Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Go with God my brother. We will ensure that your wife is looked after as she is family. Your killer will soon follow you but he will not be headed to the Pearly Gates, rather he will be going to Hell where he belongs.

Motor Officer James Bragg (Ret)
Greenville City Police, Greenville, SC

June 24, 2016

Rest in peace brother.

Officer Kyle Groose
Laramie PD, WY

June 24, 2016

Avenue of the Fallen

Standing at attention in their class “A“uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, 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 wonderful place.
As you march down the Avenue of the Fallen, all eyes focus on you as if to say “it’s OK, you’re with your eternal partners.”
A salute is followed and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well.
Now come join us in the ranks, another is coming home.
Officer Jim Weaver (#11452) Los Angeles Police Department retired
12-25-2010

Retired Sheriff, Jim Weaver
Jerome County, Idaho Sheriffs Office

June 24, 2016

To the Family and Friends of Deputy Sheriff David F. Michel, Jr.

My deepest condolences for your loss. Times like these can be very difficult so pray constantly. Phillipians 4:6-7 admonishes us to throw our anxiety on our Heavenly Father he in turn will strengthen you and place peace upon your mind and heart. I hope you all are able to find comfort and heal very soon.

Cpl. William Stanback (Retired)
Pennsylvania State Police

June 24, 2016

RIP Hero. My Heart goes out to the bereaved Family.

Det H. Friedman ( Retired)
Police Department City Of New York

June 24, 2016

Rest in Peace my brother, I have lost another of my family, it is almost more than I can bear. I cry for you and your family. I will morn your family's loss. The life of a brave honorable man taken by a coward. He was a member of my family too, a brother a man of honor, a protector. I hope the court does the right thing and punishes this coward to the maximum punishment slowed by law. I pray for your loss, I know there is nothing I can say that will relieve your pain. I hope the coward that perpetrated this act pays the ultimate price, and I hope you can only remember the good times you had with David. I will pray for your family and I for one will NEVER FORGET HIS SACRIFICE OR HIS MEMERORY. Rest in peace my brother.

Major Joe Whala (retired)
Idabel Police Department (Oklahoman)

June 24, 2016

May the good lord welcome you with open arms, for you have done your job well.

Chaplain Douglas J. Maykowski
Fraternal Order Of Police Lodge #187 Mt. Clemens Michigan.

June 24, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Deputy david Michael of the Jefferson Parish, LA Sheriff's Department at this time of grieving as well as the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Department as they mourn the loss of a fellow deputy who was shot and killed by a suspect he was questioning before he was killed. There have been a few police officers who have been killed this month. It can be a tough time for any law enforcement agency to deal with the loss of an officer. He will be missed by all of his fellow deputies and the sheriff as well.

Bradford Paulson
Observer

June 24, 2016

RIP Sir, your watch is over. We praise and thank you for your service. It is with a heavy heart, that your fellow Officers will take it from here. Deputy Michel, the LORD has taken you Home, may He grant you rest. May the LORD grant comfort to your family and friends.

Deputy J. Porter. ( Retired )
Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, Phoenix AZ

June 24, 2016

A Prayer for Deputy Sheriff David F. Michel, Jr.:

Lord God, you are always faithful and quick to show mercy. Our Brother-in-Blue, Deputy Sheriff David F. Michel, Jr., of the Jefferson Parish, Louisiana Sheriff’s Office, was taken from us suddenly and violently in the Line-of-Duty. Come swiftly to his aid, have mercy on him, and comfort his family, friends, and colleagues by the power and protection of the Cross. Heavenly Father, as we mourn the death of our Brother-in-Blue, Deputy Sheriff David F. Michel, Jr., show us the immense power of your goodness and strengthen our belief that he has entered into Your presence. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

"For the policeman does not frighten people who are doing right; but those doing evil will always fear him. So if you don't want to be afraid, keep the laws and you will get along well. The policeman is sent by God to help you. But if you are doing something wrong, of course you should be afraid, for he will have you punished. He is sent by God for that very purpose. Obey the laws, then, for two reasons: first, to keep from being punished, and second, just because you know you should." [Romans 13:3-5 TLB]

“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
The Peacemakers Prayer Ministry
Merrimack Police Department
Merrimack, NH 03054
Chartered by the National Association of Christian Ministers
"We are Prayer Warriors: We Fight on Our Knees!"

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department

June 23, 2016

Rest in peace Deputy Michael. My sincere condolences to your family and to your department. God speed as you now patrol the streets of gold. Your service will not be forgotten.

OFC TERRY F. ZECH (RET)
VETERAN AFFAIRS POLICE DEPT, DETROIT MICHIGAN

June 23, 2016

"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 Wyoming Police Department

June 23, 2016

My family and I would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Deputy Sheriff David Michel Jr during this very difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May the moments they shared together bring back memories to treasure forever. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Deputy Sheriff David Michel Jr.

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

June 23, 2016

Deputy Michel died doing his job. The people of Louisiana and our nation owe him a debt of gratitude that can never be fully repaid. Thank you to Deputy Michel's family for the sacrifice they have made for their nation.

Stan Jefferson
Citizen

June 23, 2016

RIP brother...

Deputy Sheriff Isaac Woltz
Hardin County Sheriff's Office

June 23, 2016

Rest in peace brother. Thoughts are with your family both blue and blood during this difficult time. Thank you Deputy Michel for your 9 years of service and dedication to your community.

Detective Sergeant David Post
Reno County Sheriff's Office Hutchinson, Ks

June 23, 2016

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 Police Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

June 23, 2016

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. REST IN PEACE.

POLICE OFFICER
NAPERVILLE POLICE DEPT

June 23, 2016

Rest in peace Sheriff Michel!
You will not be forgotten!

Willie Bell Hopewell VA!
Friend Of All Law Enforcement Officers!

June 23, 2016

Rest in peace brother

Deputy Dunlap (RET)
Dallas City Marshal's

June 23, 2016

May the grace of God surround all who loved and served with Deputy Michel. Thank you for giving the ultimate sacrifice in service to your department and our world.

Chaplain James Gysel
Calhoun County Michigan Sheriff's Office

June 23, 2016

REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER

LT. JEFF FRANKS
NATCHITOCHES POLICE DEPT

June 23, 2016

Rest in peace Deputy Michel. I ask Our Heavenly Father to comfort and watch over your family, friends and the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office. Thank you for your service. God's speed brother.

Chief Jack Cavanaugh
Lee County Port Authority Police Department

June 23, 2016

Final Salute Deputy Michel, thank you for your service. You are a Hero. Rest peacefully in the presence of God. We are praying for the family and fellow officers.

Former Patrol Sergeant
Johnny Allison
Wylie TX Police Dept

June 23, 2016

"Whoever sheds the blood of man, by man shall his blood be shed" - Genesis 9:6

Rest in peace David your murder shall be avenged.

God we know You shall and we pray for comfort in your hands, the family members and for the Department.

Never to be forgotten...

Chaplain
King County Sheriff's Office / Mountain View Fire

June 23, 2016