Officer Down Memorial Page

We grew up together 2 houses apart. You'll never be forgotten. So many memories, I always think of you my friend. One day justice will be served and that coward will answer. I miss you......

Officer Marc Gallardo
SAPD
July 19, 2011

Rest In Peace Brother, as we walk the halls we pass as you watch over us, your name, photograph and story always remembered

Sgt Rick Esqueda
Bexar County Sheriff's Office
May 24, 2011

On this day, 24 years ago you were taken from us in a brutal and cowardly way. I just want your family and brother/sister officers to know that your sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten. The coward will face swift and sure judgement in His court...if it hasn't been dealt with already. God bless you and keep you on your eternal watch.

Sgt. Robert Henne
Jersey City PD/Ret.
June 30, 2009

you are not forgotten and may your family always know they are our family too , rest on dear brother we contiue the watch from here..............

officer val pickens
b'ham p.d./b'ham , al
December 1, 2008

TO THIS DAY YOU HAVE NOT BEEN FORGOTTEN.YOUR CAREER WAS CUT SHORT BY A COWARD WHO COULDNT FACE YOU.YOUR FAMILY SHOULD BE PROUD OF YOU FOR MAKING THIS COUNTRY SAFE AND FOR SERVING YOUR COMMUNITY.YOU SERVED WITH CARE AND HONOR.HEROS ARE NEVER FORGOTTEN.

AL LLANOS
FRESNO PD RET.
November 16, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
January 31, 2008

Keep the faith, "Greater is he who's in me, than he who in the world". May God Bless the family.

Trevino
Peace officer
August 22, 2006

May you Rest in peace knowing than man may escape punishment on earth but He will not be denied.

June 30, 2006

You will always remain in the hearts of your family, and the hearts of your brothers and sisters in blue. God bless you and may you continue to protect and serve in heaven.

Officer Steves
H.V.S. tactical bike patrol division
March 9, 2005

Rest in peace Brother Adrian, you are a true hero and will not be forgotten

Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham
Sand Springs PD OK
September 28, 2003