Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Detective So.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

June 19, 2024

Rest in Peace Brother

Thank you for your service and sacrifice

God Bless

Firefighter Ronald Lavallee
Lawrence, MA Fire Department

June 18, 2024

Please join me and extend our thoughts and prayers to the immediate family of Detective Ryan So
and the extended law enforcement family of the Scottsdale Police Department, Arizona.



End of Watch Thursday, June 13, 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

June 18, 2024

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 among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten. God Bless You. Your Family, & Friends.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

June 18, 2024

MY PRAYERS AND MOST HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES ARE WITH DETECTIVE SO AND HIS LOVED ONES. REST IN PEACE BROTHER. GODSPEED.

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

June 18, 2024

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

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

June 18, 2024

Serving with Ryan in the Scottsdale Police Department was my pleasure. I recall that my squad was his first assignment out of FTO. He was willing to learn and took the initiative to get calls handled. I was a field training officer for many years, and I have to say Ryan was one of those officers who really stood out.

Prior to coming to Scottsdale PD Ryan was a sailor in the United States Navy. As a fellow veteran I honor Ryan for his military service as well as his law enforcement service.

Farewell Ryan. Rest in peace and thank you for your service to our country and community.

Officer Art Vernon #812 (Ret)
Scottsdale Police Department

June 18, 2024

Prayers & Condolences
Rest ion Peace Detective Ryan So

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

June 18, 2024

RIP Detective So. Thank you for your service to the Country and the citizens of Scottsdale

Lieutenant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police
Boston, Ma. 02120

June 18, 2024

My condolences to your family and friends. This is really hard for any family specially for yours today. It is time of sorrow and mourning, but also the celebration of your life. Now your soul is free to join our heavenly father from which we asked for the mercy of your soul..We asked for his mercies to be plenty for him to accept you in his fold. Rest in peace blue, RIP.

US Navy Veteran Rafael Martínez
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June 18, 2024

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

June 18, 2024

On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Detective, Ryan So, from complications of a rifle while unloading it from a bag and it fell out and discharged. It is always a huge loss when a fellow Detective succumbs from injuries due to a tragic accident. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed. We thank Detective So for his service as a United States Navy Veteran.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

June 18, 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

June 17, 2024

Rest in peace, Detective So. Praying for your loved ones.

Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY

June 17, 2024

Rest in peace brave warrior, God Bless You.

K9 Sergeant Kevin Waters
Indiana State Police

June 17, 2024

God Bless you and your family.

Deb Holmes
Chicago PD (retired)

June 17, 2024

Rest in Peace Detective So. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the So Family and the Scottsdale Police Department.

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

June 17, 2024

Rest in peace Detective So.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

June 17, 2024

Rest well fellow warrior.
"Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and perpetual light shine upon him."

Bishop Edward Skiba
Stuart, Florida Police Chaplain

June 17, 2024

Dear Chief Jeff Walther:

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 Detective Ryan So, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Detective Ryan So’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 understand 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 Detective Ryan So’s family 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 Detective Ryan So 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 Walther, and the entire Scottsdale Police Department, 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 your fallen hero’s family, you, and your department during this difficult period.

May the memories of Detective Ryan So 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)

June 17, 2024

Rest in peace Sir. Thank you for your service and sacrifice to our country and community. May God comfort your immediate family and fellow colleagues.

Former reserve Deputy ( OCSO) FL Eddie A
Osceola county Sheriff's office

June 17, 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

June 17, 2024

A GREAT SOUL ALWAYS SERVES EVERYONE AND A GOOD SOUL NEVER DIES. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

Christina Hurst Civilian
Grayson County Sheriff Office

June 17, 2024

My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Detective Ryan So during this difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace
Detective Ryan So.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

June 17, 2024

My deepest condolences to the entire So family. May his soul rest peacefully.

First Sergeant Thomas M. Webb (Retired)
New York State Police - Troop D

June 17, 2024