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for Brian Etheridge
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Britney Etheridge
November 12, 2014
I Love You Brian , Your A Blessing
Erica McKinney
December 20, 2009
I knew Brian when he and his brother worked at El Paso Animal Clinic years ago. He was a quiet and shy person, but a hard worker. I consider him a hero though he would probably disagree. I could never be as brave. My thoughts and prayers go to his family this difficult time of year.
Becca
November 10, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Leslie Fisher
October 9, 2009
May God give your family peace in the knowledge that your son, husband and father died a hero and a great man. There's a special place in heaven, at the right hand of God, for men like him.
mary & bob moore
October 9, 2009
Our son, a serving Wichita Firefighter, attended Deputy Etheridge's
funeral as part of the honour guard. On the same day we gave tribute
to the life of a young Dartmouth (UK) soldier killed in action on service
in Afghanistan.
Our thoughts and hearts go out to you at this sad time when we seem
to stand helplessly by and watch as mindless violence takes away
our loved ones and tears at families both home and away.
You are in our daily thoughts and prayers.
Mary Moore (Ex Wichita Resident) and husband Bob - Dartmouth
England.
Al Liebno
October 7, 2009
I did not know Brian or his family but I do have a nephew on the Sheriff's Department who is a close friend of Brian. But it impacts us all who serve in Law Enforcement when a brother is lost. Ever since my nephew called and told me of Brian's passing you all have been in my thoughts and prayers. May God support and comfort you through the many tough days ahead. We are grateful for Brian's service and mourn his passing. God bless you all.
Retired Md. Trooper
Brenda
October 6, 2009
Thank you Brian for all you gave. God bless and stand beside your family in this most difficult of times.
An appreciative Wichitian, of all our law enforcement
Again I thak you, rest in peace my friend, till we meet again.
Brooke
October 6, 2009
I did not know Brian, nor do I know any of the family, but you have all been on my mind since I heard of his passing. It takes very special and brave individuals to face the evil of the world as law enforcement officers. I am grateful for his service, and sympathetic to those of you he left behind. May God Bless You.
October 6, 2009
I am sorry for your loss and I pray God comforts you. Your husband is a Hero.
John 15:13
Lori Palmer
WPD retired
Lisa Hanson
October 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Russell Casement
October 4, 2009
Lets all try harder to respect law enforcement and all who serve and place their lives on the line for the good of mankind. This is the living memorial we can offer for Brian Etheridge, and his family. May God bless you in your time of sorrow, and may his love encompass your lives.
Mary Dungan
October 4, 2009
I have precious family members in Wichita.Law enforcement is my comfort while they are far from home. Brave men and women put their lives in danger every day to make sure others are safe. Deputy Etheridge will be missed by his community.My condolences to his family and friends.
Sharla Speer-Ellithorp
October 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm a dispatcher with Derby and was working that day. Many of our officers were there and it was my first experience with this type of incident. I will never forget it. My heart goes out to the family.
Shiloh Gates
October 4, 2009
Heaven now has another angel. God Bless and watch over the Ethridge family.
October 4, 2009
Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with Brian's family and friends. He was a hero who gave his life defending his community.
Rick and Nancy Mueller (Retired, Sedgwick County Sheriff Department)
Jones Family
October 4, 2009
With a sad heart my family and I express our deepest condolences to Mrs. Brian Etheridge. On a beautiful autmn day a true and consumate law enforecement professional was unjustly taken from his community and his family. Brian is a hero and role model for all of todays youth. My family's prayers will be with you everyday. May God bless you and your daughter each and every day.
Karen
October 4, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with all who knew Brian, he is enjoying all the wonders of heaven and watching over you. Blessings of the Lord be upon you always!
Chris Mccandless
October 3, 2009
Another great Kansan dies defending justice. May the Lord rest his soul.. What a hero!!!!!!
Jimmy Fulton
October 3, 2009
I didn't know you, I wish I had, you are a true hero in every meaning of the word. It is a shame you had to go the way you did and so young. May God bless your spirit as you enter his kingdom and may your family and friends, and those of us, like me, who never had the pleasure and honor of knowing you, take comfort in knowing that we will see you again someday!! May you Rest In Peace always!!
