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Rein Rein, Paul, 76, of Coconut Creek, a Broward County Sheriff's Deputy was shot and killed in the line of duty Wednesday morning in Pompano Beach. Paul was born October 5, 1931 to the late Benjamin and Lena Rein in Manhattan, NY. He was a paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Division of the United States Army and served for 34 years with The United States Postal Service before joining the Sheriff's Office in 1987. He was a proud father and grandfather and loved to serve others. He will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him. Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Theresa; his children, Richard and Joseph; daughters-in-law Linda and Kelly Rein; grandchildren, Sarah, Matt, Sam and Hayley; brothers Ralph and Herman and numerous nieces & nephews; and Teri's children, Chris, Pamela and Michael and their families. In memory of Paul, the family will welcome family and friends on Monday, November 12, 2007, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. & 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Star of David Funeral Chapel, 7701 Bailey Road, North Lauderdale. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, November 13, 2007, 11:00 A.M. at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts Au Rene Theatre, 201 SW 5th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale. Interment will follow at Star of David Cemetery, North Lauderdale. Donations may be made in the memory of Paul Rein to the Sheriff's Foundation of Broward County, 2601 W. Broward Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 32312, to benefit Children of Law Enforcement Officers Killed in the Line of Duty, or Vitas Hospice. For further information please call Star of David Funeral Chapel, 954-722-9000.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on Nov. 11, 2007.

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November 21, 2007

Bag Pipes

Tears

Flag Draped

Folded Flags Follow

Chaplin Reads:

Though I walk through the Valley of the Shadow of Death, I fear no Evil.

Ray Charles Sings:

Oh God! Not that Song.

Immediately Tears

Oh God! Not that verse

O beautiful for heroes proved
In liberating strife.
Who more than self their country loved
And mercy more than life!
America! America!
May God thy gold refine
Till all success be nobleness
And every gain divine!

Can't breathe

Heads Bowed

Governor Christ Speaks:

All of Florida Mourns Today.

Sacrifice.

Sheriff Lamberti Speaks:

Paul was a true Public Servant.

82nd Airborne

33 Years in the USPO

20 Years Broward Sheriffs Office

55 Agencies responded 11/7

Solidarity

Because a senseless act of violence committed upon one of us,

is an act of senseless violence act against all of us.

They came to Mourn from as far away as Rhode Island

Son Rich speaks

Son Joe speaks

Grandson Matt speaks

More Tears

Pain, Heartache, Anger, Heartbreak, Sadness, Loss, grief.

Standing Ovation

Upside down boots in stirrups

Motorcade

5 miles long

Fire Station at 31 & 8th Place

Rigs Lit

Standing at Parade Rest

Solidarity

More Tears

Sinus' Pounding

Motorcade Ends

UNIFORM PERSONNEL!

ATTENTION!

Folded Flags Precede

DETAIL, LIFT

READY, STEEP

READY, STEEP

READY, STEEP

DETAIL, LOWER

READY, FACE

FORWARD, MARCH

Standing still

Right shoulder burns

Fingers numb

Feet on fire

Must not move

Tears

5 Birds approach slowly from the West

Heart squeezed with grief

Overhead, one peels off

More Tears

Bugle Sounds

Taps

More Tears

READY! AIM! FIRE!

READY! AIM! FIRE!

READY! AIM! FIRE!

Can't breathe

Faces wet

Bagpipes

Amazing Grace

Crying everywhere

U.S. Army Honor Guard

Draped Flag Folded

Mechanical Perfection

Flag given to widow

More tears

Dispatch:

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Dispatch:

Uniform 12374 May you walk Heavens Beat with the wind at your back and the Sunshine on your Face.

Dispatch:

Let us observe a moment of silence, Deputy Paul Rein, Uniform
12374 is now 10-7.

Uncontrolled crying everywhere.

Goodbye my Friend. My Brother in arms. I miss You so much.

Deputy N. Momot

alex blake

November 19, 2007

with depest regards .he will be missed by many .remembered by all .

catherine blake

November 19, 2007

my heart goes out to pauls family i will miss him dearly i spent 2 weeks at his house and terrys with her daughter pammy and he made me feel as part of the family if you guys need anything please let me know love always

Doug Cohen

November 15, 2007

I did not have the pleasure of knowing you, but in a way I did - as all police officers know all others. I knew your son Richard. I was his FTO at Davie P.D. My heartfelt sympathy to all members of your family. God bless you all.
Rest in Peace....

david ortega

November 15, 2007

May God give the family at this time and always a peace that transcends all understanding from The Prince of Peace.

