Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Merry Christmas Brian. I miss you so much. I love you.

Melissa
Brian's wife

December 24, 2008

Just wanted to tell you I love you. We miss you so very much. I hate that you won't be with us during the holidays again, but I know you are watching from Heaven and smiling right along with us =) I talked to Chandler a few days ago and he and Melanie and baby Chase are doing great. I hope with all of my heart you are up there with Joe and James having the time of your life. I miss you babe. Love you forever and always =)

Melissa Linn
Brian's wife

November 19, 2008

Hi Brian

I hope by now you have met my son, Wayne Bland who was one of your trooper brothers, and have become friends in heaven. I have been in contact with your mom and dad a few times and must call them soon. Thank you for being a good and faithful trooper and I know God is blessing you as he is my son.

Love
Peg Bland
Trooper Bland's Mom

Anonymous

November 14, 2008

This morning my son made sure he brought it to my attention that it has been a year. I was talking to Sonny about that day trying to cross George Street. Today I went over to the main office and it seemed liked I just crossed with no issues. Thanks for that. God bless and know that you will always be remembered.

Teresa Tritelli
Jefferson County PA Office

November 3, 2008

Just wanted to let you know that you aren't forgotten today! I heard lots of people talking about you and sharing funny stories about you. Rest in peace and watch over everyone.

Anonymous

November 3, 2008

It’s been a year, and yet it seems like yesterday you were still with us. There will always be a hole in my heart with a lot of memories that come to me often. You are in a better place now, yet I still miss the all the good times we had together. I miss you brother.

Aaron Linn
Brother

November 3, 2008

365 days. unbelievable. i think i cried more last night and this morning than i did last year. i miss you and i love you.

melissa
brian's wife

November 3, 2008

took the girls trick or treating this evening. it was fun because madeline was running to each house and was so excited, as was paige, but i can't help but be sad because i know this was the last thing we did together with the girls before you died. it's been a very hard week and i don't know how i'm going to get through this weekend. i wish you were still here. i love you.

melissa
brian's wife

October 30, 2008

Well tomorrow is Madeline's 3rd birthday. I wish you were here with us to celebrate. She misses you so much. She always says "Daddy work" because she thinks you are at work. It breaks my heart. I will ALWAYS make sure she knows how much you loved her. You know that. Can't believe she will be 3! She is talking so much more now and she is so funny! She looks more like you every single day. I told her yesterday that when she is a senior in high school she has to go to Paris haha. I'm going to the field on the 2nd just to sit there and be where you last were. You know it always makes me feel better. God I miss you. You are always with me. I love you.

Melissa
Brian's wife

October 24, 2008

Trooper Linn,
You are never forgotten. Tried crossing that street again today and Sonny told me I was going to get a ticket for jay walking. I laughed and said that the cars were stopping for the trooper. He told me I was losing it and I said no I am not losing it. Some people will never get it. It has been a little easier crossing George Street. My family continues to keep you and your family in our prayers.

Teresa T
co worker

October 3, 2008

11 months today... still can't believe it. Everybody tells me time will heal this pain, but I don't think there's any amount of time that will ever take away the pain I have. I miss you so much I will never have the words to express it. I have been having dreams about you and my God I just wish I could see you one more time. I miss your voice. How am I ever going to live without you for the rest of my life? I love you more than anything in this world. I pray that you know that. It's going to be so hard to celebrate Madeline's birthday this month without you here with us. She misses you. We all miss you. I love you Brian.

Melissa Linn
Brian's wife

October 2, 2008

i miss you so much Brian, just to hear your phone call one more time so you could ask me what you should eat for lunch would be great. i wish you were here buddy. i love ya

marty linn
brother

September 10, 2008

You have not been forgotten nor will that ever happen for you are a true hero and heroes never die. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones. Wrap your wings around them and protect them from harm. All of those close to you carry your memory in their hearts.

