Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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

To the Arkell family, fellow officers, and all who call Stephen 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 Patrolman Arkell gave to his community and the citizens of New Hampshire, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on May 12, 2014.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

June 7, 2014

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Patrolman Stephen Arkell and the Brentwood Police Department during this time. Thank you, Patrolman Arkell, for your service.

National Police Wives Association
Staff

June 2, 2014

Thank you for your service and great sacrifice. God bless you and your family.

FF/ S. Maholik #134-77
Fearnots Vol. Fire Co., PA

May 29, 2014

God's peace and speed Patrolman Arkell. Thank you for your brave, dedicated service. RIP Brother.

P/O R. Popelka #7903
Chicago P.D.

May 28, 2014

Our deepest condolences goes out to the friends and families of Patrolman Stephen Arkell. May his soul rest in peace. We would like to thank him for his many years of service.

Zone Five Academy Session 56
New York State Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy

May 27, 2014

We share your grief at the passing of this officer. May His soul Rest In Peace. We have placed his name and EOW notice on our Wall of Honor

Joseph D. Sprowls (Det. Ret)
Suncoast 10-13 (NYPD - Retirees)

May 24, 2014

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

DET Kevin Gasser
NYPD

May 23, 2014

Rest in eternal peace, Patrolman Arkell, 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 Powerrs
Philadelphia Prison System

May 23, 2014

Rest in peace Patrolman Arkell. Your dedication, devotion, and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. May your children know their dad died a hero. Prayers for your family and for the department during this time in their lives.

retired Police Officer Bob Lester
Midland Texas Police Department

May 22, 2014

Rest In Peace Brother

PO
NYPD

May 22, 2014

IT'S A DAM SHAME POLICE OFFICER'S HAVE NO PRIOR WARNING BEFORE THEY WALK INTO A DOMESTIC IT'S THE ANIMAL THAT IS POSED AS THE WIFE OR THE HUSBAND THAT CAN STRIKE OUT AT YOU AT ANYTIME YOU HAVE SERVED WELL ON EARTH EVERYONE IIS PROUD OF YOU NOW IT'S TIME TOO CHANGE COMMAND AND SERVE GOD HE WILL TAKE GOOD CARE OF YOU.SIGNED PTL. ANGELO VITALONE SR RETIRED

PTL. ANGELO VITALONE
CAMDEN COUNTY POLICE (RETIRED)

May 22, 2014

We all do a thankless job day to day, but we know why we do it . Thank you for your service and unselfishness. God bless your family and all of my brothers and sisters in law enforcement across the nation as well as the world .

Officer Mayo
Houston Police Department

May 22, 2014

I am sorry for your loss. As a surviving family member to an officer shot & killed ITLOD, I know how hard it is for you but know you are in countless prayers as I speak. You have a huge family community out here to reach out to. RIP Patrolman Arkell.

A police survivor

May 21, 2014

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. REST IN PEACE.

POLICE OFFICER
NAPERVILLE IL POLICE DEPT

May 21, 2014

Thank you for your service to the citizens of the town of Brentwood and the state of NH. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers. RIP sir.

Citizen of NH

May 21, 2014

GODSPEED my brother!

Chad Wallace
Gallia County Ohio Sheriff's Office

May 21, 2014

Rest in peace brother

Deputy Sheriff Jacob Holmes
Orange County Sheriff

May 21, 2014

RIP Officer Arkell. Thank you for your service to LE> May God watch over your Family and all LE>

Former Trooper Ken R. Bays
Virginia State Police

May 21, 2014

Rest in peace brother.

DUSM 3655
US Marshals

May 20, 2014

IN MEMORY OF PATROLMAN STEPHEN ARKELL

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Patrolman Stephen Arkell:

From the beginning of time after Cain killed his brother, Abel, there has been a need for law enforcement officers to protect the weak and to bring evildoers to justice. This work is necessary in a sinful world and is dangerous. In modern times, forty-five law enforcement officers have given their lives to protect the citizens of the State of New Hampshire. Today we honor Patrolman Stephen Arkell’s sacrifice.

Lord God, we are grateful for the life of Patrolman Stephen Arkell. He died serving us. Help us never to forget. Help us celebrate Patrolman Stephen Arkell’s life and honor his sacrifice. Be with the family, friends, and colleagues of this fallen hero. Comfort them and give them your strength. Guide those who seek to take care of the family of this hero. May those empowered to do so, care for them with integrity. In commemorating the death of this hero, help those who mourn to remember that death is not the end. Death does not have the final say, but is simply the transition to the glorious life to come. They should look forward to that life to come with joy and thanksgiving.

As a community, help them to faithfully equip their law enforcement officers with the best tools to protect their community. May their training be adequate to the task. Help Patrolman Stephen Arkell’s community to remember to pay their law enforcement officers fairly and treat them with respect. Help the citizens of his community to obey the law and treat each other with dignity so as not to add to the burden of crime and pain to their community.

The time for mourning will soon pass. We have now remembered and celebrated the life lost in this great tragedy. As the family, friends, and colleagues of Patrolman Stephen Arkell go forward, they must celebrate the good things in their lives; and to celebrate life itself! Lord God, hear our prayers. Amen.

Now, may the Lord bless you, and keep you: the Lord make His face to shine upon you, and be gracious unto you: the Lord lift up His countenance upon you, and give you peace. Amen.

In His merciful love,

Pastor Steven R. Closs
Retired Captain of Police, Nashua NH Police Department
The Peacemaker Prayer Ministry
[email protected]

Pastor Steven R. Closs
Retired Captain of Police, Nashua NH Police Department

May 20, 2014

Officer Arkell, thank you brother for your service and sacrifice. May GOD comfort and bless the family this hero leaves behind.

Deputy
TN

May 20, 2014

Rest easy brother.

Trooper
Michigan State Police

May 20, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and coworkers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Supervisory FAM, Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Federal Air Marshal Service

May 20, 2014

So sorry to the family for your loss .ever dayIis a gift hold him in your heart and be proud and strong

Cathy Francoeur

May 20, 2014

On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Patrolman Stephen Arkell and the extended law enforcement family of the Brentwood, New Hampshire Police Department. Rest in Peace brother and watch over us.

I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, But tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.

By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

May 19, 2014