Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Sheriff Kenneth James Collier

San Diego County Sheriff's Department, California

End of Watch Sunday, February 28, 2010

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Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Kenneth James Collier

Deputy Collier, you will not be forgotten! R.I.P.

Deputy Sheriff
Livingston County (Il) Sheriff's Ofc.

March 3, 2010

Ken, I used to see you everyday when I owned Active Legal Service and when I went to court. You were very kind, like your friends say, you were a gentle giant. You will be missed sincerely. Thank you for your service and kindness. To your fiance, family and friends my deepest sympathy. Rest In Peace 10-42.

Patrol Officer Mike Medrano
Marine Corps Police MCAS Miramar

March 3, 2010

I only knew him as Kenny but I enjoyed chatting with him while I waited for Judge Brown to review a warrant or handle a matter brought before him. Kenny's demeanor was pleasant, quick with a smile, but left no doubt he was in control. I missed seeing him in the courthouse but he really looked forward to working the streets. Now I will miss him forever and that saddens me. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Collier family and to Ken's fiancé.

DA Investigator Skip Stephenson
San Diego DA's Office

March 3, 2010

God bless you, your family and the men and women of the San Diego County Sheriff dept. Rest in peace. You will not be forgotten...

Officer Borghesani
San Francisco Police Dept

March 3, 2010

We have lost another good officer, may GOD Bless you and your family and fiance. Your lose is our lose.

J. Tate CSCII
City Attorneys' Office

March 3, 2010

REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF E.J. MORRIS
RANDOLPH MO P.D.

March 3, 2010

Ken was dedicated to his profession and always willing to help those in need. He would want us to stay strong and remember that his is now at peace. He will never be forgotten.

Cpl C. Martinez
SDSO

March 3, 2010

May you now rest in peace knowing that you watch is over!!

Juan F. Sufuentes
Atwater Police Dept.,CA

March 2, 2010

RIP Brother...

Ptlm. M. Thomas
Foster Twp. Police (PA)

March 2, 2010

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

March 2, 2010

Thank you for your service. God bless you and your family.

Officer
Georgia

March 2, 2010

I am deeply sorry for your loss; words can't possibly convey the sentiment felt by our family.

May God bless your family and keep you close to his side.

Always and forever!

Anonymous

March 2, 2010

Ken, I remember when I first met you 12 years ago when I started with the SD Marshal's Dept. You were one of the first to take me under your wing and we became friends. I will miss you dearly...you will be in my heart forever and not forgotten. May your family and friends take comfort in the fact that you are now watching over them and are their protector. You loved what you did and you made a difference in this world...I will never forget you. May God be with those who are mourning your loss.

Cindy Burroughs
San Diego District Attorney

March 2, 2010

Rest in Peace

Patrolman Jeff Tripp
Marion,Ma police Dept

March 2, 2010

I knew Deputy Collier when I appeared in the courtroom in which he worked several years back. I will always remember him as a kind, fair-minded, genuine person who was fun to laugh with. He was a good person to all. His passing is a loss to the entire San Diego community. Rest in peace. I am so sorry for the pain his fiance and family are experiencing.

Anonymous

March 2, 2010

May God Bless your Family and the members of the San Diego Sheriff's Department.

Gone But Never Forgotten...

Sgt. Sherman W.Lee
SFPD-Bayview Station Third Watch

March 2, 2010

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.

Deputy J.D.Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriff's Office

March 2, 2010

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

March 2, 2010

May God lay his healing hand upon the family and friends of Deputy Collier and may they know he will never be forgotten. Thank you Deputy Collier for your dedicated service to the people of California and the United States.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 2, 2010

Ken was a gentle giant - always honorable, kind, and trustworthy. Ken loved his job, and was always upbeat with a great sense of humor. He had the unique ability to be strong and swift when needed at work, but tender and giving with loved ones and friends. We need more men like him in uniform, and in the world in general. My heart goes out to Karen, my colleague and friend, whom he loved more than anything.

Teresa Fout
former Deputy City Attorney

March 2, 2010

RIP brother Ken.

May God bless and grant mercy to your family, co-workers and friends at this very difficult time.

Ptlm D. Bevenour
Gettysburg PD

March 2, 2010

REST IN PEACE.

INVESTIGATOR BOB CAMERON
CLEVELAND HTS PD (OHIO)

March 2, 2010

Deputy Collier,

Thank you for your dedication. Please watch over the rest of us that keep the peace. God bless you.

Sincerely,

Brown Field CA USBP

SBPA
Brown Field USBP

March 2, 2010

REST IN PEACE"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."

Anonymous

March 2, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

K-9 Officer Tom Summ erville Jr
Eutaw Police Department

March 1, 2010

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