Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

A great soul taken way too soon, I will keep you and your family in my mind. I hope you are doing well up there, know we will always remember you are your service. God bless.

Ashwaubenon Public Safety, here to serve and protect.

November 13, 2024

RIP

Major Robert Jenkins
North Bay Village PD

October 29, 2024

Rest, brother.

Sgt. Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

October 22, 2024

Corporal Kuuchi, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jesus Espinosa
Civilian

October 20, 2024

RIP Brother,
I will pray for your Family, Friends & Law Enforcement Family.

Thank you for, your Service, Honor and Sacrifice ><>

Major J.D. Nolin (Ret.)
Chaplain ><>
Brotherhood of Christian Law Enforcement Officers

Major J.D. Nolin (Ret.) Chaplain
Brotherhood of Christian Law Enforcement Officers

October 17, 2024

My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Corporal Raymond Kuuchi 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 Corporal Raymond Kuuchi.

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

October 17, 2024

Thank you for your service Corporal Kuuchi !!!!!!!

Sergeant David Dufault (Ret)
Hartford Police Dept

October 16, 2024

RIP Corporal Kuuci, my sincere condolences to your family and to your department. God speed as you now patrol the streets of gold. Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Fair winds and following seas brother, we have the watch.. Stay safe all my brothers and sisters.

TERRY FRANCIS ZECH OFC RET
DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN AFFAIRS POLICE DEPARTMENT DETROIT MICHIGAN

October 16, 2024

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det.Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

October 16, 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

October 15, 2024

Another "Hero" taken.
You helped make this world a safer place to live.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Prayers to your loved ones and to your department.

Det. Billy Russo, (Ret.)
Nassau County PD, NY

October 15, 2024

God rest your soul, Corporal Raymond Kuuchi. 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.

Investigator Christopher Port (Ret.)
California Highway Patrol, Valley Div. MAIT

October 15, 2024

I had the absolute pleasure to work with this man

An officer of distinction and compassion

His loss will be felt

Philip Shields
New Jersey VA Healthcare

October 13, 2024

Rest in Peace Corporal Kuuchi. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, coworkers and friends.

Lieutenant Robert T. Mote (ret)
Buena Park, CA Police Department

October 13, 2024

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain


Pittsburgh PD

October 13, 2024

Very sad rest in peace.

Sergeant (Retired) Derrick Huckaby
United States Veterans Affairs Police Services

October 11, 2024

Rest in Peace Cpl. Kuuchi. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Kuuchi Family and the US Department of Veterans Affairs Police Services.

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

October 11, 2024

I hope this reflection 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 Raymond Kuuchi, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Corporal Kuuchi’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 Kuuchi’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 Kuuchi 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 of knowing him.

To you, Director Franklin, and the entire United States Department of Veterans Affairs Police Services, 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 Kuuchi, a brave and dedicated professional, 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)

October 10, 2024

Rest In Peace Corporal Raymond Kuuchi! Thank you for your 4 years of service with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs Police Services in New Jersey, and for your previous 2 years of service with the Sea Gate Police Department in New York. We thank you for your devotion and your sacrifices, and also to your family and your friends for their sacrifices. Our hearts break for your Wife, your four children and your friends during this terrible tragedy, and we want them to know that you will never be forgotten! Our thoughts and Prayers also go out to all of your sisters and brothers in Blue that protect us. God bless you all!! (Matthew 5:9)

Eddie & Kelly King

October 10, 2024

Rest in Peace, Corporal Kuuchi. Your service and dedication is greatly appreciated.

Jack McCoy

October 10, 2024

Corporal Kuuchi, thank you for the time you spent helping to protect our Veterans and also, the people of Sea Gate, NY. It's a tragic loss for all of us, most especially your family at home. They are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

Officer Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department

October 10, 2024

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

To honor Corporal Kuuchi, 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 Director Michael Franklin, United States Department of Veterans Affairs Police Services, Office of Operations, Security in Washington, DC for Raymond’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 Corporal Raymond Kuuchi’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

October 9, 2024

Thank you Corporal Kuuchi for your dedicated and selfless service to the US Dept of Veteran's Affairs Police Services Division. Your life mattered. Sending prayers of sympathy and condolences to your family and your coworkers. May you rest in peace.

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

October 9, 2024

Rest in peace Corporal Kuuchi.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 9, 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 United States Veteran's Affairs Police Service Corporal, Raymond Kuuchi, from complications of a medical condition while attending at the Veteran's Law Enforcement Training Center recently. It is always a huge loss when a fellow United States Veteran's Affairs Police Service Corporal succumbs due to a medical condition. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed. Our prayers and thoughts to the Sea Gate Police Department in New York where Corporal Kuuchi had previously served.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

October 9, 2024