Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

YOUR SACRIFICE ON THAT FATEFUL DAY IS IN STANDING WITH HOW YOU LIVED YOUR LIFE. YOUR PRIDE, SERVICE AND INTEGRITY AS A POLICE OFFICER, HUSBAND, FATHER AND CITIZEN ARE AN EXAMPLE FOR OTHERS TO FOLLOW. YOUR HOMETOWN, FAMILY AND ALL POLICE OFFICERS GRIEVE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. IN ALL THINGS DAVID YOU MADE US PROUD AND WE STAND HERE FOR YOU TODAY IN RECOGNITION OF YOU AS A POLICE OFFICER BUT ALSO AND MORE SO AS A MAN AND HUMAN BEING. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THIS TRAGIC TIME OF GRIEF.

DETECTIVE
TOWN OF HAMBURG NY POLICE DEPT.

May 5, 2007

shield 4531... we love you, we miss you, and god will hold you in the palm of his hand, you are indeed a special person and deserve the title of a hero. although I never got to know you personally, I feel like you changed my life, and the way i respond to every situation that is thrown my way. We need more people like you on this earth, because it is very hard to find a breed like yourself. We as New Yorkers will help protect your wife and your daughter. they love you and miss you, and I personally thank you for your sacrifice to this state. Rest in peace Trooper Brinkerhoff.

citizen
pleasant valley ny

May 4, 2007

You make me so proud of "The Troops"

Former Trooper JP Finnerty
NY State Troopers

May 4, 2007

another warrior taken from us way too soon. god bless you,your wife and child, and the brave men and women of the new york state police.

ret. p.o. #15814
nypd

May 4, 2007

You are a hero in God's eyes and that's all that matters. 10-27 sir

May 3, 2007

On Memory
When you remember me, it means that you
have carried something of who I am with you,
that I have left some mark on who I am on who you are.
It means that you can summon me back to your mind
even though countless years and miles may stand between us.
It means that if we meet again, you will know me,
and hear my voice and speak to me in your heart.
For as long as you remember me, I am never entirely lost.
~Frederick Buechner

Thank you for the committment that you made to keep all of us safe and for serving your community. Rest in Peace.

May 3, 2007

Rest in peace Brother.

TROOPER
NJSP

May 3, 2007

Troop,
Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace. 1*

OIC / Deputy Sheriff
Pitt County Sheriff's Office, NC

May 3, 2007

Godspeed Warrior!

1494

May 3, 2007

Police Officers have the distinct ability to change our lives call by call - day by day. It is an amazing opportunity to single-handedly make our world a better place just by being there. A law enforcement officer can make more difference in one week of work than most of us have the opportunity to make in a year. Rest well Trooper Brinkerhoff, knowing how many lives are better because of the difference you made everyday of your life. All of those people you helped during your NYSP tenure will never forget your involvement in their world, and they will always feel your protective hand watching over them.

May your family & friends find peace and comfort in knowing that all you have done as a Trooper will live on in all of those you have touched. God Bless.

CB
Wife of police officer

May 3, 2007

THOUGH I DID NOT KNOW TROOPER BRINKERHOFF PERSONALLY, I SEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO THOSE WHO DID. REST IN PEACE AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!

Bill
Person Who Visit odmp Web Site

May 3, 2007

As I watched the news last night and saw your brother speaking at your funeral, my heart broke. I so wish no family would ever have to go through this type of pain. My thoughts and prayers go to your family, friends, and co-workers at this difficult time.

Patti Smith
sister of Sgt Michael Johnson, VT State Police, EOW 6/15/03

May 3, 2007

As a fellow Police Officer I felt compelled to attend David's funeral. Along with a very dear friend , who himself is a State Trooper investigator and his partner, we drove the 2 1/2 hours from Long Island to the town of Bethlehem, New York. With great sorrow I have attended a few Police funerals in my 9 year career. What I saw amazed me. This 29 year old hero brought together thousands of Police officers from around the country to grieve and reflect. I hope he is looking down from above knowing that he was and never will be forgotten. My warmest wishes and prayers go ouy to his devoted family and if there is any kind of help me or my fellow officers can provide, we are there. God bless David, his family and all that serve.

Police Officer Frank M. LaMagra
NYPD

May 3, 2007

Thank you for your service. My heart bleeds for your wife and daughter. I pray you are in a good place and able to watch over the people that love you.

JR

May 3, 2007

As members of the Delaware State Police gathered at a memorial service yesterday to remember our own fallen heroes, we took time to honor the ultimate sacrifice made by Tpr. Brinkerhoff. To Tpr. Brinkerhoff's family, friends, and coworkers, please know that his service and dedication will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Tom Carver
Delaware State Police

May 3, 2007

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Trooper Brinkerhoff and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice Trooper Brinkerhoff has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family and friends of Trooper Brinkerhoff, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Trooper Brinkerhoff is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Special Agent
FBI New York City

May 3, 2007

I do not know Officer Brinkerhoff, but my sympathies do go out to his family. I have a son that is in law enforcement and I know the worry - God love them though, they are doing what they love to do, and have definitely helped to make the world a better place. May he rest in peace & his good works never be forgotten.

Sandy Nelson

May 3, 2007

TROOP, REST IN PEACE. I LOST A FRIEND TENNESSEE TROOPER CALVIN JENKS A FEW MONTHS BACK AND HOPE THAT YOUR FAMILY HAS THE SAME SUPPORT THERE AS HIS DID HERE. I PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR DAUGHTER. BABY GIRL YOUR DADDY WAS A TRUE HERO.

Sgt Tim Kennedy
Spring Hill PD Tn

May 3, 2007

Rest in peace brother. God speed.

Trooper 1/C
Maryland State Police

May 3, 2007

today as I watched the funeral procession make it's way down Mansion St, I felt proud to be part of a community that Trooper Brinkerhoff helped to protect. My deepest condolences go out to the family, friends and co-workers of such a fine citizen.

A Coxsackie resident

May 2, 2007

Trooper Brinkerhoff- you are one IN a million and not one OF the millions. I pray that these occurances of violence against police and other citizens cease. May God be with your family and other trooper's & thier families throughout our country.

Abbie
Resident of Margaretville

May 2, 2007

Rest in peace my brother, you were the best of the best and will be greatly missed. We will continue on knowing that our agency has been blessed to have you as a member. Give Joe a hug for us, and know always that you service will never be forgotten by those of us wear the gray bag.

2264

May 2, 2007

REST IN PEACE, BROTHER.

OFC B. GRAJEK

May 2, 2007

THOUGH I DID NOT KNOW TROOPER BRINKERHOFF PERSONALLY, I SEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO THOSE WHO DID. REST IN PEACE.

CPL DET OFC B BURNS
BRYAN COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPT, GA

May 2, 2007

I just wanted to say THANK YOU! Thank you for being willing to protect our community. However, I am very sorry we lost a great young man- I only pray we don't loose more hero's like yourself.

Melissa
Community Member

May 2, 2007