Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Police Officer Jesse Branch, my deepest condolences to your family, friends and to your Department. I thank you for your many years of brave service to all of us. May God Bless you and keep you now. Rest In Peace, Brother.

Mary Milam
Sergeant (Ret)
Chicago Police Department

Leesburg. FL

November 29, 2024

Dear Director Kendall Kingbird Sr.:

I hope this reflection 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 Police Officer Jesse Branch, a brave and dedicated professional.

The news of Police Officer Jesse Branch’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 Police Officer Jesse Branch’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 Police Officer Jesse Branch 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 of knowing him.

To you, Director Kingbird, and the entire Red Lake Nation Police Department, 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 Police Officer Jesse Branch, a brave and dedicated lawman, 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)

November 29, 2024

RIP Officer Branch. Prayers of comfort to your family and loved ones.

Deputy Sheriff (Ret) Glen Allison
Tarrant County S O Ft Worth Texas

November 29, 2024

My condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the family , friends and colleagues who served to protect his community. God have him resting and assured that he is in the place of all places, HEAVEN.

Rafael D Martinez
US Navy ⚓️veteran

November 29, 2024

RIP Hero. May you forever spend your eternal life with our dear Lord in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones. Our country is now a little less safe without you. Thank you for your service.

HEROES NEVER DIE....

Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

November 29, 2024

God rest your soul, Officer Branch. 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.

Investigator Christopher Port (Ret.)
California Highway Patrol, Valley Div. MAIT

November 29, 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

November 29, 2024

Rest in peace Brother Jesse, you are a true American Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.


Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 07/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham (retired)
Sand Springs OK PD, Tulsa Police Department

November 29, 2024

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (retired)
Mobile County Child Support

November 29, 2024

Rest in Peace my brother.

Captain (Ret.) Bernard Flint
Department of Defense / Police Division

November 29, 2024

Rest in peace.

J.R.

November 29, 2024

Rest in Peace Officer Branch. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, coworkers and friends.

Lieutenant Robert T. Mote (ret)
Buena Park, CA Police Department

November 29, 2024

Rest in Peace…

Retired Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

November 29, 2024

Officer Branch, 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 17 years of commitment to law enforcement, your family, and the Red Lake Nation Police Department. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace, Brother!

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

November 28, 2024

Requiescat in Paces

Police Officer Mike O'Connor
Branford CT PD

November 28, 2024

Thank you for your service.

Dmytro Goloborodko

November 28, 2024

Psalm 15
God bless.
Rest in peace brother.

Sgt. Paul Schanno
Minnesota Dept. of Corrections MCF-Stillwater

November 28, 2024

Rest In Peace Police Officer Jesse Branch! Thank you for your 17 years of service with the Red Lake Nation Police Department, Tribal Police and for your service as a Detention Officer with the Red Lake Detention Center. We thank you for your devotion and your sacrifices, and also to your family and your friends for their sacrifices. Our hearts break for your Family and for your Friends during this terrible tragedy, and we want them to know that you will never be forgotten! Our thoughts and Prayers also go out to all of your sisters and brothers in Blue that protect us. God bless you all!! (Matthew 5:9)

Eddie & Kelly King

November 28, 2024

Rest in peace, Officer Branch. Praying for your loved ones.

Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY

November 28, 2024

God rest his soul.

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

November 28, 2024

Rest in peace brother

Reserve Officer Steve Durfee
Retired

November 28, 2024

Thank you Officer Branch for your dedicated and selfless service to the people of the Red Lake Nation for over 17 years. Your life mattered! Sending prayers of sympathy and condolences to your family and your coworkers. May you rest in peace!

Captain (Retired) Mike Culler
Winston-Salem NC Police Department

November 28, 2024

Rest in Peace, and thank you for your dedication. Thought's and prayers to the family, friends and the Department.

Ptl. B L Waltz (Ret)
Avon Lake PD OH

November 28, 2024

Thank you for your service.

Tim Liddell
CA Hwy Patrol 5342 ( retired )

November 28, 2024

Heavenly Father, Lord our God, you are always faithful and quick to show mercy. Our brother, Police Officer Jesse Branch, of the Red Lake Nation MN Tribal Police, was suddenly and violently taken from us; during a traffic collision in the "Line-of-Duty". Come swiftly to his aid, have mercy on him, and comfort his family, friends, and colleagues by the power and protection of the cross. In the mighty and holy Name of the Lord Jesus Christ, and by His authority, I pray. Amen.

God's Mission for America's Peace Officers:

"The policeman [peace officer] is sent by God to help you. But if you are doing something wrong, of course you should be afraid, for he [she] will have you punished. He [She] is sent by God for that very purpose." [Romans 13:4 TLB]

Scripture Verses of Hope, Comfort, and Support from "The Law Enforcement Officer's Bible":

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons [children] of God." [Matthew 5:9 CSB];

"No one has greater love than this: to lay down his life for his friends." [John 15:13 CSB]

"Truly I tell you, today you will be with me [Jesus Christ] in paradise." [Luke 23:43 CSB], and;

"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." [Matthew 5:4 CSB].

Chaplain Steven R, Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA
Ordained/Licensed/Certified Independent Christian Outreach Clergy
Ministry: Chaplain for America's Peace Officers
Member: Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers - USA

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)

November 28, 2024