Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Please keep the retired Nassau County Lt in your thoughts. This had to be the worst day of his life and something that will never get any easier for him to live with.

Deputy Steven L. Hatchett
MD State Fire Marshal - Bomb Squad

January 5, 2012

A Policeman's work is never done. The call to duty can be without warning. This was the case. He gave his life bravely in the service of mankind. May he rest comfortably in the arms of the Lord, and there sleep until we are reunited with him.

Deputy Chief Dan Gabehart
Bexar County Sheriff's Office, San Antonio, TX

January 5, 2012

rest in peace

RET P/O BK North
NYPD

January 5, 2012

Thankyou for your service, you are a hero for us all to look up too. You will never be forgotten. God bless your family during these tragic times.

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA

January 4, 2012

I knew John while at ATF. He was a gentleman and a fine agent. God bless him and his family.

John Pitta RAC
Atf

January 4, 2012

So sorry for your loss.

Sgt.Jim Fletcher
Dept. of Corrections

January 4, 2012

Agent Capuano stood between citizens and danger like a lion. I bow my head in humble gratitude. We can never forget what you did for us.

grateful citizen

January 4, 2012

I went to High School with John's brother Jimmy, and, in fact were Cub Scouts together! I have never know a family that showed as much compassion, honesty and Community Service as the Capanos

My heart goes out to the entire family and the sorrow they have endured, especially over the last few weeks.

Eric Budowsky
An old friend of Johns brother

January 4, 2012

On behalf of the 6,048 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Special Agent Capano’s family as well as the members of the USDOJ. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

January 4, 2012

What a tragedy! - bravely fought agent Capano - RIP

Robina Browne, Hawaii
Mother to Dep. Sheriff D Browne Sanchez - EOW 2/10/2011

January 4, 2012

My Condolences to Agent Capano's family and to ATF.

Ptl Michael Giannetti
US Department of Veteran affairs Police

January 3, 2012

Brother Capano - Thank you for your tireless service to your fellow brothers and sisters. We are never really "Off-duty. May God Bless, keep and comfort your wife, children, father and siblings. May God also comfort and heal our fellow retired brother. Rest in peace, we proudly will take your watch Sir. May our LORD also surround your fellow brothers and sisters with a hedge of protection.

Officer Roy L. Shriver
North Enid Police Department, North Enid, Ok.

January 3, 2012

I am deeply sadden to learn of Agent's Capano's demise. I release prayers of love, comfort & peace to the Capano family.

Retired Special Agent Sierra Donaven
ATF

January 3, 2012

Thank you for your service! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

Bryce Stevenson
Son of Fallen Ceres Police Sergeant Howard Stevenson, 010905

January 3, 2012

RIP Brother

Deputy Anita Price
Bexar County Sheriff's Office, San Antonio, Texas

January 3, 2012

My thoughts go out to the friends, family, and extended law enforcement family of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. I am so very sorry for your loss. Rest in peace, Special Agent Capano.

Reserve Sgt. L. Brown
Rainier Police Department

January 3, 2012

May you rest in peace brother. My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.

Lt . Ruben Castro
NYPD 30th Pct Det Squad

January 3, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to Agent Capano's family. I worked with Agent Capano over the years and found him to be a dedicated Law Enforcement officer and also a very caring human being. He will be greatly missed.

Donna Mackey
U.S. Pretrial Services Officer, EDNY

January 3, 2012

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."

LEO
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

January 3, 2012

Agent Capano, you took decisive action and acted with honor where many of lesser character would not. Your dedication and selflessness is an example for all to follow. God bless you and your family.

Police Officer D. MacNeill
Baltimore City PD

January 3, 2012

Rest in peace, SSA Capano. Your service, dedication, and sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Linda Lamm - LEO wife and sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11.05.04

January 3, 2012

What a horrible event this was. My prayers are with those officers involved as well as their families. May you Rest in Peace.

Sergeant
Winter Garden PD

January 3, 2012

RIP John. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. All of ATF grieves this great loss. You are a true hero that will never be forgotten. It was a pleasure to know you. You took pride in your job and loved it. Thank you for your bravery and for putting yourself in between the criminals and the innocent on a daily basis. Even on December 31st you jumped in and did the right thing, even when you didn't have to. This was no surprise to anyone who knew you. God Bless you and your family.

AF
ATF

January 3, 2012

Rest in peace John. We'll miss you.

ATF NY

January 3, 2012

Rest in peace John. You left us way too soon. May God watch over your family during this tragic time--and always.

Special Agent
ATF Miami

January 3, 2012