Officer Down Memorial Page

The wicked flee when no man pursueth but the righteous are bold as a lion
Proverbs 28:1

Rest in peace brother. You and your survivors will not be forgotten

Police Officer Brian W. Novitsky
Syracuse Police Department / Law Enforcement United Rider
May 9, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP.

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
February 17, 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 Officer Clark. 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 Daniel 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 Daniel's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Daniel's life was about so much more than the way he died. Daniel will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Officer Clark, 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 nine 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)
February 1, 2012

Rest in Peace, Officer Clark. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169
January 21, 2012

Rest in Peace my friend. You will never be forgotten. May God bless you and continue to watch over your family.

Retired Detective Frank DeMarco
NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
December 12, 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
December 6, 2011

Dan,

I miss you friend! I'm glad we got to have lunch that week prior. If your wife and daughter get to read this, they should know that I admired you for being an officer but more importantly for being eager to get back home to your family!

Leonard M. Romero, Police Officer
San Bernardino Police Department
December 2, 2011

Thank you for your sacrafice. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and your department.

Wife of Deputy Michael D. Roberts
Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Department Oklahoma
EOW: September 30, 2011

Reinee Roberts
December 2, 2011

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE
December 1, 2011

Officer Clark,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of San Bernadino. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP
November 30, 2011

Rest in Peace Officer Clark. You are missed.

Ofc. T. Blackwell
DPD
November 29, 2011

Dear Lord, please with your mighty hand, keep, and protect the loved ones, family, and friends of this Officer. Rest easy now my Brother in Law as your watch on this earth is now over.......

Sgt John L Gulledge (Ret)
Escambia County FL. Sheriffs Office
November 28, 2011

rest in peace brother in blue

lt. j.p.
B.P.D
November 28, 2011

rest in peace

lt. j.p.
B.P.D
November 28, 2011

Thoughts and prayers go out to your family during these tragic times. Rest in peace sir.

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA
November 26, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of this brave officer. Rest in Peace.

Sheriff Ray Foster
Buchanan County Sheriff's Office
November 22, 2011

"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
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 awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just 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 unmanly tears.

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 had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."

RIP Ofc. Clark, thank you for your service

Lauren
Family of Cathedral City, CA Officer
November 14, 2011

To the family and friends of Officer Daniel Clark, his fellow officers, and most especially to Officer Clark:

We honor your service 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 Daniel 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 years of distinquished service Daniel gave to his community and the citizens of California, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on November 3, 2011.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, PPD, eow 4/24/05
November 13, 2011

You taught me one of the most important lessons in police work, keeping a sense of humor. Thank you Dan for being a great partner and for dedicating your life to your family and law enforcement. You are missed

Michele Mahan
San Bernardino PD
November 13, 2011

You taught me one of the most important lessons in police work, keeping a sense of humor. Thank you Dan for being a great partner and for dedicating your life to your family and law enforcement. You are missed

Michele Mahan
San Bernardino PD
November 13, 2011

For Police Officer Daniel Clark:

Our duty as law officers leads us into situations of all manner whereby injury might occur. We regret that our brother Dan would encounter an injury that would ultimately lead to his demise. Fate, apparently, has deemed it to be so.

We pray for Dan's family, friends, co-workers and all who care about him. May they be ready to support one another durng this sad time.

We are proud to render Officer Dan Clark a final salute.

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennsylvania State Police
November 13, 2011

Rest in peace my brother in blue.

Police Officer II Vaquero
San Diego Police Department
November 12, 2011

It always saddens me to hear of another tragic detah of a fellow law enforcement officer. Thank you for your dedicated service. May you rest in peace.

PROVINCIAL CONSTABLE MARTY LALONDE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
November 12, 2011

Praying for the Department and for the family of Officer Clark, for God's peace and grace to get through this difficult time.

I am a former SBPD Reserve Officer from 1976 and a 1977 graduate of SBSO Academy's 50th Session. It is always a sad thing to see these ODMP reports from departments where I have worked.

For encouragement when a brother officer falls, please contact me anytime.

Chaplain Tim Sherman
Multiple Agencies, NW Minnesota
November 12, 2011

I grew up in San Bernardino and still have connections there. Rest in Peace brother, we'll take the watch.

Det. S. Gray
Tulalip Police Department
November 11, 2011