Deputy Sheriff Vu Nguyen Sacramento County Sheriff's Department California Wednesday, December 19, 2007  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 132 of 133 of 134 of 135 of 136 of 137 of 138 of 139 of 1310 of 1311 of 1312 of 1313 of 13

I went to junior high and high school with Vu. I remember him fondly as a sweet boy who never offended anyone and was filled with integrity. I was very shocked and saddened to hear of his death recently during a 20 year HS reunion. May the Lord keep his families safe and comfort them knowing he was a great boy as a child and an even greater man as an adult.

Betty Lemos,MFT
Child hood friend
2009-10-26

Though I never knew him, he was part of my Law Enforcement family and I will mourn this deep loss the rest of my life. My heart aches with all the losses we have suffered, and continue to suffer, through the years. God is our only peace in such incidents & our only real comfort comes from Him. May His strength, comfort & peace continue to be the sustaining force in the lives of all who knew this beloved officer; and may it somehow help to know they do not grieve alone.

Vicki Hare, Telecommunicator
Salisbury NC PD
2009-10-13

I knew Vu in college. A friend of mine just told me about his passing. I cannot believe that such a great person as Vu is gone from this world. He was so nice and so real. In todays world you cannot find anyone like this. I am so heart broken that he has passed. He was such a good person!
I will always remember you Vu.

Stacie R
Friend from CSUS
2009-06-28

Hi brother,
It has been over a year since we lost you.
We all miss you so so much!!! This has been the
hardest challenge our family has ever endured.
I am use to your calm voice, telling me, "it's ok."
This time it's not ok.
The get togethers are not the same without you.
We miss you everyday! We love you so much brother!!
I have been reading all the reflections people have written
To you. You are so loved!!
Thank you everyone for all your support and prayers for our family.

Tammy
Little sister
2009-06-01

Deputy Vu Nguyen:
I have meant to write under your Reflections, before now, but it has been too painful. You see...you and my son were both shot and died within twelve hours of each other, on the same day, under similar circumstances, on different coasts.
Thank you, Deputy Vu for your sacrifice and service. May the Good Lord continue to watch over and protect your family.

Karen
Mom- Peace Officer Christopher Nicholson-EOW 12-19-07
2009-04-14

One year ago, you gave the ultimate sacrifice in protecting the citizens of the County of Sacramento. That's how you were. You gave it everything you had, no matter what you did. Sacramento County is a little safer today because of heros like you.

Not a day or an hour goes by that I don't think of you. I wear a memorial bracelet every day in honor of you, our friendship and your ultimate sacrifice.

Rest easy Brother, we miss you.

Sgt. R. Gregson
BART Police Department, CA.
2008-12-19

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
2008-12-19

I am a friend of Vu's since 1976. I can honestly say that in the time I was lucky enough to share with Vu I can't remember a negative word from him. Vu was as loyal a friend as there is. Vu lived with honor and pride like few of us only strive to do so. His funeral was both beautiful and one of the most helpless feelings I've ever endured. I love you and will always miss you.

Martin B. Munoz
Proud to be a friend
2008-12-12

Happy Birthday, Vu Dinh Nguyen.

Hip
Friend
2008-12-10

Happy Birthday bro!

Sgt. R. Gregson
BART Police Department
2008-12-09

Deputy Vu Nguyen,

Thank you for your service. Remembering you today and every other day we put on our uniforms. Your family, friends and co-workers are always in our thoughts and prayers. May you always watch over us as we will continue to serve our communities in the way you would have wanted.

Rest easy brother and know we will NEVER forget.

Deputy Sheriff
EDSO
2008-12-01

Deputy Vu - My little brother Dective Kent Haws of Tulare County Sheriff's Dept. was shot and killed just a few days before you. I was at the Sacramento memorial and met your sweet wife. She and I hugged, her eyes spoke the words she did not know how to say. I had the pleasure of sitting by her side in Washington D.C. and holding her hand - so tiny. Your brothers in law enforcement stayed close to her - protecting her like you would have. I feel her pain and wish you and my brother were still with us, although I know you are with us always in spirit. I am sure you and my brother are busy in Heaven as it seems like Jesus is taking his warriors home. There must be a reason why you both were called so young. I will keep your wife in my prayers. Always "Sis" Chemene Haws

Chemene Haws
Sister of Detective Kent Haws
2008-08-04

Hey brother,

Was thinking about you today... My buddy was talking about going to the Casino and I remembered the time a group of us went out there and I had a bit too much to drink. Being the good friend you were you gave me a ride home. Bro, not a day goes by that myself or someone else that knows you doesnt talk about some story like this. You left a legacy by your actions bro and we all miss you greatly. Until we see each other again...

