Officer Down Memorial Page

To the Friends, family and peers of Lance Corporal James Haynes: I wanted to share with you that each police academy class that I teach up in Vermont includes a section on the dangers of the job. Since your tragic loss I've shared this event with every entry level Officers so they all understand the dangers on the road. I'm hopeful that James "Rock" Haynes is looking down upon us and smiles to know that of all the officers who could be highlighted, he is the one who helps protect our future officers. God Bless him and his family. Respectfully yours Sr. Sgt. Mike Roj VSP

Sr. Sgt. Michael Roj
VT State Polcie
February 16, 2012

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones, you have not been forgotten

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
February 1, 2012

Cpl. Haynes,

ALWAYS remembered, NEVER forgotten! Your family is in my thoughts and prayers today.

With deepest respect,
Kim Weigand
Mom of Sgt. Michael C. Weigand
E.O.W. 9/14/2008

Kim Weigand
February 1, 2011

Lance Corporal Haynes - Rest in Peace Sir

Lieutenant
N.Y.P.D.
January 18, 2011

...To be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord. 2 corinthians 5:8.
My heart grieves everytime I think about my nephew,
James Darryl Haynes. He was a fun and loving child. He grew up to be a very responsible adult. Altough I greatly miss him, my heart rejoice when I think about how happy he was and what a great life he lived. He leaves behind a very fruitful legacy of memories.

Eunice Haynes
Aunt
June 3, 2010

You and your family are in our prayers. Rest in Peace Trooper.

Trooper
Michigan State Police
May 30, 2010

Hey Angie, praying for you and your family as always.

Albert Mobley
schp
April 27, 2010

LANCE CORPORAL HAYNES & FAMILY,

I RESPECTFULLY SAY, "GOD BLESS YOU ALL".

SINCERELY,

DR. LOWDER, M.D./ N.C.

DOCTOR JON LOWDER, M.D.
FRIEND
June 20, 2009

Tp all the most gracious,loving,kind,thoughtful friends and foes who took the time to write such heartfelt reflections about my loving husband, I thank your from the bottom of my heart from myself, sons, mother-in-law and sister-in-law. It has taken me this this long to work up the nerve to read these, and I must say that I could not help but cry my tears all over again. James "Rock" as he was known to many was one of a kind. He touched so many hearts and I learned that there were so many people that he met only once, and was totally smittened by by character. I will be forever grateful to you all and will do my best to read such loving comments.

Sincerely,

Angie Haynes

Angie Haynes
Spouse
May 18, 2009

Was listening as they called your name to add to the National Law Enforcement Memorial Wall. Praying for your family! Thank you for your sacrifice!

Wife of SC Trooper
May 13, 2009

Today a little boy wanted to know what the letters on my shirt meant. His mother said sir, what does CAT stand for. I told her and she stated her son wanted to know. I told them where I worked and she stated her husband use to be a a trooper. She stated he died and told me who you were. I stated I knew of you and the look in your son's eyes was AWESOME. That young Man is PROUD of his daddy. He asked me "Do you know my daddy?' Just the look in your family's eyes. It affected me in a way you will never know. God speed.......

Anonymous
March 26, 2009

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are bold as a lion
Proverbs 28:1

God bless you and all who mourn you. May God give them the strength to carry on. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9-20-08

K.L.
February 28, 2009

Forgive me for missing the anniversary of your E.O.W., but I felt as though I could not continue to read about so many tragedies. I now realize the visit each day to leave a word of encouragement and hope to the loved ones of others, helps me to remember that I am not alone with my pain and heartbreak. So may I say to your friends and loved ones that my thoughts and prayers are with them now and always. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol and may they know you will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
February 18, 2009

REST IN PEACE BROTHER

TROOPER 1/C
DE STATE POLICE
February 1, 2009

To the family and friends of Lance Corporal James Haynes and his fellow officers in SCHP:

On behalf of our entire family, we wish to pay honor to James' memory on the first anniversary of the day James so tragically lost his life. His heroism, valor and bravery will be forever remembered.

May you be continue to be comforted by the support and caring of your law enforcement family, and other police survivors. We grieve for you and with you. Our family lost our beloved Larry Lasater when he was fatally shot in April of 2005 during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers, so we know the anquish you are still experiencing.

Please know that the brotherhood and sisterhood of law enforcement and police survivors will always be by your side on each step of the journey.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the years of service James gave to his community and the citizens of South Carolina, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on February 1, 2008.

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

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
February 1, 2009

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today and every day. You have not been forgotten. Continue to watch over your loved ones, let them feel your presence so that they know you are near.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
February 1, 2009

Your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers today.

Kristie
LEO wife NC
January 31, 2009

Big-J,
I never thought our days of meeting & parking to talk on shift would end so soon. I miss my Buddy! Everyone still says we look like brothers. For the first time I admitted to a fella with PRIDE, we do. It has taken me this long to tell u I miss u brother.I know you are in Heaven watching over us on every call and stop we make. We all miss you and love Ya! By the way I'll tell everyone that I'm the handsome one!
10-8 in Heaven!

Eric Bonnette
Orangeburg County Sheriff's Office/Friend
September 28, 2008

Trooper Haynes, please come back to South Carolina to protect our lives. The minute I heard the news of Trooper Haynes' death I said that minute "I want to go to trooper Haynes' funeral".Trooper Haynes will always protect our lives even when he is gone to heaven. South Carolina will miss you Trooper Haynes.<3

Lewis Martin
dad was patrolman
September 12, 2008

While we are mourning the loss of our friend, others are honored to meet and greet him in the kingdom of heaven.

Officer N. Luciano, III
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police, NC
September 2, 2008

Trooper Haynes was a good man.He helped us in our time of need. I can not believe that it has been 5 months since this tragedy that has happened. this is kind of like the tragedy that happend to Jonathan W. Parker in 2005. trooper Haynes I will remember you always. WE WILL MISS YOU!!

Lewis Martin
dad was patrolman
July 11, 2008

To those who loved Corporal Haynes, my heart goes to you all. Know that you're not alone in this journey you walk. I lost my fiance in the line of duty January 2003 and my world was forever changed. Even as time as gone forward, and I've found many reasons and ways to smile, I still have not forgotten the man that he was. Dennis was a beautiful person and he forever has a part of my heart, just as I'm sure James will always be a part of yours.

It takes a special person to put their lives on the line everyday to make this world a little safer for us all. I know many of these men never would've thought of themselves as "heroes" but they were in so many ways. It's sad that it they had to lose their lives for some of us to see that. Having said that, thank you Corporal Haynes for helping to make this world a better place. You will not be forgotten here in Winnipeg. I know this isn't a very manly thing to do, but if you happen to run into Dennis up there, please give him a big hug for the kids and I. Dennis was a good man and we miss him more than words can say.

Wishing those who loved you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Dennis Ray McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)
July 9, 2008

I can not hardly believe it has almost been 5 months since this happened. I just met you a week before the wreck, but that doesn't help the pain we have all felt in losing a great Trooper and a friend. We will all be here for you and your family until the day we meet again, God Bless you my friend.

TFC S.M. Groubert
SC Highway Patrol
June 18, 2008

Trooper Haynes is in a better place.He protected us from the danger through out our lives.I hope his wife and kids can get through this tragedy that they are in. Trooper Haynes me and my family will remember you.

Lewis Martin
Dad was patrolman
June 3, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Cadets of the Basic Recruit Class 333 of Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy, Tallahassee, FL, thank you for your sacrifice.

Cadet Strzalkowski
Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy
March 30, 2008