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Special Agent Michael James Lynch

United States Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Government

End of Watch Thursday, December 16, 1982

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Reflections for Special Agent Michael James Lynch

Agent Lynch,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country-not just as a Law Enforcement Officer but also when you served with the U.S. Air Force as well. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

December 16, 2022

Rest well, brother....we won't let you be forgotten

POMFCC
Peace Officers Memorial Foundation of Cook County

November 29, 2013

Reading these reflections has touched me, more than words can ever say. My Father was taken from me when I was 7 years old. NO child should have to endure the pain of losing their parent at such a young age. But I am so proud of the man he was and amazed to see that man in myself and my children today. His iife might have ended that day, but his legacy lives on.

Thank you for remembering him, and all agents who died while performing their duty to their country.

Joni (Lynch) Konstantelos
Daughter of SA Michael James Lynch

May 27, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 27th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you, especially your family. The hurt of losing a beloved never goes away and both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

December 16, 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 © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

March 20, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

vandenberghe
manchester, nh

December 7, 2007

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

December 30, 2006

Thank you for your service. God bless you and your family.

DE
St. Louis City Police

May 17, 2004

"Ye, though I fly through the Valley of the Shadow of Death, I shall fear no Evil; For I am at 10,000 feet and climbing."

I've flown as a Bureau pilot for the very same Division you worked out of...Chicago. I recently made a flight into Cincinnati's Lunken Field.

Having spoke with Chicago Agents who knew you, I know you were sorely missed.

Keep Climbing!

Rest In Peace

Darin L. Paul, Special Agent/Pilot
Federal Bureau of Investigation - Detroit Division

"Ye, though I fly through the Valley of the Shadow of Death, I shall fear no Evil; For I am at 10,000 feet and climbing."

I've flown as a Bureau pilot for the very same Division you worked out of...Chicago. I recently made a flight into Cincinnati's Lunken Field.

Having spoke with Chicago Agents who knew you, I know you were sorely missed.

Keep Climbing!

Rest In Peace

Darin L. Paul, Special Agent/Pilot
Federal Bureau of Investigation - Detroit Division

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