Officer Down Memorial Page

Well friend it's been fifteen years since God took you from us, going to the cemetery tonight to meet with the family you gave to me when you left, for that I thank you. We all miss you and wish you were here to meet the new additions that never got the chance to know you. One day they will. We all miss you and will see you again!We have all adjusted to life without you but we have not forgotten how better life was with you.

I miss you friend

Deputy Kevin Morgan
Harris County Sheriff
July 22, 2011

Rest in peace, Deputy Noll - you're not forgotten.

Greater Houston C.O.P.S.
July 22, 2011

Doug, I wasn't there when you were called away to be with the Lord Our God, but one thing I know without reservation is that someday very soon God is going to give a blast from that heavenly trumpet calling all of his troops home for that final roll call around his throne. until that time I will miss you buddy and I will extend to you the honer that you have earned and deserve.

Deputy Don Burkhalter
Shelby County Sheriff's Dept
August 27, 2009

John,
I still remember the night you were taken away. I was patrolling the Hardy Toll Road monoriting the SO channel and heard everything. I was actually enroute to back you up when I heard it over the radio. I didnt know you that well, but remember you backing me up on a few situations. You always had a smile on your face and was very pleasant to be around. I know you are missed by all the police community. Take care brother!

John Jackson
Williamson County

Deputy John Jackson
Williamson County Constable Pct 3
March 28, 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
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
February 7, 2008

It has been a long 10 years buddy. I was reading some of Shane Bennetts reflections and was thinking of you. I know that you would be one of the stars of our department. One day we will meet again. May God hold you in his heart. The Millionaires club sure misses you.

Stuart

Dep. Stuart Campbell
Harris County Sheriff's Office
September 22, 2006

Doug,

Even though it has been 9 years, I think of you often. I will never forget that night. I just couldn't "pull the rabbit out of the hat" that time....

Each time I sit down and put on that headset, the officers are my responsibility. Every time I "call" a pursuit or have an officer involved in an accident, I take care of the job and then I "remember". As I train new dispatchers, I draw upon my experience and try to convey the seriousness of the job.

Thank you Doug for your smile and your willingness to do the job, even though sometimes I would "ping pong" you back and forth across the district.

You are missed.
Dedra Presley Gray
Communications Supervisor
Manvel Police Department

Dedra Presley Gray, Comm. Supervisor
Manvel Police Department
December 9, 2005

Doug,
It's been 9 years already. They say time flies when your having fun, it sure would have went by faster if you were still here with us. Miss you dude.

Deputy Sheriff Accident Investigator
Harris County Sheriff's Office
July 26, 2005

Always in my thoughts!

June 8, 2005

Still missing you Doug. Thanks for the memories. You were a class act. I wish I could go back in time and get to know you better.

Detective Minchew
HCSO
February 16, 2005

Doug,
I think about you almost every day. I'm glad I got to talk to you a few hours before the accident. I know that you died doing what you loved...."catching crooks". Every July brings back a rush of sad memories. It was an honor to call you a friend.

Detective Minchew
HCSO
September 26, 2003

The memories I have of you still appear in my thoughts from time to time. You are missed dearly by everyone and would give anything to have you back here with us. You were someone that could bring a smile to someones face no matter how they were felling at the time. I miss that and you! God Bless! I will see you again someday buddy!

Deputy
Harris County Sheriffs Dept..

It doesn't seem like its been that long ago that I was talking to Doug on the radio. We all miss him very much.

Deputy S.W. Bowdoin
Harris County Sheriff's Office

Doug,

Man it seems like yesterday that I was at the scene. Sometimes when I drive by the intersection I am in a daze remembering. Me and Garrett talk about you alot and miss your goofy attitude.
I know that God laughs alot with you around.
Just wanted to say that you are still missed guy.

Deputy Sheriff Accident Investigator
Harris County Sheriff's Department

You are still missed D.J.

Deputy Shannon Wayne Bowdoin
Harris County Sheriff's Office