Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace Brother Tom.

Ofc. Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD

January 24, 2011

Off Hayes, may you rest in peace, our brother. You'll never be forgotten.

Sgt Richard Eckert
Town of Chester PD

January 24, 2011

My condolences to the family of Officer Hayes. Thank you for all that you did to serve the community, even after a debilitating injury. Your service is appreciated, and you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Officer's Wife
Cincinnati, OH

January 24, 2011

We would like to send our warmest regards and deepest condolences to the family, friends and department of Officer Tom Hayes. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult and sad time. Rest in Peace, Officer Hayes and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff

January 24, 2011

We are very sorry to learn of the loss of your colleague, family member and friend. His service will remain an inspiration to all of us.

Session 50
The Zone 5 Police Academy, NY

January 24, 2011

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

January 24, 2011

My heart and prayers go out to family friends and all that loved him ,never have the right words when it comes to this ,But know you are given are highest thoughts and we hope you find comfort in the times ahead <3

Holly flowers

January 24, 2011

On behalf of the 6,160 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Officer Hayes’ family as well as the members of the Columbus Division of Police. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

January 24, 2011

Rest in Peace...

Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

January 24, 2011

God Bless you and all you did!! You are a true hero!!!

Kimberly

January 24, 2011

Bless his heart--

Richie Grant
Wife of Deputy Dave Grant/EOW/5/31/04-Tuolumne Co Sheriff's Dept.

January 24, 2011

You can finally rest in peace Brother. My thoughts go out to all whose lives you've touched over your career.

Lt. Joseph Ward, Ret.
Jackson, NJ PD

January 24, 2011

My sincerest sympathy to the family and friends of Police Officer Tom Hayes as well as to the Columbus Division of Police. Rest in peace Officer Hayes, you are gone but will not be forgotten...

Dispatcher Sue Rusch
Punta Gorda PD, Punta Gorda FL

January 24, 2011

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Tom Hayes, and the Columbus Division of Police. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Officer Hayes, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

January 24, 2011

Officer Hayes,
Rest in peace brother.

Detective Dave Howell
Plano,Texas Police Dept-Auto Theft

January 24, 2011

Rest in Peace Sir..............

Officer Thomsa Wiederhold,Retired
Fort Worth Texas PD

January 24, 2011

RIP to what must have been a very strong, brave fighter. You can rest now sir. I will remember you.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada

January 24, 2011

R.I.P. Blue Knight. I originally came from Ohio and I can only wonder; what happened to the teens that shot him way back in 1979? Were they ever justly punished? I re-call the incident with Mansfield PD Officer Brian Evans back in December 2007.

Ron Bennett
Surviving Father of Deputy Shane R. Bennett E.O.W. 6/12/2002

January 24, 2011

You have served God's children and your community for years in spite of your handicaps. The honor, dedication to service and integrity in law enforcement will stand as goal posts for future generations in our profession. Well done brother, God has a special place for you in His kingdoms police department along side all our brothers and sisters who have also paid the ultimate. Those left behind will keep your honor and name alive in memory for years to come. God bless, rest in peace. In Christ.

Tom Bradley, Retired
Phoenix AZ PD, AZ State Chap. FOP

January 24, 2011

Rest in peace, Officer Hayes. Thank you for your many years of service to your community as both a police officer and civilian. Your sacrifice and that of your family will not be forgotten. Godspeed, Hero.

Kathy B
Ohio Citizen

January 24, 2011

Officer Hayes, GOd bless you sir. Our thoughts are with your family.

SA Ellen Pierson
US DHS

January 24, 2011

R.I.P. Officer Hayes

Po
NYPD 44pct

January 24, 2011

Thank you Officer Hayes for your brave service and for paying the ultimate sacrifice for the fine citizens of Columbus, Ohio. You are a true American Hero !!! My condolences to your family and department. May you forever, rest in peace, sir !!!!

Mitch Cheselka
Sergeant, CA/OR Retired

January 24, 2011

Rest easy now Officer Hayes, my prayers are with you and your family. My heart breaks that you have suffered for so long. May God bless and keep you.

PGPD Retired Captain

January 24, 2011

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of P.O. Tom Hayes~you're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you the strength to carry on and help heal your hearts. May you find comfort and support with those around you. God bless you and rest in peace, Officer Hayes.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of a fallen MI P.O. eow 2004

January 24, 2011