Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

It is a very difficult time for the family of Corporal Eric Sutphin. It is also a difficult time for all those friends in the community that knew Eric. Officers should take comfort in knowing that Eric is in a better place now.
He served his community bravely and he will be honored and remembered for his distinguished career in law enforcement.
I will keep Eric's family and friends in my prayers and ask god to empower his family and friends with the strength and courage to deal with this tragic situation. Gods Speed Eric, there are many brother and sister officers in heaven to welcome you.

Kevin P. Carroll
President,
Chesterfield Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #47

Sgt. Kevin P. Carroll
Chesterfield County Police

August 22, 2006

Eric,

Your bravery and sacrifice will never be forgotten. You touched the hearts of many and you will live in those hearts forever. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Go now my brother and patrol the streets of gold.

Officer J.C. Blackburn
Blacksburg Police Department

August 22, 2006

A true hero. Eric's dedication to duty is a positive reflection of him and to all of law enforcement. We have lost one of our own. This is indeed a sad time for all. Our thoughts, love, and prayers go out to Corp. Sutphin's family, friends, and co-workers.

Lt. Alan Faircloth
Lynchburg (VA) PD

August 22, 2006

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.

Police Officer Bryan P. Cilento
Chesapeake Police Department, Va

August 22, 2006

Rest easy my Brother Officer and God speed to your place in Heaven. May God watch over your Family through this time.

C/O D. Mangrum
D.O.C.

August 22, 2006

"The wicked flee when no man pursueth; but the righteous are as bold as a lion." Proverbs 28:1

GBI Agent

August 22, 2006

Officer Sutphin, thank you for your outstanding work effort and your dedication to justice. I hope that you will look after us all from up above and protect us. God speed.

Ryan
Phoenix,Arizona

August 22, 2006

We extend our thoughts and prayers to the family and the Montgomery County S.O.

A platoon
Randolph County Sheriffs Office, N.C.

August 22, 2006

Our great state was the better for having had you. May you now serve the Kingdom of God, the same as you served the Kingdom of Man. God bless.

Smyth County Sheriff's Office (VA)

August 22, 2006

A public servant and true hero is lost today, but will never be forgotten. You fell while valiantly safeguarding the public as well as your brother officers. There is no braver deed, no greater sacrifice. God bless you and keep you, and bring his peace to your family!!

Steven Buck
Former Deputy CA, Albemarle County

August 22, 2006

Rest in peace, hero. We will not forget you or your family's sacrifice.

Capt. Sean Whelan
Watchung PD, NJ

August 22, 2006

Badges of silver and stars of gold
Shrouded in black, a story is told

Early one morning when most people slept
A newly made widow quietly wept

A knock on the door, two people in blue
Told her the story that could not be true

Her husband, best friend, had given his life
Serving a stranger, a victim of strife

Handling a call, most think routine
A person on the run with a gun.

Helping a stranger, a cop gave his life

So in honor of him and his sacrifice
But also to show his grieving wife

Her love's death has meaning, He died not in vain
All of us to, will share in her pain

So we cover our badges and stand now in line
Forever, a promise, his memory will shine

R.I.P. Cpl. Sutphin you will not be forgotten.

All Members
Pulaski County Sheriffs Office

August 22, 2006

Husband, Father, Son,
Friend, Partner, Soldier, Officer, Deputy
Comedian, Lifesaver, & Hero

All the jobs Eric has had, it’s clear to see that his heart and soul was and is in the right place.

I know you are with God

Corporal Gary Pistulka
Albemarle County Police Department

August 22, 2006

We were so blessed to have known Eric over the past years. He was part of the All American Honor Guard, and we have special memories of events he participated in, particularly at Fort McHenry in Baltimore, MD. His enthusiasm and humor were contageous, and we well remember him joking and laughing late into the night. We also appreciated his help as the resource office for Fluvanna County High School where he helped "keep an eye out" for our foster son during some troubling times. Eric was a good, honest, hardworking man, and our prayers are with his wife and family during this time. May God grant you peace and healing during this difficult period.

Bob and Shelia Talbott
Friend-Charlottesville, VA

August 22, 2006

Cpl. Sutphin you are truly a hero. You will be missed.
R.I.P.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Sutphin Family.

Autumn
Pulaski County Sheriffs Office

August 22, 2006

This man is one of the great ones in law enforcement. He is an example to everyone that loves freedom. God Bless this deputy and his family. The ultimate sacrifice has been given.

Corporal Jeff Johnson
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Kentucky

August 22, 2006

Go with God. You are truly a hero.

Detective Jen Hardwich
Syracuse PD

August 22, 2006

Eric,
You were a great friend, and inspiration to me. I will always cherish the friendship we had. You were the best partner ! We talked about this day and I am doing my best. You know that I will help your family every way I can. I vistied our old office today just to remember the good times that we shared. I am sorry I cannot do more!


Your brother for life
Wags

Sergeant Mike Wagner
Albemarle County Police Dept.

August 22, 2006

This is the most difficult message I have ever delivered, but one that is necessary. In the past several days two people were taken from family and friends, and in particular my friend and brother Cpl. Eric Sutphin.

During one of the most difficult times of my professional life it was Eric who helped me transition back into police work. Having to work alongside you during that time no doubt saved me as a person and police officer. It was those private moments we shared which reminds me of the man you are.

When I speak of Eric Sutphin now it might be in past tense, but he forever will live in my heart and memories!

Sgt. Amos Chiarappa
Albemarle County Police Department

August 22, 2006

Eric

It takes a special person to run towards danger when everyone else is running away. Police Officers were chosen by God and called by Him for this task. You were a pleasure to know and to work with. May God Bless your family.

Annette Cox
Albemarle County Commonwealth's Attorneys Office

Annette Cox
Albemarle County Commonwealth's Attorneys Office

August 22, 2006

What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us. What we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal. -Albert Pine

Corporal Sutphin -- The sacrifice you made for your community will not be forgotten.

To all those touched by the loss of Corporal Sutphin -- Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association

August 22, 2006

I extend my heart felt condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Corporal Eric E. Sutphin. Your County, State and Nation are poorer after the loss of such a brave and dedicated police officer. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Sergeant Brian Bowman
Toronto Police Service

August 22, 2006

We once again have lost a part of the brotherhood of law enforcement. These times are difficult and the family and department has a long road of recovery ahead of them. The staff of Cops Evangelist Ministries would like you to know that we are and will continue to pray for you in this time of sorrow. Remember that God will not give you more then you can handle. Philippians 4:13 says…I can do all things through Christ which strengthened me.

Joe Taylor
Cops Evangelist Ministries

Joe Taylor (Former FL LEO)

August 22, 2006

A true hero is lost. Rest in peace and know your brothers and sisters in blue will continue to serve.

August 22, 2006

Go forth and receive your eternal reward in heaven my brother. You no longer have to carry the burdens of this world. Your time on earth was priceless. Rest easy. I will pray for your family and co-workers. Until we meet at the gates........

Trooper
Kansas Highway Patrol

August 22, 2006