Sherry Balber

November 14, 2007

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family of Paul Rein. He is someone you can consider a real mensch. May G-d look over the family. Sherry Balber

mindy tenenhaus-thur

November 14, 2007

WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS THE SORRY AND SADNESS , I AM FEELING
WE CAN ONLY TAKE COMFORT TO KNOW THAT YOU LOST YOUR LIFE DOING WHAT YOU LOVED
PUCKY WAS MY PARENTS BEST FRIEND AND AS KIDS WE LEARNED THE MEANING OF TRUE FRIENDSHIP THROUGH THEM

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE ALONG WITH LEGSY AND SANDY AND CANNOT FORGET SHIRLEY (GUSSIE) TOO
YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART

TERESA TEHRANI

November 14, 2007

MY PRAYS ARE WITH PAUL REIN AND HIS FAMILY.AND ALL THE FAMILIES WHO LOST LOVED ONES IN LAW ENFORCEMENT RECENTLY.GOD BLESS.

aline mar

November 14, 2007

I hope you are safe in heaven!

Clint & Maryann Bigwood

November 14, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. Paul was such a great man. He will be remembered by the many people he touched everyday of his life. He will surely be missed by all. Our thoughts and Prayers are with your family.

Capt. Pete Chambers, Crisp County Sheriff's Office

November 14, 2007

While I never met you, I do know you...you are the type of person who repeatedly has sacrificed much to serve many. May God Bless you, your family, co-workers and friends.

Tish Smiley

November 14, 2007

My condolensces go out to the Rein family. I pray that God blesses you all with His strength through your mourning time.

Alfred Ortega

November 14, 2007

May G-d be with Mr Rein's precious family during this incredibly difficult time! Our prayers are for his wife and all of his loved ones!

Martin

November 14, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family - may god bless you and keep you safe!

Lt. Lou Chamberlain

November 14, 2007

Some officers on my platoon worked with Paul and they all said what a special person he was. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Will Dickson

November 14, 2007

My deepest condolences to the Paul Rein family. His life and memory define heroism and his legacy shall live on with each one of us that proudly wears a badge.

Christian Montenegro

November 14, 2007

My deepest condolences go out the Rein family. Deputy Rein was an angel sent down from heaven to protect the citizens of Broward County. He will be truly missed by the BSO family. He may be gone now, but his spirit will live on forever in our hearts.
Christian Montenegro
Community Service Aide
Broward Sheriff's Office
District 14/Port Everglades

K S

November 13, 2007

Mr. Rein,
You faithfully served, walked in bravery daily and protected those who you were charged to protect. You will be forever remembered and sadly missed by all who knew you, worked with you and most of all those you went home to daily.

Now you are in ultimate peace, rest sweet angel, rest.

Though I never knew you, though we never met, a faithful servant I shall never forget.

I pray for quick and swift justice for your family, I pray for healing in the months and years to come.

Eileen, Courtney, Andrew , Ed LaPlante

November 13, 2007

Dear Rein Family:
As Andrew stated earlier, your family is in our hearts and prayers. I just wanted to add how proud we are of you MAtthew. Your grampa is smiling at you with awesome wings! We love you

Tiffany Woods

November 13, 2007

i was an inmate at pompano beach facility just back in october and I had the honor of Deputy Rein transporting me to court and in the short time i was with him he was respectful and seemed like a man who honored his job. Deputy Rein's family will be in my prayers during their hard time. RIP Deputy Rein Gods speed you will forever be missed

Tom osgood

November 13, 2007

My thoughts are to mr. Rein, You did GOOD! And GODSPEED....

Officer Quevedo

November 13, 2007

Rest in peace brother, we have the watch now. May you rest in the glory of our lord, hero. God bless you, fmaily and department.

Jim Stockdale

November 13, 2007

Paul, You were a dear friend and co-worker. I will miss you so much. What a great friend.

L'ERIN COOPER

November 13, 2007

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Texas PD Sanchez

November 13, 2007

"Blessed are the Peacemakers" Sir my heart goes out to your family. "May the Lord bless you and keep you may the Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious on to you"

Tony Lanza

November 13, 2007

This man has lived a productive life (even though cut too short) and contributed much to the community and mankind. Rest in peace.

OMS/RUIZ FAMILY

November 13, 2007

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Cooper Family

November 13, 2007

Another fallen Hero.God Bless the Rein Family and all the LEO who protect us and serve.RIP

AVA DRUCKMAN

November 13, 2007

THE DRUCKMAN FAMIILY FEELS YOUR PAIN AND WE ARE SORRY THAT HE HAD TO GO AND I MYSELF AHD WATCH IT IN THE NEWS TODAY AND I CRIED A THOUSAND TEARS FOR YOU, MY DAD WORK AS A BSO OFFICER BUT IN HANDICAP DIVISION, BUT HE PASSED AWAY A DIFFENERT WAY SO I FEEL YOUR PAIN AND YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS GOD BLESS YOU

Sandy

November 13, 2007

My deepest sympathy for Deputy Paul Rein's family & the BSO Deputies who serve us everyday. The memorial today was a testament to the greatness of this wonderful man. I was not lucky enough to have known him, but I pray that your memories of him get you all thru this most difficult time. God Bless all of you.

