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Rest in Peace, Deputy Powell. Your sacrifice is not forgotten. Officer 11169 Dave, Officer Eric Golz Dave it's just shy of six years now, since you were taken. Funny how things happen, just the other day I was thinking about you and that "shit eating grin" you always had. I remember one day after briefing,you approached me in the locker room with your "helmet on" and that famous grin. Dave you were always trying to be funny and you were, you had a great outlook on this job and I try everyday to do the same. You would be proud, I still to this day put my patrol cap on the passenger side head rest when im 10-8; all you guys at Lakewood Station taught me a lot. Take care brother. SGT RON BUCHHOLZ Dave, Deputy Mike Ascolese Dave, I think about you all the time. I just received word that an old classmate from high school had been killed in the line of duty. She was a good cop, just like you. Both of you will be taking care of each other upstairs, I know it. Deputy Sheriff Dave i will never forget the times that we had when we just got together and hung out,how much you helpd me and when you would come over to my house to lead the bible study every week.
rest in peace hero Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH Everyone should take time to reflect on this 5th anniversary of Dave’s death and think about his family, the fun times you had at work with him, his up-lifting cheer and how he could always make everyone laugh. I miss his laughter greatly. I don’t think there has been a day that has gone by that I havent thought about how sad this incident made our law enforcement brotherhood. TOM JAMES Dave, I never had the honor to meet you or your family but I wanted to tell you how sorry I am for not being there for you. I responded to that same 245N call that started in Norwalk and ended in your RD. I was right behind you in the next yard over when you were taken from us. Words can't explain how I felt that day and continue to feel almost five years later. I dedicate my shift every day to you and your family. God bless you, your family, and every other man or woman who puts on that badge every day and does the Lords work. Anonymous Dave, I will never forget that horrible day. You will always be remembered. Rest in peace. Mark "The Badge" Investigator David L Bell Four years have passed since you were called away and I know there has not been a day that your loved ones have not thought about you. The silent tears still fall. Those are tears of love that come from their broken hearts. Continue to watch over them and protect them. Come to them in their dreams in vivid color to let them know you are near and watching over them. You are a true hero and heroes never die. You will never be forgotten. Bob Gordon Well, it has been a hard four years. As life goes on, we still come across times as a church family where we stop in mid-sentence and say, "Dave would have loved this", or "Remember the time Dave..." As we recently reflected on the horrible day and subsequent funeral, one thing came into full focus...the indescribable bond of the officers. The number of officers who have shown support for Dave is overwhelming, and amazing. As his church family, let me just say that we were so very touched by the outpouring of love and support, not just to us as his church family, but especially to his immediate family, his wife Emma, his youngest daughter, and his four oldest daughters, and of course his grandkids. Even now, four years later, the people who stop by just to visit the family, or how the Lakewood station loves and cares for the small things that might not seem like much to others, but mean a lot to all of us who love and care for the Powell family - like hanging Christmas lights on the house - how awesome that is! Everytime we wear our shirts in memory of Dave, there is always someone in the community who will mention how they remember the funeral or even remember Dave. One officer even told us that in all his years as an officer, he has never seen a special place set aside at an officer's funeral for his church family! That's the love that is embodied in this family - the family of God. When we had the viewing at the church, it was a wonderful time of reflection, but also an extremely sad, gut wrentching experience, but with the LCC family and the LASD family, we understood the connection, the love, the commitment, and the sacrifice, so much more intently then we ever had before. Yes, we knew Dave was a cop, we knew when he showed up to choir rehearsal late and was still in uniform meant that he had a hard day, yes, sometimes we would hear details, but it was Dave, he wasn't supposed to get hurt, he wasn't supposed to leave us, we needed him, his family needed him, the community needed him. Well, four years have gone by, and we've had to learn to live without him, how sad. Your Sister in the Lord Four years ago today this Deputy stood tall with heroism and courage. I pray that God will continue to shelter and comfort his family as they struggle without him. Deputy Powell you are an inspiration to all officers/dpeuties everywhere! Police Captain in North Carolina We will never forget your courage and service. Rest in peace. Deputy S. Holzberger Fallen but NEVER forgotten. Joanie Uncle Dave,
We have not forgotten Deputy David Powell and his family. Rest in Peace Brother. I'll keep a good thought for you today! Sergeant 11/30/05....you are still in our thoughts and our hearts. Love, comfort and peace go out to your family as they go through yet another Christmas without you. May they rest assured knowing that you are watching over them along with our Lord. "I am crucified with Christ...yet I live".
Dave, I met your wife, Emma. What a beautiful, kind lady and such an inspiration to so many people. Please continue to watch over her and the rest of your family. God bless you and may you rest in peace.
You will never be forgotten. We continue to think of your friends, family and fellow officers. We keep you and them in our prayers and thoughts daily..... Sgt A.Whitney Dave, I will never forget the ride along I took with you while I was a college student studying criminal justice. The advice and words of encouragment you gave me then I still cary with me today while I am on patrol. Thank You...I will alway's remember you. God bless you and your family. Eric Golz, Police Officer Family & Friends of Deputy Sheriff David Alan Powell...my sincere condolences to you all. I know and understand the pain of losing a loved one. When I lost the love of my life, Josh, a piece of me died with him. Life will never be the same without him. I love him and miss him more than words can express. I know that Josh is always with me in my heart...so is your dear David. Continue to hold tight to the memories you have of him. Again, I am sorry for your loss. May the Lord bless you all. Kelly Gillain What I will remember most about Dave is his humor, intelligence, and love for good. I really liked talking about apologetics with him. He is still an inspiration to me as I try to reach my potential.
DAVE ITS BEEN A LITTLE OVER TWO YEARS, SINCE YOU HAVE BEEN GONE. YOU WERE A TRUE ROLE MODEL FOR THE COMMUNITY YOU SERVED, AND THE DEPUTIES YOU PROTECTED. YOU ALWAYS TREATED ME WITH RESPECT, WHEN I WAS A TRAINEE IN 1989 AT LAKEWOOD STATION. DEPUTY DAVID POWELL I SALUTE YOU, A TRUE FALLEN BROTHER/HERO. RIP. SGT RON BUCHHOLZ
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