Sergeant Gary Wayne Henderson Shelbyville Police Department Indiana Wednesday, October 10, 2007  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 92 of 93 of 94 of 95 of 96 of 97 of 98 of 99 of 9

Hey Dad,
Bennett and I were in the report writing room tonight talking about how we carried the shift and took 16 calls tonight! I couldn't help but think about you limping through the kitchen, holding your back with that silly smile, telling how "oohhh, my back hurts, I carried the shift tonight!" Everyday I hope you're proud of the job I do, and how I try to treat people the way you taught me. The greatest compliment I ever receive is always - "I knew your Dad, he was a great man, and you're following right in his footsteps." We still talk about the back brace sometimes, and Capt. Weidner constantly reminds me that he saved my life on several occassions when the 2 of you talked about me. It's been 2 years, and not a day, a shift, a football game, a song, my puppy...nothing - that doesn't make me think of you. The golf benefit was amazing this year. So many people came out in your memory! I realize more and more everytime someone talks to me about you how lucky I am to have had 27 years with a Dad like you! Please keep all the guys safe, and help me be the best I can be!

Your Son,
Kyle - #136

Kyle Henderon, Patrol
Son / Shelbyville Police Dept. #136
2009-11-22

To Sgt. Gary Wayne Henderson, his family and his fellow officers with the Shelbyville Police Department:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Sgt. Henderson’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Sgt. Henderson and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
2009-10-10

Rest in Peace Gary

Deputy Randy Bennett
Henry County Sheriff's Dept. (Indiana)
2009-10-10

Not a day goes by that we don't think of you, Gary Wayne. Know that we will all gather Saturday in your memory and to celebrate your life. You will live forever through Karen and Kyle and your entire family. We love you always.

Gena Bennett
Shelbyville PD/Niece
2009-10-06

Gary, thank you for your service to the citizens of Shelby County. Please guide us while we build the Fallen Officer Memorial Garden in your honor. Please help it become a sacred place of peace for your family and the citizens of Shelby County. God Bless you and yours.

Theresa Nolley
President FOP Auxiliary Shelby Lodge #84
2009-10-01

Happy Birthday Gary Wayne, we miss you just as much today as we did October 11th. You're always on our minds. Love ya.

Gena Bennett
Shelbyville PD/niece
2009-06-24

Missed you at the holidays again...miss you everyday. Your tragedy has effected so many of us - especially my sister. I can't tell you the times she's told me that she misses her Gary Wayne. It still doesn't seem real. You left us so quickly, so tragically, so unselfishly.

Sharon
Sister-in-law
2009-01-11

Missed you at the holidays again...miss you everyday. Your tragedy has effected so many of us - especially my sister. I can't tell you the times she's told me that she misses her Gary Wayne. It still doesn't seem real. You left us so quickly, so tragically, so unselfishly.

Sharon
Sister-in-law
2009-01-11

Not a day goes by that you don't cross my mind. You were the funniest and best man that I've ever met, and you have etched memories that will never be forgotten.
You are forever missed.

Jenni Russell
Friend
2008-12-10

To Sgt. Gary Henderson and and his loved ones:

On this the third anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today. Rest in Peace, Sgt. Henderson. I am praying for solace for your family today and each day of their journey as survivors. I know you must be proud that your son Kyle is following in your footsteps and pursuing a career in law enforcement, and that he is looking after his mom.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Sgt. Henderson gave to his community and the citizens of Indiana, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on October 10, 2007.

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

2008-10-10

Rest easy brother, on this the anniversary of your final shift. You will not be forgotten.

Captain Keith A. Mumford
Marion County Sheriff's Department / Wishard Health Services
2008-10-10

My thoughts go out ot all of your loved ones today. Keep watch over them and those still out on patrol guarding over the Thin Blue Line. I wish you could have enjoyed a little retirement time as you deserved it after such a long career. Thankyou for you dedicated service to law enforcement. You will always be remembered.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
2008-10-10

Happy Birthday Gary! June 24th, 2008

Gena Bennett
Niece
2008-06-24

It's hard to believe it has been almost 8 months since Gary's accident. Just wanted to stop by and say thank you to everyone who showed their support in Washington D.C. To all the officers who helped take care of us and voluntarily helped out in any way they could. Gary-I wish you could see Kyle now you would be so proud of him. I miss hearing your smart remarks when I'm dispatching!! I love you!

Gena Bennett

2008-05-25

I am a member of the Police Unity Tour Chapter VIII from Florida. I have been awarded the honor or wearing the bracelet bearing Sergeant Henderson's name this year for the tour. I hope to meet the family at the candlelight vigil, after the service. I will keep your family in my prayers for some measure of peace and healing in these trying times.

Captain Sandra K. Reed
Pasco Sheriff's Office, New Port Richey, Fl.
2008-04-07

Gary,

I do miss our conversations we had at shift change and the many other ones we had when we met on calls. You always had a way about you and the way you explained things to people and fellow officers to where they knew they were the ones you were focused on. I will never forget the night I received the page about your leaving us to take up a position with God's Police Force. I will never forget you or our conversations. I now have a second "co-pilot" besides God in my patrol car...you. Your memorial pin will always stay in my patrol car and I look to it often and hear your voice as if we were talking or as if you were talking over the radio to fellow officers or dispatch. Rest Well Hero...We Will Take Over Your Watch...

Semper Fi

Mac

Patrolman Dan "Mac" McCarty 262
Shelbyville Police Department
2008-01-26

It's been 3 months today, your memory is not forgotten

Shelbyville resident

2008-01-10

Rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer

2007-11-21

"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
2007-11-12

Sgt. Henderson,

I grew up in Connersville Indiana so I always had to play against those hard hitting Shelbyville boys in H.S. football. Just from reading the reflections from your men it shows what a positive impact you had on them, making them and molding them into leaders. Thanks for being the Warrior Sergeant that you were and thank you for so many years of service, protecting and serving the citizens of Shelbyville Indiana. This life is but a blink of an eye, the real life begins in heaven. I hope to see you there someday.

May God bless your family, your fellow officers and the citizens of Shelbyville Indiana they have lost a true friend.

Darron Sparks
Anderson Indiana Police Dept.
2007-11-12

Sgt. Henderson

You have paid the ultimate sacrifice for your community, state, and county. You are a hero and inspiration to others. Rest easy now in Heaven above as we will carry on down here. The thin line line keeps getting thinner; Rest in Peace.

Douglas W. Bennett
Juvenile Probation Officer Ky Dept of Juvenile Justice
2007-11-09

Gary,

This is so hard to do. I just wanted you to know how much you are loved and how much you are missed! Even though I live in VA and we didn't see each other as much as I would have liked you still tried to watch out for me. Thanks for all the memories of our growing up years together. Now I won't have anyone looking up my records to see if I've gotten any tickets lately and telling on me! I lovw you. Things will never be the same.
Jeanne
your sister.

Jeanne
sister
2007-11-03

The highest of distinctions is service to others. -King George VI

Sergeant Henderson -- Your dedication to the good of your community will not be forgotten.

To all those touched by the loss of Sergeant Henderson -- Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association
2007-11-02

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Everytime I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Sergeant Henderson, especially to his wife. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Gary, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Gary's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Gary's life was about so much more than the way he died. Gary will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Sergeant Henderson, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been almost five years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Surviving Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)
2007-10-28

Sergeant Henderson's wife, son, parents and three sisters are in my thoughts and prayers. All those years of service should never be forgotten!

Chaplain
White County Sheriff's Department, Arkansas
2007-10-25