Officer Down Memorial Page

Gone but not forgotten. It's really nice to run across this beautiful tribute so many years after Roger's passing. An old friend ...

Supervisor Special Agent Caroline Richar
DHS Homeland Security Investigations
March 27, 2012

Mackenzie...My thoughts and prayers are with you as we enter the holiday season. I continue to pray for you! ((HUGS))

Sgt. Lisa Muhammad
Prince George's County Police Department
December 21, 2011

Mackenzie...Thinking of you and your dad. I send big hugs, lots of smile and a boatload of love your way. Your big sister in blue...Lisa :-)

Sgt. Lisa Muhammad
Prince George's County Police Department
June 27, 2011

Thank you to everyone for leaving such heart felt reflections. A lot has changed in these past 18 years, i have just finished my first year of college and wish every day for my dad to seen how much I've grown. Not a day doesn't go by that i don't think about him. A lot of love goes out to all of the Prince George's Office's both past, present, and future from our family. Any other stories or thoughts, or anything about my dad would be very much appreciated. I really don't know too much about my dad and it's really nice to hear all the good things people remember. May my dad's memory be kept alive in everyone's hearts.

Mackenzie Fleming
Daughter
May 25, 2010

MacKenzie! how are you? thinking of you and your dad so i thought i would drop you a line. here's hug from your big sister in blue. much love to you and your mom...

Sgt. Lisa Muhammad
Prince George's County Police
April 4, 2010

Roger I was the first rookie you ever trained, and it was an honor to have been trained by you. I remember like it was yesterday how I much I cried when I saw your vehicle after your accident. We spent many fun days working together and you taught me a great deal on how to be a good officer. We had a great relationship and squad. You are severely missed, and I pray that you rest in peace.

Robert

Robert Brown
Former PGPD
March 10, 2010

Thanks for your service. May God continue to watch over and protect your family and friends.

Officer
Chesterfield Police Department, VA.
February 27, 2010

To Lt. Roger Fleming, his loved ones and friends, and fellow officers:

On this the seventeenth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your valor, bravery and dedication to your job is remembered.

I hope that your family continues to be supported and cared for by their law enforcement family, and other police survivors. I pray for solace for your daughter as she is missing you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Lt. Fleming gave to his community and his country, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on October 27, 1992.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

Anonymous
October 27, 2009

MacKenzie...thinking of you and your dad today. Here is a big hug from me to you. I pray that all is well with you...and I pray that memories of your dad are still bringing smiles to your face. Take care and much much love to you...as always, your big sister in blue.

Sgt. Lisa Muhammad
Prince George's County Police
June 12, 2009

MacKenzie & Lt. Fleming...
thought of you both today and decided to let you know that you are not forgotten. I am still in prayer for you and your family. And of course, I am always available to you, MacKenzie, should you ever need a shoulder, a hug or a smile. This truly is a special brotherhood, so know that you have a big sister in blue who has your back. Much love to you.

Sgt. Lisa Muhammad #1936
Prince George's County Police
February 21, 2009

Dearest Son:
We are sure that you are watching over us.We think of you all the time and remember all the good times we had with you. Especially the times at Greenbelt Park when you came and ate hot dogs with us when we stayed in our camper. We really miss you Roger and always loved you very much. We go
to the FOP in May when we can. We have decorated the little Christmas Tree that you Called " The Charlie Brown tree"
Love Dad & Jo

Harold & Jo Ann Fleming
Father & Stepmother
December 10, 2008

Thank you for your service. The people of Prince George County, the State of Maryland and the United States of America owe you a debt of gratitude for your acts of courage and bravery. May we all learn from your heroism and duty to serve. You have proved your faith by serving others, and I know that the Lord has rewarded you with eternal life. Enjoy your stay with the other Heroes; Godspeed.

P.O. Bobby Castillo
Killeen, TX Police
November 15, 2008

still missing you dad hope you know me and
mom think about you all the time. we know you watch over us
all the time and hope you know we will always love you.
Your never forgotten
Your always missed
Your always in our hearts

mackenzie
daughter
October 28, 2008

MacKenzie...How are you? I pray that all is well with you. I have thought about you for the last few weeks and thought that I should let you know that I thought of you. You and your mom are always in my prayers. Keep your head up and much love to you. Your sister in blue...

Sgt. Lisa Muhammad #1936
Prince George's County Police
April 22, 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
February 18, 2008

Rest in peace as we will always remember you.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police
October 27, 2007

You are remembered today and thank you sir for your service

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH
October 26, 2007

Lt. Roger Fleming will never be forgotten. Reading the reflections I wish I knew him, sounds like he was a wounderful PO, dad & husband. I know you miss him and so do we!

Retired PO
City of Miami PD Fla.
October 12, 2007

This is the begining of police week 2007. It has now been 14 years since Rogers passing. Everyday I see him in my daughters face. Her beautiful face just like her fathers. His spirit lives in this wonderful child and I know he looks over his children everyday. Mackenzie will alway have her police family to remind her of how great a man and police officer her father was. Time is a gift! Use it wisely and give love everyday. Patti

Patti Fleming Ardolini
wife
May 7, 2007

MacKenzie...thought about your dad today and of course, my thoughts turned to you. I pray that all is well with you and that you have a smile on your face. I am still praying with and for you. Stay strong, be encouraged and may the sun shine your way each and every day. Much love to you from a big sister in blue.

Cpl. Lisa Muhammad #1936
Prince George's County Police
April 17, 2007

MacKenzie...You were on my mind and I wanted to let you know that you are still in my prayers. I still think of you and the ultimate sacrifice that your father made. I still think of his beautiful little girl growing into a young woman under the watchful gaze of her special guardian angel. I do hope that all is well with you and your mother. I have not forgotten...I will never forget. And even if we never meet, know that you have a friend in me. Your "big sister" in blue.

Cpl. Lisa Muhammad #1936
Prince George's County Police
January 27, 2007

hey dad i miss you i just turned 15. every birthday comes and it's sad to think you won't be there for all my birthdays but i know you wish you were here. me and mom think about you all the time wishing you were with us i love.

Mackenizie
his daughter
December 2, 2006

Fallen but NEVER forgotten. Be encouraged, dear Mackenzie.

Joanie
Mother, daughter, sister, and granddau. of LEO's
October 18, 2006

When Roger first graduated from the Prince Georges County Police Department Academy, we saw each other at a family get-together at Uncle Buster's house (Roger's dad). I was about 13-14 years old. Roger took me for a brief drive in his new cruiser through a couple of blocks of rural streets nearby and showed me how the sirens and lights worked and when to use them (a pretty-cool thrill for an obnoxious teenager like me). He described what a great feeling it was to be a police officer. He told me that most problems can be solved if you just treat people right. He said that it was a little difficult at times, but he felt like Superman when he could help somebody. I regret that I never had a chance to tell him that I remember that. I know that he now knows.

Bob Fleming

Bob Fleming
Cousin
October 7, 2006

I will love u forever dad whether your with me or not. You are in gods hands now and i am sure he's taking good care of you. I love you so much and i think of you all the time. God be with you.

Mackenzie Fleming
his daughter
May 20, 2006