Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Police Officer Jonathan William Raymond Ginka

Norton Shores Police Department, Michigan

End of Watch Wednesday, May 10, 2017

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Reflections for Police Officer Jonathan William Raymond Ginka

Never forgotten.

G Mack
NSPD

May 10, 2023

Never forgotten.

G Mack
NSPD

May 10, 2022

Rest in peace Officer Ginka.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 7, 2021

Never forgotten.

G Mack
NSPD

May 10, 2021

3 yrs. Never forgotten.

G Mack
NSPD

May 10, 2020

Never forgotten.

G Mack
NSPD

February 12, 2019

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Jon died in the line of duty.

To the Ginga family, fellow officers, and all who call Jon beloved, 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 our 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. I hope that your family knows that a nation mourned for you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Officer Ginka gave to his community and the citizens of Michigan and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on May 10, 2017.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

September 11, 2018

I hope that everyone will find comfort in the scripture Acts 24:15-"And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous andAnd I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection+ of both the righteous and the unrighteous the unrighteous." Until we see our loved ones again in Paradise on Earth, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

August 23, 2018

My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Police Officer Jonathan Ginka during this very difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May their times spent together bring forth happy memories to last a lifetime. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and dedication to your community. Rest in peace Officer Ginka.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/2004

August 19, 2017

Rest In Peace Brother

Captain S. Yancey
Forest Hill Police, Texas

August 10, 2017

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray Psalm 91 over all LEO’s and this prayer also:

“Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are Your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, loving family, friends, neighbors and caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name and for Your Glory, Amen.”

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

I have lifted your family to God every morning for over six years. I pray that Jonathan's life and death will bring glory to His name.

Trust those prayers. God is with you; He knows and will ease your pain.

Our faith helps us to see beyond the grave.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

June 3, 2017

To the family of Police Officer Jon Ginka, friends, Chief of Police Jon Gale and the Norton Shores Police Department.
You are lifted up in thought and prayers. May God comfort, hold you close and give you peace. Thank you for your service. Matthew 5:9

Patrolman A.S. Batson
Cherry / O'Berry Hospital Police, NC

June 1, 2017

Love to your family from Class 23 and 24, MACTC.

Mark Lewis
Muskegon Area Career Tech Center

May 31, 2017

RIP. May God be with your Family and loved ones. Rest easy now. Protect from above.

Officer Steven Austin
Lawrence TWP P.D. (NJ)

May 27, 2017

My condolences to the family and friends of Police Officer Jonathan Ginka. Losing a loved one is always difficult. Please try to take comfort in Jesus words found at John 5:28,29 where he said that there would be a resurrection. Just think of the time when we will see our loved ones again, in paradise conditions, here on earth.

Cpl. William Stanback (Retired)
Pennsylvania State Police

May 26, 2017

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Officer Ginka. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Norton Shores Police Department.

U.S. Postal Inspector Scott Horne
U.S. Postal Inspection Service

May 23, 2017

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service and dedication.

Cpl. M. Davis #2614
Prince George's County Police

May 18, 2017

Thank you Officer Ginka for your years of hard work and dedication and for paying the ultimate sacrifice for the fine folks in the great state of Michigan. You are a true AMERICAN HERO !!! My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers. May you forever, rest in peace, my brother.

HEROES LIVE FOREVER...

Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

May 16, 2017

We extend our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Officer Jonathon Ginka who served faithfully on the Norton Shores Police Department. May the grace of God be your strength during this time of grief and in the days ahead.

Chaplain James Gysel
Calhoun County Michigan Sheriff's Office

May 16, 2017

Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service. As you join our brothers and sisters in the hall of heroes, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Vires et Honorem

Ptlm FrankKapusta
Mohawk PD

May 15, 2017

Rest in peace, my brother in blue. My prayers are with you family and friends. God bless.

Pamela Padavan-Paulin, Retired
191st SPF

May 15, 2017

On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your officer, Jonathan Ginka, in the line of duty. It is always a huge loss when a fellow officer makes the ultimate sacrifice. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

May 15, 2017

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called sons of YHWH". Mattityahu 5:9

Rest In Peace, my brother. Thank you for your service. May GOD comfort your family and friends.

Retired Chief Jim Spratlen
Durango Police Department

May 14, 2017

Rest in Peace My Brother in Blue.

Detective D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department

May 14, 2017

God bless you and your family.

Chief / William Wion
Americam patriot Security

May 13, 2017

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