Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the family and friends of Officer Joshua Miktarian and to his fellow officers, and most especially to Joshua:

On behalf of our entire family, we wish to extend condolences for the grievous loss you suffered when Joshua so tragically lost his life. His heroism, valor and bravery will be forever remembered.

May you be continue to be comforted by the support and caring of your law enforcement family, and other police survivors. We grieve for you and with you.

Our family lost our beloved Larry Lasater when he was fatally shot in April of 2005 during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers, so we know the anquish you are experiencing. We know the meaning of lives forever changed because those bullets didn't just kill our beloved officers, but killed a part of everyone who loved them so dearly.

Rest in Peace, Joshua. May your spirit continue to soar and your memory continue to inspire.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Joshua gave to his community and the citizens of Ohio, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on July 13, 2008.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD eow 4/24/05

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

September 21, 2008

I grew up in Twinsburg and I never imagined I'd be posting a reflection about a fallen Twinsburg police officer on a website.

I moved to neighboring communities over the years, but I watched Twinsburg grow into a wonderful, thriving community under Mayor Perici, then Mayor Karabec and now Mayor Procop. My parents were both very community active in town; they loved our city and they rest in peace at Crown Hill, with Officer Miktarian...

I returned to Twinsburg 3 years ago. It's home to me; it was growing up and it always will be. I go to bed at night and I sleep very peacefully. It's that way for me, and for you, because of the generous efforts of the public servants in uniform who keep us safe, like Joshua Miktarian.

I didn't know Officer Miktarian. I wish I had. I generally only thought of our law enforcement officers when I'd be traveling a few miles over the speed limit and I'd pass a cruiser. Since Officer Miktarian's untimely and horrifying death, I now quite often think of the men and women in uniform that selflessly put their lives on the line for you and me, every day. And I pray for them, their families and their safety. I hope everyone reading this will too. They deserve that, and our gratitude.

God bless Holly and Thea Miktarian and the entire family, including Josh's brothers and sisters in uniform.

Theresa M
Twinsburg resident

September 4, 2008

A Mother's Love

Mother's love is something
that no on can explain,
It is made of deep devotion
and of sacrifice and pain,
It is endless and unselfish
and enduring come what may
For nothing can destroy it
or take that love away . . .
It is patient and forgiving
when all others are forsaking,
And it never fails or falters
even though the heart is breaking . . .
It believes beyond believing
when the world around condemns,
And it glows with all the beauty
of the rarest, brightest gems . . .
It is far beyond defining,
it defies all explanation,
And it still remains a secret
like the mysteries of creation . . .
A many splendoured miracle
man cannot understand
And another wondrous evidence
of God's tender guiding hand.

Written by: Helen Steiner Rice

in loving memory ...Josh's Mom

Mindy Barlow
Mother

August 24, 2008

Thank you for your service.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

August 12, 2008

You will not be forgotten.

Officer S.Mason 2469
Columbus Ohio Division of Police

August 12, 2008

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Police Officer Joshua T. Miktarian,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Police Officer Joshua T. Miktarian. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Police Officer Joshua T. Miktarian is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

Anonymous

August 9, 2008

My thoughts & prayers are with you. Rest Easy.

Cindy, Arkansas
sister of slain Officer Randy Basnett, eow 9-24-1976

August 9, 2008

Not even a month has gone by that god took you home and there is a new list of officers on the main page of ODMP that have also been taken???????? WHY?

Anonymous

August 9, 2008

The policeman stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No lord, I guess I ain't,
because those of us who carry a badge
can't always be a saint."

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
that wasn't mine to keep
though I worked a lot of overtime
when the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
though at time I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
among the people here.
They never wanted me around
except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the throne
where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
for the judgment of his god.

"Step forward now, policeman,
you’ve born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
you’ve done your time in hell"

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, TX

August 5, 2008

God always picks the best to be at his side.

