Blount County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee
End of Watch Thursday, February 8, 2024
Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Greg McCowan
My condolences to your family and to your agency. I just hope that your memory will be forever remembered in the annals of Tennessee Law Enforcement. It's sad consolation knowing that the perp will be captured. It's also sad that the perp could have complied and otherwise cooperated but his actions triggered a lot of pain for a lot of people. I hope your family and fellow officers recover as well as can be expected from this tragedy. We all support you and your agency.
Jim Lopey, Asst. Sheriff (ret.)
Washoe County Sheriff's Office (Reno, Nv.) & NVDPS
February 9, 2024
God Bless and now keep you my friend. The world's loss is Heavens gain. Our prayers are with Deputy McCowan's family, Sheriff Berrong and the brave men and women of the Blount County Sheriff's Office. Your sacrifice to keep us safe is more than appreciated. Rest in Peace my Brother.
Capt. John Adams (Ret.)
Blount County Sheriff's Office
February 9, 2024
MY SINCERE PRAYERS AND MOST HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES ARE WITH DEPUTY McCOWAN AND HIS LOVED ONES IN THIS TIME OF SORROW. REST IN PEACE BROTHER, YOU HAVE MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE. GODSPEED.
INV. RICH WYNN, RET.
WILL COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT., ILL.
February 9, 2024
My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Deputy Sheriff Greg McCowan during this difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Greg McCowan.
Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04
February 9, 2024
May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Deputy McCowan.
Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department
February 9, 2024
Dear Sheriff James L. Berrong:
I hope this letter finds you well, though I understand it is an incredibly tough time for you and everyone connected to your department. I am writing to extend my heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences for the loss of Deputy Sheriff Greg McCowan, a brave and dedicated professional.
The news of Deputy Sheriff McCowan’s death has deeply saddened me and my entire family. The sacrifice that he made while protecting and serving your community is a testament to the selfless and courageous nature of law enforcement officers like him. We can never truly comprehend the risks and challenges faced by those in law enforcement, and we are forever indebted to them for their unwavering commitment to keeping us safe.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Deputy Sheriff McCowan’s family, friends, and colleagues during this immensely challenging time. Their loss is immeasurable, and we can only hope that the outpouring of support from the community can offer some comfort in these trying times.
In times like these, we must remember the positive impact Deputy Sheriff McCowan had on countless lives throughout his life and career. The memories of his dedication, kindness, and professionalism will remain etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege to know him.
To you, Sheriff Berrong, and the entire Blount County Sheriff's Office, my family and I want to express our gratitude for the vital work you do each day, often in the face of danger and adversity. The sacrifice of your fallen colleague serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that come with your line of duty. Despite the risks, you continue to serve with integrity and unwavering commitment, and for that, we are immensely thankful.
Having served 44 years as a Law Enforcement Professional, my family stands with you during this time of mourning. Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything we can do to support you and your department during this difficult period.
May the memories of Deputy Sheriff McCowan be a source of strength and may his legacy inspire others to follow in his footsteps of honor and service. We will forever be indebted to the sacrifice he made to keep us safe.
With deepest sympathy,
Don P. Jensen Sr. - PM, PP, PGP, DrE
Chief of Police (retired)
February 9, 2024
Rest In Peace Brother.
Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired
February 9, 2024
Brother ,Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice, the word hero is used frequently, hero's fade away, Legends live forever. God bless you and your family, Department and community. This THUG will get his your Brothers will see to this.Romans 13 4. Rest in Peace knowing you will live forever in our hearts.
Retired Lieutenant Tommy Pettus
Talladega Police Department
February 9, 2024
Brother ,Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice, the word hero is used frequently, hero's fade away, Legends live forever. God bless you and your family, Department and community. This THUG will get his your Brothers will see to this.Romans 13 4. Rest in Peace knowing you will live forever in our hearts.
Retired Lieutenant Tommy Pettus
Talladega Police Department
February 9, 2024
Hero never forgotten. Prayers to family blood and blue.
BLR
Retired Texas dispatcher
February 9, 2024
Til Valhalla my brother. You will never be forgotten. May God comfort his family. Semper Fi til I die.
Deputy Robert Grimes
Henderson County TN Sheriff’s Office
February 9, 2024
"Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and perpetual light shine upon him."
Bishop Edward Skiba
Stuart, Florida Police Chaplain
February 9, 2024
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.
Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Supervisory Air Marshal in Charge (SAC)
Orlando Field Office
Federal Air Marshal Service
February 9, 2024
Another "Hero" taken.
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 Police Department, New York.
February 9, 2024
Prayers for the family and co-workers during this terrible time! A true hero for the service and sacrifice for his community! Matthew 5:9 blessed are the peacemakers, thou they shall be called the children of god!
Criminal Investigator Andrew Woods
Union County Sheriff’s Office
February 9, 2024
Rest in Peace Brother.
Capt. A. Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.
February 9, 2024
May you rest peacefully brother. Our prayers are with your family and your department during this time. May you patrol the streets of heaven as well as you did the streets on earth. Thank you for your hard work and sacrifice, you will never be forgotten.
Wyatt Peters
Sergeant
SCSO Explorer Post 172
Tennessee
February 9, 2024
This is so sad to see, Deputy Sheriff McCowan lost his live trying to protect his community. Sir first of all Thank You for your service and sacrifice. Prayers for your family both at home and on the force. Rest In Peace Sir.
Karen Perrucci
sister of fallen LEO Gary D Pagano
February 9, 2024
God rest your soul, Deputy McCowan. May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten.
Investigator Christopher Port, Retired
California Highway Patrol, Valley Div. MAIT
February 9, 2024
Godspeed My Brother- Rest in Peace
SGT. Donald Harvey retired
Maricopa County Sheriffs Office - Arizona
February 9, 2024
We have it from here. Until Valhalla Brother! Rest easy.
Alabama State Trooper (Retired) William
ALEA
February 9, 2024
Rest in peace brother thank you for your service. May your sacrifice or memory never fade.
Retired #8046 Jealous Matalone
Des Moines Iowa Police Department
February 9, 2024
Rest in peace Brother Greg, you are a true American Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.
Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 07/15/73
Assistant Chief Carl Wortham (retired)
Sand Springs OK PD, Tulsa Police Department
February 9, 2024
May God bless and comfort his family, both blood and blue. Rest in Peace, sir.
DC Sean Briscoe
South Burlington Police, VT
February 9, 2024
Prayers & Condolences
Rest in Peace Deputy Sheriff Greg McCowan
Sgt. Randy Keenan ~ (Retired)
City of Alameda, CA Police Department
February 9, 2024
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