Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

This is a very sad time for everyone. You made the ultimate sacrifce in protecting us all. God bless you, your family, and fellow officers. Rest in Peace

Officer
Youngstown Police Department

February 12, 2005

Molly, you truly are a warrior and a hero. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Bowden family and the CPD family. Be at peace knowing that Molly is with the Lord, no longer in pain, and living eternally.

S/A Jeff Huskey (Former Columbia Officer
Norfolk Southern Railway Police

February 12, 2005

There are no words to say during these hard times but I offer my deepest sympathy to the family and friends.

It is very hard to see one of our own die in such ways. We just lost one of our brother to a gunfire battle and it's hard to hold back the tears as well as the anger.

May God bring everyone the strength to continue on. We will always remember our sister who served the community to her best.

Detective Rodriguez
Lake County Sheriffs Office

February 11, 2005

Molly, May you rest in peace. The good Lord has another "Angel" to guard his Kindom.

Police Officer
Saint Louis Police Department

February 11, 2005

To the friends and family of Officer Bowden, I am very sorry for your loss. This should have never had to happen.

May you now Rest In Peace Officer Bowden.....

Amy Caldwell
Marion, Ohio

February 11, 2005

God's Speed

Trooper
Georgia State Patrol

February 11, 2005

To the family of Officer Bowden, only God knows your pain. Our prayers are with you.

Chaplain Joe Huff
FOP #48 Madison Co. Indiana

February 11, 2005

Officer Bowden...it may never be known how many innocent people you saved from this man by laying down your own life...may your family and friends find peace and understanding.....God's speed.....

wife of a Sgt
Macomb County Sheriff Dept, MI

February 11, 2005

My thought and prayers go out to Officer Bowden, her husband, parents, family and department. Officer Molly -you gave the ultimate sacrifice and you fought hard to stay with us. There is a special place in heaven for you and we are rewarded with the knowledge that you are watching over your loved ones now. I pray they will find comfort with time. Rest easy now.

Officer
Lakewood PD

February 11, 2005

My deepest condolances go out to the family of this fallen officer,May You Rest In Peace In The Arms Of God!!

Mark Drennen

February 11, 2005

God Speed Warrior you are the bravest of the brave. I wish I could bring you and the others back but you are home and I cannot. Prayers with your Husband and kids always

State Trooper D Osborne K/9 Coco
Tennessee Highway Patrol

February 11, 2005

In this time of great sorrow and tragedy rest assured that Molly did forever leave an impact on the lives and hearts of everyone she came in contact with. She will forever be our Blue Angel watching over all of us from above.

Robin Shaon
Ashland, Mo

February 11, 2005

Thank you for your service Officer Bowden. You will not be forgotten.
Rest easy Sister, we will take it from here.

Officer
Montgomery County, Maryland

February 11, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Bowden's husband, step-children, family, friends and co-workers. I am sure her spirit is just as sweet and beautiful as she is. May God bless and comfort. I am sure this past month has been hard and especially now. God bless you all. Pslam 55:22

Denise Nichols - surviving spouse
Alabama State Trooper Brian Nichols EOW 2/17/2002

February 11, 2005

ALL of our Officers, both Civilian and Military, mourn the loss of Officer Bowden. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, Police family and friends. Officer Bowden...we know why you responded with dedication.

Officer
NAVAL WEAPONS STATION, CHARLESTON, SC

February 11, 2005

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 judgment 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"

Rest in Peace, we have the watch from here.

A Brother in Blue

February 11, 2005

There are no words to express my deepest sorrow for this family and their loss, Molly was a bright ray of sunshine. She will live forever in our hearts and her ultimate sacrifice that she gave to us all for our safety. It will never be forgotten. Ride with your head high and proud, whether it be in heavens patrol car our on your beloved horse Traveler. We will always love you, and will never forget you!

February 11, 2005

May GOD bless your family and friends at this terrible time. Thank you for serving and protecting. Rest in peace
Officer Bowden

Shirley Roberts
Aunt of Fallen Officer John Logan EOW-3-14-04

February 11, 2005

Condolences from the Mercy Public Safety Department in Des Moines, Iowa go to the family and fellow officers of Ofc. Bowden.

Her hard work and love for public service will not be forgotten!

Ofc. Derek White #328
Mercy Medical Center Public Safety, Des Moines, IA

February 11, 2005

Rest in peace my sister. You're now a blue angel.

February 11, 2005

I never had the priviledge of meeting Officer Bowden like I have with so many other CPD officers Regardless, I know that heaven has a great officer "walking the eternal beat".
My prayers are with the family, friends, and fellow officers of Molly Bowden.

Staff Sergeant- U.S. Army Military Polic
U.S. Army Recruiting Station-Columbia MO

February 11, 2005

Molly, although I don't know you I know that your family and friends will miss you. You died protecting society from mean people. God Bless you, your family, your friends, and your co-workers. To the Columbia police officers, be strong, move forward, and continue to do your job, Molly is watching over you, make her proud.

F. Quezada - Correctional Sergeant
CDC

February 11, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Officer Bowden's friends and family. Please watch over your fellow officer's for you are in a better place. God Bless

PATROLMAN JACK MANUEL
POCONO TWP P.D.

February 11, 2005

Dear Officer Bowden:
Our son,Police Officer Nicholas Sloan, was shot and killed on 1/30/2004. Our hearts are breaking when we think of all your family had been through in the last month and now have to go through this great loss. I am sure Nick will help you out in heaven and we are willing to help your family out here on earth. I know your heart broke to leave and your family hated to leave you go. Please continue to be there for your family and give them signs so they know you are still around. God bless your family and your department.
Terry and Chris Sloan

THE SLOAN FAMILY

February 11, 2005

God Bless you & your family Officer Bowden. I wish to never see another fallen officer here again, and would do anything to make that happen. Thank you for being a hero and serving & protecting. Watch out for our men & women from up above please.

LEO Wife
Burbank Police Dept. (CA)

February 11, 2005