Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Sheriff John Kevin Gunsell

Otsego County Sheriff's Office, Michigan

End of Watch Sunday, September 12, 2004

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Reflections for Deputy Sheriff John Kevin Gunsell

Wow. Seven years. It doesn't seem possible. So much has changed and yet, much has stayed the same. Your kids miss you. We talk about you every now and then. I know they think of you all the time. It's hard for them even after all of this time. But, you were doing what you loved. That uniform was permanently attached whether you had it on or not. You know that's what brought us together in the first place, even thought you didn't have the sense to come in out of the rain...

Miss you.

Kelly

Kelly Gunsell LaCross

September 12, 2011

Bubba,

I sit here at work today thinking of that morning, 6years, and 5 hours ago, time flies by, but not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I try to remember all the good times we had, the laughs, the jokes, hunting. I actually was near camp last weekend, wish we could've enjoyed hunting from there together with the family. Hunting season is upon us again and I know you will be there in spirit as you always are! I miss you until I see you again, take care!! GODSPEED, love Mooner

Deputy Moon
Otsego County Sheriff Department

September 12, 2010

Just thinking of you John...The job never ends, keep watch brother.

Deputy Jason Alexander
Crawford County Sheriffs Office

July 17, 2010

Hey bubba,

I was just talking about you today and wanted you to know.. I think about you from time to time and drive by the place. everything is great here hope all is well with you and heaven. Godbless JOH

Deputy John Klepadlo
Crawford County

May 4, 2010

Hey John,

I was talking about you today with Ashley and showing her your page. Everything here is great. Law Enforcement Misses you and knows you served a great purpose in life. I drive by the sight from time to time and think about you. You will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace My Bother.

Deputy John Klepadlo

Deputy John klepadlo
Crawford County Sheriff

May 4, 2010

Just thinking of you as Ackerberg reminded me of Jason Elowsky so I thought I would drop by and tell you we all still miss you very much and always will, I see your family from time to time, they all seem to be doing well. everything is well here to as you know. Godspeed Bubba

Love,

Mooner

Deputy
Partner/OCSD

February 10, 2010

Just driving around thinking about all the good times we had working in Caseville. I know you are watching over all of us keeping us safe. I think of those days often and laughing with you and Jack. Like the time on the beach the poor guy and girl in the car. Does your father know you are with him? John keep us safe.
Dean

Chief Dean Coleman
Rose City PD. Friend

November 12, 2009

John, just reviewing the website as I do almost every day. You were the "never forgotten" picture that popped up when I went to the site. You arent forgotten. Over 5 years now. Keep watch on us.

Deputy Jason Alexander
Crawford County

October 31, 2009

John, just saying hey and letting you know you are not forgotten.

Deputy Jason Alexander
Crawford County Sheriffs Office

October 13, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 5th anniversary week of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace. I hold your family in thought and prayer. Like your parents, I understand the anquish of losing a beloved son, surely one of life's greatest sorrows.

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

September 18, 2009

I can't believe it's been 5 years. We miss you every day and still think of you. It hasn't gotten any easier especially seeing all the milestones that you have missed. Mom, the boys and I went out to the airport tonight to reflect. You are missed.

Karissa Williams
daughter of John

September 12, 2009

Remembering you and praying for your family on your EOW anniversary.

Thank you for your service, your dedication and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Rest easy Deputy, See you on the other side.

Deputy and Firefighter
Southwest Florida

September 11, 2009

Thinking about you and your family. Ours, just like yours is getting ready to gather together on this upcoming 5 year anniversary. Know that the remembering extends beyond your family, friend and community. You will never be forgotten.

-Matt Archuleta (brother of Dep. Daniel Archuleta)

Matt Archuleta

September 7, 2009

Hey Bubba,

Just thinking about you, in 10 days, it's been 5 years! WOW can't believe it, so much has changed, I wish you could be here and be part of it, I know your watching down on us, most the time I think with a smile.... I miss you always and will never forget or stop thinking about you...

Mooner

Deputy Amy Moon
Otsego County Sheriff Department

September 2, 2009

John-

Just stopping in again to say hello. John Klepadlo now works for our sheriffs office. We had a little girl about a year ago so that makes three kids, two boys and a girl. Miss you brother.

Jason

Deputy Jason Alexander
Crawford County Sheriffs Office

July 1, 2009

Hey John....Just reflecting on your loss. wanted to let you know that you are not forgotten and still missed. SOOO many changes since you left, some bad, some good. Know that you would have been a good person to bounce my thoughts off. Miss you brother.

Deputy Jason Alexander
Crawford County Sheriffs Office

February 20, 2009

I miss you and always will, I will never forget that night and many other's that we served together. I just want you to know I am sooooo very happy now, I know you know and are watching over me everyday. Hunting seasoning was slow this year, never saw anything, but maybe next year, we will be hunting the bear!!!

I miss you and love you always.


Mooner

deputy moon

December 11, 2008

John-
Over 4 years ago now you were taken away. Good to see that people still pay respect and let you know that we will never forget you. I wish that more people could understand the loss of a police officer like you touches so many lives. Take care up there and keep watching over us!

Jason

Deputy Jason Alexander
Crawford CO Sheriffs Office

October 6, 2008

To the family, friends and fellow officers of John,
Our son Daniel and your John died on the same day, in car accidents responding to back up. It is what they do... covering each other. We know how much you all miss John... we walk on the same path everyday. We do not understand the WHY we only live with the FACT. They are gone from us although they are never gone from our hearts. Until we see them again we will have to cling to that. It it true about the "Thin Blue LIne". From our family to yours may God bless and keep you!!!!
Linda Archuleta
mother of: Daniel Archuleta Kern Co. Sheriff

Anonymous

September 15, 2008

John:
I still miss you and think of you always. This world will always be a better place because you were a part of it. Take care big guy!
Jimmy

Lieutenant James Giroux
Tuscola County Sheriff's Department

September 13, 2008

Thinking of you, especially today. I miss going hunting with you and I miss you.

Levi
11 year old son of John

September 12, 2008

Today it has been four years. This is the first year since you left that the kids are not all together. I'm sure that they are all reflecting on the day, in fact, I know they are. You are missed deeply by your kids.

Kelly Gunsell LaCross

September 12, 2008

My thoughs are with all of your loved ones as they face this day. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and protect them from harm, also watch over those still out on patrol guarding over the Thin Blue Line. You are a true hero and heroes never die, you will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

September 12, 2008

Hey Bubba,

wow in a couples weeks it will be 4 years, man time flies, seems like it was just last night. we miss you so much same as 4 years ago. well all are doing well here, best we can. hunting season is upon us can't wait. godspeed

till next time
mooner

deputy klepadlo
otsego co sheriff

August 28, 2008

John-

Its been too long since I wrote last. While time goes on, you are not forgotten. So many things you have missed, and how much you are still missed.

Deputy Jason Alexander

April 18, 2008

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