Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Blake, It was an honor to serve with you and a joy to have you as a friend.
I will miss you buddy and I will never forget you.

LT. MICHELLE HUEY
DOUGLAS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

February 28, 2005

When I heard the tragic news on Friday morning, I prayed that it was not an office that I knew. I did a criminal justice internship with the DCSO back in 2001. I had the privilege of riding with Blake on several occasions. If anyone asked me describe a police office, Blake would be it. He was smart, quick, extremely dedicated, and every other attribute one would expect to see in a police officer. He was also funny with a great sense of humor. I remember him talking about the impending birth of his first child. We talked about motorcycles and going to Daytona. He was a GOOD man. I haven't seen him since I finished my internship. Every one of the DC deputies that I rode with were wonderful, dedicated people. There was just something special about Blake, and I will never forget the man that I knew. Even though I didn't know him well, he touched my heart.

I pray for his children, his fiance, his family, and his co-workers. I know he is in a better place, but he sure will be missed here on Earth.

God bless you Blake. I hope to see you again one day.

Donna (Ellis) Rosser
civilian

February 28, 2005

Rest easy, Blake. Our prayers go out to Blake's family, friends, and Douglas County Sheriff's Office.

Sgt. Dale Walls
University of W. GA Police

February 28, 2005

Words can not express the loss that we all are feeling. I am looking for answers to why. I know that you are in a better place now brother. I know that you are watching over all of us. I know that one day I will see you again. We miss you brother!

Officer Tully Yount
Georgia tech Police Department

February 28, 2005

Rest in peace my brother. GOD SPEED Your family will be taken care of and we will continue to pray for them

PTL M. Phillips
East Point PD

February 28, 2005

Deputy Sheriff Blake Gammill, You made the ultimate sacrifice in protecting your community. May you rest in peace brother. God bless your family, friends, fellow officers during this tragic time. You will never be forgotten.

Marco Island Police Department, FL

February 28, 2005

I did not know you, but i want to thank you. gad bless you, your brother in blue.

Officer McClure
Rupert Police Dept.

February 28, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family freinds and co-workers of Deputy Gammill. Stay Strong.

Deputy Gammill, A hero to more than he knows.

Emory - Ephrata, WA
brother of Ferry County WA Undersheriff Matthew J. Lane EOW 5/30/03

February 28, 2005

To his wife and daughters: I was saddened to hear of the TRAGIC loss of your husband and daddy. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you and to your family.
Deputy Blake Gammill: "Thank You" for honoring us with your years of service, dedication & sacrifice...may God Bless.

Sue McCleary
Paulding County Deputy Coroner

February 28, 2005

First of all I want to let the family know how very sorry I am that they are having to grief so much right now for a truly special person. Blake meant a lot to several people, he is a great guy and will be truly missed. My heart goes out to his finacee' Dawn, I just hope that she finds the strength to get through this horrible time, I am sure Blake is watching over her taking really good care of her.
Blake -- you are a truly brave and an outstanding person. I can't believe that you are gone, but I know that you are in a better place and you are watching out for us all. I know that we will all meet again and we will be able to see that smiling face of yours once again. My prayers are with all of the other deputies, I know you are going through tremendous pain right now, but just know that 591 is with all of you all of the time now. Blake is DCSO's guardian angel now! We sure do miss you though!! I know we will all be glad to see you again one day, you take care and watch out for us all!!