Deputy Ruben Peña
Sacramento County Sheriff's Department
2008-06-19

Vu, Thanks again for your courageous efforts. Rest in peace brother.

Deputy Eric Bakulich #102
PCSO
2008-04-22

I have been honored with the duty of riding for and representing Deputy Nguyen in the this years Police Unity Tour. We will ride 250 miles from Portsmouth, Va to Washington,D.C. I hope to meet his family and co-workers at the Candlelight Vigil during Police Memorial Week. I welcome in correspondence from the his family or co-workers. Deputy Nguyen made the ultimate sacrifice. My heart aches for his bride and family. His sacrifice will not be in vain.

"WE RIDE FOR THOSE WHO DIED"
Police Unity Tour Team Nashville-Chapter 4 VA

Officer Roy Roberts
Metropolitan Nashville (TN) Police Department
2008-04-16

We salute you Deputy Nguyen. You have made the ultimate sacrifice. You are a true hero. God bless you.

Steve Ferdin Retired Police Officer
Founder of Fugitive Watch
2008-03-13

Hey bro, just stopped by to say hi. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Till next time.

Sgt. R. Gregson
BART Police Department
2008-02-22

I pray that the family and friends of Deputy Nguyen will find comfort and strength during these difficult times.

Chaplain
White County Sheriff's Department
2008-02-05

Our thoughts and our hearts go out to Deputy Vu Nguyen for his ultimate sacrifice. We all at Sundance Citizens Patrol & Emergency Services commend you for all you have done in protecting us from all the evil doings in our shadows. You will be missed.

Chief Daniel Sherburne
Sundance Citizens Patrol
2008-01-26

I had the privilege of attending Junior High and High School with Vu...After learning of Vu's death I was on a mission to find my junior high and high school yearbooks to be able to go back to 1984-1989...I immediately found what Vu had written in my yearbooks over 20 years ago and enjoyed a nice chuckle through my tears...I hadn't seen Vu since we graduated in 1989 but it didn't surprise me that he "grew up" to become a detective and such a well liked and loved man...Even as a teenager Vu was "special".

Xilonen Martinez
HS Friend
2008-01-23

Deputy Nguyen,
It is people like you who make me proud of this profession. You are a true American hero and this Country is forever in your debt. You will never be forgotten.

Sgt Nyce
Broward Sheriff Office
2008-01-22

Sac county has lost another one of it's finest.....R.I.P.

officer murphy
Denton (TX) Police Department
2008-01-21

May you rest in peace and may the Good Lord comfort your family, friends and fellow deputies. Deputy Nguyen, you are a true hero.

anonymous
Honolulu Police Department
2008-01-16

As I read the facts surrounding your death, it reminded me of the death of one of our own. Det. Keith Dressel was killed in the line of duty on 21 Feb 07 by a 15 year old male armed with a handgun after a brief footpursuit and struggle. It just goes to show that it doesn't matter if you work on the east coast, the plains, a Big City or somewhere out west, the THIN BLUE LINE is everywhere. We face the same dangers day in and day out. Each one of us doing our job, so that others may sleep peacefully at night, walk down their streets without fear, and raise their families in security. We are America's protectors of peace on the home front. Sworn to defend the citizens of our communities with our lives if called to do so. God Bless you, and may he look over your family and help them find peace and strength. I know that your brothers and sisters on the force will take care of your wife, the same way ours are doing for Det. Dressel's wife and children. Rest in Peace, as you have done your duty.

OFF. Amy Herrick
Toledo Police Department Toledo, OH
2008-01-13

My uncle, Detective Kent Haws, of Tulare County Sheriff Dept died two days before Deputy sheriff Vu Nguyen. I'm so sadden of this tragic, I know exactly what friends and loved one's of Vu are going through and I know there where both hero's. Too the family of Vu, Keep strong everyone as try to do the same down in central California. Deputy Sheriff Vu Nguyen Your going to meet my favorite uncle Detective Kent Haws in heaven. Job well done guys you made us proud and made our communities safer.

Future California Highway patrol officer Danny Mendoza.

Dan Mendoza
Nephew of Detective Kent Haws E.O.W. 1-17-08
2008-01-11