 Memorials
to Fallen K-9s 2005 page 41 The F.A.S.T. Co. donates sets of memorial cards to all partners I need your help to inform me of such losses. |
Dept. addresses available for those who want to send condolences to officers. See below
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Loving Memory of K-9 USO (Uso vom Lachenerweg) December 16, 2005 waiting for photo to do cards... Partner: Officer Marc Raymond Vacaville Police Department 660 Merchant St. Vacaville, CA 95688 707 449.5200
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The German-born dog, whose full name was Uso vom Lachenerweg, was 2 years old when he joined the Vacaville force on Oct. 16, 2000. A month later, Uso and his human partner, Raymond, completed basic training. The pair were inseparable for the next five years. During his tenure, Uso was deployed 150 times and located 16 suspects who were in hiding, tracked eight suspects and physically brought in five suspects. About 16 suspects gave up without a fight when they realized Uso was on scene, Makowski said. The dog was also trained in detecting narcotics. Memorable finds include multiple pounds of marijuana and cocaine and numerous ounces of methamphetamine. He reportedly also identified more than $10,000 in cash as illicit drug money. The dog's handler, in a prepared statement, recalled his partner's softer side - his love of children and the dog's extreme loyalty to him and to other officers. "He could often be found with children crawling on and around him during public demonstrations," Raymond said. "He would just sit in the middle of a group of children touring his patrol car and calmly watch as they played with the lights and siren." In August, Raymond reportedly realized Uso was ready for retirement. "Marc said Uso was tired, his stamina was decreased, jumping and other rigorous things he was unable to do," Makowski said. On Oct. 23, Uso officially was retired. At that last shift briefing, Makowski said, the Team One, Watch Two patrol shift gave their furry co-worker a rare treat - "a tasty filet mignon steak, which he quickly devoured and thoroughly enjoyed." Soon after, Raymond discovered his former partner-turned-pet had cancer. And last week, the dog was humanely put down. "Uso is gone, but not forgotten," said Makowski in a prepared statement. "He is greatly missed." Raymond has since become the coordinator of the K-9 Unit, and the team is in the process of expansion. The growth of the community necessitates adding more dogs to the team, which began 20 years ago with two dogs and two handlers, Makowski said. Slated to join veteran K-9 Officer Dave Spencer and Vito are officers Julie Hayes and Cir, and Cary Ballard and Hexer. Officer Kelli Gottlieb is slated to meet her canine partner in March or April. Makowski said the support of the community has been integral to the team's growth and resulting successes, and hopes they will continue to aid the department. The new dogs, plus their training, cost about $7,000 each, he said, and officials are considering hosting fundraisers in coming months to help defray costs. |
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| In Loving Memory of K-9 JAKE December 26, 2005  Partner: Paul Sires West Haven Connecticut Police Dept. 200 Saw Mill Rd. West Haven, CT 06516 203 937.3900 |
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to do... waiting for photo.... Paul Sires of the West Haven Connecticut Police Department recently had his long time partner "Jake" pass on. Jake was retired for 4 years and died suddenly in Paul arms. He was truly an awesome working dog and a great friend to everyone that met him. He and Paul actually inspired me to get involved in K-9 and to start a K-9 unit in the Hamden Police Department. I appreciate your support and look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Frank McDermott & K-9 "Hero" Hamden Connecticut Police Department Officer Paul Sires has been a dog handler since 1992. Officer Sires original partner K-9 Jake retired after 9 successful years. Officer Sires new partner is K-9 Jo. K-9 Jo has conducted numerous successful searches / tracks for the department and have been cross-trained in the detection of narcotics. They participated in the 10th Annual State of Connecticut Police K-9 Olympics and won two Best Team Awards in the Criminal Apprehension and Obstacle events. <------Pictured Left to right: ret. K-9 Jake,K-9 Jo & Ofc.Sires |
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| In Loving Memory of K-9 BACH December 29, 2005  Partner: PS David Kennedy Cincinnati PD K-9 Unit 5083 Colerain Ave Cincinnati, OH 45223 (513) 352-4088 Fax (513) 681-1123 |
Retired Cincinnati Police K9 Bach
passed away on 12/29/2005 having reached the ripe old age of 11.
He left active duty in 2003 and enjoyed his retirement with Police
Specialist David Kennedy, his handler, and the rest of his
family. “Bach apprehended more than 100 serious criminals during
his service, including rapists, bank robbers, burglars, car thieves,
and drug dealers. Bach was also a USPCA National Top 20, and a
Region 5 Top Dog, showing you can do both the street and the
certifications well. Although I am feeling the loss of my
partner, and words fail to describe the sadness Bach’s passing brings
to me, my heart is uplifted that such a great dog shared his world with
me and taught me more than I ever taught him. My faith is placed
in seeing him and all of my dogs again in Heaven as I rejoin my
pack. In Bach’s memory I ask that all of you love your dogs, pets
and partners alike, just a little more. Cherish your time with
them because it is so fleeting….Thank You, Bach, my partner, my friend,
my teacher!” Lost K9 Jarro earlier this year. submitted by: David Kennedy |
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Loving Memory of K-9 ACE December 30, 2005  Partners: Deputy Terry Wood former handler: Mike Parrish Chambers County Sheriff's Dept. Chief Deputy C.M. Williams Chambers County Sheriff's Department 2 Lafayette Street - Lafayette, AL 36862 (334)864-4333 submitted by Mike Parrish |
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am Mike Parrish from Chambers County Sheriff's Department in Alabama.
I wanted to let you know about K9 Ace. He was diagnosed with lymphoma
several months ago which is a form of leukemia. Treatment was
unsuccessful and we were forced to euphamize him this morning. Ace
replaced K9 Narco who was killed in the line of duty on March 24, 2003.
I transferred out of K9 several months ago and turned Ace over to a new
handler. If you could let me know what you need to put Ace on your
website, I would be forever grateful. Thank you for everything that you have already done. ********************* Press Release 1/04/06 Sheriff Sid Lockhart regrets to report that on Friday, 12/30/05, K9 Ace passed away. K9 Ace was diagnosed with lymphoma (which is a form of leukemia) several months ago. A private memorial service was held to honor Ace following his passing. K9 Ace served Chambers County since April, 2003. Ace was a community favorite after replacing K9 Narco and filled Narco’s “shoes” well. K9 Ace was instrumental in assisting surrounding law enforcement agencies in fighting the war on drugs, apprehending criminals and making situations safer for our law enforcement officers. Ace will be truly missed by all who knew him. Sheriff Lockhart would like to thank everyone who made donations that made it possible to purchase Ace. After K9 Narco was killed in the line of duty, the Sheriff’s Department purchased insurance to cover Ace. The insurance is covering 100% of the cost of a new dog and training which is in the planning stage. We hope to have another K9 unit in service before the end of April. Sheriff Lockhart and the Sheriff’s Department family would also like to thank everyone who was involved during the treatment of Ace’s disease and the memorial service including: Riverside Veterinary Hospital Dr. Shanni McCrillis Brian Ortman Auburn University Small Animal Clinic Johnson Brown Service Funeral Home Dave Shirley Photography Sandy’s Service Center Lee County Sheriff’s Department Opelika Police Department Auburn Police Department Valley Police Department Lanett Police Department Lafayette Police Department Alabama State Troopers West Point Police Department Chambers County Drug Task Force Father Bob Haux House of Flowers Chambers County Probate Judge John Crowder |