I left a message on here earlier, but it never showed up so if I have 2 on here I am sorry

Ashley Krinke - Dispatcher
Douglas County 911

February 28, 2005

Mrs. Gammill,

I’m so sorry for another family to go through this tragedy. We share such similar stories. My husband was shot and killed during an ambush almost 3 weeks ago, Deputy Wayne Koester from the Lake County Sheriffs Office here in Florida. My heart goes out to you and your family. The first week I could barely look at this site, it’s heartbreaking to read how much your husband is loved and thought of by so many people, many that you don’t even know. As more time past, I was able to read all of the reflections, though I must admit I cried through everyone of them. This site is not to cause pain, but to Honor our husbands for their bravery and self-sacrifice. For doing the job so few people are able to do or have the courage to do it with. You are and will always be a part of the law enforcement family. Don’t be afraid to call your friends, co-workers or family when you don’t feet like getting out of bed. Let them help you. That is your support. Your children are your strength. They are where you will find the strength to continue moving forward. Children are remarkable. Love them and cherish them. They are gifts from above. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself and them. Your husband wouldn’t want it any other way. Always remember he is in your heart when you need to talk to him.

Mrs Ashley Koester
Wife of Deputy Wayne Koester EOW Feb. 9, 2005

February 28, 2005

As a retired officer I am thankful that young people such as you continue to serve and protect the rest of us. I didn't know you personally, Deputy Gammill, but feel certain we will meet in Heaven. May God Bless your family, friends and co-workers. It is not this horrible and tragic death that made Blake a hero. It is how RICHLY he lived his life.

Retired Sgt Mark Hanna
Fayetteville, AR PD (Retired)

February 28, 2005

First off I want to say how very sorry I am for Blake's family, I know you are experiencing a horrible loss right now. I am sure that his fiancee' Dawn is struggling, and I wish her the best I hope she finds the strength to pull through this unbelieveable loss.
Blake --- you were the greatest, you always had a smile on your face and everytime I talked to you on the phone or the radio you were the sweetest person. I know that you are truly missed by everyone, but you are in a better place now watching out over us. I am sure that all of us will be taken care of by 591, and I know that makes me feel better. Thank you so much for the job that you did, you were an asset to the Sheriff's Department. I am speaking for Douglas County 911 as well as myself, you are one awesome person and we are truly missing you already! One day we will all meet again, and we will see your smiling face again. Rest in Peace Blake, we all miss you VERY much!

Ashley Krinke
Douglas County 911

February 28, 2005

Peace be with you my fallen brother, and may god be with your comrades and family. Semper Fi

Patrolman T. D. Phelan
La Porte Police Dept. La Porte, Texas

February 28, 2005

Rest in peace brother, we'll take it from here.

Patrolman L. Beardsley #214
wyoming PD, Wyoming, MN

February 28, 2005

Deputy Blake Gammill may you rest in peace and know that your tragic death was not in vain.

To the family of Deputy Gammill and the Deputies of Douglas County Sheriff's Department I offer my deepest sympathy.

Detective Scott Alexander
Columbus Ohio Division of Police

February 27, 2005

Deputy Gammill, rest easy sir. You deserve it. Watch over us now please. I will be praying for you and your family. God Bless.

Police Officer
Oregon

February 27, 2005

I had the honor of speaking with you one time over the phone and your professionalism and outstanding contiributions to law enforcement were obvious in just a few short minutes of that call. I served 13 years as a LEO and will always consider all law enforcement part of my family. God Bless you brother you are certainly with the Lord now, but missed here. My prayers are with you and your family.

Former Det. Sgt. Chris B.
Union City P.D. Fulton County S.O.

