Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the family and friends of Officer Owen Fisher and his fellow officers with the Flint Police Department:

On behalf of our entire family, I wish to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Officer Fisher was tragically killed. His valor and bravery will not be forgotten.

Our family grieves with you and for you. We share your agony as we lost our beloved Larry Lasater of the Pittsburg Police Dept. when he was fatally shot during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers on April 23rd. I am so sorry that another family has to face this devastating trauma.

May you be comforted by the caring and support of your law enforcement community, and other police survivors. There will be many who will be with you each step of this awful journey.


This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Owen gave to his community as a police officer, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on July 16, 2005.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD eow 4/24/05

October 11, 2005

dear owen

when i heard the news from brian farah i could not believe it. you were a great guy. this lose can not be measured. i will miss you my friend.

krishan bajoria( kk from india)
cililian

October 11, 2005

You must be so proud of your family holding up so well as hard as it is for them to be here without you. I met your sister Katie at the Sibling Retreat a month ago and she's a beautiful woman inside and out.

You are such a hero!!

C. Romaine Cheney
Sister, VA Tpr. II Jessica J. Cheney

October 3, 2005

Fisher,

Sorry it has taken until now for me to leave a reflection for your family. The memories that I chersih with Fisher in the academy were the never ending hill climbs around the trees out back by the track, I'd start to slow down going up the hill and it was your hand I felt on my back giving me the nudge to keep pushing on, and your encouraging words "Come on Noe you can do it". And the time we were in EVO and in the last lane where I barely nudged the cone. They radioed, she hit one. You placed your hand on the shoulder of the instructor and said "Sir you have no soul". You told me later and we laughed about it, you always made me smile. Fisher I want you to know that I still have your emails that express how happy you are to be working for Flint, and continuing to encourage me when it was taking forever to get hired. You said "you'll get your dream job" I was just sworn in 9/15 and tears came to my eyes. You knew I could do it. I will be stopping by to visit you in uniform as I was the one standing with the sworn officers dressed as a civilian. As you are my brother a fellow 65th BlueDog for life. I miss you dearly, and know that your there with each of us. See you again some day. Noe

Deputy Tracie Noe
Clare County Sheriff Department

September 20, 2005

Owen - I was very fortunate to have known you. We were in carpool way back in grade school and then God brought us together again a few years ago. I don't know how I would have made it through such a rough spot without seeing you almost everyday. It was either your smile or antics that kept me smiling. I can't begin to tell you how very proud I am of you and all of your accomplishments. I just wish I was able to tell you this in person. I take comfort in the thought that you will be with me throughout my law enforcement career. Please give me the strength to be half the officer you were. You will be dearly missed. "Heroes Live Forever"

To the Fisher family, my thoughts and prayers are always with you. Please know that your son was truly a hero and an inspiration.

Lauren Golembiewski

September 5, 2005

O,
I still can't believe its real sometimes. We all miss you here so much and think of you everyday.
Words cannot express how much you mean to me. You affected my life in such a great way and I am blessed to have known you. We went through so much together and we made so many great memories along the way. I will never forget the unique friendship that we shared. I am lucky to have 2 police angels watching over me now :)
I will be back to visit you again soon.
I miss you and love you so much.

Amanda Novak

August 31, 2005

Owen, your a hero in my book brother. I know you were doing what you love. Although I only knew you a short time on third, you will be sadly missed. Your fellow brothers have stepped up to the task of honoring you and I think you would be proud. I pray for your parents, sister, fiance and extended family. Thank you for your service.

Officer
Flint, MI

August 26, 2005

It's been a month since I've been on this page. Everyone is still thinking of you. Everyday I go to work I remember you and our days at the academy. It keeps me working hard.
Rieser

PSO Rieser
KDPS

August 22, 2005

The men and women of the Mahomet Police Department extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and co-workers of Ofc Fisher.

Thank you for your service. God bless you.

Rest in peace Sir!

Mahoet, IL Police Dept.

August 19, 2005

Owen,
It still seems so unreal that you are gone from all of us. Words can't express how much you have meant to so many people. I am so happy that I had you in my life. You are one of the greatest most caring guys I have ever known. I will always cherish the time we had together and the memories we shared. I'm so glad I got to see you one last time before you were taken from us, I will never forget that last time I got to spend with you. You will forever and always have a special place in my heart and I will never forget you. I know you are watching over us now and that gives me comfort to know that you are in a better place.
"Until the day we meet again, in my heart is where I'll keep you friend."
I love and miss you.

