Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service. As you join our brothers and sisters in the hall of heroes, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Ptlm Frank Kapusta
Mohawk PD

May 6, 2014

He went to work one morning and did not know
This shift he served would bring such sorrow
This call to duty would be his last
His time on earth is now his past
God set this day as his time to go
Rest in peace Officer German, now a hero
He gave the ultimate sacrifice
With integrity and pride he paid the price
His family, friends and colleagues will mourn
As an angel in heaven he is now reborn
His golden heart stopped beating
Hardworking hands at rest
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the very best.

Master Sergeant Retired Jane Hosteny
Illinois State Police

May 4, 2014

Rest in Peace, prayers for the family.

Deputy L. Barth
Taylor County Sheriff's Department

May 4, 2014

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO TO OUT TO THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY. A TRUE PUBLIC SERVANT. WE WILL NEVER FORGET. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.

Officer Edwin Lara / External Ops
Cook County Sheriffs Office, IL- Honor Guard

April 22, 2014

Rest In Peace Brother!

Captain Steve Yancey
Forest Hill Police Department, TX

April 22, 2014

To the family of Officer German, there are no words that really comfort, I know. Please just know how important your loved one was and how important he was. I am sure he was an excellent man and helped many people. I believe police are our first line of defense for this country. this may sound cruel, but to hear that the scum that shot him are dead makes me feel better. I wanted the same for my brothers killers, but they will die in prison instead. So please know that I pray for your comfort from the Lord and remember, he is a hero. A real one. It is written that the peacemakers will be called the Children of God. Remember that you shall all be together again soon.
Respectfully and with deepest sympathy, kim tagani

no rank-fl. resident& survivor
police friend

April 8, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to the dear family and friends of Officer German. God Bless him for his service and sacrifice he made so that others can live in peace. You will not be forgotten sir.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, NC

April 5, 2014

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Officer German was killed.

To the German family, fellow deputies, and all who call Robert beloved, 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 Officer German gave to his community and the citizens of Florida, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 22, 2014.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

April 5, 2014

RIP brother Robert.

May God bless and be with your family, co-workers and friends at this very difficult time.

Det. Bevenour
Gettysburg Police Department

April 3, 2014

Rest in eternal peace, Officer German, for we have the watch now. Your family and your brothers and sisters in uniform, our brothers and sisters, too, are in our thoughts and prayers. May they find comfort in remembrances of your dedication and service.

Deputy Warden Patricia Powers
Philadelphia Prison System

April 2, 2014

Rest in Peace Officer German 10-42.

Det. JP McGrath(retired)
Schenectady, NY

April 1, 2014

R.I.P Officer German... may God bless your family!!!

Deputy Santana
Manatee Sheriff Office

April 1, 2014

R.I.P. BROTHER German!!!

Nebraska Police Officer

March 31, 2014

This poem was written after getting my wife’s 19 years perspective of being a police officer’s wife.


“He Does it For You!”

He doesn’t do it for the money,
Cause surely there’s something better to do,
He says, “Someone has to do it!”
So really, he does it for you.

His eight to twelve hours is from call to call,
From a murder to a cat in a tree,
You say he’s never around when you really need him,
But without him, where would you be?

You curse him when you get a speeding ticket,
And scream there’s something better he could do,
But have you looked at how many deaths there are on the highways,
So really, he’s doing it for you.

He’s always seeing so much bad in the world,
He really doesn’t know what to do,
He wonders sometimes if it’s even worth it,
But he knows he has to do it for you.

Each day when he leaves for work,
And I always kiss him good-bye,
I don’t know if I’ll see him again,
Cause the day might be the day he dies.

So many times he comes home from work,
And I see a small tear in his eyes,
I ask him what is the problem dear?
And he says another innocent person has died.

You always say a cop isn’t human,
Cause at a tragedy he’s cool from the start,
But you don’t have to live with him,
And watch his mind and heart break apart.

