Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you for making the Ultimate Sacrifice! Prayers for your family and for our Police Department. Rest in Heaven!

Officer N. Reid
Metropolitan Nashville Police Department

February 6, 2017

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Eric was killed.

To the Mumaw family, fellow officers, and all who call Eric beloved, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Eric gave to his community and the citizens of Tennessee, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on February 2, 2017.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

February 6, 2017

"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 Wyoming Police Department

February 6, 2017

Officer Eric Mumaw, Rest in God's eternal peace and love. Thank you, for your service. You will never be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to his family, friends, and the Metro Nashville Police Dept. May God comfort you.

Teresa N. Radford
Nashville, Tennessee

February 5, 2017

Eric was a great man and an even greater Officer. He had personally saved my life on two separate occasions, and countless more in the performance of my regular duties on the highways and roads. He also helped my family in the midst of a very dark hour. This man was a hero to many, and I wish his family knew how much he meant to my team. Rest In Peace, my brother. Until Valhalla.

Lt. Young

February 5, 2017

Rest in peace Brother, Thank you for your service

Jerry Matalone #8046 (Retired)
Des Moines, Iowa Police Department

February 5, 2017

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Retired

February 5, 2017

Rest In Peace Officer Mumaw, you died a hero trying to save another's life. My deepest condolences to your family and department.

Wm Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP, Trafic & Escort Unit

February 5, 2017

I am sorry for your recent loss of Officer Eric Mumaw. It's never easy to absorb such a tragic loss in selfless service to others.

Yesterday, in Grand Rapids, MI, we held a 10 year anniversary basketball game to remember GRPD Officer Robert Kozminski, who was murdered on-duty 7/8/2007, just because somebody wanted to kill a cop.

Ten years does not feel like ten years. It still brings tears to recall it.

Bill Neller
--None--

February 5, 2017

RIP brother, you will never be forgotten.

Officer J. Honeycutt
Utah Valley University Police Dept.

February 5, 2017

Rest In Peace brother, We have the watch from here! We will hold the line in your honor....

Edward Conrads
Metro Nashville Police Department

February 4, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Officer Mumaw and the Nashville Police Department. May God Bless All Law Enforcement. RIP Brother.

Sgt. Fred Parker
Putnam County Sheriff's Dept., TN.

February 4, 2017

Rest In Peace Brother. We will take the watch from here. Now you will patrol the streets of Gold.

Corporal Steve Mitchell
Williamson County Sheriff's Office

February 4, 2017

This world has suffered a great loss with the passing of Officer Mumaw. Rest in Peace good and faithful servant.

Chaplain Bill Roscoe
Canyon Co. Sheriffs Office, Idaho

February 4, 2017

ERIC REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND IT WAS PLEASURE WORKING WITH YOU THOSE FIRST 2 YEARS WHEN THE MADISON PRECINCT WENT UP. I LEARNED A LOT WORKING WITH YOU. YOU ARE GONE BUT YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. MY GOD BELSS YOUR FAMILY IN THE THEIR OF HEALING.

POLICE OFFICER SEAN D. WILLIAMS
METRO NASHVILLE POLICE DEPT.

February 4, 2017

Praying for Officer Mumaw's family! Praying that God will bring you peace! Officer Mumaw is definitely a True Hero! God Bless you Sir! May you Rest In Peace Sir!

Survivor Melanie Richardson
Lafayette county Arkansas Sheriff's Office

February 4, 2017

I am sorry for your loss to the Family, Fellow Officers, and Friends. I will keep you all in your prayers. RIP.

Frank J.Corasaniti II,Retired Lieutenant
Baltimore City Fire Department

February 4, 2017

those that serve without praise.. are the ones that will sacrifice all to those they don't even know.. RIP your watch is over on Earth but the lord has bigger plans for you my brother

warren S hulick

February 4, 2017

Heaven is blessed to have such a special individual guard its streets. Officer Mumaw, your actions are the epitome of what our badge stands for; courageous in face of fear and fearless in the face of adversity. Rest in peace sir, God bless.

Agent Mike Tamez
South Texas Specialized Crimes and Narcotics Task Force

February 3, 2017

On behalf of Tennessee State Troopers, our Office of Homeland Security, and our Tennessee Highway Safety Office, we mourn with our Metro Police colleagues during this loss. Another hero is still in our midst - just in a different form...

Commissioner David W. Purkey
Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security

February 3, 2017

"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
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

February 3, 2017

RIP BROTHER ERIC AND PEACE TO YOUR FAMILY..NO GREATER ACT THAN TO GIVE ONE'S LIFE TO SAVE ANOTHER..MARTY MOONEY RETIRED DETECTIVE NYPD AND SON ALEX ACTIVE NYPD..BLUE KNIGHTS XIX ROME NY/XXXII SYRACUSE NY.

DET MARTY MOOONEY ( RETIRED )
NYPD

February 3, 2017

God Bless You, Your Family, & Friends. Thank you for your unselfish service.

James P. Waggle
Civilian

February 3, 2017

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. REST IN PEACE.

POLICE OFFICER
NAPERVILLE POLICE DEPT

February 3, 2017

Rest in Peace My Brother in Blue.

"Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be Called Sons of God." Matthew 5:9

A/ Detective D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department

February 3, 2017