Officer Down Memorial Page

I Think of you everyday my friend. I miss you, and the talks we had. I miss the jokes.
Kinleigh miss you too, we miss going out to eat. Please watch over her as I know you will.
Rest in Peace my brother

Corporal Paul Meacham
Caruthersville PD Mo
October 9, 2012

Tomorrow I will begin a 250 mile bike journey with your name on a bracelete I keep close to my heart. I will think of you, your family and all of your loved ones. But most of all, I will think of the Sacrifice you paid for all of us. For that, I will ride strong and hope to make it to the Memorial wall where I will meet your family and shake your brother's hand. All I ask my angel is that you keep all of us safe on this ride.

May you rest in peace my brother!

Detective Janeth Calvert
Key West Police Department- Police Unity Tour Chapter VIII Rider 2012
May 9, 2012

May you rest in peace for your ultimate sacrifice. You will never be forgotten!!

Deputy Chad C. Nixon
Scott County Sheriff's Office
March 15, 2012

RIP Sir, you were a hero

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
February 23, 2012

Evan I've been thinking about you today buddy! It's the first day of 2012 and already two more officers have been killed. Thank you for everything you did. If we would have known how it would have ended we could have done things so much different. Love ya man, watch over us from heaven buddy!

Deputy Randall Lee
Pemiscot County Sheriff's Office
January 1, 2012

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiance Dennis. Every time I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the officer they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Patrolman Burns. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. (The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. I can also be found on Face Book.) You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Evan he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Evan's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Evan's life was about so much more than the way he died. Evan will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Patrolman Burns, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiance Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been eight & a half years and he's still very much missed and forever loved.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)
December 14, 2011

To the family and friends of Patrolman Evan Burns, his fellow officers, and most especially to Evan

We honor your service to your community as a police office and you will always be remembered and revered. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of our entire family, I wish to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Evan was killed in the line of duty. It is obvious he was well-loved by many and well-respected by his peers as reflected in the loving reflections left for him.

May his loved ones continued to be supported by their law enforcement family and other police survivors. Our family grieves with you and for you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Evan gave to his community and the citizens of Missouri, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on August 16, 2011.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
November 25, 2011

You are a true hero who made the ultimate sacrifice. May the memory of your service, heroism and sacrifice remain forever. May God bless you, your family and brother/sister patrolmen. On behalf of the Troopers of the Pennsylvania State Police, our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. God Speed Brother……

Corporal Andrew Canepa
Pennsylvania State Police
October 23, 2011

Evan my friend I took Lilly to eat since it was my turn to buy. I miss you everyday. I was asked by Kinliegh to call you in haven and say it's time to eat. For a five year old she is a mess she talks about you alot. I have kept my word the only way I can.

Rest in peace my friend my brother

Officer Paul Meacham
Caruthersville Police Department

PLT. Paul Meacham
Caruthersville Police Department
October 9, 2011

His Judgment Day:
The officer stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shinning, Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek To my church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I aint, Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays, And at times my talk was rough, And sometimes I've been violent Because the streets are tough.
But I never took a penny That wasn't mine to keep.. Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help Though at times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept an unmanly tear.
I know I don't deserve a place among the people here. They never wanted me around except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord, it needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, But if you don't...I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne, where the saints often trod. As the officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Officer. You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell"

Author unknown

May God be with everyone

Motor Officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, TX
October 7, 2011

My prayers continue to be with the family; dearest brother and precious son of Peace Officer Evan Burns. May you recieve the strength and wisdom each day that is needed to see purpose in our call to do what we do. If there is ever ANYWAY that we might be needed in service, please include us. This is how we are able to work through our grieving. www.riverbendpeacekeepers.org

Chaplain Marc Lane
Illinois Fraternal Order of Police / Alton Police Department
September 27, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and fellow officers.

Chaplain Jim Ennis
Dyersburg Police Dept., TN
September 19, 2011

Rest in peace, sir. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones.

Greater love hath no one than this, that someone lays down his life for his friends. John 15:13

Friend of
USFS Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9/20/08
September 18, 2011

Patrolman Burns,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but also for Country as well when you served in the USCG. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Paratus!

Anonymous
USBP
September 10, 2011

Evan, It still doesn't seem real that you were taken from us just over three weeks ago. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I often find myself wanting to call you or text you about things, but soon realize that I cannot. I'm trying so hard to be strong and focus on school and my kids, but its so hard. I hope that in time my pain eases. I know that I will never stop missing you. You gave your life doing what you loved, like so many others have. I pray that you will watch over our brother Aaron and keep him safe while he patrols the streets too. Life isn't the same without you. There is a HUGE hole in everyone's lives now. The hole that you once filled with your jokes and smiles. I love and miss you, Evan!

Riana Whitehead
Sister
September 7, 2011

I love and miss you. I will always carry you in my heart

Tabbie Eckelberry
mother
September 5, 2011

Evan, I miss you every second brother. I have gone through many phases of reflection of you and our lives together. The pain will never go away and I will especially miss those nights we used to talk on night shifts when nothing was going on, or when one of us just got a big bust or a foot pursuit. I can't stop thinking about how unfair life seems these days. I will honor you by taking care of your one year old son, my nephew and teaching him all about you. You will always be in my thoughts, and I will do you proud. I love you always, your brother.

Patrolman Aaron Burns
East Alton Police Dept
September 5, 2011

Just thinking about you today. There's not been a day go by that Jeremy hasn't thought of you too. He keeps expecting you to relieve him. I just want you to know that you are truly missed around here.

Vanessa Darnell
Wife of Cpl. Jeremy Darnell of Caruthersville Police Dept.
September 2, 2011

REST IN PEACE.

INVESTIGATOR BOB CAMERON
CLEVELAND HEIGHTS PD (OHIO)
August 25, 2011

Rest in peace, Brother.

Det. Dan Jackson
St. Louis County Police
August 24, 2011

Patrolman Burns, rest in peace, brother. Thank you for your sacrifice and service to your fellow man. To your friends, family and extended law enforcement family at the Caruthersville Police Department, I grieve with you for the loss of this warrior. May you find peace in this terrible time.

Reserve Sergeant L. Brown
Rainier Police Department
August 24, 2011

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Evan Burns, and the Caruthersville Police Department.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness.
Take comfort in knowing that your law enforcement family grieves with you.
Officer Burns, you are our brother, thank you for your service and bravery. You will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace, brother

Police Officer Phil Herbert (Ret)
Lower Merion Twp (PA)
August 23, 2011

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Evan Burns, and the Caruthersville Police Department. 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 Burns, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association
August 23, 2011

Thankyou Brother for serving your country and community fearlessly in this war on crime we battle everytime we go on patrol, not knowing if we will return at the end of our watch.You are a HERO sir to all. Rest in peace my Brother.

Ptlmn T. R. Piotrowski
Hellertown Police Department
August 23, 2011

Rest in Peace Brother

Deputy S. Yates
Covington County Sheriff Dept. (MS)
August 22, 2011