Officer Down Memorial Page

Deputy Wahlenmaier,

It saddened me to hear that another officer passed. Thank you for your selflessness to serve your community and putting your life on the line to protect others. May God give your family peace.

Jennifer
March 1, 2010

Sorry for your loss, may he rest in peace.

Fire Lt. Ed Kinsel
US citizen
March 1, 2010

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Deputy Sheriff Joel Wahlenmaier~you're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you the strength to carry on and help heal your hearts. May you find comfort and support with those around you.
God bless you and rest in peace, Deputy Sheriff Wahlenmaier.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of a fallen MI P.O. eow 2004
March 1, 2010

Dear friends and family of Deputy Sheriff Wahlenmaier,

We are deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Deputy Sheriff Wahlenmaier.

The circumstances surrounding his death are truly tragic.

May he continue his watch in a better place.

Respectfully,


Session 48
Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy

Session 48
Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy
March 1, 2010

Joel,
For the ultimate Sacrifice we salute you. God bless you and your family.

PO R. Miller
Durham PD New York
March 1, 2010

On behalf of the 6,148 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Deputy Wahlenmaier’s family as well as the members of the Fresno County Sheriff’s Department. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers
March 1, 2010

Today we mourn the loss of a brother, our hearts hurt and we are deeply saddened by this loss. Words cannot express the emotions that are flowing. Thank you for paying the ultimate sacrifice, for this we are forever grateful.
RIP-2D14

Communications Dispatcher Nicole Diaz
Fresno County Sheriffs Office
March 1, 2010

Our hearts and prayers go out to your family and friends in their time of sorrow. May God Bless and Rest in Peace!

Cpl David Murphy
TX DPS
March 1, 2010

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Joel Wahlenmaier, and the Fresno County Sheriff's Department. 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. Deputy Wahlenmaier, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association
March 1, 2010

How terrible. My thoughts and prayers are with the Waglenmaier family.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of US Marshal
March 1, 2010

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission
Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
March 1, 2010

Rest In Peace and thank you for serving the Fresno County

Ofc. E.A. Torres
Bristol PD, CT
March 1, 2010

Rest in peace Brother. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. May our thoughts remain with his family and friends.

S.M.B.
Upstate NY
March 1, 2010

God speed Deputy Wahlenmaier. Your job now is to watch over the rest of us. See you on the other side, and God bless your family and department.

Deputy Jason Alexander
Crawford County Sheriffs Office
February 28, 2010

God bless you and your family

-R.I.P HERO-

Anonymous
February 28, 2010

With a very heavy and saddened heart I am again flying the American Flag at my residence at half staff in honor and respect for Deputy Wahlenmaier. I would also like to extend the thoughts and prayers of the Tulare United Methodist Church. To a Hero John 15:13

Lt. Stephen C. Harrell (Ret.)
Tulare Police Department
February 28, 2010

God Bless you brother. We will never forget~

Sergeant Timothy Long
Long Beach Police Department CA.
February 28, 2010

Rest in peace brother, may your sacrifice and memory never fade.

SGT Ron Buchholz
SANDOVAL CO SHERIFF RIO RANCHO NM(EX LASD LKD)
February 28, 2010

Thank you for your service sir. May you rest in peace.

Ofc. R. Thomas
Howard County Police Department, Maryland
February 28, 2010

Rest in Peace Brother. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and the entire Fresno County Sheriff's Dept..

Sgt. R. Gregson
BART Police Department, CA.
February 28, 2010

Deputy Wahlenmaier, you will not be forgotten! R.I.P.

Deputy Sheriff
Livingston County (Il) Sheriff's Ofc.
February 28, 2010

Joel,
You we a credit to your uniform. May god bless u.RIP

desmond Goulding
Retired Special Constable NSW Australia
February 28, 2010

Rest in peace Deputy Wahlenmaier, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you very much for your service!

Shelly
Citizen
February 28, 2010

It has been a distinct honor to work beside Deputy Joel Wahlenmaier. He was a consummate gentleman looked upon with the highest regard by his partners. As a supervisor you couldn’t ask for a better Deputy Sheriff. Joel had a sweet gentle nature and quiet determination. We Love you Joel and our hearts broken. But I am sustained by my faith that you are with the Lord. I will forever be grateful that you graced our lives with your presence.

God Speed Brother

Sergeant Patrick Hanson
Fresno County Sheriff's Office
February 28, 2010

God Bless you sir.

Rick F.
Ret. CO
February 28, 2010