Officer Down Memorial Page

To Officer Brett James Oswald, his family and his fellow officers with the California Highway Patrol:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Officer Oswald’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Officer Oswald and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
June 27, 2011

Officer Oswald,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of California. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP
December 6, 2010

Rest easy my Brother In Law, your watch on earth is now over. I pray God's love, and mercy upon the Family, and Friends left behind.......

Sgt. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia CO Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.
July 31, 2010

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Officer Brett Oswald,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Officer Brett Oswald. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Officer Brett Oswald is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

Anonymous
July 22, 2010

This is the reason I hate drunk driving! Thank you for your 20 years of service and for all the drunks you took
off the road. Sorry this one escaped arrest. My heart
goes out to your families, both at work and at home, who
now have a huge void in their lives. God bless you all.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

Anonymous
July 13, 2010

An outstanding and professional officer. Brett was a fantastic room mate always willing to pitch in and help out even if it meant putting off his own stuff! Oz never a bad word to say and always found the bright side of the issue.

It is not the guns and knives...it is the 2500lbs bombs doing 100'/second!

It tears me up that we lost OZ.

God Bless

Sgt. Tim O'Toole

Sgt. Tim O'Toole
CHP Academy Roomate 1990
July 11, 2010

To the wife and family of this officer you have my deepest sympathy. My brother is a State Trooper and my father was a Detective, so the men and women in blue mean a great deal to me and I am saddened to hear of any being lost. God bless this family.

Chris Boston
Department of Agriculture
July 11, 2010

To Officer Oswald's wife Marlena,
As I write this, my eyes are filled with tears, just knowing another law enforcement officer's wife will be without her beloved husband. I am sending you hugs,love and support. My husband was killed in the line of duty 1/07/06. May you find strength from your memories...
To Officer Brett Oswald, Thank you for your service and putting your life on the line to protect the citizens of California.

Diana May
Santa Maria, Ca
Surviving Spouse~Officer Rich May EOW 1/07/06

Diana May
July 10, 2010

I salute you, Sir, for your bravery, courage, dedication to duty and ultimate sacrifice. May God Bless and comfort the family and friends of this American hero. Please take comfort in knowing that he will NEVER be forgotten and will FOREVER be a hero.

Sergeant, Retired
Fayetteville, AR PD
July 9, 2010

Thank you for your service. God bless you and your family.

Officer
Georgia
July 7, 2010

To the family and friends of Officer Brett Oswald and his fellow officers:

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Brett was tragically killed.

To Officer Oswald's family, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in the Bay Area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Brett gave to his community and the citizens of California, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on June 27, 2010.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD (CA), eow 4/24/05

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
July 7, 2010

Thank you for your service Officer Oswald. May God be with your family and bring comfort knowing that you have gone on to be reunited with those who went before you. Thank you for your service. You will always be remembered for the honorable service you performed. God bless and keep al 'til that day. *****

Margaret Hood
Citizen Watch
July 6, 2010

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Brett Oswald, 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 Oswald, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association
July 6, 2010

Troopers are the most superior officers no matter what day and age.
Fallen Police Officers like Brett Oswald will always be remembered as the top "most superior" law enforcement individuals period!

Rest in peace roll model

'Thin Blue Line'

Michael
MCP
July 6, 2010

Brett, Rest in Peace brother and may GOD look over your family and the CHP.

Trooper Archie Forsyth
Louisiana State Police (Troop A)
July 4, 2010

Our thoughts are with the family. God bless. Jeff Jaynes and family, Arizona Highway Patrol, Williams ,Arizona

Officer Jeff Jaynes
Arizona Highway Patrol
July 3, 2010

The Dail family of Ocala, Florida sends our deepest condolences to you and sincerest love. We are praying for you and grieving with you. May the LORD carry you and protect and provide for you. Trust Him, rest in Him.

The Dail family, Ocala, FL
in-laws Ofc. Tony Zeppetella eow:6/13/03
July 2, 2010

Thank-you for your service. Rest in Peace.

Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Department, Maryland
July 2, 2010

I worked with Bret while he was assigned to the Air Operations Unit in Coastal Division. He was a fantastic officer. He had a great sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by the department and his friends. Today is your funeral. I wish I was there. God Bless you and your family. My prayers are with them. To Bret's dad I want to thank you for all the volunteer service you gave to Air Ops. You and your son were a great example of those who willingly serve others.

Terry Miller
CHP Air Ops Retired ID
July 2, 2010

As kids we flew balsa wood airplanes in Nana & Grandpas backyard in San Rafael. Cherished memories of precious times.
Rest In Peace Brett.

Lary Brew
Cousin
July 1, 2010

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Officer Jeffrey Brett Oswald and the California Highway Patrol during this time. Thank you, Officer Oswald, for your service.

national police wives association
Staff
July 1, 2010

On behalf of the 6,183 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Officer Oswald’s family as well as the members of the California Highway Patrol. 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
July 1, 2010

Its been 26 years since I worked for your dept and yet the pain of the loss of someone in the uniform I wore is as sharp as when I attended services while active. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten as it occurred from keeping others safe. God has a new peacemaker on board!

Former #11440

Off (former) Xavier Lomeli
CA Highway Patrol
July 1, 2010

REST IN PEACE, BROTHER THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE

Provincial Constable Marty Lalonde
Ontario Provincial Police
June 30, 2010

God has welcomed you with open arms of peace and love. Welcome to His kingdom and into his poloce department in heaven. You will notice all your new brothers and sisters in the badge with you now also paid the ultimate in service to God's children in their communities. Your ecord of honorable, loving and service of high integrity will always be remembered by your brothers and sisters left behind and they will care for your family. As you brief with your new supervisor know He paid the ultimate to allow your entry and the entry of all into God's kingdom. Jesus Christ is the ultimate leader in our profession. Rest in peace. In Christ.

Tom Bradldey, Retired
Phoenix AZ PD, AZ State Chap. FOP
June 30, 2010