New Orleans Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Tuesday, June 7, 2016
Reflections for Police Officer Natasha Maria Hunter
Rest Well my Sister
Thank you for your sacrifice and service.
Deputy Butler
Johnson County, KS
June 13, 2016
Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?" Then said I, "Here am I; send me." Isaiah 6:8
RIP Sister
CBPO G. Valenzuela
Customs and Border Protection
June 13, 2016
I am sorry for your loss to the family, fellow officers, and friends. I will keep you all in my prayers. RIP.
Frank J. Corasaniti II, Fire Lieutenant
Baltimore City Fire Department
June 12, 2016
Rest in peace to my sister in blue.
Police Officer Andy Pham
Metropolitan Police Dept. - Washington, D.C.
June 12, 2016
On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Natasha was killed.
To the Hunter family, fellow officers, and all who call Natasha 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 Officer Hunter gave to her community and the citizens of Louisiana, and for the supreme sacrifice she and her family, especially her daughter, made on June 7, 2016.
Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05
June 11, 2016
Rest in peace sister.
Retired Deputy Marshal
Dallas City Marshal's
June 11, 2016
RIH my sister... Prayers will continue for your family especially your beautiful little girl.
Officer Niandria Harris
Office of Juvenile Justicd
June 11, 2016
My heart is saddened.... I pray for your daughter and family... God bless you
PO R. Scola
Detroit Police
June 11, 2016
My heart aches for her friends and family. To Officer Hunter, Many thanks for your courageous and invaluable service to our country. No words of mine could ever express the sorrow that I feel for you and your family. This country has lost an invaluable guardian. RIP
John Haseltine - Civilian
June 11, 2016
Thoughts and prayers are with your family and your princess. Rest in Peace sister!!
Silvia Luna
Senior Lead Officer
Federal Law Enforcement
June 11, 2016
Rest in Peace Sister! We have the watch from here. May God Bless your Family and Friends.
Sgt. A. OROZCO
ADOT/ECD
June 11, 2016
With saddened hearts. Officer Natasha Hunter has gone 10-42...... Thank you for for your services will be missed but not forgotten.
James Hallgrimson Arrow Security Officer
June 10, 2016
Rest Easy My Sister...We will take it from here. May Gold Bless You and Your Family. Your sister in blue
Corporal C.F.Turner
MPD
June 10, 2016
Thank You for your service Officer Hunter! Our sincere condolences goes out to her family and loved ones, In this family no one grieves alone. So rest now sister, we will take the next watch....
Officer Christopher McManus
Fairmont P.D. (Patrol Division)
Fairmont N.C
Police Officer Christopher McManus
Fairmont P.D.
June 10, 2016
My deepest sympathy & prayers for this officer and her family. RIP Officer Hunter and thank you for your service.
Cpl. Bob Barham-RETIRED
AR State Capitol Police-Little Rock
June 10, 2016
My heart goes out to her and her family.
Ptl Harrell 4674
Warren Police Department Warren Ohio
June 10, 2016
RIP
LT. Matt Farruggia
Alameda County Sheriff's Office
June 10, 2016
Thank you so much for your service, and your sacrifice. God bless your family. Rest in peace.
Patrol Officer Tramayne Young
Savannah-Chatham Metropolitan Police Department
June 10, 2016
Rest in peace, Officer Hunter. You deserve your divine reward.
May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time. May He place His loving arms around your beautiful daughter.
God bless and protect the Thin Blue Line that protects us all.
Private Citizen Kathryn Felts
Mother of & Family Member of Law Enforcement
June 10, 2016
Natasha, I never met you I this life. but Incan tell you must have been an awesome officer and all around great human being. I am a former MP so I have been in your shoes. I pray for your little daughter and your entire family. I know that God will make the one responsible answer for this. I pray that the max punishment that can be given on earth is given.
Josh Holcomb Former MP
None
June 10, 2016
"The Thin Blue Line"
There is a line
the color of the sky
on a clear afternoon
There is a line
the hue of the ocean
on a bright sunny day
There is a line
the purest shade of a newborn's eyes
awakening for the first time
There is a line
that protects us from harm
in all we do
whether day or night
There is a line
no one can penetrate
no one can alleviate
There is a line
made of those who choose
to follow a calling many do not hear
and still more do not comprehend
They choose to walk
the path of fear, hate, and mistrust
taken by so few
but marked by so many
And when one leaves this line
they leave a legacy
but the line does not break
for the remaining must still protect
There may be emptiness
a loss, or sadness
but never a hole
not in this line
This line that holds
the ghosts of the souls who have gone
and the souls of the ghosts who will be
The Thin Blue Line
Kimberly A. Erb
Lieutenant Craig Gripentrog
Williamson County Sheriff's Office
June 10, 2016
A Prayer for Police Officer Natasha Hunter:
Lord God, you are always faithful and quick to show mercy. Our Sister-in-Blue, Police Officer Natasha Hunter, of the New Orleans, Louisiana Police Department was taken from us suddenly and violently in the Line-of-Duty. Come swiftly to her aid, have mercy on her, and comfort her family, friends, and colleagues by the power and protection of the Cross. Heavenly Father, as we mourn the death of our Sister-in-Blue, Police Officer Natasha Hunter, show us the immense power of your goodness and strengthen our belief that she has entered into Your presence. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Heavenly Father, we ask that you grant us a deeper appreciation for the efforts of all law enforcement officers and officials in our communities, states, and nationwide. For their dedication to our security, order and peace, we give You thanks. May they be encouraged in their work which benefits us ALL. Help us to grow that spirit of community that will make their job both easy and fulfilling. And now may our fellowship together and Your blessing upon them bring a renewed sense of partnership and joy for all of us. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.” [Matthew 5:9 ESV]
“Greater love has no one than this that someone lay down his life for his friends.” [John 15:13 ESV]
Pastor/Chaplain Steven R. Closs, BSBS, LOCM, MNACM
Merrimack Police Department
Merrimack, NH 03054
Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department
June 10, 2016
Thank you for your service.
You put yourself in harms way for the service of the community. Your family can always be proud that you made a difference in the lives of others.
Lieutenant Gary Campbell
Pigeon Forge Police, Tennessee
June 10, 2016
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.
N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE
June 9, 2016
Officer Hunter my sincere condolences to your family and to your department. Godspeed as you now patrol the streets of gold. Your sacrifice for your fellow officers will not be forgotten.
OFC TERRY F. ZECH (RET)
VETERAN AFFAIRS POLICE DEPT, DETROIT MICHIGAN
June 9, 2016
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