Officer Down Memorial Page

Rest in Peace, Investigator Ross. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169
February 5, 2012

HEROES live forever and you maam are a hero, we will never forget the sacrifice that you made for us. Continue to rest in peace Investigator Ross.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

Deb
October 8, 2011

Lucy, you are not forgotten. God bless you and your family.

SSA Ellen Pierson
US ICE
October 8, 2010

To the Ross family, you are in my prayers today as you face another EOW, may you know that we will never forget your HERO....

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

Anonymous
October 8, 2010

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue to keep watch over all of them and those still out on patrol. Thank you for such a long and dedicated career to law enforcement. You are a true hero.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
October 8, 2009

Lucy,

This October will mark five sad years since your passing. I hope your family can find some solace that your commitment and passion for your job lives on through those who had the true pleasure of serving with you, and thus, learning from you. We will always remember your smile, laugh, and sincerity.

Honored to have known Lucy
Brevard County Sheriff's Office
September 14, 2009

Rest in peace.

Ofc. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department
May 7, 2009

To Investigator Lucy Ross and and her loved ones:

On this the fourth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today. Rest in Peace, Lucy. I am praying for solace for your family today and each day of their journey as survivors.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Lucy gave to her community and the citizens of Florida, and for the supreme sacrifice she and her family made on October 8, 2004.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of Pittsburg PD Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05
October 8, 2008

Rest in peace blue angel. You are not forgotten.

Police Officer
February 1, 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
December 10, 2007

On the anniversary of your death we remember you and thank you Investigator Ross for your service.

Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH
October 8, 2007

During this week of the second anniversary of your death, you are remembered and honored for your service and sacrifice. May you rest in peace in the loving arms of the One who created you and loves you for eternity.

Mary Kay Balchunas
Mother of Jay Balchunas, EOW 11/5/04
October 10, 2006

I know the pain is still in the hearts of your loved ones and that thought of you each and every day these past two years. You have not been forgotten nor will that ever happen. You are a true hero and heroes never die. Keep watch over your loved ones and those still on patrol guarding the Thin Blue Line.

Bob Gordon, father of fallen officer
Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Bob Gordon, Gold Star Father
October 8, 2006

When I think of Lucy, I think of a gentle, kind and caring person with love unconditional.
She was their to give me support with my cancer and I prayed for her and family through her hard times.
I've known Lucy for years, but I had really gotten close to her and loved her for 8 months before she went to be with Jesus. She is an inspiration to all she left behind.
Someday I will see Lucy in all her glory in heaven with Jesus.
My prayer to the family is that you continue to keep Lucy's love and strength in your hearts and minds as you live your life to the best of your ability. Make Lucy proud as she loved each and everyone of you unconditionally. God Bless you always
Jeanne Van Zandt

Titusville Police Department
June 26, 2006

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!

December 31, 2005

Merry Christmas Lucy, I bet Christmas up there is awsome!!

LG
Melbourne
December 27, 2005

10/7/05

Lucy,

Your loved ones will be in my thoughts tomorrow, as they remember the day, one year ago, that forever changed their lives. I met your husband and sons at the Memorial in Tallahasse this year, and it breaks my heart to think of the boys losing their mother.

Norie Haas
Mother of Deputy Brian Haas
E.O.W. 4/24/04

Norie Haas
October 7, 2005

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY IN HEAVEN ANGEL!

FRIEND
October 5, 2005

To the family of Lucy Ross, I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers always!When you hear of someone so close to home being killed in the line of duty it reminds you of how precious we all are and how we really need to appreciate what we have as long as we have it! I pray for you Mr. Ross and your dear sons! Rest in peace Blue Angel!

wife of a cocoa florida officer
cocoa pd
July 4, 2005

Lucy Ross
Police offciers go out and serve there community and protect the lives of peopel they do not know. you have done that for the last 29 years and have taught many officers waht it means to be a good cop and a good person you will forever be in my prayers.

RIP ROSS

April 19, 2005

Deputy Ross

you served the community to the fullest extent and have taught many in your department they will never forget you and I will always keep you in my prayers god bless.

Explorer Nick Mccleland
Adams County sheriffs
April 19, 2005

Lucy-Family and Friends
I was very sad and stunned to hear this news 6 months ago. I was fortunate enough to have learned a few things from such a great women. Now in grad school I am ahead of the class with the knowledge that I recieved from all my teachers. I only wish that I could be as talented as she was. But I assure you that what I learned in her classes and her memory will be passed on.
--promise

Bonnie Zaiko
BCC Crime Scene Graduate
March 18, 2005

We would like to extend our condolences to the family of Lucy Ross. I had Invest. Ross while in the Academy and she was nice enough to allow my wife to attend that class, since she is interested in the profession.
There was never a time when you would see Invest. Ross without a smile on her face.
Heaven has a wonderful angel and we have a great one watching down on all of us.
She will always be greatly missed.

Ofc. T. Cooper and wife, Tara
Cocoa Beach PD, Florida
February 23, 2005

A Policewomen's Prayer

Oh lord, I am a woman, not a man,
I am a Mother not a Dad,
I am a wife with responsibilities that men have never had,
I need understanding from all my peers,
that I am not here to take away a man's job,
I am doing it because I care.

I took the job to enforce the law,
to do my part in the fight to have justice FOR ALL.
To be professional, to make a career, Great Lord,
help me when they say I should not be here.

I work the long hours, face all the dangers and do the same
things that they do in law enforcement matters,
Grant me the respect like the others, for I am one.

Set aside for every other one, Lord,
being a policewoman is the most challenging job I have ever done,
be with me on my daily run, as you are with us all,
I thank you for the ability to enforce the law.

Amen

Author Unknown
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May you rest in peace, thank you for all of your contributions. You will never be forgotten.

Deputy Meredith Ward
Gulf County S.O.
February 3, 2005

Dear the fine family of Lucy,

Lucy was a great person and great at her job. My thoughts and prayers are with you through your tough time, just remember God will help you throught.

Lucy has already imagined what it is like....

I can only imagine what it will be like, when I walk by Your side...
I can only imagine, what my eyes will see, when Your Face is before me!
I can only imagine. I can only imagine.
Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?
Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! I can only imagine!

I can only imagine, when that day comes, when I find myself standing in the Son!
I can only imagine, when all I will do, is forever, forever worship You!
I can only imagine! I can only imagine!

Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?

Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!

Surrounded by Your Glory, what will my heart feel?

Will I dance for you, Jesus? Or in awe of You, be still?
Will I stand in Your presence, or to my knees will I fall?
Will I sing 'Hallelujah!'? Will I be able to speak at all?
I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!

I can only imagine! Yeah! I can only imagine!! Only imagine!!!
I can only imagine.

I can only imagine, when all I do is forever, forever worship You!
I can only imagine

Officer
HCSO Waynesville NC
January 3, 2005