November 13, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Donald & Julia Ryan

November 13, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

ANTHON

November 13, 2007

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE DEPUTY REIN, EVEN THOUGH I DONT KNOW YOU AT ALL ,BUT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAY,I AM FROM MIAMI, FLORIDA, BUT I RESIDE IN ATLANTA,GA MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY , TAKE CARE

Andrew LaPlante

November 13, 2007

To the entire Rein family. I am very sorry for your loss. You guys are all in my thoughts and prayers, as well as the thoughts and prayers of my father Ed and my mother Eileen.
-LaPlante family

JOE DE MATTEO

November 13, 2007

MAY GOD BLESS HIM AND OTHER DEPUTIES OF BSO. I AM A RETIRED DETECTIVE FROM OUTSIDE BUFFALO,N.Y. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THE BSO.

Sheri Trotta

November 13, 2007

TO FAMILY & FRIENDS OF PAUL REIN,

I am a citizen of Broward Co, and i just wanted to say I did not know Paul Rein , but he put his life on the line everyday for my safty and i want to send the family and friends of Paul my deepest sympathy and prayers .

Paul may not be with you physicaly but he is always gonna be right there in your hearts.

God Bless,

Brian Wise

November 13, 2007

My blessings go out to you and your family in this time of grief.

Anette Sanchez

November 13, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Sanchez Family

Deputy Carlos Cruz

November 13, 2007

Dear Mrs. Rein and his family:

My deepest sympathy for you and your family. During my more than 11 years at BSO, it being such a large department, I only met Paul Rein once. It was just a casual conversation at the North Broward Detention Facility. I had just started with BSO. I asked him about the requirements for becoming a prisoner transport deputy, and he responded. At first I wondered why I remember this otherwise meaningless conversation. But after hearing about the kind of person he was, now I know why. I think that it must have been in the way that he responded that made me subconsciously remember this simple conversation. Thanks Paul, as sincerity and courtesy is greatly appreciated. May god be with you.

TROOPER RAGUSA

November 13, 2007

Rest in peace Officer Paul Rein. Thank you for your service and your courage.You are a true american hero thank you

Lawrence & Alexis Virgin

November 13, 2007

Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this most difficult time. May God continue to watch over you and bless you.

Donna Flagg

November 13, 2007

My heart is so deeply saddened by this tragedy. May the Lord comfort you and your family and hold you safely in the palm of His Hands.

M. Tucciarone

November 13, 2007

Our hearts are heavy with grief for you and your family. We along with I am sure all of Florida weep with you in your loss. May God give you and your family the strength to come through this sad time.

Thomas Schenck

November 13, 2007

It was with great sadness that I heard about Deputy Paul Rein's death. Deputy Rein's family has my deepest condolences. Deputy Rein, his family & his BSO family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May Deputy Rein RIP!

VITAS DADE AND MONROE PROGRAM

November 13, 2007

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW MAY YOUR MEMORIES BRING YOU COMFORT.

P Bailey

November 13, 2007

Such a sad day for the Rein family and BCS. Condolences to you all during this most difficult time.

Neuler Maciel

November 13, 2007

I just want to share my condolences to Rein family,aim sure him is on better place now!But him always going to remember as father and hero.Him was so good person to the point of cost him life. I hope peoples understand behind each BSO are life going on and stop fight with them,they just enforce the laws.

Jan Garske

November 13, 2007

Dear Mrs. Rein,
Our hearts are broken and our deepest sympathies go to you and your family. I have a young son whose dad worked with Deputy Rein. Like all of us, he is struggling to accept that such a bad thing happened to such a good and kind man. My son wants you to know that Deputy Rein will always be a hero in his heart and that we will never forget him. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.

S White

November 13, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God continue to strengthen and guide you through this ordeal.

Carl Hall(PPPD Ret.)

November 13, 2007

My condolences to the Rein Family and the BSO Family.

Elaine Goddard

November 13, 2007

Dear Terry, Edie and the Rein family,
My heart is crying for you at this very difficult time. Please find comfort in knowing that others care, and are sharing your pain. God Bless you, comfort you, and give you peace.

muriel flamm

November 13, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

leslie and scott frisch

November 13, 2007

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Melissa

November 13, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Deputy Rein was a hero to all of us for serving his county everyday and giving his life for it as well. We will never forget him, your loss so tragic made us realize how precious life is and how much "I love you" can mean!

