Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My sincere condolences to his family and colleagues. From Spain a fellow of the Guardia Civil.

Tú nos dijiste que la muerte
no es el final del camino,
que aunque morimos no somos,
carne de un ciego destino.

Tú nos hiciste, tuyos somos,
nuestro destino es vivir,
siendo felices contigo,
sin padecer ni morir.

Cuando la pena nos alcanza
por un compañero perdido,
cuando el adiós dolorido
busca en la Fe su esperanza.

En Tu palabra confiamos
con la certeza que Tú
ya le has devuelto a la vida,
ya le has llevado a la luz.
Ya le has devuelto a la vida,
ya le has llevado a la luz

Cuando, Señor, resucitaste,
todos vencimos contigo
nos regalaste la vida,
como en Betania al amigo.

Si caminamos a tu lado,
no va a faltarnos tu amor,
porque muriendo vivimos
vida más clara y mejor.

You told us that death
not the end of the road,
that although we are not die,
flesh of a blind fate.

You made us, we are yours,
our destiny is to live,
being happy with you,
without suffering or dying.

When the penalty reaches us
for a lost companion,
when the pain goodbye
searches Faith hope.

In Your word trust
with the certainty that you
and have you back to life,
and you've been light.
You've already brought back to life,
and you've been light

When, Lord, rose again,
beat you all
you gave us life,
as in Bethany's friend.

If we walk by your side,
will not fail us your love,
because dying live
clearer and better life.

Guardia Civil
Guardia Civil

June 29, 2013

Rest in peace my brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and the Scott County Sheriff's Office.

James J. Scanlon (CPD Retired)
North American SWAT Training Assoc.

June 29, 2013

To the family and friends of Sheriff Cody Carpenter and to his deputies:

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Cody died trying to save others.

To Cody's 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 Sheriff Carpenter gave to his community and the citizens of Arkansas, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on May 31, 2013.

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

June 27, 2013

Rest In Peace....

John Ruth, AEMD Comm. Specialist
MOMR, Farmers Branch,TX

June 26, 2013

Thank you for your service Sheriff Carpenter. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace...

Chief Joseph A. Edwards
Columbia Police Department, IL

June 24, 2013

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Sheriff Cody Carpenter and the Scott County Sheriff's Office during this time. Thank you, Sheriff Carpenter, for your service.

Staff
National Police Wives Association

June 22, 2013

"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, Wy Police Department

June 20, 2013

Officer Campora,

You are alive and well in the presence of God.

To Your Family,

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray, “Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, family and loving, caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name, Amen”

I have lifted you and your family to God every morning for the past two years. Feel those prayers. God is with you, He knows and will ease your pain.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

June 17, 2013

May you rest in Peace.

Sgt Gavin F. Price II ( RET )
esacmbia county sheriffs dept

June 12, 2013

I will remember you. Another hero gone home to the Father. Let us not forget what this hero's sacrifice paid for these people, for all people, the right to live. The currency for that payment, was his own life, his blood. As the Bible said, greater love has no man than this, that he lay down his life for those he loves, and this sheriff proved it to the last.

Shayne T. Pendrick-Firefighter (Probate)
Lake Desolation Volunteer Fire Company

June 12, 2013

This man was a hero, a selfless caring community contributor & obviously a great man. God bless the family, friends & those lucky nough to know him.

Mother of a Sgt
Colorado Springs PD

June 10, 2013

It was an honor to personally know Joel Campora and work for Cody Carpenter. They both served with honor and they both led by example. They were the kind of men that made you want to be led by them. They would never ask their fellow man, be they officer or otherwise, to do anything that they were not willing to do themselves first. They were humble men who were of the people and served the Lord. During my first job interview with Cody he said "I don't want you to call me sheriff or Mr. Carpenter or Sheriff Carpenter or anything like that, I just want you to call me Cody". That is how Cody was. He had a special way of making everyone feel like they mattered to him whether he just met them or knew them for a lifetime. Cody and Joel both cared for everyone and tried to make a positive impact on the lives of the people that they met. I will forever mourn their deaths, celebrate their lives and do my best to honor the memories of these courageous men. Rest in peace my fallen brothers.

Jailer Brandon Hargis
Scott County Detention Center

June 10, 2013

Thank you for your service and unselfish sacrifice for your fellow man! You belong to HIM now and forever! May your family and friends find comfort and peace in that fact. God Bless!

Rev. Steven R. Closs, D.D.
Retired Captain, Nashua Police Department, Nashua, NH

June 9, 2013

Thank you for your Service and for protecting the citizens!

Goerres Laurent
Firefighter of Bissen (Luxembourg)

June 9, 2013

Thanks for your service Sheriff Carpenter! God's Speed!

Jeff Leonard
Concerned citizen

June 8, 2013

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE,

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

June 7, 2013

Thank you for your service and for helping to make America a safer place.

Detective Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office, CO

June 7, 2013

R.I.P. Sheriff Carpenter, we're keeping you, your family, and all our brothers and sisters with the Scott County Sheriff's Department in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you and keep you in his loving care, as we remain " Standing Tall For Those Who Have Fallen "

Corporal James Barth
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard, Tampa, Fl.

June 7, 2013

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

June 7, 2013

Brother in Blue...You made the ultimate sacrifice when you suited up and started your tour of duty. May your family, friends and co-workers find peace during this time of mourning. Godspeed Brother. Please walk the beat of Heaven and keep an eye on us.

POI K. Jarrell
HPPD

June 6, 2013

Expressing deepest sympathy and hoping you find comfort in knowing we care.

Rita Rocker, Director
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

June 6, 2013

I have to say this Sheriff and the Game Warden are very honorable. These are exactly the examples to all of us and all officers. I honor them and salute them both. We lost two great and honorable men and we should all mention that. I did not know them but I will remember this in their honor.

Airman First Class
188 Air Wing Security Forces

June 5, 2013

ON BEHALF OF THE STARK COUNTY SHERIFF AND ITS HONOR GUARD, WE WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND OUR CONDOLENSES. YOU COMPLETED YOUR TOUR HERE ON EARTH WELL. MAY GOD BLESS YOU SIR.

Stark County Sheriff's Office
Deputy CD Newman
Honor Guard Compliance Officer

June 4, 2013

Rest in peace Brother...thank you so much for your dedication and willingness to help your fellow man. We will not forget.

LE Brothers and Sisters
Fort Smith Police Department, Fort Smith, AR

June 4, 2013

With sympathy and respect for the loss of a Sheriff who truly wanted to serve and protect. Condolences to Cody's family and law enforcement family.

Agent Linda Card
Arkansas Tobacco Control, Enforcement Division

June 4, 2013