Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The mayor stated that heroes come in different forms; this HERO came in blue. The Williams families hearts are broken and we pray for the family of Officer Cousette.

Police Inspector, retired JP Williams
Berkeley PD / Alameda Co DA

September 18, 2019

RIP my brother. May your loved ones be comforted knowing there are others who share their sorrow. Thank you Inv. Cousette for your service and May GOD receive you into his kingdom.

Deputy Sheriff (Ret), Glen Allison
Tarrant County Sheriff Dept Ft Worth Tx

September 18, 2019

The mayor stated that heroes come in different forms; this HERO came in blue. The Williams families hearts go out to the family of Officer Cousette.

Police Inspector, retired JP Williams
Berkeley PD / Alameda Co DA

September 18, 2019

RIEP my brother, You paid the ultimate price in a high priced game protecting and serving others! Our prayers are with your family and the family of the Bondsman.

Ranger Rayl Evans
Arizona Rangers, Est 1901

September 18, 2019

Thankful for your bravery and courage. May God bless you in his kingdom as you go home to rest. Well done thy faithful servant. I shall meet you there soon

Detective Harvey Walton
LMPD

September 18, 2019

"Somebody killed a policeman today,
And a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect
Will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect who shot him will stand up in court,
With counsel demanding his rights,
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids
And spend alone many long nights.
The beat that he walked was a battlefield, too,
Just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
To his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
It happened in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line.
Now, his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
And he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call and gave us his all,
And a part of America died."

Author Unknown

E.C. Proft Chief Deputy retired
ICSO

September 18, 2019

On behalf of POINT 27, we would like to offer condolences for Investigator Dornell Cousette. Please know we are eternally grateful for Dornell’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.

To honor Investigator Cousette, POINT 27 sent 27 Thin Blue Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9, to the Tuscaloosa, Alabama Police Department for Dornell’s partner and fellow officers. POINT 27 sent Folded Flag Necklaces engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Investigator’s Cousette’s fiancée and two daughters. Also, POINT 27 sent a United States Army Shields of Strength Dog Tag to honor Dornell’s service to his country.

POINT 27 is a Non-Profit organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, by sharing scripture on Dog Tags and Jewelry called Shields of Strength.

We will never forget and we are forever grateful.

Respectfully,

Colonel David Dodd,
United States Army Retired
Executive Director-POINT 27

Jerry M. Rhodes
Detective, Dallas Police Department-Reserve Division
POINT 27
National Law Enforcement Outreach Coordinator
[email protected]
214-908-2617

Detective Jerry M. Rhodes (Retired)
Dallas Police Department
POINT 27- a Law Enforcement Liaison

September 17, 2019

To the family of Investigator Cousette my deepest condolences . There are no words that can take the sting away , the pain away , the sadness away .....
To the family in blue of Investigator Cousette , I know of your pain and in the days to come you will struggle like never before with your call to duty . Lean on each other and know that your fellow brother and sisters in blue share your grief .....
Lastly, but definitely not least Investigator Cousette thank you for your military service and thank you for sharing the blue with me . You did what you knew to do and that was answer the call , you accepted the call and the consequences of anothers' action . You did so without reservation , you did what you were call to do . With both your families of blood and blue I mourn you sir and with the greatest of gratitude for who you were and still are in all our lives I thank you for your selfless service to us all......what greater love than to lay down your life for your brother .....rest peacefully sir your brothers and sisters have the watch from here......

Valerie Pickens (Retired Ofcr. )
Birmingham Police Dept.

September 17, 2019

Heavenly Father, our hearts and prayers go out to the Tuscaloosa, Alabama Police Department and for the family, friends, and colleagues of Investigator Dornell Cousette, of the Tuscaloosa Police Department, who was shot and killed in the Line-of-Duty on Monday, September 16, 2019. Depart, dear Brother-in-Blue, out of this world into the arms of the Father who created you, into the arms of the Son who redeemed you, and into the arms of the Spirit who made you whole. You have fought the good fight, you have finished the race, and you have kept the faith [Inspired by 2Timothy 4:7]. Now rest easy in peace. We will take it from here. Amen.

