Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult and tragic time.

Retired SME/SA Zurvohn A. Maloof
USPS OIG

May 3, 2024

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.

Author Unknown

"Seper Paratus"

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

April 25, 2024

On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Special Agent, Derek Sean Baer, in the line of duty. It is always a huge loss when a fellow Special Agent makes the ultimate sacrifice. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed. We thank Special Agent Baer for his service as a United States Coast Guard Veteran.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

April 22, 2024

My heartfelt condolences to the Baer family, his OIG work family and those who knew him, served with him, and especially all those who knew him as a friend. Your loss is immeasurable.

Rest in Peace, Sean.

Special Agent Aaron Jensen
USPS Office of Inspector General

April 22, 2024

So sorry for your Loss!

Michael Wenzel

April 21, 2024

Sean was one of my 15 Coast Guard Officer Trainee Shipmates. We became a tight nit group in under a week. I loved the ways Sean thought and held himself. He married an amazing woman who saw the good in him. Sean is also a Navy Veteran. Was only a very short stint but he did serve.

Rest Sean, We have the Watch now.

I know not what lies beyond or in who's care I'll be
But it must end as it began This wedding with the sea

My course is laid,
My sails unfurled
And my heart is light and free,
So scatter me over the ocean wide
when the helm is hard a-lee

My dust will mingle with each curling wave and perhaps I'll a merman
be
And there will be singing and dancing sea horses prancing,
And a harem of mermaids all trembling for me
When I am called to my home in
the sea.

LT Craig R. Petersen, USCG (ret)
US Coast Guard

April 20, 2024

My condolences to Agent Baer's family and friends. I will continue to offer prayers to Agent Baer's family. Psalm 34:18 says, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted." 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14, says. "And Now, brothers and sisters, I want you to know what will happen to the Christians who have died so you will not be full of sorrow like people who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and was raised to life again, we also believe that when Jesus comes, God will bring back with Jesus all the Christians who have died."

David Barnes (Retired)
Former USPS-OIG Agent

April 18, 2024

Fair winds and following seas shipmate.

Allan Swider
USCG, Retired

April 17, 2024

Sean was my go-to guy in his short stint with Commerce IG. His energy was contagious and was work terrific. So sad to hear the tragic news and my prayers for his wife and young kiddos will continue.

Dan Coney
US DOI/OIG

April 17, 2024

Sean was a mentor to newer agents at NYFO back in the day. He was knowledgeable, generous with his time, and hilarious sense of humor. A great person to work with.

Rest in Peace, brother.

B
DS

April 16, 2024

Rest in Peace Special Agent Baer. Thank you for your service. Deepest condolences to your family and friends.

Special Agent (Ret.) Jean Kanokogi

April 16, 2024

My heart goes out to your family. May God give them strength to get through this very difficult time. Thank you for your service SA Baer, you are gone but never forgotten.

Christine Skelonc
DSS

April 16, 2024

My condolences to the family.
Thank you for your service.
He made a huge impact in the South.

Marcos
United States Probation

April 16, 2024

So sad 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 Retired G. Krysto
Los Angeles Police Department

April 15, 2024

Rest in peace Sir a hero is never forgotten. May your family and friends be comforted by the Lord and know that your service means so much to us. Prayers for all those who grieve

Citizen
Citizen

April 15, 2024

Rest in peace D-Sean, you will be missed.

SA JC Gianaris
Diplomatic Security Service

April 14, 2024

Rest in Peace Agent Baer. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, coworkers and friends.

Lieutenant Robert T. Mote (ret)
Buena Park, CA Police Department

April 14, 2024

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain


Pittsburgh PD

April 14, 2024

Agent Baer, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jesus Espinosa
Civilian

April 14, 2024

Having been in another federal OIG office I appreciate his service and dedication to serve. My deepest sympathy to his family.

Retired
USNRC

April 13, 2024

Rest Easy. May the Comfort of God Wash over your Family & Loved Ones, Department & Community in the Upcoming Days, Weeks, Months ahead . You will never be forgotten!

Former 911 Dispatcher Sandra Wilson
Prattville Police Department

April 13, 2024

Condolences to his family

Carson loveless

April 13, 2024

"Nature’s first green is gold,
Her hardest hue to hold.
Her early leaf’s a flower;
But only so an hour.
Then leaf subsides to leaf.
So Eden sank to grief,
So dawn goes down to day.
Nothing gold can stay."
Robert Frost

I miss you my dear friend. I hope Buddy was there to meet you at the gate. Rest in peace.

My deepest sympathies to his family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Candace Cotton
Department of State

April 13, 2024

Praying for peace and comfort today and during the difficult days ahead. With deepest sympathy,

Rita Rocker
Deputy Executive Director
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

April 13, 2024

Heavenly Father, You are Compassionate and Merciful. None of America's Peace Officers ever leave home without the fear of not returning at the end of their watch. It is a fear that is lived with daily. Unfortunately, the worst does sometime come to pass, and lives are left shattered. Lord God, bless and keep the hearts and souls of those who have lost loved ones in the Line-of-Duty. Wipe away the tears from their eyes. Soothe their pain and bind up their wounds through the wounds of Your beloved Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. In His mighty and holy name, and by His authority, I pray. Amen.

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [children] of God." [Matthew 5:9 ESV]

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA
Ordained/Licensed/Certified Independent Christian Chaplain
The Badge 183 Peacemakers Prayer Ministry
Member: Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers - USA

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)

April 12, 2024