Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO DET. DRESSELL'S FAMILY AND THE TOLEDO PD DURNIG THIS DIFFICULT TIME. A HERO WHO RISK HIS LIFE TRYING TO MAKE HIS COMMUNITY AND COUNTRY A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE. YOU ARE A HERO AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN BUT MISSED GREATLY. GOD BLESS YOU, BROTHER IN BLUE.
FROM A FORMER NARCOTICS OFFICER. JOB WELL DONE.

DETECTIVE RUTILO QUEZADA
SMITH COUNTY SHERIFF TYLER, TX

February 21, 2007

"A Part Of America Died,"
Somebody killed a policeman today,
And part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect,
Will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect that shot him will stand up in court,
With counsel demanding his rights.
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,
And spend many long lonely nights.
The beat he walked was a battle field too
just as if he had gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
To his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
In your town or mine,
While we slept in comfort behind locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
And stands at each new rookies' side.
He answered the call,of himself and gave his all,
And a part of America died.
*anonymous*
To all who knew Detective Dressell we send our prayers and our sympathies to help you through this trying time and heartache. Such a tragedy to lose our officers in such a cowardly way by people who don't give a thought to another's life.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Canon City, Colorado

Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolfc
Canon City Internet Radio

February 21, 2007

My deepest thoughts go to your family, friends, and co-workers during this difficult time. I wish I'd been there for you last night-we would have taken this monster down together, or I would have fallen beside you while trying.

My deepest debt of gratitude goes to you for making the ultimate sacrifice for a society that does not appreciate what we might have to do every day. Salute.

P.O.-Michigan

February 21, 2007

On behalf of the men and women of the Camillus Police Department, our deepest sympathys to the family, friends and co-workers of Detective Keith Dressell. Rest in Peace Brother, we now have the Watch.

PBA
Town of Camillus Police Department, CNY

February 21, 2007

I am greatly saddened to hear of the loss of Keith. I had the pleasure of working with him on a few occasion's while working narcotic's over the past couple of year's. I knew Keith more by reputation then anything else, but I know that his loss will touch numerous soul's in both his own agency as well as the surrounding agencies. In behalf of the Monroe County Sheriff's Office I would like to send our condolence's to his family and his co-workers at T.P.D.

Dep. S. Hedger
Monroe County Sheriffs Office

February 21, 2007

My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Det. Dressell.
Rest in peace.

Linda Lamm- LEO wife and sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11.05.04

February 21, 2007

My mother came out of the same class as Det. Dressel and both of my parents were friends to him. I want to send my love and prayers to his wife and children. Growing up this was my biggest fear and I cannot imagine what they're feeling. He gave his life protecting the city. He is not just a hero today, he's been a hero for 14 years, the moment he decided to put himself on the line for the City of Toledo.

Nicole R G-M
Daughter of Two Police Officers

February 21, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with the family, god bless. Know your loved one is watching over you and will be your angel.

Jodi

February 21, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with officer Dressel's family and friends, I am truly sorry for your loss.

Holly

February 21, 2007

Our family stands with our Toledo neighbors in grieving the loss of Detective Dressell to this senseless tragedy.

To Danielle and your children: we have traveled the road you are now on, and would not wish this on anyone. We pray God's blessings as you shape your new reality without your beloved Keith.

Ohio Concerns of Police Survivors will be there for you when you are ready.

Detective Dressell, you will not be forgotten; rest in peace, sir.

Family of Patrolman Clifton Miller
Rossford, Ohio, P.D., EOW 05/14/1966

February 21, 2007

God Bless you sir for your service and sacrifice. May your legacy inspire those who knew you. May your sacrifice serve as a reminder of commitment to one's duty. May you forever remain in the minds of your fellow brothers in blue. God Bless Your Soul, Defender of Mankind. Rest In Peace.

February 21, 2007

I worked at the City Garage and knew Keith.
He was a every happy man that was devoted to has family.
He spent last summer at the camp ground that I was camping at and he always had a smile on his face a his kids in the golf cart.
God Bless him and his family.

Paul D. McKee
Friend

February 21, 2007

As the 20th anniversary date of my husband's death in the line of duty draws near, I am saddened to hear that yet another family & department must endure the heart ache and pain of losing a loved one. My prayers and thoughts are with Det. Dressell's family and friends during this tragic time. I also pray for the safety of all our law enforcement officers who still walk the beat. Rest in peace Det. Dressell. You will be missed.
Tammie Elliott-Gehle - Clayton, NC

Tammie Elliott-Gehle
LE widow/1987

February 21, 2007

Rest in Peace, Sir.

SBPA
U.S. Border Patrol

February 21, 2007

I just wanted to express my sorrow to his family and to the toledo police department family for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers

Laura
citizen

February 21, 2007

Rest in peace brother.

Sgt.Det.Stan Finley
Lawrence County S.O.(Arkansas)

February 21, 2007

May God be with you and your family. Words cannot express the appreciation I have for the work you do to keep us safe.

Kris Knannlein
daughter of a retired TPD officer

February 21, 2007

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

Detective Dressell -- The sacrifice you made for your community will never be forgotten.

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

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association

February 21, 2007

Godspeed Detective Dressell. 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

February 21, 2007

Rest in Peace Detective...

Lieutenant
Genesee County, Michigan

February 21, 2007

All my officers in my agency will be praying for Mr. Dressell’s family, CO-workers & friends in this very tragic, sad, & difficult time. I hope that the healing process for everyone involved is painless. Memory is all that's left for this fine detective which we will cherish. Mr. Dressell is a hero and we will honor him as we honor all in this tough field of work. Your true brothers in uniform will take over the watch. God bless you! Battery Attention! We salute you Mr. Dressell may you patrol the heavenly skies. RIP Sir.

Lt. Joseph A. Panko
Security Supervisor

February 21, 2007

Keith was a true professional and a good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife and children and with his brothers and sisters at TPD.

Deputy Sheriff Matt Luettke
Lucas County Sheriff's Office

February 21, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Toledo Police Department and the Dressell family. We will be praying for you.

God Bless

glendale az

February 21, 2007

Detective Dressell, you have served your community and city with honor and dignity, we will carry on from here. To the family of Detective Dressell you all are in our thoughts and prayer. You all are now part of a much larger family that will be there for always. To the men and women of the Toledo Police Department hold your heads high as you all carry on during this difficult time. Stay safe and watch each others backs, and catch this t..d. Rest in Peace...Detective

Detective First Grade Robert F. Jackson
Metropolitan Police Department Washington DC/Homicide Branch

February 21, 2007

You are a hero. I pray for your family during this most difficult time. May they find comfort knowing that you died while protecting the citizens of Toledo.

A Police Officer's Prayer
Lord, I ask for courage --
Courage to face and conquer my own fears...
Courage to take me where others will not go...
I ask for strength --
Strength of body to protect others,
and strength of spirit to lead others...
I ask for dedication --
Dedication to my job, to do it well,
Dedication to my community, to keep it safe...
And please, Lord, through it all, be by my side.

Luke Karczewski
stepbrother of South Bend (IN) Police Cpl Scott Severns *EOW 4-23-06

February 21, 2007