Officer Down Memorial Page

Happy Birthday DAD!!!! love you always and forever and miss you like crazy. one day we will meet again

your baby girl,

Jeri Lyn (Crocker) Nichols

Jeri Lyn (Crocker) Nichols
daughter
November 18, 2011

Dad,

It has been 19 years since you were taken from us. Today APD is putting your sign up and laying a wreath at the accident site. I am so proud to be called your daughter. I am very anxious about today. It always takes me back to when I was 15 and found out that I had lost you. My world turned up-side-down. Dad - you now have 9 grandkids and one great-grand son. You would be so proud of all of us. I know one day I will see you again. Take care and please give mama, papa and boo kisses for me and let them know I miss them dearly. Love always dad,

Your baby girl,

Jeri Lyn (Crocker) Nichols

Jeri Lyn (Crocker) Nichols
Daughter
October 7, 2011

DAD,

Another sad day here in Arlington. We lost yet another officer today. Dad I know you welcomed her with open arms and you will show her the ropes. Just hits me so hard and brings back so many memories. Wish you were here with me right now to comfort me. I know your watching down on me and the extended family here with APD. Dad I miss you so very much and wish i could have just one more hug. I have so many friends that I can lean on now in my time of moaring. I love you with all my heart. Love your baby girl

Jeri Lyn Crocker Nichols,
YOUR BABY GIRL

JERI LYN CROCKER NICHOLS
DAUGHTER
December 29, 2010

Thinking of you today, and the family that you left behind. Your service and memory will remain......

Cpl. Matt Crisafulli
Worcester County Sheriffs Office
October 9, 2010

HEY DAD.. IT HAS BEEN A WHILE SINCE I LEFT YOU A NOTE.. I WAS PROMOTED BACK IN JULY TO SUPERVISOR AND I AM LOVING IT MORE AND MORE EACH DAY. I KNOW YOUR LOOKING DOWN ON ME AND SMILING CAUSE YOU KNEW ALL ALONG THAT I ONE DAY WOULD BE A SUPERVISOR. ALL OF US ARE GOING GOOD.. HAD A HARD COUPLE OF WEEKS WHEN WE LOST ANOTHER OFFICER. I KNOW YOU WELCOMED HIM WITH OPEN ARMS AND I KNOW YOU SHOWED HIM AROUND. DAD, THAT WAS ONE OF THE HARDEST THINGS I DID WAS TO ATTEND THE FUNERAL. THAT BROUGHT BACK SO MANY MEMORIES AND I WAS RE-LIVING YOUR FUNERAL. IT HIT MOM REALLY HARD. BUT YOU KNOW US.. WE ARE TAKING IT ONE DAY AT A TIME. DAD, I REALLY WISH YOU WERE STILL HERE CAUSE THERE ARE SO MANY THINGS I NEED TO TALK TO YOU ABOUT AND GET YOUR OPINION ON. EVERYDAY WHEN I COME TO WORK I ALWAYS GO DOWN YOUR STREET AND TALK TO YOU. THERE ARE DAYS THAT I THINK YOUR ANSWERING ME. I HAVE ALOT ON MY MIND RIGHT NOW AND WELL I WILL JUST PRAY ABOUT IT. TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND UNTIL NEXT TIME DAD.. I LOVE YOU LOTS,

YOUR BABY GIRL

JERI LYN CROCKER NICHOLS

JERI LYN CROCKER NICHOLS
DAUGHTER
March 8, 2010

Jeri Lynn,

Just a quick note to let you know that your Father is never far from our thoughts, and to encourage you that we will never forget. May God Bless You.


Ian Roberts
Firefighter/Paramedic
Former Police Officer

Anonymous
July 1, 2009

hey dad... things down here are going well. i know you can see the memorial wall (hero's park) from up there and last month they had a memorial service for all of yall. they asked me if i would help lay the wreath. wow what an honor.. mom and the all the family was there.. dad i felt so important that day. knowning i was doing it in your honor. you will never be forgotten. i miss you so much. it was so nice to see all of the people show up in support of that day . the police officer, firefighters and all the rest.. it really turned out very nice. well dad, give papa hugs and kisses for me and tell him that i miss him dearly to.. until next time dad.. love you more than you will ever know..
your baby girl

jeri lyn crocker nichols

Jeri Lyn Crocker Nichols
daughter
June 7, 2009

Hey Dad, wow last night was a bad night. Another officer was killed. I know you have already met him because you met him at Heavens Gates with a big ole Texas hug. Right now I am numb. This brings back so many memories. I'm hurting for the family because I know what they are going through. Please take care of him and let him know his family will be taken care of. Dad I love you and miss you so much. Didn't sleep much last night, I was thinking about you and the time I did get to spend with you. Dad your in my heart and I know your with me everywhere I go. You are and forever will be my guardian angel. Love you Lots.

