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Photograph: Police Officer Eric Cecil Barker Sr.
Patch image: DeKalb County Police Department, Georgia

Police Officer Eric Cecil Barker Sr.
DeKalb County Police Department
Georgia
Wednesday, January 16, 2008

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Officer Barker,

I am riding in the Police Unity Tour 2009. My ride is dedicated to you, your service, your memory, your family and your agency.

Rest in peace.

Heroes live forever!

Lt. Scott Burke
Portsmouth Police Department - Police Unity Tour Chapter IV

2009-05-07


Eric,

I was telling someone about the first day we met down at Background and Recruiting. We were all there for our first day as Cadets. Your memory and the thought of you running up to the door with a breakfast from McDonald's....late..... still brings a smile to my face.

Rest in Peace. You're in my prayers.

MPO M.O. Miller #1163
Dekalb County Police

2009-04-04


When I heard about the tragedy of this young officer it broke my heart. My deepest condolences to his family. May his soul rest in peace.

Concerned Citizen Dallas, TX

2009-04-04


God bless, Officer. Rest in peace, your duty is done. Your loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers.

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks EOW 9-20-08

K.L.

2009-02-27


Forgive me for missing the anniversary of your E.O.W., but I felt as though I could not continue to read about so many tragedies. I now realize the visit each day to leave a word of encouragement and hope to the loved ones of others, helps me to remember that I am not alone with my pain and heartbreak. So may I say to your friends and loved ones that my thoughts and prayers are with them now and always. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol and may they know you will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

2009-02-18


Its been a year and month since you and Ricky were taken from us. Both of you are still missed and never forgotten.

Officer JM Ware
Johns Creek PD (Former DKPD)

2009-02-16


Eric

It was one year ago today, we learned of the horrible loss Dekalb County PD, yours and Ricky's family, and community experienced. We recognized you and Ricky at our Candle Vigil this past December. In fact four of your Honor Guard came up to help us honor the two of you. We will never forget you.

Ellen Guerdat
Gates Police Victim Assistance
President Genesee Valley Concerns of Police Survivors

Ellen Guerdat
Gates Police Victim Assistance/President GV COPS

2009-01-16


It was a year ago that we lost you. You were a good friend and territory partner. You taught me alot in the time I knew you. You will always be remembered.

MPO M.L. Williams
Dekalb County Police Department

2009-01-15


We continue to have you and your colleague, Officer Ricky Bryant and both your families in our prayers. I often think of that terrible day almost a year ago and pray for continued peace and healing for your family in the tremendous loss they have suffered. There are no words deep enough to express our gratitude for the service you gave to this community.

Carolyn Henry Rader
Dekalb County resident

2008-12-30


Almost one year since that terrible day. My brother in blue, continue to walk Heaven's beat. Your family, friends, and co-workers with the Deklab County Police Department are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Sr. Officer D. Johns
City of Sandy Springs Police, GA

2008-12-22


Eric

I think about you, Ricky, and Step often. You're all missed, in my prayers and in the prayers of my little daughters.

Rest in Peace....God Speed in your new journey.

Your fellow officer and classmate.

M.O.

MPO M.O. Miller #2263
Dekalb County PD - Uniform/Center/Morning

2008-11-29


May God be continue to be with this family as you adjust to life without your loved you. May your hearts continue to be filled with peace that comes from God. God bless you.

Cleveland, OH

2008-11-15


Wow its hard to believe that in just a few months it will be 1 year since the end of your watch, I was one of the first From Atlanta P.D to respond to the 63 that went up went you and your partner went down... I never did get to meet you but your still a brother in blue..... Rest in peace and may God bless your family.

Officer D.Villedrouin
Atlanta Police Department

2008-11-05


To Officer Eric Barker and his loved ones:

On behalf of our family, we extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Eric and his fellow officer Ricky Bryant were tragically killed.

Eric, please know that your memory is honored and revered today. 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, Officer Barker. I am so humbled by your valor and courage.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Eric gave to his community and the citizens of Georgia, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on January 16, 2008.

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

Anonymous

2008-09-28


To those who loved Officer Barker, my heart goes to you all, especially to his fiancee. Know that you're not alone in this journey you walk. I lost my fiance in the line of duty January 2003 and my world was forever changed. Even as time as gone forward, and I've found many reasons and ways to smile, I still have not forgotten the man that he was. Dennis was a beautiful person and he forever has a part of my heart, just as I'm sure Eric will always be a part of yours.

It takes a special person to put their lives on the line everyday to make this world a little safer for us all. I know many of these men never would've thought of themselves as "heroes" but they were in so many ways. It's sad that it they had to lose their lives for some of us to see that. Having said that, thank you Officer Barker for helping to make this world a better place. You will not be forgotten here in Winnipeg. I know this isn't a very manly thing to do, but if you happen to run into Dennis up there, please give him a big hug for the kids and I. We miss him more than words can say.

