Officer Down Memorial Page

All I can say is "SEMPER FI MARINE"....Being a former motor officer I understand how much you loved riding. We that have ridden know what a thrill it is to serve our citizens while riding. Your service will always be remembered and patrol the heavens until we all meet. Semper Fi Marine....God Bless..

Mike #7185 CHP

State Traffic Officer W.M.Becze #7185
California Highway Patrol
December 7, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the first anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

I am glad the Camden PD is contining its memorial ride and are now honoring two heroes for I feel this is the selfless choice you would have encouraged them to make. I pray for the solace of all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.


Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
September 19, 2010

To Lance Corporal Jonathan Shea Nash, his family and his fellow officers with the South Carolina Highway Patrol:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Lance Cpl. Jonathan Nash’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Lance Cpl. Nash and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
September 19, 2010

John boy,
came out to ride with you today... Andrea has turned into a beautiful young lady and I know you are so proud. Had some good times with you mate, chased a few villans and that day I chased that doped up 18 wheeler driver it was good to know you were right behind me brother. Till we meet again,
Dom...

MSgt Dom Perlich
USAF
August 28, 2010

Jonathan, Tommorrow is You & Merl's day...It took a lot for us to continue this ride after last year. However I knew you would want that!! All the work for the last six months that myself and others have done is worth every second of it because I know you both will be smiling down with pride!! God Bless Hero!! Your in my thoughts all day I promise!! Yall two make sure everyone tommorrow is SAFE as they can be!! Rest easy brother in blue!!!

Officer Jacob C. Hammond
Camden Police Department
August 27, 2010

I think of you everyday Jon. I miss you so!

Shannon Deaton
June 12, 2010

Just wanted to let you and your family know that I was at the National Law Enforcement Memorial today as they added your name to the National Memorial Wall and read your name for the roll call at the candle light ceremony. We as a nation today remember you and your sacrifice.

Master Deputy Robert Porter
Pickens County Sheriff's Office
May 13, 2010

Semper Fi rst easy brother we got it from here.

Deputy Phillip Reid
Clay County Sheriffs Office/FL
January 10, 2010

It is alright to rest now, your work is done. We will finish what you have started. Your family will be fine.

Andrew Raphael- President
Police Unity Tour Ch. VIII
December 30, 2009

Merry Christmas Jon

L/Cpl T.L. Cannaday
SCHP Motor Unit
December 25, 2009

It took from the day it happened until now for me to gather the words to say about this tragedy of L/Cpl Jonathan Nash...... SGT Ed Corey, SGT Pam Moore, Gayle Godbold Pitts (widow of Merl Godbold), and myself of the Camden Police Department created this ride along with Merl's children and friends. We created this ride to honor Merl's life, dedication to protecting the citizens he so honorly served, and continuing to make an effort in taking DUI drivers off of our roadways, Jonathan did just that while he was working, and we must continue to honor him just like Merl. I have asked myself a million times, where was Merl on that beautiful Saturday morning in Camden SC. But we cannot look at it that way, Our Good Lord and Merl had a reason for everything and that is he wanted another hero up there with him. After months and months of hardwork planning this event little did i know what would happen. Just like the previous rides i would give the Motorcycle Troopers a tshirt of the ride. I gave Jonathan his, and asked him if he needed another one. His reply was "I would love one for my daughter", and he said i will see you when we get back and get one. Little did i know i would never have the opportunity to give him that tshirt. He was a hero, and we are going to continue to honor him. We have thought several times if we should continue this ride in the future. We are and not only will we honor ONE hero but TWO. Jonathan you are a hero and always will be. My heart and prayers are with YOU and your family. GOD BLESS and Please bless all of us that where the badge.

Officer Jacob C. Hammond
Camden Police Department
November 25, 2009

My thoughts & prayers are with you. Rest easy

Cindy, Arkansas
sister of slain Officer Randy Basnett, eow 9-24-1976
November 15, 2009

There are no words to express how great losing you is to your family, your state, your nation. You are a hero.

NC Police Officer
November 7, 2009

Jon you will always be missed dearly. You gave it your all everday you suited up and for that the State of South Carolina will forever be changed from the work and sacrifice you've made. We shared many good times and many bad ones too, but you always saw the good in everthing and with that big smile you would say"let's do it". I will see you on the other side my friend.

