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Best Uncle Ever!
February 23, 2020
You are missed. You are loved.
Jackie Kunzer
February 23, 2009
It's been two years and I still miss Howard so much. A lot of people still miss him.
I know he died a hero, and I am very proud of my little brother. I also know that he was too good of a soul to stay on this earth. Perhaps God needed him in Heaven, I understand that too, but he is so very badly missed.
I love you Howard!
Jon Lowder
October 19, 2008
Please accept my sincere condolence to the Plouff family.
Jon Lowder
Monroe, North Carolina
August 13, 2008
Happy Birthday Baby Brother .... looking forward to seeing you soon.
xoxo
Kiersten Fluellen
June 12, 2008
Oh holly and brandy i know you miss your father and it is all okay i would too. i hope you guys do alright without your father! :'-( p.s i am in mrs. brown's class at southwest
Badge 195
February 27, 2008
We haven't forgotten you Howie...and Joyce, we haven't forgotten you and the girls either.
February 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this time. God Bless
t kallay
February 24, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Liz Plouff
February 24, 2008
A year has passed, so soon. Not a day goes by that I do not think of you. Some days, lately, I can manage not to cry. I feel your presence when I see a beautiful hawk circling above, soaring high and watching over me. A free spirit, just like you...xoxo, Liz
PEGGY FEVOLA
February 7, 2008
I DONT KNOW YOUR FAMILY PERSONALLY BUT I HAVE GRANDCHILDREN IN SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND THEY KNEW YOU AND I AM ALSO A MEMBER OF HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH AND WAS AN USHER AT HOWARDS FUNERAL MASS AND MY HUSBAND AND MYSELF ALSO GREW UP ON LONG ISLAND. I ALSO HAVE A NEPHEW WHO JUST BECAME A WS POLICE OFFICER LAST AUGUST. I ALSO LOST MY HUSBAND AT A YOUNG AGE(52, AND WE WERE MARRIED, 33 YEARS) VERY SUDDENLY SO I FEEL A CONNECTION TO YOU & CERTAINLY UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH. I KNOW A VERY HARD DAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IS COMING WITH THE FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF HOWARDS PASSING. I KNOW HOW HARD IT WILL BE AND THE HORRENDOUS MEMORIES IT BRINGS BACK BUT BE ASSURED ITS JUST ONE DAY AND YOU WILL GET THROUGH IT. SOMEONE ONCE SAID TO ME "IF GOD TAKES YOU TO IT, HE WILL GET YOU THROUGH IT". JUST KEEP ALL THE WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF ALL THE DAYS BEFORE THAT AWFUL TRAGEDY CLOSE TO YOUR HEART. I SEE HOWARDS NAME IN THE BULLETIN FROM HOLY FAMILY FOR THE MASSES BEING SAID FOR HIM AND I ALWAYS SAY AN EXTRA SPECIAL PRAYER FOR YOU AND YOUR GIRLS AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY. I KNOW GOD AND YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS WILL BE YOUR STRENGTH IN GETTING ON FROM DAY TO DAY AND ONE DAY AGAIN THE SUN WILL SHINE. LIFE WILL NEVER BE THE SAME BUT YOU WILL ENJOY LIFE AGAIN AT SOME POINT AND HOWARD WILL FOREVER BE IN YOUR HEART. JUST REMEMBER "WE COULD HAVE MISSED THE PAIN BUT THEN WE WOULD HAVE HAD TO MISS THE DANCE". MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR GIRLS AND LIFE BE GOOD TO YOU. YOU CERTAINLY DESERVE IT.
d boney
January 31, 2008
i dont know this family personally but it feels as if i do because i think of the girls and growing up without a father you all have my prayers
Debbie Aiello
January 30, 2008
Dear Joyce-
I think of you often and wonder how you are doing. I know that Howard's anniversary is approaching and how insurmountable your grief must be. I treasure the times we spent at Salem and look back on them with much fondness. I haven't spoken with you since we left the area but would love to get in touch. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that you can find some peace and comfort through those that love you.
