Pasadena Police Department, California
End of Watch Friday, February 24, 2006
Reflections for Police Officer Kyle Russell Ballard
Kyle-You were truly a hero in my eyes. You were an brave cop, a kind soul, and a true friend. I don't understand why you were taken from us. There were too many people here that loved you and needed you. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace. Your friend. R.S.
To Laurie and the boys-
Laurie, I worked with Kyle and wanted to let you know what an outstanding, loyal, kind man he was. I cannot imagine the grief you are going through losing your husband and best-friend. We had a few conversations about children and being married. Kyle would glow with pride and happiness every time he talked about you and the boys. I could tell that his family meant the world to him. I know he is watching over you guys. You and the boys are in my thoughts and prayers. I truly am sorry for you loss.
R.S.
R.S.
Pasadena Police Department
February 27, 2006
I was told Kyle died from an enlarged heart. Although anyone who knew Kyle, knew he always had a Big Heart.
Who would have thought that the part of Kyle that made us love him; would take him from us.
I truly miss you,
Big “D”
PPD
Officer Darryl Harris
Pasadena Police
February 27, 2006
kyle, i will miss you my friend. i will miss seeing you at your locker, next to me. I will miss the fact that everytime i passed you at your locker you would try to wrestle me and joke around. I always thought it was amazing that you were such a great officer, but still so humble. i appreciate, along with the other guys in our unit that you were always willing to help us learn the gang stuff, because YOU really wanted us to do well. i will miss you
Officer Tim Wratten
Pasadena
February 27, 2006
I was hired as a civilian employee two months after Kyle started. Although I was not fortunate enough to see Kyle on a regular basis, each experience I had with him strengthened my feeling that he was an incredibly good-natured person of great character, and also with a great sense of and appreciation for humor. He treated everyone respectfully and had the wonderful habit of always saying hello to people by name, no matter how busy or rushed he was. I always enjoyed our encounters because he was so gracious, pleasant and positive every time. You couldn't help but enjoy the experience of just being around him.
Police Specialist Jeffrey Siciliano
Pasadena Police
February 27, 2006
You prove that truly the good die young. You, your goodness, kindness, and enthusiasm for everything positive will truly be missed not only at the PPD but also in the world. RIP
Officer Robert Tucker
Pasadena PD
February 27, 2006
I will always remember your joy of life, your boundless love for others, and your unwavering passion for doing your best. I miss you, I love you, and I am so very proud of you!
Mary Puthuff
Loving Aunt
February 27, 2006
Though I never knew you personally Kyle, I have known many like you. Young, hard working, all caring Police Officers willing to give all you had to get the job done. I left almost a full year before you came on the job and I truly regret that we never had a chance to meet. I know we would have worked well together and would have become great friends. God Bless you and care for you. Rest assured that all of us, and the Lord, will take care of your family for you.
Sgt. John A. Olquin
Pasadena P.D. (Retired)
February 27, 2006
Dear, Kyle, your family and friends:
I have no words to express to you my sadness for the loss Kyle. Truely, the world is a lesser place without you Klye. I know you are with God and the Angels now, and heaven is improved with your presence. We shall meet again brother.
With my upmost respect and affection,
Officer Peter McHugh
Officer Peter McHugh
Pasadena Police Department
February 27, 2006
My prayers to the Family and friends of Officer Ballard
Officer Thomas Wiederhold #1890
Fort Worth Police,Tx
February 27, 2006
Rest in peace brother. May God bless you and your family.
Patrolman
February 27, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Kyle Ballard; may he rest in peace.
Police Officer - Jason E. Lucas
South Pasadena Police Department
February 27, 2006
I didn't know Kyle well as I was just "passing though" his life but I looked forward to seeing him in my classes and greatly appreciated his ready sense of humor.
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for his wife and children, they bear a burden in his untimely passing that the rest of us will never truly understand.
Now he belongs to the ages and has all the answers to all of human kinds questions. And he awaits our arrival to brief us on our next Tour of Duty.
God Bless Kyle and his loved ones.
