Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Our deepest sympathies to Sgt. Johnson's family, friends, fellow officers and players he coached for many years. A terrible tragedy occurred Sunday afternoon. I speak for all of the members of the White River Valley Ambulance Service that we are deeply saddened.

Administrator Amy Estey
White River Valley Ambulance Service, Bethel, VT

On behalf of the Troopers of the Pennsylvania State Police, our prayers and thoughts are with you, your friends and loved ones. May the ruthless criminal responsible for this murder be brought to justice and sentenced to the most severe penalty.

Trooper - Troop M
Pennsylvania State Police

On behalf of the men and women of the Haddon Heights Police Department, I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family, friends, and co-workers of Trooper Michael Johnson.

The loss of a single law enforcement officer impacts each of us regardless of geographical location. The bond between law enforcement officers is unexplainable to those outside our profession. We, as members of the law enforcement family, experince and share with your tragic loss of Trooper Johnson. We, too, have known of this same kind of tragedy and understand what a difficult period of time this is for all of you.

Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Chief Ronald S. Shute
Haddon Heights Police Department, New Jersey

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYS ARE WITH ALL WHO ARE SUFERING FROM THIS HORRIBLE TRADAGY. ANOTHER HERO,BROTHER AND MOST OF ALL HUSBAND AND FATHER GONE. REST IN PEACE AND GOD SPEED MY BROTHER TPR. SGT. JOHNSON

PLT
ROCHESTER NH

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYS ARE WITH ALL WHO ARE SUFFERING FROM THIS HORRIBLE TRADAGY. GOD SPEED MY BROTHER SGT. JOHNSON

patrolman
ROCHESER ,NH, PD

To Sergeant Michael Johnson's Family,

Please know that my prayers are with you all. Sergeant Johnson was a wonderful man and his laughter will remain with us for years. God Bless all of you in your time of need. Please know that his sacrifice will not be forgotten, and his love of his family and friends, as well as his love for his fellow brothers will be remembered for years to come.

Anonymous

"The solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom"- Abraham Lincoln

Sgt Johnson laid down his life, so others would be safe. Your husband, your brother, your father, your son, your friend, your co-worker....he died a hero and we are all thankful for his sacrifice.

The gates of Heaven are safer now..........

Detective Kimberly Edwards
Burlington VT PD

If I could catch a rainbow, I would do it just for you (family of Sgt. Michael Johnson), and share with you it's beauty on days you're feeling blue. If I could build a mountain you could call your very own--a place to find serenity, a place to be alone, I'd do it just for you.

Words do not come easy at a time like this. My family extends our deepest symathy during this tragic time.....This is such a terrible loss !

God Bless

Anonymous

Mike Johnson was the kind of person who had a smile for everyone. I had the pleasure of having known him and his family for over a decade now. I have seen him as an exhuberant father playing with his children, a loving husband dancing with his wife at my wedding, a proud coach cheering on his team, and a devoted officer of the law. I still can't believe that this man who was once so full of life is no longer with us. My thoughts are with Kerrie and the kids. Mike was one in a million and will never be forgotten.

Kelly Pecor (Gilderdale)

Please know that this former New Englander recognizes your commitment and service. We here in New Mexico feel your loss also. God Bless you and your family.

Detective (Ret) James M. Jones
Albuquerque Police Dept (NM)

Each fallen strengthens those who remain. Rest in peace Trooper, we pray for your loved ones.

State Trooper
Michigan State Police

Rest in peace Sgt. Michael Johnson, you will never be forgotten. May God be with your family, friends, and brothers during their time of need.

May God Bless your wife and children.


Shanna

We are here for you! Anything we, in New Jersey, can do please don't hesitate to call on us..

Mike Zimmerman
New Jersey State Police

May Sergeant Johnson rest in peace. His services will be greatly missed to all of us in the state of Vermont. And may justice be served quickly and harshly in this event. No one should suffer this loss. To Sergeant Johnsons family always remember your father, son, brother, husband died doing a job I'm sure he loved on a day he should've been home with his family. And he died a true HERO!!!!!!

Shawn, Michelle, and Lisa Smith
White River Junction, Vermont

You gave all. God bless you and your family. Rest in peace TROOPER.

Anonymous

You will always be remembered for the wonderful man who gave so much of himself to everyone and everything!

With Love & Prayers to you and your family!

~A Neighbor who will miss seeing you out jogging~

When I was a cashier at Bradford Mini Mart in Bradford VT, I was always happy to see Sgt. Johnson come in, and say hello to everyone, someone that always had a smile on his face, and just a particularly nice person.
Thanks for putting your life on the line, to make everyone else safe within the state of Vermont.

Shanna Rodger

You are in our thoughts and prayers. The beat you now walk has no violence. You gave the ultimate sacrifice protecting the citizens of your community.

Sergeant Salvatore A. Torelli
Fauquier County Sheriff's Office, VA

I send my deepest sympathies to the family and the troops of the Vermont State Police. I am truly saddened by the tragic loss of Sgt Johnson. We who respect the law and pursue justice, have a righteous cause. May the Lord grant us peace, and give us courage to continue.

former member
Richmond VA Police

God bless, Sergeant. Thanks for watching over my hometown all these years. You will not be forgotten.

Peter Vinton, NCIC/NLETS instructor
Drug Enforcement Administration (ret.)

You are in our thoughts and prayers. The beat you now walk has no violence. You gave the ultimate sacrifice protecting the citizens of your community.

Sergeant Salvatore A. Torelli
Fauquier County Sheriff's Office, VA

You have chosen a path in life most would not travel. Your duty came first, but you are not alone. Brother and sister officers have fallen before you. They are waiting to guide you on your next journey. You will be missed and not forgotten.


D/Chief KOCB - Kosovo
Lt NYPD (Ret)

Bill Gloffke
NYPD (ret)

Mike Johnson was a wonderful person. A devoted father, loving husband to his wife, and a dedicated officer to his troop station. Mike was also a figure in our community that will never be forgotten or matched. Whether he was on the job or on the field coaching youth sports, Mike always had a smile. Mike was truly everyones best friend. Mike will be sadly missed but never forgotten.

Anonymous

Rest in Peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and your co-workers.

Anonymous

Once again, the "Thin Blue Line" has been attacked. We who depend on that line, feel the loss'

Sgt. Johnson will live on in the heart and minds of all of us who care, and many tears will be shed in his memory. GOD bless that "Thin Blue Line" and those who Protect and Serve

Richard Raymer, Private Citizen