Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My heart bleeds for the loss of one who was loved, one who was a protector, and one who was and still is an inspiration to many. May God open his kingdom to an honored one coming home. Prayers for the family.

J. Bennett 311
Alachua P.D.

June 5, 2017

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 FrankKapusta
Mohawk PD

June 5, 2017

God Speed Lieutenant Crook.

Chief Mark Stella
Concord University Police

June 4, 2017

Today is the first day I have been on duty since I lost you. Crook was my training officer, my friend and most importantly my brother. This officer here is the best officer I've ever known. Crook stay with me and all your brother throughout the rest of our careers. Rest easy my brother. We have watch from here

Deputy Sheriff Matthew Hatfield
Mercer County Sheriff's Office, previously Bluefield Police Department

June 4, 2017

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray Psalm 91 over all LEO’s and this prayer also:

“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 your family to God every morning for over six years. I pray that Aaron's life and death will bring glory to His name.

Trust 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

June 3, 2017

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 3, 2017

R.I.P. BROTHER Crook!!!

Nebraska Police Officer

June 2, 2017

My deepest condolences to the entire Crook family, and to the entire Bluefield Police Department. May the peace of God be with you all.

First Sergeant Tom Webb (Retired)
New York State Police

June 2, 2017

Still hard to believe that he's gone. I've known him for the majority of my life and thought the world of him. I remember in college I would stop by the station and hang out with him between classes. You will surely be missed buddy. Thanks for everything brother. Fly high and keep an eye over us all.

Lieutenant Kyle Bowling
Princeton Fire Department

June 2, 2017

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

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

June 2, 2017

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Lieutenant Crook. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Bluefield Police Department.

U.S. Postal Inspector Scott Horne
U.S. Postal Inspection Service

June 2, 2017

A tragic all too common loss. Brother, may your eternal rest be ever peaceful and God Bless you.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

June 2, 2017

RIP my brother..peace and prayers for your family, friends and fellow officers..Marty Mooney retired Detective NYPD and son Alex active NYPD..Blue Knights XIX/XXXII Syracuse NY.

Det Marty Mooney/Retired
NYPD

June 2, 2017

"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 WY Police Department

June 2, 2017

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SACRIFICE AND SERVICE

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE

RET.TFC Theresa Medcalf
Ga State Patrol

June 2, 2017

God bless you Lieutenant Aaron Lloyd Crook for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family, and to your brothers and sisters of the Bluefield Police Department.
R.I.P / Semper Fi!

Wm Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP, Trafic & Escort Unit

June 2, 2017

The sun will always shine on you. Because you where there for us. Darkness will never prevail. Sleep well my Brother. I will see you in the morning.

Deputy Marshal Fort Worth Texas Jaime Ma
Fort Worth Texas Marshal's Office

June 1, 2017

Rest in peace brother. You are a true hero.

Jamie Davis
Pittsylvania County sheriff's office

June 1, 2017

Rest easy brother, we have the watch now. Semper Fortis!

MA3 Justin Wion
U.S. Navy

June 1, 2017

"Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints”. Psalm 116:15

God bless you Lt. Crook may you rest in peace.

Michael Miller
Civilian, CO
Former Police Reserve Officer

June 1, 2017

Every year we come here to a train show and to rail fan and these officers are always top notch. I am sorry Lt. that we still have those that would drink and drive. May God welcome you with open arms. As a Marine I say Semper Fidelis. You earned it.

State Trooper D Osborne
Tennessee Highway Patrol

June 1, 2017

RIP, prayers for the family.

Sgt. Ron Cromer
Martin Co. Sheriff's Office

June 1, 2017

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 Elected Sheriff, Jim Weaver
Jerome County Sheriff Office, Jerome, Idaho

June 1, 2017

GOD SPEED

Stephen Bruet PPO II
North Carolina Department of Public Safety

June 1, 2017

Rest in peace Brother Aaron.

Ofc. Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD

June 1, 2017