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Charmaine Atkinson
November 15, 2024
Never, ever forgotten, remembered every single day. Love Mom
Const. John Charles Atkinson
July 27, 2019
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July 27, 2019
Lindsey
July 20, 2018
May your treasured memories continue to provide a measure of comfort and peace to the family. Please be strengthened from Isaiah 61:1,2; God "binds up the broken-hearted and comforts all who mourn".
Const. John Charles Atkinson
December 2, 2017
Andrew
January 6, 2015
I'm very sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort grant you a measure of comfort during this time. I hope you may find comfort in Psalms 28:8.
Matthew McGuire
June 16, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
July 7, 2012
To the Atkinson family,
May the wonderful memories of your loved one provide solace for you during this difficult time; and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved ones again in Paradise. John 17:3
Mrs Flowers
June 19, 2011
Such men are truly appreciated. May the fond memories of Const. John Atkinson and the comfort from God continue to comfort you as you miss your love one.
2 Cor 1:3,4
Gary Bisbee
January 18, 2011
I join those that morn the loss of this this officer. He is in my an my families prayers.
Gary Bisbee K.C.P.D. Retired
Lynda Fretz
December 12, 2010
May you rest in peace and I am saddened by the loss of such a fine officer. It is such a rough world nowadays I pray for the many fine men and women whom serve the citizens of our communities God Bless You All
william loflin
December 1, 2010
Thank you for your dedicated service
Lt W. B. Loflin, Retired
Memphis Police Department
Frank Rice
October 21, 2010
God Bless this Officer and his family. We serve our communities not knowing what each day will bring. As a retired Sgt of the Pennsylvania State Capitol Police your loss is felt by all wh serve.
robert bertram
September 17, 2010
r.i.p thx 2 all the brave men/women that protect and serve us
September 2, 2010
To the family,
May the comfort from family and friends continue to strengthen you during this difficult time, and may you find comfort in the words found in the last book of the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
May the wonderful memories of your loved one continue to provide a measure of comfort to you--until God's promises are fulfilled. Matthew 5:5; Psalms 37:11, 29
Eric POST
August 29, 2010
My deepest sympthaies to you and your family. May God bless you during this difficult time. Mathew 5 9. Blessed is the PeaceKeeper as he will be granted acess to my kingdom.
Detective Eric POST#1585
Ottawa Police Service,Ontario Canada
August 27, 2010
To the family: May the comfort from family and friends strengthen you during this difficult time, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
Lynn
August 17, 2010
My condolences to the Atkinson Family,
May happy memories sustain the family and bring some comfort to your heart.
He is healing the broken-hearted ones, and is binding up their painful spots.(Psalms 147:3)
chelsea fairfax
July 30, 2010
I am so sorry about your loss. I am just wanting to inform you on what hope the bible has for the dead at Jhon 5:25 where it mentions "...the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God and those who have given heed will live." The scripture assures us that their will be a ressurection in the near future for all to see their dead loved ones again!
Jeanne Giordano
May 24, 2010
words cannot take away your great pain, but please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear and precious John. He sets a sterling example for all of us to follow in our lives. Courage and bravery were just a few of John's many precious traits and he has influenced the lives of countless people with his integrity and committment. His life was a tribute to all that is good and honorable and we will continue to benefit from his fine example of a life of service to his community. I send out a prayer for you at this sad time of separation, but it is temporary. You will be reunited with John again. God's word promises "God will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more, neither will mourning, outcry nor pain be any more." (Revelation 21:3,4)
Adam Appleyard
May 5, 2010
We miss you deeply John. Rest in peace brother!!!
May 5, 2009
To someone we miss very dearly and think about all the fun and laughter we had you are forvever in our heart.
Love the Meyerink's
Yuhao Lin
February 14, 2009
Thanks for your time. May god be with your family and friends. I lived in Windsor during that time and it still
haunts me now. You family has had nearly 3 tough years. May the lord give them strength to bear.
December 4, 2008
Rest in peace.
Kathy Soulliere
May 6, 2008
In memory of John Atkinson. God Bless!
Kathy Soulliere
Tecumseh OPP
Kristine Moore
May 5, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers as our hero.
Cathy Cullipher
May 7, 2007
John my Dear Friend
Although we never got to be longtime pals,your smile your laughter made it all great..I miss you,Buddy.I shed a tear today as I think back to that awful day when u left & I never got to say Good bye..Forever missed..Your Buddy
Cathy
keith bulmer
May 5, 2007
Your allways in ou hearts and our prayers. He reminds me of another police officer hero that was killed in the line of duty. Like another great officer Sheriff Buford pusser. We all feel bad here at 1815 college apts windsor ontario and we will never forget the sacrafice that he mad for this city.
