Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I served with Bernie in the Marines. He was a true friend and a brother that always had our backs. Heartbreaking end to such a dedicated man. Fair winds and following seas Brother. Semper Fi.

Justin Allen

February 15, 2024

I didn’t know you and have never been to the US, but as an ex UK Officer of nearly 24 years service, I see all officers as brothers and sisters in blue. I am sorry to hear of this and the loss that will be felt by your family and your department.

May you rest in peace and know that you did your duty, thank you for your service

David Lane
Ex UK officer Dover, England

July 30, 2023

Cap’t Birnie was an Officers Officer!! He was firm, yet fair. I worked for a neighboring Dept, however had the chance to watch him work!! There was none better!! Rest well Cap…. You are missed by all who knew you….

Randall Lewis
Genesee Twp. P D

February 12, 2023

RIP, God bless you and your family.

PO
Chicago Police Department 011

February 4, 2023

Thank you for your service from an ex Australian Naval Police Lieutenant

Greg
Ex Military Police

September 11, 2022

Cpt. Birnie,

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain

Pittsburgh PD

March 20, 2022

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.

Author Unknown

"Semper Fi"

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

March 18, 2022

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.

Matthew 5:9

May God bless the family of Captain Collin Birnie.

Detective Mark Burke
Detroit Police Commercial Auto Theft

March 2, 2022

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God." Matthew 5: 9. Prayers to his family, fellow officers and friends! RIP and thank you for your service.

Former Correctional Officer G. Reed
Iowa Departament of Correction

March 1, 2022

Rest in Peace Captain Birnie. May the Lord grant your family, friends and co-workers peace during this very difficult time. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Deputy Parole Administrator Howard Wykes
Arizona Department of Juvenile Corrections

February 25, 2022

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Captain Birnie. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Flint Police Department.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

February 14, 2022

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York

February 14, 2022

I am sorry that this happened to you Collin. I am heartbroken brother. I don’t know how to do this at Flint PD without you. It’s always been me and you, together, from the start. Love you brother.

Captain Leigh Golden
Flint Police Department

February 12, 2022

Captain Birnie, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. May God immerse you and your loved ones in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jess Espinosa
Civilian

February 12, 2022

Collin, From your first day on the street you distinguished yourself as a caring, dedicated officer. As the years passed and you were promoted up the ranks, you touched so many lives. Citizens and officers will never forget what you did to make their lives better. You will never be forgotten. Rest In Peace.

Lt. William Khouri (Retired)
Flint Police Department

February 11, 2022

I am sorry that this happened to you Collin. I am heartbroken brother. I don’t know how to do this at Flint PD without you. It’s always been me and you, together, from the start. How do I do this without you??? Love you brother.

Capt. Leigh Golden
Flint Police Department

February 11, 2022

RIP, Thank U & Semper Fi …..

Lt ( Ret ) Mason Rhodes
PD East Greenwich, RI

February 10, 2022

Prayers for the peace of passing, comfort for your family. Thank you for your service to your family, your community and our country.

Reserve Officer Gil Zimmerman
Cherokee Police Department

February 10, 2022

Sending my deepest and most heartfelt condolences for your tragic loss. Deepest sympathy to your friends and family.

Rest In Peace.!

Enid Rodríguez

February 8, 2022

Rest In Peace brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and department during this tragic time. Matthew 5:9.

Lieutenant Don Barton
Garden City PD, MI

February 8, 2022

God, I pray your peace, comfort, hope and strength for the family, friends and co-workers of Captain Birnie. I pray their shared memories of him will bring them comfort as they mourn. Amen.

Pam
Wife of Lt. Kevin Clyde Mainhart EOW 5/11/2017

February 8, 2022

Collin was my best friend, my best man, my brother in the Marine Corps and my brother in blue. Our girls went to the Marine Corps together and we always stayed in touch. Collin was an amazing man, father, husband. I can’t believe you will no longer be in my life. You had an infectious smile and laugh that lit up every room you entered. Love you brother, our retirement wasn’t supposed to be like this.

Dennis Walend
Police Officer / Marine

February 7, 2022

Rest in eternal Peace, good and faithful public servant.
God has already reserved a special place for our peacemakers.
Please continue your careful and diligent watch over us.
When Law Enforcement perishes, a proud and caring nation mourns.
Thank you for your heroic sacrifice!
Thank you for your selfless service!
Thank you for your guardian protection!

Our prayers to the family and department.

Charles F. Holloway, Jr.
Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association
Elizabethtown Police Department

February 7, 2022

So sad 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 Police Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

February 7, 2022

Condolences and prayers for the family and all Flint PD officers.
Captain, thank you for your service to our country and to your community.
Rest in Peace.

Chief R. A. McCann
Armour College Law Enforcement/Department of Public Safety

February 7, 2022