Wishing those who loved you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee to Deputy Dennis Ray McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

2008-07-09


Happy Fourth of July Officer Barker .......I hope that you, Officer Bryant Jr. , and Detective Stephnowski are ok .....

Thank You.

Tommy Moody Jr.
plaza security LLC.

2008-07-04


Officer Barker, I never got the honor to meet you but from what I have read and heard of you , you are a leader , the ideal father, son , and brother.........You are a true hero, and of course a perfect example of a proactive law enforcement official, a leader, and role model ...You will never be forgotten, It hurts me every time i think of losing you and Officer Bryant Jr...I don't cry as much now knowing that you are still protecting and patrolling the streets of Dekalb County in spirit ......forever.

Thank You , Officer Barker

Tommy Moody Jr.
plaza security

2008-07-01


Officer Barker, I never got the honor to meet you but from what I have read and heard of you , you are a leader , the ideal father, son , and brother.........You are a true hero, and of course a perfect example of a proactive law enforcement official, a leader, and role model ...You will never be forgotten, It hurts me every time i think of losing you and Officer Bryant Jr...I don't cry as much now knowing that you are still protecting and patrolling the streets of Dekalb County in spirit ......forever.

Thank You , Officer Barker

Tommy Moody Jr.
plaza security

2008-07-01


Eric I speak for the fellow men and women who served with you at the Dekalb County Police Department-South Precinct-Evening Watch. Your sense of humor, strong values, inherent wisdom, dilligent work ethics, presence as a fellow officer and true friend will be deeply missed. Over the last four years that we have worked with you....you have shown us how to be a fair, respectful, and aggressive officer. More importantly you were a great friend who would give the shirt off your back to help others in need. Eric you lived a exemplary life and left behind a legacy that most would only dream of by your faith in God, commitment to your family and duties as a Police Officer and in the Armed Forces. You served well....may you rest in peace.

M.P.O. A.E. Hardaway #2482
Dekalb Co. Police

2008-06-22


Eric,

I think about you often. You and your family are in my prayers.

M.O.

MPO M.O. Miller #2263
DKPD - classmate in the 66th

2008-06-15


I still can't believe you're gone. You always made us laugh in the 66th academy. We hated to see you leave us for Afghanistan. Most of us cried. You still managed to crack a joke at your farewell and make us all laugh. You could find a way to make people laugh in just about any situation. The department lost a great officer, but we all lost an even greater person.

DKPD Friend
DeKalb County Police

2008-06-08


We will always remember Officer Eric Barker, and honor his name and his service. In his memory, we will never give up the fight against the vermin that infest our communities. But for those who brought down our brother, "The face of the LORD is against those who do evil, to cut off the memory of them from the earth." (Psalm 34:16)

Rest in Peace Officer Barker.

Deputy Jason O'Toole
Rockdale County Sheriff's Office

2008-05-09


To the friends and family of Officer Barker I offer you my condolences. I'm sure Officer Barker was a great man, soldier and police officer. A rare breed amongst men to serve his country and then serve his community. I'm from Miami, FL where to many brothers in blue have fallen in recent months. Watch over all the soldiers and police officers from your place in Heaven. We'll keep up the good fight!

Sgt. Brandon Bestard
Team Leader/ US ARMY

2008-04-08


As a former Police officer facing daily danger, I know the type of man your Eric Barker was. A decent citizen duly appointed to serve his community. I'm disabled, though not from anything I faced during my Police service.
This man with whom I'm proud to have two connections with:

1. Police officer.
2. His Name which we share.

May the Police Service there help and assist his family. May they in due time, know that he did not die in vain. He was a man trying in his own way to create a safe place for his community to live in. I pray His family are supported in their loss.

God go with you Eric, I pray too for your family. May they find comfort in their grief. God Bless them and those who look after them.

Eric Barker PC (Retired) Served in England UK.

Police Constable Retired
UK

2008-04-05


"We Remember the Officers"
We remember the officers who changed our lives,
The men and woman who protected us day and night,
People who respect for their dedication to the cause,
For when faced with danger, they never even pause.

We remember the officers who always stood true,
Whatever the color of uniform, brown gray or blue,
With pride and integrity they say "To serve and protect",
For the giving of their life, we offer our respect.

We remember the officers who we never really knew,
Persons strong enough to answer the challenge are few,
With heavy hearts we mourn the officers in eternal rest,
There's more to these people than the badge on their chest.

Corporal Napleon Brewer
Clarksdale, MS Police Department

2008-04-01


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