Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My deepest condolences on your loss of Joseph, may God give you strength during this terrible time.

DJ Bell, COII
Hiland Mountain Correctional Center, Eagle River Alaska

July 26, 2018

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Glenn was killed in the line of duty.

To the Gomm family, fellow correctional officers, and all who call Joseph 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 Correctional Officer Gomm gave to his community and the citizens of Minnesota and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on July 18th, 2018.

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

July 26, 2018

My deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Corrections Officer Gomm. Thank You for your service and sacrifice, Officer Gomm. You are a Forever HERO! God Bless You All

- Allie Proudly Supporting All L.E.O.’s
Wife of a Corrections Deputy

July 26, 2018

I am sorry to read of your loss. Rest well in the afterlife, my brother. We have the watch from here.

Correctional Officer I Chris Bonham
Colorado Department of Corrections

July 25, 2018

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.”

I know that God sends those angels to watch over our officers, sometimes to protect them and sometimes to whisk our officers into His presence.

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 seven years. I pray that Joseph's life and death will bring glory to God.

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

July 25, 2018

My heart broke when I heard the news.
God Bless you.

Corrections Officer Katie Lauruhn
Alaska Department of Corrections

July 24, 2018

Rest in peace brother.

Investigator Stephen Trejo
Donna I.S.D. Police Dept. Tx

July 24, 2018

Officer Gomm,

Thank you and your family for your sacrifice. May you rest in the arms of the Lord.

Det. Russ Cain
Pittsburgh PD

July 24, 2018

"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 Police department
Powell, Wyoming

July 23, 2018

RIP Officer Gomm.
You paid the ultimate sacrifice with in your position with the DOC. Thank you for your service. To your family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. To my fellow DOC Brothers and Sisters all over, be safe and may you go home to your family after each shift.
God Speed Officer Gomm.........
You will not be forgotten.

Sgt. W
DOC WISCOSIN

July 23, 2018

My deepest condolences to the family and co workers of Officer Gomm may God give you peace and strength in this difficult time.

Ofc. N.Baker
MTC Gadsden Correction Quincy,Fl

July 23, 2018

Ofc. Gomm, your absence is heavy on all our minds but rest easy, we've got the watch from here. Heaven will be that much more inviting and serene after 16 years in hell. E.O.W. 7-18-18.

Officer
MN DOC

July 23, 2018

The job that must be done, that no one wants to do. You were loyal and dedicated. Help your loved ones to be strong without you here. You will not be forgotten - RIP Joseph B. Gomm.

Lieutenant
MN Department of Corrections

July 23, 2018

Rest in peace brother! We have the watch from here. May God Bless your family and friends.

LT. A. Orozco
ADOT/ECD

July 23, 2018

Big loss for the good guys.

Josh Schwartz Training Coordinator
Adult Correctional Facility- Hennepin

July 23, 2018

Sending my sincere heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and department of our fallen Officer. I am so very sorry for the loss of your HERO. May God give you comfort, strength and peace during this difficult time.

Officer Gomm, thank you for your lifetime of loyal, dedicated and selfless service to your community and keeping them safe. You will live on in the hearts of all who love you.

God Bless and RIP HERO..

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

July 23, 2018

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Officer Gomm. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Minnesota Department of Corrections.

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

July 23, 2018

Prayers to the family and friends of Officer Gomm. Rest in peace Brother.

Senior Officer Specialist Dwayne Hopkins
Federal Bureau of Prisons, Pollock LA

July 23, 2018

RIP brother, you will always be remembered.

Officer J. Honeycutt
Utah Valley University Police Dept.

July 23, 2018

Rest In Peace dear brother. We will care on the good fight.

Corrections Officer Steve Nelson
Stillwater MN Dept of Corrections

July 22, 2018

Rest in peace brother. You are a true hero.

Jamie D Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office

July 22, 2018

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.

Javier Cornejo, Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department, Milwaukee WI

July 22, 2018

Rest in Peace Officer Gomm, Thank you for your service. Prayers to your Family and Friends.

Deputy Terri Albright, #668
DuPage County Sheriff's Office

July 22, 2018

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

Douglas Maykowski
Fraternal Order Of Police Central Macomb Lodge #187 Macomb County Mich

July 22, 2018

To the family of my Brother in blue, I send you my sincerest condolences and prayers for your family as you try to make sense of what has happened. R.I.P Brother

Correction Officer Kizmette Wright
New York City Department of Corrections

July 22, 2018