Love always,
Jillian Breece

Jillian Breece
Flushing, MI

August 18, 2005

O- I can't believe it has been a month since I've heard the awful news. I wish you were still here, I miss you so much. It hurts so bad to know that you are not here. I wish I would've gotten to talk to you one last time, as I'm sure many people do. O, you have touched so many people, you truly are such a great guy. I will cherish all of the memories I have with you, I am so lucky to have you as a friend. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you, and I pray for you and your family everyday. I will see everyone again on Friday, I only wish you were here and could be there with us. I look forward to the day where I will see you again. I know that you are watching over us and it makes me feel better knowing that when that day comes, you will be there to greet me. Fish, Rest in Peace, you are Forever a Hero and always in my heart. Love always, Jen

Jenny Daunt
Grand Blanc, MI

August 18, 2005

Love you, miss you.

KatieFisher

August 16, 2005

Owen Fisher,
When my cousin told me about you for the first time
I was suspicious of this new bind
I'm trying to make this ryhme
It is very hard I find
So let me just say...
You are dearly missed today
I met you Once...
And once wasn't enough
You and I share something inside
We both have our Canadian pride!
In the end buddy I wish I met you again
But sometimes this is the way it ends.

Rest in Peace friend.

Shady Mishaiel (CIVILIAN)
None.

August 13, 2005

Of all the great losses I have read today this one especially hits home. I grew up just outside of Flint and consider it my hometown. To Officer Fisher, his family, his friends and the Flint Police Dept., your in our thoughts and prayers, from a native Flint friend and fellow Police Officer, Denver is thinking of you all.

Detective Joe Hamel 95-111
Denver Police Department

August 11, 2005

Thank you for your service.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

August 9, 2005

Owen,
I had the responsibility of guiding you through your first month on the job, what a month it was! We packed a lot of excitement into that first month. A few foot chases, arrested drug dealers, testified in court, the list goes on. Your passion for this job is now my insperation. The thing that I remember most of all is your compassion and willingness to help anyone who asked. I only watched over you for a month, but I know just by asking, you will return the favor by watching over me for a career. Thanks O, I will not forget you. When the job starts to get me down, all I need to do is recall your smile

Your friend and Partner,
Majic

Ofc Patrick Majestic
Flint City

August 8, 2005

Rest easy, Fish. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Reserve Deputy
Wayne County Sheriff's Department

August 7, 2005

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE
OFFICERS SEND OUR CONDOLENCES. OUR
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH OFFICER
FISHER, HIS FAMILY AND CO-WORKERS.

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE BUFFALO, NEW YORK

August 7, 2005

To my hometown of Flin, the Flint Police Dept and last but not least, Owen Fisher's family; The officers of Minneapoli PD is grieving for you and with you.

Sgt. Jan Callaway
minneapolis, MN Police Dept.

August 6, 2005

I did not know you, Owen, but I did.
It took the tears of so many people
to instantly know you were Good.

The Place were you are now
is no place for grief or sorrow.
It is a place lit by Justice
Just the way you wanted.

Stand proud, my Friend.
WE will never forget.

Ti voglio bene.

- Massimiliano.

Max Evangelista
EF

August 5, 2005

My family had known Officer Fisher for many years. My brother attended high school with him and they were very close. He would come over my family's house often and he was a joy to be around. We miss him dearly and he will be in our hearts and prayers forever.
We love you, rest in peace Owen

William Forbes Civillian

August 3, 2005

Heroes live forever... and you will live forever in the hearts of everyone at the Flint Police Department.
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and loved ones.

Sgt. Leigh Besson
Flint Police Department

August 1, 2005

Whats up Owen, I remember you coaching me while I was in the academy. You caught me in the hallway and said,Sevelta you just have to push through it. Me, Torrey and the rest of the rookies are waiting on you. I also remember when we were going to the hiring process together. You were like, Man we can eat after the blood test and I thought we were not suppose to eat until we finished all of the test. Then you went to Burger King and gotyourself some breakfast. Man I was starving, but I didn't eat. I starved through all the test and the Nurse said at the end, " Oh Mr. Lofton you could have eaten after the blood test". Thats just one of the many memories that I'll carry on with me.I just want you to know that every time I'm running hot, that your right there with me brother. Rest in Peace Owen, because Heros Like You Live Forever, In The Hearts Of Every Policeman, Especially This One.

Ofc. Sevelta Wade Lofton Jr. #841
Flint Police Department

August 1, 2005

I will remember Owen for the enthusiasm he had for the Flint P.D.
When he made it into the hiring process, he had a smile that would not leave his face.
He wanted to go back and serve his community of Flint. He had a huge respect for the officers in Flint and wanted nothing more than to work side by side with them.
I know that he loved his job!
Thank God for his life and work while here with us! He made a difference.
I pray for strength and faith for his family and friends to continue on until the day that you can hold Owen again.
Romans 15:13
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
XO VandenBrink
KLETC Academy Staff

XO VandenBrink
Kalamazoo Law Enforcement Training Center

August 1, 2005

O Fish the Dish....words cannot explain this worlds loss..if we could only speak with you one last time...see your smile or shake your hand..you will never be forgotten fish..we will meet again.

Rob
Flint

July 30, 2005