Your baby girl,

Jeri Lyn (Crocker) Nichols

Jeri Lyn (Crocker) Nichols
daughter
January 7, 2009

hey dad!!!!! 2009 is going to be a big year for me. i have put in for supervisor at work and hopefully this time things will have changed and im keeping my fingers crossed that i get it. i have been here for 12 years and im ready for a change. if only you were here to talk to me about it. but dad im just like you, if i dont get it i will keep on protecting my boys at work. i love my job as much as you did. i read all the post left on your page from others and think to myself... if they had only known you .. wow you know how to change lives. you were such a good husband, father and dear friend to all. dad i miss you more and more each growning day. thought i would tell ya this, but i know you saw for yourself... dman went deer hunting and took your rifle. dad i was so proud of him. i started crying when i thought about if only you were here to take him. he carried that gun with pride. he has so much of you in him!!! he did see anything but he got to shoot your gun and now he wants to keep it. i told him if you were here you would have taken him every weekend and then some. dad i love you so much and miss you more than you will ever know. keep the streets of heaven a movin'. until next time dad.. i love you ..

your baby girl

Jeri Lyn (Crocker) Nichols

jeri lyn (crocker) nichols
daughter
January 6, 2009

Jeri Lyn,

You do not know me and I never had the honor knowing your Father, but; I am a former Police Officer who served in Florida some years ago. I frequently visit this page and read the reflections as often as I can, sometimes to simply say a prayer for the families of our fallen heroes.

Such is the case with you Dad. Taken so early, leaving you to come of age without his physical presence to comfort you. Still, you know he is with you. Please know that at this very moment, my prayers go out to you and your Dad. As the Father of three, I know that he wuold be very proud of you for serving with the distinction that signifies your family name. He would be even more proud of your visits and messages on this page. His death was not in vain and his memory will live forever.

May God Bless you and protect you.

Sincerely,

Ian Roberts
Firefighter/Paramedic
Former Police Officer

Anonymous
December 28, 2008

hey dad.... wow that is the word that comes to mind... 16 years ago you were taken from us.... im still numb at times... i still cant believe it... just like yesterday.... i just had my 12 year anniversary with the same dept in which you served... dad if i only had you back here with me. not a day goes by that i dont think about you. i love you more than you will ever know... and miss you soo much. i truly do. i have been through alot in the last couple of weeks and really needed you. i know you heard me talking to you, cause you seemed to have lifted some of it off my shoulders.. just like you used to when you were here... when you knew your baby girl was hurting.. you took it away from me and took it on yourself... you were an awesome dad and will always be in my heart. dad i love you and wish i could just hug you one more time. my heart cries for you at night. well i have to go for now... but i will be back!!!! i love you

your baby girl always and forever

jeri lyn (crocker) nichols

Jeri Lyn (Crocker) Nichols
daughter
October 15, 2008

Thinking of you, Terry, and both of your families today.

Staci
October 9, 2008

Wow! Jerry, you and your family are still a fond memory for me. I will never forget the impact your death made on my life and career. Jeri Lyn is an wonderful daughter and I think of your family often. Jeri Lyn - I think it is incredible you write to your father on this forum. Awesome dedication to your father! Jeri you are joy, just like your Daddy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you move through this life with a blessed guardian angel watching over you, named Jerry! loveya, meanit! By the way, Jeri, I'm listed give me a shout sometime! ; )

Maura Hickey
Former Dispatch Supv/Arlington PD/FD
October 2, 2008

I was graduating high school when you were taken away. I didnt know you but my family told me that one of my cousins was taken. My dad didn't want me to be a Police officer so I didn't. Eleven years later I knew I wouldn't be happy if I didn't. I had that natural calling. My heart goes out to our family. I will take care of things down here. Look forward to serving with you one day.
Officer Russell Crocker #8954
Dallas Police Dpartment

Police Officer
Dallas Police Department
June 16, 2008

Back when I was a child
Before life removed all the innocence
My father would lift me high
And dance with my mother and me and then

Spin me around till I fell asleep
Then up the stairs he would carry me
And I knew for sure
I was loved

If I could get another chance
Another walk, another dance with him
I’d play a song that would never, ever end
How I’d love, love, love to dance with my father again

Ooh, ooh

When I and my mother would disagree
To get my way I would run from her to him
He’d make me laugh just to comfort me, yeah, yeah
Then finally make me do just what my mama said

Later that night when I was asleep
He left a dollar under my sheet
Never dreamed that he
Would be gone from me

If I could steal one final glance
One final step, one final dance with him
I’d play a song that would never, ever end
‘Cause I’d love, love, love to dance with my father
again

