Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

John I only really knew you for a short time and in that short time you endured a lot and like a true soldier you kept coming back strong to fight another day. John you will be sorely missed by all that knew you. John your shift is over God Bless and rest in peace.

Officer Desiree Burgnon
CHP-Rancho Cucamonga

February 28, 2006

John was my platoon sergeant in the California Army National Guard. We went to Iraq together and I had the priveledge of serving under him. I was his HAZMAT guy in addition to being one of his UH-60 mechanics. I will tell you that the deployment was a lot more bearable - and sometimes even fun - because of John and they way he ran the platoon. He led from the front, which is what all good leaders do. Later in the deployment I got to know him well enough that we would sometimes talk about personal issues. Despite his "cowboy" demeanor he really was a thoughtful and insightful person. I will miss him, he was one of the good guys. RIP, John.

SPC Michael Colangelo
CA ARNG

February 28, 2006

A tragic end to a real AMERICAN HERO. God Bless you and your family.

Officer Paladino/1765
Colorado Springs PD

February 28, 2006

Rest in peace brother, you will not be forgotten.

Patrolman Shaun McCready
Altoona (PA) Police Department

February 28, 2006

John was a very good friend and an excellent CHP officer. We shared our lives in the military, as well as brother officers serving together with the California Highway Patrol. He was always respectful to me and we NEVER shared an angry word between us. GOD bless you John! You'll be missed!

Officer Michael R. Williams
CHP / Retired

February 28, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Bailey's family and department. Our department just lost an officer last week in the line of duty and I understand what grief your family and department are feeling. May God bless Officer Bailey, his family, and your department.

Brent Ambuehl
Police Officer
Colorado Springs Police Department

Brent Ambuehl 2294
Colorado Springs Police Department

February 28, 2006

Officer Bailey is truly an American Hero. We have lost one of the great ones. I graduated high school with Greg and was deeply saddened to hear of this tragedy. I will always remember him constantly smiling. My hearfelt sympathy goes out to his family. God Bless family, coworkers and friends of Officer Gregory John Bailey.

Christine Newman
Frederick County Public Schools

February 28, 2006

A hero who had been thru hell and back, done his duty in Iraq and in California has senselessly died. God bless this family, they gave their best to society. Someone who was just doing his duty, killed by someone who had no business being on the road. The family has so much to be proud of, we will never forget Officer Bailey, a hero to everyone in the nation! Farewell Hero.
A Motor Mom

A Motorcycle Officer's Mother
Colorado Springs Police Department

February 28, 2006

Thank you for your selfless service both in the military and highway patrol. You are an inspiration to us all and will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of tragic loss. We love and miss you. Godspeed friend until we meet again.

Jim and Jennifer Vilsboll
Former fellow Soldiers and Friends

February 28, 2006

You will never be forgotten by your brothers in BLUE!! R I P your watch is over we will take it from here. Your brothers in Michigan!!!

Ofc. J. Dixon
Brownstown Police Dept., MI

February 28, 2006

To the family of Officer John Bailey:
I worked with John while in Rancho Cucamonga and will miss him greatly. John was an honorable hard working officer. He talked of his family often, he respected his wife and children. John had a smile that beamed his joy of life. Be proud of him as he was a great all around guy. Find peace in knowing he has joined the company of God as a true and faithful servant. From my family to yours, our prayers are with you.

Officer S. Loetscher
California Highway Patrol

February 28, 2006

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Gregory Bailey, and the California Highway Patrol. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Officer Bailey, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

February 28, 2006

My thoughts and prayer are with the family, friends, and co-workers of Officer Bailey.

Trooper C.E. Johnson Jr.
Virginia State Police

February 28, 2006

Trooper John Bailey & Family, Friends & Fellow Troopers,

There is no greater love that can match the bond between a mother and son, except the bond that exist between those who share a comnon goal. To the families, friends and the members of the California Highway Patrol, may you find comfort that Trooper Gregory John Bailey served the citizens of California with honor, dedication, and service.

May the memories comfort you in this time of dispare and may the love and friendship that you shared heal your broken hearts...

On behalf of the MARYLAND STATE POLICE our prayers are with all of you.

Tpr. Ian C. Rola
Maryland State Police
Easton Barrack "I"

TROOPER Ian C. Rola
Maryland State Police

February 28, 2006

Rest in Peace sir, you are 10-7. We will take the watch from here. God Bless You. God be with the California Highway Patrol, no agency should endure what CHP has endured. I grew up in Southern California looking up to the CHP, I would not be here serving and protecting if it were not for Officers like G. Bailey.

It's our watch.

Midtown Patrol
Tucson Police Department

February 28, 2006

shift's over brother, you may rest now, in peace, thanks

L.E.O.
France

February 28, 2006

to a good friend who could be called on at any time for anything rest in peace

sgt gunn
cal guard us.army

February 28, 2006

John, you my friend, will be greatly missed. Thanks for being my third phase training officer and teaching me so much. Take care and God Bless.

Officer Nelson
CHP

February 27, 2006

John, you were one of the best friends I ever had, and I will miss you. You were a lot like a big brother to me in years past, and I sure do miss our late nights and early formations! I cannot believe you are gone; I'm so very sorry I didn't get a chance to say goodbye. You're gone, but damn sure not forgotten. Godspeed, warrior.

Officer N.C. Hatfield
U.S. Department of Homeland Sec.

February 27, 2006

Another tragic loss for the CHP. You are the sixth in as many months. God bless you for the job that you did. May your family find strength during this heart wrenching time. Rest in peace fellow protector.

Deputy Doug Sullivan
Fresno County Sheriff's Dept. (CA)

February 27, 2006

John,May you rest in the arms of God. Thank you my brother.

Officer Randy M Taylor
US DOJ

February 27, 2006

My brother in blue...GODs SPEED

Deputy D.A. Roycraft
El Paso County Sheriff's Office (CO)

February 27, 2006

God bless to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Bailey. Thank you for your service.

mjw643

February 27, 2006

Another of California's Finest has been needlessly taken. Our thoughts and support are with the brave men and women of the CHP, your Troopers are heroes, hang tough.

Senior Trooper
Indiana State Police

February 27, 2006

May God be with your family as you and he look over us now.

Master Trooper, RE Summerlin
North Carolina Highway Patrol

February 27, 2006