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Condolence to Policed Officer Daniel Clarks family & friends .My prayers are with them..RIP my Brother in Blue

Res Dept Sheriff Melvin F. Larmon 2277

Resv Deputy Sheriff Melivn F. Larmon
Coosa County Sheriff Office
November 7, 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 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

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
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Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
November 7, 2011

I work as a Registered Nurse for San Bernardino Co Sheriff's Dept. and had several encounters with Officer Clark. He was a wonderful man who gave his all, and had respect even for the many he arrested. He will be missed by all. My sincere sympathy to the San Bernardino Police Department, his family and his friends. Nurse Marshall

Deborah J Marshall
San Bernardino Co Sheriff's Dept/ Nurse
November 7, 2011

Thank you for serving R.I.P

P.O/ Papamarkos
Madison Police NJ
November 7, 2011

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. My condolences to your family, friends and coworkers of the San Bernardino Police Department. May you rest in peace.

Off. William F. Shields
Federal Reserve Police/Philadelphia - Retired/Haverford Police
November 7, 2011

Thank you brother for your service and dedication to our cause. May God watch over your family and protect them. We now have the watch. Godspeed.

Deputy R. L. Matthews NC
Father of Deputy C. Brian Matthews EOW 9-30-05
November 7, 2011

I couldn't ask for a better uncle for my kids, Danny. We all love you more than you could ever know. We will forever miss your silly jokes, infectious laughter, and kind heart. You were an amazing husband and dad for my sister and niece. Carry on, big brother... til we meet again.

Rachael
sis
November 7, 2011

Officer Clark, your watch is ended. May our Heavenly Father watch over your family and friends during this tragic time. May your soul walk carefully and proudly into everlasting life. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in God’s peace my friend, you deserve it.
REV

Chaplain Michael Grinnals
Camillus Police department
November 7, 2011

RIP Brother

Deputy Anita Price
Bexar County Sheriff's Office, San Antonio, Texas
November 7, 2011

A great man has gone to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the San Bernadino Police Department. Rest in Peace Brother.

Chief Steven Marshall
Washington, NH Police Department
November 7, 2011

On behalf of the brothers and sisters of the illinois dept. of corrections. I would like to offer our deepest and sincere condolences to the Clark Family and to the San bernardino Police Dept.. We know what ytou are going thru since we lost one of our own to a similar incident.. You will be in our prayers May God bless you all.

SGT. Jose M. Prado
Illinois Dept. of Corrections
November 7, 2011

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.

Deputy J. D. Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriff's Office
November 7, 2011

Rest in Peace...

Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY
November 7, 2011

Thank you for service....RIP brother

TROOPER A.D.DEZSO
N. C. Highway Patrol
November 7, 2011

Dan, you were my mentor, my partner, and a friend. Me and my family want to thank you for your services and dedication to the department. I'll never forget the fun times we had working graveyards. Our prayers to the family.

Officer Tom Stieg (Ret)
San Bernardino Police Department
November 7, 2011

Rest in peace, Officer Clark. Thank you for your many years of dedicated service to your community. Your ultimate sacrifice and that of your family will not be forgotten. Prayers for your family, friends, San Bernardino PD and law enforcement brothers & sisters. Godspeed & God Bless, Hero.

Kathy B
Citizen
November 7, 2011

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

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
November 7, 2011

R.I.P. Warrior, may God comfort your family and fellow Warriors.

CPL. JM. Shaver
Hinesville PD
November 7, 2011

Sincerest condolences from Texas, for such a tragic and unexpected turn of events. Our prayers are with the family and San Bernardino PD. May he rest in peace.

Deputy Chief Dan Gabehart
Bexar County Sheriff's Office
November 7, 2011

Avenue of the Fallen

Standing at attention in their class “A“ uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, are your brothers and sisters of Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the ultimate price.
Today, like many others, they welcome you to this wonderful place. As you march down the Avenue of the Fallen, all eyes focus on you as if to say its ok you’re with your eternal partners. A salute is followed and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well.
Now come join us in the ranks, another is coming home.

A brother law enforcement officer
12-25-2010

Sheriff Jim Weaver (Ret.) LAPD (Ret.)
Jerome County, Idaho (Ret.)
November 7, 2011

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K. Murphy
Union PD,NJ
November 7, 2011

Dan your a warrior and you will be missed. It was an honor to work with you on the streets. Rest in peace brother.

Officer R. Bellamy
San Bernardino PD
November 7, 2011

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE
November 7, 2011

Dan, you served with honor ... your a true warrior... It was an Honor to serve with you, you will be dearly missed.

Former Officer Peter Day
San Bernardino Police Department
November 7, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to Officer Clark, his family, friends, and the entire San Bernardino Police Department. Thank you for your service Officer Clark. We've got the watch from here.

Sergeant
Fredericksburg Police Department (VA)
November 7, 2011