Pam Warren
October 3, 2009
It is with a very heavy heart that I send these condolences to the family of one of my former first grade students. My memory of Brian is of a little boy with a sweet, quiet spirit. He was an attentive, compliant, and courteous student. It was no surprise for me to hear that he had grown to become a dedicated officer of the law, sworn to serve and protect others. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this tragic time. May God wrap His loving arms around you and comfort you.
George Edwards II
October 3, 2009
Words will never express our gratitude for a job well done. Your duty and dedication has placed you in the highest of places. You stood in place when others would run, you did a job not respected by some, but from this former law man, I hold you in great honor and respect, JOB WELL DONE!
Your wife and daughter has lost a great man, they will be taken care of as you would have wanted it.
Cade Butler
October 3, 2009
Brian -- I think we crossed paths while you were at K-State because your face looks so familiar to me. Unfortunately, I never had the chance to know you on a personal level. However, everything said about you indicates you were a great person. This world would be a much better place if there were more people like you.
You died suppporting your family, upholding your beliefs, and ensuring the safety of others. For that, you are a hero. A true role model. God bless you and your family, and may you rest in peace.
October 3, 2009
My son served in the State Trooper's honor guard for your husband. I have been praying for you and your family all week, asking our Lord, Jesus Christ, to wrap you in a cover of love, and to somehow, in a very real way, let you know that life will be OK.
With deepest sympathies,
Alice McGuire
Coffeyville, KS
October 3, 2009
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Keep the memories of him in your heart and treasure the good times that you had. Go with God
Carla
October 3, 2009
I would like to express my sincere condololences to the wife of Brian E. I cannot say that I understand your hurt and pain as I have never walked in your shoes. But I can say that I have a son that's 21 that had become really interested in Law Enforcement. I dread exactly this happening, as a mother and having to sit in your seat one day.I sympathize with you tremendously. When all your family, friends and deputy family have returned home to go on with their lives, I want you to know that their will be trying times of lonliness, questions, if's and whys. Just know that theirs only one person that can get you through all of this and thats God. I will continue to pray for you and your family.Hold on and Be Strong. Smile when times get difficult. Imagine Brian; smiling knowing that he left a Hero Wife behind to carry on what he has left behind. May God Bless you.
Janis Watkins
October 3, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you who loves Brian. May memories of him bring you comfort as you continue in this difficult time. I am so sorry about your loss. Gods love, comfort and blessings be with you all.
October 3, 2009
Sarah and family,
I was absolutely devastated to hear about the loss of Brian and I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Find strength in the Lord to get through this time. Your ADPi sisters are always here for you.
Love,
Sarah Vanderweide and Family
Sonja Johnson
October 3, 2009
May God bless your family in your time of need. Raise your baby girl knowing who her daddy was and that he was and will always be a hero.
Honor him with the love and knowledge of who he was.
Darren (WPD & Jennifer Chambers
October 3, 2009
I dont know what words to say to ease your pain just a little. I have thought the last few days what would I do or feel if this was my Husband or family member and there is no way I can feel what you have the last few days except the pain we all have felt for the loss of a hero,A great Deputy and fellow brother in the Law Enforcement Family. Brian will always be remembered.
Sgt. James Nulf, Sr.
October 3, 2009
Go with God my Brother, you have fulfilled your duty with the highest standards.
Juston Harbert
October 3, 2009
Dear Etheridge family,
May your friends and family surround you with love and prayers, as you make it through this difficult time. Brian was a hero, as you know...stay strong.
Honor Brian with a smile,
Scott Shogren
October 3, 2009
Brian,
Do now what you could never do in life. Spread your wings and fly!
October 3, 2009
Ann,
I'm so sorry to hear of this. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Sarah (Brown) Austin
Bonnie Knapp
October 3, 2009
Your son, brother, father, and husband, is enjoying Eternity in Paradise. This Hero of a man, will always be Remembered and Honored! He is looking down on you all, truly amazed and heartfelt. You can be very proud of this decent human being. His spirit will always be with his loved ones he left behind.
