Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I'm sorry for your loss.

Susie Cross
sister of police officer

October 25, 2007

My thoughts and prayers go out to Deputy Hudgin's two sons, daughter, brother, and three sisters.

Chaplain
White County Sheriff's Department, Arkansas

October 25, 2007

Deputy Hugins , Thanks you brother for serving and rest in peace, watch over the rest of us.

To the family of Depoty Hudgins
You are in my prayers and God bless you, this a terrible time for you and feel as if the pain will not end. Understand you will make it to the other side and you will always miss him. I know since we lost my future son inlaw Joshua Norris this year and know what you are going through. What has helped my family was remmebering his laugh, his smile and the things unique to him. I know he is still near, as is Jerry with your family.

Deputy John Latour
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office

October 25, 2007

Rest in peace brother, your service and sacrafice will not be forgotten!

Patrolman Jeff Tripp
Marion,Ma Police Dept

October 25, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Deputy Hudgins as well as the Coahoma County Sheriff's Department. May you rest in eternal peace our brother.

Detective Mark Techmanski
City of Syracuse, NY Police Department

October 25, 2007

Thank you for your service and dedication. May you rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer
Chattanooga, TN

October 25, 2007

The wound will heal with time but the scar remains forever so he is never forgotten.

Amanda Inzer
Wife of Deputy Alan Inzer EOW 01/25/07

October 24, 2007

It is hard to believe that Wayne is really gone. He was a good friend to many and a good deputy to the citizens of Coahoma County. He was also a good attentive courtroom deputy, where I got to work around him the most. Over the years there have been some tense moments in the courtroom, but I knew that not only Wayne but the other deputies and other law enforcement would handle the situation and keep everyone safe. I have great trust and respect for our Coahoma County deputies. They have all become great co-workers and friends of mine. In or out of the courtroom, I know that I can depend on them, and when Wayne was in the courtroom, I knew that I could depend on him. Wayne will be missed. May God bless his family and fellow deputies. May God bless all of the law enforcement officers who go out and risk their lives everyday to keep us safe. Your service is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your service Wayne. We will miss you at the courthouse.

Jessica
Friend/Co-worker

October 24, 2007

God Bless your family Deputy Hudgins as you Watch Eternally from Heaven. I pray that they remember how you lived your life on earth to make it a better place.

Deputy David Abella's mom EOW 2004
Hillsborough County Florida

October 24, 2007

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Coahoma County Sheriff's Dept. May peace be with you during this tragic time. We grieve with you and know that your Hero will never be forgotten. To Deputy Hudgins' family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

CSPD Wives Association
Colorado Springs Police Department

October 24, 2007

My sincerest sympathy to the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Jerry Hudgins as well as to the Coahoma County Sheriff's Department. Rest in peace Deputy Hudgins, you are gone but will not be forgotten...

Dispatcher Sue Rusch, CTO
Punta Gorda PD, Punta Gorda FL

October 24, 2007

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

October 23, 2007

rest in peace brother

Jamey Beard
Wayne County Sheriffs Dept

October 23, 2007

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Deputy Hudgins 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 Deputy Hudgins has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Deputy Hudgins, 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 Deputy Hudgins 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.

For those who pledge to uphold it, Freedom requires a sacrifice the protected will never know.

Special Agent
FBI New York City

October 23, 2007

GOD Bless you and your family.

Rest In Peace.....

Officer Paladino
Colorado Springs PD

October 23, 2007

Rest In Peace Brother. Your family and friends are in my prayers.

Officer Dwight Rackley
Louisville Metro Police, Louisville, KY

October 23, 2007

Rest in peace my brother in blue. Now you can walk Heaven's beat. Your family, friends, and co-workers with the Coahoma County Sheriff's Department, are in my thoughts and prayers.

God Bless

Sr. Officer D. Johns
City of Sandy Springs Police, Georgia

October 23, 2007

"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.

There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."

Author Unknown

Officer
St. Louis County Police Department

October 23, 2007

My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Dep. Hudgins. Rest in peace, sir.

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

October 23, 2007

to the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Hudgins,

My God carry you through this difficult time of loss. God calls all to serve, but he provides special gifts and talents to those who serve the public. These fellow brothers and sisters have a special calling. Thank you Deputy Hudgins for serving us so well.

"The Lord is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation" Psalm 118:14

Cathy C. Carter
mother of Office Charles J. Callemyn EOW 2/17/2007

cathy callemyn carter

October 23, 2007

On behalf of the 5,200 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Deputy Sheriff Hudgin’s family as well as the members of the Coahoma County Sheriff’s Office. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

October 23, 2007

Deputy Hudgins,
Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. You and your entire family are in our prayers. Rest Easy Brother!

Dep. Paul Sperandeo. Ofc. Amy Sperandeo
Jefferson Parish Sheriffs Office, Gretna Police Dept. La

October 23, 2007

Gods Speed brother.

Sgt. Johns
Flowood Police

October 23, 2007

May the perpetual light shine upon you, SIR....GODSPEED

SR. DEPUTY
PCSO IOWA

October 23, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Hudgins. May God comfort you all.
Another Hero taken too soon. Rest in peace.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

October 22, 2007