Jacqueline Shaw
May 5, 2007
I know the last year must have been difficult for all three of you. As the days go on, you will keep the memories of John alive with good thoughts about every happy moment all of you spent together. John is holding your hand and walking beside you Shelley, and watching the children grow every day. He is smiling down from above and will watch over the three of you until you meet again. God Bless the three of you.
Sarah Atkinson
May 5, 2007
Uncle Rick, Aunt Charmaine, Michael, Monique, Moira, Shelley, Mitchell, and Nicole.... I am thinking about all of you today!
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Love,
Sarah Atkinson
January 30, 2007
thanks for makeing sure i am ok
Timmy Bulugasin
October 25, 2006
Thank-you for making me feel safe
[$]You were an every day hero
Bonnie Hays
July 14, 2006
you are forever in my heart
God Bless
Lots of love to you
Christine Appleby
June 23, 2006
May God Bless your family and friends...you will be missed.
The Caba Family
June 7, 2006
May God bless John's family, friends, and colleagues.
Ethel Tyler
June 6, 2006
God Bless and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Toronto Police Service
June 3, 2006
It's never easy to say good-bye to a fellow officer so I won't. Rest in peace, know that your children will be forever watched over by every police officer lucky enough to return home every night. You made the one ultimate sacrifice that no one should ever have to. Hero in life, not death
June 2, 2006
May God guide you in this time of sadness.
You should be proud for who he is, was and always will be.
The city of Windsor has lost one of their finest. We will never forget nor will we be the same.
Tim Reid
June 2, 2006
My deepest condolences to you John and your dear family. John was a great man from what I knew of him. He always seemed to carry a happy, positive attitude. May your memories help guide you through this transitional time. Peace be with you John.
Nicholas Amlin
June 2, 2006
We Will Never Forget
Rest In Peace Brother
theresa lockwood
May 30, 2006
he was a hero and he is at peace. god bless him.
Amy Hudson
May 29, 2006
my deepest sympathies
Heather Harris
May 29, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Greta Parent
May 28, 2006
May the love of friends and Family carry you through your grief.
Dan, Evelene, Danielle, Shae-Lynn, and Curtis Lanoue
May 28, 2006
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Joan Drouillard
May 27, 2006
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you. Keep the memories alive and they'll carry you through the hard times.
Sincerly,
Joan & Bill Drouillard
bob mccracken
May 26, 2006
my heart goes out to your family @fellow officers
BASELJ FAMILY
May 26, 2006
Our deepest sympathies to your family. May God Bless you all during this time.
Vicki, Hanc, Braedon, Brett & Brad Hofsteteris
May 26, 2006
No words can take away the pain and loss you are feeling at this time but know that John will not only be remembered by you his family, but by thousands of others. Take comfort and pride in the fact that a stranger passing by, even though you don't know them is one of the many people who consider John a hero.
Sarah Dumais
May 26, 2006
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss
at this time. John died a hero and
people will always remember that. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Thaer Suboh & Family
May 26, 2006
My deepest condolences to your family. God bless and THANK YOU
Jodi Chartrand
May 26, 2006
There are no words that can ease your pain or make your grief any easier to deal with. Keeping the memory of your husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend and fellow officer alive will ensure that his life was not lost in vain. As a member of this community and neighborhood I say thank you to Const. John Atkinson for looking out over our area and protecting our streets, for not being afraid to put yourself in harms way and doing a job that can be thankless at times I'm sure. You are now a guardian angel for all of us. I thank you! My family thanks you! Windsor thanks you! I have never felt more pride or sense of unity within the community it's just too bad that it had to be through a very unfortunate tragedy to occur. Know that he will never be forgotten! I pray that time, your family and friends can help you get through this incredibly difficult time. My prayers are with you all!
Renee
May 24, 2006
May your memories and faith help you through this time. No one should have to ever endure a tragedy like this. I am so sorry for your loss. Remember that you have the love and support from an extended family that will keep you close to their hearts always.
Shari Freeman
May 24, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
Darren, Shari, Cole and Kierra Freeman
Barry & Margaret Watson
May 24, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
N B
May 23, 2006
I extend to you my deepest sympathy. I know there are no words which can fill the void, but I hope you can find some comfort in those who support you. God bless.
Nicole Watson
May 23, 2006
Thinking of all of you, your family and friends, and wishing you all strength and fond memories. John has truly touched the Windsor community.
Kathy
May 23, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
William CARSON
May 23, 2006
GOD BLESS GOD BLESS I WOULD LIKE TO SEND MY SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY..
Greg, Hailey, & Caroline Yan
May 23, 2006
My deepest condolences to your family. God bless.
Teresa Peacock
May 22, 2006
My heart goes out to your family. My brother is also an officer, and I pray each day for his safety and well being. From one family member to another, I send this note of love, support, and deepest sympathy.