Sometimes I’d listen outside her door
And I’d hear her, mama cryin’ for him
I pray for her even more than me
I pray for her even more than me

I know I’m prayin’ for much too much
But could You send back the only man she loved
I know You don’t do it usually
But Lord, she’s dyin’ to dance with my father again
Every night I fall asleep
And this is all I ever dream

love you daddy

your baby girl


jeri lyn

jeri lyn (crocker) nichols
daughter
June 12, 2008

hey dad..... this week is national police week.. and once again it brings back memories of you.... seems just like yesterday when you were taken from us.. the police and fire dept here have made a reflection wall for all of you guys. on saturday is the dedication for it. this again will be very hard of the whole family... however i am very honored to say you were my dad. they have put all 6 officers and 4 fire fighters on the wall. now i will be even closier to you. dad i truly miss you each and every day . looking at your pictures and seeing you smile just makes me cry . i miss that... the whole family is going to be there on saturday. i know everyone will be glad to see them. anyways... thought i would drop ya a little hello from down here... take care.. until next time.. love you lots and lots... tell papa hell for me.. miss him too.... your baby girl

jeri lyn (crocker) nichols

jeri lyn(crocker) nichols
May 15, 2008

hey dad.... 3 more days till my 31st birthday.. i can look back and remember the times you used to help me plan my parties... what fun times... i remember when you used to make me wear a dress for my party because i was your "little girl". well now i am all grown up but still your baby girl!!!! dad i miss you more and more each day.. still working at the pd and loving it more now than ever. dad i wish u were here to give me a present...but i know u will send one down from heaven!! u always do... well dad until next time.. love you lots and miss you .. hugs and kisses to you and papa...

your baby girl

jeri lyn (crocker)nichols

jeri lyn (crocker) nichols
daughter
February 1, 2008

"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
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
January 30, 2008

Dear Officer Crocker, I recently met you daughter and she told me that you had passed. You'd be so proud of her as a dispatcher and they way she is proud of you. I am sorry you have been taken from your family and friends, may you rest in eternal peace... My sympathy to your family and friends as well as the Arlington Police Department.

Dispatcher Sue Rusch, CTO
Punta Gorda PD, Punta Gorda FL
January 28, 2008

hey dad.. and HAPPY NEW YEARS DAY!!!!!! i just got off work after working 12 hours ... it was a good nite .. busy .. but all my guys/gals went home safely..... sure do miss you ... another year has come and gone... wow almost 16 years... one more hug dad... just one more!!!! :) well until next time dad.. big hugs and kisses...

your baby girl

jeri lyn (crocker) nichols

Jeri Lyn (Crocker) Nichols
Daughter
January 1, 2008

hey dad... 4 days till christmas... yet another one without you !!!! my heartaches for you ... there are so many things i need to tell you .. wish you were here so we could sit down and talk. wish i could get your advice on things..cause i know you of all people would understand. i know you can hear me when i do talk to you .. but it is just not the same... happy belated birthday.. went out to gravesite and left a balloon for ya. i took your oldest granddaughter with me. she asked about you and what you would think about the balloon she left you. i told her you would love it. she misses her pawpaw.. dad i wish you could have met her and all the other grandkids.. please give papa a big ole hug for me. i bet the streets of heaven are so beautiful this time of year... dad, enjoy your christmas in heaven but know i miss you soo much. just wanted that last hug from ya.. until next time dad.. i love you more than you will ever know!!! ;) merry christmas dad..

your baby girl

jeri lyn (crocker) nichols

Jeri Lyn (Crocker) Nichols
December 21, 2007

hey dad... it has been 15 years now that you were taken from us... still seems like yesterday.. i sit here at work and read about all the officers being killed and cant imagine what heavens streets look like.. dad i miss you more today than ever.... just had my 11 years with the city as a dispatcher and love it just like i did when i was hired on. everyone still takes good care of me... just like family... all the grandkids are growning up .. i know you would have a blast with any of them .. we as a family have soo much fun together.. just missing one big huge part... YOU DAD.... take care dad and give papa a big ole hug and kiss from all of us.. . love you lots.. :) until next time dad

your baby girl!!!
jeri lyn (crocker) nichols

Jeri Lyn (Crocker) Nichols
Daughter
October 15, 2007

Never forgotten.... You are very much alive in the lives of your family and friends.

DFC. Matt Crisafulli
Worcester County Sheriffs Office
October 12, 2007

You are always in our thoughts - and we are watching over your daughter...

Arlington PD
October 10, 2007

From Concerns of Police Survivors
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family and loved ones.
October 9th

God Bless

Kristina Montet
C.O.P.S.
October 8, 2007