Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

We at Nevada Office of Emergency Management extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Specialist Sarah Beckstrom. Her dedication, courage, and service will never be forgotten. Rest in peace, Hero.

Statewide 911 Coordinator, Tawanna Wade-
NV Office of Emergency Management

January 12, 2026

I was saddened to hear of the cowardly ambush that took your life and wounded your fellow Guardsman. Rest in peace soldier/sister. From a Marine, 1971-75 and retired LEO with 38 years.

RLL (Sgt retired)
ACSO (CO)

December 27, 2025

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.

Author Unknown

"Always Ready, Always There"

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

December 26, 2025

On behalf of the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles, we offer our heartfelt condolences. Specialist Beckstrom's courage and dedication to duty will never be forgotten. Our thoughts are with her family, colleagues, and community as they navigate this profound loss.

Office of Victim Services - Mandy Kimner
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

December 22, 2025

PROTECTORS PRAYER

LORD, YOU HAVE ALREADY WON THE BATTLES I WILL FACE TODAY.

I REST IN YOUR SOVEREIGNTY KNOWING YOU HAVE APPOINTED ME
FOR THIS DUTY.

THE POWER THAT CREATED EVERYTHING LIVES IN ME THROUGH YOUR SPIRIT, LET ME FEAR NOTHING.

GIVE ME THE COURAGE OF DAVID, THE STRENGHT OF SAMSON, WISDOM SOLOMON AND THEGRACE OF YOUR SON, JESUS.

WHILE I AM AWAY PROTECT MY FAMILY, LET ME RETURN UNHARMED. PREPARE THEIR HEARTS SHOULD TODAY BE THE DAY I MEET YOU FACE TO FACE.

LET ME SERVE THE PEOPLE OF THIS BLESSED COUNTRY AND COMMUNITY WITH A SERVANT'S HEART; BEING QUICK TO LISTEN, SLOW TO SPEAK, AND SLOW TO BECOME ANGRY.

LORD YOU HAVE GIVEN ME GREAT RESPONSIBILITY. HELP ME TO PROTECT THE VULNERABLE AND INNOCENT.

WHEN THE MOMENT CALLS, ALLOW ME TO SHOW COMPASSION AND HUMILITY TO THOSE WHO CROSS MY PATH.

WHEN FACED WITH EVIL, LET MY ACTIONS BE DEFINITIVE, IMPERTIAL, AND ABOVE REPROACH.

PROTECT MY BROTHER TO MY LEFT AND MY SISTER TO MY RIGHT AS WE RESPOND FEARLESSLY, WITHOUT HESITATION TO THE UNKNOWN

FOR HIS GLORY

David P Strawn, Firefighter/Paramedic (r
Dayton Ohio Fire Depart

December 22, 2025

Rest In Peace Hero.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

December 22, 2025

In times of loss, we come together to honor the memory and service of those who have passed. It's a moment to reflect on the impact they've had on the lives of others, and the legacy they leave behind. Their dedication and service will always be remembered, and their spirit will continue to inspire. May comfort find its way to you and all those mourning this loss.

Retired LAPD Reserve Police Officer

December 19, 2025

Another "Hero" taken.
You helped make this world a safer place to live.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Prayers to your loved ones and to your department.

Det. Billy Russo
Nassau County P.D., New York

December 17, 2025

Specialist Beckstrom, a police officer should be remembered not by how she died but by how she lived! A brave woman has left to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you for your 2 1/2 years of commitment to law enforcement, your family, and the West Virginia National Guard. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace, Sister!

Chief (Ret) Steven Marsall
Georges Mills, NH

December 15, 2025

May you forever be remembered by all those that knew you personally. I hate that members such as yourself were put in this position. As a Military Police Veteran who served I am truly grateful for your service.

Sgt. Linford Moore
Dept. of Veterans Affairs

December 14, 2025

I am 17 years undercover, was at the Pentagon after 911, and have never seen a BRAVER, more Steadfast Officer that I can point my daughters up to!!!! Hold your post in Heaven, cause ,unfortunately, more Angels like you are coming. BUGGS Alexandria City PD, retired 2006. With LOVE!!!

Ret, Det. William G. Bunney
City of Alexandria Va

December 11, 2025

On behalf of Point 27, we would like to offer condolences for Specialist Sarah Beckstrom. Please know we are eternally grateful for Sarah’s service and her ultimate sacrifice.

To honor Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, Point 27 sent Thin Green Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with "I will be strong and courageous. I will not be terrified, or discouraged; for the Lord my God is with me wherever I go" Joshua 1:9, to the West Virginia Army National Guard in Charleston, West Virginia for Sarah’s fellow soldiers. Point 27 also sent Folded Flag Necklaces engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Specialist Sarah Beckstrom’s family.

Point 27 is a Non-Profit organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, with God’s Word inscribed on Shields of Strength jewelry.

We will never forget and we are forever grateful for Sarah.

Respectfully,

Colonel David Dodd,
United States Army Retired
Executive Director-Point 27

Linda Rhodes
Surviving Wife of Detective Jerry M. Rhodes, Dallas Police Department Retired
Point 27 National Outreach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
[email protected]
972-978-5325

Linda Rhodes

December 10, 2025

Rest In Peace.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

December 10, 2025

God bless you Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the West Virginia Army National Guard. Rest in Peace Sister.

Officer Jim Drabos (Retired)
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department

December 9, 2025

Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Sergeant Alexander Hernandez
Miccousukee Police Department

December 9, 2025

Condolences to all from the great state of Maryland.

Corporal F. Esposito
Maryland Transportation Authority police

December 9, 2025

May you Rest in peace

SGM Ret USA Christopher King
149th MEB KYARNG

December 9, 2025

May you rest in Peace

Justin Carr PO2
USN Retired

December 8, 2025

Thank you for your service and sacrifice Spc Sarah Beckstrom. My heart breaks for your family, and for your fellow Guardsmen. May you R.I.P. and watch over your family, friends and fellow Guardsmen, especially Andrew. GOD BLESS YOU!

Marion Lawlor
Wife of fellow Guardsman, TSgt Bryan T. Lawlor, WVA Air NG

December 8, 2025

Mat God's hand of peace and comfort be on the surviving family and the rest of her unit.

Chaplain Jesse White
Missouri State Highway Patrol Troop D

December 7, 2025

Thank You Sarah for Serving and defending your country. You sacrificed yourself so that others can live their daily life safely. As a U.S. Army Military Police Veteran and more than 40 years of LE service, we pray for your family in their time of loss.

Sheriff Mike Unger
Stanton County Nebraska Sheriff's Office

December 7, 2025

Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice

Cpt Larry Meyers
NYPD

December 6, 2025

A very sad tragedy. From a current State Police Officer and former Army Reserve Military Police Specialist, my condolences.

CSV, TABC Agent

December 6, 2025

May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten. God Bless You. Your Family, & Friends

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

December 6, 2025

Rest in peace, Specialist Beckstrom. Praying for your loved ones.

Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY

December 5, 2025