Debbie Aiello
Gail Elliott
October 24, 2007
May you find comfort in knowing that others are keeping you close in thought and prayer.
May we never forget the sacrifices of our officers and their families. We owe eternal thanks to all the fine officers.
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends"...John 5:13
September 25, 2007
August 13th you would have turned 42. Balloons with kisses, with notes, with a fat birthday cigar went up with the breeze. We miss you so much. And yet feel you near some days. I know that you are as light as air now. xoxo
Kristen Meyer
September 25, 2007
Thinking of you daily and missing you. Love always
terry potts
September 24, 2007
we miss you.
Michael Raley
June 4, 2007
I trained with Howard and while I was with the department was friends with Howard and Joyce. I can't believe this has happened. Although we lost touch when my wife and I left Winston-Salem we often thought of Howie and Joyce and the fun times we had.
Brenda Israel
May 22, 2007
I continue to pray for your family everytime I go by on Jonestown, everytime another officer is down. As a wife of "one of the blue" I know only a second is all there is between having them with us and not. Please know that you and your family are never far from our thoughts everyday.
Steve Fraser
May 2, 2007
I am deeply saddened at the loss of a father, husband and fellow Law Enforcement Officer. As a former W-S Police Officer, I am convinced that the city and people of W-S will be there for the family. What a great loss to the city of Winston-Salem. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
A WSPD WIFE
April 22, 2007
A Police Officers Wife
A special kind of woman: a cut above the rest.
That's a police officers wife, rating her among the best.
How many good-byes are whispered, joined with a fond embrace,
As duty steals her man for the dangers he must face.
How often have meals been ruined -- or tender moments disturbed
By a call for special duty, sparking loyalty unswerved.
It's a devil of a job, for an angel like this
Who-- for the love of her man must forsake that kiss.
She can run a garden tractor, even paint a room in need
How she can stretch a dollar, a miracle indeed.
She's a mother, lover, chauffeur, and nurse
A living symbol of; "For better or worse."
Rich is the man reaping his rewards in life
Who chose to be the other half of a police officers wife
John & Sue Steding
March 21, 2007
Although we have been neighbors for quite a few years, we have never really come to know your family. But, it was always evident that you were, and are a very close and loving family. In addition to being a excellent neighors, it would always give us comfort to know that a police officer was always near by. Our heartfelt condolences go to each of you in the Plouff family. We know you have many close friends, family and others. But if ever there comes a need that we might help with, please don't hesitate to come ask.
Lizabeth Plouff
March 19, 2007
He was my baby brother and I am so proud of him. He grew into a fine, honest, honorable, family man. At his funeral service one of the Detectives shared this wonderful story with me. Apparently when the Winston-Salem Police Department makes an arrest they request that the prisoner fill out a feedback form. For the past 14 years an instuctor at the academy read one of these forms as part of her class, and it went something like this....
"...I have been arrested many times, but Officer Plouff treated me with dignity and respect..."
There will not be a single day that goes by that I will not miss him. It's amazing what a difference one life can make.
Many thanks to the wonderful people of the WSPD, who gave of themselves unselfishly during my family's time of sorrow.
david fuller
March 15, 2007
i'm sorry for your lost i thank your husband and his fellow officers for keeping us safe your family will be in my prayers
Ryan Van Deusen
March 15, 2007
Plouff family,
I am deeply saddened at the loss of your father and husband. I know my brothers at WSPD will be there for you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
A friend
March 15, 2007
Nothing can harm a good man. Either in life, or after death.
Susan Talley
March 14, 2007
Just wanted to let you know that you're family will always be in our prayers. Trust in God and he will see you through this difficult time. God bless you.
Emily Caroline Cox
March 12, 2007
My Prayers are with all of the Howard J. Plouff II Family. You are always in my heart everyday. Emily Caroline Cox
The Litchfield Family
March 12, 2007
To the Howard Plouff Family:
We are deeply saddened by the untimely death of Sgt. Plouff.