Poem by Richrd Fife:

"No person is ever truly alone.
Those who live no more,
Whom we loved,
Echo still within our thoughts,
Our words, our hearts.
And what they did,
And who they were,
Becomes a part of all that we are,
Forever."

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

September 9, 2008

Thank You for your service Trooper, may God watch over your family.

Trooper
Virginia State Police

September 4, 2008

Yes, I know it was 10 months yesterday. I didn't cross over on George Street at all that day.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Teresa
jc pa office

September 3, 2008

Today I was crossing over George Street to go to our main office and the cars were being rude as usual. I just stand there looking both ways and this car stops and lets me cross. As I crossed the street and got on the sidewalk I was walking to my building I looked in front of me at the State Police car right there and on the back of the vehicle was the magnet that so many of us have and the date. I bursted out laughing and I said,"HaHa Trooper Linn." I think Dave the bailiff wasn't sure what to think of me laughing. I told him it was an inside joke. Thanks for helping me make it across that street.

Teresa Tritell
JC PA Office

September 3, 2008

10 months ago today was the last time I saw and talked to you. I love you so very much and miss you with every breath I take. Take care of Carly for Jean Ann and Denny now ok? I hope you are always smiling and happy. I miss your smile so much it hurts. I love you.

Melissa Linn
Brian's wife

September 2, 2008

Trooper Linn,
I wanted to tell you that I got my dl. I remember when I was driving with my mom and I got pulled over and you gave me that look and asked me, "son, do you know why I pulled you over?" And I said,"No, actually, I don't!" You told me I was a little over the yellow line. Then gave me a lecture for a few minutes and told me I needed to line that car up between the lines. You wished me luck with learning to drive. I promise to always drive safe and never speed.
Thanks......

mike jacobs
a teenage

August 14, 2008

Trooper Linn,
I have no words that can express my sadness every time i see another officer who has lost their life serving and protecting the citizens in their area. When I put on the uniform I often think about you, and our other brothers who have made the ultimate sacrifice, and I do my very best to honor you and the others. I know you all are looking down on us and have our backs out there. Rest easy brother, and continue to enjoy your new assignment.

To Melissa,
While reading the reflections you and others have posted about Brian, I know that he was a guy that everybody loved and respected. I know there is nothing that can bring your husband back to you, just know that you are never alone, Brian will always be there with you watching you, and wathcing his daughters grow. I know he is proud of you for never giving up. When it gets hard know that Police Officers never give up on their own, and Brians fellow brothers and sisters will always be their to give you strength and give you comfort. I wish their was more I could do to help you and your family, however I will keep you and your family in my prayers, and will continue honor your husband every time I wear the uniform.

Officer Jimmy Lee
Genoa Police Department

August 6, 2008

It's been 9 months today. Can't believe it's almost been a year since I last saw you. I miss you. Paige got a Wii for her birthday. She went and bought the Simpsons game with some of her b-day money because she said it was a special "thing" with you and her to watch the Simpsons together. It was sweet. I love you so much and I hope you know I am ok and trying to get through the best I know how right now. I just wish you were here. I love you.

Melissa
Brian's wife

August 3, 2008

Happy 2nd Anniversary Brian. I love you and I miss you more than words can say.

Melissa
Brian's wife

July 18, 2008

Me and the girls miss you... I can't believe it's been 7 months today. I wish you were still here with us. I don't know what to do anymore without you. I love you.

Melissa
Brian's wife

June 2, 2008

Brian,
I am so proud of all that you accomplished in your short life.
I miss you.
Love,
Mom

Mary Snelson
Mom

May 22, 2008

6 months ago today my life changed forever. I miss you. I love you so much. I hope you're ok where you are. I love you.

Melissa
Brian's wife

May 3, 2008

Brian,
I think of you all day, every day. You are greatly missed and loved by all who knew you. Rest in peace.
Mom

Mary Snelson
Mother

April 23, 2008