Police Officer Paul Robert Salmon Phoenix Police Department Arizona Tuesday, November 29, 2005  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 82 of 83 of 84 of 85 of 86 of 87 of 88 of 8

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends at the end of the third year 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
2008-12-01

To the family of Paul Salmon,
We would just like to again send our heartfelt condolensces for your loss. Though we never had the chance to work with Paul, we heard nothing but wonderful things about him. We are continuing to patrol the streets of Phoenix with an angel watching over us daily.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and will be glad to see a marker honoring Paul Salmon!
Godpseed!
Two of your fellow Phoenix Police Officers
Phoenix Police

Phoenix Police Officer
Phoenix Police Department
2008-11-20

The picture of Paul is so fitting. It is that same smile that all of us remember when we think of the brief time Paul was with us. To his family thank you for sharing your brother, son, and loved one with us.

Officer Joseph Roberts
Phoenix Police Department
2008-11-19

Gods Police department received an outstanding and dedicated officer with your transfer to His department. We know you are with all our heroic and honorable brothers and sisters who have also paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving and protecting Gods children in our great city. Your excellence in your performance, your dignity in service, your honorable impact on our citizens and your integrity will serve as models for all who follow in our ranks. Jesus loves your great smile as odes all who knew you.
In Christ, Tom Bradley Arizona State Chaplain FOP

Tom Bradley, Retired
Phoenix AZ PD #456
2008-11-08

I know it's been a while since you left but I just now found the page for ya. Sad to see that you are gone you always brought so much joy and happiness to everyone that you came in contact with. You always had a joke or something silly to do to make someone laugh. Sad to know you're gone. Love ya man.

Kimberly Byrd
high school friend
2008-09-08

421k we'll cover it from here

Police Officer Anonymous
Phoenix PD 42k squad
2007-12-18

rest in peace hero

vandenberghe
nh
2007-11-29

Hi Paul

It's only been two years and seems like forever since you had to leave. You and your family will always be in my prayers. We will all see each other again.

Phoenix PD
2007-11-29

...you are remembered brother today and always.........thank you for sharing the thin blue with me........rest

off. val pickens
b'ham pd / b'ham , al
2007-11-29

It has been 2 years, but I never saw your page until tonite. What gleaming eyes and beaming smile! So
sad to think of the promise that your future held that you
will never experience on this earth. My heart goes out
to your families and fiancee. I just finished reading
It's All About Him by Denise Jackson. She shares how
the Lord Jesus helped her through many tragedies in
her life. We do desperately need Him and I hope you
can find comfort in a relationship with Him. God bless
you. Thank you for your zest for life and for serving, Paul. We really regret your sacrifice. But it really wasn't
in vain if others are alive because of you.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

2007-11-29

Hi Paul,
There isn't a day that goes by where I don't think of you :) Sometimes it is the most random ways...those are the best! It seems like I miss you more and more as time goes by. This is the hardest part of the year to go through. I love you and know that you are still here when we need you, just like you were before! Love you! XOXO

Danielle-Childhood Friend

2007-11-24

"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
2007-11-14

you will never be forgotten. another one of us just joined you. say hello to Ofc Cortez for me. he just followed you up there a couple days ago. keep watch over us.

Phoenix PD

2007-08-06

You Will Never Be Forgotten Paul. You Have Inspired Me To Become An Officer Myself And Plan On Attending The Academy Soon. I Know When I Make It Youll Be Riding With Me Buddy. Love Ya

Mike Hilbe
Friend Of Paul
2007-05-05

Rest easy, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officerd

2007-03-25

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

Officer 11169

2007-03-15

Merry Christmas to you and your family. I know it is hard for them during this time of year. I pray they are all remembering the happy times with you and creating new memories for themselves. Shine down on them brightly so they know you are with them.

Alissa Scott
Widow of Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

2006-12-25

Couldn't bring myself to do this yesterday...To the Salmon Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you today, as always. Know that Paul is not forgotten...

To class 400...I am sure you all know but you have an extra guardian angel up there...stay strong and stay safe.

Phoenix PD

2006-11-30

Officer Salmon

I just saw the news story of the little boy who received your heart. It is always such a miracle to see these stories. This one especially because this little boy knows he lives on with the “heart of a hero”. What a legacy!

You live on in so many ways in other’s hearts. I recently met your lovely mom and fiancé as they accepted an award in your honor. I could see the pain on their faces but also that loving glow as they spoke of you.
God bless you Paul and continue to watch over those who love and miss you…

Wife of Fallen Officer
Officer Rob Targosz E.O.W. 4-30-06

Brigitte Targosz

2006-11-29

Please know that your dedication and sacrifice are remembered and honored as the first anniversary of your tragic accident passes.
Rest in peace.

Linda Lamm - LEO wife and sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11.05.04
2006-11-29

Lord, please wrap Your Arms especially tightly around Offc.Salmon's loved ones today and in the future, that they may know Your love and comfort.

2006-11-29

It's been a year since you were taken from us and we still miss you as much as we did then. Please keep watch over your loved ones. We miss you!

Phoenix PD
2006-11-29

Although time passes we do not forget. Always remembering Paul, the great man he was and the ultimate sacrifice he made.

2006-11-27

To the family of Officer Salmon, we will never forget our brother Paul,not only because of his service but also because of the person he was.Words can't express what a wonderful person he was.May the Lord bring you peace in knowing that he is resting in heaven.
We miss and love you Paul
NEVER FORGET.

CLASS 400 ALEA

2006-11-09

ASCENSION

And if I go,
While you’re still here---
Know that I live on,
Vibrating to a different measure
--behind a thin veil you cannot see through.
You will not see me,
So you must have faith.
I wait for the time when we can soar together again,
--both aware of each other.
Until then, live your life to its fullest.
And when you need me,
Just whisper my name in your heart,
…I will be there.

By Colleen Corah Hitchcock

Paul is always with you, in your heart and in spirit. Talk to him, it’s OK.

Lisa Schultz
wife of Don Schultz E.O.W. 5-12-2004
2006-10-06