You all have our deepest heartfelt sympathy.
Concern
March 7, 2007
My heart goes out to you and your family. I will continue to keep you in my prayer. Keep your head up.
mary sullivan
March 6, 2007
There are no words to express my sympathy for sgt. plouff and his family. I grieve for your lose and you will continue to be in mine and my family's thoughts and prayer's. He loved you enough to give his heart and soul to you,to protect and care for you,and to share all his hopes and dreams with you. You will always be together although you are apart.
Susan Flaminio-White
March 6, 2007
I am deeply sorry for your great loss. This is a senseless loss not only for you, his family, but for our city. My prayers are with you at this time.
Crystal Payne
March 6, 2007
My heart goes out to you and your family. May God comfort each and everyone of you through this tragic time.
Richella Allen
March 6, 2007
I am so sorry for your lost of husband, father, brother, and friend. I pray that God's unfailing love will keep you through this very hard unfortunately time of bereavement. You are never alone. To the children God is your father and he will never leave you or forsake you. Trust in him.
Love, your neighbor in Christ.
Kathe & Ted Beaver
March 5, 2007
May God's arms console you in your grief and may your happy memories shared with your loved one be a comfort to you. Please know that others care deeply and appreciate so very much his many years of dedicated service.
Beverly Buccino
March 4, 2007
There are no words that can console you and your family. Our son is also a police officer and called us last week to tell us of this tragedy. Our prayers and support go out to you and yours. Every day our police officers put their lives on the line to protect all of us. May God bless you all.
Tre Benson
March 4, 2007
There are no words delicate enough to comfort those who have lost a loving friend and family member to violence. None that can express the sadness felt or the anger and contempt without screaming out for justice. God give us the strength to carry on, to work for the goodness in man by taking a stand against the evil. To be kind when kindness shows it's face and fierce against those that prove wicked. And know that all of us, together and alone, stand with you, for your family and for your brothers holding the thin blue line intact. And we say a prayer, each night, for you and those other heros we are no longer able to see, asking Him who comforts us, to give us peace.
Dan & Lucy Vestal
March 4, 2007
Our deepest sympathies to the entire Plouff family. We are so sorry for your loss, but thankful for his service for all of us.
Vickie Roberts
March 4, 2007
No words will console you during this time. Please know that even those who dont know you personally are praying for you and your girls! I am so sorry that each of you have had to face this tragedy. May each day become easier for you and your girls. God Bless you and your family.
Stephanie Ashby
March 3, 2007
Dear Plouff Family -
I did not know Sgt. Plouff. But my heart breaks for you. My father was a police officer for 15 years. My father is so angry. As we viewed the memorial in the parking lot today, I cried as I told my parents how sad I was for the girls. As I told them, though I was lucky that this never happened to my father, there were so many close calls. I do not know how the girls feel but I have come close too many times. God Bless you all and you are in my thoughts and prayers forever
Tanya Simon
March 3, 2007
My prayers are with you and your family at this time of need.
AJ Andrews
March 3, 2007
My Prayers Are With You All.
May God Hold You Close In His Hands.
God Bless,
Daniel Lewis
March 3, 2007
We are deeply saddened that you made the ultimate sacrifice for our saftey and freedom. We have many friends and relatives who are fellow officers. We pray daily for you and your families. We do not understand why this happened but believe that you are in a much better place today. Please accept our thoughts and emotions for your parting and your bravery that passes anything here on earth. May GOD grant your family peace and protection. We honor your heroic efforts and work while your were with us. May GOD protect and lead every Saftey officer today.
Daniel & Esther & Anna Lewis
Cleveland, Ohio
Anne Taylor
March 3, 2007
My heart goes out to the Plouff family and his extended family. As a teenager I lost a uncle in the line of duty. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. It is a great lose when someone so special is taken from us. But God has his reasons for everything and we are not to question why. God bless you all.
