Kansas City Police Department, Kansas
End of Watch Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Reflections for Police Officer Hunter Simoncic
Officer Simoncic,
You represented the best of the best and undoubtedly left those privileged to know you in a better place. Your dedication to the community and perseverance to become an officer is an amazing story. This was a senseless act of violence, and I hope your family and friends have found some comfort during these difficult times. Rest easy sir and thank you for standing firm defending your community. You will never be forgotten!
Tom
Paramedic
October 9, 2025
We at Nevada Office of Emergency Management extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Hunter Simoncic. His dedication, courage, and service will never be forgotten. Rest in peace, Hero.
Tawanna Wade-Gerchman, 911 Coordinator
Nevada Office of Emergency Management
October 6, 2025
RIP BROTHER
Retired Police Officer
Kansas City,Missouri Badge #1082
October 3, 2025
Thank you for your courage, service and dedication. May God bless him and the family one hundred fold. Eternal Rest grant unto him, Oh Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.
Sybil V
Civilian
September 30, 2025
God bless you Officer Hunter Simoncic, for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the Kansas City Police Department. Rest in Peace Brother.
Officer Jim Drabos (Retired)
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department
September 20, 2025
Rest, brother.
Sgt. Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police
September 18, 2025
Rest in peace brother.
Det.Andreoli
NYPD-Retired
September 18, 2025
My condolences to his family. Gone too soon brother. May God and St. Michael welcome you into their kingdom.
Sgt. A. Torres-Retired
FIU Police Department
September 15, 2025
Rest in peace brother.
Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired
September 13, 2025
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
September 12, 2025
My hear hurts for his family and friends I’m sorry for your loss you all will be in my prayers Rest in Peace brother and thank you for your service God bless you all
Sergeant Alan Wilson II
Osage Nation Police Department
September 7, 2025
Dear Chief of Police Karl A. Oakman:
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 Hunter Simoncic, a brave and dedicated lawman.
The news of Officer Simoncic’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 Officer Simoncic’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 Officer Simoncic 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, Chief Oakman, and the entire Kansas City 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 46+ 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 Hunter Simoncic 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,
Chief (retired) Don P. Jensen Sr. DrE, PGP, PP, PM
September 4, 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 4, 2025
Prayer for a Fallen Officer Hunter Simoncic
Heavenly Father,
We come before You with heavy hearts, mourning the loss of a brave soul who chose a life of service and sacrifice. We give thanks for the courage, dedication, and love this officer showed in protecting others, often placing duty above self.
Lord, embrace them now in Your eternal peace. May their soul find rest in Your presence, free from pain, fear, and the burdens they carried.
We lift up their family, friends, and brothers and sisters in uniform. Wrap them in Your comfort, grant them strength in their grief, and remind them they are not alone. May the legacy of this officer’s service inspire us to live with honor, compassion, and courage.
Bless all who continue to serve, Lord—guard their hearts, shield their lives, and bring them safely home at the end of each day.
In Jesus’ name we pray,
Amen.
Captain Sonny Garcia
New Mexico Mounted Patrol
September 3, 2025
Officer Simonic, 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 almost 2 years of commitment to law enforcement, your family, and the Kansas City Department. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace, Brother!
Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH
September 3, 2025
MY PRAYERS AND HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES ARE WITH OFFICER SIMONCIC AND HIS LOVED ONES. REST IN PEACE BROTHER, YOU HAVE MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE. GODSPEED.
INV. RICH WYNN, RET.
WILL COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT., ILL.
September 2, 2025
Thank you Officer Simoncic for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers to your family, friends and department at this difficult time. RIP
Trooper Joe Dellwo (Retired)
Minnesota State Patrol
September 1, 2025
On behalf of Point 27, we would like to offer condolences for Officer Hunter Simoncic. Please know we are eternally grateful for Hunter’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.
To honor Officer Hunter Simoncic, Point 27 sent Thin Blue Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9, to the Kansas City Police Department in Kansas City, Kansas for Hunter’s partner and fellow officers. Point 27 also sent Folded Flag Necklaces engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Officer Hunter Simoncic’s family.
Point 27 is a Non-Profit organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, with God’s Word inscribed on Shields of Strength jewelry.
We will never forget and we are forever grateful for Hunter.
Respectfully,
Colonel David Dodd,
United States Army Retired
Executive Director-Point 27
Linda Rhodes
Surviving Wife of Detective Jerry M. Rhodes, Dallas Police Department Retired
Point 27 National Outreach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
linrhodes@yahoo.com
972-978-5325
Linda Rhodes
September 1, 2025
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
September 1, 2025
Officer Simoncic,
I'm so sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Thank you for your service to the people of Kansas City. I will pray for your parents and brother, as well as your friends, loved ones and colleagues.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God”. – Matthew 5:9
Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)
September 1, 2025
Rest in Peace Officer Simoncic. 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
August 31, 2025
Rest in peace brother.
Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired
August 30, 2025
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 (Retired)
August 29, 2025
Rest easy hero thank you for your service may your sacrifice or memory never fade.
Retired #8046 Jerry Matalone
Des Moines Iowa Police Department
August 29, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Police Officer Hunter Simoncic and the extended law enforcement family of the Kansas City Police Department, Kansas.
End of Watch Tuesday, August 26, 2025
Rest in Peace brother and watch over us. We will protect and serve from here on in your honor.
I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, but tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.
By Jon F. Hooper
"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorneys General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation
August 29, 2025