Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Bryan,

Your sacrifice was not in vain. Your quick and selfless actions saved many lives. You went above and beyond the call of duty, you will never be forgotten. We know that you are among many great brothers and sisters and someday we will meet again.

Marissa, Malia & Family,

There are no words to express my sorrow. What a husband, father, brother and son! Although we will never fill the void, know that your "Family in Blue" will always walk with you.

Our Brothers & Sisters of the Columbus Division of Police,

You are in our thoughts and prayers. As you have stood by are sides, so will we. The color of a shirt or badge may differ, yet we all stand strong amongst "the thin blue line."

Officer Eric H. Brill (Retired)
Whitehall Division of Police

January 12, 2005

Gumper,

You are the most OUTSTANDING man I have ever known. The final words you heard from me was my promise that I would forever take care of Marissa and Malia. This will be done. We all had a couple at the OC for you and wished you were there. Go Steelers

Sergeant Donnie Oliverio
Columbus Police Department

January 12, 2005

Sincere condolences to the family of Officer Bryan Hurst and to the members of the Columbus Division of Police.

Detective
Neptune PD, NJ

January 12, 2005

My family would like to express our deepest sympathy to Marissa, Malia and the entire Hurst family. You will be in our hearts and prayers. Bryan, may you rest in peace.

Deputy Jim Cuccarese and family
Delaware County Sheriff's Office

January 12, 2005

Marissa, after reading all of these messages I don't think there is much more to say. I hope you know were are all thinking about you.

Since this took Bryan away from you and your little girl, I find comfort thinking that he can help take care of my little girl til we get there. Even though I didn't know him, I'm sure he'll do a fine job.

Mitch Aleshire
Delaware County Sheriff's Office

January 12, 2005

We are thinking of your family and your department during this difficult time. We are very sorry for your loss. Sounds like Bryant Hurst is one hell of a hero. God speed and stay safe. Take car of one another.

Maine State Police

Trooper Brian P. Scott
Maine State Police

January 12, 2005

Ofc. Hurst and Family,

Sir, I come to this sacred page and Honor You. It is Men like you that make this world a better place to live. You are a Warrior for all that is good. We Honor you Hero, You will never be forgotten and live on in the spirit of those who stand against evil in this world. Your are God's Warrior of Justice and the light in this world. Strength beyond Strength. God Bless Freedom Fighters everywhere. "Poi si 'torno 'all eterna fontana"

Ptl.T.D.HILL
Ontario Police

January 12, 2005

Bryan, first let me thank you for heroic actions on Jan. 6th. I have told Marissa that even though I too wear the uniform I don't know that I could have been as courageous as you were. I could only hope that I can be half the deputy you were an officer.

Secondly Bryan I want to thank you for being such a big support to Marissa over the last year. You made a lot of sacrifices for her and Malia and the ultimate sacrifice for your community.

God Bless You!

Marissa, your strength and strong will have always been character traits that I have respected. You know I am here for you if you need anything.

Christy Bisang

January 12, 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

January 12, 2005

Bryan,
Your family and friends truly honored you yesterday. I feel that I personally knew you by the end of your service. Even though you came from such a large department and Bran a smaller one I can see that truly all cops are really alike in so many ways. It is truly a brotherhood like no other. I know that you and Bran are cruising the great highway together right now. Just to let you in on a secret he too had a nickname...Gump please let Bacon know that we all love him and miss him dearly. You are a true hero and I hope that your family can make it through this journey.

Sara Winfield

January 12, 2005

Bryan,

I didn't personally know you, but we have a lot of top-notch bro's in common. I'm certain we would have eventually run into each other. It's obvious from the caliber of the guys who were around you, that you were squared away. Some people "get it," and some don't. It is clear that you "got it." You were dedicated, courageous, loyal to your family, and lived each day to the fullest.

We went to your service today, the 3rd service for a fallen member of our Central Ohio law enforcement family since October... and we know we did you proud. But just like with Deputy Brandy Winfield and Officer Melissa Foster, there was a constant, cold rain. "Tears from above," they say. Appropriate.

