Police Officer Mark Bedard Minneapolis Park Police Department Minnesota Friday, November 9, 2007  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 112 of 113 of 114 of 115 of 116 of 117 of 118 of 119 of 1110 of 1111 of 11

Your heroism and service is honored today, the second anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you.
Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
2009-11-09

To Officer Mark Bedard, his family and his fellow officers with the Minneapolis Park Police Department:

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

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Memebrs and Staff
2009-11-09

Just thinking of you today, Mark.

Lynn
Minneapolis PD
2009-10-09

Thinking of you today and knowing you and Butch are watching out for us.
We miss you tons on cousin night!!

Bridget
cousin
2009-05-15

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this first anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
2008-11-10

My thoughts and prayers go out to Mark's Family and friends....It was an extremly sad day November 9th for Minnesota!!! Rest in Peace Sir!

Trp. Tjon
Minnesota State Patrol
2008-08-28

Each day, when I get ready for work, I look at a photo that was taken when we were Park Patrol Agents which is hanging in my uniform/work closet. I have fond memories of those times, as well as riding the lakes on Jake & Rio as Officers.
Take care...we all miss you....Steve #30223

Steve Manhood
MPD: prior Mpls Park PD
2008-07-14

Mark/Bedard Family,
Rest in Peace brother. There is no doubt that you served, and that you sacrificed. You will not be forgotten and we will see you on the other side. Keep smiling Mark. That smile warms our hearts every day. Your family has our full support.

Sgt. Steve Wickelgren
MPD PAP
2008-06-13

Bedard Family,

I am very sorry for your loss. I had the opportunity to meet Mark through a mutual partner (B. Jones). Mark was one of the nicest people I have ever met in my law enforcement career. He will be greatly missed.

Investigator Chad Nagorski
Duluth Police Department
2008-06-09

Mark,

You didnt know me, however, I had the distinct honor in meeting your son Nicholas during National Police Week 2008. Nick was extremely impressed with the Motors and when your family approached me that is when I met your adorable son. So young, but yet so in-tuned was he as I sat there and spoke with him and gave him my department's Motor Unit pin. Your family explained to me that tragic day in November and they told Nick I was daddy's friend now.

So as your friend, I say rest in peace and know that you and your family, and Lil Nick will always have a special place in my heart.

Bedard Family, God Bless You

Sgt. Delton Goodrum
Alexandria, VA Police Dept. (Motors)
2008-05-16

I am a Sergeant from a small town in NJ. In less than three weeks I will be riding my bicycle from NJ to Washington DC for the NJ leg of the Police Unity Tour in honor of your sacrifice to this profession. We are all brothers in arms and it is difficult to hear of your loss. I wish the best for your family as they will need much support to get through these difficult times. I have been in touch with Sgt Doll and look forward to meeting him in Washington. If the timing is right I may be able to introduce myself to your family and pay my respects in person. My sincere condolences to your family. My sincere gratitude to your service. It is my honor to ride on your behalf.

Sergeant John Hurd
Chester Township Police Department
2008-04-21

Hey Markie Mark,
We have the Minneapolis Special Olympics Polar Plunge coming up this Saturday. They have your mug plastered all over---only cuz its such a funny shot from last year:) Mike jumped this past weekend in the South Metro plunge with me, Becca and Kari. I think we have him hooked as he said hes doing it again next year!
There are a bunch of people coming out to DC this year to honor you and all the other officers. Its going to be a tough week for all of us, especially your family and close friends but there is alot of support there for everyone.
Just been thinkin' bout you and miss you.
Lynn

Officer Lynn Cronquist
Minneapolis PD
2008-02-25

Rest in peace Officer Bedard. May God bless your family, friends, and fellow Officers.

Deputy J. Young
Hennepin County Sheriff's Office
2008-01-19

May you rest in peace. Our prayers are with you're family and co-workers.

Deputy Todd Siemonsma
Pipestone County Sheriff's Office - MN
2008-01-10

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Everytime I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Officer Bedard. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Mark, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Mark's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Mark's life was about so much more than the way he died. Mark will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Officer Bedard, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been almost five years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Surviving Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)
2008-01-01

To Mark's Family, Friends and Fellow Officers,
Wishing God's blessings on all of you, especially Andrea, Nicholas, Mark's parents and brother this holiday season. The "firsts" are so hard, but Christmas and the anniversary's are the hardest. May you find peace and comfort in the wonderful memories you all share of Mark. We'll continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Parents of Fellow Officer Melissa Schmidt EOW 8/01/02

Carole & Steve Schmidt
Survivors
2007-12-24

The highest of distinctions is service to others. -King George VI

Officer Bedard -- Your dedication to the good of your community will not be forgotten.

To all those touched by the loss of Officer Bedard -- Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association
2007-12-24

Merry Christmas, Mark. It won't be the same without you. We still can't believe you are gone. I hope Andi, Nick and your family can try to enjoy the holidays a little bit.
We will always remember 30203.

Minneapolis PD

2007-12-23

God Speed brother..... We have the watch now!!!! Sympathy goes out to your family!

Deputy Mackey
El Paso County Sheriff's Office-Colorado
2007-12-07

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Officer Bedard as well as the Minneapolis Park Police Department. May you rest in eternal peace our brother.

Detective Mark Techmanski
City of Syracuse, NY Police Department
2007-12-05

You are a true hero and will never be forgoten. Thank you for everything that you have stood for. My deepest sympothy to your family and friends. May you rest in peace my fellow brother.

Ofc. J Fazio
Port St. Lucie PD, FL
2007-12-01

To The Loved Ones Left behind I am sorry For Your Great Loss, and to The Department of Minneapolis Park The Loss of a Godd officer. sad deal very sad, these things happen , To his freinds and co workers I am realy sorry for your loss, Police Officer Mark Bedard To protect and To serve and gave It All, A True American Hero, making a Differince in the world And paid The Most a man can pay.
I am a Christain and I ask God To help His Loved ones Freinds & Co Worker , with These Heavy Hearts, Officer Mark Bedard may be Gone from This Place we call eart, But he shall never Be Forgotten, God rest this Mans Soul. God Speed, Be strong Officer Bedared Lives on thru You ! easy just remember him in you heart.

Steven A. Waggoner
none
2007-12-01

Rest in peace, Sir. My deepest sympathy to all who knew and loved Officer Bedard.

A citizen

2007-11-28

Rest in Peace Officer Bedard.

Park Ranger Chris Chappell
Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks
2007-11-28

Thank you for your service to your community and our country. My condolences to the family and friends.

Captain Michael Becker
Genesee County Sheriff's Office, Flint Michigan
2007-11-28