Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

RIP Brother....see you at the Big House

Retired Trooper A.D.Dezso
NCSHP

November 19, 2012

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, Texas

November 19, 2012

Rest in peace . Thoughts and Prayers for family .

Retired
PCSO

November 19, 2012

So sorry for your senseless loss. Deputy Rakes will have many blessings stored up in Heaven for his service. RIP Sir. May God give your family peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Patty Sanderson
daughter of a Deputy Sheriff, Shelby Co. TN

November 19, 2012

Rest in peace sir, and may God allow you to keep watch over us on earth while you patrol your beat in heaven. our prayers go out to the officer, his Department and his family. May they all find peace in their hearts soon.

Ptm. Rami Ghattas
Taylor Auxiliary Police Department

November 19, 2012

rest in peace brother.

Ofc. O. A. Olasokan
NYS University Police at Potsdam

November 19, 2012

God didn’t promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without rain; but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears and light for the way.


Rest in peace.

Michelle, wife of US Marshal

November 19, 2012

As you departed the bonds of this earth and touched the face of God, know that the service and dedication you had for your department, its fellow officers and the citizens of your community will never be forgotten. May God comfort in this time of sorrow your family, your fellow officers and all those whose lives you have touched. You have served your time in hell, now rest comfortably in the arms of God. RIP, we’ll take it from here.

Capt. James W. Moore
Gardner, KS Police Dept.

November 19, 2012

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest in Peace Officer Rakes and may God provide peace and comfort to your family and department.

Police Spouse
Birmingham, Alabama

November 19, 2012

The 50th Basic Detention Officer Training Academy sends our deepest condolences and most sincere condolences to the Family, Friends and Co-workers of Deputy Rakes.

May the memories and good times you shared bring you comfort, and knowing the pride he embraced wearing his uniform.

Respectfully Submitted,
Lt. Alicia S. McKinney and B.D.O.T. Academy 50

Lt. Alicia McKinney
Durham County Sheriff's Office

November 19, 2012

Its terrible to see random crimes like this. I respect and appreciate police officers and everything they do for this great nation. That is why now every officer that falls in the line of duty from here on out I am going to send a written letter with condolences and a prayer for the families and the department/agencies.

Ethan J. Buckman
Civilian (Future Police Officer)

November 19, 2012

Deputy Rakes, You have entered into the presence of God, you have joined all the other heroes who went before you.

To your family:

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray, “Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with loving, caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name, Amen”

I have lifted you and your family to God every morning for 21 months. Feel those prayers. God is with you, He knows and will ease your pain.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

November 18, 2012

Rest in Peace brother. Thank you for your service. Keep watch over those who are still serving. Your shift is over.... Godspeed.

Officer Bill Bertke - retired
CCPD

November 18, 2012

To the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Sheriff, Anthony Rakes. I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one due to violence. The risks in law enforcement are huge and your loved one served bravely. He will be forever honored in our profession. God Bless you at this extremely difficult time.

Sgt. Scott Bodah
Syracuse, New York Police Department

November 18, 2012

Rest In Peace.......seems so easy to write and it makes us, the living, feel good. But I gather no LEO will ever rest in peace under these circumstances. RIP when Anthony is 85 yoa surrounded by family, grand kids, etc, etc, etc. God Bless his family and friends...God already has him!!

Retired LEO
Municipal

November 18, 2012

Rest In Peace....

John Ruth, AEMD Comm. Specialist
MOMR, Farmers Branch, TX

November 18, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with Deputy Rakes' family and his Brothers and Sisters in Blue. Rest in peace.

Deputy Johanna Polo
Monroe County Sheriffs Dept Rochester NY

November 18, 2012

May the peace of Christ help the family, friends, the Department & those who put on a uniform to serve & protect daily. A more senseless death is unfathomable. God bless.

Mother of a Sgt.
Colorado Springs PD

November 17, 2012

For Deputy Sheriff Anthony Rakes:

The law officer on patrol faces countless situations whereby he or she might be seriously injured or killed. It is essential that we attempt to utilize every advantage to avoid the worst of outcomes doing our duty. We regret that Anthony would be the next officer to forfeit his life in the protection of the public. Anthony now stands before us in eternity among the bravest.

We are grateful for the actions of fellow law-officers who responded quickly and were able to capture those responsible for this heinous offense. Cooperation among law officers remains our most certain insurance that cop-killers will be swiftly brought to justice, and it will remain so - forever.

We pray for Anthony's family, friends, co-workers and all who care about him. May they be ready to reach-out to one another in the days ahead.

We are proud to render Deputy Anthony Rakes, a soldier-of-the-law, a final salute.

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

November 17, 2012

"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."
Author Unknown

Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell PD

November 17, 2012

Rest in peace Deputy Rakes and God bless your family and fellow Department members

Men and Women of the
Niagara Falls, NY Police Dept

November 17, 2012

It is hard to loose a good officer. Our department went through this 10 months ago. Our prayers are with Officer Rakes, his family and his fellow officers.

just another cop
Ogden Police Department Utah

November 17, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

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

November 16, 2012

I heard on the news he was shot twice in the torso, Did he not have on a bullet proof vest? I am very sorry for the loss this community and county has suffered as a result of the death of this fine Deputy Sheriff, my condolences to his family and department.

Mark A. Drennen Sr.
Former Corrections Officer HCSO Corydon, In.

November 16, 2012

Such a sad time for marion county...you were one heck of a deputy anthony, one in a million really. And you will be mssed greatly. Prayers to all.

community of lebanon

November 16, 2012