Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sergeant Andrew Francis Tingwall

New Mexico State Police, New Mexico

End of Watch Thursday, June 11, 2009

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Reflections for Sergeant Andrew Francis Tingwall

To the Tingwall Family,
For those of us who had the honor of working with Hank we pray for you and ask God for a Father Son reunion in a sacred place. God Bless them

P.O. Michael Stapleton (Retired) NYPD
Tactical Patrol Force

June 11, 2009

Rest in peace....

Patrolman
Pennsylvania

June 11, 2009

My prays are with the family of Sgt Tingwall along with members of the New Mexico State Police. God has called another Warrior home.

Trooper R. Capehart
PA STATE POLICE

June 11, 2009

I have been keeping track of this story and had hoped for a better outcome. I am very sorry to hear of Sgt Tingwall's loss and that of the other victim. May he rest in peace and may his family know that he is a hero to his Brothers and Sisters of the badge.

AZ Narc

June 11, 2009

On behalf of the men and women of the Camillus Police Department, our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and co-workers of Sergeant Andrew (Andy) Tingwall. Rest in Peace Brother, We now have the Watch.

PBA
Town of Camillus Police Department, Central New York

June 11, 2009

Sergeant Tingwall, Andy and Brother Officer,

You were an officer's officer and a gentlemen's gentleman. You always showed respect to no matter who you dealt with and would do if not did anything for any officer needing help. You loved to fly and loved your helicopter. May God let you fly as high as you want.

We love you and will miss you greatly and forever.

Patrolman Sean Healy
Fellow Officer

June 11, 2009

On June 11,2009 you paid the ultimate sacrifice you laid down your life for your fellow man.

Even though we never met we are all brothers, and today
We all mourn for you.
We shed a tear for you
We say a prayer for you
We salute you
We all thank you for being a part of the brother hood

May God bless you and your family and our brothers and
Sisters of the New Mexico State Police

Vince Iello
NYPD Retired

June 11, 2009

God Bless Your Department and Trooper Tingwalls Family.

RIP Brother.

Trooper
PA State Police

June 11, 2009

Sergeant Tingwall is a true hero...Rest in peace.

PTL M.L.Jeffers
Paris Police Department

June 11, 2009

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

June 11, 2009

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND ULTIMATE SACRIFICE AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE!!!!!!!!!!!!

DISPATCHER GRETA M HUFF
KY STATE POLICE POST 13 HAZARD

June 11, 2009

WE WISH YOUR FAMILY THE BEST AND SEND OUR PRAYERS. YOU ARE A BRAVE INDIVIDUAL AND ALTHOUGH I ONLY MET YOU FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS IN RECRUIT SCHOOL YOU LEFT A LASTING IMPRESSION ON ME. YOU ARE AN INSPIRATION TO EVERYONE FOR YOUR BRAVERY AND STRENGTH AND YOU WILL BE MISSED.

RICKY GUTIERREZ
CITIZEN

June 11, 2009

Strange coincidence - I was uploading a N.M.S.P. photograph that I took back in 1982, when I read that sad news regarding Sergeant Tingwall.

May He Rest - In - Peace.

Michael B. Parlor

June 11, 2009

What an extremely brave and unselfish officer. Even in his dying moments, his thoughts were of saving another human being.

You will never be forgotten by your Police Brothers and Sisters. Thank you for your service to your country and to your community. Rest in peace Brother.

I AM A WARRIOR — by Jon F. Hooper
I stand with God. I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary.
I fight for those who can’t. I fight for Justice.
I fight for the oppressed and the downtrodden.
And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, for I serve to protect the innocent.
It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries.
Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee.
Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor.
Cry not at my passing, for it was my honor to fight for you.
Shed not tears of sorrow, but tears of joy:
For now, I stand with God!

Blessed are the peacekeepers

D/C Colin Davies #6745 (Ret)
Toronto Police Service Canada

June 11, 2009

It is with a broken heart that we mourn the passing of one of New Mexico State policeman, Sergeant Andrew (Andy) Tingwall who passsed from us on Thursday, June 11, 2oo9 Andy's dedication and duty to those whom he swore to protect and defend was extended to a victim of this horrific plane crash ending his life as forgo his own safety to free a victim of this crash. God speed dear Bro and you will be remembered by the life you lived and to th fullest always committed to the call of duty first. Bless and many God bring comfort to you family and friends for because of you another life goes on. Thank you for you extra ordinary effort on behalf of another and we will miss you sourely, but knowing you are at peace and with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. "It is well with my soul." Until we meet again on that day, we will carry on your Watch with honor knowing who we remember. God bless all.

Margaret Hood
Citizens Watch

June 11, 2009

Sgt. Tingwall gave his live helping save another. Police run in when others run out. It is not how these officers died that made them a hero it is how they lived. May God bless the family and co-workers

Sgt. Don Hodges
Anderson PD

June 11, 2009

My deepest and sincerest sympathies to the Tingwall family and the NMSP family. Sgt. Tingwall was an exceptional and devoted State Police Officer. I know his brother who is also a devoted NMSP Officer. Our hearts are saddened for the loss of such a great officer that was doing the job that he loved. Our memories will keep him stong in our hearts.

Ret. Sgt. Doug Hall
NMSP

June 11, 2009

Rest in Peace my Brother, God Bless you, your family and your Dept.

OFFICER BOB SWOPE #5609
OLMSTED FALLS POLICE DEPT.OHIO

June 11, 2009

Our hearts are saddened in the police and Airborne Law Enforcement community. May God be with all of you during this very difficult time. We are praying for your family and friends.

Martin L. Jackson, Lieutenant
Texas Department of Public Safety - Aircraft

June 11, 2009

Brother I will always remember your booming voice waking us up in the morning at the acadamy. You are a true inspiration and example of what we all want to be as State Police Officers. God be with Leane and the girls in this difficult time. You were loved and will be greatly missed by all. Thank you, and keep your eye on us from above. RIP Brother

Sr Patrolman Brett Jensen
New Mexico State Police

June 11, 2009

God Bless you and your family, Sgt. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Sgt
New York State Police

June 11, 2009

God greeted you with His best of greetings "Well done true and faithful servant, your professionalism, your honor and your love have brought You to this kingdom of saints." Brother your new home in His kingdom is indeed a kingdom of saints. Know you are among all our brothers and sisters who have also given the ultimate in service to Gods children here on earth. Know also you will never be forgotten by your brothers and sisters left behind and your courage and integrity on the job will stand as a testimony to your great skills and big heart. They will also care for your family during this time of greif. In Christ.

Tom Bradley, Retired
Phoenix AZ PD, AZ State Chap. FOP

June 11, 2009

So sorry to hear of this sad news. Just know he is in GODS hands now.

Deputy Leisa Ballard
St Helena Sheriff Office Louisiana

June 11, 2009

Sgt. Tingwall Rest in Peace.

C.O. Stephen D. Celestino
Westchester County Dept. of Correction, NY

June 11, 2009

Sgt. Tingwall you selflessly gave your life in an attempt to save another. You truly represent the search and rescue motto "so that others may live." Thank you for your service to your fellow man.

To Sgt. Tingwall's family and the NMSP family our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Sgt. Aaron Dick
Coconino County Sheriff's Office

June 11, 2009

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