Officer Down Memorial Page

Well Eddie as I get ready to begin a new path in my life...retirement...I sit here thinking of you. I miss you so much and wish I could just have one more day with you. Hey guess what you are going to be a grandpa again..... your baby Peggy is expecting. I just close my eyes and can see how much you would have enjoyed them grand babies and your own children growning up. Love you brother, Connie

Connie Duncan Snyder
sister
March 22, 2012

Rest In Peace Brother Duncan. Your service and sacrifice is not forgotten. Thank you for your service to the citizens of West Virginia.

Sgt. Jarrod Wilson / K9 Officer
West Virginia Division Of Corrections
March 12, 2012

I remember the phone ringing at are house when we received the call that you where took from us very sad day i will never forget but i do know that we all will meet again one day and it will be glorious we all miss and love you Uncle Eddie until we meet again Love you Mishal

Mishal
Niece
January 23, 2012

Another holiday is upon us without you. You would think time would make it easier, but is doesn't. I miss you so much at times I ache. You were my big brother and I always looked up to you. Now when I raise my head to look up to the sky I am comforted to know you are up there. I know you and Pam were reunited this year with her passing. I can see you walking hand and hand on those streets of gold. That comforts me to know you are together again.
As you already know God has laid it on my heart to go to the prison and meet the person who took your life so needlessly. Not to give him anything but I feel the need to make him know you and who he murdered that night and all the lives he has affected by his evil deeds.
Know I love you and carry you in my heart daily. Miss you my big brother.....

Connie Duncan Snyder
Sister
November 30, 2010

Just want your family to know that we were here to pay our respects to Eddie's service. We recently visited his memorial and his resting place.

Cecil John Boggs, Jr. and Susan Horner
second cousin and his daughter
April 18, 2010

eddie here i set feb 2010 still missing you so much the years have been ruff with out you and mom is there with you now i will always miss and love you and ill see you again one day love ella

ella duncan wilson
im his sister
February 15, 2010

Ed this has been a hard week in Charleston again as Patrolman Jerry Jones was killed in the line of duty too. My youngest son Tommy, which you never got to met here on earth, was a good friend of Jerry's. I know you have met him this week as he came to heaven with you. Also I have made contact with Roush's family this week so tell Delbert we are going to get gather. I guess you can see Pam your beloved wife is not doing to good health wise. You also have another new granddaughter. Oh how ornery you could make them and love every minute of it. Brother we miss you being here on earth with us but I know we will meet you again over in heaven. Love you, your sister Connie

Connie Duncan Snyder
September 20, 2009

Heroes are never forgotten. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Deputy Petree
Hendricks County Sheriff Dept.
February 7, 2009

"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
March 2, 2008

Daddy,
Your first grandson was born 9 months to the day of your birthday! How about that! He looks just like you and everybody says he is tempered like you too! My prayer is that he grows up to be the man that you were; strong, honorable, loyal and brave. Thank you for serving your country, state and most of all your family. I love you!

Peggy Duncan
daughter
November 15, 2007

On this day, 29 years ago, you paid the ultimate sacrifice. I am sure your family felt horrible sorrow in your untimely murder as well as terrific pride in your job as a Police Officer. Thank you for bravely and proudly serving your community. You will always be a hero who will NEVER be forgotten!

Retired Sergeant
AR
June 26, 2007

God Bless You, and give you peace. We give thanks that there are those who are willing to put their lives on the line to protect our way of life. We pray also that others will not be called on to do the same.

Robert B. Thurston, Sr.
Cousin
April 8, 2007

I was station in St. Albans as a Army Recruiter when this tradgey took place. After I left the Army, I became a police officer with the Bristol Virginia Police Department and retired in 2004. During this course of time I found out that my relatives were from Dunbar W.Va and had an opportunity to visit the Thurston Cemetery in Dunbar were I first saw the marker for Eddie Ray Duncan. My great great great grandfather Robert Thurston is buried there. Through a cousin, Charlotte Thurston of Dunbar I learn that Eddie Duncan was kin. My thoughts are with his family and I am proud to have been in the same profession as Eddie.
God Bless the Family!
Warren Wayne Thurston

Retired Lieutenant Wayne Thurston
Bristol Virginia Police Department
April 5, 2007

At the time of your ultimate sacrifice for the citizens of Charleston, I was serving as the departmental Chaplain and as a sworn officer with CPD. It was a high privilege and honor to be asked to officiate your ceremony, although very difficult for me. I am with another agency now, but each morning my path to work takes me by the memorial and location where you and Lt. Roush made the supreme sacrifice, therefore I am rememinded each day of my fallen comrades. Your families still remain in my prayers and thoughts even after so many years. Time will not erase or erode your memory, your devotion to duty and the debt society owes to you and the many fallen brothers and sisters in blue. May blessings, peace and encouragement remain with the family, friends and fellow officer in Jesus Name!

Chief Jack Rinchich, UC Dept. of Safety & Security
National Chaplain, - Nat. Assoc. of Chiefs of Police 2006

Cpl./Chaplain Jack Rinchich
Former Chas, PD Officer/Chaplain
May 19, 2006

Daddy, you were taken from us before I ever had the chance to lay eyes on you or touch your solemn face. I hope that you would be proud of me today as I am amazingly proud of you and the sacrafices you made. I can not wait for the day I become complete by finally meeting you!! I love you!

Until then...

Peggy Duncan
daughter
May 18, 2006

My dear brother you are my HERO. You life was taken from you for such a petty reason. That bullet pierced all our hearts that night and the hole will always be within our family. Your children have grown to be fine young men and women that you would be so proud of. You also have a beautiful granddaughter that I know you would have enjoyed so much. Think of you often and will meet you on the other side someday. Love Connie

Connie Snyder
October 12, 2005

Ed,
You were the oldest and I was the youngest of six children. You are always in my heart. We all love and miss you so much. You done so much for me and were always there when I needed you and I am very proud to say that I am your sister, forever.
Love you always, Nancy

Nancy McClure
October 11, 2005

Eddie,

I was just 14 when you were taken but it was my first memory of a police officer giving his life. My dad knew several officers in Charleston and with the WVSP and you would have been so proud of how your brother officers worked to catch the man who took your life. They didn't forget and I won't forget your sacrifice either. When I get home to Charleston and drive under that bridge and see the memorial plaque I always say a prayer for you. Stand easy bro. You will never be forgotten.

Rob Conley
Metro Nashville Police Department
August 2, 2004

Thank you Ptlm. Duncan for you service to the department that I now serve. As the years pass by and new generations come and go, we still honor the loss of you and Lt. Roush. Your sacrifice has not been forgotten.

Sergeant Don Peal
Charleston WV Police Dept.
June 11, 2004

06/08/04

Each day I try to read the ODMP. Today I read your story. Any officer who dies in the line of duty will always be remembered for his sacrifice. You died a hero. Rest in peace Officer Duncan.

Captain Robert W Cannon, Ret.
Vermilion Co, Il. Sheriff's Dept.
June 8, 2004

Eddie........no fallen officer should be without a reflection....thank you for your service & God bless.

Special Agent Dennis Duncan
Norfolk Southern Railway Police
March 7, 2004