Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Martin I never got to meet you but as a citizen of Des Moines, I wanted to let your family know they are still in my prayers. 5 years ago you made the ultimate sacrifice just for being a police officer. As the 3rd great granddaughter of a sheriff from Davis County Iowa, I have learned a lesson from many area law enforcement officers to always say thank you for your service and sacrifice. Your heart and spirit live on in the many other offices patrolling the streets here in Central Iowa.

Tonya LaFarr
Law Enforcement Supporter, Iowa

October 29, 2021

Rest in peace and always know that your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

November 2, 2020

You and My Son Jamie had a special bond. Gone too soon.

janet - mother of fallen officer Jamie Daniel Buenting,
RCPD #13-24 EOW 9-13-2013

April 6, 2019

Rest in peace Patrolman Martin.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

March 17, 2019

Officer Martin, On the anniversary of your death you are not forgotten. Rest in peace with the Lord.

lynn erickson
citizen of iowa

November 3, 2018

John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

August 30, 2018

You will forever remain in OUR hearts! I heard the gunshots ring out. I still hear them when I think of that terrible night! How could anyone be so sick as to think this would somehow be helpful? My heart bleeds as I think of what GREAT people you both were! Thank YOU for your service. You will NEVER be forgotten!

Iris Eng Former Government worker
citizen of America (Urbandale, IA)

November 5, 2017

Remembering you today Sir. You are not forgotten.

Det. Michele Nelson
Riverside County Sheriff's Department, CA

November 2, 2017

I remember those gun shots ringing out in the early morning. Even now, I hear the echo of those shots screaming loudly that one of our best has just been shot. I pray that the individual who did this to you is locked away forever with the key lost never to be found. You were so young and so full of life. You heard Heaven's call. You had to go....May peace be with your loved ones. I'm just one American but I can tell you, your family is loved more than words can EVER SAY in this Urbandale town just like you were. NEVER will we forget! 50 years and safety was assured or so we thought.....This sleepy little town woke up to this tragedy.

Iris Eng
American citizen

May 16, 2017

Martin, I had the honor and pleasure of meeting your aunt & uncle this evening 03/23/17. They told me all about you and I am a better man for it. RIP my brother and I will remember you forever. You will always be remembered and God Bless Julie and Greg for sharing you with me. Hold that AR with pride in heaven and thank you for reaching out through your aunt and uncle.

Deputy Tim Kiele
Whatcom County Sheriffs Office

March 23, 2017

God's peace and speed Officer Martin. Thank you for your brave, dedicated service. RIP Brother.

P/O R. Popelka #7903
Chicago P.D.

December 17, 2016

God bless you my brother. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. May His healing hand touch your family, friends, and fellow officers. Rest easy my brother, we'll take the watch from here.

Trooper Steve Olson
Michigan State Police

December 10, 2016

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 PD

November 24, 2016

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

Hon. Travis Bird
Spotsylvania Commonwealth's Attorney Office

November 23, 2016

Rest in Peace, Police Officer Justin Martin. Thank you for your service to this country and your community. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and your department at this time.

Chief Reuben C. Black
Barnwell Police Dept., Barnwell, SC

November 22, 2016

To the family of Police Officer Justin Martin, friends, Chief of Police Ross McCarty and the Urbandale Police Department.
You are lifted up in thoughts and prayers. May God comfort, hold you close and give you peace now and always. Thank you for your service. John 15:13 / Matthew 5:9

Patrolman A.S. Batson
Cherry / O'Berry Police Department NC

November 21, 2016

Ofc. Martin,

Rest In Peace brother. God Speed.

Ofc. D. Abbott
Nashville Metro Police Dept. (TN)

November 15, 2016

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.”

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.

I have lifted you and your family to God every morning for over five 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

November 14, 2016

RIP Sir. May God be with your Family and loved ones. Rest easy now Brother.

Officer Steven Austin
Lawrence TWP P.D. (NJ)

November 13, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss

Survivor Jacqueline Rebel
Arizona Department of Public Safety

November 13, 2016

The Durham County Sheriff's Office BLET Academy 38 sends its deepest condolences to your family and department. Rest In Peace.

BLET 38
Durham County Sheriff's Office

November 10, 2016

R.I.P. BROTHER Martin!!!

Nebraska Police Officer

November 10, 2016

I know it is God that drives us to face danger when others flee. We are not heroes but protectors that believe and know we make a difference every day. No words now can take away the pain. But your remembered today, tonight as I pin on the badge. I won't forget.

Deputy Ronnie Cullen
Webster county sheriff office

November 8, 2016

Too soon....is the first thought that comes to mind. A young man who willingly took on the challenge of solving societies problems . Taken way too soon. As I continue to learn about this profession, I have to remind myself to take all the training serious and make sure I do the best I can to make it home as well as making sure my partners do the same. It is difficult because something are so far away from your control. To this young man, I say thank you, may your Rest In Peace. You will be missed.

Recruit Lisandro Jimenez
LASD

November 8, 2016

Prayers go out to you and your family. R.I.P. Your watch is over

Recruit Robert Ramirez
Los Angles County Sheriffs Department

November 8, 2016