Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Brent,

Happy belated birthday brother. The 3rd Annual shoot in your name is upcoming, we are continuing your passion for shooting and training as well as helping the kids of fallen heroes. I toasted you and Joe Hudnall the other night. Semper Fi Marine

Officer Serena
CHP Oakland Co-worker

March 29, 2009

I have bookmarked this page ever since I learned of Brent's death last year ('08). I often visit to view the new reflections that have been posted, and just to see him again. It is so sad, and yet fulfilling at the same time, to see how many lives he touched in a life that was cut way too short.

Brent, I hope you know how much everyone that knew you were impressed by your character, and the depth of your quality. The reflections posted here attest to that. I still can't stop kicking myself for falling out of contact with you for as long as I did, only to learn the worst. I have watched the archived footage from the various news channels that covered your death, I have spoken with your family and friends ever since I learned of your death, I broke down almost uncontrollably while talking to your parents after I learned the news. God bless them, but they talked to me for quite some time and assuaged my grief as best they could.

Oh God, why do the best of us get taken so quickly.

Take care my friend, I hope I see you again someday when we can kick back and talk about some stuff. I believe that life continues in some form, even after our physical deaths, and that we will cross paths once again. I won't make the same mistake again though, and take time for granted. God bless you Brent. Rest in Peace. I do look forward to seeing you again.

Semper Fi.

Will Hoie
Friend

February 22, 2009

Hey buddy! Happy belated birthday. You know me, always late for everything! Just wanted you to know I think of you more than you know. You really left huge impression in some many lives...

SGT Chris Bush
2/5 Sniper Platoon

February 10, 2009

Hey Brother...Happy Birthday...As I know you don't drink, I'm counting on the fact that Brad is standing next to you with a cold coor light in his hand right now!!!...You guys take care of each other until the rest of us join you...You are missed everyday Warrior...

Rest easy...Rest well Brother...

1327
Richmond PD

January 29, 2009

Brent,

Happy Birthday! I hope you are enjoying your time up above perhaps making a wonderful little snow cave for you and Cathy someday. I never had the opportunity to meet you but I think of you often and the sacrifice you made for us. I know you look out for all the officers out on the road late at night and I thank you for that.

Brenda
Wife of #17856

January 29, 2009

Brent - Happy birthday Marine. You, your family, friends, fellow officers and Marines are always in our thoughts and prayers. Semper Fi brother.

Robert Reidsma
US Marine Corps, Retired / Friend

November 13, 2008

Hey Brent,
You are in my heart and on my mind every second of every day, but especially today, Veteran's Day. You always wanted to serve others and you did it admirably. I'm so proud of you and the life you lived. I only wish you could have stayed with us longer. We all miss you and love you and we will remember you always.
Mom

Caroline Clearman
Mom

November 11, 2008

Novemeber 10th is just one of the many dates I can't help but think of you on. Just another reminder to me of your deep commitment to Duty and Country. Thank you for your service. I wish you, and all your fellow Marines a very happy birthday.

1327
Richmond PD

November 10, 2008

I wanted to pay tribute to you and thank you for your ultimate sacrafice. I never met you but still am saddened by your death. Cathy has been such a great support to my sister and I thank you both! You are never forgotten! You and Cathy are always in my prayers. Rest easy!

Jennifer Fenelli
sister to CHP John Miller EOW 11-16-07

August 8, 2008

Brent,
Two years ago today you made the ultimate sacrifice. I remember hearing about what happened and turning to my husband with concern and pain for your family. You see, about a month later John entered the CHP academy. I did not know then what our future held.

I met Cathy for the first time at the Warrior game which paid tribute to all of the fallen officers. It was my first "event". Cathy greeted me with such kindness and compassion. She is such a wonderful person. I know that you would be proud of her and all that she does. She has been a great support to me and I am thankful to both of you for that.

You will never be forgotten....

Stephanie Miller
wife of CHP John P. Miller EOW 11-16-07

August 7, 2008

Remembering and honoring your supreme sacrifice today and always. May God bless the loved ones you left behind and bring them comfort in knowing that you are NOT forgotten.

Jennifer Mayo, sister of
Deputy Hilery A. Mayo Jr. STPSO La. E.O.W 6/9/07

August 6, 2008

Remembering and honoring your service and sacrifice on this day two years ago. Our prayers for peace go out to your wife, family, friends and the dedicated men and women of the CHP.

Michelle Walker
Spouse, CHP Lt. Mike Walker EOW 12-31-05

August 6, 2008

Hello Brother....

Two years since I last saw you walking down our hallways with a duce...Know you are missed everyday, not just by the people who knew you best...but by Brothers like me who barely knew you. Who covered you on traffic stops during the middle of the night without question...Those of us who knew you by face and a uniform more then we knew your name...In our job we don't need to know names, only that you walk the same streets and roadways we do. I often think the most powerful thing about this job of ours is that we are willing to sacrifice all to make sure our Brothers and Sisters go home at night, even those we don't know..that's why in the end..the good guys will always win...You were my brother then, you are my brother now...you always will be..

Cathy and a bunch of your friends are up at Half Dome, climbing mountains...I told Cathy today that at some point during the hike it would just be you and her climbing together, hand and hand. She's doing great Brent...You and your amazing strength helped prepare her for this journey through life. True to the tuff as nails Marine wife she is...she's got her boots on and she's climbing...

