Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace brother... We got it from here. Many prayers and thoughts to your family and department

Deputy/k9 Handler Roger Pike
Northampton county sheriffs office

March 13, 2015

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

March 13, 2015

On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Police Officer Burke Rhoads and the extended law enforcement family of the of the Nicholasville, Kentucky 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

March 13, 2015

My thoughts & prayers go out to your family, your friends, your fellow officers & co-workers. You'll never be forgotten, and you will be greatly missed. R.I.P. Burke. Thank you for your service.

Kimberly Griffith
Jessamine County E-911

March 13, 2015

A greater love hath no man than this, than to lay down his life.for his friends. John 15:13 . To quote a beautiful poem " You now walk a beat in on Heaven's streets, you've served your time in Hell." May God bless you and keep you, your family and fellow officers.

Major Jeff Finley
Crooksville Police Department

March 13, 2015

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (Retired)
Mobile County Child Support Enforcement
Mobile County, Alabama

March 13, 2015

Your tour here is finished but just beginning in heaven. Rest with God Officer Rhodes. Your service, dedication, and devotion will not be forgotten. Prayers for your family at your home going.

Retired Police Offier Bob Lester
Midland, Texas Police Department

March 13, 2015

RIP my fellow Brother in Blue. My prayers are with your family, friends, and co-workers. Rest easy now Sir, we have the watch from here.

Retired Detective Don Vine #5896
Phoenix Police Department

March 13, 2015

God bless.

Chief Deputy David Hedrick
Concordia Parish Sheriffs Office, Louisiana

March 13, 2015

Police Officer Burke Rhoads 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. Burke 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

March 13, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this very difficult time. May God bless you all and keep you in His loving arms, In Jesus' name, Amen and Amen

Mrs. Patricia Ledbetter
None

March 12, 2015

RIP BROTHER IN BLUE

Senior Constable Simon Knechtli
Queensland Police Service, Queensland, Australia.

March 12, 2015

Rest in peace brother. We'll take it from here.

Special Agent Mike Tamez
Kingsville Specialized Crimes and Narcotics Task Force

March 12, 2015

RIP sir. Your country will miss you.

www.PoliceDesigns.com Thomas S
Police Designs

March 12, 2015

Words cannot express the feeling of loss all of us have. May God bless Burke's family and his brothers and sisters in law enforcement. Let it be known that as a community, we appreciate your commitment and devotion to duty.


Central 574.......Rest in peace.

Mickey Houston
Jessamine County E-911

March 12, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to the dear family and friends of Officer Rhodes. God Bless him for his service to his community and the U.S. Army. Rest in Peace Brother, you will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, NC

March 12, 2015

Please rest in peace your next duty assignment is with God I am sure you will serve him well I ask God too take care of your family I love you brother. Signed Ptl. Angelo Vitalone sr retired

Patrolman Angelo Vitalone Sr.
Camden County police (retired)

March 12, 2015

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

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

March 12, 2015

"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

March 12, 2015

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Burke Rhoads. Another Hero taken too soon. May God comfort you and your family as you go and touch the face of God.
Your honorable service and sacrifice and bravery to the citizens of Nicholasville, Kentucky will not be forgotten. God Speed and God Bless. Rest in Peace Sir.


May the children of Officer Rhoads know that their Daddy is a HERO who we will not forget and will forever be in his debt for all he has done for us, Officer Rhoads Thank You for your service and protection to us all, may you rest in peace God bless you and your family.

Final Salute

VIPS 750 Jeff Claybern
Alexandria Kentucky Police Department

March 12, 2015

Saddened by the loss of one devoted to serving others. Rest in peace. My sympathies to the family.

Travis R. Porter
Utah
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Inspired by all who serve...

March 12, 2015

Rest in Eternal Peace Brother, May GOD comfort your family and loved ones.

Agent Robert Webb
Clark County Home Incarceration

March 12, 2015

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

Chief Joseph A. Edwards
Columbia Illinois Police Department

March 12, 2015

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Officer Rhoads. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Nicholasville Police Department.

Scott Horne U.S. Postal Inspector
U.S. Postal Inspection Service

March 12, 2015

Rest in peace brother! You are sorely miss. You have left an impression on so many of our lives. We too will watch over the kids and Melissa. Watch over those streets in heaven and the guys and gals down here!

The Rugg Family
Nicholasville Police Dept.

March 12, 2015