Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Although I never had the pleasure of meeting my Niece's husband, I too feel a sense of loss, not only the loss of a brother Officer but the first family member to be killed in the line of duty. My Grandfather, William Mauldin, was a Motor Officer in San Jose, CA who was injured on duty while attempting to stop a robbery suspect. He retired due to his injuries. I recently retired after 40 plus years in law enforcement. Over the years I lost several Officer friends who died in the line of duty. This is different and much closer to home. Rest in Peace Sonny

John Jardine, Sgt/Training Officer
FT Hunter liggett PD

June 2, 2015

Brother Smith: You are a true representative of the Warrior Spirit. Despite suffering a mortal wound you fought to the end. You have earned your place in paradise. Please watch over us so we may continue to cover the watch in your absence.

To Mrs Smith and your Children: Your husband and father is a hero, without a doubt. Remember the man as he lived, and I sincerely hope that the cherished memories of him, and the pride of knowing he devoted himself to the service of others helps carry you through the anguish of your loss.

Officer Joseph Walker
Niobrara, Nebraska Police Department

May 31, 2015

Rest in Peace Deputy Smith. The outpouring of public and LE support at your memorial speaks volumes to the kind of man you must have been. The world is a better place because of you.

Deputy Paul Kuehn
Washington County Sheriff Office

May 29, 2015

Sonny, you are true hero. Not only because you wore a uniform, but because of the way you lived your life. Your actions on that horrible night saved my life. Your memory will live forever in my heart. Rest easy, Brother. We love you.

Aux. Deputy Sue Christian (K9 Unit)
Johnson County Sheriff's Office

May 28, 2015

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

May 27, 2015

Rest In Peace Brother

Captain Steve Yancey
Forest Hill Police Department, TX

May 27, 2015

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray:

“Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are Your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, loving family, friends, neighbors and caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name and for Your Glory, Amen.”

I have lifted you and your family to God every morning for over four years. Feel those prayers. God is with you; He knows and will ease your pain.

Our faith helps us to see beyond the grave.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

May 26, 2015

May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time.

God bless and protect the Thin Blue Line that protects us all.

Family Member of Multiple Law Enforcemen
Family Member of Law Enforcement Officers

May 25, 2015

The law enforcement community is deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Reserve Deputy Sonny Smith. Our deepest sympathies and prayers go to the family, friends, and coworkers of Deputy Smith. We thank him for his service, may his soul rest in peace.

Zone Five Academy Session 58
New York State Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy Re

May 25, 2015

You were taken far to young. My prayers to your family, friends, community and the Johnson County Sheriff's Office. Rest in Peace God Bless

Wm Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, Military Police, Trafic Unit

May 25, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Reserve Deputy Sonny Smith during this difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May God help heal their aching hearts. Rest in peace, Deputy Smith.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

May 24, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and his extended family at Johnson County S.O.

Sgt (Retired) Greg Coney 171
White County S.O.

May 23, 2015

GOD BLESS

J. JAYNES
ARIZONA HIGHWAY PATROL

May 23, 2015

Rest in Peace My Brother in Blue. I hope in time your family and agency find peace in your passing.

Evil will never prosper as long as Brave men and women such as yourself stand for good.

"Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called Sons of God."
Matthew 5:9

FTO D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department

May 23, 2015

My prayers and condolences to the family and colleagues of Deputy Smith. No words bring comfort during this moment in your lives. I may not be in your part of the country but believe me when I say this, the pain is real when one of us is lost in the fight for good against evil. The courage it takes to move forward when others are run away is what makes true warriors willing to be that defense against evil when they are needed most. Rest now, we have the watch.

Investigator
Housing Authority of Baltimore City-

May 22, 2015

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

Chief Joseph A. Edwards
Columbia Illinois Police Department

May 22, 2015

Kindly accept my sincere condolences for the tragic loss of Deputy Smith. Being a law enforcement officer is getting more and more difficult.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family of the Deputy.

Rest in peace brother.

P.O. (Ret) Donald Current
NYC Transit PD/NY Police Dept.

May 21, 2015

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. My condolences to your family, friends and coworkers of the Johnson County Sheriff's Office. May you rest in peace.

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

May 21, 2015

RIP brother - may God be with your family, friends, and brother officers. Thank you for your service as a Reserve.

Reserve Sgt. Ed Zehnder
Hendersonville Police Dept (Tennessee)

May 21, 2015

Thank you for your service and sacrifice and may you rest in peace.

Dep. CA Travis Bird
City of Fredericksburg

May 21, 2015

My heart is heavy as I pray for Deputy Smith and his family. He has shown to all his commitment to his family,self and community. I pray not only for Deputy Smiths family,but all the men and women in blue, who daily sacrifice to keep us all safe. God Bless

Retired
Oshkosh,Wi.

May 21, 2015

Rest in Peace Deputy. May God bless and watch over your family.

Officer W. Davis
Oro Valley Police Department, AZ

May 21, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with Deputy Smith's family and friends during this terrible time.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of US Marshal

May 21, 2015

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.

Vires et Honorem

Ptlm Frank Kapusta
Mohawk Police Department

May 21, 2015

Prayers go out to your wife and children. May they find comfort knowing you served and protected others from evil. May God keep you safe now.

Sergeant Therese Garafalo
NYPD

May 21, 2015