Oceanside Police Department, California
End of Watch Friday, June 13, 2003
Reflections for Police Officer Tony Willi Zeppetella
My anger is only equaled by my sorrow for the loss of Officer Zeppetella. My sincere condolences to the family of Officer Zeppetella.
To the men and women of the Oceanside Police Department, your brothers and sisters in Virginia Beach feel your pain.
IN VALOR THERE IS HOPE
Detetive Tom Shattuck
Virginia Beach Police Department
My heartfelt sympathy goes out ot the family and coworkers of Officer Zeppetella.
Rest in peace my friend. Although those of us who remain grieve the senselessness of your loss, we will proudly cover your post on the thin blue line and continue the doing the job you seemed to love so well.
Anonymous
Tony- You were a great buddy. Ill never forget the times we had joking around in the locker room before briefing. The times I teased you about your short shorts and lunch box. The times we had talking about lifts for your jeep that Dan conned you into buying. A few days before this happened you jokingly drew a smiley face on my emergency button. This button was pushed by you alerting us to your situation. You were a great friend on and off duty. Your loss has affected me greatly and changed my whole perspective on life and I will never be able to tell you this. Ill miss you smile and your upbeat attitude. Some day Ill see you around upstairs. See ya BUDDY!
Field Evidence Technician
Oceanside Police Department
Tony was the excellent image of a new enthusiastic officer dedicated to his proffession and his family. Although he was only with us for a short period, he has left many memories to those who lives he touched. Thank you Tony for "walking the point" so that others may enjoy their freedom.
Sgt. R. C. Woodall
Oceanside Police Dept, Calif.