Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace Motor carrier Kerstetter.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

September 16, 2024

Dear Colonel James F. Grady II:

I hope this letter finds you well, though I understand it is an incredibly tough time for you and everyone connected to your department. I am writing to extend my heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences for the loss of Motor Carrier Officer Daniel Kerstetter, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Motor Carrier Officer Kerstetter’s death has deeply saddened me and my entire family. The sacrifice that he made while protecting and serving your community is a testament to the selfless and courageous nature of law enforcement officers like him. We can never truly understand the risks and challenges faced by those in law enforcement, and we are forever indebted to them for their unwavering commitment to keeping us safe.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Motor Carrier Officer Kerstetter’s family and colleagues during this immensely challenging time. Their loss is immeasurable, and we can only hope that the outpouring of support from the community can offer some comfort in these trying times.

In times like these, we must remember the positive impact Motor Carrier Officer Kerstetter had on countless lives throughout his life and career. The memories of his dedication, kindness, and professionalism will remain etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege to know him.

To you, Colonel Grady, and the entire Michigan State Police, my family and I want to express our gratitude for the vital work you do each day, often in the face of danger and adversity. The sacrifice of your fallen colleague serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that come with your line of duty. Despite the risks, you continue to serve with integrity and unwavering commitment, and for that, we are immensely thankful.

Having served 44+ years as a Law Enforcement Professional, my family stands with you during this time of mourning. Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything we can do to support your fallen hero’s family, you, and your department during this difficult period.

May the memories of Motor Carrier Officer Kerstetter, a brave and dedicated professional, be a source of strength and may his legacy inspire others to follow in his footsteps of honor and service. We will forever be indebted to the sacrifice he made to keep us safe.

With deepest sympathy,

Don P. Jensen Sr. - PM, PP, PGP, DrE
Chief of Police (retired)

September 16, 2024

Hero never forgotten. Prayers to family blood and blue.

BLR
Retired Texas dispatcher

September 16, 2024

Another "Hero" taken.
You helped make this world a safer place to live.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Prayers to your loved ones and to your department.

Det. Billy Russo, (Ret.)
Nassau County PD, NY

September 16, 2024

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Ret.

September 16, 2024

My deepest condolences to Officer Kerstetter’s family, friends and colleagues. This is sad. God have mercy on his soul.Everyone who knew you will miss you. Thank you for your service Dear Officer.

US Navy ⚓️Veteran Rafael Martínez
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September 16, 2024

Rest in peace my brother

Trooper (Retired) Travis Qualls
Arizona Highway Patrol (DPS)

September 16, 2024

On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Motor Carrier Officer, Daniel Kerstetter, in the line of duty. It is always a huge loss when a fellow Motor Carrier Officer makes the ultimate sacrifice. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

September 16, 2024

Rest Brother

Officer/EMT Shannon Yates
Collins Police Department (MS)

September 16, 2024

God bless you Dan Kerstetter. Thank you for protecting your community and defending us from evil. Thank you for protecting the dangerous roads and all who travel on them. I hope to shake your hand and salute your bravery in Heaven one day. Much peace, honor and empathy for your wife and three children.

Grateful citizen Ryan P.

September 16, 2024

Thank you for your service.

Dmytro Goloborodko

September 16, 2024

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (retired)
Mobile County Child Support

September 16, 2024

MY PRAYERS AND MOST HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES ARE WITH MOTOR CARRIER OFFICER KERSTETTER AND HIS LOVED ONES. REST IN PEACE BROTHER. GODSPEED.

INV. RICH WYNN, RET.
WILL COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT., ILL.

September 16, 2024

Rest in peace Brother....My thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of your agency during this most difficult and tragic time

LT. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD

September 16, 2024

Rest in peace.

J.R.

September 16, 2024

This tragedy is a reminder of how life can change in mere seconds. MCO Dan Kerstetter continues to give, even after passing from earth. His selfless gift of organ donations have no doubt saved lives of others. We will always remember his services to the people of Michigan. My prayers for comfort, peace and healing for the Kerstetter family. Your beloved Dan is in the loving arms of Jesus.

Mom of a Michigan State Trooper x 2

September 16, 2024

“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service (Retired)

September 16, 2024

My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Motor Carrier Officer Daniel Kerstetter during this difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Motor Carrier Officer Daniel Kerstetter.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

September 16, 2024

Trooper Kerstetter, a police officer should be remembered not by how he died but by how he lived! A brave man has left to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you for your year of commitment to law enforcement, your family, and the Michigan State Police. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace, Brother!

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

September 16, 2024

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 16, 2024

RIP BROTHER

Sgt Theresa Davis (retired)
Lapeer County Sheriff

September 16, 2024

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York

September 16, 2024

RIP Officer Kerstetter. May your family find peace after such a tragic loss. Thank you for your service in keeping our roads a bit safer, with a tough job keeping the public roads a bit safer from the pressures of the commercial trucking industry.

Ivan Voronin, Officer
Fairbanks Airport Police

September 16, 2024

Prayers for the Officers family and Department.

Chief Richard Clark
Utica Indiana Police Department

September 16, 2024

May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Officer Kerstetter.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

September 16, 2024