Dallas Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Friday, November 22, 1963
Reflections for Officer J. D. Tippit
Thank you Mr. Tippit for your service on Nov. 22, 1963. Thank you also for your service in WW II. Bless your beautiful family that has sacrificed so much for this country. May God Bless.
Sheriff Wiley Griffin
Decatur County, Ga. Sheriff's Office
November 22, 2015
Rest easy Sir
Police Officer
November 22, 2015
I was only 12 years old on that horrible day, and did not learn until later that our nation had lost not one, but two great men.
RIP, Officer Tippit. The lessons of selflessness and dedication you embodied will not be forgotten.
John Schofield SPC4
NYARNG
October 4, 2015
Tippit, you were a special hero. One that gave a sacrifice no one else could give, and that civilian that called for help was also a hero. You were alone only with a few people doing your job trying to question Oswald.
Kid
None
July 5, 2015
To my friend.Always remembered.
Ret officer William Wells
Houston,tx police
February 7, 2015
You will never ever be forgotten! RIP
Sergeant
North Kingstown Police Department
November 22, 2014
Always rememberd with #POTUS35
Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service
November 22, 2014
Another year & your still prayed for & thought of as a hero!
Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service
November 21, 2014
Like all the cops in all the world there was a huge lump in my throat on that fateful day, yes I was saddend by the loss of Mr. Kennedy, but some how I felt the death of officer Tippet ever so much more, I still do.
Two fine men died that day both lived by the motto of the Blue Knight ( I know one wasn't a cop but he would have made a good one)
R.I.P. Officer Tippit "Respectful to all subservient to none"
Detective Sergeant Jack Mc Crum 11748
Bureau of Criminal Intelligence Victoria Police Australia.
November 21, 2014
Mrs. Tippit, My prayers are with J.D., your family and friends. Officer Tippit not only served the City of Dallas, but also served in the US Army and protected our freedom before becoming a Police Officer. God Bless You All. J. Harrelson
Lt. J. Harrelson (Retired)
Holbrook Police Department
November 15, 2014
I was honored to be present during your memorial on the 50th anniversary of this tragic day in United Stated History. Your wife spoke well of you and we held a candle light vigil in your honor. Rest in Peace brother.
Police Officer
Dallas PD
May 17, 2014
you were my great uncle and i was alive to know you but i wish i could have, and i respect you for what u did that day giving your life to protect your fellow people
Keith Howard
Nephew
March 25, 2014
I just read a recent article in "POLICE ONE" about your life. I'm glad I did. You may have only lived 39 years on this earth, but you saw more and did more than most people who live to a ripe old age. WWII-Army Airborne, Battle of the Bulge, Purple Heart, Bronze Star, just to name a few. On DPD, attacked by a man with an ice pick, having to take a life of a man who pulled a .25 auto on you and your partner. And, because of your alertness and dedication, the man who assassinated the President of the United States was captured. A member of the Greatest Generation. RIP warrior! You deserve it.
Police Sergeant
A Massachusetts Police Department
March 6, 2014
My son graduated from Army boot camp on 11/22/13. There was a lot of remembering on this 50th anniversary of the JFK assassination. I never knew a Dallas Police Officer was killed that day. Then I learned how you were the hero that day. Thank you for your service in the Army, thank you for your service with DPD, and I thank your family for standing by vigilantly while you served. Godspeed Brother.
C.J. Mulligan, Detective
San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department
February 23, 2014
RIP Sir! You are a true American hero. I was just told the story of the details of your tragic death back in 1963.
K Brooks
Houston PD
February 18, 2014
A TRUE AMERICAN HERO!
CO Ted Carr (ret), Colorado Dept. of Corrections, Texas Dept. of Corrections TDCJID
February 6, 2014
Thank you for your service Officer Tippit, especially on that fateful day! God Bless.
Special Agent Stephen Huvane
US Department of HUD OIG
November 27, 2013
Thank you for your service, sir. Oswald certainly got what he had deserved. Your sacrifice makes a difference to many, and your name means something to others. RIP, sir.
Shayne Maholik
Fearnots Vol. Fire Co, Foster Twp., PA
November 27, 2013
Officer Tippit, I wish the news media would give you the recognition you deserve when remembering this awful day. You are NOT forgotten by your law enforcement family. Rest in Peace.
Mari Alvarez
Yolo County Sheriffs Dept, retired
November 24, 2013
A true hero, thank you for your service and sacrifice.
P/O Henry O'Neill
Prospect Park PD,PA
November 23, 2013
R.I.P. Officer Tippit. I had just turned 3 years old at the time of the assignation of our President and the fatal shooting of this brave Police Officer" my heart was heavy on the 50th Anniversary date of this day in Dallas. God be with the family, friends and the Dallas Police Department.
Sherri L. Miner-Robinson
November 23, 2013
R.I.P. Officer Tippit. GOD had a better plan for you. Because you gave the ultimate sacrifice and because of that, YOU helped catch the man that killed the President that day. Thank you and may GOD bless you forever and keep you in his arms.
Jerome White / Former Police Officer
Markhan Park Police
November 23, 2013
Rest in peace Officer. You are not forgotten.
Detective (retired)
Everett Police Everett Washington
November 23, 2013
R.I.P. Brother Tippit. You are not forgotten. "I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me." Isaiah 6:8
Retired Sgt. Vernon Teague
Metro/Nashville PD
November 23, 2013
Was 12 years old, November 22, 1963 and Your Name will will always be remembered, God Bless You, Tennnn-Hut, Salute, Honors Rendered. Rest In Peace, Officer Tippit, DPD
Sgt Detective Carolyn Martin
Jarrell Police Department
November 23, 2013
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