Sharon Bee
March 3, 2007
Mrs Plouff, girls, family and fellow officers,
My heart goes out to all of you in loss. I was at a friend's house when it happened and I was overwhelmed with all that had taken place. I began to pray from the beginning even though details were not known. When I heard it was an officer I was very sad. I pray for your family and all the officers during this hard time. God will be your sustainer and HE will carry all of you through. May it help to know others care and my prayers will continue with you.
God Bless You ALL!!
Sharon Bee
Reifsnider Family
March 2, 2007
Our sympathy goes out to the Plouff family. We are saddend by the loss of one of Winston-Salem's finest. The Plouff family is in our thoughts and prayers. We wish you the best, The Reifsnider Family of Lewisville, NC
Cameron Sloan
March 2, 2007
Our deepest sympathies go out to the Plouff family. We have lost a "brother" and the "Thin Blue Line" is just a little thinner now.
Officers of the Davie County Sheriff's Office
Randy Church
March 2, 2007
Joyce,
I just want to say how sorry I am that Howard died in the line of duty. I met Howard and you at Jake and Melissa's home during a party. We talked a long time about being a primary school teacher. I just want you to know how nice and friendly I thought both of you were. I will keep you in my prayers.
Randy Church
Vince Wuwert
March 2, 2007
Dear Plouff family,
May God keep your family in the palm of HIS Almighty hands.
We buried a policeman out here in Toledo Ohio last Monday,the 26th of February. He was killed on duty. Shot by a 15 year old drug dealer who had an arrest record as long as your arm. Deepest sympathy.
Mary Atkins
March 2, 2007
To The Family
I 'm deeply sorry for your loss. I and my family are praying that your hearts be comfort in the almighty God who is able to heal all hurt and pain.
May God be with you always.
CARL MORRISON
March 2, 2007
To the family: I live in Elizabeth City, N.C., and I read about your loss on the internet. I will keep the family in my prayers as I sleep tonight. I know there are no words I can say to ease the family's pain of the tragic loss, but I wanted to extend my condolences to the family.
Curt
March 2, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about this senseless and tragic loss. You and your family, as well as all of Sgt. Plouff's colleagues with the WSPD have been in my thoughts and prayers over the past few days. My uncle is an officer with WSPD, and speaks very highly of Sgt. Plouff. While I never had the honor of meeting him personally, I know it is a huge loss for your family, WSPD, and mankind in general. Sgt. Plouff truly is a hero!
Wayne Pearce
March 2, 2007
Our family is so sorry to hear of your tragic and sensless loss! You may not remember me, I'm Wayne Pearce, cousin of Tom who used to stop and visit every spring on our way to Charlotte. This tragedy touches us deeply as we too have a family member serving the public good as a police officer in Saratoga Springs, New York! We are praying for the soul of dear Howard, may he rest in peace forever at the side of God. AMEN
Joe Scheyder
March 2, 2007
Dear Joyce, I cannot imagine how painful Howie's death has been on you and those two beautiful girls. Being a father of four myself and also a Professional Fire Fighter, I have been walking around in a daze since this happened. How can this happen to such a wonderful Husband and Daddy. Kathy and I pray that you will find the strength to move forward. You have a huge extended family of friends that are there for you. I know we haven't talked in a long time since the early days in Bohemia but know you are in our hearts every day. Joe Scheyder
Johnathan Eaton
March 2, 2007
Sgt. Plouff was my 1st supervising officer out of rookie school and he showed me what it meant to be a good police officer. I listened to everything he taught me during my short stay with WSPD. My prayers are going out for you and family.
Josh Sweitzer
March 1, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Kaye Johnson
March 1, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
March 1, 2007
Your loss has touched so many of us who did not know your loved one, yet we weep with you over this tragedy, and pray that God will flood your heart with comfort.
