Grand Rapids Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Sunday, July 8, 2007
Reflections for Police Officer Robert Anthony Kozminski
May you rest in eternal peace, in a much better place. Thank you for the job you did. God be with your friends, family and co-workers during this difficult time. We'll all walk the beat again together one day.
Deputy Rick Jameson
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriffs Office
July 13, 2007
Rest in peace Borther Bobby, you are a true Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.
Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73
July 13, 2007
rest in pace brother you will not be forgotten. well take the watch from here.
officer joseph winterer
carlin city police. carlin, nevada
July 13, 2007
You've done well, brother. Rest in peace, know that others have picked up your sword and will carry on. You will be forever honored for your bravery. My thoughts and prayers go to your family, comrades and those who knew you.
Michigan State Police
Newaygo Post
Michigan State Police
July 13, 2007
as i sit here and read all the great things about you i feel as if i know you. tears streaming down our face we know that no one will be able to take your place. here on earth your shift is done but up there your starting another one. you lived your life to the fullest just wanting a better place for the rest of us. you gave your all trying to make a safer place for us all. keep your hands on us all so we can try not to drop the ball. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
Citizen Kalamazoo County
July 13, 2007
Rest in Peace.
The fallen are not forgotten!
Annie, 911 Operator
Calhoun County (MI) Central Dispatch
July 13, 2007
Rest in Peace...
Dennis Raap
Eindhoven Police Departement (the Netherlands)
July 13, 2007
It doesn't take much,
to take someone down.
Just a single bullet, that can bounce around.
A vest or not,
the bullet will find a way.
On any kind of night,
it can take someone away.
The bulletin was heard,
and every officer knew,
the one they called their own
had just left the team in blue.
Everyone knew,
this day could come.
and now everyone is left
feeling helpless and numb.
The killer is in jail,
but how little it eases the pain.
Because a mother and father,
know things will never be the same.
He was one of many
who answered the late night calls,
and now he will be one of many,
who's name is left on Washington walls.
July 13, 2007
WITH THIS OCCURING NOT FAR FROM US, IT HAS REALLY HIT CLOSE TO HOME. WORKING DISPATCH, WE CAN NOT IMAGINE WHAT EVERYONE WITHIN THE FAMILY OF THE SURROUNDING DEPTS AND DISPATCH CENTERS ARE GOING THROUGH. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH OFFICER KOZMINSKI'S FAMILY. WE ARE ALL THINKING OF YOU!
MECEOLA CENTRAL DISPATCH - 911
July 13, 2007
I met you a few times while hanging out with some of my friends that are GRPD officers. You always had a big smile and a great personality. My deepest sympathy to your family, friends and especially your beautiful daughter. Kailey may grow up without her daddy but she will always know that you died a hero. Thank you for your service, dedication, bravery and ultimate sacrifice. You will always be remembered fallen hero! RIP brother.
An Angel In The Sky Must Leave His Place Of Rest,
Gently Tucking His Wings Beneath His Armored Vest.
For Duty Has Called, There Is Much Work To Do
Little Did He Know, This One Is Dressed In Blue.
Arriving On The Scene, He Knows Just What To Say,
"Follow Me, Fallen Brother, I'll Show You The Way."
"Your Duty Has Ended, Your Work Is Now Through."
"Come Hang Your Hat Beside Mine, I'm A Cop, Too."
KT-Former GRCC Police Academy Student
July 13, 2007
On 12 July 2007, the Thunder Bay Ontario Provincial Police "A" platoon dedicated our shift to Police Officer Robert Kozminski. Rest in peace brother. Your sacrafice will never be forgetten.
Sergeant Paul Michtics
Ontario Provincial Police
July 13, 2007
Dear Family,Friends and Co-Workers of Officer Kozminski,
May you find comfort in knowing that others are thinking and praying for you today and the days to follow. I send my deepest sympathy to each of you. My heart is hurting with you, as my son-in-law was taken the same way. I know the shock,void and the pain that will forever be in your heart.
Your loved one will live forever in our hearts as one of our precious Hero's whose life was taken much to soon. Bobby, Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice in trying to protect the city of Grand Rapids, the great state of Michigan and our Country. May you rest in the arms of God. Keep watch over your loved ones you left behind and your brother's and sister's in Blue. With love and prayers, Carolyn
Carolyn Moore
Mother-in-law of Sgt. Jeffrey T. Hewitt EOW 04-04-04 Asheville, N.C.
July 13, 2007
Rest in peace brother, we will keep your family and Department in our prayers.
Deputy
Harris County Sheriff (Houston,Tx)
July 13, 2007
May you rest in peace Bobby. Thank you for your sacrifice. You are a true hero to all. My thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family. As well as your brothers and sisters in blue. God's Speed.
DEPUTY
KENT COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT
July 13, 2007
North 54. 10-42. Thank you.
Dispatch
GRPD
July 12, 2007
"In Valor there is Hope" -Tacitus
A new name will be added in Washington, DC this year.
Thank you for your brave service.
J. Robinson
Wife of a Wyoming MI officer
July 12, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Kozminski family and Grand Rapids Police Dept. as they work through this difficult time. Roberts honor and valor the night he gave the ultimate sacrafice will never be forgotten, nor will the bravery of his comrades. Rest in peace brother.
Deputy Joseph Monger
Ottawa County Sheriff's Dept.
July 12, 2007
ANOTHER HERO HAS PASSED....GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND PARTNERS
PATROL DEPUTY
Brazoria County Sheriff's Dept.
July 12, 2007
Mr. Kozminski,
Your dedication to the job is undescribable. I just buried my best friend today Officer Wes Hardy of Plano Texas. You are so young and haven't even touched a part of your life, but if you are like the rest of us you have touched many hearts. It is a very tedious job but it takes a very special person to do the job with professionalism. God bless you and your family, you will be missed. RC
Rob Crow
Howe FD - Former Police Officer
July 12, 2007
God bless the entire Kozminski family. We will mourn your death and celebrate your life. You will forever be remembered as a shining example of the best of the best. God bless the GRPD.
A GRPD Wife
July 12, 2007
God Bless you and your family. You are a true hero....
Sincerely,
Cpl. J.W. Lowder
Union County Sheriff's Office
Monroe, North Carolina
Cpl. J.W. Lowder
Union County Sheriff's Office , N.C.
July 12, 2007
Rest in Peace brother, we'll see you on the other side.....until then, you will not be forgotten.
Officer Jason Frank
Walker Police
July 12, 2007
To the Kozminski family,
May the happy memories you have in your hearts carry you through these horrible times. Count on those who loved Robert to keep him alive in spirit. I know you'd rather have him here, but heaven isn't too far away.
RIP Officer Kozminski.
Wife of an officer
MI
July 12, 2007
I can not say how sorry I am . . . this is our collective greatest fear, and our greatest sorrow. While I did not know this officer in person, I will honor his life and his sacrafice by never taking one minute of our life as an LEO family for granted.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the department.
~H.H
H. Hansen
Girlfriend
July 12, 2007
my the grace of god be be with you and your family
p/o
phila pd
July 12, 2007
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