F. Dickey
SBSO/Retired
February 27, 2006
Kyle, you were a true warrior. Cops like you are far, few and in between. Anyone that knew you could attest to that. I dont know why you were taken so soon. Maybe the man upstairs decided he needed you on his force. Rest in peace brother, you will always be remebered and we will continue to fight crime as passionately as you did...
Detective Ernie Devis
Pasadena Police - Ca
February 27, 2006
Kyle,
Words cannont express enough what a true hero you are to all of us. You are a great friend, partner, husband and father. You will never be forgotten as your smile will shine through all of us. God bless you and your family. We love you
Pasadena Police Department
February 27, 2006
Our Hero Of Blue
This is dedicated to all Police Officers and Families
Wriiten by Theresa Andrezywski 2
The Wife of a Baltimore City Police Officer
Our hero of blue has fallen
A time of peace is calling
For you to go with God above
He'll give you wings of blue with love
To send a message for everyone
To remember a life and what was done
A dream fulfilled of our angel of blue
We honor you for the job you swore to do
A promise was kept from a hero like you
You put your life on the line each day
To protect and serve in everyway
And to give you thanks we will do our part
To share your message and to keep you in our heart
ANONYMOUS
February 27, 2006
YOU CAN NEVER BE REPLACED AND YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN..
DET. BROGHAMER
PASADENA
February 27, 2006
For those who did not know Kyle, I thought I would share a little info. Kyle was a dedicated family man with a wife he adored and three young sons that meant the world to him. While not with his family, Kyle was giving 100 percent to his second family, the Pasadena Police Department. Kyle served as a patrol officer, worked four years in the Special Enforcement Section (working gangs, street narcotics, and as a member of the tactical team), and on the LA Impact gang task force. Kyle recently returned to patrol, where he was accepted as Field Traininig Officer and was due to attend FTO School in April of this year. Kyle was an example to all of us in his dedication to his family, his career serving the community of Pasadena, and to his friends. He touched many of us at the department and he will be missed greatly. We will always love and you we will never forget. We will make sure your sons know what a great man you were. Your friend, Buzz
Cpl. Ara Bzdigian
Pasadena Police Dept
February 27, 2006
I was saddened to read of the death of another officer. My thoughts and prayers are with the Ballard family and the Pasadena PD. Officer Ballard, may you rest in peace in the loving arms of the Creator.
Mary Kay Balchunas
Mother of Jay Balchunas, EOW 11/5/04
February 27, 2006
Kyle:
May your smile shine brightly in heaven as it did here on earth.
Peace and God blessings be with your family during this very tragic time.
Debbie Bush
fellow co worker
February 27, 2006
I will always remember Kyle as a kind person with warm smile. He will be deeply missed. May God bless Kyle's soul and his family.
Ofcr. David Thomas
Pasadena PD
February 27, 2006
My prayers and thanks to family, Pasadena Police Department Officers and friends that will miss Officer Ballard.
Retired Captain Joe L. Gilliland
Danville, KY PD
February 27, 2006
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE,YOU WILL BE MISSED,REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER. GOD BLESS YOU ,FAMILY,AND DEPT
OFC.J.L."PEPE'"HERNANDEZ
ALBUQUERQUE POLICE DEPT.(NM)
February 27, 2006
Officer Ballard..you your family - friends & co-workers are in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time..please watch over them & your fellow brothers/sisters in blue..YOU ARE GONE..BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN..REST IN PEACE & WITH EASE BLUE ANGEL!!!!
girlfriend of a dpd
detroit, mi
February 27, 2006
My heartfelt sympathies to the family of Officer Ballard...another one taken too soon.. too young...Be strong ...hold on.. we will survive....It has almost been a year since we lost Drew... I have no idea how we got here, but we did, and you will also...
all of my love, Chrissy wife
William "Drew" Henley, Suffolk PD, VA
EOW 3/16/05
February 27, 2006
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. R.I.P. BROTHER OFFICER. NEVER FORGOTTEN!!
DETECTIVE LIONEL GARRETT
INGLEWOOD POLICE DEPARTMENT
February 27, 2006