Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To all of those who loved Detective Dressel, and especially to his wife and mother: My son Anthony died in the line of duty on 2/19 and I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and in my prayers. May Keith rest in peace. May he and Tony be together in heaven always.
Sincerely,
Nancy Bonner

Nancy Bonner
Mother of a Lost Officer

February 24, 2007

Our heartfelt Condolences to the family of Det. Keith Dressel. Your family shall be in Our thoughts and prayers with this tragic loss.
Rest in Peace Brother

Detective James Gross; SFS '80
Peerysburg Townshp Police

February 24, 2007

My prayers go out to the Dressel Family and to Toledo Police Department. Keith was a true hero. God Bless you all

Deputy-Dispatcher
Wood County Sheriff Office

February 24, 2007

The family of Detective Dressel and all the members of the Toledo Police Dept will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Jim Eggeman
Columbus Police Dept

February 24, 2007

May God bless you and your family. Rest in Peace.

Respecfully,

Danny

Police Officer Danny McGuire, Jr.
Chicago Police Department

February 24, 2007

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE WITH THE LORD. THANK YOU FOR WATCHING OVER US. YOU ARE A HERO DETECTIVE DRESSEL AND I KNOW GOD THINKS THAT TOO.
MARGE CORNE

MARGE CORNE
CITIZEN

February 24, 2007

Detective Dressel, you were a warrior to the end. After 14 years in law enforcement you still had the drive to catch the bad guy. May God bless you and those who knew you best. Rest in peace brother.

Off. Hanes
Oklahoma City P.D.

February 24, 2007

Keith,

You will always be known to us as a hero. There is nothing worse than having a fellow brother in blue taken from us in the hands of another and we will forever grieve your loss. You will always be in the back of our minds as we patrol the streets as you now look over us. God bless you and the officers of the Toledo Police Department.

Ptl. Andrew Dean
Maumee Police Division

February 24, 2007

Rest in peace Keith. Your life and loss will never be forgotten. May God watch over your family during this difficult time.

Deputy Sheriff Tim George
Monroe County MI.

February 24, 2007

All of us at work are in a state of shock. We cannot believe Keith was taken from us in this tragic way. But as sad as we are, I know Keith would want all of us to remember the good times, which were many. My last memory of Keith was at our union meeting Tuesday night, just six hours prior to Keith's death. There was some serious talk taking place regarding police cars, manpower, residency requirements, and lay-offs (all which seem pretty trivial now). All the sudden a cell phone rings. Not just a ring, ring, ring, but the Michigan Fight Song ring (which was annoying to this Ohio State fan). All eyes focused on the guy with the blue knit hat with a big, yellow "M" on the front. Yep, it was Keith, and with what my grandmother would call, "That shit-eatin' grin". I just smiled and thought to myself, that's Keith. Keith always had that shit-eatin' grin whenever I saw him. That was Keith. I always thought he looked liked the happiest guy in the world, no matter what he was doing at work. Keith is a hero and will never be forgotten. During our sad times, think of the good times we had with Keith. I guarantee you'll smile. Rest in peace, brother.

Ptlm. Jeff Dorner
Toledo Police

February 23, 2007

As the daughter of a retired Toledo Police Officer (died last month) I would like to extend my sympathies to Keith's family and the entire law enforcement community, especialy TPD. Thank you all for continuing to put your lives on the line for us every day. May you all stay safe.

Jerrilyn (Yeack) Nicholson

February 23, 2007

As a native Ohioan, Williams County and having last lived in Toledo before I came here....I send my condolences and best wishes. It seems that the last 3 have really touched me lately as we had our own loss in our county within the past month, my brother lost an officer in Glendale, AZ and now one from home.
My prayers are with the family.

Teri McPhail
Wife of Jackson Cty FL Deputy

February 23, 2007

There are no words that can ease the pain that your family and co-workers are going through. I hope that your family holds some comfort from knowing that you were doing what you love and believe in. I thank you, because I know that you were out there on the front lines for our familes. I honor your commitment to the security of this great nation.
God holds a special place in heaven for HERO's like you that place themselves between the good and evil in this world.
Look down on your family, co-workers, and friends and wrap your wings of "blue" around them and keep them safe, and ask God to hold them dear to his heart.

