Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The best way to express sadness for the deaths of Officer Bennett and his two fellow officers and the anger toward their assailants is to support in every way possible the efforts of the police officers who survive them.

My thanks to all the officers who have died in the line of duty and those officers who put their lives on the line every time they step onto the streets. My prayers and condolences to their families. May God keep all of you within His protective arms and reward you for your unselfish devotion in upholding the rule of law that He has given to us....James R. Bosarge, Jr.

Citizen James R. Bosarge, Jr.
Ogle, Liles & Upshaw, a law firm

June 20, 2004

There are but two persons who protect the sinful human race from destroying itself. One is God's Holy Spirit. The other is the Peace Officer. Without them, we would all perish at each other's hands.

You were called into this profession and our Lord and Savior has blessed you because:
According to Romans 13.1-5...
God ordains the Peace Officer’s profession.
The Peace Officer is sent by God.
The Peace Officer is vested with God's authority to enforce the law.
A Peace Officer's badge is to be honored by us, because it is honored by God.

To the family of Officer Charles Robert Bennett and the Birmingham Police Department, your extended family of Law Enforcement Officers grieves with you during this time. I pray that God will wrap his loving arms around each of you and comfort you during this most difficult time.

You gave the ultimate sacrifice for your fellow man, your life.
While serving, defending, and protecting others in your community.
Rest easy with our other fallen Brothers and Sisters, we have the watch now.

To all my brothers and sisters, please remember the fallen officers we have lost. Remember the men and women who died trying to make this world a safer and better place for us all to live in. Please pray for this officer's family, agency, and friends as they struggle with this tragedy.
May God be with you every day, please remember, we are a part of the largest family in the world and when one hurts we all hurt.

Though our badges and uniforms may be different, our mission is the same. We will continue the fight in your honor.

Florida Deputy Sheriff

June 20, 2004

Officer Bennett, you've Done your Job well. May God be with your wife and daughter.
We'll take over watch from here.
Rest easy Brother!

Patrolman Sam Decker
Hokes Bluff PD

June 20, 2004

I NEVER HAD THE CHANCE TO KNOW THIS OFFICER,BUT I UNDERSTANDTHE PAIN THAT YOUR FAMILY IS GOING THRU.JUST A YEAR AND 10 DAYS BEFORE THIS OFFICER WAS KILLED SO WAS 3 OF MY FRIENDS INSIDE THE FAYETTE POLICE DEPARTMENT.NOONE EVER TRULY APPRECIATES THE JOB THESE GUYS DO TO PUT THEIR LIVES ON THE LINE EVERY DAY BUT I DO.NOTHING I CAN SAY CAN POSSIBLY TAKE THE PAIN AWAY THAT YOUR FAMILY IS FEELING BUT I AM TERRIBLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.I WILL KEEP YOUR FAMILY AND THE FAMILIES OF THE OTHER OFFICERS IN MY PRAYERS.REST IN PEACE YOU TRULY DESERVE IT.GODSPEED!!!

June 20, 2004

I didn't even know him, but I do know that it takes a special person to be a Police Officer. To give the ultimate sacrifice for the safety of others is the most honorable sacrifice one could ever make. He is still watching over us, only now he is doing it from a much more beautiful place. Now not only does he have a badge but he also has a pair of wings.
May God be with his family and friends

Belinda McClantoc
Wife of Police Officer Kinsey, Al.

June 20, 2004

The members of the Royal Palm Beach Police Department wish to extend our deepest sympathies to the family, coworkers, and friends of Officer Charles Robert Bennett. He has fought the good fight and has now gone to his reward. Many of our brothers and sisters are gone, but none are ever forgotten.

Sergeant T. E. Murphy
Royal Palm Beach, Fl. P. D.

June 20, 2004

Officer Charles R. Bennet and Family,

Sir, Thank You for making this world a better place and having the courage to do a job that not many are willing to do. You will always be remembered by your Brothers in blue and your sacrafice falls heavy on our hearts. I hope your family knows that there is 'nt anything we would'nt do for them forever. You are a hero and exemplify the good in humanity. Thank You for leading the way. "Poi si torno' all' eterna fontana" God Bless You and Your Family.

Ptl.T.D.HILL
Ontario Police

June 20, 2004

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Shannon
concerned citizen

June 19, 2004

Officer Bennett, thanks for your dedication and service. My prayers go out to you, your family, and co-workers at the Birmingham Police Department. You are a true hero, God Bless and rest in peace.

Explorer Sgt. Jason Malson
Woodford County Sheriff’s Department, IL

June 19, 2004

My heart pours out to the families, friends,fellow officers,and most of all the children, of all three of my fellow brothers. My prayers go out to ALL of you, throughout this horrific time. May justice prevail!

