Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I knew this man well on Alaska State Troopers show on National Geographic. He was known as a great family man who loved his family but also called the people of Alaska his family too. I can't believe he's gone and right now I'm shedding tears for him and Scott Johnson for he too is remembered well on the show as a man who cared about the people of Alaska and it's many visitors. God bless them both.

Alice Bryner
A friend of all Police Officers

May 1, 2015

Rest In Peace, Trooper Rich.. You will never be forgotten..

Officer Nathaniel Palacios
Gallaudet University Department of Public Safety

May 1, 2015

A Hero in Heaven, always remembered and never forgotten.

Kim Weigand Mom of Sgt. Mike Weigand
PA C.O.P.S.

May 1, 2015

Just to let you know, we miss you every day troopers! Even though i only know you from seeing the shows, i feel like your my family. Missing you forever! Rest in Peace troopers!

colleen Frankson

April 14, 2015

Rest in Peace sir. God bless you and your family.

Susie Worden

April 8, 2015

you were so awesome to do the job you did may your memory live on forever and inspire others!.....

Spunska
a admirer

March 14, 2015

Thanx for giving the best sacrifice a person could ever give...... dieing to protect his country! May you rest in peace!

Trucker
a friend

February 28, 2015

you guys did a hard job..... you gave your life to keep your country safe! may you rest in peace

Caddy Mae
southwest rcmp 56421

February 26, 2015

You gave the ultimate sacrifice....but are not forgotten

Dispatcher Michael Domanski
Columbia County Dept of Public Safety **PA**

February 19, 2015

My heart and prayers goes out to your family and friends. May they find peace and understanding. My family and I didn't know you personally but we met you from the show Alaska State Troopers. We have much love and respect for all officers. We love that this show really shows the strength, courage, and heart every officer does on day to day. Trooper Rich, Trooper S. Johnson, and Trooper T.Toll you are missed deeply. Long live your spirit and protect your brothers in arms from heaven....

Avalos-Cariaso Family from Texas
Civilian Supporter

December 29, 2014

Rest in Peace Officer Rich.
I hope justice is served against the guy who shot you.

Keri Lynn

December 27, 2014

Thinking about you today Gabe. Its been a tough week. Some days are better than others. We miss you Man, we miss you brother.

AST
AST

October 26, 2014

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice, it will never be forgotten. May God keep your family in His arms.

Special Agent #8268
US Homeland Security Investigations, Phoenix, AZ

September 6, 2014

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Trooper Gabriel Rich and the Alaska State Troopers during this time. Thank you, Trooper Rich, for your service.

National Police Wives Association
Staff

June 2, 2014

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Every time I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the officer they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Trooper Rich, especially to his fiancee. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. (The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. I can also be found on Face Book.) You will be in my thoughts & prayers.

From reading the reflections left for Gabriel, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Gabriel's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Gabriel's life was about so much more than the way he died. Gabriel will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Trooper Rich, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been eleven years and he's still very much missed and forever loved.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancée of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

June 1, 2014

Very sorry for your loss AST. As a supporter and fan of your show, it was very sad to here of your loss...all too soon on the heels of Trooper Toll and Mel Nading.

Thank you for your service. RIP.

Josh J.
Civilian Supporter

May 29, 2014

Rest in eternal peace, Trooper Rich, for we have the watch now. Your family and your brothers and sisters in uniform, our brothers and sisters, too, are in our thoughts and prayers. May they find comfort in remembrances of your dedication and service.

Deputy Warden Patricia Powerrs
Philadelphia Prison System

May 23, 2014

I saw you on Alaska State Troopers. RIP.My the Lord take you in his arms

Retired Correction Officer
CCA

May 21, 2014

Thank you Trooper Rich for your service! Also Our thoughts and prayers will be with your family and The Alaska State Troopers.

TFC Tony Dunn
Mississippi Highway Patrol

May 20, 2014

"Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." John 15:13.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice Trooper Rich. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and the Alaska State Troopers.

Trooper Jeremy Andreasen
Iowa State Patrol

May 14, 2014

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Gabe was killed.

To the Rich family, fellow troopers, and all who call Gabe beloved, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Trooper Rich gave to his community and the citizens of Alaska, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on May 1, 2014.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

May 14, 2014

Rest In Peace Brother

Captain Steve Yancey
Forest Hill Police Department, TX

May 13, 2014

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

Officer Thomas Wiederhold, Retired
Fort Worth PD, Texas

May 13, 2014

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

Officer Thomas Wiederhold, Retired
Fort Worth PD, Texas

May 12, 2014

Rest in Peace my brother. It is our watch now.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends, and all my brothers and sisters of the Alaska State Troopers.

Officer B. Ruth
Baltimore County Police Department

May 12, 2014