Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Detective Brent L. Hanger

Washington State Patrol, Washington

End of Watch Thursday, August 6, 2015

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Reflections for Detective Brent L. Hanger

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

August 24, 2015

Rest in peace brother, we have the watch now. Thank you for your many years of service, you will not be forgotten and we will continue to wage the war. God bless the family, friends, and co-workers of Det. Hanger during this time of tragic and sudden loss.

Sr. Ptlmn Donnie Meaders(RET)
Wewoka (OK) Police Department

August 23, 2015

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Brent died.

To the Hanger family, fellow officers, and all who call Brent 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. I hope that your family knows that a nation mourned for you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Detective Hanger gave to his community and the citizens of Washington, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on August 6, 2015.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

August 23, 2015

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det. Randy Evans
Kansas City Missouri Police Department
Son of Patrolman Robert Wayne Evans
E.O.W 10/14/1971
HEROES LIVE FOREVER

August 22, 2015

You helped make this world a safer place to live.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Prayers to your loved ones and to your department.

Det. Billy Russo (Ret.)
Nassau County PD, NY

August 22, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Prayers.

Ret. Deputy Sheriff's Tom and Diana Stri
Clayton County Sheriff Office Jonesboro Ga

August 22, 2015

R.I.P. BROTHER Hanger!!!

Nebraska Police Officer

August 22, 2015

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Detective Hanger. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Washington State Patrol.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
U.S. Postal Inspection Service

August 21, 2015

Your service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. My heart goes out to you and your family and your law enforcement family. May you rest in peace!

Sergeant Don Mitchell
Woodward Police Department, Oklahoma

August 21, 2015

The 55th Basic Detention Officer Training Academy sends our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Family, Friends, and Co-workers of Detective Brent L. Hanger.

During this time hold close to the memories and good times shared as a source of comfort.
Being ever mindful of the pride he embraced when wearing his uniform.

RIP, Detective Hanger

Respectfully Submitted, Lt. Alicia S. McKinney & the Cadets of Basic Detention Officer Training Academy 55. Durham County Sheriff's Office Durham, NC

Lt. Alicia S. McKinney
Durham County Sheriff's Office

August 21, 2015

Thank you for your service. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and your law enforcement family. You will not be forgotten. You will always be honored.... Rest easy...
-Police Unity Tour - Team CSPD
"We Ride For Those Who Died"
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www.facebook.com/PUTCSPD PoliceUnityTour
Coral Springs Police Department, FL

August 20, 2015

A police officer should be remembered not by how he died, but how he lived! A great man has gone to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the Washington State Patrol. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace Brother!

Anonymous

August 20, 2015

So saddened to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.

Reserve Police Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

August 20, 2015

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service and dedication.

Cpl. M. Davis #2614
Prince George's County Police

August 20, 2015

Rest easy Detective Hanger.

Ranger John C. Moore
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

August 20, 2015

THANK-YOU FOR YOUR SACRIFICE AND SERVICE. REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND

Ret. TFC Theresa Medcalf
Ga State Patrol

August 20, 2015

God Bless You, Your Family, & Friends. Thank you for your unselfish service.

James P Waggle
Civilian

August 20, 2015

We will continue the fight rest easy now brother, we got it from here.

APO Dean Bartholomew
NYPD

August 19, 2015

Your dedication and devotion, your length of time in the core will never be forgotten. Prayers for your family during this time in their lives. Rest with God.

retired Police Officer Bob Lester
Midland Texas Police Department

August 19, 2015

Rest in peace Brother. We have the watch from here. May God Bless your Family and Friends.

Sgt. A. OROZCO
ADOT/ECD

August 19, 2015

My prays go out to Detective Brent L. Hanger's family, the Washington State Patrol, friends, and co-workers. Rest in peace my brother God has a special place for you in Heaven.

M.Sgt. E. J. Patrone
Easton Police Department

August 19, 2015

Prayers to the family!

Deputy Karen Haynes
Fresno County Sheriff's Office

August 19, 2015

As you departed the bonds of this earth and touched the face of God, know that the selfless service, commitment and dedication you had for your family, community, fellow officers and a grateful nation 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 - We'll take it from here.

Capt. James w. Moore, Retitrd
Gardner, KS Police Dept

August 19, 2015

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Detective Hanger and the Washington State Patrol during this time. Thank you, Detective Hanger, for your service.

Administration
National Police Wives Association

August 19, 2015

Rest in peace Troop....My thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of the WSP during this most difficult and tragic time.....

Lt. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD

August 19, 2015

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