+ Rest Now My Brother, For Your Watch Has Ended +

I never dreamed it would be me
My name for all eternity
Recorded here at this hallowed place
Alas, my name, no more my face

"In the line of duty" I hear them say
My family now the price will pay
My folded flag stained with their tears
We only had those few short years

The badge no longer on my chest
I sleep now in eternal rest
My sword I pass to those behind
And pray they keep this thought in mind

I never dreamed it would be me
And with heavy heart and bended knee
I ask for all here from the past
Dear God, let my name be the last
(Author unknown)

+God bless all the men and women in blue.+

Deputy Sheriff Alan Lazarus #3820
Cook County Sheriff's Department, Cook County IL.

February 23, 2007

Keith,
You were the best partner anyone could ask for and I want to thank you because your knowledge and dedication made me a better officer. You took me under your wing and showed me the way. Always quick with a joke or just a little word of harassment, meant in the best way possible. I truly enjoyed being around you. You were genuine. There will never be another like you and I feel that my life was enriched having known you. Rest in peace my friend, my hero. Heaven has a new protector. "HEROES LIVE FOREVER"

Patrolman Michael Talton
Toledo Police Department

February 23, 2007

Keith... Thank you for all you have done in keeping Toledo safe. You are a Hero i will never forget and am glad to have had the pleasure of knowing you. My heart goes out to the Dressel family. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.

MoNeick Alford
Civilian TPD Dispatcher

February 23, 2007

Our condolences and prayers go out to Danielle and the children, family, and friends of Detective Keith Dressel. My fiance and I both had the honor and priviledge of knowing Keith, as well as working with him. Always ready with a joke and a crooked smile, you will be missed, but never forgotten. Rest in peace, Brother.

Deputy Mick First , Lucas County Sheriff
Jen Overcashier, Toledo Police Dispatcher

February 23, 2007

Keith,
I remember the last time I saw you a few weeks ago at Westfield Mall. You were with the kids and I told you I was going to push you in the fountain to clean you up a little. You looked back over your shoulder and smiled and stated, "Don't, I can't swim." That was the last time I saw you or spoke to you. When my phone rang at 0519 on Feb 21, 2007, I new something bad had happened, but I had no idea it was this tragic. I find it hard to concentrate and every moment alone, my mind drifts to thoughts of you and your family. I had the EXTREME HONOR of being assigned to your house on 2-22-07 during my shift and having the privilege to speaking with your family in depth. It gave me a chance to express my true feelings to those that mattered most and also an opportunity to learn a lot about you in a short period of time. I found out we were alike in the aspect that we LOVE to laugh and make those around us laugh. I don't know if our relationship could have been classified as "friends", but it is without a doubt you are my "BROTHER". I LOVE YOU and THANK YOU FOR GIVING YOUR ALL! And at this moment I truly wish you were here to make me laugh. To Danielle and the entire Dressel Family, loved ones, friends, co-workers and peers around the country, remember; COURAGE isn't having the STRENGTH to go on, but going on when you don't have the STRENGTH!
GOD BLESS YOU KEITH, AND I PRAY THAT JUSTICE IS SERVED.
P.S. KEEP THEM LAUGHING UNTIL I GET THERE.

Patrol Officer Andre' L. Cowell Sr.
T.P.D.

February 23, 2007

Thank you for your service. You have made the ultimate sacrifice for your community. You will not be forgotten.

John O'Mara
PA State Constable

February 23, 2007

Rest in peace detective, god bless you, your family, and the Toledo Police Department. I hope to meet when we all report into heavens roll call..Godspeed!

Ofc. Aaron P. Sparks #603
Gilmanton NH Police Department

February 23, 2007

God bless Det. Dressel, prayers go out to his family and department.