I'm so sorry this happened. We, as citizens of Winston-Salem, owe so much. God Bless you. May we never forget the sacrifice of our officers and their families.
Amanda Stewart
March 1, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about your husband. I hope you and your family are ok. I know this is must be really hard.
Joseph Borchers
March 1, 2007
Dear Joyce and family; Growing up with you and Howard were some of my best memories from Bohemia. It's unimaginable how this could have happened to such an honorable man and how you have been dealing with this tragic loss. I still remember when you and Howard started dating and you were inseperable form the start. I vividly remember driving around in Howard's blue cougar, listening to La Grange by ZZ Top, Connetquot HS memories and so much more. Those really were the best days of our lives. It hurts to think of the loss of such a great guy. You two were some of my best and most loyal friends and I know we will always continue to remain so no matter how far apart we live or no matter what the future holds for us. I can only pray that you, Joyce, and your family find some peace at some point. God Bless Howard Plouff!
Tara
March 1, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
L. K. Rawles
March 1, 2007
To Joyce, Brandy and Holly Plouff; There's nothing we can say that would take away your pain and loss. Your husband and father was a good man, and he will not be forgotten. It's my sincere hope that you'll find comfort in his memory.
I have never suffered a loss as great as yours, but I also lost a family member to violence when I was 13. A teacher told me to read 'Dirge Without Music,' by Edna St. Vincent Millay. For whatever reason, it helped.
mckanna young
March 1, 2007
mrs. plouff,holly,brandy
i really cant believe what happened im am really sorry brandy,holly,and mrs.plouff all three of yall are in my prayers if you three need anyone to talk to just give me a call whenever you want to brandy and holly i wish i was a better friend to you and i just with i was with you thoughout everything that has happened with you and your family.my best wishes to you is just to dont worry about it alot cause i know how you feel because my papa that was like my dad died last year on march 13, 2006. when i heard about it i just went down in tears. well like i said just give me a call and dont worry to much.xoxoxoxo.
Frank Smith
March 1, 2007
My deepest condolences.
F.X. Smith
Barbara Busick
March 1, 2007
Mrs Plouff and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your husband's shooting, prayed for his recovery and were saddened to wake to hear that he had died. We thank you for supporting him in his decison to serve and protect the people of Winston Salem. Our preschool group of Mission Friends requested prayer last night for you and your "little girls" before I could even mention it. Our church did as well. We will all continue to keep you and your family in our prayers. May God bless you always.
Lee Childress
March 1, 2007
To the Family of Mr. Plouff: I would like to send my regrets to you for the loss of your loved one. He served the city with dignity and everyone in the community will never forget what he did to keep us safe. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
William Austin Pfaff
March 1, 2007
Officer Plouff often came to the restaurant I work at to eat,I recall speeking with him several times.I didn't think much of it then,but when I discovered that it was Officer Plouff who had passed,I felt sad,and moved.After a few days I still feel sadness. For a young man of Seventeen years old I think that means something.I just wanted the Family to know that those of us who didn't know Officer Plouff very well are still moved by him.You have my prayers on the passing of a true Man of Honor,may the Peace of Jesus Christ be with you...
K.S. Lockhart
March 1, 2007
To the family, friends and fellow officers,
My heart truly goes out to you in your time of sorrow. The death of a loved one is never easy. However, in times like this we look to God for comfort. You may never understand why it had to happen this way but know that God NEVER makes a mistake. My prayers are with all of you. GOD BLESS!
Salina Alridge
March 1, 2007
Mrs.Plouff,
You are in my prayers.My father and step father are police officers for WSPD and your husband was friends with my dad and an old sgt. to my step father.I met your husband a couple times but he was the nicest person ever and he really is a hero in my eyes.i believe that every police officer is a hero because their lives are on the line everyday.I felt blessed to know your husband.
Michelle Hege
March 1, 2007
To the Plouff Family
I'm very sorry for your loss.We are praying for you and your little Angels.When you feel the wind on your face that is Howard giving you a kiss and letting you know that he is by your side,watching over you and the girls.My deepest Sympathy for everyone that knew Mr.Plouff.
