Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the family and friends of Sgt Hunter, and to the GPPD members, may God bless you and be with you in this time of sorrow. America lost another hero today; you are now 10-42 go walk a beat on Heaven's streets, you've done your time here, you are a blue angel, R.I.P. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. God Speed Brother

Diane Dodge
Polk County Sheriff's Office, Bartow FL

June 23, 2004

I cannot even begin to imagine how one would feel after losing a beloved husband and father who assisted in making sure we had safe and sound lives.
My son-in-law is on the Grand Prairie Police Force and his life is in God's hands everyday.
My prayers are for you and your children at this time.

Anna Parker

June 23, 2004

Greg Hunter and Kenny Lee were both in Training/Personnel when I first tested for GPPD years ago. They both impressed me and still do to this day.
Although I never quite sorted it out at the time, I always felt as if I was priviledged when I was in Greg's presence. It was a feeling of inferiority I think more than anything else, from the standpoint that I always have known that he was a better human being than I could ever become. To me, he always had an aura about him. I can only liken it to the feeling of when you are in a church and the sense of peace that you feel when you are in the house of the Lord.

Anyone who knows me, knows that my greatest fault is my colorful (and often times offensive) vernacular. Although its typically not said to offend, it's still my greatest fault that I can never seem to overcome. Greg was the epitome of self control. I never heard him say a harsh word. Like I'm sure eveybody's mother once told them, if you can't say anything good, then don't say anything at all. That was Greg Hunter, he wouldn't say a derrogatory word about anyone. A class act is the best way to describe him. I mourn for him and I will always feel this senseless loss of such a wonderful person. My heart goes out to his family and you have my deepest sympathies.

Kenny, I know that you two were close still to this day and although we are all grieving, I know that Greg's death has been especially difficult for you. My thoughts are also with you on this very sad day.

God bless you Greg, we will all miss you.

Sgt. Scott Robinson
Grand Prairie P.D.

June 23, 2004

Greg. Only God knows what evil deeds that man had planned for others. Only God knows what brought you and Bruce to meet with him. There is no telling how many innocent lives were saved by your presence that day. I am so sorry that you had to pay the ultimate price in protecting those innocents. I will uphold your memory by trying to be half the honorable man that you were and striving to do the right thing in all I do. And I pray that you would do me the honor of greeting me when, someday, I meet with you again.

Sgt. Alex Bielawski #127
Grand Prairie Police Dept.

June 23, 2004

I pray for peace and comfort for your family and friends. You are and were definitely a true hero. Go rest high on the mountain.

D/Sgt. Vencent Woods
State of Michigan Department of Environmental Quality

June 23, 2004

Words can not describe the empty feelings caused by such a tragic loss. Sgt. Hunter, on several occasions you taught me that it was not what happened to us, but rather, how we handled it, that was important. Sir, you touched all who had the pleasure of knowing you. I know you have gone to a better place. I just want you to know that you made a difference in our lives and we will never forget the sacrifice you made.

Ofc. J. D. West
Grand Prairie Police Department

June 23, 2004

I would just like extend my condolences to Sergeant Hunter's family and friends. It's tough to lose a good officer, especially in such a senseless manner. My prayers go out to the entire department.

Deputy Frank Longoria
Liberty Co. S.O. Texas

June 23, 2004

One of my first memories of Sgt. Hunter was meeting him prior to my hiring at Grand Prairie. He spent over an hour talking to me after I had completed part of the process. He spoke to me about being a police officer, and what to look forward to once I was hired. The fact that he took that much time prior to me being hired, was typical of the man he was. Once he became my Sergeant years later, he took the time to let me know he was proud of what I had accomplished. I wish I would have taken that same step to express how proud I am to have known you and that I consider myself blessed to have worked with you. I learned so much from you by the way you conducted yourself. You were a man of honor and integrity. I cannot remember a single time when you talked to me that you didn't flash your signature smile. You led by example each and every day I saw you. May God welcome you, and bless your family.

Ofc. S.E. Morris
Grand Prairie

June 23, 2004

Sgt. Greg Hunter was a great person, I work 11p to 7a and every morning when I was getting off work and walking through the hall way of the P.D. Sgt. Hunter always made it a point to say to me "Donahue....How are you doing?" I know that when he asked this, He truely wanted to know.....Greg Hunter the person was only missing the "wings" but he was an angel. He always had a way of making you see the bright side of things. May God Bless his family, The Department has lost a great leader, but Heaven has gained a great one!!!!

