Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

November 9, 2006

I wanted to just leave a quick note to the family of Officer Petzold, that although I do not know this man personaly, I want to thank him and to let his children know their father must have been a very good man. I am sure he was aware of the danger in doing what he did, and to still have taken the time and thoughfulness to remove that deer , so that everyone else would be safe, in turn costing his own life, shows to me what kind of a man he was. I sincerely apreciate his caring, and his children should view him as a true hero.

Robert E. Hilbert
A Citizen

November 9, 2006

Your presence in the community will be missed. Rest in Peace....

Andrew Lesher-Phlebotomist
Lehigh County DUI Center

November 9, 2006

I would like to leave my condolences as well as that of the entire police force of South Whitehall Township, Lehigh County, PA to the family and members of the Upper Saucon Police force.

You are all in are heart and prayers at this moment in time

much respect

Chief Toth

Chief Toth
South Whitehall Township Police

November 9, 2006

My deepest sympathy to you and your family - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Jen Kohaut

D&B

November 9, 2006

It was a pleasure to work with you and you will be greatly missed. I pray for your family and co-workers. May you rest in peace.

OFC / EMT Joshua J Schnalzer
DeSales University Police / Upper Saucon Ambulance

November 9, 2006

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

November 9, 2006

My deepest condolences go out to Jess and her children. My daughter Kaitlyn cheers on the 85 squad with Sarah and knows both Sarah and Sam from their camp and daycare. My daughter had a wonderful experience in meeting Mr.Petzoid last summer when he visited her daycare. He was wonderful with all of the children and spend some extra time talking to my daughter which she talks about often. I have known and seen the Petzoid family over the last two years since I moved to Center Valley through SLYFA activities and they are truelly a loving and caring family. I know it will be difficult over the next few weeks and years and wanted to let you know the thoughts and prayers of our family go out to yours.

Denise Torcivia-Deutsch
Parent of Kaithlyn Torcivia

Parent of Cheerleader

November 9, 2006

God Bless you and your family for your sacrifice, a hero walked among us, now you fly above us.

November 9, 2006

my thoughts are with the family , friends and coworkers of David he was a great man and friend to all, he will be missed. Sonjia

November 9, 2006

MY HEARTFELT SYMPATHIES TO DAVIDS FAMILY AND ALL OFFICERS OF THE UPPER SAUCON PD. GOD BLESS.

RETIRED CHIEF DON HILL
COPLAY PD

November 9, 2006

I am a student at Southern Lehigh High School and I met Officer Petzold in middle school where he taught me D.A.R.E. He taught me so many things in the for years he taught me. He was such an important influence not only on myself but on many of my friends and classmates. He was a very caring person and always put peoples needs before his own. I am very sorry for the lose and send my regards to his family.

Thank you Officer Petzold for teaching me many things in life. I will always treasure the lessons you have taught me. You will always be missed.

Sara Hess

November 9, 2006

OUR CONDOLENCES TO THOSE WHO MOURN THE LOSS OF INV.PETZOLD. MAY GOD BLESS THEM. MY BROTHER IN BLUE, MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. A HERO FOR SURE.

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

November 9, 2006

Godspeed Investigator Petzold. Your life and loss will never be forgotten. May God watch over your family, friends, and co-workers during this dark time.

Detective D. Thompson
Colorado Springs Police Department

November 9, 2006

Rest in Peace Brother, your job is done...

"The Final Inspection"

The Policeman stood and faced his God,
which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining
just as brightly as his brass.

"STEP FORWARD NOW, POLICEMAN.
HOW SHALL I DEAL WITH YOU?
HAVE YOU ALWAYS TURNED
THE OTHER CHEEK?
TO MY CHURCH, HAVE YOU BEEN TRUE?"

The Policeman squared his shoulders
and said "No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Cause 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 streets are awful tough.

But I never took a penny
that wasn't mine to keep...
Though I've worked a lot of overtime
when the bills got too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help.
Though at times, 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 silence all around the Throne,
where the Saints had often trod,
As the Policeman waited quietly
for the judgement of his God.

"STEP FORWARD NOW, POLICEMAN.
YOU'VE BORNE YOUR
BURDENS WELL.
COME WALK A BEAT
ON HEAVEN'S STREETS.
YOU'VE DONE YOUR TIME IN HELL."

