Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Briese was an amazing human. Unbelievable work ethic and always had a positive attitude no matter what. I still have his goofy laugh stuck in my head.

He had been living on his own since he was 16, working and going to high school. He continued that work ethic through the remaining years of his life and brought it to the Academy.

He was and is an amazing friend. I know he'll be up there, with his dad, watching over us. He is my guardian Angel.

Yesterday, a group of us went to the Arizona Peace Officer Memorial to reminisce on the effect Briese had on all of our lives.

Briese went out, guns blazing, doing what he loved.

Briese, I know your father is proud of you and im sure is happy to have you home. Your watch is over now brother, rest easy, we've got it from here.

Officer Joshua Briese
EOW: 06/01/2024

CPL Anthony Stretton
Eloy Police Department

June 2, 2025

Yesterday was one year since you left us brother. A group of us went to the Arizona Peace Officer Memorial in Phoenix to reflect on the impact you had in all of our lives. This will be a tradition every year, I promise you will not be forgotten! We've got the watch brother. Please continue to watch over us all and keep everyone safe. I take you with me on every call, every shift and every day of my life.

Cpl Anthony Stretton
Eloy Police Department

June 2, 2025

Thank you so much, Officer Briese, for your time as a Police Officer serving the residents of Gila River. God is watching over you and your family. Rest in peace, Officer Briese.

River Brazwell
Supportive Civilian

June 1, 2025

You will be forever in my heart Josh not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Both you and your dad's lifes were both cut too short and way to soon. Your no longer in pain and you with our others loved ones left too soon too. I believe your standing watch over us all and cracking jokes with your dad. You both are gone but will never be forgotten and this mama will continue your mission

Mother and spouse to 2 Briese men
One strong mama

April 5, 2025

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.

Author Unknown

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

September 10, 2024

Rest, brother.

Sgt. Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

July 6, 2024

Our prayers and thoughts go out to the family and colleagues in this great time of need. I ask that we continue to think of all who are suffering from this horrible loss and lean into God for comfort and peace.

Thank You for your son, your brother and for his devotion to serve. Bless you for sharing him with us.

2Cor. 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort,
2Cor. 1:4 who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.
(2 Corinthians 1:3-4 NKJV)

Chaplain Steven Spry
Westminster Police Department

June 29, 2024

Officer Joshua Briese, I am so sorry that your last call to duty ended in such a horrible way. You went there to help, and then your life was taken. It takes a very special person
to be willing to help others, while being in dangerous situations. You were very brave. Rest in peace young officer.

Yvonne Buoncora Civilian
Concerned citizen

June 23, 2024

Rest in peace brother

Lieutenant John Cooner
Monroe City Fire Department

June 19, 2024

Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice!

Cpt Larry Meyers
NYPD

June 16, 2024

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called sons of God. RIP Officer, you will not be forgotten.

Patrolman James Murray
Chicago Police Department (Retired)

June 15, 2024

Such a tragic ending to father and son. Both dedicated their lives to protecting others and made the ultimate sacrafice. Bless their family as they have suffered way to much. Rest in Peace Brothers

TFC (Retired) Len Widener
Connecticut State Police

June 13, 2024

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Officer Briese. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Gila River Police Department.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

June 11, 2024

Your tour is done
The price has been paid
To have such a brave Officer respond respond there that day
Though you have moved on
Your memory will remain
So rest in peace brother
We have the watch from this day.

Det. Michael Kelly (Ret.)
NYPD

June 11, 2024

Josh.
Though you were only with my squad for a short time during your training I could tell you were dedicated and driven to be the best in your chosen career. I did not know your father, but I am sure he is very proud of you. rest easy.

Sergeant jimmy Walker
Gila River Police Department

June 10, 2024

Rest In Peace Brother!!

Undersheriff Victor Manata
Union County Sheriff’s Office ( New Jersey )

June 9, 2024

So sad to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers, and friends.

Reserve Police Officer Retired G. Krysto
Los Angeles Police Department

June 9, 2024

Rest in peace

Agente Eliezer Rosario
Puerto Rico Police

June 8, 2024

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain


Pittsburgh PD

June 8, 2024

When say my prayers, you and your father will be remembered forever. I believe you are in Heaven. I believe in Heaven and I offer my prayers as well to your family and friends. God Bless them. God Bless the NYPD. God Bless all those who take an oath to protect strangers because of the love in their hearts.

Police Officer Edward F Ulon Jr
NYPD

June 7, 2024

Your family were filled with loyal servants. Your bravely and compassion was evident. You join your dad in the blue sky. My prayers are with all those who grieve

Citizen
Civilian

June 7, 2024

May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten. God Bless You. Your Family, & Friends.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

June 7, 2024

May God Bless you and your service

E8 Curtis Matthews
US MARINES MILITARY POLICE

June 6, 2024

God bless you brave warrior.

K9 Sergeant KEVIN Waters
Indiana State Police

June 6, 2024

May God's hand of peace and comfort be on the surviving family and the rest of the Department.

Chaplain Jesse White
Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop D

June 5, 2024