Officer Down Memorial Page

You have not been forgotten. Thank you for your dedicated service to others, continue to keep watch over your loved ones.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
May 20, 2013

I've never met u before, but I do thank u for ur services to this state. As I watched ur wife & 3 little boys stand in front of the memorial wall today, my heart dropped for a second time. Having lost my sister who leaves behind her 4 daughters, I can honestly feel what ur family is going through. Job well done. & may God bless u & ur family.

B. Marzette
Sister of a Fallen Officer
May 10, 2013

I am proud to have the honor of riding in memory of Officer Maples in the 2013 Police Unity Tour. I will carry his name to the wall that will forever serve as a memorial for his service and sacrifice.

My wife and I had the pleasure of meeting several members of the Cleveland Police Department and having dinner with Justin's family the other night. Ms. Danielle, you are a rock and an extreme inspiration to us! Your boys are adorable and I know they will grow to be fine young men. Justin is smiling down on the four of you and is so proud of the mom that you are.

I wish I had the words to relieve the pain that is still all to fresh in your hearts. We truly won't know God's plan until we are all together again in heaven. We can only take comfort in knowing that He will never leave us nor forsake us. He promises that our tears will be wiped away and that someday we will never again have to say goodbye.

As I make the trip on this years tour know that you guys will be on my mind, pushing me to Washington to honor Justin and the many others that have given their life so we can sleep safely at night.

Justin, you were an amazing man with a wonderful family. They miss you so much. We pray for peace, understanding, and continued comfort for your family. Rest easy our brother...

Deputy Chris Massengill
Roane County Sheriff's Office, Tennessee
April 25, 2013

As we start a new year(2013), your service and sacrifice will always be remembered.
Rest in Peace my Brother.

To my active duty Brothers and Sisters, PLEASE STAY SAFE!

Master Senior Investigator Cardell L. Dobbins #188 (Ret.)
Illinois Secretary of State Department of Police District 01, Region 01
January 1, 2013

Thank you for your service and helping to make America a safer place.

Deputy Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office, CO
November 3, 2012

To the family of officer maples I was a fellow classmate in the academy in 2004. Justin was a friend of mine and a great man who we all new was destined to far surpass what would have been expected of him as an officer. He was always the first one across the finish line. When they asked for 100 percent Justin always gave 150. I am proud to have known him.He was one of those guys you would want watching your back. I am so sorry for your loss. I will carry with me always the sacrifice he made. Rest in peace friend you will never be forgotten.

Heather bolling
Fellow academy classmate
October 13, 2012

Maples Family,

I can't begin to express my condolences for your loss. Your sons/husbands/fathers sacrifice will never be forgotten. May God continue to give you the grace and peace for the road ahead. Please know many thoughts and prayers are with you.

Alisha Massengill
July 24, 2012

Though I never knew him, he was part of my Law Enforcement family and I will mourn this deep loss the rest of my life. My heart aches with all the losses we have suffered, and continue to suffer, through the years. God is our only peace through such incidents. May family & friends feel the presence of the "God of All Comfort" as they endure the distressing days ahead. I join them in their agonizing grief & remember them in my prayers.

Another senseless tragedy
Another day of grief,
Another day of praying
To help us find relief.

Relief from bitter anguish
Relief from rage so great,
Relief from lenient justice
Which continues to seal our fate.

Relief from heartache’s torment
As we continue on,
Oh, the awesome loss of brotherhood
Now that you are gone.

Though our hearts are deeply broken
And our tears forever flow,
There’s a comforting assurance
That now with God you go.

We know that you are welcome
Now at Heaven’s gate,
While meeting brothers & sisters
Who also met such fate.

The family of Law Enforcement
Knows no distance here or there,
And we recall in comfort
You await us there.

Vicki Hare, Telecommunicator
Salisbury NC PD
July 17, 2012

Whatever our duty, or wherever we serve, we are all brothers and sisters in this most honorable calling. We have lost yet another brother who we must never forget.

My deepest sympathy to both his family and his police family. My thoughts and prayers are with them. May he rest in eternal peace.

Sgt. Tom Waller, Ret., Cincinnati P.D.
Greater Cincinnati Police Museum
June 27, 2012

Rest in peace my Brother!
"Blessed are the Peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9

Jack Garcia, Retired FBI Agent
FBI
June 24, 2012

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Officer Justin Maples and the Cleveland Police Department during this time. Thank you, Officer Maples, for your service.

Staff
National Police Wives Association
June 18, 2012

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

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol
June 8, 2012

TO:The family;loved ones;friends and department members: A POLICE OFFICER'S PRAYER:--- O, gentle Lord! Keep the day/night watch with me. As I begin my tour of duty,I ask your protection from all mental,physical and spiritual harm. Sustain me with the knowledge that I am doing your work,endeavoring to keep peace among your people. Help me to be just as I enforce the law without prejudice or favor to anyone. May I be courageous but not reckless in carrying out my duties. Support me with your consoling power when I am tempted to think no one really cares and that I am taken for granted. Sustain in me the conviction that so many thousands do care and are grateful for my presence. Grant that I may be loyal to my partner and my fellow officers,and that I may back them up effectively when called upon for assistance. Lord,I ask that I may return safely,after my tour of duty,to my loved ones and those who love me. I pray that I may be a good and honorable police officer ;and after my tour of duty is over here on earth,may I enjoy the peace and happiness of heaven that you have promised to those who serve you well.AMEN.***REST IN PEACE

Chief(ret) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington Borough Police Department
June 8, 2012

Rest in peace my Brother!
"Blessed are the Peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9

Joaquin "Jack" Garcia
Retired FBI Agent
June 6, 2012

God didn’t promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without rain; but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears and light for the way.


Rest in peace.

Michelle
Wife of US Marshal
June 4, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Maples' family and his Brothers and Sisters in Blue. Rest in peace.

Deputy Johanna Polo
Monroe County Sheriffs Dept. Rochester NY
June 3, 2012

"Let not your heart be troubled; you believe in God, believe also in Me. 2 In My Father's house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.”.......John 14:1-2...May The Peace Of God Be With You Deepest Sympathy To The Family And Friends Of Police Officer Justin Maples ....

THERESA MELODY
Someone who cares
June 3, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. Words can not describe the pain you are feeling at this time. Just know that he is not alone. God has called home another of our brothers to help protect and watch over us from above. Thank You for all you gave Justin. You shall never be forgotten.

Ofc. John Greene
Nicoma Park Police Department, Okla
June 2, 2012

Rest in Peace

My heart goes out to the family, friends & fellow officers, Make these officers be safe each year.

Samantha from Calgary, Alberta, Canada
May 30, 2012

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
May 30, 2012

"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."
Author Unknown

Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell Wy Police Dept.
May 30, 2012

God Bless you Officer Maples. May the good Lord above cradle you in His arms, and may you Rest in Peace my Brother in Blue. I offer my prayers and sympathies to each and every one of your family members, friends, and co-workers. Rest easy Sir.

Chris Walley
Former Jail Officer/Deputy Wayne Co. Mississippi Sheriffs Department
May 30, 2012

My thoughts are with you, your family and police family.

Brother of Jeremy Chambers
EOW 04-24-2006

Chris Chambers
Saint Louis Co Police Dept
May 29, 2012

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

PROVINCIAL CONSTABLE MARTY LALONDE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
May 28, 2012

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones during this very trying time. You will never be forgotten by those that love you dearly, nor will the Blue Family ever let you be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
May 28, 2012