Alex J. McDonald

November 13, 2007

Another hero has fallen. May he rest in peace. God has a special place in heaven for cops and Paul will be there with his brothers and sisters who have gone before.Rich I worked with you in Davie when you graduated from the academy. My prayers are with you all. Alex J. McDonald BSO retired

Sandra

November 13, 2007

A very sad day.

We were blessed to have Paul Rein.
May he rest in peace.

Commissioner John Sims

November 13, 2007

Rest in Peace Brother. We will all miss you and we will never forget...

Michael

November 13, 2007

My condolences to the Rein family nad also I would like to give thanks to Rein for the job that he did through his years of services.

Gail & Bobby Freiberger

November 13, 2007

Our Prayers and Thoughts are with your family on such a great loss.
Sincere condolences to your BSO Family.

Rev. Brad Smith, Chaplain

November 13, 2007

Dear Terry, Edie & Rein Family,
Our love, sympathy, thoughts and prayers are extended to you as you mourn the loss of your dear Paul. Vitas Team 143.

George Gomez

November 13, 2007

My Prayers are with Paul Rein and his family sorrow, in this sense lee killing

Mardy Mckee

November 13, 2007

Dear Terri and Edie, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of deep sorrow.

ZEYAD MASRI

November 13, 2007

REST IN PEACE YOU ARE A TRUE HERO I WISH I COULD HAVE BEEN THERE TO HELP YOU. MY PRAYERS GO OUT. REST IN PEACE.

Marcos Rejtman and Family

November 12, 2007

Dear Teri,Edie,Pam,and Rein family,
We are deeply sorry, and our thoughts and prayers are with you.

B. Martin

November 12, 2007

To the Family,
There are no words to describe the loss of a love one. The only hope we have is in the Lord. My prayers are with you.
Bless you always,

DANIA BEACH C.O.P.S.

November 12, 2007

Deputy Rein we are the extra eyes and ears for the Sheriff's Dept. in Dania Beach we wish we could of been there to assist that terrible morning, being by yourself, but we would have apprended him before this tragedy happened. We will continue to be the extra eyes and ears for other 6500 deputies we will miss you pal.

Vitas Team 146

November 12, 2007

Dear Edie, Mrs. Rein and Family,

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Dr. Mike and Arlene Perl

November 12, 2007

To the Rein Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Dave Lieberman

November 12, 2007

May you rest in peace, a job well done.

KATRINA LAWS

November 12, 2007

MAY GOR BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.

Delvin Scott

November 12, 2007

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE REIN FAMILY.

Vicki Oski

November 12, 2007

Please except my sympathy to your family and friends, MAy God bless you all.you are in my prayers.

Cynthia Stanley

November 12, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you at the time of your loss and BSO's loss

Diana Strange

November 12, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and also your BSO family as well.
Maroone Ford of Ft. Lauderdale

David Lackey

November 12, 2007

Please know that your Vitas family in Southern California carries all of you in our hearts and prayers.

Amanda Nieves

November 12, 2007

Our prayers and thoughts are with the family.

Lynn Jackson

November 12, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jill Gelber

November 12, 2007

We would like to offer our condolences on the passing of your husband, father, and friend to so many.
In our human condition it is so hard to comprehend the passing of someone we love, but take comfort in the fact he has completed his earthly journey and has embraced his heavenly reward.

We wish you comfort in this time of lose .

With deep affection,
The Gelber Family

Mieiro Family

November 12, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Pieter & Denise Bryant

November 11, 2007

Paul will be greatly missed.
Having been in the academy with him 20 years ago, I can say he will be remembered for his forever smile and upbeat personality. Paul was a loyal Co-worker & friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Anthony April

November 11, 2007

To the family of Deputy Rein, no words can express your loss but I hope you are able to find comfort knowing that you have law enforcement brothers and sisters across the nation praying for you. Your extended family.

Tim & Lynn Hill

November 11, 2007

We're so very sorry to hear about your Dad. Our love and prayers are with you and your family.

BRIAN KELLY

November 11, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Tom and Miryam Lawless

November 11, 2007

We reciently lost our daughter,Officer Michelle Lawless, and share your pain. May God bless you and all your family in this time of sorrow.

Carla Gemmati

November 11, 2007

May Deputy Rein rest in peace and may God Bless you and your family in your time of need! Sure is good to know they caught the person who did this to such a brave soul! All officers and deputies are hereos!

MR& MRS KEVINS SCOTT

November 11, 2007

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY.

CATHY FRANCIS

November 11, 2007

I'M VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND SYMPATHY FOR THE rEIN FAMILY AND FRIENDS

Robert Fenton

November 11, 2007

May his memory be for a blessing. May he rest in peace.

Jeff and Mindy thur

November 11, 2007

Our sympathies are out to the Rein Family. Rest in Peace, we will miss you

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