Video: Memorial dedicated in honor of SPD Officer Tim Brenton

One year after the murder of Seattle Police Officer Tim Brenton – a West Seattle High School graduate – at 29th and Yesler in Leschi, hundreds of people gathered this afternoon to turn the site into a tribute to a hero, as a community-created memorial was dedicated. Officer Brenton’s widow Lisa was there with their children, including son Quinn:

The occasion was personal, not just for the family but for the Leschi neighbors who came together to make the memorial reality – and yet also formal:

Among the SPD leadership on hand, Seattle Police Chief John Diaz remembered Officer Brenton as the kind of hero we need more of:

West Seattle was represented at the dedication:

From left, Southwest Precinct Advisory Council chair Pete Spalding, SW Precinct commander Capt. Steve Paulsen, and his predecessor, now-West Precinct commander Capt. Joe Kessler. We also saw teams from the SPD Mounted Unit, which is based in Highland Park (and facing an uncertain future because of proposed budget cuts):

Also covering this afternoon’s event, our partners at the Seattle Timesyou can see their report here, and fellow neighborhood-news site Central District News (see their story and photos here).

SIDE NOTE: Not specifically related to this project, but in a similar spirit – the Behind the Badge Foundation, an organization set up to help families of law enforcers killed in the line of duty, has a fundraising event this Thursday night, Dine Out to Remember Our Fallen. A percentage of proceeds from participating venues will go to BBF. Among them, according to the event’s Facebook page, are Feedback Lounge (WSB sponsor), Salty’s on Alki, Elliott Bay Brewery, Puerto Vallarta, Christo’s on Alki, Pegasus Pizza, Talarico’s, and Brickyard BBQ, plus there’s a special benefit concert that nights at Bamboo Bar and Grill. The list of participants also includes Liberty Bell Printing in The Junction as a sponsor.

2 Replies to "Video: Memorial dedicated in honor of SPD Officer Tim Brenton"

  • st October 31, 2010 (10:17 pm)

    Great coverage WSB, thanks for taking the time to honor Tim’s memory and the great community effort given by Leschi.

  • mj November 1, 2010 (5:24 pm)

    agree with st…

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