February 27, 2005

DEAR BLAKE IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY WHEN WE WERE IN OFFICER SURVIVAL AND WE WERE RUNNING THROUGH SCENARIOS SHOOTING METAL PLATES AND OF COURSE WE CANNT FORGET FTO CLASS WHEN WE WERE PICKING ON CHUCK WE HAD A BLAST DIDNT WE BUDDY. BLAKE WE COULD ALWAYS COUNT ON YOU ANY TIME WE NEEDED YOU, ESPECIALLY WHEN I COULDNT INSTALL PRESTON CAR SEAT YOU DROPPED EVERY THING YOU WAS DOING AND CAME BY THE HOUSE AND DID ALL OF THE WORK, I REMEBER TRYING TO HELP AND YOU LOOKED AT ME AND LAUGHED AND SAID MOVE, YOU HAVE TO BE SMARTER THAN THE EQUIPMENT YOUR WORKING ON. WE WALKED IN THE HOUSE AND YOU PLAYED WITH PRESTON AND SAID THANK GOD HE LOOKS LIKE HIS MOTHER. WORDS CANNT DESCRIBE MY BUDDY BLAKE GAMMILL HE WAS A FATHER,SON AND GREAT PERSON HE WOULD DROP ANY THING HE WAS DOING TO HELP A FRIEND OR A PERSON IN NEED. BLAKE NO ONE CAN EVER FILL YOUR BOOTS OR WALK IN YOUR FOOT STEPS THE THINGS YOU DID ON YOUR SHORT TIME HEAR ON EARTH MYSELF OR ANY ONE ELSE COULD NOT ACCOMPLISH IF WE COULD SPEND ETERNITY HERE. BLAKE I LOVE YOU BROTHER AND I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU, EVERY TIME I LOOK AT MY SON I WILL THINK OF YOU FOR NOT JUST HELPING ME WITH THE CAR SEAT BUT THE WORDS YOU TOLD ME WHEN YOU WERE HOLDING HIM, YOU LOOKED AT ME AND TOLD ME CHERISH EVERY MOMENT WITH HIM. BLAKE BROTHER I KNOW YOU ARE WATCHING OVER ALL OF US AND ESPECIALLY ME. WITH LOVE YOUR FRIEND AND BROTHER HENRY.

DEP. HENRY TIMMS K-9 HANDLER
DOUGLAS CO. SHERIFFS OFFICE

February 27, 2005

Blessed are the Peacemeakers! Thank you Blake

Orland Park police Deartment

February 27, 2005

I met Blake at the G-8 suumit this past summer. My heart and prayers go out to Blake's family. Rest in Peace Blake

Sgt. Mike Painter
Cherokee Co. Sheriff's Office

February 27, 2005

Blake,
As I write this I try hard to take solace in knowing you gave your life doing what you loved, but it's hard to take comfort in anything when a beloved officer has fallen. I will always remember you as one of the most dedicated deputies I had the pleasure to know and work with. Your work ethic was unequaled. You touched so many lives in the thirty years you walked among us. I know you now walk in heaven watching over those you left behind. You may be gone, but will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Blake.

Former Dispatcher
Douglas County Sheriff's Office

February 27, 2005

Blake, I knew when I was trining you duing your your first days on the streets, that you were going to be a find Deputy. I told you one morning that I was not much of a traffic cop but still I had to show you how to preform a stop and to fill out a citation, and before the stop was done you had to show me how to fill the citation out. You asked me "how long have you had that damm ticket book"! and I said awhile why? and you said "Because it dont look like the one Captain gave me" and you wrote the ticket out and said " how about I teach you how to wrght tickets. We became grate friends, we helped each other, went places togeather, fought togeather, and played a lot of horse shoes togeather at the G-8 we just about whipped everbody down in Savannah.Well we fought one more time togeather my friend I sorry I could not protect you this time, But I am very proud of you for you did protect the rest of the team. I love you Blake and I know you knew that because I told you so just be fore i sent you into that house and you told me the same as you told every one that was on the team that night.Blake I will never forget you and i know there will be times that you arnt on my mind but that will only be a short time cause a man of your caritor,inteligence, bravery, and love that you had for all your friends and family can never be forgottan long. I love you and i will see ya, when the good lord calls me home. Your daughters, Dawn, and your family will always be in my prayers. I am proud to be the man that was there for your first and your last call.and I will be even prouder when you are my F.T.O. when I get to Heaven. Good night my friend. "Big E".

Lt. Eddie Davis
Douglas County Sheriff's Office

February 27, 2005

God bless you and your family.

Deputy Victor DiNardo
Franklin County S.O.

February 27, 2005

May God bless you and your family, brother in blue.

Patrolman
WPD

February 27, 2005