Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dear Director Steven Harpe:

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 Corporal Robert William Sumner, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Corporal Sumner’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 Corporal Sumner’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 Corporal Sumner 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 Harpe, and the entire Oklahoma Department of Corrections, 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 Corporal Sumner 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)

July 17, 2024

Requiescat in Paces

Sergeant (Retire Mike O'Connor
Branford CT PD

July 17, 2024

Rest in peace brother. We have the watch from here. Thoughts and prayers for you, your family and your department.

Officer Tommy Thomason
Security Officer

July 17, 2024

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (retired)
Mobile County Child Support

July 17, 2024

Praying for peace and comfort today and during the difficult days ahead. With deepest sympathy,

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

July 17, 2024

Rest in peace my brother.

Tom Lahart

July 17, 2024

Rest in Peace Cpl. Sumner. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Sumner Family and the Oklahoma Department of Corrections.

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

July 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

July 17, 2024

Rest in peace.

J.R.

July 17, 2024

Corporal Robert William Sumner, I am so sorry to read of your fatal vehicle accident. My deepest condolences to your wife, son and family. May God Bless you all and keep your loved ones safe. I thank you for your service to all of us. Rest In Peace, Brother.

Mary Milam
Sergeant (Ret)
Chicago Police Department

Leesburg. FL

July 17, 2024

Rest in peace Corporal Sumner.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

July 17, 2024

Thank you Corporal Sumner for your dedicated and selfless service to the people of OK! Your life mattered! May you rest in peace. Sending prayers of sympathy and condolences to your family and your coworkers!

Captain (Retired) Mike Culler
Winston-Salem NC Police Department

July 17, 2024

Prayers going up for his entire family and brothers and sisters holding that silver line.

Daughter of fallen Indiana Correctional Officer, Timothy Betts E.O.W. 8/26/2012

Amy Barton, Correctional Officer
Indiana Department of Corrections

July 17, 2024

Rest peacefully sir.

Security officer. Retired Deborah Suter
DDA

July 17, 2024

Rest in Peace Brother.

Capt. A. Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.

July 17, 2024

God bless your precious soul, and may He grant peace, health, and happiness to your parents, wife and children. May your wife have an easy birth and may your children follow the excellent example of service that you have set for them.

Shmuel Nosrati

July 17, 2024

Thank you for service. Prayers for your Family and Department.

Sergeant Monica Veney
Baltimore Police Department

July 17, 2024

God bless you Robby Sumner. Thank you for protecting your community and defending us from evil. I hope to shake your hand and salute your bravery in Heaven one day. Much peace, honor and empathy for your wife, son, sisters, brothers, mother, and father.

Grateful citizen Ryan P.

July 17, 2024

Rest Brother

Officer/EMT Shannon Yates
Collins Police Department (MS)

July 17, 2024

Rest in Peace my brother.

Captain (Ret.) Bernard Flint
Department of Defense / Police Division

July 17, 2024

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

Retired #8046x Jerry Matalone
Des Moines Iowa Police Department

July 17, 2024

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 Retired G. Krysto
Los Angeles Police Department

July 17, 2024

Rest, brother.

Sgt. Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

July 17, 2024

God bless you Robert William Sumner, for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the Oklahoma Department of Corrections. Rest in Peace Brother.

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

July 17, 2024

RIP

Commander Robert Jenkins
North Bay Village PD

July 17, 2024