God Be with the WSPD(Thank you)
Nick Sweitzer
February 28, 2007
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers and I know the Lord will shine down on your family!
Sandra Brown
February 28, 2007
May God bless and keep you always.
February 28, 2007
Every once in awhile, a person comes along that touches the life of everyone around him or her. Sgt Plouff was one of those men. The things spoken here and other forums are not just nice words spoken about someone who has passed away. SgtPLouff was truly a special person who will be missed by so many people. My prayers are with Sgt Plouffs wife and children. May God guide you through this tragic moment in your lives. Thank You Sgt Plouff for charging into battle while I slept last Thursday night. I slept peacefully because people like you unselfishly put their lives on the line to ensure that this community is safe. Sgt Plouff....you are a Hero.
February 28, 2007
There are no words...there is nothing anyone can say...I can not and will not thank you for your sacrafice...it was not yours to give...I know it hurts so much and you see no end or relief in sight...it will never be the same but it will get easier...I promise...I know...I have been where you are now...I think about you every day and night...you are in my heart always..TWH
Connie Shelton
February 28, 2007
To the Plouff family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. As members serving within law enforcement we all do our jobs to make sure that our friends, families, and neighbors are safe, but at the same time we all understand the risks involved. In law enforcement we are all like our own extended family even if we don't know each other personally and when something as devastating as this happens it reaches every extention of the family...even farther than you know. Events like this make us all realize just how precious life is. May God hold you close and protect you always.
Barry & Sybille Sidden
February 28, 2007
We pray for you many times each day. Words cannot convey our sympathy. Although, we never had the privilege of meeting Sgt Plouff, we know that he like all law enforcement officers deserve our greatest admiration for the work they do. Their families are also to be admired for so generously supporting them in the career they have chosen. God bless, keep and comfort you now and always. We will not forget to pray for you as the years pass. We still pray for the families of other officers that were killed in the line of duty.
Allison B
February 28, 2007
To the Plouff family,
Although words cannot console the hurt that you feel, the knowledge that thousands are praying for your family may help a small bit. I only wish that I had been fortunate to know your husband and father as I have heard so many wonderful things about him. In the loss of a loved one you often have many questions and fears of what will happen but I feel safe in saying that he is sitting beside God as I type this and is watching to make sure that you and your family are okay. I thank your husband for putting his life on the line for so many of us in this area and I thank you for sharing him with so many people in need. May God bless you and keep you strong in this tough time...many thoughts and prayers are with you so lean on those and on each other.
Hurst family
February 28, 2007
Thank you for allowing such a great husband and father do a job that carries with it such dedication and trust in God. There is a need for people like him and all of the men and women in uniform. It is a gift from God that he sends people like your husband and father to do such a job for us. Our family and all will miss him as our public servant serving proudly and honorably. Sgt. Plouff will now finish his job as Gods Servant in paradise. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful person with the community he lived in. He is a hero and will be missed greatly. Our thougts and prayers are with you and your family always. May God be with you in such a time as this and always.
Karen Clary
February 28, 2007
Thank you and your girls for your tragic sacrifice.Our hearts and prayers will be with you and my family honors Officer Plouff's sacrifice.
Julie Hicks Smith
February 28, 2007
To the Plouff Family. I met Howard a few years back when he was working an off duty patrol for Allegacy Federal Credit Union. He was a wonderful man and he had a great personality. My heart goes out to your family at this sad time. I recently lost my mother so I can empathize with you. I wish you well and remember time will heal your pain.
Cindy Rendleman
February 28, 2007
We are so sorry to hear of your devastating loss. The prayers of local churches and Southwest families are with you at this time. John and I have been praying for your daily.
