Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you for your service and dedication to our country and community Officer Erik Hite. I was praying for you when I first read you were shot, and I hold you, your family, and the TPD in my thoughts. You gave your life for the community of Tucson, and the great state of Arizona to keep us safer. Thank you for your service, and godspeed brother.

Trent G. Phoenix Citizen
Upcoming Phoenix PD

June 4, 2008

MOURNER'S KADDISH
An English Translation

Glorified and set apart be YHWH's great name throughout the world which He has created according to His will. May He establish His kingdom in your lifetime and during your days, and within the life of the entire House of Israel/ those who overcome with Elohim, speedily and soon; and say, Aw-mein.

May His great name be blessed forever and to all eternity.

Blessed and praised, glorified and exalted, extolled and honored, adored and lauded be the name of the Holy One, blessed be He, beyond all the blessings and hymns, praises and consolations that are ever spoken in the world; and say, Aw-mein.

May there be abundant peace from heaven, and life, for us and for all Israel/ those who overcome with Elohim; and say, Aw-mein.

He who creates peace in His celestial heights, may He create peace for us and for all Israel/ those who overcome with Elohim; and say, Aw-mein. B’Shem Yahushua HaMoshiach/ In the Name of YHWH’s Salvation the Messiah. A-mein.
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The Meaning of Kaddish (Matt. 6)
Having read the translation of the Kaddish Prayer, one should realize that, although Jewish Law requires that the Kaddish be recited during the first eleven months following the death of a loved one by prescribed mourners, and on each anniversary of the death (the "Yahrtzeit"), and by custom in the State of Israel by all Jews on the Tenth of Tevet ("Yom HaKaddish HaKlali'), there is no reference, no word even, about death in the prayer!
The theme of Kaddish is, rather, the Greatness of Elohim, Who conducts the entire universe, and especially his most favored creature, each individual human being, with careful supervision. In this prayer, we also pray for peace - from apparently the only One Who can guarantee it - peace between nations, peace between individuals, and peace of mind.
Paradoxically, this is, in fact, the only true comfort in the case of the loss of a loved one. That is, to be able to view the passing of the beloved individual from the perspective that that person's soul was gathered in, so to speak, by the One Who had provided it in the first place.
As Beruriah, the great wife of Rabbi Meir, consoled her husband, upon the death of their two sons, with words to this effect, "A soul is comparable to an object which was given to us - to each individual, to his or her parents and loved ones, to guard and watch over for a limited time. When the time comes for the object to be returned to its rightful owner, should we not be willing to return it? With regard to our sons, let us therefore consider the matter as 'YHWH gave, and YHWH took back, may the Name of YHWH be Blessed!' "

June 4, 2008

Thank you Ofc. Hite for your dedication and bravery. May you now rest easy and keep watch of all of those who you've touched. The fight goes on, and you're duty is done. We'll take it from here. God Bless.

Dep. Footen
Washington Co. Sheriff's Office

June 4, 2008

Erik you have paid the ultimate price for the community we serve. Your are a true hero and will never be forgotten. Rest in peace brother we will take it from here.

To the Hite family : We thank you for your sacrifice and our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness. We all lost a family member and know that you too are our family and we will be here for you.

Officer R. Hunt
TPD

June 4, 2008

Erik
It was a great privilege to have you as my First Sgt in the 354th Bulldogs. When I retired from the Air force and was accepted by TPD it was great to see you again and to be working with you as a fellow police officer. I looked up to you as a great friend and mentor. You never had a bad word to say about any one. You were always upbeat and so confident in everything you did. We will miss you and you will forever be in our hearts.

Nick and helen

Officer Nick Laughlin
Tucson Police Department

June 4, 2008

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

OFFICER HITE, YOU REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND. IS 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 WTIH YOU. KEEP HIM IN YOUR HEART AND PASS HIS STORY ALONG. MAY GOD BLESS YOU.

JOB WELL DONE, OFFICER HITE. NEVER FORGOTTEN.

Jim Sweeney Civilian New Jersey
A friend to our peace officers

June 4, 2008

OFFICER ERIK HITE,


PEACE BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY----MAY ANGELS LEAD YOU IN----GOD BLESS YOU

AUNT OF TROOPER CRAIG TODESCHINI E/O/W----04/23/06

June 4, 2008

Rest in peace Brother! You served your nation and community well. The Thin Blue Line has gotten a little thinner, Godspeed!

Officer
Mesa PD

June 4, 2008

Erik, my thoughts and prayers go out to you, your family, and the Tucson Police Dept. RIP brother, you'll be missed but never forgotten. The Nunez Family

Deputy B. Nunez
Pima County Sheriff's Dept

June 3, 2008

Erik, I spoke to you Friday morning 05/30/08, and you greeted me with the usually "What's up big guy". We talked about how much you enjoyed being a field trainer, and how happy you were that you had good "rookies" . On Sunday 06/01/08 at 11:22 I got a message that I will never forget. Had I known on Friday that it was the last time I would speak to you I don't know if I would change what was said. It all focused on your desire to help others, and your love for teaching others how to be their best. I can't think of a better way to remember you. When I raced into work on Sunday I found a scene you would have been proud of, every Police Officer or Firefighter I saw was there to help/honor/protect you and your family. You made the ultimate sacrifice protecting others, and for that you are a hero. You once again put yourself between the evil and the good. You dedicated your life to helping those that often couldn't help themselves. You've done more then anyone has asked of you, and now you can rest. We'll take it from here, and your community is forever in your debt.

