Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you Officer Hurst for protecting your community so well.

To the family, words aren't enough to express my deepest sympathy to you. May his daughter know that her daddy is a true hero, as is she!

February 7, 2005

Police officer' prayer
Strengthen me today, dear Lord and help me keep in mind The laws that you created For the world that You designed May i stand for justice So one day crime may crease And let me serve all people So they may live in peace.

February 6, 2005

God Bless You, Bryan.

To all of Bryan's family and friends:
There is a mass being said in memory of Bryan at Saint James the Less Catholic Church (on Oakland Park Avenue in Columbus, close to 2/18 substation) on Sunday, February 13 at 11:30 a.m. All are welcome.

February 5, 2005

Byran, Its funny how almost a month has gone by since you have passed, I think about that day every day in my mind what you might have been going through that day. I hope I will never have to go through something like that in my Law Enforcement Career, but If I would ever have too, I hope I can be as brave as you were on that day.

You Friend,
Bill Lang

Officer William Lang
Columbus Police Department

February 5, 2005

Marissa, I am so sorry for your loss. I am married to a man in law enforcement and I too am a law enforcement officer..we have a baby girl who will turn one next month..her name is Marissa...I come to your husbands refelctions often and am amazed...though I dont know you I pray for you and your daughter and I ask God for blessings to be poured on you as you go back to work. Remember that God is and always will be a father to the fatherless...He is our refuge and strength..Stay safe.

Isabel

February 5, 2005

Rest easy dvldog. You were so brave and we are so proud. -Semper Fi

OFC. S.Polgar
Columbus Police

February 5, 2005

Marissa,
Bryan was not the only hero in your family. May God bless you tonight as you put your uniform back on. You are such a strong woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

MPD

February 5, 2005

Hello Bryan,
Well it has been four weeks since we got the "news", and it is not getting any easier to bear. I returned to work this week to a barrage of heartfelt condolences from my co-workers and customers, but their good intentions only made things more difficult to accept. Oh sure, it was comforting to hear the continuous litany of your bravery that fateful day, from all of those well-intentioned people, but your mother and I would give up everything we have, just to see you again.

Each day presents new challenges to face, unanswered questions, lots of second-guessing and pain. there is not a moment that goes by where your mom and I are not thinking of you, Marissa and Malia. We shall devote our lives to look after Marissa and Malia. We have gathered all of the videos, news atricles and commentary surrounding your life and will present it to Malia, when she is ready. Mom and I are coming down to visit your grave on Sunday...I hope we can handle it.

Bryan, although you are not physically with us, we feel your presence and know you are there in spirit. Your life, although too short, will never be forgotten. you made us so proud in all that you accomplished. I shall attempt to mirror your compassionate, loving ways in all that I do and hope you shall find me worthy to live my life as you lived yours.

You were a "hero" to all of us, but then again, you were always a "hero" to your mom and me. We shall continue to pick up the pieces of our lives, because that is what you would have wanted us to do. We shall look after Marissa, Malia, Greg, Stacey, Cole and Colin, because that is what you have wanted us to do. Most of all, we shall continue to honor your memory, until that day, when God calls. Rest easy, my son.

Forever,

Mom and Dad

Ted Kaczorowski

February 4, 2005

Even though I didn't know you well God bless you and your family!!

Taylr

February 4, 2005

Marissa,

We're thinking of you and Malia.

Also know that Bryan is smiling down on you and keeping you safe from Heaven as you put your uniform back on and go out and protect and serve your community.

Amy
High School Classmate of Brandy Windfield

February 4, 2005

May God Bless your family and your child. Your Husband was a true warrior. He being a hero is too lighly put. Rest in peace brother!!!!!!!

Officer
Richmond, Tx

February 4, 2005

Bryan-

I can't believe that it has been almost a month since this tragedy. Sometimes it feels like it happened a year ago, but mostly I am reliving the morning of January 6 over and over again.

I miss you more than ever. Whenever I hear something funny, I still think "I can't wait to tell Bryan!" Then it slaps me in the face. You are no longer here to share life with. Moments like that are what eat me up inside.

Donnie and I visited your grave this week. I had been putting it off for four weeks, because I wasn't sure I could handle it. As predicted, it was too rough emotionally. I don't like going there because seeing your grave makes your death a reality.

Malia has done so many new things since you've been gone. In the past month, she has gotten two teeth and says Da-Da all the time. She never said that when you were still with us. I honestly think that she wonders where you are and is calling for you. You loved Malia more than anything and she knew it.

Bryan, tonight will be my first night back on duty. I have your photos ready to keep in my cruiser so you will always be with me.

I love you and miss you more than ever. Please watch over Malia and I.

Love,
Marissa

Marissa
DCSO

February 4, 2005

Our sincere condolences go out to the family of Officer Hurst and to all the personnel of the Columbus Division of Police who worked with him.

While it is no consolation for your loss, remember that we, and many others in this country, appreciate the sacrifice that he made in his effort to ensure the safety of the public.

God bless.

Southwest Central Dispatch
Palos Heights, IL

February 4, 2005

Blessed are the peacemakers for they are the children of God. Rest in peace Bryan my young brother. May God watch over your family and protect them always. You were the victim of an assasin and fought until the end. Rest now, and I will meet you some day.

