Laguna Beach Police Department, California
End of Watch Saturday, September 21, 2013
Reflections for Police Officer Jon Steven Coutchie
Rest In Peace, Brother. Blessed are the Peace Keepers.
P.O. Randy Evans
Kansas City Missouri Police Department
Son of Patrolman Robert Wayne Evans
E.O.W 10/14/1971
HEROES LIVE FOREVER
September 23, 2013
So saddened to hear the news.
May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.
Reserve Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department
September 23, 2013
I remember when you first started at Laguna and told me your Army stories as I aspired to join the military. You were a great guy and I looked up to you while I worked there and after I left you still remained a good friend. I won't forget the times we shared at work and hanging out off duty. No one could ask for a better soldier or cop than you. I'm grateful that I was your friend and that I was able to learn from you wisdom and knowledge. You have changed my life and I strive each day to be more like you. I still can't believe you're gone. But you're in a better place. You'll never be forgotten brother and will be truly missed.
Officer C. Hazell
Costa Mesa Police Department, CA
September 23, 2013
Although we never met your bravery is one that inspires us in our criminal justice paths. It is a selfless act to decide to wear the badge with honor as you did. You may no longer be among one of our living heroes, but you will forever be in our thoughts. You corageously did what few can do. We think of you with respect and know it takes a strong person to be in the criminal justice field. You will live forever in those who knew your story and find inspiration in all you did. May you rest in peace and thank you for your service.
Capstone Class; A.R./B.C./A.Z/S.M.
Heald College Modesto Campus
September 23, 2013
RIP Officer Jon Coutchie.
Sincere condolences to your family & friends.
Sgt. Randy Keenan (Ret)
City of Alameda, CA Police Dept.
September 23, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and your fellow officers!
Bryce Stevenson
Son of Fallen Ceres Police Sergeant Howard Stevenson, EOW 010905
September 23, 2013
RIP Brother
Deputy Anita Price
Bexar County Sheriff's Office, San Antonio, Texas
September 23, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Jon Coutchie. Another Hero taken too soon. May God comfort you and your family as you go and touch the face of God.
Your honorable service and sacrifice and bravery to the citizens of Laguna Beach, California will not be forgotten. God Speed and God Bless. Rest in Peace Sir.
Final Salute
VIPS 750 Jeff Claybern
Alexandria Kentucky Police Department
September 23, 2013
GOD BLESS YOU, YOUR FAMILY, & FRIENDS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNSELFISH SERVICE.
James P. Waggle
Civilian
September 23, 2013
RIP brother. I pray God is with your family during this tough time.
Verion Coleman
September 23, 2013
God Bless and Godspeed.
Lisa B.
GEORGIA CIVILIAN LEO SUPPORTER
September 23, 2013
Rest in peace Officer Coutchie. My sincere condolences to your family and to your department. Godspeed as you now patrol the streets of gold.
TERRY F. ZECH(RET) VAPD
Veteran Affairs Police Dept, Detroit, MI
September 23, 2013
I have a special respect for motor officers. I know how dangerous a motorcycle can be (which is why I cannot bring myself to ride one) and yet how useful a tool they are, and how fun they are to ride for those who do. You have no doubt left a huge hole in many lives, one that can never be truly filled. All who know and love you most, are in my prayers.
God Bless and may you forever Rest in Peace, Brother.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.
September 23, 2013
Thank you Officer Coutchie for your service to your country and community, may you rest in peace. God bless your family, friends and department.
Deputy Albert Martinez III #2755
Bexar County Sheriff's Office
San Antonio, Texas
Nemo Me Impune Lacessit
September 23, 2013
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. You have served your time in hell, now rest comfortably in the arms of God. RIP, we’ll take it from here.
Capt. James Moore
Gardner, KS Police Dept.
September 23, 2013
Thank you for your service, and now your sacrifice. You are a true hero and we will press on in your memory.
Officer, Honor Guard Commander
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
September 23, 2013
RIP Officer Coutchie - 10-42. Prayers to the family and fellow Officers.
Det. JP McGrath(retired)
Schenectady Police Dept., NY
September 23, 2013
My hearfelt and sincere sympathy is with the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Coutchie.
Thank you for your service to our country and the citizens of Laguana Beach.
Your sacrifice will not be forgotten and you will be remembered as a TRUE HERO.
Gina Miller, Washington State Patrol
Surviving Fiance, Trooper Tony V. Radulescu 557WSP EOW 2-23-12
September 23, 2013
Rest in Peace, Officer Coutchie. God be with your family and your department during this terrible ordeal.
Communications Officer B. Jackson
Garza County Sheriff's Office, TX
September 23, 2013
Sincere thoughts and prayers for the family and coworkers of Officer Jon Coutchie. With deep gratitude for his dedicated service.
Chaplain Sam Faraone
El Paso TX Police Department
September 23, 2013
Rest in Peace Sir.................................................
Officer Thomas Wiederhold, Retired
Fort Worth PD, Texas
September 23, 2013
RIP, prayers for the family.
Sgt. Ron Cromer ( Retired )
Martin Co. Sheriff's Office, Florida
September 23, 2013
Jon,
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. You will not be forgotten.
Agent David Hanan
United States Border Patrol
September 23, 2013
RIP Brother.
H539
USBP
September 23, 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 Police Department, WY
September 23, 2013
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