Cindy Rendleman
John Rendleman
Lisa Johnson-Mason
February 28, 2007
To the Plouff Family,
Yesturday, as I sat in the church that was overflowing with family, friends and fellow officers, it was a comfort to me knowing that Howard was loved so much. There are not enough words for me to express how touched I was by the beautiful voice of Brandi as she sang the song for her father. Holli and her young mind finding the right words to put into a song for her father. Joyce, for the outpouring of your heart in the letter to Howard and your willingness to share it with us. Howard would be proud to know that you all stood before a crowd of hundreds at the darkest time of your life and yet your love for him shown brightly and always will. I have never been to such a spiritually moving service before. I was deeply touched. I knew Howard when I was with the WSPD and worked the 400 sector with him, although on different squads. He was always so much fun and loved picking on everyone. I will continue to keep your family in my heart and prayers.
Zandra Bennett
February 28, 2007
Joyce, Holly and Brandy, I no longer work for the WSPD but I did have the pleasure of teaching Howard a class in "Rookie" school. I just saw him a few weeks ago and had a chance to chat a short time. He was a wonderful person, a great police officer and I have no doubt he was an excellent supervisor. I am very saddened by his tragic death and please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you and your entire family. May God bless you all.
My life is but at weaving between my God and me
I cannot choose the colors, He worketh steadily
Oft times He weaveth sorrows and I in foolish pride
Forget He sees the upper, and I the underside
Not til the loom is silent, and the shuttles cease to fly
Shall God unroll the canvas and explain the reasons why
The dark threads are as needful in the Weaver's skillful hand
As the threads of gold and silver in the pattern he has planned.
Author Unknown
Karen Hancock
February 28, 2007
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. This tragic loss of a husband, father and public servant has deeply touched the hearts of our family and deeply impacted our community. We wish you peace and comfort knowing how many people are thinking of you during this difficult time. The Hancock Family
Katy Lunsford
February 28, 2007
You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Kevin Cox
February 28, 2007
My family and I are saddened by the death of a good man who dedicated his career to serving others and dedicated his life to loving his family.
There are a number of us who have lost a loved one to violent crime. Strengthened by faith, family and friends, many of us remain strong and keep those who have passed on alive in our hearts and minds every day.
HHM INC
February 28, 2007
IN THE DAYS AHEAD IS WHEN YOU WILL NEED A FRIEND OR SOMEONE TO TALK TO, KNOW THAT JESUS CARES AND HE IS THERE FOR YOU. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE IN HIS ARMS. SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS BUT IT GODS GAIN. BE BLESSED.
Kathy Harrell
February 28, 2007
I never had the pleasure of meeting your husband, but I did appreciate what he did & stood for. I do have friends that are police officers & I do worry about their safety. I just wanted you to know that our thought & prayers are with you & your little girls. I know your heart is broken, but with time it will heal!!! May God Bless!!!
Tim Kelly
February 28, 2007
Dear Plouff Family
I am very sad to hear about Howard.
I remember meeting him a few times at Marie's in Bohemia, he was a great guy. I know what a loving and close knit family you all are and how devastating this is. Shortly after Liz and I parted ways my brother Richard, who was a year older than I ,passed away, losing a sibling is bad, I can't imagine losing a child. God bless you all,Marie, Liz, Paul, Christine, Jackie and everyone else, my heart and prayers are with you. I will always carry good memories of Howard and all of you.
Sincerely
Tim Kelly
36 Dale dr.
Oakdale, NY
Liz White
February 28, 2007
Our family and community are praying for you and your family. We wanted to let you know that we are so sorry for your loss. We did not know Officer Plouff, but we respect and appreciate all that he did for our Community. May God Bless you and your family during this difficult time,
The White Family, Clemmons, NC
mary ann mayberry
February 28, 2007
may god bless you and your family and thanks to your husband and father for making the ultimate sacrifice to protect and serve as he did for 17 years and you also for the sacrifice you all have made may god see you through the saddness and tears until your family is together again
Charmeka Foster
February 28, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I live in the area where this unfortunately happened, and know that he was truly here to protect us. As a wife, I thank you so much for your true unselfishness. May God be with you in your time of distress.
cheryl hunter
February 28, 2007
my heart goes out to the family and friends.
hunter family
Walter Faye
February 28, 2007
Dear Plouff Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Catie
February 28, 2007
You will always be missed and loved
Jennifer S.