L/Cpl S.D. Poole
SCHP
November 3, 2009

To my best friend, the father of my daughter and the greatest motorman I know. Rest in peace. I will always miss you. This home will never be the same without you. You were truly the greatest father ever and she misses you so much. She has learned a lot since you have been gone but not near as much as I wanted her to learn with you walking beside her. We miss you and love you more than you will ever know.

Anonymous
October 24, 2009

This occurred the day after I got released from the hospital after a lengthy stay for my own on-duty motorcycle crash.

I have a bond with any and all motor officers, but now, especially with those that get hurt.

Rest easy, motorman...and know you will be remembered. Thank you for your sacrifice.

Sgt. Chuck Gollop
Bloomington,MN Police Department
October 14, 2009

God Bless the Nash family.
Rest in Peace our brother law enforcement officer.

Sincerely,
Jon Lowder, Cpl.
Monroe, North Carolina

Corporal Jon Lowder
Union County Sheriff's Office
October 9, 2009

In the Line of Duty/Jonathan Nash
It’s a Saturday morning a very special ride-showing honor, showing pride.
As I look into Jonathan face-I see proud, truth and grace.
I can feel what he felt as he wore that uniform-and Im trying to express it in this poem.
He was 41 yrs. Old that Saturday-trying to honor a fallen brother who had passed away.
Riding a head of the rest-trying to do his best.
I wonder what he thought as that car knocked him down-did he wonder of tomorrow as he laid on the ground.
Did he think of his daughter, his momma, his dad-did he ask God not to let them be so sad.
Or did his life flash before his eyes-as he lay, did he ask why?
The bible says we shouldn’t question God-but as we know the reality of life is hard.
That a strong young man at 41 yrs. of age-at a funeral, should turn the page.
The page that takes us from yesterday to today-and in an instant have to pass away.
We should not allow Jonathans living to end-from his eye I see him.
I see him whispering into his daughters ear-my sweet child Im here.
I will never be far from you-so live your life, do what you have to.
Don’t let my dying keep you from life-finish school, be that bright light.
And be that person I know you can be-and know Im listening and I see.
I will see your joy, your smiles-I will be there as you walk down the aisle.
I hope our love over the years-keep you from to many tears.
I hope what you remember is the love-as I showered you with protection and hugs.
I hope that the world encourages your heart your beauty-be proud my child Your Father died in the line of duty.

Anonymous
October 4, 2009

Rest in peace Lance Corporal Nash, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you very much for your service!

shelly
Citizen
October 3, 2009

We are so saddened by your death, John. You are a good man and a great Trooper.

We have come to know you over the seven years since Mike was killed in the line of duty. You are always there ready to ride in the RAO Ride each year with a smile on your face.

Our deepest sympathy to your daughter, to your parents and family, to the ACE Team, and to the entire South Carolina Highway Patrol.

Rest now in peace.

Sal and Lois Rao
Surviving Parents
SCHP Sr. Trp. Michael J. Rao
EOW June 12, 2002

Lois Rao
Surviving Mother
October 1, 2009

For Lance Corporal Jonathan Nash:

Our duty as soldiers-of-the-law is filled with peril and risk. None is greather than when we patrol one of the most dangerous battlefields -- a United States highway.

We place ourselves at risk for all those that we serve. Sometimes it is in the process of doing the most ordinary things that danger is present.

Lance Corporal Jonathan Nash is a hero among heros simply by doing his job. He steps to the front and is recognized as one of the greatest among us by having forfeited his life doing what we do everyday -- giving service to others.

As a fellow trooper I am proud to render him a final salute.

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennylvania State Police
October 1, 2009

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ
October 1, 2009

The LOST SAINTS MC will keep our brother John Nash and his family in our thoughts and prayers.
LOST SAINTS Law Enforcement MC

LOST SAINTS MOTORCYCLE CLUB
Hoffman Estates, Illinois - Mother Chapter
September 30, 2009

May you rest in peace brother. Your Motor Wings have turned into angel wings to look out for the rest of us here on the streets.

Trooper
Indiana State Police / Motor Unit
September 29, 2009

My heart and prayers go out to the family of L/CPL Nash.On September 19 it started out a beautiful day, and then his life was taken. Myself and other riders that day call him a hero. I just met L/CPL Nash that morning before the ride.We set out for an enjoyable day and this tragedy happened changing the lives of several people. I will always remember this day and L/CPL Nash will always be a hero in my thoughts. Rest In Peace.

SGT ED COREY
CAMDEN POLICE DEPARTMENT (SC)
September 29, 2009