Patrol Officer
James City County Police Department

August 5, 2008

Joshua, there is nothing that can be said when we lose a fellow officer, only Heaven has gained another angel that can look down upon the rest of us to keep us safe. As a LEO, I cannot understand why our world is so full of hate and malice. Maybe now GOD himself can let you in on what's happening. I pray for your family, your baby and wife. We will keep them safe and always keep them in our prayers. Your baby girl will one day know how great a man you are and understand the hero you are to the rest of us. Please look down upon the rest of us and keep us safe as we make our own traffic stops and deal with the evil on earth. I'm sorry....Rest in peace.

Anonymous

August 3, 2008

Holly and Thea,
May God give you stregnth in this time of sorrow.
You will be in my prayers.

Dispather/Admin Assitant Cheryl Mueller
Pepper Pike Police Department

July 31, 2008

I attended the bike rally on 7-26-08 and was in awe of the amount of support showed.

We are very proud to live in Twinsburg and we will continue to show support to the entire Twinsburg Police Force thru this very long journey of healing.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Miktarin family and also with Bagio.

Phillip & Rebecca Steinberger
Twinsburg, OH

July 30, 2008

I was also one of the participart on July 26 as well. It was so wondeful to see all the love and support for your family and friends. It was very special day to remember you!!! You made the ultimate sacrifice.!! You are hero...
You will live in our heart and be here in sprirt always!!
God Bless You !!!!

Michelle

July 30, 2008

RIP my brother until we meet again.

robert lester

July 29, 2008

I was one of many participants in the memorial ride on Saturday the 26th. There was much love, respect, and support shown on that day for Josh, his family and all the officers that serve and protect us every day. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.

God Bless all of you-
karen

Karen (no rank)
supporter

July 28, 2008

Rest in peace blue angel. May god wrap his loving arms around you and your family as you start this difficult journey.

Anonymous

July 27, 2008

Its a terrlble thing to hear an officer die. To the family and survivors of this officer, May god bless you for what this officer had done in his life.

Security Officer Donald Robertson
Master Security

July 27, 2008

Josh, the pain eases as each day passes but I still find what happened to you so hard to believe. I know you are watching over all of us from above and that spiritually you will be there to guide Holly and Thea along this difficult path they must follow without you. Please keep them and your fellow officers safe. You will always be a hero in my eyes....rest peacefully, you are safe now.


"Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep

I am a thousand winds that blow
I am the diamond's glint on snow

I am the sunlight on ripened grain
I am the gentle autumn's rain

When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight
I am the soft stars that shine at night

Do not stand on my grave and cry
I am not there. I did not die"
-Unknown

Dispatcher Sara Kozlowski
Oakwood Village PD

July 27, 2008

To the wife and daughter of Officer Joshua Miktarian, may Josh continue to watch over you, as if he were still at home. Have faith, for which Josh will forever be with you. For his life, brought much joy to others. Rest assure he loved you both.

To Officer Joshua Miktarian, May God bless you, your family, and your daughter. You go rest easy brother, we'll take it from here.

Deputy Clifton Cobern
Morgan County Sheriffs Department, WV

July 27, 2008

Josh,
I am sure you looked down today from a much better place, as we gathered to memorialize you with the motorcycle rally. Thank you for keeping as all safe and dry for the ride, and please continue to keep all your brothers in blue safe, as we continue on with our jobs.
Know that your law enforcement family is here for your wife and daughter and will help in any way we can.

You will be missed Josh...but never forgotten.

Deputy John Jerman
Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Office & Blue Knights OH 2

July 27, 2008

Holly and Thea,
You are in my prayers.

Renae
Wife of a police Officer

July 26, 2008

Rest in peace brother. My thoughts are with your family and fellow officers during this difficult time. I pray your daughter one day learns how much of a hero her Dad was....

Lt. Joseph Ward
Jackson, NJ PD

July 26, 2008

God bless you, brother, while you watch over us. All our prayers and thoughts are with your family at this time of loss.

Deputy Michael Platt
Mahoning County Sheriffs Office

July 26, 2008

Josh, you were a good friend, devoted husband and father. You touched many lives and you always knew how to make someone laugh. Baby Thea will know who you are and she will know how great a person you really were. Both Holly and baby Thea will be protected. God Bless you Josh and you will never be forgotten.

R.I.P July 13 2008

Twinsburg Firemans Son Kyle Lewis
TFD Son

July 26, 2008