Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

A police officer should be remembered not by how he died, but how he lived! A great man has gone to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the Milwaukee Police Department. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace Brother!

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

February 7, 2019

Thank you for your service, brother! Semper Fi, Marine. Valhalla awaits. “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God” Matthew 5:9

Grandson of fallen officer Richard F. Gi
Civilian Supporter

February 7, 2019

God bless you Matthew. Thank you for your servive to your country and to the citizens of Milwaukee. My heart goes to out to your family, friends, and fellow officers. It takes a special person to go into battle not only defending our country in war, but also defending our communities against drugs and violent crime. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Rest peacefully my brother.

Sgt. (Ret.) Jeff Puffenbarger #287
Charles Co. Sheriff's Office, MD
Patrol Division 1996-2014
SWAT 2001-2009
U.S. Army 1988-1991

February 7, 2019

RIP MyBrother we have it from here

Patrolman Ret. Thomas Richmond
West Bridgewater police department mass.

February 7, 2019

On behalf of the Ohio Bureau of Identification & Investigation, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Police Officer Matthew Rittner and the extended law enforcement family of the Milwaukee Police Department, Wisconsin.

End of Watch Wednesday, February 6, 2019.

Rest in Peace brother and watch over us. We will protect and serve from here on in your honor.

I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, But tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.

By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation

February 7, 2019

Semper Fi brother.

Officer Nathan Nolte
Versailles Police Department

February 7, 2019

May God welcome you with open arms. Semper FI Marine.

Sgt David Osborne
Tennessee Highway Patrol

February 7, 2019

Rest easy Brother, Thank you for your service. You won’t be forgotten.

Blessed are the peacemakers: For they shall be called the children of God.

Matthew 5:9

Jerry Matalone #8046 (Retired)
Des Moines Iowa Police Department

February 7, 2019

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

February 7, 2019

Never forgotten. Prayers to family and friends.

Retired telecommunicator B Rodriguez
Texas

February 7, 2019

Psalm 15.
God bless.
Rest in peace brother.

Sgt. Paul Schanno
Minnesota Dept.of Corrections MCF-Stillwater

February 7, 2019

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…

This inspiring poem was written by Jim Weaver, a retired LAPD Officer and former Idaho Sheriff. It is submitted with his full support and approval. We feel ceremonies such as this actually occur in the Heavenly Realm. We can all gain a glimpse at… ImagineHeaven.net …with the faith building book by Pastor John Burke, and his NDE interviews with credible individuals granted such Near Death Experiences. Both my Pastor and Family Doctors feel many such instances are fully valid. Indeed, “Do nor fear…for it is the Father’s good pleasure to give you the Kingdom” (Luke 12:32). May the Family, Friends and Department be comforted as Magnificent Reunions truly await all Christians!

Joe Lanier (a former Asst. Chief of Jasper, Texas PD)

February 7, 2019

May you see God's light on the path ahead
when the road you walk is dark.
May you always hear, even in your hour of sorrow,
the gentle singing of the lark.
When times are hard may hardness never turn your heart to stone.
May you always remember when the shadows fall you do not walk alone.

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God

Detective 1st Grade (Retired)
Michael R. Prate Sr.
New York City Police Department
79 Detective Squad

February 7, 2019

Rest, brother.

PFC Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

February 7, 2019

May God bless your family as they grieve for you! You were obviously a very happy person! Your service to our country is honorable and under appreciated. Americans are safer because of your sacrifice. Even though I didn’t know you, you are my hero.

American citizen, Ohio

February 7, 2019

Semper Fi Brother! We have the Watch. Rest In Peace.

Police Officer Russell Orlando
Union City Police Department

February 7, 2019

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief (Retired) Jim Allen
Mobile County Alabama Child Support Enforcement

February 7, 2019

“Some people wonder all their lives if they’ve made a difference, Marines don’t have that problem. “ -President Ronald Reagan. Brother, your smile was always contagious, weather it was a hot 120 degree day in Iraq, or a frigid day on the streets in Milwaukee. You made a difference with the brothers and sisters your served with in Milwaukee. You made a difference with everyone you served with in the Marines. You made a difference in a war-torn, dusty, hot country full of people you had never met. You made a difference on the streets of Milwaukee. You are my brother and will never be forgotten. Until Valhalla.

Milwaukee Police Officers Erik and Rache
Milwaukee Police Department

February 7, 2019

RIP my Marine and law enforcement brother. My prayers are with your family friends.

Sgt. Lisa Ausmus
Oakland PD

February 7, 2019

Thank you for your service Marine. May you rest in peace. Semper Fi!

Patrolman (Retired) Hugh Hamilton
NYCBP

February 7, 2019

Thank you for protecting and serving this city. You will always be remembered as a hero. RIP Officer Rittner. Praying for your family.

Jodi Wolf
Grateful Citizen of Milwaukee

February 7, 2019

Thank you for your service.

Dmytro Goloborodko

February 7, 2019

Rest easy Brother. Prayers for family, friends and coworkers.

Career Officer (Ret.) Victor Agosto
Chesterfield County Police (Va.)

February 7, 2019

RIP Officer Rittner. Sincere condolences to his family and loved ones. May God give them strength through this sad time. You were a hero and were taken too soon. Salute and Respect.

Constable Tessa Le Roux
South African Police Service

February 7, 2019

Your Service is appreciated! May your family and Department stay strong at this time.

F.T.O. Michael St.Clair II
Chicago Police Department

February 7, 2019