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Phoenix PD Sergeant killed - my former nephew
« on: October 19, 2010, 07:57:57 PM »
Sgt. Sean Drenth of the Phoenix Police Dept., was killed last night, found shot to death near the Az. State Capitol building around 11:00 PM.  His wife, mother, grandparents, and my ex-wife are devastated.
I used to bounce five year old Sean on my knee so many years ago.  My ex- and I gave him some birthday and Christmas gifts that just drove his Mom bonkers. Fun for him, very annoying for her.  That is what an aunt and uncle are for, I suppose.
He was a great kid, grew up to be a good man.  I have not seen him in many years, and yet it still hurts.  The memories I have of him are good ones.

The story is here.

ETA: Coincidentally, my company is sending me to Phoenix again on business this Saturday.  I do not have confirmation on when the services will be, but maybe I will be able to attend, depending on when it is held.
My ex- and two of my children are traveling there tomorrow to be with Sean's family.
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Re: Phoenix PD Sergeant killed - my former nephew
« Reply #1 on: October 19, 2010, 08:05:28 PM »
Sorry.
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Re: Phoenix PD Sergeant killed - my former nephew
« Reply #2 on: October 19, 2010, 08:07:20 PM »

Condolences to his loved ones.

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Re: Phoenix PD Sergeant killed - my former nephew
« Reply #3 on: October 19, 2010, 08:21:29 PM »
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Re: Phoenix PD Sergeant killed - my former nephew
« Reply #4 on: October 19, 2010, 08:27:32 PM »
My condolences.  =(
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Re: Phoenix PD Sergeant killed - my former nephew
« Reply #5 on: October 19, 2010, 08:52:38 PM »
We honor his memory. May the killer(s) meet swift and certain justice.
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Re: Phoenix PD Sergeant killed - my former nephew
« Reply #6 on: October 19, 2010, 09:05:24 PM »
Sorry to hear it.
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Re: Phoenix PD Sergeant killed - my former nephew
« Reply #7 on: October 19, 2010, 10:05:15 PM »
My deepest sympathy.  I hope you can attend.  Please thank his family for his service.


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Re: Phoenix PD Sergeant killed - my former nephew
« Reply #8 on: October 19, 2010, 10:26:54 PM »
Condolences and prayers sent...
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Re: Phoenix PD Sergeant killed - my former nephew
« Reply #9 on: October 26, 2010, 01:27:49 AM »
The funeral service for Sean was held this morning. It was a very moving event with hundreds of people were in attendance.  He was well respected and very well liked among his peers in the Phoenix Police Department.  There were many testimonials both to the wonderful family man he was, and to the outstanding way he served the people of Phoenix for almost thirteen years.
He will be very sorely missed, not just by his family, but also by his extensive network of friends, people that he touched deeply over the years.
I sure wish I could have known him better in his adult years.
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Re: Phoenix PD Sergeant killed - my former nephew
« Reply #10 on: October 26, 2010, 07:27:23 PM »
I don't know how I missed this the first time around.

My belated condolences.
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