Kerry Bergren
October 3, 2009
John 15:13
Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.
Rest in peace, Brian.
Herbert West III
October 3, 2009
Sir, thank you for doing what you did as a job. Thank you for assisting those in life who needed your help. Thank you for caring enough to make a difference. We will remember the road that made you who you are, not the ending. No one can take away who you are, no one. You will be remembered. God bless you and your wife and child. God bless.
Ellie Hurst
October 3, 2009
Dear Etheridge family,
Our herats are saddened,our thoughts and prayers are with you.Brian will be missed and honored by all of us.May God bless you family during this difficult time.
Denver Bland
October 3, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Denver Bland, Former Sedgwick Sheriff
Amy
October 3, 2009
Your husband is a hero, a true hero....
Marchele Wells
October 2, 2009
To the Estheridge Family,
As a wife of a Sedgwick County Sgt. I can not express how deeply sorry I am for your loss.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Brian made the ultimate sacrifice and now he's in heaven looking down protecting us all.
May God comfort you in the days and weeks ahead.
October 2, 2009
Brian, though I do not know you, I feel as if I do. I also feel confident in saying you are an amazing young man and a hero, as it is obvious by the thousands of people who showed up today to say goodbye to you. May God watch over you, your family, and fellow LEOs, as you have watched over us. May your family find solace in the appreciation of a grateful community, and the knowledge that your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Peace be with you brother. God Bless Brian Ethridge and God Bless the USA.
B
Patriot Guard
Mulvane, Ks. #136
Tim West
October 2, 2009
As a former Wichita Police Officer I send my thoughts and prayers for your loss. Please try to find some peace in the knowledge that he died doing what he loved.
October 2, 2009
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days ahead. You have made the ultimate sacrifice and it will never be forgotten. May God give you peace in your heart.
Chief Matthew Jensby and family
Maize Police Department
The Joe Family
October 2, 2009
To The Etheridge Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gayla Smith
October 2, 2009
My heart goes out to each and everyone affected by this loss. Brian was a good man and deputy, may God be with his family, friends and co-workers.
Sheree Wilkerson
October 2, 2009
Brian,
I didn't know you, but you were out there everyday protecting me and my rights. I know others in the field and know they put their life on the line daily, never knowing what the next call will bring. I'm at a loss for words, but just know that your story has touched hearts throughout this community. We will all look after your family, as I know you will be from above. Thank you for your service and Rest in Peace.
Deputy Fisher
October 2, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
lori rogge
October 2, 2009
To Ms Sarha Etheridge i'm so sorry for the loss of ur husband how can someone aweful do something like that my heart goes out to ur family and ur child brian will be taken care up above jesus will be by his side plz take care. ms lori. ann rogge
October 2, 2009
our deepest condolences go to the family a wife and a child still live on his legacy to honor and serve always keep him close and never forget he died doing what he really loved to serve and protect he was protecting others and lost his life to someone who didnt care about their own our prayers and our thoughts are with you
October 2, 2009
To the family and friends: I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sarah, you are such a brave and strong woman. Everyone here at Wesley stands behind you in any way we can.
Jessica, RN
martinez
October 2, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
kevin brown
October 2, 2009
Sarah,
More than hearts can imagine or minds comprehend the love Brian had will never end. Each time you feel the wind on your face a tug on the arm its Brian whispering I will always be here to protect you every day you live on. With your little girl by your side she will see her daddy in your eyes. For the joy of laughing and joy loving enjoying the fullness found in your heart that is rewarding. Brian will be with you every day and night he is in heaven watching over the both of you. Keep a picture of Brian in your little girl’s room so she will remember what a great hero he was to her and also to you.
Mike Womeldorff
October 2, 2009
As a former Undersheriff and long time Security Officer I can only offer my prayers to the family. There is an old gospel song that says it better then I can, it says "We'll Understand It Better By and By". This fallen Deputy is in a better place and sits next to God.
Lisa & Jeff Fetter
October 2, 2009
Our thoughts & prayers are with you, Sarah and for your family. My husband was one of the bagpipers today for the service; Brian's loss has left an indelible impression on both of us. We hope you can find some solace in the community wrapping their "arms" around you and understand we appreciate his ultimate sacrifice for our safety.
