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Deputy Etheridge, Jimmy Fulton I stopped by your resting place on 11/27/2009 to pay my repsects. I know we didnt know each other all that well Brian but when we learned about our fallen brothers in the academy I never put much thought into it because it had been so long since it happened. Rest assured brother your family is well taken care of. Its hard to spot a blue or tan uniform that doesnt have a black band on their wrist. We see your face every time we go to squad meeting and it brings some comfort knowing we have you watching over us. Rest In Peace Deputy Etheridge Dep. Ogden, J.J. Brian we went to school together and we graduated together, I have even called upon you for advice, and when the radio call went out and they said your name, I lost it totally, I keep asking myself why, you were a strong man, a wonderful husband and a awesome father, because of you this world is a better place and the lives that you helped changed and effected are countless. Brian S. I pray for the family daily.This has been a struggle for me Brian, Being one of the last officers with you and the last to speak to you I will never forget. I know in my heart God had a purpose for me that day to comfort You in your time..I will promise to keep Your family in my heart and prayers always..You are my hero brother..I will see you again one day.. K.S.Goebel #1909 Deputy Etheridge, Anonymous WAY TOO YOUNG, AND WAY TOO SOON! Sedgwick County and the State of Kansas suffered a tremendous loss. I hope your daughter grows up knowing her daddy died a true hero, but one without a cape or superpowers. May your family relish the good times, laughter, and HAPPY moments, rather than be subject to the tragegy. Thank you for your service, your time, and your dedication to your profession. Rest in Peace Deputy Etheridge. Anonymous Thank you for your sacrifice. You are a hero. Rest in peace. Det. J. Clark I did not know Deputy Etheridge but as a former full time officer and now a reserve I know of the sacrifices we make in the profession we have chosen. Brian gave the ultimate sacrifice. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife, daughter, and his entire family including his fellow deputies and officers of the Sedgwick Co. S.O. and Wichita PD. Rest in peace Brian as your fellow brothers in blue have the watch now. You will always be remembered as a HERO. Res. Off. Scott Davies #614 One of Our Own Sgt. Oscar R. Thomasson May you rest in peace brother, words are of little solice at a time like this, but you are in our prayers. Detective Sergeant Harmen Wouda May you rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten. Police Officer REST IN PEACE, BROTHER PROVINCIAL CONSTABLE MARTY LALONDE Rest in peace Deputy Etheridge, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you very much for your service! Shelly Thoughts and prayers are with your family and your agency. RIP Brother in Blue. May your killer ROT in HELL! Police Officer D. Kirk #309 My thoughts & prayers are with your family, friends, & Agency. May you sleep easy with God, Brian. We thank you for your Service, Sir. You will NEVER be forgotten. Sgt. Trey Pellizzari Brian, everyone has replayed the events of that tragic day a thousand times over; wishing there was something we could have done different. We try to draw comfort in knowing that everything was out of our hands. We will never know how many officers you saved by your own brave actions and we shall remain forever grateful. Rest easy brother, we will carry on, but we will never forget. Deputy Antle, J.M. Brian, rest easy brother. Your watch is done. We'll take it from here. Chief Jeremy Billman My father, Officer Donald Gamblin Jr, was a Shawnee, Ks Police Officer killed in the line of duty in 1991. My heart goes out to the Deputy's family, and department. A Husband, son, father, HERO was lost. God bless all of you. You will always be in my heart and prayers. We are all family of the thin blue line Matt Gamblin EMT I/D Deputy Coroner My squad read your tragic story in briefing yesterday. I thought about you throughout the entire shift. I didnt know you and I have never even been to Kansas yet your story has made us safer. You did not die in vain. Rest easy brother. Officer rest in peace Deputy are Thoughts are with Your Family and the Big Blue As A Brother to All Law manAnd woman. Chief Kelly Post May Deputy Brian S. Etheridge rest in peace and may we pray for the protection of those in uniform who continue to keep our families safe and secure on the homefront around the USA. God bless Deputy Etheridge's family and friends and give them strength to move forward while keeping their memories of him in their hearts and souls. Lieutenant Colonel Stephanie Jung My thoughts are with all of your loved ones during this very trying time. I ask that all of your close friends and brothers and sisters in blue, keep your family close to them and assist them whenever possible. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten. Keep watch over all of your loved ones. Bob Gordon Brian - We're all so proud of you! You will be missed greatly! Amanda Your senseless death and your photo reminds us so much of our son and the circumstances surrounding his death. May the Good Lord hold your family close in the palm of his hand, during these dark days ahead. Thank you, Deputy Etheridge, for your service and sacrifice. We salute you, sir. Karen Highbarger 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
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