Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Van Vegten,
On today, the 5th anniversary of your death I hold just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chicago. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

November 2, 2022

Rest in peace Officer Van Vegten.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 12, 2021

Rest in Peace Andre. I had the pleasure of working with you in the 012th District years ago. You were always a gentleman and very knowledgeable with the gangs in Pilsen.

Detective Joe Lestinsky
(former CPD)

March 25, 2021

I hope that everyone will find comfort in the scripture Acts 24:15-"And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous andAnd I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection+ of both the righteous and the unrighteous the unrighteous." Until we see our loved ones again in Paradise on Earth, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

August 23, 2018

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Andre died ten years after he was seriously injured in the line of duty.

To the Van Vegten family, fellow officers, and all who call Andre 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. I hope that your family knows that a nation mourned for you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Officer Van Vegten gave to his community and the citizens of Illinois and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on November 2, 2017

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

August 20, 2018

May Officer Andre H. Van Vegten's soul rest in Heaven, and may our Lord God bless both his wife and daughter. Officer Van Vegten will never be forgotten.

First Sergeant Thomas Webb (Retired)
New York State Police

February 16, 2018

May the sun shine on you forever. Darkness will never prevail. Sleep well my Brother. I will see you in the morning.

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

February 14, 2018