Officer D. Cruz
State Of Florida Bureau Of Park Police

June 19, 2004

Please accept my deepest, heartfelt sympathy for the loss of these 3 fine officers. I know what all the survivors of these enormous tragedies are going through, as I lost my only child almost a year ago due to a drunken cokehead; Dep. Sheriff Charles Sease E.O.W. July 5, 2003. Bless you all: the families and the men of the Birmingham Police Dept. Jay Stewart

June 19, 2004

My prayers and thoughts are with the friends and family of Officer Bennett. I am thankful every day for the officers who serve and protect us all. God bless and Godspeed.

Amy Dorminey, private citizen

June 19, 2004

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU!

COLUMBIA PD, TN

June 19, 2004

May God watch over you and your families in this time of darkness.

PC
Toronto Police Service

June 19, 2004

At the beginning of every shift I supervise, myself and the other officers on shift dedicate the day to the memory of a fallen officer.

Today, June 19, 2004 we dedicated the shift to the memory of Police Officer Charles Robert Bennett, Police Officer Harley Chisholm III, and Police Officer Carols Owens who died in the line of duty just two days ago.

When one law enforcement officer falls, we all stumble for a while, but we will carry on.

Officer Bennett's, Officer Chisholm's and Officer Owens' sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Paul Bissonnette
Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Surrey, BC

June 19, 2004

To Officer Bennett, Owens, and Chisholms Families:
First let me extend my heartfelt sympathy to you all. The unexpected and sudden death of someone you love can be overwhelming as you face these first numbing days of grief. In the days, weeks, and months ahead you will all be in our prayers. May God give you comfort to heal your broken heart, peace in acceptance and hope and assurance that life will once again be filled with happiness and love. In the days ahead, please be kind and patient with yourselves and know that grieving takes time. May you draw strength and support from each other in the difficult days ahead and know that the prayers from others will be with you in spirit.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
The Starr Family

The Starr Family

June 19, 2004

My thoughts and prayers lovingly go out to all the families that have lost loved ones in the line of duty. I pray that each day you gain strength and courage in the knowledge and remembrance of the wonderful memories that you carry in your heart every day. God be with you and yours now and forever.

Kelli -

Kelli Harfield
Department of Veterans Affairs

June 19, 2004

ON BEHALF OF THE ALEXANDRIA POLICE DEPARTMENT, I WISH TO EXTEND ALL OF OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE MEN AND WOMEN OF BIRMINGHAM PD. AS A DEPARTMENT THAT HAS EXPERIENCED SIMILAR TRAGEDY, WE KNOW THE FEELING OF SUCH A HORRIFIC EVENT. GOD BLESS ALL OF THE OFFICERS, THEIR CO-WORKERS, AND THEIR FAMILIES.

CPL CHRIS COOPER
ALEXANDRIA, LA POLICE DEPT

June 19, 2004

I just want the familiy to know that they are in my prayers. I too lost my husband in the same way, and I can truly relate to the terrible situation. My heart goes out to Officer Bennett's wife and daughter. And I will continue to pray for you each day and I will keep you in my thoughts.


Sincerely,

Jamie Davis

Jamie Davis

June 19, 2004

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

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

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE

June 19, 2004

Rob and family,
I met you several years ago, long before you became a police officer. Each morning as I passed my uniforms over the counter, you greeted me with a smile. you ask how things were going and wished me well as I walked out the door. Some days we had a few minutes to chat and others it was a quick pass.
Then a few years ago, while on an incident, A young man walked up. Clean pressed, well groomed and ready for action. I was not sure what to think, did you borrow a uniform or was this for real. It was for real; you had joined the ranks of the many in blue. Under the strong hand of your T.O. ready for action and ready to learn.you started your career of protecting and serving. As time passed we bumped together here and there. We handled the business at hand and then moved to the street. We had time to shake each other’s hand, talk about the day and move to the next one. As time passed you moved to a beat. Each incident we shared you had our back and controlled the scene. These things were the beginnings of a great officer. Each time we parted ways you left me with a smile. I thank you brother for the many good days. I thank you for your friendship; I thank you for your dedication and professionalism. We will miss you but never forget you. I will see you again, I am not sure when, check the book and hold my seat for I look forward to seeing that smile again

Captain Gene Coleman
Birmingham Fire/Rescue

June 19, 2004

Rest in peace Off Bennett, We will pray for you and your family.

SGT (RET)
NJDOC SOG K9 UNIT

June 19, 2004

God Bless all of you at this time. Please know you are in my heart and prayers.

Mother of Deputy Kevin Sherwood
EOW 10/9/03

June 19, 2004

The Officers were serving a misdemeaner warrant......this just shows that anytime we go out on a run whether considered dangerous or not-so-dangerous it can turn out bad! Thanks to all three Officers for doing their job. I want to let the families know that I am thinking of them. I am so sorry for their losses!

Officer Julie D. Schmidt
Louisville Metro Police Department

June 19, 2004

Rest easy brother, The watch is ours now.

Officer
Atlanta Police

June 19, 2004