Brent, know that your family and friends are making sure you continue to live through them...You know the term "Gone but not forgotten"...Well to me you're not gone...You're with Cathy and Ojo...Your still here, on the road with Mario, on the bike with Eric, riding alongside Bosco and I, always watching our backs...and of course...in the foxholes with your beloved Marines...As a sniper you're there helping them "Kill with Calculus" as Cathy once told me you said...I don't care who you are..that's just funny...

It's time for me to rack out. On the 5th, I ate a grill cheese sandwich for you...Today I will make the trip to the newly dedicated Alameda County Law Enforcement Memorial which bares your name...I'm not afraid to admit I will shed tears for you as I have before...And I will repeat the wonderful saying I've heard many times before...
"You are not a hero for how you died, but for the life you lived."

Rest easy...rest well Brother

RPD #1327

August 6, 2008

Thinking of you and your loved ones today. You have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and those still out on patrol.

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

August 5, 2008

Brent,
I wanted you to know that we are always thinking of you, and we wish you were here. Hope to see you soon.
Waylon
Semper Fi

Sgt Waylon Burlingame
Marines

August 5, 2008

Hey Brother,
I just wanted to talk. You came to me in a dream and it looked like all was good with you, but why would anything not be. I talked to Sandman, he's doing well. We remembered alot of old times. Not a day goes by that I dont think of you. See you soon, Pokey.

Galvez # 15748
CHP S.Sac

June 30, 2008

I knew SSgt Clearman while serving in 2nd Bn. 5th Marines. I just learned of his death......and I can not believe this has happened. SSgt Clearman was one, if not the best marksman I have ever met, a true leader, and one hell of man. Guard the street proudly Marine, you are never forgotten.

Brian Foster
Patrolman
Overland PD
Overland Mo.

PO Brian Foster
Overland PD

June 13, 2008

Brent,

I took the kids up to say hello to you on Memorial Day. They loved seeing all the flags and flowers and balloons, and they took alot of interest in placing the flowers we had brought for you. They always like to look at your name, and they ask me to read all the words carved there. Of course, Selora can do all the reading herself. I love the chance to gently brush away all the grass blades and make it look as tidy as possible. It's a way for me to feel like I'm taking care of you. We don't really need Memorial Day to remember you, but it was good to share the experience and witness the honor and respect that you and every one of the people there deserve for what they sacrificed.

Love always,
Tara

Tara Stull
Sister

June 1, 2008

thinking of all of those that love Officer Clearman, I read often all the reflections left, and always left with tears because all our heros' are taken too soon!!! Not a day goes by that I and too many others feel the true loss of such great men and women. I see everyday how these brave and selfless people are missed. I, like too many others, know how hard each day can be, yet we all keep pushing forward. What an honor and true show of love! I want to thank the Clearman Foundation for including so many for such a great purpose! Our family is your family, please know that you can call on us anytime and know we will NEVER FORGET what Officer Clearman and his family and friends have given up! We are a strong legacy of the true meaning of love and sacrifice, and I, as well as you, know how proud our love ones are. May God bless everything we do and stay close as we push forward in our lives. I know our Heros' are forever safe and are watching over us every second of everyday. Hope to meet with you in the near future. with great love kathy

kathy stevenson
wife of howard stevensonEOW1/9/05

May 31, 2008

Brent and I served together as instructors in Bridgeport. He was a close friend of mine, but we drifted apart after his deployment. I had always meant to get back together, and had searched a couple of times to find out where he was, but I never could. Until today, when I saw his Foundation website and learned of his death.

I cannot even begin to describe the profound sadness I am feeling right now. I am a better person for having known Brent. He was the definition of duty, honor, and courage. Not only that, but he was a true friend. His death is truly a great loss, for everyone that knew him. I will never again be able to talk to him, and that will forever be my regret.

Semper Fi Devil Dog. Semper Fi.

Will Hoie
Friend

May 29, 2008

Hi Brent,
Here it is our second Memorial Day without you. Amy and I visited you at the cemetery. The Scouts had put a flag on every grave. What a sight to see all the flags waving over the green grass and people decorating for their loved ones.I try to be strong and brave like you were, but it's still so hard...I miss you every minute of every day and I grieve that you didn't get to live out all the years that you deserved. We feel your spirit watching over us and taking care of us. Love, Mom

Caroline Clearman
Mom

May 26, 2008

Brent,

The shoot was a great success and the foundation is going to carry on your name and help those kids who have lost their parents in the line of duty. Cathy is a strong woman and we will all be here for her. Semper Fi.

Jeff
Co-worker

May 26, 2008

Brent,
Your memory will forever be a driving force in my passion for more weapons training. It was an honor to participate at the 2nd annual Clearman Challenge. Cathy, Jeff, Joy, Mario, Juan and so many others really made the shoot a success. We will never forget, ever.

Semper Fi, Devil Dawg

Ofcr. Piedra, Raymond
CHP CTC III-04

May 2, 2008

I witnessed the strength of the Marine NCO corps in this Sergeant while stationed together in Bridgeport. Unbelieveable professionalism - destined for great things in whatever he chose. What an honor to have met and served with such a great man.

Semper Fi

Greg Woods (LtCol)
USMC (ret)

January 31, 2008

Brent,

You are missed everyday...by your family and by your friends. I think about you and all of my other Brother's and Sister's that have gone before me...I feel your presence when I'm out there working. I try to live my life to honor the sacrifices made by all of you. Your families must understand that we will never forget you.

Happy Birthday Brent...It was an honor to visit with you on your birthday...I always feel honored and humbled when I visit you. Words could never describe the feelings that come over me when I visit. Brent, you know how much you've impacted my life..in ways I could never explain...I will never forget that...I promise Brother...

JA 1327
RPD

January 31, 2008