I remember one hot June night at work,
His supervisor came, “Your husband’s been hurt!”, he said,
It was such a long ride to the hospital,
They wouldn’t say if he was alive or dead.

Crime is always on the increase,
The streets a battle ground,
And when one in “Blue” is slain,
At the funeral-taps will sound.

He’ll lay in a flagged draped coffin,
An honor for those who die for this land,
Just like the Army, Navy and Marines,
He died by the enemies hands.

Most ordinary citizens won’t be at the funeral,
But you’ll see plenty of people wearing blue,
You’ll see dozens of marked patrol cars,
Honoring the one who died for you.


Written by David L Bell Copyright © 1991
Retired Deputy Sheriff after over 38 years
Richland County Sheriff’s Dept
Columbia, SC

Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

March 31, 2014

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO! May God
Give the family and friends the strength and faith to deal with this tragic loss. Words can not express my sorrow!

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

This may be re-posted in the Honor of his death and the death of any Law Enforcement Officer!

Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

March 31, 2014

We hope knowing that you are all thought of in a kind and loving way will help ease your sorrow today and in the days to come. With deepest sympathy,

Rita Rocker, Director Govt Relations
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

March 31, 2014

Thank you Officer German for your faithful service. May God grant your family and agency peace and comfort. You will be remembered.

Trooper Joe Dellwo #446
Minnesota State Patrol

March 30, 2014

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. My condolences to your family, friends and coworkers of the Windermere Police Department. May you rest in peace.

Ptlm. William F. Shields
Federal Reserve Police/Philadelphia - Retired/Haverford Police

March 30, 2014

The supportive, understanding, healing thoughts and reflections that have been given in these many postings are a blessing to us in Robbie German's family. God bless you all.
Many of you have had your own personal tragedies yourself, or with others very close to you. My prayers are with you, too. Go with courage and caring in your hearts -
I know Robbie would.

David German
Uncle of Officer Robbie German

March 28, 2014

God Bless Officer German and his family. He gave his life serving and protecting his community and that is a debt nobody can ever repay his family!

Every night that I am off, I put my son to bed and this is part of the prayers we say each time:
"God Bless all of the policemen, firemen and soldiers who keep us safe. And Dear Jesus, if you should call one of them home tonight, give them eternal peace and grant their family the strength and courage to carry on. Amen."

My son and I prayed for you last Saturday, Officer German. I believe my friend, PSO Eric Zapata, EOW April 18, 2011 was there to greet you at Heaven's Gate.

Thank you for your service and may God give your family the comfort they deserve.

Sgt. Mike Treu
Kalamazoo Dept. of Public Safety

March 28, 2014

Robbie,
I haven't seen or gotten the opportunity to speak to you since High School but that hasn't changed the fact that you were an amazing person, a great friend and hero to those lucky enough to know you and to the community that you served.

Rest In Piece.

Justin Blinn
Friend

March 27, 2014

Robbie, You served well my friend. I want to thank you for you dedication and commitment to your Family, Friends, and Community.

Rest easy, we will see you again some day

Bradley Scott
Family Friend

March 27, 2014

Rest in peace brother.

Dep. C. Wray #384
Flagler County Sheriff's Office

March 27, 2014

Sitting here in tears, because the funeral cortege for Officer German came right by my subdivision on its way to the cemetery. Officer Robbie German was killed by two marijuana-soaked teenagers, and the whole Orlando area is in mourning. And also because the son of a dear friend in England was killed instantly the same day by two drunk teenagers in a car as he was cycling through Kent to help a mental health society raise money. Substance abuse among teens is an enormous problem. How long are we going to wait before really tackling this problem? How long are we going to let the liberal lunatics claim that marijuana is harmless? How many more of our finest are we willing to sacrifice?

M. Hoeber
Aunt of a fine young Fairfax officer

March 27, 2014

As we hold onto what's left of this society as it slowly degenerates, we see how dire it's becoming and it's a true sorrow we've lost a great officer/father/husband/son...etc... in the process.

Jennifer Tavani
Citizen

March 27, 2014