Officer Down Memorial Page

I still miss my friend, Milburn. I still talk about you and too you,hoping you are listening to me,and giving me your great,logical advice. LOL. :-) You always laughed at me,because I was a "Crazy Brit" Your name for me. Miss you so much!!!
Love and miss you always..!!
Your Friend x

Adele
Great Friends
April 4, 2012

I came across your name somewhere among the many pages of heroes on this site and I wanted to stop at your page and leave a short note. Thankyou for your dedicated service to others. Those that love you will never let you be forgotten. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones, protect them and guide them as they continue on lifes journey. You are a true hero and heroes never die. You will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
February 4, 2011

A year later, you're service is remembered. . .

cadet
Colorado
October 28, 2010

Milli-
Its been a whole year my friend, still bothers me to think about it, so i remember the first time I met you in Bolden, you were working ST with Gary Dale and the crew, we got into a foot pursuit at 900 E. Monroe and you and my partner snatched a 300lb 18 year old kid mid air before he could get over the fence, when you asked him why he ran he said he was scared, you replied of the police, he said naw, of my mama, please take me to jail, so naturally someone called his mom, it made for a fun night, thank you for that. We all miss you. I will never forget you. God bless.

Sgt E.Hill
Police Auxiliary
October 8, 2010

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Police Officer Milburn Beitel III,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Police Officer Milburn Beitel III. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Police Officer Milburn Beitel III is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

Anonymous
March 25, 2010

Officer Beitel,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not only for your community, but also for our Country when you served in the USMC. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
A fellow LEO;former Marine

Anonymous
November 10, 2009

Beitel,
It's been about 8 years since we last crossed paths. That night, we shared a nice ice cold rolling rock before you left the Marines the following morning. Its a small comfort, that our last meeting was shared with laughs from our trip overseas, stuff we did in the tracks and just general talk of the Corps. God Bless you, Semper Fi Marine.

Geoff DeCesari
SDPD
October 27, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Officer Milburn today and always... Rest in Peace Sir!

Joyce
Sister of OFC. John P Harrris EOW 8/19/1994
October 26, 2009

To the family of Officer Beitel. I work in a very non populated area of montana as a Deputy, but my mother has lived and worked in las vegas for 20 years. I beleive LVMPD is the finest large department out there, and am so greatful to know that officers of this calibre have been there for my loved ones safety. Im so sorry that he paid the ultimate price for serving, and for your loss. I am sure he loved what he did, as most of us in law enforcement do. I am honored to pray for you this day.

Deputy Sheriff J. Bettis
Mineral County Montana
October 22, 2009

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND TO THE BROTHER AND SISTER OFFICERS OF LVMP.


SINCERELY, THE NEVADA STATE TROOPERS.

THE NEVADA TROOPERS
NHP
October 19, 2009

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"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 © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission
Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2009-10-06

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
October 19, 2009

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Trooper
Virginia State Police
October 18, 2009

Gone, but never forgotten, Rest easy now my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is over.......

Sgt. John L Gulledge(Ret.)
Escambia Co. Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.
October 16, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with Ofc. Bietel's family, friends and fellow officers. May he rest in peace. God Bless you all. Semper Fi Brother.

AZ NARC
October 16, 2009

Our prayers go out to your and your family.

Special Agent
U.S. Office of Personnel Management - Federal Investigative Services
October 15, 2009

I never had the opportunity to work with you but I am still saddened by your passing. please know that you are missed. RIP

former Metro Officer

E. Rosenthal
October 15, 2009

You will be missed. I am glad to have gotten the opportunity to know you and to have someone as great as you as a part of my life. You will be forever remembered.

an angel in the sky must leave his place of rest
gently tucking his wings beneath his armored vest.
for duty has called, there is much work to do.
little did he know, these ones are dressed in blue.

arriving on the scene, he knows just what to say:
follow me, fallen brothers, i'll show you the way.
your duties have ended, your work is now through.
come hang your hats beside mine. i'm a cop too.

Anonymous
October 14, 2009

Our hearts and prayers go out to your family and friends in their time of sorrow. May God Bless and Rest in Peace!

Cpl David Murphy
TX DPS
October 14, 2009

To Millie's family (at home and at LVMPD) -- our hearts and prayers go out to you. Damn, it hurts when we lose people like Officer Beitel. May God comfort your hearts and show great grace to you all in the days and months ahead.

Patrol Chaplain Randy Tucker
Ventura County Sheriff's Dept
October 14, 2009

My condolences to the family, friends and law enforcement co-workers of this fine young man. While I had never met Officer Millie Beitel, I'm sure it would have been a good experience and I do honestly share in your loss.

Sgt. Scott Bodah
Syracuse, New York P.D.
October 14, 2009

You will always be remembered as the big, nice, policeman who took great care of his teeth....you will be missed....

Martie
Dental Assistant for Siena Dental
October 13, 2009

May you rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer
October 13, 2009

To Officer Millie Beitel, to all family members and friends who call him beloved, and to his law enforcement family:

I was sorry to learn of Millie's death and extend my sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you have suffered. Words are insufficient to describe the sadness I feel for the Beitel family. May you find comfort in your faith and the support of the law enforcement community.

There are many police survivors who share this same journey with you, and that community will be there to support you. Millie's memory will be forever honored and revered.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Millie gave to his community and the citizens of Nevada and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on October 8, 2009.

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

Anonymous
October 13, 2009

We have lost a brother, a friend, a son...but he will never be forgotten.

Officer Acosta
GPD
October 13, 2009

God bless your family, friends and department. Our loss is recent and the pain is very real. We will pray for those you left behind.

Bonnie Scholl
Mother in law of David Blake
October 13, 2009