Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

REST IN PEACE DEPUTY BRIESE

SGM JOHNNY ACEVEDO
US ARMY 5TH SPECIAL FORCES/SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND

November 3, 2006

God Bless Deputy Briese, his family,friends and brother Officers at his Department. He laid down his life for his fellow man. He is a Hero and will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Jim May
CMPD Charlotte NC (ret)

November 3, 2006

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU WILL BE MISSED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR DEDICATION, SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND DEPARTMENT.

Deputy Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office

November 3, 2006

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Deputy Sheriff David Briese,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Deputy Sheriff David Briese. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Deputy Sheriff Briese is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

November 3, 2006

Your in Gods care brother.

10-7 you have earned your rest.

Senior Officer Retired John J Pajak
CCF PD (Cleveland Clinic Foundation)

November 3, 2006

Thank you for being a hero! We will take it from here and continue to make this world a better place as you did!

Officer Cameron
St. Cloud, Mn PD

November 3, 2006

OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS AND COWORKERS OF DEPUTY BRIESE. MAY GOD BLESS THEM DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME IN THIER LIVES. MAY THEY FEEL HIS LOVE AND COMFORT. TO MY BROTHER IN BLUE, MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. A HERO FOR SURE. YOU HAVE SERVED WELL.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

November 3, 2006

Rest easy brother, we've got your beat covered.

BPD248
Billings Police

November 3, 2006

Deputy Briese's sacrifice attempting to aid a fellow officer will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Master Sergeant
Illinois State Police

November 3, 2006

YESTERDAY IS HISTORY, TOMORROW IS A MYSTERY AND TODAY IS A GIFT.

DEPUTY BRIESE, YOU REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND. I SALUTE YOU! MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES. I THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. YOU DID NOT LOSE YOUR LIFE, YOU GAVE IT IN SERVICE TO OTHERS. A TRUE HERO INDEED.

THOSE CLOSE TO THIS HERO, PLEASE TAKE COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT I, ALONG WITH MANY OTHERS ACROSS THIS LAND, GRIEVE WITH YOU. KEEP HIM IN YOUR HEART, AND PASS HIS STORY ALONG. MAY GOD BLESS YOU.

JIM SWEENEY CIVILIAN NEW JERSEY
A FRIEND TO ALL PEACE OFFICERS

November 3, 2006

My thoughts and prayers go out to Deputy Briese's parents, children, friends, and co-workers. I cannot claim to be anything more than his aquaitance, and a fellow officer, but the calls I answered with him were memorable for his great sense of humor, contagious grin, and the comradarie known by those who put their lives on the line for their country and communities. He'll be greatly missed.

Officer David Firebaugh
Laurel Police Department

November 3, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on this tragic day. May you rest in peace in the loving arms of the One who created you and loves you for eternity.

Mary Kay Balchunas
Mother of Jay Balchunas, EOW 11/5/04

November 3, 2006

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

November 3, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers Deputy Briese. Rest in peace. You will not be forgotten.

P.O. Paul Tillotson
Elizabeth, NJ PD

November 3, 2006

My heartfelt condolences to your family. You were the Best of the best and will be remembered as that. You were a great Deputy to work with and will be very hard to replace. May the Lord look over your family especially your two boys during this tragic time. My condolences also goes out to the Yellowstone County Sheriff's Office during this time. Just to let you know that we are all thinking about and praying for all of you.

Sgt. Mike Zuhoski
Laurel Police Department

November 3, 2006

Nothing can prepare us for the loss of a friend or loved one, but be assured Deputy Sheriff David Briese was a Hero to many, and is at HEAVENS door receiving his reward for such. God Bless You.

MPO D.W MCKINNON
ORLANDO POLICE DEPT.

November 3, 2006

Rest in Peace Deputy Briese. I hope the many other warriors greeted you to take you home. My prayers are with your family and friends.

November 3, 2006

God Bless You Deputy Briese

November 3, 2006

An Angel In The Sky Must Leave His Place Of Rest,
Gently Tucking His Wings Beneath His Armored Vest.
For Duty Has Called, There Is Much Work To Do
Little Did He Know, This One Is Dressed In Blue.

Arriving On The Scene, He Knows Just What To Say,
“Follow Me, Fallen Brother, I’ll Show You The Way.”
“Your Duty Has Ended, Your Work Is Now Through.”
“Come Hang Your Hat Beside Mine, I’m A Cop, Too”
Unknown

Today we lost a hero and a friend. You could always count on Dave to lend a hand if you need help or put a smile on your face with that goofy chuckle. My thoughts and prayers go out to Dave’s family and to all at Yellowstone County. Rest in peace brother, and my you watch over all of us.

Patrolman Ben Mahoney
Joliet PD

November 3, 2006

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

shannon
Collins Fire Dept. (Mississippi)

November 3, 2006

“REMEMBER ME”
Law enforcement officers are, indeed, a special breed of people. Ask anyone on the street and they will tell you that they would not have our jobs for anything in the world. It takes something special to do what we do and at the same time be able to even contemplate retirement. We try to be optimists. Unfortunately, there are a few of us who will never make that date with retirement. By the very nature of our job, we are at risk everyday of losing our lives, either at the hand of some deranged individual or in some other situation that we, by virtue of our occupation, may be unable to avoid. Some people have recognized the hazardous duties we involve ourselves in, the risks we take, and the pride we take in accomplishing that job. There is National Law Enforcement Week, dedicated to us who gladly accept the responsibility of protecting the citizens in our respective jurisdictions. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Day is dedicated to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. These are but two examples of remembrances specifically for law enforcement personnel. Remembrances that come but once a year. We should remind fellow officers of another type of remembrance, one that will last a lifetime. Sooner or later, a doctor will pronounce us dead. It is inevitable. Regardless of whatever happens, death is the end we will all have to face.
“IT IS IN DEATH THAT WE CAN LIVE FOREVER”
Author Unknown

Jim Moore
New Orleans P.D., Retired

November 3, 2006

To Deputy Briese family and friends our hearts and prayers go out to you

God Bless you

Terry Miyares, surviving spouse
Officer Emilio Miyares, Hialeah PD, Fl 11/6/86

November 3, 2006

I attended MLEA basic 115 with David Briese. In short, David was a great guy. He really had his heart in this job. No matter the circumstances, you knew he would have your back. He was a soft spoken guy who kept to himself but he never went unnoticed when he walked into the room. David was in excellent physical shape and was one of the few people I hated being matched up against in Defensive tactics as he always whooped by butt. This truly is another sad day for us as we have lost another great Officer who gave his life while attempting to help someone else.

Yellowstone County has truly lost one of its best. My heart goes out to them and David's family. Be careful out there everyone, stay safe.

Officer Adam Pankratz
Bozeman PD

November 3, 2006

We lost a Montana hero today.
Yellowstone County will never forget you.

Citizen Mike Riedel

November 3, 2006

Thank you for your selfless service. RIP

November 3, 2006