Officer Down Memorial Page

Hard to believe it is over a year since we loss Mike. Not a day goes by when we don't think of him. His love for the job and his hard work each day made him more than special. He is and always will be our hero.

Assistant Chief FitzSimmons
White Plains PD
August 2, 2011

To Detective Michael R. Perry, his family and his fellow officers with the White Plains Police Department:

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

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
June 12, 2011

Det. Perry,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of White Plains. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP
February 6, 2011

The Dail family of Ocala, Florida sends our deepest condolences to you and sincerest love. We are praying for you and grieving with you. May the LORD carry you and protect and provide for you. Trust Him, rest in Him.

The Dail family, Ocala, FL
in-laws Ofc. Tony Zeppetella eow:6/13/03
July 2, 2010

Rest in Peace Mike, You were a great guy and a "Cops" Cop, until we meet again brother.

PO Christian Clinch
Gastonia PD, NC
June 28, 2010

Mike and I used to be partners with NYC DEP POLICE. Mike was a great guy and a great cop. Thank you for the laughs and memories. May God watch over your family especially your two sons and your family at WPPD. I will miss you and never forget.

Paul Sagarbarria
NYC Fire Dept.
June 27, 2010

Rest In Peace Brother. May God Bless Your Family.

PO P Magliato 113 (RET)
Mt Pleasant PD - New York
June 25, 2010

You are remembered. Thank you for your service Detective Perry.

Jennifer Mayo
Sister of fallen Deputy Hilery Mayo Jr. EOW 6/9/07
June 25, 2010

My spouse suffered a cardiac arrest after a 3 mile jog, while on the job, then survived in a coma for 33 months and 2 days before having the final fatal one. Our daughter was 13. He was 41. I walk in your shoes. I feel your pain. And my heart is weeping for you and the girls.

ALWAYS REMEMBER that Det. Perry was a true hero, sacrificing self to "serve and protect" others. And know that on those darkest of days, I promise you that God is there with arms wide open. He will lift you up when you think it impossible to take the next breath or the next step. Fall into those arms with all the anger, misery, tears, resentment,.....He is a big guy and can handle it.

Never forget that strangers like me will continue praying for you for months and years to come. The pain will never go away, but the frequency lessens. You will survive and it will be okay. God bless you.

Kathy T. Smith
spouse of ATSAIC Chris Smith, US Secret Service
June 23, 2010

Detective Perry, your years of service with the DEPPD and WPPD will never be forgotten, thank you. To the family, friends and co-workers of Detective Perry, my most sincere of condolences. Though I know words often ring hollow in times like this please rest easy in knowing that Detective Perry died aiding in the bettering of our society and we as a society are a little less safe without you out her guarding us.

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. -- John 15:13

Sgt. Greg Addison #14
Mount Vernon, NY Police Department
June 23, 2010

Gone, but never forgotten, Rest easy now my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is over. God please watch over, and tend to the loved ones left behind.......

Sgt. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia CO Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.
June 22, 2010

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek
June 22, 2010

Rest in peace brother....To Detective Michael Perry I render a final salute.

PO KJ JONES
North Greenbush, NY PD
June 21, 2010

Thank you for your service and dedication.Bless your family and God speed.We now have the watch.

Deputy R. L. Matthews
Father of Deputy C. Brian Matthews EOW 9-30-05
June 20, 2010

On behalf of all Missouri officers, dispatchers and the like, I extend our sincere sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Detective Perry. Rest in peace our fallen hero.

Scott Barthelmass, Founder/President
Missouri Law Enforcement Funeral Assistance Team
June 19, 2010

1199 Inc The families of 1199 Inc. would like to express how sorry we are that Officer Michael Perry has died in the line of duty. To the family, friends, brothers and sisters in law enforcement our thoughts and prayers are with you. Thank you Officer Perry for your dedication and service. God's speed, Officer Perry.

Sgt. Jeff Caudill
1199 Inc. for fallen officers
June 18, 2010

Rest in Peace Det. Perry, God Bless you, your Family and your Dept.

Sgt Jean Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP-Service, Traffic Unit
June 18, 2010

May God Bless and comfort your family and friends. Thank you for your bravery, duty, and ultimate sacrifice. You will FOREVER be a hero and will NEVER be forgotten!

Sergeant, Retired
Fayetteville, AR PD
June 17, 2010

Michael

I am happy to have known you and worked with you. I will never forget you. Thank you for always being there for us all. We know you are watching and protecting us from above. You are our gaurdian angel now. You are loved and missed friend. May you forever rest in peace.

until we meet again

P.O. Jeanette Parra
White Plains Police
June 17, 2010

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 whose 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

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 (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
June 17, 2010

I did not have the honor of knowing Det. Perry but as a fellow officer from Westchester County, NY my heart hurts. My prayers are with Det. Perry's family and friends and with all of the members of the White Plains PD. Det. Perry you have served with honor and dignity and now God has called you away to serve with the rest of our fallen Brothers and Sisters in a much better place. Rest easy now and let us take it from here. You may be gone but you will never be forgotten.

Police Officer
Mount Vernon Police Department, NY
June 17, 2010

Our hearts are saddened by the loss of a fine officer who fought the good fight. May God be with all those who were part of this fine Officers life and give them strength to deal with this adversity that renders many helpless on their own. You will not be forgotten and 'til that day when we meet again, God keep you in his tender mercies and care.
Thank you for your service.

Margaret Hood
Citizen Watch
June 17, 2010

R.I.P. Officer Perry

S. Bateman, Agent I
MD Division of Parole and Probation
June 16, 2010

My your soul rest in peace and your family find comfort in the knowledge that you were a hero until your untimely end. God Bless the men and women in blue who do exactly what Officer Perry did, serve and protect us all.

Mom of CO Springs Officer
June 16, 2010

For Police Officer Michael Perry:

Our brother Mike was among the very few law officers who are unfortunate to die as the result of some hidden health problem. We regret learning of this incident, but recognize him as a hero for having forfeited his life in the protection of others.

We pray for his family, friends, co-workers and all who care about Mike. May they be ready to reach-out to one another during the impact of this tragic loss to them.

I am proud to render Officer Michael Perry a final salute.

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennylvania State Police
June 16, 2010