Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My sincere heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and department of Deputy Sheriff Garafola. I am so very sorry for the loss of your HERO.
There are no words that will ease the pain and loss of your loved one. Please know that you are all loved and being prayed for. May God Bless you and give you comfort and strength during this difficult time.

Deputy Sheriff Garafola, thank you for your dedicated service, loyalty, selflessness and sacrifice in protecting your community. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN....HERO's LIVE FOREVER..

Gina Miller, Washington State Patrol
Surviving Fiance WSP Trooper Tony V. Radulescu EOW 2-23-2012

July 18, 2016

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, family and loving, caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name, Amen”

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

Faith helps us see beyond the grave.

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

July 18, 2016

We thank you and your family for your service and sacrifice to the people of the United States. Rest in Peace brother. You will never be forgotten.

Officer Gaviola
DHS ICE

July 18, 2016

RIP brother.

Randy Benevage
FBI

July 18, 2016

Thank you for your prior service to the country and your current service to the citizens of the Baton Rouge, LA area. May the Lord comfort your family and fellow deputies of the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office during this very difficult period. Rest in peace sir.

Special Agent, K. Shipp
Dept. of Veterans Affairs-OIG CID

July 18, 2016

The salvation of the righteous comes from the Lord;
he is their stronghold in time of trouble.
The Lord helps them and delivers them;
he delivers them from the wicked and saves them,
because they take refuge in him.
Psalm 37:39-40
Rest in peace brother.

Sgt. Paul Schanno- Honor Guard Member
Minnesota Dept. of Corrections MCF-Stillwater

July 18, 2016

Deputy Sheriff Brad Garafola gave his life serving the Public, he died along with two other Law Enforcement Officers who all were believing their individual lives made a difference to society. Deputy Brad Garafola, Corporal Montrell Jackson and Officer Matthew Gerald, your life did make a positive difference to our Country, and more importantly to our Lord God. May God bless each member of the families of Brad Garafola, Montrell Jackson and Matthew Gerald. We (those people who truly respect LEOs) love and thank you Deputy Garafola, Corporal Jackson and Officer Gerald for giving your life to keep our society free.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police

July 18, 2016

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

POLICE OFFICER
NAPERVILLE POLICE DEPT

July 18, 2016

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE

Retired TFC Theresa Medcalf
Ga.State Patrol

July 18, 2016

Heart felt condolences to the families and departments of these brave men.Thanks to the families for giving these brave men to us.
Sergeant Manuel Martinez
Retired
Round Rock Police department

Manuel Martinez

July 18, 2016

Go with God and rest in Heaven Dep. Garafola. You served your Nation and your community well my Brother and your family and friends can be proud of your service. May God Bless and comfort your wife and children as well as those of your Brothers that were also murdered that day.

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

July 18, 2016

Rest in peace Brother....My thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of your agency during this most difficult and tragic time.....

Lt. Joseph Ward, ret
Jackson, NJ PD

July 18, 2016

Rest in Peace, My Brother. Your courage, commitment, service and sacrifice shall not be forgotten.

Saint Michael the Archangel,
defend us in battle;
be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil.
May God rebuke him, we humbly pray:
and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly host,
by the power of God,
thrust into hell Satan and all the evil spirits
who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.
Amen.

ICE
Fugitive Operations

July 18, 2016

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

Chief Jack Cavanaugh
Lee County Port Authority Police Department

July 18, 2016

Thank you for your service and dedication. Rest in peace brother.

Cpl. M. Davis #2614
Prince George's County Police

July 18, 2016

My sincerest condolences to Deputy Garafola's family and friends, as well as his brothers and sisters with the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office and all around the country. Very sad times we are living in.

Chief Deputy Steve Bennett
Iowa County (WI) Sheriff's Office

July 18, 2016

The Durham County Sheriff's Office and Detention Services Division, sends our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Family, Friends, and Co-workers of Deputy Brad Garafola.

During this time hold close to the memories and good times shared as a source of comfort. Being ever mindful of the pride he embraced when wearing his uniform. Thank you for your service

RIP, Deputy Garafola

Respectfully Submitted, Lt. Alicia S. McKinney
Durham County Sheriff's Office Durham, NC

Lt. Alicia S. McKinney
Durham County Sheriff's Office

July 18, 2016

A little piece of our heart dies with every brother and sister lost. R.I.P. brothers.

Lt. Pfeil
Palm Beach County Sheriffs Office

July 18, 2016

My thoughts and prayers go out to the families, coworkers and friends of Deputy Sheriff Garafola, Officers Jackson and Gerald....may God give them the strength at this most difficult time. Rest In Peace my brothers....you will not be forgotten.

Inspector Richie Perrotta
State of CT., Division of Criminal Justice

July 18, 2016

Rest in Peace My Brother in Blue. Evil will never prosper as long as Brave Men such as yourself stand for good.

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

A/ Detective D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department

July 18, 2016

A police officer should be remembered not by how he died, but how he lived! A great man has gone to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office. Our country is much less safe without you. Rest in Peace Brother!

Anonymous

July 18, 2016

Brad my friend. We had not talked recently and that was my fault. I got busy, with a new job and life. When I ran into you a few years ago at the down town office, it felt like old times. I should have gotten off my ass and sent you a text, or called. We should have gotten that beer we discussed. My heart is heavy today as it was yesterday when I received the news that you passed. You were a awesome deputy and a great friend. I will always remember you. Rest easy my friend.

Ty Faciane
Friend

July 18, 2016

RIP brother Brad.

May God bless and be with your family, co-workers and friends at this very difficult time.

Investigator D. Bevenour
Gettysburg Police Department

July 18, 2016

Semper Fi, Deputy Garafola.

Patrick E Libby

July 18, 2016

"My Brother"

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.
He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.
He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.
He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.
He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became
frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.
He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he
never wavered.
He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He longed for his family during the long hours.
He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely
weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart.
He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling
and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father.
He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the
people he served.
He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to
be the best he could be.
He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.
He was a cop, he was my Brother.

Rest easy Brother Garafola, we have the watch...



”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

You answered the call and made the ultimate sacrifice. Rest easy in God's kingdom and watch over us as we continue the battle here on earth!!!

Police Officer
Seattle Police Department

July 18, 2016