PFC Keith J Baker
Fairfax County Police Department

February 23, 2007

KEITH, I WAS SHOCKED WHEN I RECEIVED THE PHONE CALL AT 4:30 IN THE MORNING FROM MY SGT TELLING ME THAT YOU, A FRIEND I'VE KNOWN FOR 12 YEARS, WAS KILLED. MY UNIFORM WAS PUT BACK ON FROM THE DAY BEFORE AND I REPORTED BACK TO WORK TO HELP IN ANY WAY I COULD.
I'M STILL IN SHOCK AND VERY SAD THAT YOU ARE GONE. I'M SAD WE LOST TOUCH OVER THE YEAR'S BUT WAS ALWAY'S HAPPY WHEN I SAW YOU AGAIN. WE COULD PICK UP LIKE WE NEVER LOST TOUCH.
YOU HAVE ALWAY'S BEEN A FRIEND TO ME BUT NOW YOU ARE MY HERO. YOU DID YOUR JOB AND DID IT WELL.
REST NOW KNOWING THAT WE WILL STILL DO OUR JOB'S DOWN HERE, JUST LIKE YOU HAVE DONE AND WE WILL ALL SEE YOU UP THERE WHEN IT IS OUR TURN.
TO MY FRIEND AND MY HERO....SEE YOU LATER ON OUR NEXT SHIFT.

DEPUTY SHERIFF CHRIS GONIA
LUCAS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

February 23, 2007

Keith, you will NEVER be forgotten, watch over us as we continue the good fight. Rest in peace brother.

Lieutenant George Kral
Toledo Police Department

February 23, 2007

--"If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded." -- Maya Angelou

Aloha Detective Keith Dressel,
Thank you for your service and dedication to your community and your country. You and all officers that continue to lay your lives on the line and pay the ultimate sacrifice to keep our communities and country safe, will NEVER be forgotten.

I personally pledge, (after one of Hawaii's own, Honolulu Police Officer Steve Favela, lost his life last year in the line of duty protecting our Commander in Chief, President George W. Bush), to become a continuum; a keeper of the ODMP light. That light is in the form of an ODMP tribute. People from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, religion, profession, education, and geographical location can share here.

This "LIGHT" comes from within the heart and soul of every person who cares to share a word or two on behalf of each and every fallen officer. Every fallen officer is a hero. The ODMP; Officer Down Memorial Page gives us a place to come together and share our feelings as one family. May we find solace as we give solace to the families who have lost a loved one.

Detective Keith Dressel, God Bless you. You are a hero. As we say in Hawaii, “You are`Ohana.” “You are Family.” No one will ever be able to replace you for you were unique and very special. No one; not in this lifetime. May God allow you to rest in His Divine peace. I wish you, your loved ones, and your fellow officers, peace and love beyond all understanding. I honor you today. You will NEVER be forgotten.
** May this Hawaiian prayer give all those who read it comfort. **

THE PEACE OF " I "
KA MALUHIA O KA "I"

Peace be with you, All My Peace,
O ka Maluhia no me oe, Ku'u Maluhia a pau loa,

The Peace that is " I ", the Peace that is "I am".
Ka Maluhia o ka "I", owau no ka Maluhia,

The Peace for always, now and forever and evermore.
Ka Maluhia no na wa a pau, no ke'ia wa a mau a mau loa aku.

My Peace " I " give to you, My Peace " I " leave with you,
Ha'awi aku wau I ku'u Maluhia ia oe, waiho aku wau I ku'u Maluhia me oe,

Not the world's Peace, but, only My Peace,
The Peace of " I ".

A'ole ka Maluhia o ke ao aka, ka'u Maluhia wale no,
Ka Maluhia o ka "I".

Moana V.C. Molale Private Citizen-Hawaii
Kahu La`a Kea (Keeper of the Sacred Light)

February 23, 2007

i dont know you but i live in deshler ohio and i want to send my condolences to your family all officers are angles at heart there out there to keep us safe and to do the best they can and i just want to say we miss you and keep smiling cause you did your best

February 23, 2007

I had the pleasure of meeting Keith on a few occasions and was always impressed with the man, not just the officer. Keithe was genuine, quick with a smile and just a plain good guy. It saddens me that this situation had to happen, and he will be dearly missed. I hope his family realizes, some day, that the sacrifice they now face is one that is and will always be appreciated by residences of this city, whether directly or indirectly. Toledo lost a fine officer, as well as one hell of a man!

DeAnn Toth, civilian
family of two TPD officers

February 23, 2007