This has truly been a terrible loss to all us brothers-in-blue, but you can rest knowing you did it right. You were committed to saving people in the bank and fearless to the end. Rest in peace now man... and watch over the rest of us.

Officer S.L. Mattison #404
Perry Township Police Dept. (Franklin County, Ohio)

January 12, 2005

I was saddened to hear of another officer taken too soon. To Officer Hurst's wife, I too, have walked in your shoes. If there is anything I can do to help, no matter how big or small, please let me help you get through these tough times.

Dawn Metzger
Fiancee of Officer Ryan Goto, E.O.W. 7-23-2003

January 12, 2005

Well done, Bryan, well done. Your brothers and sisters took over where you left off and captured the coward. Kudos to you and CPD, as you performed flawlessly that fateful Thursday.

God bless you and your family.

January 12, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Bryan Hurst. Losing a friend and coworker is probably one of the hardest things you will go through in your life. Having lost one of our finest so recently, I sympathize with your pain. I hope that Bryan meets Brandy in heaven. He too was a great man. Tell him we miss him Bryan.
Marissa, you are in my thoughts. Please know that there is always someone there for you and you are not alone.
Bryan, you will always be remembered as a true hero. Your beautiful little girl is going to grow up and know that her daddy was one of America's finest. God bless you..

Gretchen
Marion City PD

January 11, 2005

TO THE HURST FAMILY,
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN THIS TIME OF NEED. GOD BLESS BRYAN AND ALL OF YOU.

OFFICER J. BERNER AND K9
GENOA TOWNSHIP POLICE

January 11, 2005

Rest in Peace Brother Hurst. Our hearts go out to his family, friends, and co-workers. May God give you the courage to continue. You are in mine and my family's prayers.

Patrolman Brian Dixon
Clearfield Borough, Pa

January 11, 2005

Heaven cried out tears today was we laid you to rest Gump. No one here was ready for you to go, but rest easy now my brother, your watch on earth is done and you served it well. You were hero in every sense and though our tears may dry, you will always be in our hearts and minds. You will never be forgotten, My Brother of the Thin Blue Line.

Officer R. Bronson Constable
Columbus Division of Police

January 11, 2005

Semper Fi My brother,and may God bless your family.

Officer Wade Morrell
Columbus Division of Police

January 11, 2005

Good lookin' out, Gump! Semper Fi.

Columbus Police

January 11, 2005

The thin blue line was crossed agian and we lost another one of our boys in blue. Tears will fall, tabs will sound, the last call will go out but we will never forget you.~

Rest easy knowing your CPD family will be here to comfort your family and take over your watch, all we will ask of you is to watch over your fellow officers as our angel in blue. You truly are a hero in every sence of the word.
P.S. They caught the coward, he will face his punishment and you will get your justice.

Kylie Robbins
Columbus Police Explorer Post

January 11, 2005

To Officer Bryan Hurst's family, brother and coworkers,
Although I never got to meet Bryan, I have heard a lot about him from his brother, "Kaz" from Toledo who spoke highly of him on all levels. Bryan truly built good friendships, family, a career and life here on earth. You can only imagine what he's building up there - I still would like to meet you one day in Heaven!

Andy Antonio Giovanni

January 11, 2005

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Hurst Family and all members of the Columbus Police Dept. Our thoughts and prayers are with you from your brother and sister officers in the North East.

Detective Robert T. Johnson
Worcester Police Department, Worcester Mass

January 11, 2005

Thank you Bryan Hurst for your service. My family's prayers are with you. Many people from all across the state showed up to your funeral today. You are a hero in everyone's eyes.

Citizen of Columbus

January 11, 2005

God Bless you and your family. Thank you for being one of the "Good Guys".

Rest In Peace

Herb Wiggins
CNY Police Association, Syracuse NY

January 11, 2005

Bryan, I first met you when you were a little boy in West Virginia. I know how proud your mother was of you then and how proud you continued to make her and all of your family throughout your life. You accomplished so much and truly left this world a better place because of you having been in it. I know how much you were loved and how much you will be missed. Rest in peace, Bryan.

Ken Hampton
Family Friend

January 11, 2005