Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

So painful to see the long list of fallen officers annually. I never had the pleasure of meeting Officer Toney but throughout all of this, I have heard nothing but positive things about his character. It saddens me to think of him responding to a seemingly routine call and not knowing it would be his last moments in this life. It is a reminder that any given day could be our last as a law enforcement officials.
My sentiments to Officer Toney's family, friends, and colleagues at the Gwinnett County Police Dept. His Spirit shall forever shine.

Detective J.T. Favors
Dekalb County Police Dept.

November 1, 2018

Every so often in life, you indirectly cross paths with a person you don't know, and that person marks you forever. Although these were tragic circumstances, It was a great privilege to honor Office Toney and his family with the 12Stone parking team at his service. By the end of the service I felt I knew this young man personally, and was saddened that I never had that opportunity during his life here on earth.
Since your service Officer Toney, each day I hear your final call from the radio in my head and it reminds me to thank our First Responders every time I see them in life and never again wish I had during a funeral service. May the Almighty Father in Heaven, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit bless, comfort and keep your family. I will meet you one fine day Officer Toney. Rest in Peace.

Chuck Keller

October 29, 2018

Brother is has been a week and my heart is still heavy. I’ve learned so much about you in the last week and I am grateful knowing that you wore the same uniform that I wear. You touched a lot of people in a positive way. Rest in heaven brother. Gone but never forgotten. You will truly be missed. Gwinnett will never be the same without you.

Cpl. Grissom #1555
GCPD

October 28, 2018

From what I've read and watched Antwan is up there laughing at us wondering what all the fuss is about. What a remarkable young man. Antwan, your sister did you proud, had me weeping for the loss but as I sat here crying I realized that's not necessarily bad because in death you're touching people that would never have known you.

I believe that even in death he will continue to impact and change lives ... every time you guys do something he would have suggested, each time you extend a kindness because you remember that's what he would have done when you use something ... anything from humor to mediation to empathy to touch lives and you do it with Antwan in mind, he is living and making a difference. My heart breaks for you all.

Deborah Wood
Citizen

October 28, 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 Antwan'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

October 28, 2018

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

Lt. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD

October 27, 2018

Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. Rest easy.

Investigator K. Kuebler
Nebraska State Patrol

October 25, 2018

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whose blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

October 25, 2018

So saddened to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.

Reserve Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

October 25, 2018

Rest in Peace Toney, Thank you for your Service.
My Prayers for your Family both Blood and Blue!

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

October 25, 2018

Rest easy, sir.

Officer Thomas Harper
JBPD

October 25, 2018

R.I.P Officer Toney. This is so tragic and unexpecting we will never understand why this happen but we never question God when he calls one of his Angels home. Thank you for your bravery we love you and may you live on through us.

Anonymous
Anonymous

October 25, 2018

Antwan, although we never met, we wore the same French blue uniform with pride. I have heard a lot of great things about you. My heart hurts and will carry your name with me. God Speed.

Trooper Michael Blute
Arizona Highway Patrol

October 24, 2018

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Officer Toney. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Gwinnett County Police Department.

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

October 24, 2018

Rest in Peace Antwan, you have made a big impact on our society and always will. Thank you for your service and bravery in the police force.

Anonymous
Anonymous

October 24, 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

October 24, 2018

We were in orientation and a little bit of training together at the academy. I didn’t get in but this past week I have been reflecting on the events.

RIP you made the community better with your presence. Prayers to your fam and friends.

Carey

October 24, 2018

Rest in peace brother, your sacrifice will never be forgotten.........

Detective Sergeant Edward Carlile
Northfield Village Police Dept (OH)

October 24, 2018

RIP Brother! May God hold you in his hands giving everlasting peace!

Master Patrolman T. J. Topor
Gwinnett County Police Dept.

October 24, 2018

Rest In Peace brother.

Officer Kyle Groose
Laramie PD, WY

October 23, 2018

Antwan, you were an amazing human being. I am truly privileged to have known you, and more privileged to have called you a friend. I know all of us former"Hoagies" love and miss you. You made our lives better each day we got to work with you, and I have no doubt you did the same for your department in Georgia. Sadness cannot begin to describe the emotion right now. Rest easy bro.

Deputy District Attorney Mike Paone
Orange County District Attorney

October 23, 2018

Survivors of the Shield NYPD honors the life and service of Officer Antwan Toney

Survivors of the Shield
Families of the fallen officers of NYPD

October 23, 2018

Thank you for your service Officer Toney, may you rest in peace. Your ultimate sacrifice will not be forgotten, sir.

Detective G.T. Craig (Ret.)
Louisville Metro Police Department (KY)

October 23, 2018

God bless your family. Rest easy brother...we got it from here.

Detective Z.H. Neal
Cobb County Police

October 23, 2018

I’m active duty in the Navy and when I returned from a deployment this was the first thing I heard on the news and it is a terrible thing knowing the turmoil that this nation is succumbing to. My wife is on police academy and I’ve always avidly supported everything our officers do. When I retire from my naval service it is what I want to do as well. RIP brother, another sheepdog lost defending the sheep.

MMWFN Caleb G. Safrit
USN, USS Georgia SSGN-729(Blue)

October 23, 2018