Officer David George Gabrielli Arizona Department of Public Safety Arizona Friday, August 31, 1990  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

It's been so long, but I still hear your voice everyday..Another tough anniversary for all of us. Miss you so much and love you. You are always here..
Love,
Janey

Janey
Sister
2009-08-31

Officer Gabrielli,
On today, the 18th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but also for our Country when you served in the USN. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

Anonymous

2008-08-31

"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
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-11-14

Dave was my friend and shipmate. We spent many hours talking about the Navy and Law Enforcement (I was former Los Angeles Sheriff's Dept). Our last get together was on the back of our boat with Dave and Judy. I got a letter from him while I was in Desert Shield/Desert Storm telling me he would be joining me soon. I would later learn of the tragedy upon my return home. My wife and I think of he and Judy often. I have aone of his stories in my book "BEHIND THE BADGE: The Funny Side of the Thin Blue Line". It is a small token of rememberance.

HMC Harry Penny
USN (Retired)
2007-09-29

Rest in Peace, Officer Gabrielli. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

2007-03-14

Dave,

I first met you as an Explorer when you helped our DPS post on occassion. You later became a Class Counselor for our Police Academy Class (ALETA 110) helping to mold Cadet into competent Police Officers.

You were and still are firmly in my memory and that of my classmates as a shining example how to honorably and properly serve & protect in this profession. When I think of all a Police Officer should be, you come to mind without hesitation. You are without a doubt a colossal credit to the uniform and the profession.

Thank you for all you did for us, the mentoring, the caring, the coaching and for being the finest of role models.

Through us, you still patrol the streets of Arizona and keep things safe. Dave, you are missed, I still pray for you, John and both your families. I will never forget you.

Sergeant Fabian Cota
Mesa Police Department
2007-01-03

To David's family members: He is a great friend and will be missed. Everyone on board our ship liked and respected him. His care and concern for others, and his humor were greatly appreciated. I'm sure he's fellowshipping with our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

David Estel
Former Shipmate- U.S. Navy
2006-11-08

David...Thinking of you on this anniversary day.. and every day..Miss you and love you,
Janey

Janey Goddard
Sister
2006-08-31

Brother Gabrielli,

May the road rise up to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And the rains fall soft upon your fields,
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Respectfully,
You’re Brothers in Blue

Untouchables LE Motorcycle Club

2006-01-19

Although we met, I was to young to remember. Dad and Grandma spoke of you often. Am proud to share the same name with you. Your cousin, David Gabrielli

David B Gabrielli

2005-11-16

Every time I hear "The Dance" I think of you and John. I was there and can't forget. You influence me every day. Keep us safe now as our guardian angel.

Narcotics Sergeant
AZDPS
2005-11-08

Dave

You are a true hero in my mind. I serve in your memory. You are not forgotten. I wish we could have met.

Your cousin
Steven J. Gabrielli

Deputy Steven Gabrielli
Pinellas County Sheriff's Department
2004-07-21

Officer Gabrielli ... you are most certainly not forgotten ... Rest easy BLUE ANGEL.

Anonymous

2003-11-11