Ryan Sachs
Tucson Police Dept.

June 3, 2008

To Officer Hite an his family-
We as Tucson's citizens are deeply saddened to see another fine Husband, Father, Best friend, son, and brother taken from everyone. our heart goes out to you all in this time of sorrow. Just know that he watches over each and everyone of you. God be with you all.

Sincerely,
Mary and Loren

mary

June 3, 2008

God Speed brother.We will take over your watch from here.God needed another angel to watch over us down here and sadly enough he chose you to join him. Now you can walk the best streets there is to walk.We know you will be watching over us down here as work the streets of hell.May God be with you and your family during this terrible time.

Patrolman Daniel R. New
Arkoma Police Department...Arkoma,Oklahoma

June 3, 2008

To the family, friends, and fellow officers of Officer Hite i heard of you terrible tradgedy on the news and my heart breaks for all of you. Know during this time you are not alone! Your in my thoughts and prayers. I'm truly sorry for you. Officer Hite may you rest in peace!

Civilian Dispatcher
Toledo Police Department

June 3, 2008

To Officer Hite's Family,
From the bottom of my heart thank you for the sacrifice that you have made and the loss that you have suffered. Erik served his country and community with distinction. I am a new resident of Arizona and proud to know that they my new home is served by dedicated people such as Erik and the other officers who were wounded.

Captain G.K. Noteman
Albemarle County Police VA / USMCR (Ret)

June 3, 2008

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to your family, friends, and entire department. May God comfort them during this difficult time. I know that Angels carried you high into the heavens above. May you rest in Peace, & God Bless!

Police Dispatcher Sara Singleton
Howard County Maryland Police Communications 911 Center

June 3, 2008

To Officer Hite's Family,
From the bottom of my heart thank you for the sacrifice that you have made and the loss that you have suffered. Erik served his country and community with distinction. I am a new resident of Arizona and proud to know that they my new home is served by dedicated people such as Erik and the other officers who were wounded.

Captain G.K. Noteman
Albemarle County Police VA / USMCR (Ret)

June 3, 2008

Erik was a true American hero in every since of the word. He was a good person with a great sense of humor. I will miss his smile. Every so often I would get a email from him I would hear about his adventures in Germany and Honduras but he truly found home in Arizona. I will keep Eric's family in my thoughts and prayers.

Janna ~ I feel blessed to have known him

Janna Schofield-Bargas
Friend from High School

June 3, 2008

Another Officer has fallen Lord. You must
have had a very Speical Reason for needing
him now.
Whice is unknown to us.

Officer Erik Hite, is now standing his watch
your Kindom. He watches and now protect All
of Us,

God Bless you Officer Hite, And Thank You for
all your time of service and God Bless your,
Wife,Children,Parents.Family,Friends, and the
Fellow Officers with the Tucson Police Department,
Arizona. For Allowing you to serve,
Dear Lord take care of him for he is Speical
and you now have another Fine Officer,

Please know I know and feel your pain, God Bless
each of you as I will keep you in my Prayers,

Mother of a Deputy Sheriff.
Maryland.

June 3, 2008

Hite was a model officer of the highest regard. He was my academy mate and a person with true kindness in his heart. I remember on many occasions seeking advise from him and with a smile and true sincerity he would help. I will remember him always. The world lost a great man in service today. We love you Hite

Officer Scott Fischer
Arizona Game and Fish Dept.

June 3, 2008

Officer Hite,
My heart and prayers go out to your family, friends and department, you dedicated your life to defending your country and community, and because of people like you the world is a better place. You were my brother in blue, in both uniforms, and although I never met you, I will never forget you.

Fly straight and high...right to Heavens Gates.

Athens-Clarke Co. PD, Georgia

June 3, 2008

Officer Hite your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May you rest in peace.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee

June 3, 2008

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of P.O. Erik Hite~ you're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you the strength to carry on and help heal your hearts. May you find comfort and support with those around you.
God bless you & rest in peace, Officer Hite.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of a fallen Michigan P.O. eow 2004

June 3, 2008

Erik,
My thoughts and prayer's are with you and your family. May you rest in peace Brother.

Motor Officer James M. Brunt
Meredith Police Dept. NH

June 3, 2008

He was a warrior. 1*

Corporal
Greenville Police Dept

June 3, 2008

I was working Sunday when the initial 998 came out and the pursuit started...after all the ups and downs involved in that fateful day, my heart just sank when I heard of your passing.

May God comfort your family and friends and all those whose lives you touched. Thank you for your dedication and service to the people of Tucson, you will never be forgotten.

Liz Potter
Oro Valley PD, Dispatcher

June 3, 2008