Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

It is with great sadness that I read of John's death! I also served on the Niagara Falls Police Department. I am now retired as a result of being injured while on duty on October 31, 1963.
Although I did not know him, I'm certain that John must have been a brave and dedicated police Officer as I knew of no police officers in Niagara Falls that were or are,anything less.
You should be comforted in knowing that we all are praying for his family, that they be comforted in knowing that Jesus Christ has called John home to heaven where he can rest in peace. I pray that our prayers and condolences are of some comfort to you during this difficult period of time. GOD BLESS JOHN AND GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY

Patrolman Albert Edwards Jr. (retired)
Niagara Falls Police Department (RETIRED)

July 15, 2015

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 Your angels, loving family, friends, neighbors and caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name and for Your Glory, Amen.”

I have lifted you and your family to God every morning for over four years. Feel those prayers. God is with you; He knows and will ease your pain.

Our faith helps us to see beyond the grave.

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

July 14, 2015

I am so sorry for your tragedy. My brother , ny state trooper ross riley, recently passed with the same type of injury. It is never something we can get our minds around, the day that gives no warning, the day that seems so surreal, the day that never goes away. But the support you will get from your law enforcement family helps tremendously, when you are ready to let them share some of your burden. I will think of your family often and pray for your comfort. I remember it such a comfort to discover later that people were praying for me even when I had no awareness of that or knowledge of who they were. There are many who feel your pain, because we, like you, had relatives who cared enough about people and the pursuit of goodness to do what is right in the bravest way. Please know that we give the highest respect to your fallen hero and understand the nobility with which he served in his end of watch.

Sister of a fallen officer Heather Beck
Nys police survivor

July 14, 2015

Rest in peace brother in blue...prayers to family and friends.

Lieutenant Ray Waters
Pitt County Sheriffs Office Greenville NC

July 14, 2015

Rest in peace brother.

Officer Kyle Groose
Laramie PD, WY

July 14, 2015

Rest in peace Officer Wilding. My sincere condolences to your family and to your department. Godspeed as you now patrol the streets of gold.

OFFICER TERRY F ZECH RET
VEERAN AFFAIRS POLICE DEPT DETROIT MICHIGAN

July 14, 2015

May the good God, take you into his loving arms Brother. You served your community and family well. rest in peace.

PO Ken Emanuele
Suffolk County NY PD

July 14, 2015

Patrolman John James Wilding, during your tour of duty you served the citizens of Scranton with honor and dignity it is now your time to rest with all of the other heroes that have gone before, we will carry on from here. To the family of Patrolman John James Wilding you all are in our thoughts and prayers. The Law Enforcement family will stand beside you. To the men and women of the Scranton Police Department hold your heads high as you all carry on during these difficult times. John we will honor your sacrifice daily by putting on the badge and going to work the streets. Stay Safe. Fair Winds and Following Seas WARRIOR

Detective Grade One Robert F. Jackson
Metropolitan Police Department Homicide Branch

July 14, 2015

Thank you for your service .May God Bless you and bring peace and strenght to the family in the coming days .God Be with you at all times.John Wilding and family.

S/O JESUS A CEPEDA
GCMC SECURITY

July 14, 2015

Rest easy my brother John. You served your community with a brave heart. May the Almighty Father keep you close and comfort you. My prayers are with you and your most beloved family. My heart goes out to them and to members of your great Department.

Detive Mike -Retired.
Chicago P.D

July 14, 2015

May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time.

God bless and protect the Thin Blue Line that protects us all.

Kathryn Felts Family Member of Multiple
Family Member of Law Enforcement Officers

July 14, 2015

RIP brother

Police Officer II Jeff Cleavinger
San Diego Police Department

July 14, 2015

RIP Brother. RIP.

Captain Scott C Behrnds
Olmsted County Sheriffs

July 13, 2015

RIP Officer Wilding may prayers go out to Officer Wildings wife. And his 2 kids you will be missed but not forgotten. And thankyou for your services

James Hallgrimson Arrow Security Officer

July 13, 2015

RIP, prayers for the family.

Sgt. Ron Cromer
Martin Co. Sheriff's Office, FL.

July 13, 2015

"Final Call" An Angel In The Sky Must Leave His Place Of Rest, Gently Tucking His Wings Beneath His Armored Vest. For Duty Has Called, There Is Much Work To Do Little Did He Know, This One Is Dressed In Blue. Arriving On The Scene, He Knows Just What To Say, "Follow Me, Fallen Brother, I'll Show You The Way." "Your Duty Has Ended, Your Work Is Now Through." "Come Hang Your Hat Beside Mine, I'm A Cop, Too."

John (Joe) Kinane - VP Natl. Ops.
Emerald Society Of The Federal Law Enforcement Agencies

July 13, 2015

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Patrolman John James Wilding. Another Hero taken too soon. May God comfort you and your family as you go and touch the face of God.
Your honorable service and sacrifice and bravery to the citizens of Scranton, Pennsylvania will not be forgotten. God Speed and God Bless. Rest in Peace Sir.

May the children of Patrolman Wilding know that their Daddy is a HERO who we will not forget and will forever be in his debt for all he has done for us, Patrolman Wilding, Thank You for your service and protection to us all, may you rest in peace God bless you and your family.

Final Salute

VIPS 750Jeff Claybern
Alexandria Kentucky Police Department

July 13, 2015

RIP Brother

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

July 13, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

ASAC, Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Federal Air Marshal Service

July 13, 2015

My thoughts are with the Wilding family at this time, I am so sorry for your loss

Jacquie Rebel survivor

July 13, 2015

My heart aches for you all right now. Mom and Dad it is a journey losing a child...I know I lost my daughter at age 25. There are no words that I can say to make the pain go away. I will pray that the Lord will give you the strength you need to lesson the pain of losing a child.

Dottie

July 13, 2015

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Praying for family and friends.

Officer D. Felsburg
Pennsylvania Capitol Police

July 13, 2015

Rest in peace.

Sgt Jim Russo

July 13, 2015

Grieving along with your family for a terrible loss.
You were so important because you, Sir,
served, protected and aided in the capture of two thieves.
Thank You for your bravery. I'm so sorry you had this awful accident.
God will keep you close as we will always..Never Forgotten!

Deb Doyle
Mom of an Officer

July 13, 2015

Rest In Peace Brother. You've done your duty. We will take it from here. To the family of John and his brothers and sisters in blue our deepest condolences. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Chief Chris Roscoe, SC Protective Services

July 13, 2015