Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Our condolences to his family.

Retired Deputy Calvin Wiggins

October 26, 2009

Rest in peace!

Patrolman Jeff Tripp
Marion,Ma Police Dept

October 26, 2009

For Reserve Deputy Mike Wilken:

The reserve force of any law enforcement agency is an essential element that complements our total effort to keep law and order. Reserve deputies share the risks of our duty.

Mike was a dedicated individual who served his community. It is with regret that we learn that, in the course of his duty, he was struck down by a motorist. Mike's sacrifice is most heroic and indeed most honorable.

We pray for Mike's family, friends, co-workers and all who care about him. We hope hope that each of these people may easily recall Mike's positive impression on their lives above all else.

As a retired state trooper and a retired deputy sheriff of Lake Co.(FL), I am proud to render Reserve Deputy Mike Wilken a final salute.

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennylvania State Police

October 26, 2009

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

OFFICER BOB SWOPE #5609
OLMSTED FALLS POLICE DEPT.OHIO

October 26, 2009

Rest in peace brother, your sacrifice will never be forgotten.......

Detective Edward Carlile
Northfield PD (OH)

October 26, 2009

rest in peace big Mike

Anonymous

October 26, 2009

To Officer Mike Wilken, to all family members and friends who call him beloved, and to his law enforcement family:

I was sorry to learn of Mike's death and extend my sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you have suffered. Words are insufficient to describe the sadness I feel for the Wilken family. May you find comfort in your faith and the support of the law enforcement community.

There are many police survivors who share this same journey with you, and that community will be there to support you. Mike's memory will be forever honored and revered.

I saw some of the news coverage of this incident and everyone interviewed said that Mike was such a great friend who volunteered so much of his time to his community. The most common description was of great big
teddy bear. Mike has left a legacy of caring.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Mike gave to his community and the citizens of Minnesota and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made October 25, 2009.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD, eow 4/24/05

Anonymous

October 26, 2009

God bless Deputy Wilken and his family. He is a hero and a perfect example of selfless sacrifice.

Anonymous

October 26, 2009

Rest In Peace. SALUTE!

PO ADAMS
NYPD 46 PCT

October 26, 2009

RIP Reserve Mike Wilken thank you for your service and sacrifice for our community. To the Wilken family sorry about your loss!

Justin, Reserve Cadet
SPPD

October 26, 2009

It takes a special person to volunteer to be a reserve, sometimes without compensation, to put yourself in the line of fire and be a hero to those he serves. Well done Deputy Wilken. Rest easy now, we'll take it from here.

P.O Dean R. Alexander #218
St Charles PD

October 26, 2009

Thank you for your service to your community. RIP

Reserve LT. G. Hoberg
Jacksonville, FL Sheriff's Office

October 26, 2009

I am sorry for all of you and your loss - prayers to you.

911 Dispatcher
Michigan

October 26, 2009

Your heart of service to our brothers and sisters in law enforcement is well noted and will not be forgotten. The countless hours of protecting and serving God's children in your community out of the love in your heart will stand as a guide post for future volunteers in law enforcement around tghis nation. In your new assignment know that you are now partnered with all our heroic and brave men and women who have also given thier all in our service. God bless, Rest in peace. In Christ.

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

October 26, 2009

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

October 26, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Deputy Wilken today and always... Rest in Peace Sir!

Joyce
Sister of OFC. John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994

October 26, 2009

RIP brother Mike.

May God bless and be with your family, co-workers and friends at this very difficult time.

Ptlm D. Bevenour
Gettysburg PD

October 26, 2009

May God's Peace and Love surround his whole family...He patrols a beat in Heaven now! My heart, thoughts and prayers are with the family! Blessings!

Tanya Miller Blake
Wife of F. David Blake, Deputy #128 Burnet Co...EOW10-03-2009

October 26, 2009

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Reserve Deputy Wilken. Another Hero taken too soon. May God comfort you and your Family.
You will never be forgotten. God Speed and God Bless. Rest in Peace Sir.


May the children of Reserve Deputy Wilken, know that their Dad is a HERO who we will not forget and will forever be in his debt for all he has done for us. Reserve Deputy Wilken. Thank You sir for your service and protection to us all, may you rest in Peace. God bless you and your family.

VIPS Jeff Claybern 750
Alexandria Kentucky Police Department

October 26, 2009

Thank you for your courage and service. God Bless and Godspeed. May you arrive in Heaven on the wings of Angels.

Lisa
GEORGIA CIVILIAN

October 26, 2009

I know of no words that will suffice. No words that are adequate. I would like for the family, friends and co-workers of Reserve Deputy Mike Wilken to know there are folks all across this country that will lift you up in prayer before the Almighty.
May you each experience the eternal love and endless blessings of our Lord and Savior in the coming days.
I am very sorry for your loss.

Special Ranger Doug Hutchison
Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association

October 26, 2009

Deputy Wilken thank you for your willingness to serve your fellowman. God bless you and your loved ones. Rest in peace.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables

October 26, 2009

His Judgment Day:
The officer stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shinning, Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek To my church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I aint, 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 tough.
But I never took a penny That wasn't mine to keep.. Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got 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 an unmanly tear.
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 often trod. As the officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Officer. You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell"

Author unknown

May God be with everyone

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, TX.

October 26, 2009

RIP Officer Wilken, you and your family are in my families thoughts and prayers.

Officer
St. Paul Police

October 26, 2009

Chief Strzelecki and the entire Niles Police Department extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Reserve Deputy Wilken. Godspeed.

Niles, Illinois Police Department

October 26, 2009