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It's been 21 years; I still think of you with fondness. Until we meet again.......... Phyllis Hansen Flores Ken and I were in the same academy class. We became good friends at the academy, as well as afterwards. It has been over 20 years since his death. I have retired. Yet, I still think about him. He was a good man, a good friend, a good police officer, and while I didn't know him during his USMC years I'm certain he was a good Marine as well. What a wasteful tragedy his death was. I pray his family has learned to cope with the loss. Ofc. Matt Ridener #3857 Officer Collings, Anonymous Ken has always held a special place in my heart; he was truly an amazing person. There are constant reminders of him; a certain Waylon Jennings song heard on the radio, the Marine emblem, watching hockey, driving past certain intersections (I avoid driving on McDowell Rd between Grand and I-17), sometimes just seeing a patrol car will do it. My daughter asked about him the other day and telling her stories about him brought a smile to my face and a tear to my eye. Miss you but I know that you are watching over all of us and that we will see each other again someday. Phyllis Hansen I worked with Ken at Cactus Park Precinct for several years. As the precinct secretary, I read his reports, sat with him on committees, and spent time just chatting before he hit the street. He was a splendid officer and friend. I was raising my teenage son and often sought Ken's advice; he always had time to listen. He is in my prayers. Susan J. Elias Brother Ken it is coming up on 20 years since you left us for your new assignment in God's police department in heaven. It doesn't seem that long ago that I heard your laugh and seen your quiet smile. I know you are enjoying the company of all our fallen heroes and being with Jesus. The city is preparing to dedicate the site of your departure and I know you will be present to look over all your "old brothers" who come to honor your family. Until we meet again in God's house, farewell brother, God speed. Tom Bradley,Retired there will be a mass for ken;s 20th yr death on may 27th 2008 at 6;30pm at st.simons&jude church at 27th av.&maryland all are invited to attend i thank all of ken;s friends for keeping us in their prayers thanks again gary howes sr dear ol dad
"The Badge" Investigator David L Bell Rest in Peace, Officer Collings. Your sacrifice is not forgotten. Officer 11169 I miss you terribly Anita Taylor Chapmon I have to say one more thing.......To Little Gary..... Anita Taylor Chapmon Kenny was the best man i've ever known. we were seven years apart and my father had been dead since i was 1 1/2. Kenny was like my brother and father all mixed into one and took care of me. He'd give the shirt off his back to help someone. I loved (and still do) him very much. I looked up to him. Even when some where not there, he always was. Anita Taylor Chapmon You are not forgotten............ AZ Narc Ken, although we never met, I have the pleasure of riding with one of your old friends. He speaks of you often and misses you a great deal. Know that you are not forgotten. 611x I would like to leave this reflection for the friends and family of Officer Collings. It may not seem like much, but this memory stays with me still as I continue to pray for their comfort at the loss of this fine young man. A few days before this senseless incident Officer Collings came to my home in response to a complaint from my neighbors about my dog, Spike. He was one of those fence-jumping little mutts, who would sit in my front yard chasing and nipping at whomever went by. Indeed, Spike had taken a few plugs out of more than one passerby! A neighbor contacted me at work when she saw Officer Collings trying his best to side step my dog's advances. He wasn't a bad dog at heart-just too territorial. It took a while to reach my home. As a matter of fact, I worked at a company down the street from the bank where Officer Collings was shot. I lived all the way over by 21st Ave and Camelback and the traffic thru there was hell. When I arrived home, Officer Collings was more sympathetic than critical and just smiled that warm smile and told me how glad he was I had gotten there before he had to put my dog down. Truth be told, this sweet man really waited longer then he had to just to keep from harming my pet dog. I know this doesn't seem like much-but this simple act still moves me to tears. Two days after this happened, I was overwhelmed with sadness and anger to see this fine man's picture on the front page. This is the first time I have visited this web site, I left Phoenix and went home to Oklahoma not long after all this. I am glad to see the person who took this wonderful officer's life is paying his debt. During these last many years I have thought of Officer Kenneth Collings many times and said several prayers for his family and friends. Please believe and remember my thoughts will always remain with you as they do with all the people who lose these brave and courageous men and women who protect us and help us for all reasons. Great and small. God bless you and keep you safe. Joette Nolentubby I worked closely with Mr. Collings nephew and others who knew him when this happened. I have always prayed that his family find strength, hope and peace. God bless them. John Hansen 7 come 11 sweetie. What a great guy. You are missed and thought of often. Anonymous 01-15-04 Ofc. Brad Garst i am ken;s brother in law and a better person you could not find if a mother could wish for the one perfect kid ,he would be kenneth .he always had everybody;s elsewelfare in mind before his own;i could not describe kenneth to you with Kenneth was not only an exemplary Police Officer, but a wonderful Uncle and friend. I will honor and cherish him always. Terri Taylor, Kenneth's Niece Officer Collings is a friend and one of finest officers I have had the pleasure of working with. I still miss him very much and will never forget that smile he had for everyone. Kenneth Blanchard
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