K9 Gizmo
\nEOW: 12-3-2021<\/p>\n
The Phoenix Police Department and Meintel family are mourning the loss of one of their own, Retired K9 Gizmo. Gizmo passed away peacefully this evening at home surrounded by his family and those who loved him most.K9 Gizmo selflessly served with the Phoenix Police Department from March 2013 to March 2018 as a member of the Sam 63 K9 squad. He served by the side of his handler, Officer Paul Meintel for his entire career. Gizmo was responsible for getting countless bad guys and narcotics off of the streets of Phoenix. Gizmo is credited with numerous apprehensions, saving countless lives.Gizmo loved his job, but he also loved his family just as much. While he may have been all business on the streets, he was a loving member of the Meintel family. Especially after his retirement, Gizmo was loving and gentle with family and friends.Those who knew Gizmo best at work said he was an absolute hammer at work. He lived for his job and keeping his community safe. But at the same time he could be gentle enough to do demonstrations for children. He was an once in a lifetime dog. A K9s K9.And for those of us lucky enough to have known Gizmo in retirement, we can honestly say he was one of a kind. The sort of dog that comes around very rarely. He was so special and will live on in our hearts and memories forever. As well as everyone who had the honor of knowing him.K9 Gizmo was truly a guardian of the night.Please join us in keeping the Meintel family and department in your thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.Rest Easy Giz. We will never forget you good boy.<\/p>\n
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The Last Battle<\/p>\n
If it should be that I grow frail and weak
\nAnd pain should keep me from my sleep,
\nThen will you do what must be done,
\nFor this \u2014 the last battle \u2014 can\u2019t be won.<\/p>\n
You will be sad I understand,
\nBut don\u2019t let grief then stay your hand,
\nFor on this day, more than the rest,
\nYour love and friendship must stand the test.<\/p>\n
We have had so many happy years,
\nYou wouldn\u2019t want me to suffer so.
\nWhen the time comes, please, let me go.<\/p>\n
Take me to where to my needs they\u2019ll tend.
\nOnly, stay with me till the end.<\/p>\n
And hold me firm and speak to me
\nUntil my eyes no longer see.
\nI know in time you will agree
\nIt is a kindness you do to me.<\/p>\n
Although my tail its last has waved,
\nFrom pain and suffering I have been saved.<\/p>\n
Don\u2019t grieve that it must be you
\nWho has to decide this thing to do;
\nWe\u2019ve been so close \u2014 we two \u2014 these years,
\nDon\u2019t let your heart hold any tears.<\/p>\n
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