Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The original poem written in 1932 by Mary Elizabeth Frye:
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starlight at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.

God is with you, DUSM Josie Wells...your family is in my prayers today and always. I will raise up your name to the Lord at mass this weekend.

L.E. Councill
USMS, OPR-DM

March 11, 2015

Lord, I pray that you will breathe life into DUSM Wells family, their hopes, their dreams, and the calling and purpose on their lives. I pray, the situation they are in, all that they are dealing with and regardless to what odds are against them; THEY and WE (USMS) will remain steadfast and unmovable. Amen.

Tina Hall, DUSM
USMS

March 11, 2015

Rest In Peace, My Brother. You are a hero, who will never be forgotten! God Bless you and your family.

Senior Inspector Joel J. Kimmet
USMS/ Southern Ohio

March 11, 2015

Travel well brother!

DUSM D Fernandez
USMS

March 11, 2015

May you rest in peace and thank you for your service as a Law Enforcement Agent. May God hold you in his hands and guide your family and team members during this time.

TFO M. Brown
NJDOC/SID Fugitive Unit-USMS RFTF Camden

March 11, 2015

My condolences to the friends and family of DUSM Wells. I send my prayers to you all. Thank you for your service DUSM Wells, you will be missed.

Alicia Wynn
USMS-D/AZ

March 11, 2015

As I talk to friends that knew you I become closer and closer to knowing you as well. You have been described as a "good ol southern boy" that was always there for his brothers and sisters of our agency! The world has become a little less safe without your presence. Thank you for wearing the Star and being part of our family. Love you brother and may you forever rest in peace! My condolences and full support go out to your family!

Supervisory Deputy Tim Dolan
U.S. Marshals Service, Los Angeles

March 11, 2015

Rest easy DUSM Wells. Your brothers and sisters in the USMS and everywhere in law enforcement will take it from here. Rest knowing that we will never forget your sacrifice; we will never forget your family; we will never forget the true gentleman you were.

We lost a good man who made us better by virtue of his presence. We will honor his loss and lift up his family and our USMS family in the hard days ahead.

DUSM JA
USMS

March 11, 2015

Rest in Peace Brother. We will continue the fight. May God shine his light of tranquility and love on your Wife and family.

Deputy U.S. Marshal
Lone Star Fugitive Task Force, W/TX

March 11, 2015

My prayers are with your family brother. May God grant them the strength to get through the coming days. God bless and Gods Speed.

Jamie Farrington Deputy US Marshal
United States Marshals Service N/NY

March 11, 2015

Rest In Peace Josie as you experience the eternal embrace of our Lord. God Bless you and your family.

Fellow DUSM
USMS

March 11, 2015

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

March 11, 2015

'The Outlaw' Josie Wells. Josie was a classmate of mine and my fellow DUSMs of BDUSM 201. Josie was an individual who truly characterized a dedicated Law Enforcement Officer. He was brave, kindhearted, trustworthy and selfless to a fault, which in turn lead to his passing. He gave everything he had in order to be the best for not only the United States Marshals Service, but to those he swore to protect and serve. Josie was a husband, a son, a nephew and a brother to all that had the honor of serving alongside of him. He will forever be remembered as a hero and will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace, Brother.

DUSM J. Tefft
USMS

March 11, 2015

We are all devastated by the death of one of our brothers. We stand united with the family of DUSM Josie Wells and the great men and women of the Middle District of Louisiana. We share your grief and offer our sincere condolences.

U.S. Marshal Christopher Hoye III
United States Marshals Service/Nevada

March 11, 2015

Rest In Peace Brother,

Your Fellow Deputies and Task Force officers in New York will never forget you, and will continue the fight.

We got it from here.

Deputy
United States Marshal Service

March 11, 2015

My heart cries for your family. Know that thousands of people are praying and caring for them right now. The world is a safer and better place because of your service. God bless.

LGS
USMS

March 11, 2015

Rest in Peace, Josie. Your watch has ended, brother, we'll take it from here.

DUSM
USMS

March 11, 2015

I was lucky to spend some time with Josie when he came and supported a high threat trial in our District. He was a great guy to be around, and people were naturally drawn to him. It breaks my heart that such a life is gone. I can speak for the other guys in Kansas and say we are just sick with the news, but we will remember our brief time together for the great time it was. May God Bless his Family.

DUSM William Lynn
US Marshal Service D/KS

March 11, 2015

Rest in peace Brother. Thank you for your service. You will never be forgotten.

Insp. Paul Koenig
US Marshals Service

March 11, 2015

May God bless you and your family my brother....your reward is indeed in heaven.

DUSM
USMS

March 11, 2015

Prayers are with your family Josie. You will live on through our amazing memories of you. We promise to continue your mission.

DUSM
USMS

March 11, 2015

Police officers dedicate their lives to protecting the public. Far too often, the public does not appreciate it. Worse, today their is an atmosphere of distrust of police fomented by our own political leaders.

Instead of holding forth criminals as heroes, society should hold forth people like Deputy Marshal Wells. They are our true heroes.

Det. Ed S.

March 11, 2015

Dear Obie and family,
My sincere and deepest regards for the loss of your son, Josie. He was sure to follow in your footsteps as a law enforcement officer, and I know you were very proud of him. A big part of your heart has been taken away, but rest assured that it will be replaced by God's loving grace and mercy for I know you are a man of God. I'm sure Josie was a man of peace just as you are along with having a big heart for all good things honorable. Matthew 5:8-10 says, 8"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. 9"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God. 10"Blessed are those who have been persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.…" Peace to your family and his wife.

Chief Deputy-Retired,Don Stewart
Jackson County Sheriff's Department

March 11, 2015

Rest In Peace DUSM Wells. May your family find solace in this difficult time.

John
VT-USMS

March 11, 2015

Prayers for the Family and Friends.
Godspeed Agent Wells!

USCBP K9 Team CH-70
Blaine, WA

March 11, 2015