I thank him for the great memories!! HUE!!

To all law enforcement "STAY SAFE!"

Ofc. R. Donahue
Grand Prairie

June 23, 2004

Rest in peace. May God Bless your family, and fellow officers.

Patrol Officer
Birmingham Michigan

June 23, 2004

HE, (SGT. HUNTER) BEING FULL OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. LOOKED UP STEDFASTLY INTO THE HEAVEN AND SAW THE GLORY OF GOD, AND JESUS STANDING ON THE RIGHT HAND OF GOD, AND SAID BEHOLD; I SEE THE HEAVEN OPEONED AND THE SON OF MAN STANDING ON THE RIGHT HAND OF GOD. AT THAT MOMENT ENCAMPED AROUND SGT. GREGORY HUNTER WERE MANY ANGELS WELCOMING HIM HOME. AS HE REACHED THE THRONE OF GOD, KNEELING BEFORE HIM AS HUMBLY AS HE LIVED HIS LIFE. HE HEARD THOSE GLORIOUS WORDS, WELL DONE THOU GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT.

WELL DONE SGT. HUNTER, WE WILL MISS YOU; THERE IS SOME COMFORT IN KNOWING TO BE ABSENT FROM THE BODY IS TO BE PRESENT WITH THE LORD.

TO DENISE HUNTER, I KNOW THAT THERE ARE NO WORDS THAT CAN EASE THE PAIN THAT YOU ARE FEELING AT THIS MOMENT. WHAT I DO KNOW IS THAT YOU CAN FIND COMFORT IN THE LORD. (SIS) LIFT UP YOUR EYES TO THE HILLS FROM WHICH COMETH YOUR HELP, FOR YOUR HELP COMETH FROM THE LORD. PLEASE TRUST IN HIM AND HE WILL MEET YOU WHERE YOU ARE.


MAY GOD FOREVER BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY....

TOSHA M. SIMS
(FIANCE') SGT. KENNETH LEE GPPD

June 22, 2004

I have known Sgt. Hunter for 13 years. He is one of the finest Christian Men I have ever known. You were a blessing to me Sarge, and you made people feel good by just being around you...

Chaplain Steve Grube
Grand Prairie

June 22, 2004

To the family, friends and fellow officers of Sergeant Hunter.May God bless you and watch over you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I recently lost my niece, Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig (e.o.w. 2-16-04). The pain and sorrow is still here. It is sad to see another officers name on this web site.

Kim Anderson

June 22, 2004

I would like to extend my condolences to Sgt. Hunter's family and friends, and to the men and women of the Grand Prairie Police Department. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of tragedy. Rest in peace Sgt. Hunter, your duty here is done.

Deputy Sheriff
Butte County Sheriff's Office

June 22, 2004

Greg, since day one of this tragedy I have struggled with accepting the finality of your passing. I know that this is a common reaction when we unexpectedly lose someone that we hold so dear. I want to thank you for the way you touched my life and the lives of those around you with your uplifting spirit. I am going to miss the comradeship and conversations we shared together. It has been an honor and a privilege to serve with you as a member of this department. May God bless you and keep you until we meet again. You will live on in my memory, always. My inspiration..My friend..My hero..

Sergeant Heath L. Hartman
Grand Prairie Police Department

June 22, 2004

To Sergeant Hunter Family and Friends. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May you love one rest in peace.
God Bless
Donna Jones
Mother of Officer Ron Jones
EOW 12/26/01

June 22, 2004

The first day I met Sgt. Hunter was my first day as a police officer for G.P.P.D. He introduced himself to me, and stated "I'M Glad You Your Here." From that day on Sgt. Hunter greeted me each day with "Hello Mr. President. I feel extemely proud and lucky, to have worked with and wear the same uniform as Sgt. Hunter. Sgt. Hunter was not only a great officer but more importantly a great man. Thank you sir, for paying the ultimate sacrifice and protecting not only the citizens but your fellow officers as well. I will miss you Sir.

Ofc. C Clinton #276
Grand Prairie Police Dept

June 22, 2004

I know that Greg is one of God's Angels now with his big shining smile lighting up Heaven. I had the privilege of meeting Greg a few times and I always recall a 1000 watt smile and a kind word - along with usually a joke about my dear husband! I pray that God wraps Greg in His Arms and keeps him tight and shelters his family in these difficult days ahead. I think about his wife constantly and pray for her to have the strength to get through this. She is experiencing what every police officer's wife prays never to endure - especially such a brutual crime with no good-bye to be said between them. I am so proud that my husband is a police officer - Greg hired him and he had such respect for him. He will be dearly missed by all!! I thank you from the bottom of my heart your years of service to this fine city I grew up in. I know you made it a better place!

