Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

our thoughts and prayers are with your family and agency during this difficult time. thank you for your service.

Session 23
Zone 5 RLETA

October 27, 2025

Thank you for your service Sergeant Duran. Prayers to your family and the men and women of the El Reno Police Department.

Chief William M. Renye
Grand Blanc Township Police Department

October 27, 2025

PROTECTORS PRAYER

LORD, YOU HAVE ALREADY WON THE BATTLES I WILL FACE TODAY.

I REST IN YOUR SOVEREIGNTY KNOWING YOU HAVE APPOINTED ME
FOR THIS DUTY.

THE POWER THAT CREATED EVERYTHING LIVES IN ME THROUGH YOUR SPIRIT, LET ME FEAR NOTHING.

GIVE ME THE COURAGE OF DAVID, THE STRENGHT OF SAMSON, WISDOM SOLOMON AND THEGRACE OF YOUR SON, JESUS.

WHILE I AM AWAY PROTECT MY FAMILY, LET ME RETURN UNHARMED. PREPARE THEIR HEARTS SHOULD TODAY BE THE DAY I MEET YOU FACE TO FACE.

LET ME SERVE THE PEOPLE OF THIS BLESSED COUNTRY AND COMMUNITY WITH A SERVANT'S HEART; BEING QUICK TO LISTEN, SLOW TO SPEAK, AND SLOW TO BECOME ANGRY.

LORD YOU HAVE GIVEN ME GREAT RESPONSIBILITY. HELP ME TO PROTECT THE VULNERABLE AND INNOCENT.

WHEN THE MOMENT CALLS, ALLOW ME TO SHOW COMPASSION AND HUMILITY TO THOSE WHO CROSS MY PATH.

WHEN FACED WITH EVIL, LET MY ACTIONS BE DEFINITIVE, IMPERTIAL, AND ABOVE REPROACH.

PROTECT MY BROTHER TO MY LEFT AND MY SISTER TO MY RIGHT AS WE RESPOND FEARLESSLY, WITHOUT HESITATION TO THE UNKNOWN

FOR HIS GLORY

David P Strawn Firefighter (retired)
Dayton Ohio Fire Depart

October 27, 2025

May the Lord hold your family and friends close as they grieve. You were welcomed by the Lord into heaven and join all the fallen peacemakers. Bless you all. My prayers are with you and your department

Linda Gibson
Citizen

October 26, 2025

Rest in Peace…

Retired Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

October 26, 2025

May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Sgt. Duran

October 26, 2025

God bless you Brave Warrior

K9 Sergeant Kevin Waters in
Indiana State Police

October 26, 2025

" Fallen Heroes Are Never Forgotten"
Please accept our deepest sympathies
West Boylston Police Department
West Boylston Massachusetts

Patrolman David Westerman
West Boylston Police Department

October 26, 2025

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

October 26, 2025

Such a sudden end of watch for such a good man. I feel grief for his family and for his brothers and sisters who serve with him on the thin blue line. May his memory be a blessing.

Chris Kassabian Schaefer
USMCR-R

October 25, 2025

My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Sergeant Thomas Duran 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 Sergeant Thomas Duran.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit Police Officer Jennifer T Fettig wow 02/16/2004

October 25, 2025

Rest in Peace Sgt. Duran. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Duran Family and the El Reno Police Department.

Cpl. Gary Hughes (Retired)
Passaic County Sheriff's Office New Jersey

October 25, 2025

Sergeant Duran,

Thank you for your service to the people of your community. And for donating your organs. Even in death, you reached out to positively impact other lives. Rest in peace. I will pray for your wife and kids, as well as the rest of your family, friends, loved ones and colleagues.

Greater love has no one than this, that a person will lay down his life for his friends. - John 15:13

Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)

October 25, 2025

Dear Chief of Police Ken W Brown:

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 Sergeant Thomas Duran, a brave and dedicated lawman.

The news of Sergeant Duran’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 Sergeant Duran’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 Sergeant Duran 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 Brown, and the entire El Reno 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 Sergeant Thomas Duran 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

October 25, 2025

Rest Now Brother

Officer/EMT Shannon Yates
Collins Police Department (MS)

October 25, 2025

I had the honor of "field training" Duran during his short lateral to the Enid Police Department. A well seasoned officer with more experience than I even had at the time. Yet, Duran was still humble and willing to go through the motions. We spent the time working as if we were a two man unit and I would forget I was supposed to be "evaluating" him.

Even after being released as a solo officer Duran was always a professional officer day in and out. He'd be one of those Officers you were glad to hear and see show up to back a call because you were in good hands.

He held his family in the highest regards and I'm so sad to see him go. RIP brother.

Inspector David Sneed
US Dept of Homeland Security/Federal Protective Service

October 25, 2025

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Retired

October 25, 2025

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice for the public. My prayers are with you and your family.
RIP

Judy Cheatwood, retired Corrections
ODOC

October 25, 2025

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (retired)
Mobile County Investigation and Recovery (Child Support Enforcement)

October 25, 2025

Condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of this great man who was their to serve and protect his community. God have mercy on his soul. May he is now in a better place.

US NAVY ⚓️ Vet Rafael Martinez
NAVY

October 25, 2025

Rest in peace Sergeant Thomas Duran! Thank you for your 14 years of service with the El Reno Police Department and for your previous service with the Edmond Police Department in Oklahoma. 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 Wife, your Children, the rest of your Family, all of your Friends and all of your Sisters and Brothers in Blue that also protect us. We want them to know that you will never be forgotten! God bless you all!! (Matthew 5:9)

Eddie & Kelly King

October 25, 2025

Rest in peace, and God bless my brother.

Ken Labuda - Patrolam
Evanston Ill. P.D. Retired

October 25, 2025

Thank you for your service Sergeant Thomas Duran !!!!!

Sergeant David Dufault (Ret)
Hartford Police Dept

October 25, 2025

Rest in peace brother Duran. Your time here is done, and you have done well. Thank you for your 14 years of service to your community and state. You are gone, but will never be forgotten in spirit. Blessings to your family, friends, co-workers and the rest of the public safety family.

The blood of Hero's never dies. "Dave Bray"

Jesse Cook, Corporal - Retired
Georgia Dept of Natural Resources - Law Enforcement Division

October 25, 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

October 25, 2025