October 2, 2009
I just wanted to send my condolences to the Etheridge family. Sarah and I were in the same nursing class and it saddens me deeply to hear of your loss.
Sheryl Dunbar
October 2, 2009
Though I don't live in Wichita nor do I know the family, it still touches me deeply that a young fine man was lost so soon. I'm sending my prayer for the family and for the sheriff department. May God surround you all & help you heal. May he put a hedge of protection around you and keep you safe. Rest in peace Officer Etheridge.
October 2, 2009
To the Etheridge family,
I did not know of Brian until Monday, when because of his dedication to law enforcement, eveyone in this community & farther came to know him in a most tragic way. And even though I didn't know him, I grieve with you, and sincerely hope that you have and will continue to feel God's arms wrapped around you, giving you comfort.
~Brenda Patterson, Wichita, Kansas
October 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Sara and your family. I have known you longer than Brian but just meeting him once or twice left an impression of the type of man he was, he will be missed by his family and friends. Pat Ferguson
Charles Myers
October 2, 2009
Our family mournes with you this week. We are deeply sorry for your loss. Your extended law enforcement family will always remember this week and this ultimate sacrifice.
Charles and Carolyn Myers
Deputy Joshua Myers
Officer Matthew Myers
Samson, Alabama
October 2, 2009
It is always hardest for those of us who are left behind..may your beautiful memories stay strong in your heart and mind. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Shannon, Wichita Kansas
Timothy Etheridge
October 2, 2009
I am deeply sorry for the loss of a fellow father, husband, Sheriff, and cousin. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and the family. May God help and guide you through this trying time.
Sedgwick County EMS Paramedic
October 2, 2009
To the loved ones of Brian Etheridge,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sarah and Natalie, I cannot even begin to imagine the sorrow you feel. May your faith in God, and your memories of Brian carry you through this difficult time. Thank you Brian, for your dedication to keeping our community safe. And to all of our officers, thank you for keeping me safe on calls, and for keeping my family safe everyday. God Bless!
Johnie Ogden
October 2, 2009
Peace be with you Brian. May God be with you and watch over your family.
Mary Goodwin
October 2, 2009
Although every situation and every person are different, I write as one whose only child, a son, died two months ago at age 34. I can't fully know your pain, but I feel I can relate. Your sadness engulfs me. You are bearing unbearable sorrow I know. You wonder how you will survive. I don't know. All I know is that all we can do is keep putting one foot in front of the other, trust our faith, and lean on those who care for us. Sarah, my son also left a young family. I carry your plight in my heart and send you all the peace and energy I can muster.
Sherrill Scott
October 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with Sarah, the family, and friends. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Jim Brewer
October 2, 2009
May Deputy Etheridge rest in peace and may his family know that he made this world a better place through his unselfish service. Our hearts are saddened and we are humbled by his honor. God be with us all.
Dautrich family
October 2, 2009
From one law enforcement family to another, God Bless you. There are no words to lessen the pain you are feeling, just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you mourn the loss of a true Hero.
Tina Boley
October 2, 2009
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Ed and Tina Boley and boys
The Hall Family
October 2, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Bryan Kuhn
October 2, 2009
Rest in Peace Deputy Etheridge and may God Bless and Keep your family as they struggle to find strength during this very difficult time.
ken phillips
October 2, 2009
may he be with god and god be with you and the rest of his family
October 2, 2009
Our prayers are for you and your family Sarah, know that you have special places among the saints now. What a brave and wonderful soul.
The Voegeli's
Cynthia England
October 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God be with you and give you strength and courage as you work through your pain and sorrow.
May he bless you and comfort you.
Arlene Lawrence
October 2, 2009
God Bless you and your family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Elizabeth Sites
October 2, 2009
May you find comfort in knowing that Our Lord is with you at all times. I can not imagine the pain you are experiencing. Our youngest son is a Ks State Trooper and I found that I have to put him in God's hand. Our law enforcement people and their families sacrefice dearly to keep the rest of us safe. May Our Lord be with you and your family especially at this time. May God Bless you.
