Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Champion and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever.

To the family of Officer Champion, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Champion is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family, and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

FBI Special Agent
FBI HQ, Washington, DC

December 21, 2014

Rest in Peace Brother. You made the ultimate sacrifice and will never be forgotten. We'll take the watch from here.

Ptl. Sean Murphy
Eatontown Police Dept.

December 20, 2014

Thank you for your dedication, service, and sacrifice to the citizens of the State of Pennsylvania.

Officer Joe Hunchard #1228
New Smyrna Beach, FL Police Dept.

December 20, 2014

I have laid down my life in service to all of you.
I have been a part of the fabric that has held the line between your safety and your victimization. I have given my life so that others may live in peace. I have lived my life as a dedicated member of the greatest profession. There is no greater honor.

As I now become a part of the rich history of law enforcement, please remember me always for I have left behind those who loved and depended upon me.
My partners and my agency, please remember my family, their loss, and don’t let time soften your compassion for them.

You guard the gate now and I will continue my watch from above.

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND MAY YOUR FAMILY FIND COMFORT IN THE GOOD YOU HAVE DONE HERE ON EARTH.

Doug Gist, Capt (ret) Washoe, Nevada
Silver State National Peace OFficers Museum, Virginia City, Nevada

December 20, 2014

To the family of Officer Richard Anthony Champion, we are sharing your deep sadness, Richard was a hero. From a retired Illinois state trooper.

Colonel retired
Illinois State Police

December 20, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to the dear family and friends of Officer Richard Champion. God Bless him for his service and sacrifice he made to keep others safe. RIP Brother, you will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, NC

December 20, 2014

Rest in peace Brother Richard.

Ofc. Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD

December 20, 2014

My prayers go out for the family and fellow officers of my fallen brother.

May God bring you peace and comfort as you mourn the loss of your loved one

Officer Mark Guillet
Chaplain
Ansonia, CT. Police Dept.

December 20, 2014

"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

December 19, 2014

Rest easy brother. Godspeed.

PO Olasokan
[email protected]

December 19, 2014

RIP BROTHER. May you be with GOD and may GOD be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain
Pittsburgh PD

December 19, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Champion's wife and young child, as well as with his entire family and co-workers of both police departments. Rest in peace.

Jan Dwerlkotte
wife of Cedar County (MO) Sheriff Leon Dwerlkotte

December 19, 2014

Rest in peace my brother of blue.

Officer J. Rhodes
Maize Police Department

December 19, 2014

R I P

Officer Terrell Read
Infirmary Health Protective Services

December 19, 2014

Rest in peace brother! We have the watch from here. May God Bless your family and friends.

Officer A. OROZCO
ADOT/ECD

December 18, 2014

God Bless and Godspeed.

Lisa B.
GEORGIA CIVILIAN LE SUPPORTER

December 18, 2014

Police Officer Richard Champion rest in peace you are
now a member of an elite group The Thin Blue Line
of Heroes. There is no greater sacrifice that one can give
for his ellow man. To the Family I salute your lost loved one,
and pray for you during the days to come. Richard will be in
the company of heroes forevermore.

The Thin Blue Line of the Fallen are Standing at attention
in their class “A“ uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, They are your brothers and sisters of Law Enforcement.
All of whom have previously paid the ultimate price. Today, like many others,they welcome you to this hallowed place. As you march down the Thin Blue Line of the Fallen, all eyes are focused on you as if to say it will be ok you’re with your eternal partners. A salute follows and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well. Now come join the ranks, another member of The Thin Blue Line has come home.



Your Brother in Law enforcement

Dr. stan phillips Usa Ret, Ms, Bs
Walnut Grove Ms Police, Lt. retired

Dr. stan phillips Usa Ret, Ms, Bs
Walnut Grove Ms Police, Lt. retired

December 17, 2014

Rest In Peace, Brother.

Det. Randy Evans
Kansas City Missouri Police Department
Son of Patrolman Robert Wayne Evans
E.O.W 10/14/1971
HEROES LIVE FOREVER

December 16, 2014

Rest in Peace my brother in blue.

Police Officer II D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department

December 16, 2014

Bless you, your family, friends and partners. REST IN PEACE, friend

Sergeant David Miklos
Los Angeles County Sheriff

December 16, 2014

Go walk your beat in heaven brother, for you've done your time in hell. We'll take the watch from here. Gone but never forgotten.

Reserve officer Kevin Guck
Atalissa Police Department

December 16, 2014

RIP Brother as the angels carry you to a place of peace. My heart goes out to your family, friends and your brothers and sisters in Law Enforcement.

Cynthia A. Johnston (Retired)
Omaha Police Department

December 16, 2014

God bless you and your family. You will be greatly missed.

Chief Deputy David Hedrick
Concordia Parish Sheriffs Office, Louisiana

December 16, 2014

For Officer Richard Anthony Champion:

No doubt there will be a number of comments from the public, and maybe even in law enforcement, about the decision to chase by the law-officer. It is one of those situations that always is not sensational until a crash occurs. And is especially resonant if anyone other than that officer dies. The chase is yet one more decision that brings forth heavy criticism so long as he who is chased has not smitten those who cry-out the loudest - then any risk is never too much.
We pray for Richard's family, co-workers, friends, and all who care about him. May they be ready to reach-out to one another in the days ahead.
We are proud to render Officer Richard Champion, a soldier-of-the-law, a final salute. May he who decided to run from the police causing this unnecessary tragedy, and then fled the scene, be plagued with the fate of a forever-heavy conscience.

Cpl. Ralph D, Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennsylvania State Police

December 16, 2014

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

December 16, 2014