Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace, Trooper Gadd. Praying for your loved ones.

Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY

March 2, 2024

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

Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service (Retired)

March 2, 2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gadd family, Chief Batiste, and the WSP family. May God bless you during this difficult season.

Semper Fidelis

Colonel Paul Pride (ret)
Ohio State Highway Patrol

March 2, 2024

RIP Trooper Gadd; never forgotten, we will take it from here

Det TFO BIA/FBI Daniel Dice
Kalispel Tribal Police

March 2, 2024

RIP Trooper Gladd; never forgotten, we will take it from here

Det TFO BIA/FBI Daniel Dice
Kalispel Tribal Police

March 2, 2024

Rest in Peace Trooper Gadd. Prayers for your family, friends and colleagues. Gods Bless you and them.

PO Ret. John P Murphy
NYPD

March 2, 2024

Rest in Peace my beloved brother..
You are loved.

Rest in Peace
Sgt. D. Hanna
Minnesota State Patrol. 444
District 3200

March 2, 2024

Rest easy brother thank you for your service. May your sacrifice or memory never fade.

Retired #8046 Jealous Matalone
Des Moines Iowa Police Department

March 2, 2024

Rest in Peace Trooper Gadd. You will not be forgotten.

Deputy Borees Kargopoltsev
Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office

March 2, 2024

May Christopher M. Gadds name be remembered as a blessing.
Thank you for your service State Trooper.
My sincere condolences to Mr Gadds family and coworkers.
K. Morgan

Kandy Morgan

March 2, 2024

R.I.P.

Civilian K L

March 2, 2024

My words are a feeble attempt to ease the pain felt by us all at the loss of this Trooper, Husband, Dad, Son, and Friend in our presence. May The Lord ever surround with easement of mind and calmness of heart. He along with others will not be forgotten. Thank this Family's dedication to standing between us and danger. Bless the differences in lives that he made.

Former Police

March 2, 2024

Moment of silence for Trooper Gadd. Thank you for your service.

Instructor Jaime Concha
Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office

March 2, 2024

Dear Chief John R. Batiste:

I hope this letter finds you well, though I understand it is an incredibly tough time for you and everyone connected to your department. I am writing to extend my heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences for the loss of Trooper Christopher M. Gadd, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Trooper Gadd’s death has deeply saddened me and my entire family. The sacrifice that he made while protecting and serving your community is a testament to the selfless and courageous nature of law enforcement officers like him. We can never truly comprehend the risks and challenges faced by those in law enforcement, and we are forever indebted to them for their unwavering commitment to keeping us safe.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Trooper Gadd’s family, friends, and colleagues during this immensely challenging time. Their loss is immeasurable, and we can only hope that the outpouring of support from the community can offer some comfort in these trying times.

In times like these, we must remember the positive impact Trooper Gadd had on countless lives throughout his life and career. The memories of his dedication, kindness, and professionalism will remain etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege to know him.

To you, Chief Batiste, and the entire Washington State Patrol, my family and I want to express our gratitude for the vital work you do each day, often in the face of danger and adversity. The sacrifice of your fallen colleague serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that come with your line of duty. Despite the risks, you continue to serve with integrity and unwavering commitment, and for that, we are immensely thankful.
Having served 44 years as a Law Enforcement Professional, my family stands with you during this time of mourning. Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything we can do to support you and your department during this difficult period.

May the memories of Trooper Gadd be a source of strength and may his legacy inspire others to follow in his footsteps of honor and service. We will forever be indebted to the sacrifice he made to keep us safe.

With deepest sympathy,

Don P. Jensen Sr. - PM, PP, PGP, DrE
Chief of Police (retired)

March 2, 2024

RIP Hero. May you forever spend your eternal life with our dear Lord in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones. Our country is now a little less safe without you. Thank you for your service.

HEROES NEVER DIE....

Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

March 2, 2024

Rest In Peace, Trooper Gadd. Thank you for your service.

May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time. May God stand in the gap of your absence and provide an extra measure of love and protection for your beloved daughter. May this precious child grow up knowing of your heroism.

God bless and protect the Thin Blue Line that protects us all.

Private Citizen Kathryn Felts
Mother of & Family Member of Law Enforcement

March 2, 2024

God bless you Trooper Christopher Gadd, for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the Washington State Patrol. Rest in Peace Brother.

Officer Jim Drabos (Retired)
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department

March 2, 2024

Rest in peace trooper, you’re in a much better place now

Senior supervisor, SA, Retired, A iorio
Pennsylvania off of Attorney General

March 2, 2024

Rest in peace brother. We will continue the fight.

Trooper Alex Forsman
Minnesota State Patrol

March 2, 2024

Rest Now Brother

Officer/EMT Shannon Yates
Collins Police Department (MS)

March 2, 2024

Rest in Peace Trooper Gadd. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Gadd Family and the Washington State Patrol.

Cpl. Gary Hughes (Retired)
Passaic County Sheriff's Office New Jersey

March 2, 2024

God rest your soul, Trooper Gadd. May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten.

Investigator Christopher Port, Retired
California Highway Patrol, Valley Div. MAIT

March 2, 2024

Rest Easy. May the Comfort of God Wash over your Family & Loved Ones, Department & Community in the Upcoming Days, Weeks, Months ahead . You will never be forgotten!

Former 911 Dispatcher S. Wilson
Prattville Police Department, AL

March 2, 2024

Thank you for your service Trooper Gadd. May God's grace bring peace to your family and fellow troopers during this time. Rest in peace brother.

Sgt Wm C Elliott (retired)
Campbell County Sheriff's Office VA

March 2, 2024

Psalm 15
God bless.
Rest in peace brother.

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

March 2, 2024