Corrine Trimpe
October 2, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and your family with my deepest sympathy.
October 2, 2009
To the family & friends of Brian. We are so sorry for your loss. I pray that God will be with you and give you strength during this difficult time.
He was a true hero and gave his life to protect us. Brian, may you rest in peace. Our prayers are with you.
John and Cindy (Halloran) Esser
Derby, KS
TJuan Davis
October 2, 2009
My hearts and prayers is with the officers family. He have left his footprints in are hearts. He was a hero
October 2, 2009
Thanks for being a great brother in law enforcement. I know you will be missed and our hearts are saddened by your loss; however, I know you are in a better place and we will see you again. May God be with your and comfort each and everyone.
-The Tiede Family
Bryson and Susan Butts
October 2, 2009
Dear Etheridge Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. May the peace of God rest on your lives and give you comfort as you go through the pain of this tragedy. Jesus says in Matt. 11:28 "Come to me all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest."
October 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to Deputy Brian Etheridge's family. May God richly bless you. Thank you Deputy Brian for your outstanding service to our community. ~ S. Hatcher, Derby, KS
RANDY HAND
October 2, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
October 2, 2009
My husband and I will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Being a wife of a WDP officer, this hits very close to home for me. I can only imagine the loss you must be going through. Your husband died a hero, serving and protecting our community.
Rodney and Marla Job and Family
October 2, 2009
Our family is so sorry for your loss. God will be with you through this time and the times to come that are challenging. You and your family will be in our prayers for many months to come.
October 2, 2009
To Deputy Brian Etheridge's family,
I pray for God's comforting arms to surround you during this very difficult time.
Consider this as a long distance hug from another christian deputy sheriff to each and everyone of you.
Brian gave his all for us and some day we will see him again!
Praise God!
Deputy Don Sauer
Labette Co. Sheriff's Office
Oswego, Kansas
October 2, 2009
To Deputy Brian Etheridge's family,
I pray for God's comforting arms to surround you during this very difficult time.
Consider this as a long distance hug from another christian deputy sheriff to each and everyone of you.
Brian gave his all for us and some day we will see him again! Praise God!
Deputy Don Sauer
Labette Co. Sheriff's Office
Oswego, Kansas
October 2, 2009
my prayers are with you and your family.god bless all of you
Karen Morris
October 2, 2009
In the days to come may God give you comfort and strength as you work through your sorrow. My prayers are with you and your family.
Travis & Angie Clark
October 2, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. As a community we have lost a true hero. Brave and noble giving the ultimate sacrafice to protect us. May God be with you and your family in this time of need and always. Our prayers are with you.
October 2, 2009
May god be with you at this difficult
time. Wishing you the strenth to meet the challenges you are facing and the
courage to live each day to the fullest you possibly can...
and sending you prayers that god will
hold you especially close during this most difficult time.
From The Youngman Family (Class of 2001)
Cyndy James
October 2, 2009
So sorry for your loss, may the love and support of family and friends, and most of all your faith carry you through this time of sorrow.
Rita Rowlen
October 2, 2009
Tears flow from my eyes as I read and watch all the news about Brian. Please accept my sympathy, thoughts, and prayers for Brian's family and for Brian. In the days that follow never forget to rely on God for your strength. May God be with your family. May God lift the pain of your loss and replace it with many wonderful memories.
Azie
October 2, 2009
I feel so saddened at the sudden loss of life. May you find the strength to carry on the goodness that obviously that Brian so believed in.....
J SIMONS
October 2, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sheryl McMahon
October 2, 2009
My heart sank when I heard that your son, husband, daddy & brother passed away. My thoughts & prayers are with you today and in the weeks & months ahead. May you find comfort in God's loving care.
Michael Whittaker
October 2, 2009
May God bless you and keep you close in this difficult time.
October 2, 2009
My deepest sympathies for your loss. As a father of a police officer and father-in-law of a deputy sheriff, I can only imagine the pain but still the pride you feel in knowing Brian's service to the community.
October 2, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless
CURTIS KRAUSS
October 2, 2009
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
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