Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

A Part Of America Died,
Somebody killed a policeman today,
And part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect,
Will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect that shot him will stand up in court,
With counsel demanding his rights.
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,
And spend many long lonely nights.
The beat he walked was a battle field too
just as if he had gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
To his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
In your town or mine,
While we slept in comfort behind locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
And stands at each new rookies' side.
He answered the call,of himself and gave his all,
And a part of America died.
*anonymous*
To the family, friends, and sisters and brothers, of Vicky Armel, and who serve us well with the badge and uniforms of law enforcement. It is so sad to hear of another hero lost in the line of duty.
We send our deepest condolences to all of you and let you all know you will be in our prayers and thoughts and never be forgotten.
The members and staff of the
Chauffeur Internet Radio
Canon City, Colorado

Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolf
The Chauffeur Internet Radio

May 9, 2006

While it is no consolation for your loss, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Detective Armel.

While I did not have the privilege to have known her personally, I am certain that she has found a place in heaven through her selfless service to those she swore to protect.

Rest in peace my friend; those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin blue line.

Officer Ryan McNeil
Medicine Lodge, KS Police Department

May 9, 2006

Thank you for your dedication and service, Det. Armel.
May the Lord comfort your family and friends at this very difficult time.

"Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called sons of God."
Matthew 5:9

Wife of a Deputy
SBSD, California

May 9, 2006

TO THE FAMILY OF DETECTIVE VICKY ARMEL,

MAY I OFFER MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSE OF YOUR LOVED ONE. DETECTIVE VICKY ARMEL CHANGED OUR WORLD, WHETHER BIG OR SMALL, SHE MADE A DIFFERENCE. HER DEDICATED SERVICE LEFT US A BETTER PLACE, AND FOR THAT I AM FOREVER GRATEFUL.

LISA
WHITE PLAINS, MD

May 9, 2006

Thank you for your service, RIP and God bless you and your family.

Special Agent Ron Lewis
DOI-OLES

May 9, 2006

I was stunned when my fiance (a fellow VA officer) called to tell me about the shooting last night and deeply saddened when I heard that you had succumbed to your injuries. I check this site every day and am aware of the dangers police officers face, but it's different when it happens so close to home and seems so completely senseless. Thank you for your nine years of service to our community. My heart goes out to you, as well as to your family and your fellow officers. May you find peace.

Fairfax Citizen

May 9, 2006

Hero's never die; they just take on a new assignment.

GOD Bless you and your family!

Officer Paladino
Colorado Springs PD

May 9, 2006

At the beginning of every shift, myself and the other officers on shift dedicate the day to the memory of a fallen officer.

Today, May 9, 2006 we dedicated the shift to the memory of Detective Vicky Armel who died in the line of duty just yesterday.

When one law enforcement officer falls, we all stumble for a while, but we will carry on.

Det. Armel’s sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Paul Bissonnette
Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Surrey, BC

May 9, 2006

Thank you for your service. R.I.P. Never Forgotten.

Detective Lionel Garrett
Inglewood Police Dept.

May 9, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Detective Armel's family and all the members of the Fairfax Co. PD. As all of you have supported us with our loss this past week we are also here for you during this tragic time. Thank you Detective Armel for your service.

Master Officer
Chesterfield County Police

May 9, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends and all the members of the Fairfax County Police Department. We were made safer by her service and we all suffer their tragic loss. The family of Detective Armel deserves our appreciation and gratitude for their sacrifice. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Detective Armel is distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for her brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Tom Doyle
Cary Police Department, NC

May 9, 2006

Detective Armel, God bless you and your family.

Patrol Officer
Alexandria Police Department

May 9, 2006

Again we mourn as another hero is taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Detective Armel. May the Lord give you strength and bless each of you during this time.

Rest in peace for your watch here is over; walk in heavens beat and guide us to protect and serve others safely.

US Ranger Catroppa
National Park Service GA

May 9, 2006

On behalf of the men and women of the Virginia State Police we extend our condolences to the family of Detective Vicky Armel and to our brothers and sisters serving with the Fairfax County Police department.
In her memory we continue on.

Master Trooper
Virginia State Police

May 9, 2006

I have watched this unfold on the news for most of last night and again this morning. Detective Armel, I will contuine to pray for your family and fellow officers.

PGPD Wife

May 9, 2006

Nothing is routine...not even shift change. The Lord must have needed another angel yesterday. What other reason would he have allowed this to happen? My heart breaks for Detective Armel's family & friends as I know their pain. I pray for healing & hope for her family & co-workers, especially the other officer that was badly injured. Take care of each other and tell each other how much they mean to you for you never know when your last day will be. Thanks for your sacrifice!

Denise
Survivor of Trooper Calvin Taylor

May 9, 2006

I heard about your tragic situation on the news last night and my heart went out to you. God bless you, your family, friends, and co-workers. May you continue to keep watch over everyone from above.

Jennifer Aaron
Wife of Ofc. Duke G. Aaron, III (EOW 07/20/04)

May 9, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Detective Armel's family and to my brothers and sister in Fairfax County.


Goodbye to A Fallen Sister
by Deputy Robert Cooley

Rest in Peace my sister, your duty is now done, God hath called you home today as he did his only son.

It's time to sleep my sister, and rest with those above, for an angel has taken your place today, so God can show you his love.

You have done well my sister, you met death square in the eye, but it still hurts to think of you and many of us will cry.

Goodbye my dear sister, your duty is now complete, do not despair you're not alone for soon we all shall meet.

Deputy Robert Cooley
Frederick County Sheriff's Office, VA

May 9, 2006

On behalf of the foundation and my family, your family and department has our deepest sympathy in the loss of Detective Vicky Armel. A family lost a mother, a husband lost a wife, a department lost a dedicated officer and America lost a protector. Rest in Peace.

Ted Sjurseth
America's 9/11 Foundation

May 9, 2006

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Detective Vicky Armel, and the Fairfax County P.D. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Detective Armel, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

May 9, 2006

May God bless the Armel family and her brother officers in this sorrowful time. In my job driving tractor trailer, I drive through Fairfax County every night, and know that the officers in this area are very helpful and are to be commended in there professionalism. This senseless unprovoked killing and wounding of officers makes you wonder how anyone could be a police officer. But without people like Detective Armel the country would be a wasteland. God bless you Vicky and rest knowing that you did make a difference in the lives you touched

Jim Kutz/ volunteer firefighter
Woodlawn FD South Whitehall PA

May 9, 2006

May God bless the Armel family and her brother officers in this sorrowful time. In my job driving tractor trailer, I drive through Fairfax County every night, and know that the officers in this area are very helpful and are to be commended in there professionalism. This senseless unprovoked killing and wounding of officers makes you wonder how anyone could be a police officer. But without people like Detective Armel the country would be a wasteland. God bless you Vicky and rest knowing that you did make a difference in the lives you touched

Jim Kutz/ volunteer firefighter
Woodlawn FD South Whitehall PA

May 9, 2006

thanks for your service

john hicks
acso avery county nc

May 9, 2006

Detective Armel,
May god bless and watch over your family, your co-workers, and you. My heart aches whenever I see another name added to the roll, even more so when it is added at the hands of a coward such as yours was. Rest in peace, we have the watch from here. The thin blue line will not be broken.

Sgt.
Va. Beach

May 9, 2006

One year ago today, we lost one of our detectives to gunfire. We stand in solidarity with you, our brothers and sisters, in your time of loss.

Detectives,
Battle Creek Police Department
Battle Creek, MI

Detective Scott Eager
Battle Creek Police Department

May 9, 2006