Officer Down Memorial Page

You have not been forgotten. Continue to watch over your loved ones.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
August 8, 2011

Mr. Ulbright and Family,
On 7/6/2011, the current AFOSI class at FLETC will reflect on your service and the ultimate price you paid for our freedom. We will contemplate your dedication and train to provide the level of excellence you exhibited. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you.

J - Civilian
AFOSI
June 4, 2011

An expression of gratitude for your service and a prayer for your family on this 6th anniversary of your passing.

Thank you.

Anonymous
August 8, 2010

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Thank you for your dedicated service to others and to your Country. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
August 7, 2010

Rest in Peace Agnt Ulbright. On the anniversary of your passing I just wanted to let you and your colleagues know that you are not forgotten.....

Sergeant Chris DiToro
NYPD
August 8, 2008

Agent Ulbright,
On today, the 4th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous
August 8, 2008

Hero's are never forgotten! Continue to rest in peace brother.

Paul Bodenhamer
Police Officer
Dept of Veterans Affairs Police

Police Officer - Paul Bodenhamer
Dept of Veterans Affairs
April 10, 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
March 12, 2008

We all know the very real danger we face when we go to fight for not only our nation’s freedom, but the freedom of those who cannot fight for themselves. Freedom is NOT free and only those who serve or have served (including their families) understand the true cost. We pay for it with our own freedom and you and others like you offered up the ultimate sacrifice. You are a warrior and a hero. You defended those who defend America and it’s way of life. There is no higher calling, nor service to our country. We will move on, we will do right by you and your sacrifice, we will not forget you. Rest in peace brother. May God grant your family solace from their grief. Watch over us as we continue the fight.

#2040, AFOSI
November 20, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones today on this 3rd anniversary of your EOW. You share the same EOW date as my son Michael. I have a candle lit for both of your today. You are a true hero and have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
August 8, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Special Agent Ulbright on the anniversary of his passing. Heros are never forgotten.
Thank you for your service.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia
August 8, 2007

Special Agent Ulbright,
Today is the third anniversary of your EOW. My thoughts are with your family and friends as they remember you today and always. Thank you for making a difference.

Pennsylvania citizen
August 8, 2007

You and your efforts will be remembered.

Rest in peace.

Jim Moretz
Retired AFOSI Special Agent
October 31, 2006

My thoughts are with your family on this 2nd anniversary of your end of watch. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those still fighting the fight agains terrorism. You are a true hero and heroes never die. You will never be forgotten

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
October 24, 2006

To the family and loved ones of Special Agent Rick Alan Ulbright and his fellow officers with the Office of Special Investiations:

On this the second anniversary week of Rick's tragic death, I wanted to honor and remember him today. Although I never had the privilege of meeting Rick, I feel as if I know him through the loving reflections left by loved ones and friends. His valor and courage will never be forgotten.
The lessons he taught to those he mentored will be carried forward.

I hope that God is holding him in the sweetest part of his heart and the most gentle part of his soul.

I am so sorry that Rick was robbed of his life so tragically, but through his heroism and the profound sense of duty with which he lived his life, he made an immeasurable difference. May his spirit continue to soar and may his memory continue to inspire.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Rick gave to his community and the citizens of our country, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on August 8, 2004.

Phyllis L. Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, PPD
eow 4/24/05

August 9, 2006

Rick,

Your sacrifice has not been in vain. The fight against evil goes on. Your watch is over, but your legacy lives. Continue to Rest In Peace.

Special Agent
Air Force Office of Special Investigations
March 15, 2006

Rick,

It's been a year and a half since you were taken from us. It feels like yesterday. I play that night over and over in my head thinking we could have done something different but know that it was in God's plan.

I think of your smile and the twinkle in your eye often and wish we could talk again.

Rest well my brother...

#2091
AFOSI
March 2, 2006

As a close friend and co-worker of PO Gordon CPD (EOW-08-AUG-04) I thank you for your dedication.

PO Camarillo
Chicago Police Department -011
August 8, 2005

Special Agent Ulbright..you - your familyh - friends & co-workers are in my thoughts & prayers..please watch over them & your fellow brothers/sisters in blue..REST IN PEACE & WITH EASE BLUE ANGEL..YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!!

karen
girlfriend of a leo
August 8, 2005

Thank you for your service and dedication. You will not be forgotten.

August 8, 2005

Rest in peace, our hearts go out to you and your family. Thank you for your service to our country.

Deputy Inspector General
Miami-Dade Office of the Inspector General
November 1, 2004

Thank you for your years of services, may your soul rest in peace.

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, Maryland
October 27, 2004

God bless you and your family. Thank you for your service to our country.

DE
St. Louis City Police
October 27, 2004

On behalf of the men and women who serve and work for the Georgia Perimeter College Police Department, our thoughts and prayers are with Special Agent Rick Ulbright's family, friends, and co-workers with the United States Air Force Officer of Special Investigations.

God bless and rest in peace.

Officer Johns
Georgia Perimeter College Police Department
October 26, 2004

You are in our prayers, dear one. May your wings fly you high. Now you can release the surly bonds of earth and reach out and touch the face of God. Thank you for your protection, love and care for your fellow man. We will carry on down here and pray for your loved ones that they can get through this terrible tragedy and get on with their lives. They will make you proud just as you have made all of us proud of you. Please protect all of us from your home above and pray for peace and understanding on this earth. We love you and will meet you someday.

Grandma & Grandpa Hinkle
Parents of a Deputy Sheriff
October 25, 2004