Cpl. J. Scott Stidman #100
21 years. Patrol Division
Fayetteville Police

Cpl. J. Scott Stidman #100
Fayetteville Police, Arkansas

February 4, 2005

R.I.P. 2057

I read your badge number, 2057
You dear soul, may you find peace now in heaven
So brave are you, presently laid to rest
A hero indeed, you have passed the test

I hate writing this, because of the cost
Which leaves so many, feeling such a loss
We are close to each other's age, the difference isn't wide
You couldn't imagine from what I read, how hard I cried

You gave your life, for other's to live
There is nothing greater, for a person to give
You are added to my list, of hero's I admire
You gave breath, in the midst of fire

I pray for your wife and newborn child
Who were blessed to hold you, this little while
I pray that your family, always will remember
The happiness that lasted, in sweet December

Dear sir, as you serve your new post
Up in the skies, with your Heavenly host
Thank you for all, in the service you have done
Look at all you have touched, as the tears do run

by danny b. bourg
May God bless each and everyone of you who has suffered

Danny B. Bourg
Citizen with family in law enforcement

February 4, 2005

HURST,

Well, it has been 4 weeks now since your death. It's not getting any easier. I still wonder what exactly happened that day and what could have changed the outcome. "What if's," "Why's," and tears fill my every day. Work is still hard, knowing what happened to you makes me wonder what could go wrong for me everytime we go "Code 3."

We try to see Ted, Carol, Greg and Stacey once a week and Marissa is emailing us, which helps us a lot, to keep your memory alive.

It's still heartbreaking though, knowing what you left behind (them and Malia).

The Super Bowl is days away and it hurts to think we would have spent this day playing Texas Hold 'Em, drinking some beers, and watching the game. There will be plenty of toasts and a salute to our HERO Hurst.

We love you and miss you.

Semper Fi,

Brandon

Brandon C. Walton
Toledo, OH

February 3, 2005

Rest in Peace. Romans 13:4 NIV

Special Agent Darin L. Paul
FBI Detroit Division

February 3, 2005

On Nov. 10, 2000, Marissa brought Bryan to our 50th anniversary party. We had always wanted a grandson, we did not know what a special one we were about to have, One could not but help like Bryan. We were so happy for Marissa and this special guy she had chosen. My husband and Bryan died two months apart, he would have been devastated to know what happened, Bryan and Marissa left behind something for the whole family to enjoy, and that is Malia, what a precious baby, she has lots of love surrounding her.
Thank you Bryan for this special little person, and for the kind of person that you were, such a pleasure to have known you for a short time.

Marissa's grandma Doris Marzick

Doris Marzick grandma of Marissa

February 3, 2005

Rest in peace
Job well done

Thank You

LT.Ret.

February 2, 2005

Bryan,
There is not a day that I don't think of you. Your picture is hung in our apartment in remembrance of what a great man and hero you are.
I will never forget at the baby shower for your darling baby girl, Malia, that stupid picture of you in your Miller Lite shirt and you had a black eye-we made it our centerpiece that day and you tried to take it away while we weren't looking.
Marissa, I commend you for your strength and will always be here for you and Malia. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.

Bethany Solér, friend of Marissa

February 1, 2005

Hurst, It's been almost a month since you were taken from us. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you, Marrisa and Malia. Everytime Brandon, Mark and myself get together or talk on the phone we talk about you and all the GREAT memories we have of you. I'll never forget the time you invited me down to go on a ride-along. It was one of the greatest experiences of my life and to do it with you was a great honor.

Bryan you will be missed by many here in the Toledo area but your memory remains in our hearts and we will never forget you and what you did that day to save other peoples lives. You are a true hero. My heart goes out to Marrisa, Malia, Ted, Carol, Greg, Stacy and all of your brothers in blue. I hope to see you again one day. Watch over all of us. Rest in peace my friend. Tommy

Tommy Meeks Maumee, Ohio

February 1, 2005

I first met Bryan in 2000 when my sister Marissa brought him home to my grandparents' 50th anniversary party. The next five years were filled with fleeting and vivid memories: how he rocked back and forth on his toes during his wedding vows because he was so nervous...when he took me jet skiing and we sank...how excited he got riding the subway for the first time during my college graduation weekend in Boston...beating him and my sister in trivial pursuit on his last Christmas day...buying us chipotle burritos just 5 days before his life was taken, my 6 month old niece was left without a father and my sister became a widow at 25.

I will never know Bryan nearly as well as my sister, but what I will always remember most about Bryan is how unbelievably happy he made Marissa. This was apparent even from the first time I ever saw them together. I never really thought my sister would settle down with anyone, but after seeing her and Bryan interact, I was certain that they were a perfect match. Their unconditional love for each other is something I can only hope to experience myself one day. I will be forever grateful to Bryan and Marissa for giving me the best gift I have ever received - my niece Malia.

Abbey Marzick (Bryan's sister-in-law)

January 31, 2005

My prayers are with your wife and precious daughter Bryan. My son, Deputy Marshal Glen DeVanie, was 25 years old leaving a wife, 18 month old daughter and 22 day old son.

Thank you protecting and serving your community. You were a brave man.

God blesses you and your family. You will forever be remembered.

To Bryan's wife: Please try to attend National Police Week in May in Washington D.C. You will find a lot of support there. The organization COPS, Concerns of Police Survivors, will also contact you. Plan to attend their spouses retreat later in the year.

I know this is too much for you right now, but I just wanted to give you some information that will be helpful.

In April it will be 2 years since my son was killed in the line of duty.

Kay Wood
Mother of a Fallen Officer--Deputy Marshal Glen DeVanie EOW 4/2/03

January 31, 2005

MAY GOD BLESS YOUR WIFE AND DAUGHTER AND KEEP THEM STRONG. YOU MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE FOR YOUR COMMUNITY. REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER AND MAY GOD KEEP YOU.

CPL. E.SPILLER
HARRIS COUNTY CONSTABLE PCT.4

January 31, 2005

Marissa,
I wanted you to know that I think you are one of the strongest women I know. I'm thinking of you and praying for you and Malia's happy future to come!
Your old neighborhood friend,
Kate

Kate DeMarco Hill

January 31, 2005