February 28, 2007
I am shocked and horrified for you and all those who love Sgt. Plouff. Life can be so darned unfair. Please accept my deepest condolences. I will remember Sgt. Plouff at the Peace Officers Memorial with much respect. My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
SDPD Crisis Intervention
February 28, 2007
My entire family has been touched by this very senseless tragedy.
Your husband and father is truly a HERO, you should be so proud.
May God bless you and help ease your pain. My prayers are with you all.
Lori Alderman
February 28, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Mr Plouff was a true hero. Our thoughts and prayer are with you at this time.
The Aldermans
PEGGY FEVOLA
February 28, 2007
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO ALL OF THE PLOUFF FAMILY MEMBERS. I DO NOT KNOW ANY OF YOU PERSONALLY BUT FEEL CONNECTIONS THROUGH GROWING UP ON LONG ISLAND NOT FAR FROM YOU, FROM MY DAD BEING A RETIRED NYC FIREMAN AND KNOWING THE DANGERS THE COPS AND FIREMAN ENDURE, ALSO HAVING A NEPHEW WHO HAS JUST JOINED THE WSPD FORCE AND IS IN TRAINING SCHOOL AND WAS AT THE FUNERAL YESTERDAY AND ALSO HAVING GRANDCHILDREN AT SOUTHWEST SCHOOL WHO KNOW YOUR DAUGHTER. MY BIGGEST CONNECTION TO YOU JOYCE IS THAT I LOST MY HUSBAND 10 YEARS AGO VERY SUDDENLY AT AGE 52 AFTER BEING MARRIED 33 YEARS AND ALSO BEING CHILDHOOD SWEETHEARTS. I KNOW ITS GOING TO BE A VERY LONG TOUGH ROAD FOR YOU AND THE GIRLS BUT WITH GODS HELP AND SUPPORT OF ALL OF YOUR WONDERFUL FAMILY, FRIENDS, YOUR SCHOOL FAMILY AND THE POLICE FAMILY YOU WILL BE OK. I NOW CAN SAY THIS AS I NEVER THOUGHT I WOULD BE OK. I WAS AT THE FUNERAL YESTERDAY AS AN USHER FOR HOLY FAMILY AND THE LOVED JUST POURED OUT FOR YOU AND YOUR GIRLS. I REMEMBER TEN YEARS AGO PEOPLE TELLING ME I WAS GOING TO BE OKAY AND IT MEANT NOTHING BUT I PROMISE THAT ONE DAY YOU WILL BE ABLE TO REMEMBER YOUR MEMORIES AND LOOK AT PICTURES WITH LAUGHTER INSTEAD OF TEARS. I ALSO HAVE TO TELL YOU THAT SOMEONE TOLD ME 10 YEARS AGO THAT "TIME" IS YOUR "BEST FRIEND". NO TRUER WORDS COULD HAVE BEEN SAID. ALSO AS YOU SAID SO BEAUTIFULLY AT THE FUNERAL "WE HAD TO TAKE THE CHANCE;WE HAVE TO ACCEPT THE PAIN;OR WE WOULD NEVER HAVE HAD THE DANCE".GOD BLESS YOU AND THE GIRLS AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY. I DO BELIEVE HOWARD WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU IN SPIRIT "UNTIL YOU MEET AGAIN".
Susan Patterson
February 28, 2007
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. My husband was a police officer for 30 yrs before he passed away. I know the fears and uncertainty you have faced each time he left for work. May God Bless you and your girls, and watch over you and keep you in his care.
Angie Hampton
February 28, 2007
Dear Plouff Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. Always know he will be watching over and protecting you all.
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