Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Sheriff Bradley J. Reckling

Oakland County Sheriff's Office, Michigan

End of Watch Saturday, June 22, 2024

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Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Bradley J. Reckling

God Bless you brave warrior.

K9 Sergeant KEVIN Waters
Indiana State Police

June 24, 2024

Praying for peace and comfort during this very difficult time. With deepest sympathy,

Rita Rocker
Deputy Executive Director
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

June 24, 2024

Deputy Sheriff Reckling, 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 9 years of commitment to law enforcement service, to your family, and to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace Brother!

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

June 24, 2024

RIP Deputy Sheriff Reckling. Thank you for your service to the citizens of Oakland County

Lieutenant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police
Boston, Ma. 02120

June 24, 2024

Thank you for your service Deputy Reckling. Prayers to your family and the men and women of the Oakland County Sheriff's Office.

Chief William M. Renye
Grand Blanc Township Police Department

June 24, 2024

Our prayers and thoughts are with his family, friends, and co-workers during this tough time.

Assist. Chief Sal Abruscato
Lake Clarke Shores Police Department

June 24, 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

June 24, 2024

Deputy Sheriff Bradley J. Reckling, I am very saddened and disheartened to read the details of your murder here at the hands of these cowardly criminals. This is so senseless. Your children are left without a father's love and guidance and a wife is left without your support to raise them.
May God Bless and keep you now. I thank you for your brave service to all of us. Rest In Peace, Brother.

Mary Milam
Sergeant (Ret)
Chicago Police Department

Leesburg. FL

June 24, 2024

Rest in peace Deputy Reckling. Thank you Sir for your service and sacrifice. May God truly comfort your immediate family and fellow colleagues.

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

June 24, 2024

RIP Reckling. I am shocked and saddened by your passing. It was great to know you and to have you as one of my training officers. I pray your family, wife and children feel God’s presence and peace. You will not be forgotten.

CBPO Joe Polan
DHS- Customs and Border Protection

June 23, 2024

Rest in peace, brother. I

Corporal Daniel Housel
Pasco Sheriff's Office (Retired)

June 23, 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

June 23, 2024

Detective Reckling,

I'm very saddened to hear of your tragic loss in the line of duty. I will pray for your wife and your four children, as well as the rest of your friends, family, loved ones and colleagues. Rest in peace.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God”. – Matthew 5:9

Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)

June 23, 2024

Thank you Deputy Reckling for your service and dedication to your community.
My condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to your LEO family and your dear family left behind.
May God’s grace be abundant to his family in the days to come.

Lt. Stan Neufeld (retired)
McPherson Police Department

June 23, 2024

I didn’t know you, you didn’t know me. But I do know that you you served the ultimate sacrifice of being in this position. Doing this job, it truly is my worst fear.

I know you’re in a better place.

St. Michael the Archangel,
defend us in battle.
Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil.
May God rebuke him, we humbly pray,
and do thou,
O Prince of the heavenly hosts,
by the power of God,
thrust into hell Satan,
and all the evil spirits,
who prowl about the world
seeking the ruin of souls. Amen. .

O glorious prince St. Michael,
chief and commander of the heavenly hosts,
guardian of souls, vanquisher of rebel spirits,
servant in the house of the Divine King
and our admirable conductor,
you who shine with excellence
and superhuman virtue deliver us from all evil,
who turn to you with confidence
and enable us by your gracious protection
to serve God more and more faithfully every day.

JB

June 23, 2024

On behalf of the 68 dedicated volunteers associated with POINT 27 across the United States, we would like to offer condolences for Deputy Sheriff Bradley J. Reckling. Please know we are eternally grateful for Bradley’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.

To honor Deputy Sheriff Reckling, POINT 27 sent 27 Thin Blue Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9, to the Oakland County Sheriff's Office in Pontiac, Michigan for Bradley’s partner and his fellow officers. POINT 27 also sent a Folded Flag Necklace engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Deputy Sheriff Bradley J. Reckling’s wife.

POINT 27 is a Non-Profit organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, by sharing scripture on Dog Tags and Jewelry called Shields of Strength.

We will never forget and we are forever grateful.

Respectfully,

Colonel David Dodd,
United States Army Retired
Executive Director-POINT 27

Detective Jerry M. Rhodes #R309
Dallas Police Department-Reserve Division (Retired)
POINT 27 National Outreach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
[email protected]
214-908-2617

Detective Jerry M. Rhodes (Retired)
Dallas Police Department Reserve Division
POINT 27- National Out Reach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison

June 23, 2024

I am sad to learn of the passing of a Brother and Hero in Deputy Sheriff Bradley J. Reckling. 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 Oakland County Sheriff's Office, Michigan.

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

June 23, 2024

May the souls of all Faithful Departed, especially Deputy Brad J. Reckling, through the Mercy of God God rest in Peace that Perpetual Light shine upon him, now and forever!! Amen.. +

Police Officer Julian Sage
Keego Harbor Police Department / HCMA Metroparks Police

June 23, 2024

RIP Reckling. I am glad I got to know you and have been trained by you. You will not be forgotten. I pray for your wife and children’s peace and that they feel Gods comfort. Rest easy.

CBPO POLAN ( former OCSO Deputy)
Customs and Border Protection

June 23, 2024

Dear Sheriff Michael Bouchard:

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 Deputy Sheriff Bradley J. Reckling, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Deputy Reckling’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 Deputy Reckling’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 Deputy Reckling 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, Sheriff Bouchard, and the entire Oakland County Sheriff's Office, 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 Deputy Reckling 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 23, 2024

Rest In Peace, Deputy Reckling. 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 children. May these precious children 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

June 23, 2024

Rest in peace Brother Bradley, you are a true American Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.


Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 07/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham (retired)
Sand Springs OK PD, Tulsa Police Department

June 23, 2024

"Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and perpetual light shine upon him."

Bishop Edward Skiba
Stuart, Florida Police Chaplain

June 23, 2024

What greater loss can a community suffer than losing one of God's agents appointed to uphold righteousness and protect us? What greater loss can an officer's wife endure than the loss of her protector and provider? God took Deputy Reckling home, so He is responsible to protect and provide for his wife and family. May He surround them with arms of comfort and use the rest of us to meet their physical needs. May He place His hand on the unborn in a divine way and bless the child with godly wisdom and influence.

Susan King
Civilian Supporter, Michigan

June 23, 2024

Rest in peace brother

Officer James Pedraza
NM corrections department

June 23, 2024

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