Family, Friends, and All Others Remember . . .

Photograph: Trooper II Francis J. Bellaran

Patch image: New Jersey State Police, New Jersey

Trooper II Francis J. Bellaran
New Jersey State Police
New Jersey
Thursday, May 23, 1996

Rest easy sir. May God continue to watch over your family and friends.

Heather
Ross County Ohio Deputy Sheriff
2009-03-24

Rest in peace my Brother.

Kevin T Ryan
NJ
2008-05-23

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
2007-12-12

It has been more than 15 years since we worked together on the Garden State Parkway. It was a pleasure working with you. You will always be remembered. Rest in peace my friend.

DSG Brian L. Royster
New Jersey State Police
2007-07-14

Never forgotten my friend.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police
2007-05-23

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Trooper Bellaran on the anniversary of his passing. Thanks for your service and dedication. Rest in peace. Heros are never forgotten.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia
2007-05-23

G-d Bless you and your loved ones.

2007-05-23

For 11 years now you have watched over your fellow Troopers from up above. Thank you for your service and protection. Rest easy Troop.

Trooper
Florida Highway Patrol
2007-05-23

Bud,

You cherished life so much... you were the one person that had an amazing awareness about it...You also held a certain insight about your own time... you had it all... the beautiful wife, great kids, home in “Mayberry”, neighbors and family that cared about you, cars, the beach, hobbies, interests, a job you truly loved, friends that cared...I could go on...something I was proud to be part of... Everything you did, you did with zest... there were no short cuts in life... you did it so easily that from the outside it looked effortless..."thanks mo", for all your guidance then and now...

Sgt. K. Jones #5715
NJSP - Cousin
2006-10-06

God Bless you Trooper Bellaran, You will never be forgotten. Thank you for your hard work and dedication and sacrifice. You and your family will be remembered in my daily Prayers God Bless you as you now rest in Gods Love and Peace.
Respectfully,
Kathi Halligan Phila. Pa. wife and mom of LEO

2005-12-17

May God continue to watch over you and your children Mrs. Bellaran. Brother, your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Special Agent
FBI New York
2005-02-21

Rest in peace. We are so proud of your dedication and love to serve your fellow citizens.

You are not forgotten, nor are your families who endure the pain of loss for years to come. There is no "closure" for those you left behind.

Lois Rao
Surviving Mother of
SCHP Senior Trooper Michael J. Rao
EOW June 12, 2002

2005-01-05

Honor, Duty, Fidelity.........

May God watch over you and continue to watch over us all..

Anonymous

2004-01-11

Dear Bud:

Your life was not lost lost in vain. All of us realize that police pursuits are risky business, and constantly come under heavy scrutiny. Rest assured, your valiant efforts on that day, May 23, will NEVER be forgotten!

Someday, your courageuos actions will be honored....not debated! You were in the performance of your duties, pursuing a felon! God bless you, and your family!!

I would have done just as you....105th class...rg

Anonymous

2003-12-16

Thank you for keeping our highways safe, I'll always remember that troopers like you have paid such a high price while I travel on them. I own a New Jersey State Police patch along with my patch collection, and won't forget that you made it what it stands for. God bless this hero's wife and children.

Pat
Baltimore, MD

We are deeply saddened about the loss of a brother.
We will pray for you and your family, Trooper Bellaran.
You will always be remembered..............

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

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