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

John Ross, PFC
TUPD

November 9, 2006

As we grow up, we learn that even the one person that wasn't supposed to
ever let you down probably will. You will have your heart broken probably
more than once and it's harder every time. You'll break hearts too, so
remember how it felt when yours was broken. You'll fight with your best


friend. You'll blame a new love for things an old one did. You'll cry
because time is passing too fast, and you'll eventually lose someone you
love. So take too many pictures, laugh too much, and love like you've
never been hurt because every sixty seconds you spend upset is a minute
of happiness you'll never get back.

Don't be afraid that your life will end,
be afraid that it will never begin.
~anonymous~


My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with all...

Jacqueline Souliere
cousin of fellow Upper Saucon PD detective

November 9, 2006

Today, I not only lost a great friend but a brother. One does not know the shoes one walks in till another walks in those shoes. Officer Petzold gave his life protecting the citizens of this great nation. Officer Petzold swore to uphold the laws of this country and died defending them. My sincerist sympathy to the family and to my fellow brothers on the Upper Saucon Twp. Police Department. Rest in Peace my brother for your tour of duty on earth is now over. May God Bless.

Special Agent Paul Oswald
Former USTPD Officer & Friend

November 9, 2006

To Dave's family and friends and the Upper Saucon Township Police Department please accept my condolences. God bless you at this very difficult time.

Bill Kennedy
Emmaus P D retired

November 9, 2006

May God bless the family, friends, fellow officers and co-workers of Officer Petzold and give you strength during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss...and for our township's loss.

The Rogozinski Family
Upper Saucon Township

November 9, 2006

My daughter rides the bus with Sarah. I did not know David and Jessica, but my heart aches for her, her children, and extended family for their loss. No words come to mind to help during this time but I hope the memories and legacy that David has left will help others and that no one ever forgets all he contributed. Our babysitter had David during several D.A.R.E session at St. Michaels and remembered what a warm, compassionate man he was - - he gave so much and truly was an inspiration to others. May this give you comfort. God bless and my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

November 9, 2006

May GOD bless your family, and may you walk your journey in the hand of the Lord.

Melanie Tibolt

November 9, 2006

WE LITTLE KNEW THE MORNING THAT
GOD WAS GOING TO CALL YOUR NAME.
IN LIFE WE LOVED YOU DEARLY
IN DEATH WE DO THE SAME.
IT BROKE OUR HEARTS TO LOSE YOU,
YOU DID NOT GO ALONE;
FOR PART OF US WENT WITH YOU,
THE DAY GOD CALLED YOU HOME.
YOU LEFT US PEACEFULL MEMORIES,
YOU LOVE IS STILL OUR GUIDE,
AND THOUGH WE CANNOT SEE YOU,
YOU ARE ALWAYS AT OUR SIDE.
OUR FAMILY CHAIN IS BROKEN
AND NOTHING SEEMS THE SAME,
BUT AS GOD CALLS US ONE BY ONE,
THE CHAIN WILL LINK AGAIN.

I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I TRAGICALLY LOST MY FATHER A YEAR AGO AND IT IS STILL VERY HARD. HE IS A TRUE HERO WHO GAVE HIS LIFE TO SAVE OURS. GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

November 9, 2006

A Hero in every sense of the word. Any time a fellow brother or sister is lost it is felt by all in uniform. My thoughts and prayers for the Petzold Family, Upper Saucon Police Department and Emergency Personnel, and anyone whose life may have been changed by David. Let us continue the job that David leaves behind.

L/Cpl. Russell Thompson
South Carolina Highway Patrol

November 9, 2006

On behalf of the A-B-E Airport Police Association's Officers and Members, we offer our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to our fallen brother's Family, Fellow Officers, and Friends. It is indeed a tragic loss we have all suffered today. As members of the Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority Police Department we are constantly reminded just how fragile life is. Dave we will miss you, God Speed and God Bless You. Your Brothers and Sisters at the Airport Police.

Rick Hageman, President
A-B-E Airport Police Association

November 9, 2006

No words can adequately express the sorrow felt at the loss of Dave Petzold. Class 05-10 thanks you, and your family, for your courage and your sacrifice. I thank you for your friendship. You will be deeply missed, and never forgotten. Rest in peace, brother. We'll take watch, now.

Special Agent
FBI

November 9, 2006