Milwaukee Police Department, Wisconsin
End of Watch Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Reflections for Police Officer Peter E. C. Jerving
Officer Jerving,
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
February 12, 2023
Rest In Peace Brother.
Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired
February 12, 2023
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
Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
February 12, 2023
May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Officer Jerving.
Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department
February 11, 2023
We will always remember because we never forget. Rest In Peace.
PO Ricky Digrugilliers
NYPD PSA6
February 10, 2023
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 10, 2023
Rest in peace you brave warrior. Your name will live on forever. May the lord Jesus Christ bring comfort to your family and friends who will miss you the rest of their lives. Thank you for your sacrifice.
Ret. Sgt. Merced Corona
Father of fallen Officer Natalie Corona
February 10, 2023
I am sad to learn of the passing of a Brother and Hero in Police Officer Peter E. C. Jerving. I believe our Heavenly Father has welcomed him home into his loving arms where he will now patrol the Golden Streets of Heaven. May the Lord deliver Blessings, Comfort and Peace to his Family, Friends and all Members of the Milwaukee Police Department, Wisconsin.
Retired, T W Martinez
FOP member
State of New Mexico/JJS
February 10, 2023
Rest In Peace, E.O.W. Sending prayers to your family and love ones, also sending condolences to your brothers and sisters in blue.
Chief of Police (Ret.) Michael White
I.H.P.D.
February 9, 2023
Thank you for your service. Prayers for your Family and Department
Sergeant Monica Veney
Baltimore Police Department
February 9, 2023
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
February 9, 2023
My sincere and deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Police Officer Peter Jerving and to the entire Milwaukee Police Dept. Rest In Peace.
Officer Eric Chiang (RETIRED)
San Francisco Police Department
February 9, 2023
Rest in peace, Officer Jerving. Praying for your loved ones.
Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY
February 9, 2023
Rest In Peace Officer Jerving, my sincere condolences to your family and to your department. God speed as you now patrol the streets of gold. Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Fair winds and following seas brother we have the watch.
TERRY F ZECH OFC RET
Department of Veteran Affairs Police Department Detroit Michigan
February 9, 2023
Thank you for your service. You will always be remembered as a member of The Thin Blue Line.
SGT. Steve Hounchell (ret)
Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Largo Florida
February 9, 2023
Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.
Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York
February 9, 2023
R.I.P Officer Peter Jerving
Brian Molyneaux
Citizen Toronto Canada
February 9, 2023
Requiescat in Paces
Sergean Mike O'Connor
Branford CT PD
February 9, 2023
Rest In Peace Brother.
Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired
February 9, 2023
You gave your life to keep us safe. There is a very special place in Heaven for bravehearts, and you will be there.
Patricia Harrison
February 9, 2023
Police Officer Peter E. C. Jerving, you are a HERO! I am so very sorry that you lost your life at the hands of this coward. I believe that you and he are in much different places today. May God Bless you and all those that love and care about you. I thank you for your brave service to all of us. Rest In Peace, Brother.
Mary Milam
Sergeant (Ret)
Chicago Police Department
Hudson, FL
February 9, 2023
Prayers & Condolences
Rest in Peace Officer Peter E. C. Jerving
Sgt. Randy Keenan ~ (Retired)
City of Alameda, CA Police Department
February 9, 2023
Officer Jerving, we are all great full for your service and the sacrifice you have given. May God watch over you and your family, friends and fellow officers. You will never be forgotten and may you peace above us all.
Lieutenant Robert A Magnan
Rhode Island State Police retired
February 9, 2023
Rest In Peace. Officer Jerving. You shall never be forgotten. Condolences go out to the family and friends involved.
Anonyomus
Concerned Citizen
February 9, 2023
Thank you for your service Officer Jerving. May God's grace bring peace to your family and fellow officers. Another hero gone too soon.
Sgt Wm C Elliott (retired)
Campbell County Sheriff's Office VA
February 9, 2023
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