here on Earth - Heaven has called upon you today, leaving so many words left to say. But now it's too late, for your time has come, words unspoken; I am sure everybody has some. Regrets and wishes are probably there too, but lasting forever are memories of you.
There have been many times that we waved to each other, but we were there for each other in time of need. Now it's time for us to say Good-Bye, until we meet again in heaven to fly. Now go and Patrol the Heavens Above and Watch Below those you Love. Thank you for your service.

Retired TFC Divita Washington
Maryland State Police

April 24, 2013

Brother in Blue…thank you for your service to the citizens of this great country and to our heavenly father. May your family and friends never forget your sacrifice and may you rest in peace. You will be missed.

Lt. Rick Neumann
Springdale Police Dept.

April 24, 2013