The Pasco County Fraternal Order of Police held Fundraiser for Officer Charles Kondek Rotary Pavilion at The Concourse "Safety Town"This event was to raise money for slain Officer Charles Kondek's family. Charlie was a local Police Officer at the Tarpon Springs Police Department, a local resident, father of 6, husband, and friend to many. He went to work doing what he loved, protecting and serving his community. He will be sadly missed.

The Fraternal Order of Police, Pasco Sheriff’s Lodge 29 cannot take all the credit for this great event. We would have never be able to accomplished what we did at this event if it wasn’t for the people behind the scenes and who have no affiliation with the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 29 other then they wanted to help. Please join us in thanking, they deserve all the praise and are responsible for the success of this event. Sgt. Ed Miller, Tarpon Springs PD, Sgt. Michael Trill, Tarpon Springs PD, Officer Michael Roque, Tarpon Springs PD, Richard Solkin, Kelli Boutin, Maria Johnson,
Dan Sullivan, Eric Voge, Johnny Plaster and Freddy Mack.

“I was proud to be such a big part of such and amazing event” said Kelli Boutin. “My friend is going through the hardest time in her life and I was glad to help Teresa and the Kondek family with all of the committee members and FOP Lodge 29, so thank you to all of you esp Maria Faith, Richard Solkin, Capt. Brett Landsberg, Tim N Rebecca Hennigan, Dep. Brian Welshans, Cpl. Creg Bell, and Det. Brian Kozera (Don Guapo) you guys helped me honor my friend and for that I am truly greatful. Thanks to my side kick (Leah Huddleston) and our great kids too for kicking in to high gear behind the scenes and spending all weekend without sleep as well. I know Charlie would have been proud RIP #285” said Boutin.

“As being the President of the Fraternal Order of Police, Pasco Sheriff's Lodge 29, on their behalf and my great committee, I want to acknowledge and give thanks to each and every one of our sponsors, their generosity in this monumental event honoring Charles "Charlie" Kondek and his family. I am blow away with the amount of people that donated and gave their support” said Tim N Rebecca Hennigan, like Road Dawgs, 100% Law Enforcement M/C Club, Competitive Auto Graphics, Complete Design, Atlantis V Youth Sailing and Fishing Foundation, Bean & KK MoonWalks, Space Age Signs, Legacy Team Sales, B&B Productions, Pepsi, Dave Williams, Bob Hughs Electric, Craft Street, Team Farrell, Bringing the Son Light Ministries, Martin & Flower Bread Co., Walmart, Rose Packing Co., Glowing Parties & Events, Jumping Jacks, LOL Ice, Mmmm Delicious Cupcakes, Noahs Ark on Wheels, Pasteurs Sports,
Digital Myst Photography in Pasco, Photos by J. David Wright, Tom & Anita Castriota,
Brass Flamingo, Cricks 52, MACHINE, Embry Brothers Band, The Bearded Brothers,
Griffin Family, The Fran Haasch Law Group, New Port Richey Rotary Pavilion,
FNHUSA/Shoot Straight, Adams Arms LLC, 72HRPrint.com, Pasco Safety Town
Explorer Post 916 and Tax Collector, Mike Fasano, who stood in the sun all day selling t- shirts.. This list does not include the countless businesses and people that donated gift card, baskets and other items to be auctioned and raffled. The list goes on. I hate to leave someone out, there are so many great people of our community who stepped up for this great cause. Last, and surly not the least, I would like to thank Richard Solkin and Kickin Wingz, more Richard publicly, for his brain child of having a small squad party for a handful of Pasco Deputies, at his place to raise a little money, HaHa, to what it turned out to be one of the largest benefits ever held in Pasco County. That doesn't include the countless hours and time he put into this event and wanted no recognition. Well sorry Richard, now you have it publicly from us, me and all your friends. Thank You again to every one. Tim N Rebecca Hennigan.

Tarpon Springs Police Officer Charles "Charlie K" Kondek, age 45 was shot then run over by a car while responding to a noise call at a Tarpon Springs apartment complex.

The 17-year-veteran of the Tarpon Springs Police Department leaves behind a wife Teresa and six children; Aleena, Brandon, Andrew, Charlie Jr., Holly and Tiffany.

There are only two legitimate organizations collecting money on behalf of slain Officer Charles Kondek's family, according to the Tarpon Springs city manager's office.

• One being overseen by Suncoast Law Enforcement Charities (SCLEC), Suncoast PBA, 14141 46th St. N., Suite 1205, Clearwater, FL 33762. Checks can be made payable to the SCLEC with “Officer Charles Kondek” written in the memo area of the check.