Barbara
May 22, 2006
God Bless....God Bless
Kelly Revels
May 22, 2006
I am very sad about what has happened to Constable Atkinson,as a graduated Law and Security student this loss has really hit home for me. To the Atkinson family be proud, be brave and always know that your husband,father, brother, son and friend is always watching over you. To the city of Windsor I am so proud to be apart of you, the way our city came together for the loss of Constable Atkinson makes my heart smile.
Constable Atkinson I Salute you.
Andy Singh
May 22, 2006
Dear family of John Atkinson,
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel in our hearts over your loss. May God shelter you and give you strength at this time in your lives. He will never be forgotten, for he is immortal as an Angel watching over all of us.
Suzanne Hyatt
May 22, 2006
You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband and daddy. There are no words to ease your pain and we only hope the memories of John will keep him near your always.
May 22, 2006
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
kathy
May 21, 2006
I am so very sorry for your loss. Thank you though, to John, for wanting to protect and serve for this province. May god bless him. And your family on this rough road you must travel.
Kevin, Linda, Marie, Jennifer and Carolyn Rumble, Toronto Police-Retired
May 21, 2006
As a retired Police Officer with 30 years service, and a former plainclothes officer, I was saddened to hear of the death of John. I grew up in Kingsville, and the Windsor area has always held a special place in my heart. My familys thoughts and prayers go with John's family colleagues and friends.
Sara Stankevich
May 21, 2006
I am very sorry for your loss. My father was a police officer for 30 years (now retired) this was always my biggest fear. My deepest most sincere sympathy goes out to John's Family and friends.
Gisele De Grace and Family
May 21, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Constable John Atkinson and fellow Police Officers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Michelle
May 20, 2006
It is so hard to believe two weeks have past. Time is going to continue to pass, Never ever feel that this man and the sacrifice he gave will be forgotten. I hope when you read all of these heart felt messages, some from many strangers, that you will find peace and faith will fill your heart when you heart seems filled with sorrow and tears.
May God Bless you.
Patti
May 20, 2006
I am truly sorry and my heart breaks especially for you and your children as well as all those other lives that Const. Atkinson touched...He obviosly was such a caring,loving and decent man that God needed his help and feels that John can help more people from a special spot next to God himnself...always know and feel his love...
Mary Vanstone
May 20, 2006
I have been hoping that some special words would come to me to help you through this sad time. All I can say is that my life (and all those who knew John) is better for have knowing his gentle humour, his kindness, his dedication to his family and to you Shelley. You must lean on all of us now to get any support that you need. All our love - Aunt Mary
(John is so proud of you!)
Ash Awad
May 19, 2006
My deepest condolences. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Ron Bates
May 19, 2006
The officers of the Phoenix Police Department grieve with you over the loss of this fine young officer. Know that he is in a special place where heros go to carry on at the side of his maker.
Jason Peacock
May 19, 2006
As an Officer a death like this strikes very close to home. I wish the family all the best in dealing with this horrific loss. May God shine down on them and bless their lives from here on out.
Sepideh Aghdasi
May 19, 2006
Wow, this is very interesting, i was looking for a topic for a project i have to do and i think i got it. This is so shocking, i really dont know what to say R.I.P
Your the man!
Laverne Hanghofer
May 19, 2006
I have two children of my own. One a RCMP and the other a nurse. I can't imagine the hardship of your loss. My greatest sympathize to you and your family.
Vannessa Froggett
May 19, 2006
May God watch over the friends and family of John Atkinson. We have lost a part of our community. My condelences to the family.
amy pare
May 19, 2006
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Susanna G
May 18, 2006
So deeply sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the memories of your wonderful husband and father.
Nancy and Gary Hillier
May 18, 2006
I wish I could find the right words of comfort to lighten your sorrow but I know mere words are so inadequate at a time of such immense loss. All we can do is offer you and your family our sincere sympathy . Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless.
Carole Brown
May 18, 2006
May God Bless and be with you and your family in this time of sorrow. Always remember that your loved one is gone only in sight and his memory will live on forever in your heart and the memories you shared. God bless all our Police officers that keep us safe each and every day..
Ruth & Don Riley
May 18, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God give you strength to get thru this difficult time and always.
May 18, 2006
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
May 18, 2006
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
May 18, 2006
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Debbie & Ken Cobby
May 18, 2006
May the support of friends, family and the community help you through this very difficult time. God bless you and your children!
May 18, 2006
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May 18, 2006
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
May 18, 2006
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Cst. Stephanie Moniz
May 18, 2006
As a police officer myself and also as the wife of a police officer, I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to the entire Atkinson family on their tragic loss. Above all, John was a father and husband, brother and son. May you find comfort in the thoughts and prayers of so many.
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