Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

0fficer Bryan Hurst,

You made God proud you gave your life for others. Just as Jesus did. Columbus, Ohio loss a good one. Rest in peace. Your brother officers will carry the torch now.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, co-workers, and friends. Keep us in your prayers also we loss one of ours too Det. LaVern Brann 05-09-05.

Sgt. Austin Simons
Battle Creek Police Dept.

May 11, 2005

Dear Marissa,
I'm doing a speech on Bryan for school and was wondering if you could come.(granville intermedite ill give you directions if you can come.) Anyone else can come but not too many. probaly around ten to fifteen I will be presenting an award also. It will probaly be at his grave soon well if you can come please let me know thank you


-Taylr- (Bryan's cousin)

Taylr

May 10, 2005

Taylr his birthday was 4/15.

May 9, 2005

when was bryans birthday i need for his bioagraphy

Taylr

May 8, 2005

We're all still deeply affected by your death Brian. I'm proud of you to the point of tears whenever I think of you. I heard a song for the first time in a while, and it reminded me of you. It's very powerful, and was writen by musicians over the loss of someone they loved deeply. I thought I'd post the lyrics for others to read. The band is Sevendust. The song is Angel's Son.

"Angel's Son"

Life is changing
I can't go on without you
Rearranging. I will be strong
I'll stand by you

(You were fighting everyday)
(So hard to hide our pain)
(I know you never said goodbye)
(I had so much left to say)

One last song
Given to an Angel's Son
As soon as you were gone
As soon as you were gone

I have a new life now
She lives through you
What can I do
Feel so alone now
I pray for you
We still love you

I can't believe you're gone

I can't believe

A Brother
CPD

May 7, 2005

in school im doing a biography on a hero and im doing bryan we also have to make an award mine will be at his grave soon

Taylr

May 6, 2005

HURST,

It's been a long time since I've written you but I am constantly thinking about you every day.

Great news! Tracy is pregnant! We're always reluctant to tell everyone because of our past disappointments but we get so excited and we're hoping this is the one.

I pray everyday for 3 things. The first is a full-term pregnancy. Second, is a healthy baby. And third, I want a boy so bad so we can name him after you HURST.

Originally, I wanted to name him Bryan Scott Hurst Walton. But today Tracy suggested Hurst Scott Walton because I never called you Bryan, I always called you HURST. So, now we have a decision to make. Hopefully we have eight more months to think about it.

I was up in my attic and found a box from my Marine Corps days. I came across all the letters you wrote me while I was over there in Operation Desert Shield and Storm. You were still a civilian in some of the letters and then you were in Boot Camp for the rest. I think the War was over by the time you went to MP School in San Antonio.

Upon opening the box, I immediately recognized the handwriting on the top letter, it was yours.

I know I've said it before, the miles came between us while you were down in Columbus and I was up here, but I still miss you so much even though we hardly saw each other over the years. But as you stated in one of those letters back in 1990, we are still "bestest buddies."

Pray for us HURST and pray for our baby.

Semper Fi,

Brandon

Brandon C. Walton
Toledo, OH

May 5, 2005

I am a high school friend of Nick Sloan of the St. Louis. Nick was shot and killed a year and a half ago. I applaud you for your bravery and just know that your daughter will always be proud of you and people will never let her forget what an honorable man you are. Nick's son was 13 months old at the time of his death and not a day goes by that he does not hear about his daddy the hero.

May 3, 2005

Hello Bryan, It's Martin from the good old 5pct. I have been meaning to leave a message for you on the reflections page over the last several months. Kyle at work here made a really nice poster with news clipings from that terrible day. It was hung up at the substation to remind new and old officer of how much of a hero you were here as a Columbus Ohio police officer. Well hope you are watching over all of us down here. Your Friend Greg w Martin #2202 CPD

