Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

God bless you sir and your family. May you rest in peace and Lord be with you and your family always.. Please be with that officer named Matt who dearly loves you. I think he needs you sir watching over him.

An officers wife
St Petersburg, Fl

July 28, 2004

My thoughts and prayers go to family, friends and the Suffolk County PD. We recently lost a motor officer in an accident on the interstate here. It's not an easy feeling that we can't have those we lost with us. We must continue the watch for them and those they loved.

SSG Harvey Woods
Columbia County Sheriff's Office, GA

July 28, 2004

Thank you, Sir, for your many years of service and dedication. May GOD bless your family and friends at this terrible time. Rest in peace, Sir.

Shirley Roberts
Aunt of Fallen Officer John Logan EOW-March 14, 2004

July 28, 2004

OK buddie. You win. I'll let you go. You have me awake for 3 days now. But don't expect me to forget you. And don't expect anyone to ever fill the void you left in my heart. Watch over us in HPB. I hate this job sometimes.

July 28, 2004

The policeman stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry a badge
can't always be a saint."

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at time I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his god.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell"

GREGG HOUSTON
SOUTH CAROLINA

July 28, 2004

I stop by this website often after the death of two dear friends with the NCSHP (Troopers Calvin Taylor E.O.W. October 3, 2001 and Anthony Cogdill E.O.W. May 30, 2003).
Unfortunately, I had to add the name of another friend. Deputy Jeffrey Hewitt, Buncombe County (NC) Sheriff’s Department, E.O.W. April 4, 2004.

We all grieve over the lives lost in the line of duty. I hope you can find some comfort knowing that there are countless prayers that go out for your family.

These are senseless tragedies that never seem to stop. God Bless the men and women who continue to serve their communities in our great Nation.

...Gone, but never Forgotten....

Marti Ingle (EMT-Paramedic)
Haywood County EMS (NC)

July 28, 2004

My fiance, Dennis McElderry, was the first law enforcement casualty of 2003. Dennis died doing a job he loved, just as I'm sure Edwin did. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and Edwin be the last to die this way.

Having gone through the pain of losing Dennis I can truly understand and feel the pain that Officer Hernandez' family, friends, and co-workers must be feeling. My heart goes out to you all, especially to his wife. No one can truly understand the pain of our loss until they've walked in our shoes. I wish I could give you a few words of wisdom to help you through this tough time, but there isn't anything I can really say or do to make the situation better. Just know that my thoughts are with you.

Please accept my condolences on behalf of the McElderry family and remember that Edwin is part of huge law enforcement family. If you ever need anything any number of them will be there for you (as I've quickly found out!) From reading the many reflections posted here, I am certain Edwin was well respected and well loved.

Thank you Officer Hernandez for a job well done and for helping to make this world a safer place for us all. Please say "hello" to my fiance Dennis for me.

Peace, Love, Luck, and Happiness!

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Sheriff Dennis Ray McElderry - EOW (01/03/03)

July 28, 2004

to the Hernandez family and the members of the SCPD, my deepest sorrows go out to you for the loss that has just occured. He will be missed very much. I am sure he was a good officer, friend and family man. I appreciate all the years of service he gave us, thanks Edwin.......

P.O. II Taylor Schmitz
Metro Nashville Police Dept.

July 28, 2004

As you passed me on the highway I thought of you as the force that governs the roads making it safer for us all, a force in my perspective untouchable. However the reality is that you were just a great man putting your life on the line everyday. I may not have known you Officer Hernandez but your name is forever engraved in my memory. As a now humble teenager you have touched me in a way I cannot still describe, may God rest your soul. For your family and friends I give my full condolences. All of us are asking the same thing how and why, rest in peace Officer, you have forever changed this young man.

Reza Islam

July 28, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Suffolk Co PD. and to the family. Always remember that Officer Hernandez was a hero to many people. And that he is now patroling the streets of heaven and watching over you. God Bless!!

Deputy Sheriff
Grand Traverse Co. MI

July 28, 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 Hernandez and the Suffolk County 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 and their families. 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 continue the fight in your honor.

Officer David Carroll
Choctaw P.D. Choctaw Oklahoma

July 28, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Police Officer Edwin Hernandez and the Suffolk County Police Department...our hearts and prayers are with you all...... Thank you for a job well done Edwin... rest in peace as you continue your watch from the heavens......your memory will never be forgotten...

God Bless....Be Safe..... and wear your vests...

Vin, Pook and all of us at beyond-the-blue

Vinman and Pooky -Site Owners
beyond-the-blue

July 27, 2004

On behalf of the men and women who serve and work for the Georgia Perimeter College Police Department, our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Edwin Hernandez's family, friends, and co-workers with the Suffolk County Police Department.

Rest in peace our brother in blue. The watch is now ours.

Officer Johns
Georgia Perimeter College Police Department

July 27, 2004

MAY GOD BLESS OFFICER HERNANDEZ FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND COWORKERS. HE WAS A HERO FOR SURE. MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE. YOU SERVED WELL MY BROTHER.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT.S.C.

July 27, 2004

My family would like to send our heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends, & fellow co-workers of P.O. Edwin Hernandez.
You're in our thoughts and prayers. May God watch over all the brave men and women in law
enforcement who put their lives on the line everyday as they serve & protect their communitites.
Your job is a difficult one and we truly appreciate all you do. God bless each & everyone of you.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2-16-04

July 27, 2004

You were someone we could all respect, ask for advice, and be a friend to.We'll miss you forever, but you will never be forgotten. God bless you and your family Eddie.

PO J.Rochford
SCPD Highway Patrol

July 27, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and fellow officers of Officer Hernandez. May God grant you peace and understnding during these trying times. Thank you for your service Officer Hernandez. Rest in peace sir.

Captain Robert W. Cannon, Ret.
Vermilion Co, Il. Sheriff's Dept.

July 27, 2004

Heartfelt condolances and prayers on your unimaginable loss.

C.J. Rusk, Deputy Sheriff
Dare County Sheriff's Office, Adam-District Patrol Division (NC)

July 27, 2004

Peace be with you and your family, I just lost my brother CPL Aaron on July 20th and our prayers are with you.

Pasadena, MD

July 27, 2004

You were someone to talk to, to ask advice, and to be a friend to many. God bless you and your family, you'll be missed by everyone, but never forgotten.

PO J.Rochford
Suffolk PD Highway Patrol

July 27, 2004

Rest Easy Brother Edwin, the Watch is Ours Now and Yours was with Honor. Our Thoughts and Prayers are
with your Family, Friends and Co-Workers.

APD #128
Altoona Police Dept. Altoona, Pa

July 27, 2004

Any time a police officer is killed, all the members of the police family suffer great pain and a great loss.

My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and coworkers of Officer Hernandez. I grieve with you.

To Officer Hernandez, rest in peace. We will never forget you.

Rosa Waters
Mother of Michael Waters
EOW: September 11, 2003

July 27, 2004

Rest in peace Officer Hernandez. You will NEVER be forgotten.

Ashley Drury
Clare, Michigan

July 27, 2004

My heart and prayers are with the wife, children, family, friends and coworkers of Officer Hernandez. May God be with you all in this terrible time of loss. Rest in peace Officer Hernandez and continue your watch on much safer streets above.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02

July 27, 2004

Our deepest condolences to the Family, friends and co-workers of Officer Hernandez

Newark NJ PD Auto Theft Task Force

July 27, 2004