Beverly Anguiano
wife of Ray Anguiano - GPPD #225

June 22, 2004

The LORD is on my side; I will not fear. What can man do to me? It is better to trust in the LORD Than to put confidence in man.
Psalm 118:6,8

Patrolman
Frankfort P.D.

June 22, 2004

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. Thank you Sergeant Hunter for a job well done. Please continue to watch over us and protect us as only you can. You will forever be at our side and in our hearts.

For those of you who still have loved ones with us please take the time to tell them how much you appreciate and care about them.

IF I KNEW

If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.

If I knew it would be the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more.

If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.

If I knew it would be the last time,
I could spare an extra minute
to stop and say "I love you,"
instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.

If I knew it would be the last time
I would be there to share your day,
Well I'm sure you'll have so many more,
so I can let just this one slip away.

For surely there's always tomorrow
to make up for an oversight,
and we always get a second chance
to make everything just right.

There will always be another day
to say "I love you,"
And certainly there's another chance
to say our "Anything I can do?"

But just in case I might be wrong,
and today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you
and I hope we never forget.

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
you get to hold your loved one tight.

So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
you'll surely regret the day,

That you didn't take that extra time
for a smile, a hug, or a kiss
and you were too busy to grant someone,
what turned out to be their one last wish.

So hold your loved ones close today,
and whisper in their ear,
Tell them how much you love them
and that you'll always hold them dear

Take time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "Thank you," or "It's okay."
And if tomorrow never comes,
you'll have no regrets about today.

June 22, 2004

May GOD let your soul rest in peace. I pray to GOD for your family to have strength through this difficult time. Thank you SGT. HUNTER.

P/O
PPD

June 22, 2004

TO THE FAMILY,FRIENDS OF SERGENT GREGORY HUNTER OF THE GRAND PRAIRIE POLICE DEPARTMENT, MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL!!! YOU ARE A TRUE WARRIOR SGT. YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED!!! NOW MY FELLOW OFFICER REST IN PEACE FOR WE WILL SEE YOU AGIAN!! IN GOD'S NAME WE PRAY AMEN!!!

PTL.K.G.WATT
FRANKLINTON P.D. NC

June 22, 2004

To the Family and friends of Sgt Hunter
May God Bless you and hold you in his loving hands in this time of sorrow. From all I have read here I am truly sorry to have not known Sgt Hunter! Fellow Dispatchers, Officers and all who are in this line of work, this is a time we all hope we never have to see,but know that it's always a possibility. To continue on will seem impossible, you can and you will And in doing so you will carry on Sgt Hunter's good name. Never forget the price he has paid and the sacrifice his Family has made to make the city a better place to live and work. To you Mrs Hunter, hold your head high for you truly gave the department and the city a wonderful hero! There's no doubt he loved his job. Rest assured that he will be watching over his Family and Friends from his Beat in the heavens above. Revel in the knowledge that Gregory has gained his place with God and that one day you will be with him again. God Bless and Keep you. You all are in my thoughts and prayers

Gwen Runyan Police Dispatcher
Arlington Police Department

June 22, 2004

I worked with Greg during my time at the City of Grand Prairie in HR recruiting. He was a tough but fair recruiter & I was proud when I heard he had made Sgt. When we needed an outside panelist in Cedar Hill, my first thought was Greg, because I knew he would serve with honesty, professionalism, and integrity, which he did. I am enraged that his life was cut short, and he will probably be the one I think of when I have to remind folks that there are many, many good officers out there. To his wife and kids, know that he loved you so much and never left any doubt that you were his first priority and his pride. I'm glad I got to know him and work with him. He was truly a good guy.

Linda Carter,HR Dir
Cedar Hill, TX

HR Director, Linda Carter
City of Cedar Hill

June 22, 2004

Sarge,
It's never easy going to a policeman's funeral, I've been to several. I hate the way people care about us when we're dead, instead of when we are alive. I hope you rest peacefully knowing you have been avenged. What happened to you and the other officer was a subject of roll call for many days, at least you tried to solve the situation as rational people know how. You will be missed; good sergeants are hard to come by.
Duty, Strength, and Honor

P/O Juan Carlos Navarro
New Orleans Police Dept.

June 22, 2004