Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for Holly, Thea and all of Josh's family and friends. You will be in our thoughts and prayers and we will NEVER forget.

Lt. Joseph and Christina Davis
Richfield Police Dept

July 21, 2008

To the Miktarian Family,
My 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. That will help you through the difficult times and it will make you smile.. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Be strong... Josh is a HERO.!!!! Josh is your Angel in Blue... He always be there in your heart and in spirit... God Bless You All!!!

Michelle Dratch

July 21, 2008

I praise God for this Officer's service and pray for the peace to come to the family.

Lt. Gary L. Langston
Choctaw Nation Tribal Police Of Oklahoma

July 21, 2008

Ofc. Miktarian,

My condolences to your family, friends, and co-workers. Continue to keep watch from above.

Jennifer Aaron
Surviving Spouse of Duke G. Aaron, III (EOW 07/20/04)

July 21, 2008

I'm sorry. there is so little i can say. I know your suffering and I will never let anyone forget your husband and what he has done for his community and our country. I'm just.. so very very sorry. May God wrap His embrace around you and your precious baby in your time of greatest torment and suffering and perhaps one day walk with you on the journey into healing. there are no words to articulate my sorrow and understanding. you are in my prayers now and forever. your tears are my tears, your pain is my pain. I know that our dear, sweet men have now met in Heaven and Joshua was welcomed with open arms.

survivor of a fallen officer in kentucky

Anonymous

July 20, 2008

May God Fill your Hearts with peace. Im sure Officer Miktarian was a fine officer and good person. We all grieve as a family.

Once a police officer always a police officer !!

Patrolman Vince Ficeti
Cortland, Ohio P.D.

July 20, 2008

Thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice. You will not be forgotten

Dan
Youngstown area

July 20, 2008

God Bless You, Ptl. Miktarian. You are a true hero and were called to Heaven well before your time. None of this tragedy makes sense. I pray that God gives your wife Holly the strength to get through these difficult days ahead. I'm sorry that your daughter will never know you, but caring people that love you will make sure she knows how much you loved her and how much she meant to you and Holly. Rest in peace, Josh.

Anonymous
Ohio

July 20, 2008

Josh my thoughts and prays go out to you and your family. May peace be with your brothers and sisters at Twinsburg PD during this tragic time. Rest in peace my follow brother.

Deputy Adam D. Klepper
Erie County S.O.

July 20, 2008

Holly, God bless you and your baby. I hope time will ease your pain and suffering. I'm truly sorry you suffered such a tragic loss. Rest assured that Josh won't be forgotten. My prayers are with you and your entire family.

Anonymous

July 20, 2008

Joshua how do I explain to our daughter what this man did to you, to me and to our family? How will she ever understand why someone would take you from her at 3 1/2 months of age? It isnt right and it isnt fair.

I miss you every second of the day.
I love you.
Holly

Anonymous

July 20, 2008

I worked for many years as an emergency room nurse and grew to respect the work done by all police officers. The loss of one is a tragedy for us all. To the wife and daughter of this brave officer I send my deepest sympathies on your loss. Officer Miktarian gave his life so that the world would be safer for all of us. Know that many will share your pain at the loss of your loved one. Thank you officer Miktarian for your sacrifice. Rest in peace.
Claudia RN

Claudia Private citizen

July 20, 2008

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Twinsburg Police Department. May peace be with you during this tragic time. We grieve with you and know that your Hero will never be forgotten. To Officer Miktarian's family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

The CSPD Wives Association
Colorado Springs Police Department

July 20, 2008

Your watch is ended. May our Heavenly Father watch over your family and friends during this tragic time. May your soul walk carefully and proudly into everlasting life. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in God’s peace my friend, you deserve it. These are "American Heroes" who just yesterday were women and men just doing their job!
REV

Chaplain Michael Grinnals
Camillus Police Department

July 19, 2008

Josh,
Even though I am leaving the department after many years, your love of the job and laughter you brought to the department will be thought of each day of my life. I was glad I was still here to pay tribute to you and the ultimate sacrifice you gave.
Thank you for your dedication!

Ptl. Robert Hilton #16
Twinsburg PD

July 19, 2008

Thank you for your service to your community and your country. Rest in peace.

Kathy

July 19, 2008

May your family be consoled by the fact that you will never be forgotten. And that we all can sleep well knowing that officers like you have made the world a safer place for the rest of us.

Louise Dunn
Former dispatcher (HPD & APD)

July 19, 2008

I am honored to have worked with you on several occasions. Rest in peace brother, your sacrifice will never be forgotten....

Detective Edward Carlile
Northfield Village PD

July 19, 2008

Josh, No words can explain how I feel for you, our friendship, what we have gone through and what we all have lost. I know you probably don't want me to mourn your death the way that I am and for that reason I am sorry. I wish I could turn back the hands of time and been there for you but I know I can't. I'll be looking forward to the day that I see you again.
I LOVE YOU BROTHER

Ptl. David J. Fenske
Twinsburg P.D./friend

July 19, 2008

I met Josh a little over ten years when he worked with us briefly before joining Twinsburg PD. Unfortunately for me, it was an introduction and an occasional passing in the hall so I am not blessed my knowing him moreso. It is a tragic result of a thoughtless, irresponsible, and heinous act. Holly and Thea - you are in my family's prayers.

Josh - rest in peace knowing that you have done an excellent job, one that will be honored by others continuing your work and sharing your passion to improve this world.

Ptl. Cheryl Desko and family
Cuyahoga Falls PD, Ohio

Ptl. Cheyl Desko
Cuyahoga Falls Police Dept

July 19, 2008

Rest in peace, your sacrifice will not be forgotten. "Stronger love hath no man than this, a man who lay down his life for his friends" John 13:15

Griffin Kirsch
Temperance, Michigan

July 19, 2008

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Miktarian and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever.

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Miktarian, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Miktarian is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family, and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

For those who pledge to uphold it, Freedom requires a sacrifice the protected will never know.

Special Agent
FBI New York

July 19, 2008

We may never understand it,
the risks these brave ones take,
but occasionally we see a bit
of the difference their lives make.

Some do it for the action,
others find it a callin'.
All find the satisfaction,
and few become the fallen.

Being an officer is what he loved,
To him as good as it gets.
Law was what he dreamed of,
He would have no regrets.

And though it saddens all of us
to lose him in this way
He knew how an officer must
Live life to the fullest everyday.


Know that you will not be forgotten. Not your smile, or your music, or your practical jokes, or the lessons you passed on while you were with us. You will not be forgotten. Rest now. We have the watch.

LE Ranger Elizabeth Blair
National Park Service--JNEM, St. Louis

July 19, 2008

my deepest respect and thoughts go to you,your family and fellow officers.thanks for keeping this world safer! rest in peace! belgium(europe)

francky wygers

July 19, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Officer Miktarian in this difficult time. May he rest in peace.

Mark Schilli
DEA-St. Louis

July 19, 2008