Officer Greg W Martin #2202
Columbus Ohio Division Of Police

April 29, 2005

Dear Bryan,
You continue to be in my thoughts daily. Spending weekends in your home continues to find me missing you, your humor, your kindess, and all the special things that made you my "favorite son-in-law". Your birthday memorial at Kingwood was so touching. All the friends that came to honor you on your birthday are a true testimony to the wonderful person that you were to everyone. I had a special wreath made for you with Malia's picture. She brings such joy to my life. I remind her what a special Daddy you are whenever we look at your pictures. She has such a hearty laugh for such a little girl. She makes serious faces like you too. Malia is your legacy, Bryan. You can be so proud of Marissa too. She is a wonderful Mommy; balancing her career as an officer and a single parent. The outpouring of support from law enforcement continues to amaze me. Please continue to watch over us, and know that I continue to keep you close to my heart always.

Love and Hugs,
Sherri

Sherri A. Marzick
Mother-in-Law

April 21, 2005

Bryan, sorry I didnt get a chance to write you sooner. Im sure you're aware that your brother took home the 1st Annual Bryan Hurst Memorial Tourney trophy. That day couldnt have been any better, fate was very eminent. We missed you at the final table but we'll play again later. Continue to watch over us!!

Ward
CPD

April 20, 2005

Bryan-

I start to write to you frequently, but then I change my mind because I don't know exactly what I want to say.

Things have been busy around here. When you first left us, it was non-stop activity with calling hours, the funeral, then benefits and so many visitors. Things have slowed down somewhat and my I have a new "normal." I no longer expect you to come home at 10:30 and wait to hear from you on the nextel. It doesn't mean that I don't think about you every single day. It just means that I know the reality of the situation.

I've now celebrated our anniversary, my birthday, and your birthday without you here. It was weird... not so much the birthdays, but definitely our anniversary. My birthday is mine, yours is yours, but the anniversary was OUR day. Not having you here to celebrate is was hard.

We had a birthday memorial service for you last Friday at Kingwood. It was awesome - you would have loved the helicopter formation. Friends and family were able to gather to honor your memory. I think that it was definitely good for your mother. However, since I was on duty during the service, it felt different. The events that directly followed your death had me there grieving as a wife, but this time I was there grieving as a fellow officer. It was easier this time.

Malia has changed so much that you would not belive it. She has four teeth and is about to walk! Now that the sun is out, we've definitely determined that she has your skin. She has a little tan and is so cute.

About a month ago, I heard the most unbelievable song on the radio. It is called "Arlington" by Trace Adkins. It's country, and definitely not your style, but it is one of the most beautiful songs ever and I feel like it is a perfect representation of your life. It is about a soldier who is killed in the line of duty and then buried at Arlington National Cemetery. He is a very young man, who talks about how proud he is to be buried there amongst the best. I believe he calls them "the chosen ones." The intro is violin/bagpipes and they even refer to the 21 gun salute. The song is heartwrenching but amazing.

Malia and I miss you every day.

Love,
Marissa

Marissa
DCSO

April 18, 2005

Bryan,
I am the wife of a Columbus Police Officer. It is so hard to watch all your friends grieve. My husband and I went to a benefit for you and we could feel the love and compassion for you every where we turned. My heart aches for Marissa and your daughter. We have a four year old son and when he saw what happend to you on the news, he was so beside himself. He couldn't understand why someone would take Malia's daddy away (neither can I). I pray for your family all the time. Your wife seems so strong but thats probably one of her many qualities that attracted you to her in the first place.
My husband went to a poker beenfit for you last night. I can't believe that he co-won. I was so proud of him but I was even prouder when he gave your brother the trophy. I'm not surprised that he did that. His heart is bigger than he lets people see.
Marissa I think of you all the time and I hope that you are OK.
Proud to be an officers wife,
K. Davis

K. Davis

April 17, 2005

Happy Birthday brother!! You're greatly missed and thanks for watching over us. We'll be playing cards in your honor Saturday. Wish you could sit in, but I'll let you know how it goes.

Ward

April 16, 2005

Bryan: Today was your birthday and your family spent the day together wishing you were here with us.We love you and we miss you. Love Aunt Joy

Bryan's Aunt Joy

April 16, 2005

Gumper,

Happy Birthday Brother!!!! We're all going to the OC tonight to have one for you. Your family came in today and we did the Missing Man Formation over your gravesite. I think Brandon and I should get all torqued up and hail a cab.

