Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

God Bless you and your family.

Deb Holmes
Chicago PD (retired)

April 11, 2024

MY SINCERE PRAYERS AND MOST HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES ARE WITH LT. OSBORNE AND HIS LOVED ONES. REST IN PEACE BROTHER. GODSPEED.

INV. RICH WYNN, RET.
WILL COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT., ILL.

April 11, 2024

Dear Director Annette Chambers-Smith:

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 Lieutenant Rodney Osborne, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Lieutenant Osborne’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 Lieutenant Osborne’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 Lieutenant Osborne 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, Director Chambers-Smith, and the entire Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, 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 Lieutenant Osborne 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)

April 11, 2024

Rest in Peace…

Retired Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

April 11, 2024

RIP brother!!! We have it from here!

Lieutenant Paul Paige
Ohio Department of rehabilitation and Corrections. LOCI

April 11, 2024

Please join me and extend our thoughts and prayers to the immediate family of Lieutenant Rodney Osborne and the extended law enforcement family of the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, Ohio.



End of Watch Tuesday, April 9, 2024.



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 (Retired)
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

April 11, 2024

May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Lt. Osborne.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

April 11, 2024

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Ret.

April 11, 2024

My deepest condolences to the entire Osborne family, including his brothers and sisters with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction. May his soul forever rest peacefully in Heaven.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"

April 11, 2024

Rest in peace Brother....My thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of your agency during this most difficult and tragic time..

LT. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD

April 11, 2024

Lieutenant Osborne, a police officer should be remembered not by how he died but by how he lived! A brave man has left to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you for your 13 years of commitment to law enforcement service, to your family, and to the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace Brother!

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

April 11, 2024

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Lieutenant Osborne. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

April 11, 2024

I am sad to learn of the passing of a Brother and Hero in Lieutenant Rodney Osborne. I know our Heavenly Father has welcomed him home into his loving arms where he will now patrol the Golden Highways of Heaven. May the Lord deliver Blessings, Comfort and Peace to his Family, Friends and all Members of the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, Ohio.

Retired, T W Martinez
FOP member
State of New Mexico/JJS

April 11, 2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Supervisory Air Marshal in Charge (SAC)
Orlando Field Office
Federal Air Marshal Service

April 11, 2024

Rest in peace.

J.R.

April 11, 2024

Hero never forgotten. Prayers to family blood and blue.

BLR
Retired Texas dispatcher

April 11, 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)

April 11, 2024

May God's hand of peace and comfort be on the surviving family and the rest of the Department.

Chaplain Jesse White
Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop D

April 10, 2024

Rest in peace, Lieutenant Osborne. Thank you for your service.

May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time.

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

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

April 10, 2024

Lieutenant Osborne,

I'm saddened to hear of your tragic and accidental death. I pray for the person whose bullet caused this tragedy, as well as for your wife, your children and all your relatives, friends, loved ones and colleagues. Rest in peace.

How blessed are those who keep justice,Who practice righteousness at all times!
Remember me, O Lord, in Your favor toward Your people; Visit me with Your salvation, Psalm 106:3-4

Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)

April 10, 2024

To our hero Ozzy,

On behalf of all former and current SOCF SRT members who had the absolute privilege to call you are brother. We love and miss you so much. You were our leader, warrior, and brother. You were an outstanding commander, a great friend, and an even better man. Every one of us became better men because of your leadership and friendship. We thank you for your loyalty, honor, and your love. Continue to watch over us, and we will try our best to make you proud. Rest in peace, brother!

211 in our hearts forever

Lieutenant Adam Cooper
ODRC

April 10, 2024

Rest in Peace Lt. Osborne. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Osborne Family and the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction.

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

April 10, 2024

Your stakes were set extremely high Ozzy. You are so beyond a Supervisor Sir. Your morale lifted those of us when nothing else could. Your spirit didn’t go without a shine. We love you and will always miss you. Lt Rodney Osborne Unit 211

Correction Officer K. Evans
ODRC/SOCF

April 10, 2024

Prayers & Condolences
Rest in Peace Lieutenant Rodney Osborne

Sgt. Randy Keenan ~ (Retired)
City of Alameda, CA Police Department

April 10, 2024

Rest In Peace Brother

james oneill
NYPD

April 10, 2024