Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

God Bless the family and friends of Officer James Branson. Your friends on the other side of the state are praying for him and his family and co-workers.

PO Michael A Baker
Kansas City MO Police

To the loving family and many friends of Officer James Branson, we thank you for shaping him into the courageous and dedicated public servant he became. May you take comfort in knowing that the citizens of the City of St. Louis celebrate his life and contributions, and join you in mourning his passing.

Colonel Mary E. Nelson, President
St. Louis Board of Police Commissioners

James,

It was a tremendous honor getting to know you as we worked together at Central Patrol. When the accident occurred, all of your brothers and sisters in blue were there to help you and your partner P.O. Jackson. I was filled with Pride as everyone did their part in the rescue efforts.

My condolences go out the the Branson family and friends, because James was a Hero, doing his best to protect all of us from harm.

Jesus said: "I tell you the truth, a time is coming and has now come when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God and those who hear will Live." John 5:25

I believe James has heard the Son of God, and may he rest in peace for a job well done.

Sergeant Jeff Barnes
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department

It is at times like this that I find myself speechless and reflect back over the years remembering the smiling faces of so many of my friends and associates that gave their life for the service of others.

I never had the pleasure to meet James, but I am sure he was a great friend, husband and father. I am deeply sorry for your loss, but I know that he will be at peace in the company of the many heros that past before him.

He will join the ranks of many at the right hand of the Lord.

May God bless you and keep your family safe in this most trying and difficult times.

Detective Bob Sampson
Pine Lawn PD FAST UNIT

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Branson's wife, children, family and friends, You will never be alone in your pain and grief. Your law enforcement family will always be with you. Psalm 55:22

Denise Nichols - surviving spouse
Alabama State Trooper Brian Nichols EOW 2/17/2002

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Officer Branson. Rest in peace.

Deputy Scott Bjornstad
Yuma County Sheriff's Office

MAY GOD BLESS OFFICER BRANSONS FAMILY,FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS. REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RETIRED
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

If there is any good news from this tragedy it is the remarkable progress his partner, Officer Jermaine Jackson, has made in the past few days. I would like to think that James has a new assignment, that as guardian angel for Jermaine.

A friend
SLMPD

I just wanted to let the family know that I will be praying for them. Stay prayful and know that GOD answers prayers. Your love one will be missed.


Det. Wendell Ishmon

Det. Wendell Ishmon, DSN 5037
St. Louis Police Department

What a horrible loss, Officer Branson, you truly are an American hero, you made a difference while you were here. Rest in peace Brother.

Brother in blue...

Officer Don Hurley
Eloy, Az. Police Department

I am so sorry to hear about the loss. About 3 months ago I lost one of my close police sisters to an automobile accident . My thoughts & prayers are with you. Try to remember " Behind every tear there is a smile"

Anonymous

Your passing is tragic, your sacrifice and service is noble. Rest in peace. God bless your family and co-workers.

Inv. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department

He was a good friend and he will be missed.

Police Officer Rodney G. Hickman
St. Louis Poilce Department

May God bless this officer and those who continue the fight where this brave hero left off. We will miss you. It saddens us deeply every time we have to put that black band around our badges. We will not forget you. See you someday, I'm sure!

anonymous
Maplewood Police Department

Prayers for Officer Branson's family go out...

"Thank You, Officer Branson, for the work you did every day to try to make our city a better place -- The little things that we haven't heard about on the news, we will never know. You were a brave man and a true hero. Thanks."

All the Love and Blessings in the World to James Branson's Wife, Children, Friends and Colleagues.

Signed,
STL Citizen

Anonymous

Take comfort in knowing we all are one family.
Our department, and its' members, are there for you at all times.

Gresham Police Benevolent Group

Good bye brother in arms. We regret your passing and pray for those you have left behind. The rest of us will continue in our daily battle and you will not be by our side - but you will always be in our hearts.

God Speed! Watch us from above.

Lt. Larry Kirk
Southwestern Illinois College DPS

Rest In Peace Brother

Anonymous

Rest in Peace, Brother. You will never be forgotten. You are a true hero to us all.

Deputy
MCSD Missouri

REST EASY BROTHER

prattville al

Gods speed my bother...You will be missed....

Andi-Criminal Justice Student

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE OFFICERS
WISH TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH OFFICER BRANSON, HIS FAMILY AND
CO-WORKERS.

GOD BLESS..

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE

Rest in Peace Brother. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten and those of us left here will carry on the watch for you.

To the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Branson,

May God be with you during this tragic time. May he wrap you in his arms and give you comfort as you remember James with love and fondness.

God Bless You All

Corporal
SPD

To Officer Branson family and friends our hearts and prayers go out to you


God Bless you

Terry Miyares, surviving spouse
Officer Emilio F. Miyares, Hialeah PD, FL, EOW 11/6/86

You gave the ultimate sacrifice. You may be gone, but you will NEVER be forgotten. We are all family in this job, sometimes we are the only family each other has. In pace requiescat, Rest in peace! Keep a watch on the rest of us as we go on shift each day.

"When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a way that when you die, the world will cry and you will rejoice." (American Indian Prayer)

Isaiah 40:31

Officer Kimberly Moses
MTSU Campus PD, TN