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Trooper Davis,
On today, the 8th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Tennessee. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

2009-03-17

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
2009-03-17

Daddy, your granddaughter arrived on May 24th, just 5 days short of your birthday. Derrek and I named her Kinley Nicole and she is beautiful. How I wish you were here to hold her! It's funny, after all these years I still cry every time I get on this site. So much has changed, yet it's still the same. I brought Angel back home a few months ago. I haven't rode her and probably won't. You were the only person she ever liked, although she is fond of Derrek because he gives her treats! There's so much I wish I could tell you. I'll give Kinley plenty of extra kisses for you! All my love, Heather

Heather Davis Dew
Daughter
2008-10-01

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
2008-04-09

~Never forgotten~ God Bless your family, friends and co-workers on the anniversary of your passing.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia
2008-03-17

I miss you so much Dad. As I go through life it is so hard not to be able to pick up the phone and talk to you. It's been almost 7 yrs and your memory is still as strong as ever in the hearts of the people who loved you so much. So much has happened since you've been gone. Marriage, paramedic school, pregnancy. I so wish you were here to be able to hold your granddaughter when she's born. I've only got 4 more months to go, maybe she'll be a week early and make her entrance on your birthday. I'll make sure she always knows what a wonderful, wonderful man her grandfather was. Love you!

Heather Davis Dew
Daughter
2008-02-03

"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
2008-01-30

J.R. it has been a long 6 years. I remember your kindness and willingness to help out a rookie officer. Your guidence and help when I started out in Law Enforcement has helped make me the officer I am today. Thank You for being there. Rest in peace my friend. Your watch is over we will take it from here. God bless you and your family.

Chief Jerry Sumerour
Burns Police Department / Friend
2007-10-24

John Robert Davis it's not a day I don't thank of you and Trp.Larkins. So full of life it's hard for me to understand but I dare not ask why. For GOD know best. I remember things we talk about and I'm try to do some of those things. I miss you "GRAY BEAR" my Friend.
METRO

TRP. Deadrick "METRO" Grimes
TN STATE TROOPER / FRIEND
2007-04-25

Another Good one Gone and it diminishes all of us!
Thank you for your many years of wonderful service!
Time has not diminished your sacrifice!
Lynn Kole
Washington State

2007-03-17

May your wonderful smile make Heaven even brighter.

2007-03-17

Six years may have passed but you have not been forgotten. You are a true hero and heroes never die. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those still out on patrol.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
2007-03-17

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE HERE AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE ON PATROL IN HEAVEN!!!!!

DISPATCHER GRETA M HUFF
KY STATE POLICE POST 13 HAZARD
2007-02-10

JohnRobert,

It's been 5 years,and still I wonder when you are going to come by to share a smile. I just wanted to let you know that since you've been gone I've gotten to know Heather so much better. She is an awsome young lady. I think she has finally found herself and her place in this world. I hope you don't mind that I have fallen in love with her. You would really like Dew, he seems like he's good to her.
Rest now my friend

Sandra Sanker
Friend
2006-09-25

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

a dispatcher

2006-09-09

Well Ole Buddy we had another Memorial Service yesterday. Sad but then again Happy times. The service was as usual very nice. Everyone shed some tears and hugs. We all then remembered the good times. That's all we can do now but we know you are in a better place where good times are always. We all think of you often and miss you and that grin everyday. I have your picture along with Trooper Todd Larkins hanging in my office and think of you both daily. Rest in Peace by brother.
Chip

Captain Chip Miller
Tennessee Highway Patrol
2006-05-19

John Robert you always were such a friend and it seems so strange going thru life without you there. I hope you know what a difference you made in so many lifes including mine. Rest in Peace dearest friend, you are greatly missed.

Pamela Henry Rogers
ClassMate & Friend
2006-05-18

The Dickson High School Class of 1970 remembered and honored John Robert at the 35th class reunion, held on 22OCT2005 in Dickson, TN. He is missed by his classmates. John Robert was an outstanding Trooper, father and friend.

Gay Choate Keilty
DHS Reunion Committee
2006-05-17

To Trooper John Robert Davis, his daughter Heather, and his loved ones:

On this the fifth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.

My heart goes out to your family. You’re in our thoughts and our prayers.


Trooper Davis, you rescued us, saved our lives and our families. You are one of the rare heroes among us. You were always there for us in the most traumatic moments of our lives. No matter when we called, we just expected that you would come and do whatever it took to help us, and you always met our expectations. Your selflessness and dedication are awe-inspiring.

This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Trooper John Robert Davis. I am humbled by your valor, courage, and dedication.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Trooper Davis gave to his community and the citizens of Tennessee, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 17, 2001.

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

2006-03-17

God bless you Trooper Davis for your service. You are still missed today.

Trooper
Tennessee Highway Patrol
2005-12-24

Thank you for your service and dedication. You are not forgotten. Rest in peace, sir!

dhs

2005-12-17

May you rest in peace now brother as your work on this earth as we know it is done. You are in Gods Care now Trooper Davis...May God Bless and be with your family.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee
2005-12-09

Daddy, it doesn't seem like it has been four years since you were taken from us. There are no words to express how much I miss you. Just a few weeks ago Todd Larkins, another great trooper, was laid to rest. I'm sure you two are patroling together up there in heaven with those unforgetable smiles on your faces. I love you, Dad.

Heather Davis Dew
Daughter of Trp. Davis
2005-08-04

John just wanted to say we miss you I still remember all the MVA's we worked together and all the fun we had. We laid to rest another great Trooper Wed. Todd Larkins Take care of up there. Till we meet again.

J.F. Gonzales Paramedic
Nashville Fire Department
2005-07-16

You were A great trooper. You have influenced us all. Till we meet again.

Cheif of Security, Ronald Goins

2005-04-14