New York State Police, New York
End of Watch Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Reflections for Trooper David W. Cunniff
I feel how weak and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tendering you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the Republic they died to save. I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom.
Yours, very sincerely and respectfully,
Abraham Lincoln
Sergeant Eric Kemmer #142
Nevada Highway Patrol
December 18, 2013
Trooper Cunniff thank you for your service and rest in peace Brother. We will take the watch from here.
For Amy, Caleb, Zachary, the entire Cunniff and Hobson families and our brothers and sisters of the New York State Police our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. David was a true hero.
Niskayuna PBA
Niskayuna, NY
December 18, 2013
Trooper Cunniff. Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice. May you rest in peace knowing that you served your nation well. I pray that God comfort your wife, sons, family and friends at this difficult time. Rest in Peace, Hero.
Noranne Stubbs Lenox
Arizona Department of Public Safety
December 18, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
David is watching from Heaven standing next to the Son.
Although I never met him, we went to the same school (SCS) and also went to Grace for a while, as well as First Pres.
May Gods peace find you, easing the pain knowing you will see him again soon.
In Christ,
Sgt. Geoffrey Bullock
Galway Police Department
December 18, 2013
The worst time of year for this type of thing, not that there is a good time. For all the time you spent protecting the people of New York, I thank you. Your family at work but most especially your family at home is in my prayers. So long as you are kept near in their hearts and minds, you will never truly be gone.
God Bless and may you forever Rest in Peace, Brother.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.
December 18, 2013
God's peace to the Cunniff family.
Detective Sgt.(Retired) L.A. Marotta
Clearwater Police Department
December 18, 2013
"To know that even one life has breathed easier because you have lived, this is to have succeeded" - Ralph Waldo Emerson.
Obviously you have made thousands people live easier just by the profession you chose. God Bless you, your family, police family and friends.
Pat
civilian
December 18, 2013
You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. With deepest sympathy,
Rita Rocker, Director
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles
December 18, 2013
So Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and fellow troopers.
Steve Lane Jr
Brother of David J Lane EOW 11/4/09
December 18, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the dear family and friends of Trooper David Cunniff. 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
December 18, 2013
So sorry for your loss, my god bless your family. Rest in Peace
Clerk
Billerica Police Department
December 18, 2013
To the family, friends and coworkers. I am very sorry for the loss of Trooper Dunniff. May our Lord continue to bless you in these times. I will be praying that the Lord keep you guys near and protected. Brother thanks for a job well done, you rest and relax. Paul and son Dylan Stokes
TFC PAUL STOKES # 801
GA. STATE PATROL
December 18, 2013
Rest in peace, sir, and thank you for your service.
Tom
Grateful NY citizen
December 18, 2013
Our hearts and prayers are with Tpr. Cunniff's family and with our brothers and sisters of the NYSP.
Lt. Andy Carrier #53
Georgia State Patrol
December 18, 2013
Thank-you for your brave service ti the State of New York. We will always pray and keep your family close to our heart. Rest in Peace.
1st Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Department
December 18, 2013
Rest easy brother, you have stood your watch with pride and professionalism. Go to the promised place where you can look down to see your brothers continue what you have started. Thank you for your service. May the light of Christ ease the pain on the ones you have loved, and those who have loved you in return.
Sean D. Creamer; Chief (ret)
TPSU; New Bern, NC
December 18, 2013
Rest in Peace Brother
Lt. A. Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.
December 18, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss.
Michelle - wife of US Marshal
December 18, 2013
Thank you for your service Trooper Cunniff. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace...
Chief Joseph A. Edwards
Columbia Police Department, IL
December 18, 2013
Rest easy my Brother. May God hold you and comfort your Family. We'll take it from here.
Lieutenant M. Luongo
Port Authority Police Department
December 18, 2013
Godspeed Dave, you will be missed.
Trooper SP Auburn
New York State Police
December 18, 2013
Trooper Cunniff: As one of New York State's "Finest" you served to keep us safe.
God Bless You, your family and colleagues, and the community in which you served.
Pat Walker
St. Paul's Law Enforcement Ministry, Lewiston, New York
December 18, 2013
May God bless you, your family, and the New York State Police.
Ret Cpl. Millard (Buddy) Bell
Maryland State Police
December 18, 2013
The thin blue line just got a little thinner. We who have served know your value. Rest in Peace.
PO John T Bordas , Ret.
Westchester County Police
December 18, 2013
May God put his loving arms around your wife and children giving them comfort, peace and understanding during this sad time.
Major Walter R. Landrum (retired 2012)
Public Safety Bainbridge, Ga.
December 18, 2013
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