Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thanks for serving... a fellow soldier.

anonymous
anonymous

July 30, 2011

To the Family of Trooper Bowen,
My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. I know our sons have met and that they are in that special place in heaven that is kept for only the best.
Mary Snelson
mom of WV Trooper Brian W. Linn
E O W 11/2/07

Mary Snelson
citizen

July 28, 2011

Trooper Bowen,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but also for our Country as well when you served with the VAANG during OIF and OEF. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

July 19, 2011

Ive known you Adam since A.T. Johnson middle school. I dont remember what classes we had but I do remember you were the most laid back guy in the class. Nothing ever seemed to bother you. You were calm the cool collective type and I know thats how you were as a Trooper. I remember that day I saw you in Walmart and you were getting out the military. I told you I was a Police officer and you told me wanted to be a Trooper. I never had any doubts that you wouldnt become a Trooper because the way you carried yourself. Im glad that you achieved your dream. Adam God has chosen you personally to protect the heavens. He decided he needed someone brave, someone w/ integrity, he needed a true warrior, but most of all he needed a protector. You exemplified all these qualities while you were here this short time on earth. You were handpicked for your loyalty, your dedication, your faithfulness, your courage but most of all because of your selflessness to serve and help others any way that you could. You are promoted from Trooper Adam Bowen to Guardian Angel Adam Bowen. I wont worry while im patrolling the streets because i will always have backup watching from the heavens. You dedicated your life to serving others because you truly cared for people and now I know your dedicated to serving God now. Your sidearm is now a sword, your ballistic vest is now a shield, your cruiser is now your wings, your uniform is the armor of God, your badge is now a halo your beat is now heaven and Im glad that you will be protecting us. R.I.P Trooper Adam Bowen a true friend Unit 1988 Out of Service

Deputy B.A. Hackett
PWCSO

July 15, 2011

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"

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May God be with everyone

Motor Officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, TX

July 15, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of this brave officer. Rest in Peace.

Sheriff Ray Foster
Buchanan County Sheriff's Office

July 14, 2011

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Trooper Adam Bowen and the Virginia State Police during this time. Thank you, Officer Bowen, for your service.

National Police Wives Association
Staff

July 10, 2011

Rest in peace, Trooper Bowen. My deepest sympathies for the friends, family and extended law enforcement family of the Virginia State Police; may you find peace during this terrible time.

Reserve Sgt. L. Brown
Rainier Police Department

July 5, 2011

May God warmly welcome you to Heaven. I pray He blesses and comforts your family and co-workers in this time. Rest in Peace.

"And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." Romans 8:28.

Det. John Creamer
Daytona Beach Police

July 5, 2011

he was a good person. and is always going to be missed. fallen but never forgotten

melisa
cousin

July 4, 2011

Bowen, thank you for your service. You taught me well, you were a shoulder to lean on and you will be greatly missed. I promise to make you proud. RIP Brother

Deputy A. Nowacki
King George Sheriffs Office

July 4, 2011

I met Trooper Bowen a few times during the past three years as he came over to my command on NSWC Dahlgren multiple times to deliver Safety Awareness training to our Sailors. He was passionate about what he did and cared about the service members. I was shocked and saddened to here of your passing. God Bless your family and friends during this difficult time and thank you for your service sir. RIP Trooper Bowen.

FC1(SW)Cortes, Raymond USN
ATRC Dahlgren, VA

July 3, 2011

My wife and I want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with Trooper Bowen's family, friends, co-workers, and agency. Rest In Peace Trooper Bowen, we'll carry on for you.

Sergeant Mike Allen (Retired)
California Highway Patrol

July 2, 2011

Rest in peace. Thank you for your service to our Nation and your Community. My condolences to your family.

Deputy J Celestial
Harris County Sheriff Office, Houston, Tx

July 1, 2011

God Bless you Troop. Thanks for your service

PO B
NYPD

July 1, 2011

I am a mother of a police officer who served his country in the US Army for ten years with 3 tours in Iraq. I know all too well the feeling of never knowing if your son will come home each night because of the career he has chosen. But I also know he lives and breathes the work he does and wouldn't have it any other way. My heart and prayers are with you and your family. Thank you for your service to our country at home and abroad. I am sure that this world is a much better place for having you in. May you rest in peace.

Deena Ballagh
mother of a police officer

July 1, 2011

I am a mother of a police officer who served his country in the US Army for ten years with 3 tours in Iraq. I know all too well the feeling of never knowing if your son will come home each night because of the career he has chosen. But I also know he lives and breathes the work he does and wouldn't have it any other way. My heart and prayers are with you and your family. Thank you for your service to our country at home and abroad. I am sure that this world is a much better place for having you in. May you rest in peace.

Deena Ballagh
mother of a police officer

July 1, 2011

Our condolences to the family, friends, and coworkers of this officer.
Rest in peace brother.....

Officer Brewer-Retired
KPD (Washington State)

July 1, 2011

It is a great loss when a Police Officer gets killed whether in line of duty or any ordeal causing the death. I want to express my thanks for you serving our wonderful state and helping to protect society from the criminal elements.

It is very heart felt to me when a Police Officer gets killed. May God bless you in every way ,and may God be with your parents and financee' during these trying times.

Kenneth F. Wallace
Retired Law Enforcement Officer

Kenneth F. Wallace
Medical Retired Law Enforcement Officer

June 30, 2011

I salute you, Sir, for your bravery, dedication to duty and ultimate sacrifice. You will FOREVER be a hero and will NEVER be forgotten! May God Bless your family, co-workers and friends.

SGT Mark B. Hanna, Retired
Fayetteville, AR PD

June 30, 2011

God bless you, and thanks for your service.

Training Officer C. Walker
Plano Police Department (TX)

June 30, 2011

RIP trooper

Police Officer
DC Metropolitan Police

June 30, 2011

This close community has been shaken by your death. You touched so many peoples lives in such a positive way. I pray for your family that they may feel some confort knowing that you died doing what you loved....Helping this community. You will be greatly missed.

Brittany

June 30, 2011

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Trooper Adam Bowen, and the Virginia State Police. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Trooper Bowen, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

June 30, 2011

May the Heavenly Father bless you in the eternal life and guide your loved ones. As for the VSP, we also wish you well. Thank you for the service you provided this country and your state. God bless!

Tpr. Reinaldo Cruz Jr.
NJSP

June 30, 2011