Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Skip,

I will never forget the day I went into briefing and was first informed of the tragedy that took you away from us. The shock and sadness can still be felt today.

The first time I met you, you were investigating a possible DUI at US 60 and Signal Butte when you walked over to me, and without hesitation stating,"Damn, how old are you?" You had that grin on your face that I still remember today. I was still in field training and I guess with my short haircut I looked to be about 12..and you let me know it. The advise you gave me that night based on all your past expierenceis still instilled in me today. Thank you!

On behalf on my family, and the Mesa Police Department, our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. Thank you for having a positive impact on my life and career.

Officer Gavin Tanner
Mesa Police Department, AZ

I worked traffic control at 8400 Shea during Skip Fink's procession. Though my part in the proceedings was small, I was truly honored to have been a part of it and to have had the opportunity to salute Ofc. Fink as the procession passed my post. I still think of Ofc. Fink often even though my LE career has taken me some 1500 miles from the Valley, and I'm glad to honor his memory with this posting. Best wishes to my Arizona law enforcement comrades. Stay safe.

Once and Always a Scottsdale Cop

At the beginning of every shift I supervise, myself and the other officers on shift dedicate the day to the memory of a fallen officer. Today, February 18, 2003 we dedicated the shift to the memory of Officer Fink who died on this date three years ago.

When one law enforcement officer falls, we all stumble for a while, but we will carry on.

Officer Fink's sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Paul Bissonnette
Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Surrey, BC

Skip,
No one who knew you will ever forget the devilish grin, the dry sense of humor or the unbelievable loyalty you exhibited. No one who knew you will ever forget your commitment to duty and the respect you displayed to your department and to fellow citizens as well. When I drove past your memorial on US60 recently, tears stung my eyes as I remembered your witticisms and your wisdom. You may be gone, but you will never be forgotten. R.I.P., my friend.

Anonymous