Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I'm so very sorry to hear about the loss of Office Tokouka. As your community and family grieve this tragedy, please know that your police family is keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Thank you for your service, Office Tokuoka.

Officer's Wife
Cincinnati, OH

September 1, 2010

Ofc. Tokuoka,
Your courage that day will not be forgotten; I personally thank you for that. From a former Marine to former Marine, you showed extreme courage and bravery during combat, during a time when rounds were being exchanged, a time when most would run the other way - you, my friend, ran into the line of fire. You attempted to rescue a fallen brother. You are a combat warrior and hero, and will be honored as such. You did not think about your personal safety, or your family. Your only concern during these few split seconds were saving your brother in blue. I wish I can be as outstanding officer as you.

Devil Dog -- Rest in Peace, the watch is now ours.

PO
SLMPD, St. Louis, MO

September 1, 2010

I had the honor to have known Mat as a Marine, we served together, 1st LAR BN "HIGHLANDERs" in 2002. I did not need to read the article about Mat to know that he was a man of VALOR, it did not suprise me after reading the article about the shooting: that Mat would leave the safety and comfort of his family to aid a brother in need.
To Mat's family, no words can express the loss you are enduring, knowing Mat's big heart and mighty laugh may they carry through these trying times.

"SEMPER FI"
GySgt Heiselt (retired)

Rest in Peace Brother

Officer
Pomona PD

September 1, 2010

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

September 1, 2010

Semper Fi Marine...

May God Bless you and your family.

STO W.M.Becze #7185
California Highway Patrol/Susanville PD

September 1, 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

September 1, 2010

Rest in peace Brother Matthew, you are a true Hero and will never be fogotten for your service and courage.


Son of G. T. Wortham EWO 7/15/73

Anonymous

September 1, 2010

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

Officer Bob Swope #5609
Olmsted Falls Police Dept.Ohio

September 1, 2010

Officer Tokuoka,

Rest in peace brother.

Detective Dave Howell
Plano,Texas Police Dept-Auto Theft

September 1, 2010

Officer Tokuoka, during your tour of duty you served your state and community with honor and dignity, it is now your time to rest, we will carry on from here. To the family of Officer Tokuoka you all are in our thoughts and prayers. You are now part of a much larger family that will be there when you need them. Matthew you came to the aid of a fallen brother there is no greater honor. To the men and women of the Hoonah Police Department hold your heads high as you all carry on during these difficult times. Semper Fi Devil Dog from an old Navy Frogman

Detective First Grade Robert F. Jackson
Metropolitan Police Department Washington DC/Homicide Branch

September 1, 2010

Officer Matthew Tokuoka our 1199 Inc. families are in shock with this news. You are the true picture of a hero. You went to the aid of your brother in law enforcement and lost your own life while doing so. To think of this happening in front of your family is truly sad beyond belief. Thank you for your amazing dedication and service, and being brave enough to rush to the side of your brother in LE. To your family, friends and fellow LE words can not express the sorrow we feel for all of you. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. May God bring you wonderful memories of Matthew and peace to your hearts.

Sgt. Jeff Caudill
1199 Inc. for fallen officers

September 1, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to the families of these fine officers.
I was absolutely stunned when I read this report! I was there on a cruise less than a year ago and was treated like gold by all members of their department! Being a die-hard patch trader, I hiked the distance to their PD/FD/EMS station. Even though I protested, they insisted that I should take a patch from all three divisions. They were the nicest people I have met in a few short minutes.
I would bet that most people couldn't even fathom a guess as to where Hoonah is on the map. I have all three of their patches proudly posted on my board. They will stay there, with one reminder... There will now be a mourning band displayed on the PD one...
Unfortunately, I could never have dreamed that an incident like this would occur in such a charming small town.
I'm sure this has left the community reeling... God bless you gentlemen... You have already accepted your reward!
Cameron Burke

1stSgt Cameron Burke
College Park (Georgia) Police Department

September 1, 2010

God bless you and your partner. Another tragedy..another loss that can never be filled. Watch out for us from above. Prayers and thoughts to your family, friends and department in this time of unimaginable sorrow.

Deputy Jason Alexander
Crawford County Sheriffs Office, MI

August 31, 2010

RIP brother Matthew.

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

Det D. Bevenour
Gettysburg PD

August 31, 2010

Goodnight, my brother. I grieve for your passing and am honored by the life you led.

Nori Huntsman, Deputy Division Director
Utah Department of Corrections

August 31, 2010

Rest in peace brother...to Officer Matthew Tokuoka I render a final salute.

PO K.J. JONES
North Greenbush, NY PD

August 31, 2010

Officer Tokuoka thank you for your service. May God bless you and your family. Rest in peace. You will not be forgotten!

Lieutenant
Del Rio Police Department (Texas)

August 31, 2010

Always Faithful "Semper Fi" Sir.

Daniel
Proud American

August 31, 2010

Always Faithful "Semper Fi" Sir.

Daniel
Proud American

August 31, 2010

Rest in Peace Brother...

Sgt. R. Gregson
BART police Department, CA.

August 31, 2010

True courage in the face of danger. Rest easy sir.

Trooper
Virginia State Police

August 31, 2010

Rest in Peace Sir..............

Officer Thomas Wiederhold, Retired
Fort Worth Texas PD

August 31, 2010

On behalf of the men and women of the Camillus Police Department, our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Matthew Tokuoka. Rest in Peace Brother, We now have the Watch.

PBA
Town of Camillus Police Department, Central New York

August 31, 2010

Rest in peace my Brother. Thank you for your service.

Deputy S. Yates
Covington County Sheriff Dept. (Mississippi)

August 31, 2010

Officer Matthew Tokuoka's Family, Friends and all the Units that knew him have my Prayers, thoughts and Heartfelt Sympathy. Thank YOU for Your Service.
So very Sorry my Brother. This is so sad. God Bless.

Officer
Kentucky Retired

August 31, 2010