Jesus teaches us the following:

1. “Blessed are those who mourn. They will be comforted.” [Matthew 5:4];
2. “Blessed are those who make peace. They will be called God’s children.” [Matthew 5:9];
3. "The greatest love you can show is to give your life for your friends.” [John 15:13], and;
4. “I [Jesus] can guarantee this Truth: Today you will be with Me in Paradise.” [Luke 23:43].

Rev. Dr. Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA, MNACM
Ordained & Licensed Independent Christian Minister [Since 2009]
The Steven Robert Closs Prayer Ministries [Since 2009]
Merrimack, NH 03054
Appointed Chaplain: Merrimack NH Police Department [Since 2014]
Appointed Chaplain: Nashua NH Police Department [Since 2018]

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department

September 17, 2019

Heavenly Father, our hearts and prayers go out to the Tuscaloosa, Alabama Police Department and for the family, friends, and colleagues of Investigator Dornell Cousette, of the Tuscaloosa Police Department, who was shot and killed in the Line-of-Duty on Monday, September 16, 2019. Depart, dear Brother-in-Blue, out of this world into the arms of the Father who created you, into the arms of the Son who redeemed you, and into the arms of the Spirit who made you whole. You have fought the good fight, you have finished the race, and you have kept the faith [Inspired by 2Timothy 4:7]. Now rest easy in peace. We will take it from here. Amen.

Jesus teaches us the following:

1. “Blessed are those who mourn. They will be comforted.” [Matthew 5:4];
2. “Blessed are those who make peace. They will be called God’s children.” [Matthew 5:9];
3. "The greatest love you can show is to give your life for your friends.” [John 15:13], and;
4. “I [Jesus] can guarantee this Truth: Today you will be with Me in Paradise.” [Luke 23:43].

Rev. Dr. Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA, MNACM
Ordained & Licensed Independent Christian Minister [Since 2009]
The Steven Robert Closs Prayer Ministries [Since 2009]
Merrimack, NH 03054
Appointed Chaplain: Merrimack NH Police Department [Since 2014]
Appointed Chaplain: Nashua NH Police Department [Since 2018]

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department

September 17, 2019

God Bless You , Your Family, & Friends.
Thank you for your unselfish service.

James P Waggle
Civilian

September 17, 2019

May God bless you and your family. You paid the ultimate sacrifice. May you rest in peace my brother in blue.

(Ret) Trooper Dean Aires
PA State Police

September 17, 2019

We will never forget Investigator Dornell Cousette. I wish words could help heal your pain. May you seek and find comfort through the support of friends and family - both blood and blue.

Melissa Baker Bohn
Mother of Sgt. Daniel Baker EOW 5/30/18

September 17, 2019

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service. God's speed sir.

Lieutenant John C. Moore
Wisconsin State Conservation Warden

September 17, 2019

Deepest Sympathy to the family and the Brothers and Sisters of the Tuscaloosa Police Department,Alabama. RIP Brother we got the Watch.

Chaplain Terry L. Longacre (Ret.Manor Tw
Red RoseLodge FOP# 16 Lancaster, County Pennsylvania y

September 17, 2019

RIP officer. Prayers to your blood, love and blue families.

Deputy Sheriff Terri Van Houten
Rock Country Sheriff's Office

September 17, 2019

RIP officer. Prayers to your blood, love and blue families.

Deputy Sheriff Terri Van Houten
Rock Country Sheriff's Office

September 17, 2019

Rest In Peace My Brother

Deputy Shannon Yates
Covington County Sheriff Department

September 17, 2019

Rest In Peace...

Retired Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

September 17, 2019

The Louisiana Probation and Parole Class #42 thank you for your service and will keep your family and friends in our prayers as you fly high.

Agent Jessica Calamia
Louisiana Probation & Parole

September 17, 2019

The mayor stated that heroes come in many forms; this one came in blue. The Williams families hearts go out to the Cousette family.

Police Inspector, retired JP Williams
Berkeley PD / Alameda Co DA

September 17, 2019

Thank you for your service sir, GOD BLESS.

Mrs.C Singleton /Concern Citizen

September 17, 2019

Rest in his arms sir and thank you for your service.1

Dexter Mckelvin
Franklin Township police

September 17, 2019

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

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

September 17, 2019

R.I.P Investigator Dornell Cousette

Brian Molyneaux
Citizen

September 17, 2019