Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My deepest sympathy to the family of this hero. My heart breaks to think of another baby growing up without his father. Your family is in my prayers. May God give you the strength to carry on everyday. I take comfort in the following verse from Psalm.

Psalm 68:5 A Father to the Fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling.

Messena Howze
Wife of Oklahoma City Police Officer

March 17, 2007

Sometimes you get the bad guy and sometimes he
gets you.
The shot that killed you also killed a part of us.
It killed a part of your family, both at work and at home.
It killed your dreams, your hopes, your future.
But it must not kill our determination to make this
world a better place or our will to make a difference.
America's streets must be running red with blood with
all the deaths of leos. Every time I come here to leave
a reflection, I feel like my words get emptier and emptier. I am truly
sorry for your loss...a loss too great
for words.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

March 17, 2007

Those of you who mourn for Justin are not alone. Though we may not live near you we share your pain across the law enforcement community. Another brother to add strength to the line of blue angels above us. Rest in peace sir, you will not be forgotten.

March 17, 2007

Warden Justin Hurst

Go rest in peace, for your job here is done.
May god rest your soul and bless all your loved ones.
Heroes in Life, Not Death

Det Cst Simon Moussa
Ontario Provincial Police

March 17, 2007

While we did not know you, we are truly grateful for your dedication, mourning your death; never forgetting your sacrifice! Not to worry, dear friend, your brothers and sisters in blue will carry on your watch for you ~ may you rest in eternal peace.

Daniel & LaWanda Ross
Citizens/Iowa

March 17, 2007

Lost but never forgotten...

Deputy Sheriff
FCSO, MD

March 17, 2007

R.I.P. Thanks for making the world a better place.

Officer
Columbus Division of Police, Ohio

March 17, 2007

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

WARDEN HURST, 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.

MAY THIS HEROS 4 MONTH OLD SON ALWAYS KNOW THAT HIS DADDY IS A HERO. MAY THE LORD WATCH OVER THIS BEAUTIFUL BABY BOY AS HE GROWS UP WITHOUT HIS DAD. MAY GOD BLESS MRS. HURST AND JUSTINS PARENTS AS THEY COPE WITH THIS TRAGEDY.

JIM SWEENEY CIVILIAN NEW JERSEY
A FRIEND TO ALL PEACE OFFICERS

March 17, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Hurst's family and the entire Texas Park and Wildlife Department. Thank you for your service.

K-9 Officer Scott Oelke
Broken Arrow Police - Oklahoma

March 17, 2007

Warden Hurst, my deepest sympathy to your family. You are a true hero, your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Rest in peace my brother and God Bless.

You are now clear to go 10-7

Sgt.Kenneth Bowman
Washington Township PD (Toledo,Ohio)

March 17, 2007

Thank you, Warden Hurst, for your service to the people of Texas and the United States. Your dedication and efforts are appreciated and will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, Hero.

Janice Brown
Conway, Arkansas
civilian

Janice Brown
civilian

March 17, 2007

Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for your loss. This is a horrible tragedy that should never have happened. On his birthday.... having a wife, and a young child.... all of it. We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our prayers and thoughts. May Justin rest in heavenly peace. He will be watching over you always, from above. God bless you all.

March 17, 2007

To Mrs. Hurst, her infant son, and Game Warden Justin Hurst's parents, I offer my most sincere condolences.

It is always difficult to cope with the loss of a loved one; but it is all the more heartbreaking when a young person with a young family, who needs and depends on him as a husband and father, is called back home much too soon. I am sorry that you have to suffer such a tragedy.

To the parents...I know your grief...we should not have to face the loss of a young adult son in our lifetime. There are no words for that pain...just the knowledge that one day we will all be reunited again.

My prayer is that God will give all of you the graces you will need to sustain you as you face this very sad and difficult time in your lives.

Happy Birthday Warden Hurst, as you were born again, once to loving parents, and now, on that same date to eternal life. God Bless you.

May God's perpetual light shine upon the soul of Game Warden Justin Hurst and may he rest in His eternal peace for having made the ultimate sacrifice in protecting and serving his community.

With my deepest sympathy.

Anita L. Culosi
sister of NYS Tpr. Salvatore J. Embarrato eow 7/6/61

March 17, 2007

My brother, though I not known you, you had our back. We'll stay here and hold the fort in your memory.

Andres Maldonado Sgt. Inv.
Texas Dept. of Public Safety, Narcotics Service

March 17, 2007

Go with God brother my prayers go out to your family.

State Wildlife Officer Chad Gann
Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency

March 17, 2007

Rest in Peace Brother you are a true hero.

Wildlife Officer J. Pearce
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency

March 17, 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*
Here we are again leaving thoughts and prayers to another officer who lost his life in a job that he enjoyed doing and gave his all.
Is the people in America going crazy????????? Every day I come to this memorial in hopes I will not see another officer down. It seems that people don't have any values to human life? I don't understand!!!!!!! We do hope that the words that everyone leaves here will be comforting to the family, loved ones and all who knew Warden Hurst. We will always remember his heroism.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Canon City, Colorado

Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolf
Canon City Internet Radio

March 17, 2007

May God hold your family in His arms and bring them the peace and comfort of knowing they will meet you again in Heaven. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest in peace.

Wife
WV State Trooper

March 17, 2007

I know of no words that will suffice. I would like for the family, friends and co-workers of Game Warden Justin Hurst to know that there are folks all across this nation that will be lifting you up in prayer.
May you each experience the eternal love and endless blessings of our Lord and Savior in the coming days.
I am very sorry for your loss.

Special Ranger Doug Hutchison
Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association

March 17, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Hurst family and your department. God Bless all of you!

Wife of a NYS Trooper

March 17, 2007

Thanks for your bravery and dedication. Rest in peace brother.

Officer Martin Flores and K-9 Tessa
Round Rock Police Department, Tx

March 17, 2007

REST IN PEACE WARDEN HURST, IT STILL FEELS LIKE YOUR HERE WITH US, BUT WE ALL KNOW YOUR RESTING IN A BETTER PLACE. YOUR COURAGE AND DEDICATION MEANS ALOT TO ALL OF US. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. REST IN PEACE OUR BROTHER.

OFFICER ELSABIE
EAGLE LAKE POLICE DEPT, COLORADO COUNTY, TX

March 17, 2007

“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

March 17, 2007

"My Brother"

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.
He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.
He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.
He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.
He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became
frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.
He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he
never wavered.
He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He longed for his family during the long hours.
He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely
weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart.
He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling
and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father.
He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the
people he served.
He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to
be the best he could be.
He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.
He was a cop, he was my Brother.

Rest easy Brother Hurst, we have the watch...



I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.
Isaiah 6:8

Officer
Metropolitan Police Department Washington DC

March 17, 2007

Justin--

May you sleep easy with God, Sir. You will NEVER be forgotten, and we thank you for your Service.

Sr. Trooper Trey Pellizzari
Texas Dept of Public Safety/Commercial Vehicle Enforcement--Rockwall

March 17, 2007