Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the Family of Det. Dennis Stepnowski

On behalf of our family, I extend our condolences for the loss of yet another law enforcement hero. I have read Dennis' reflections and my heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.

Dennis left a reflection for our son who was killed in the line of duty on April 11, 2004. They were classmates. It was a beautiful reflection and he must have been an acceptional individual. I only wished I knew him so I could express how proud we are of him as a police officer for his valor, bravery and courage. For this, he will be remembered now and always. God Bless you Dennis and your family.

Shirley Verteramo, Mother of Ptl. Eric J. Verteramo,Schenectady PD, EOW 4/11/04

Shirley Verteramo

August 20, 2006

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. KEEP A WATCHFUL EYE OUT OVER US AS WE DO OUR DAILY JOB. THANKS FOR THE ENCOURAGING WORDS THAT WE HAD DURING THE SUMMER OF 2004.

RIP
RAD
AUBURN POLICE

Officer Richard Dillard
City of Auburn Police

August 14, 2006

Step its been over a month and the bad dream hasn't stopped. I keep coming in thinkng you will still roll up on my call just to say hey and check up on us but I don't see you but I know that doesn't mean you aren't there thanks

August 13, 2006

WHAT A WARRIOR! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

NJ SWAT-ANON

August 13, 2006

Step,

I still can't believe you're gone. It just doesn't seem possible. Every day that I come to this site, everytime I see a picture of you, I still feel the same shock I felt that night at the hospital when I was told you were gone. No.. this couldn't have happened to Step.

I love reading everyone's memories of you. I know I'll never forget any of mine. I miss you. Things aren't the same without you.

DKPD

August 12, 2006

Thank you for your service.

Sincerely,
Your Brothers from the Capitol Region Emergency Services Team (Manchester, Vernon, Glastonbury, South Windsor, Cromwell, Wethersfield, Rocky Hill, Connecticut).

Officer Gary Jonas
Capitol Region Emergency Services Team

August 8, 2006

Step,

It's been over a month since this tragic event happened to us all, you are such a warrior and we miss you so much. You are talked about often and always will be. My prayers still go out to your family and friends, we all miss you! Thank you for your service to Dekalb, you were one of the best! Watch over us and keep us under your wings!! See you one day!!! all my love

August 6, 2006

Thoughts and prayers go out to the family and co-workers to this fine officer who has paid the ulitimate price in keeping thier community safe and protecting those they serve.


May he rest in peace

Douglas W. Bennett
Juvenile probation Officer
KY DJJ

Douglas W. Bennett
Ky Dept. of Juvenile Justice

August 6, 2006

Heaven has a soldier, life is less without you friend. You are thought of often and missed so very much.

Motorcycle officer
DeKalb Co. Police

August 3, 2006

We went to high school together in Schenectady Dennis and I have fond memories of your smiling face. While we were never close friends we were peers and that's important. God bless you and thank you for your service. My heart and prayers go out to you family.

Tina
A US Air Force Wife

Tina
High School Classmate

August 3, 2006

To the wife, parents and loved ones of Dtective Dennis Carmen Stepnowski and to his fellow officers with the DeKalb County Police Department.

On behalf of our family, we wish to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Step was killed in the line of duty. May you be comforted by the warm embrace and support of your law enforcement family and other police survivors. There are many who have have shared the same anquish and they will be there to support you on the difficult journey ahead.

Heaven now has another hero, but I am so saddened that it is your beloved Dennis. His valor and courage will be forever remembered. In reading the loving reflections left by loved ones and friends, it is obvious he was a well loved and well respected man who will be sorely missed. May his spirit continue to soar and may his memory continue to inspire.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Step gave to his community and the citizens of Georgia, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on June 29, 2006.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater of Pittsburg Police Department, eow 4/24/05

August 2, 2006

Rest in Peace fallen HERO.

The deputy stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his boots were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, deputy.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"

The deputy 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 county was 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 deputy waited quietly,
For the judgement of his god.

"Step forward now, deputy,
You've born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell"

Deputy Chris Gardner 141
Union CO. Sheriff's Department El Dorado, Ark

August 2, 2006

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Everytime I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Detective Stepnowski, especially to his wife. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Dennis, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Dennis' life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Dennis' life was about so much more than the way he died. Dennis will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Detective Stepnowski, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been three and a half years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Surviving Fiancee of Deputy R. Dennis McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

July 31, 2006

You were featured on America's Most Wanted tonight "in the Line of Duty". I'm sure your family and co-workers are proud of you, for the way you lived as well as died. God bless them, and God bless you, Sir. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest in peace, now, and know that we will remember you...

Lori Johnson Rowley
Daughter of Sgt. James Johnson, EOW 11/11/04, FCSO, NC

July 29, 2006

Rest in peace brother. "Heroes live forever"

Detective
Fort Smith PD

July 26, 2006

I THANK ALL OF THE OFFICERS WHO GIVE UP THEIR LIVES ON A DAILY BASIS FOR US. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SERVICE EVERY DAY, AND THANK YOU OFFICER STEPNOWSKI AND YOUR FAMILY FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE!

citizen

July 26, 2006

I wish to express my sincere sympathies to your family during this time. Its hard, and will remain hard but as time passes I wish you all hope and blessings.

Ellen Colelli

July 25, 2006

Step,

I only worked with you a few times on part times and in the field, but I will always admire your courage, valor and dedication. You will be missed but never forgotten. From all of Delta Team, South Precinct we say goodbye, brother.

POII E.T. Heimer
Dekalb County Police

July 24, 2006

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. You are a true hero.

Special Agent
FBI Tallahassee

July 23, 2006

Your neighbor to the south has your family and co-workers in their prayers. Be strong and God Bless you all.

David McCart, Major
Henry County S.O. Ga.

July 23, 2006

Rest in peace Brother Stepnowski.

OFC Kevin R Turley
Heflin Police Department Alabama

July 23, 2006

Dennis
It's hard to believe it's been almost a month since you left us with a void that can never be filled. You may be gone Brother-but you will never be forgotten and always loved. Rest well-we'll see you at the Big roll call.

friend

July 22, 2006

I don't stop by this site as often as I used to. When I do I remember why, a tugging at the heart as soon as I see the faces. The list seems to never end. God bless Dennis and his family. And to everyone that worked with him, stay focused and be safe!

Dave
Huntsville P.D., Alabama

July 21, 2006

DEAR STEPNOWSKI FAMILY,
OUR HEARTFELT SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR EXTENDED FAMILY OF OFFICERS.MAY GOD PROTECT ALL OF YOU AND WE PRAY
FOR YOU DURING THESE TRYING TIMES.
JAMES H. YANCEY
STATE PSO
GA. MILITARY ORDER OF THE
PURPLE HEARTS

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER
MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART,GA.CHAPTER

July 21, 2006

Restin peace blue angel!

wife of leo
Melbourne Florida

July 21, 2006