We Miss You!

Love,

Donnie, Lori, Ariana, and Jacoby

Sergeant Donnie Oliverio
Columbus, Ohio Police Dept.

April 15, 2005

Marissa,

Just wanted to say that you are a strong and kind hearted person and you are doing a wonderful job. A gentlemen came in our lobby the other day and I had just said I hope they send the right deputy to handle this one. He was truly scared and watching you take your time to listen and explain the way you did to him was so wonderful. I just thought everyone should know what a kind heart you have. And I am sure that Bryan too is proud as he watched down and seen you helping others.

God Bless you and Thanks
Valerie

Valerie Hooper, Victim Advocate
DCSO

April 15, 2005

Bryan:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Two years ago we were happy to add your name to the Marzick April birthday list.
I know you'll have a happy birthday because
there is no sadness in heaven. I wish I could say the same about here, and those that have been left behind.
You sure left everyone here with the great-
est gift of all. MALIA, what a beautiful
and happy baby she is. She does not lack
for attention.
Lots of love to you from the Marzick
family:
Father in law Phil
Aunts and uncles Vicki and Charlie
Lori and Jeff, cousin Melory
Grandma Doris Marzick

Doris Marzick
none

April 15, 2005

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, GUMPER!!

a friend

April 15, 2005

Happy Birthday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mel

April 15, 2005

Bryan,
Just wanted to wish you a happy birthday. It just don't seem fair that you were taken from us at such a early age. We can never thank you enough for giving you life to protect others. That fatefull day will play in our minds forever. Rest asure that we will never forget you and we will see that there is justice for you, Marissa, and Malia. In a little over a month my son will be born and his middle name will be named after you. Simply a "HERO". He will grow up knowing the sacrafice you made and how you simply chose to protect others although they sometimes never appreciate it.
ALWAYS REMEMBERED AND NEVER FORGOTTEN.

SHAWN HOSKINS

April 15, 2005

Happy Birthday Bryan. We miss and love you. Today should have been your 34th birthday but some coward had to take you away. I look forward to the day we meet again and I can thank you for laying your life on the line for so many people. God bless you and please continue to look out for us.

April 15, 2005

HURST,

Today is your birthday but it's not going to be a happy one.

We're going down to the cemetary today as well as the bank. I hope we get to talk to a few of the bank employees who were there that day.

So, I'm hoping for a little more closure today.

This last week or so leading up to your birthday was difficult, knowing you will not be celebrating number 34 with Malia and Marissa.

Gone but never forgotten, we're still missing you a whole lot. See you in a few hours.

Semper Fi,

Brandon

Brandon C. Walton
Toledo, OH

April 15, 2005

Bryan:
Happy Birthday:
Two years ago we were so happy to add your
name to the Marzick list of April birthdays
One week after Marissa's.
I know your birthday will be happy, as there is no sadness in heaven.
I can't say the same for those that are left here.
You sure left everyone here with the
greatest gift of all. MALIA.wHAT a beau-
tiful happy baby she is.She does not lack for love and attention.
Lots of love from the Marzick family.

Father in law Phil, aunts and uncles,
Vicki and Charlie, Lori and Jeff. and
cousin Melory.
Love, Grandma Doris Marzick

grandma Doris Marzick

April 15, 2005

Bryan:
Happy Birthday:
Two years ago we were so happy to add your
name to the Marzick list of April birthdays
One week after Marissa's.
I know your birthday will be happy, as there is no sadness in heaven.
I can't say the same for those that are left here.
You sure left everyone here with the
greatest gift of all. MALIA.wHAT a beau-
tiful happy baby she is.She does not lack for love and attention.
Lots of love from the Marzick family.

Father in law Phil, aunts and uncles,
Vicki and Charlie, Lori and Jeff. and
cousin Melory.
Love, Grandma Doris Marzick

grandma Doris Marzick

April 15, 2005