 | Police Officer Eric Guy Kelly
Pittsburgh Police Department
Pennsylvania
Saturday, April 4, 2009 |
Dear Dad,
There is not one day that goes by that i don't think about what happened that morning but i just want you to know that your my hero and you will always be a hero i just wish that you were here to see how your heroic actions changed so many lives and to see how many people look up to you i just want you to know we love you and will always love you. Anonymous
2009-11-13
Eric, you are remembered today and everyday. I thank you brother for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, The pain of the loss will never be forgotten. God Bless you and your family.
Detective M. Marks
Pittsburgh Police Department Detective M. Marks
Pittsburgh Police Department
2009-10-28
Happy belated birthday Anonymous
2009-09-22
Always in our thoughts and prayers. We will never forget! Anonymous
2009-08-16
"It is not how they died, but how they lived" I appreciate your dedication to the job and someday we will meet in heaven. God Bless you and the other 2 brothers in blue that lost their lives on that dark day. For the family members and friends "God brought you to it and he WILL bring you through it" God Bless! Greer Patrolman
LPPD
2009-08-08
I want to offer my condolences to this truly dedicated Officer and his family. It's a shame to hear that another officer has paid the ultimate sacrifice. We protect our communities from harm but take the risk of not coming home. I appreciate the service you have given us.
(10-7) Officer Eric Guy Kelly " You Will Deeply Missed And Never Forgotten. Chief Jack F Harris
Phoenix Police Department
2009-07-30
Rest in peace my brother in blue. Thank you for your service. Reserve Deputy K. Edge
WCSO
2009-07-25
REST IN PEACE. PO ADAMS
NYPD 46 PCT
2009-07-19
Eric... Just when I was getting over this I receive the news about Trooper Joshua Miller. It just seems to never stop
You are missed P.O William Huhn
Pittsburgh PD
2009-06-08
To your fellow officers and families I pray that you all remain strong. I'm so sorry for your loss may you Rest In Peace! Senior Officer Specialist, Rodriguez
MDC BROOKLYN
2009-06-03
Hero! Thank you for your years of service and dedication to your community. May you rest in peace. We have your watch from here. You will never be forgotten. Police Officer
2009-06-03
Eric, my friend,
Your heroic actions that morning will echo throughout eternity. My heart is broken. There is a hole there that will never be replaced until I rejoice with you in heaven. You gave your life so that others may live and I cannot wait to see you again and thank you. You are my hero. Sergeant Sean Duffy
Pittsburgh Police
2009-05-21
To all three of you who lost your lives,
Your courage and sacrifice will not be forgotten ian
cop
2009-05-10
Amazing heroism was showed by Officer Kelly. He will always be remembered as a hero. God Bless you and all your family and friends. My deepest sympathy goes to all. God Bless you again. Cadet N.S.
Escondido Police Department
2009-05-06
My deepest sympathy for your family and friends you leave behind. We, Military Police and Civilian Police Officers do what we do to protect and serve. It is very unfortunate that we lose great people like these three fine Officers. They, like any other person who wears a badge, always serve with pride. Again, my condolences to all involved in this tragidy MA1 Dee Pastor
U.S. Navy (Retired)
2009-04-30
My heartfelt sympathy to Police Officer Eric Kelly family and friends and to the Pittsburgh Police Department.
Robert Wigton #9516
Patrolman
San Antonio Park,TX. Patrolman Robert Wigton #9516
San Antonio Park Police
2009-04-30
I was sadden to hear the news of these fine men that lost thier lives in the line of duty... my prayers are with the families and friends.
On behalf your brother in Salem, Ohio - Rest in peace bro. Officer Dan Means
Salem Auxiliary Police, Ohio
2009-04-25
A True Hero who could have just gone home, but also was able to advise other officers about the suspect and the scene, good work my brother, you can rest now, we will take it from here.
May the suspect go to hell Insp. Richard Alves
San Francisco Police Dept.
2009-04-24
Our deepest sympathy to the family, friends, and co-workers of Officer Kelly. We understand your loss and you are in our prayers. Have faith in the lord, rely on the prayers of others, and you will find the strength you need. Stacy Pokorny and Family
2009-04-21
Dear Officer Kelly,
I cannot believe this has happened to you and two of your fellow officers. For you and for your family as well as the other two officers and their families, hope that justice is served to the one responsible. You, Officer Kelly, eventhough I never met you ( and I would have been glad to have met you! ) , are an inspiration to me to never back down when it's my turn be in the same situation, yes I am trying to become a Police Officer. And a fraction of the great officer YOU were, if I am lucky.
With %100 respect and thoughts for you and your family,
Josh Holcomb
Civilian Josh Holcomb, Civilian
None
2009-04-21
Officer Kelly,
Sir I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice to your fellow Officers and the citizens of Pittsburgh. You are a true hero-off duty and on your way home-you didn't have to go, but you did-that says it all about the type of officer and person you are. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
R.I.P.
USBP Anonymous
2009-04-20
My thoughts and prayers are with those friends and family members that are left behind and cannot follow. Rest in peace my brother in blue...we will take it from here. PFC Adam F Laser
Westminster City Police Department
2009-04-19
Officer Kelly was unselfish by giving his life to try to save the other officers, I am truly inspired by his actions and though I never knew him, believe he is one of the bravest officers I have ever heard of. God be with his family. Detective Jeff Peach
Smyrna Tn Police
2009-04-18
We know the ultimate price some are asked to pay.
We know it could be us,and yet we wear the badge another day.
We rush head long toward danger, without a second thought.
We fight, protecting freedoms those before us bought.
Each and every time, we hear another hero's down,
we stand with pride and honor, as they place him in the ground.
We hear the bag pipes blowing, salute the flags they fold.
As the heroes go to heaven to patrol the streets of gold.
Why do we keep on fighting with the dangers in the field?
Some say it's a calling, some the spirit of the shield.
By Tate Ledford
RIP Brother Sgt. Tate Ledford
Cobb County Police, Ga
2009-04-17
You're a Policeman
Dedicated to the Officers of the Pittsburgh Police Department.
When the hours seem long and the going, rough
When the pay seems small and the criminals, tough
Just square your shoulders and call their bluff
Let them be the ones to cry, Enough
You're a Policeman.
When the public scoffs and the papers rave
And blame you alone for a new crime wave
They'll change quick enough when there're lives to save
For deep in their hearts they count you brave
You're a Policeman.
When you bid your loved ones goodbye each day
Don't be too sure you've the harder way
You shoot it out with the crook at bay
They're the ones who sit a home and pray
You're a Policeman.
When you get back home dog tired at night
And wonder if life's really worth the fight
Your cares will vanish and burdens seem light
If you've done your best and your conscience's right
You're a Policeman.
When promotion comes, as it surely will,
If you do your job an dare loyal still
Don't forget soon in your new found thrill
Those others who are plodding up the hill
You're a Policeman.
When you leave at last this worldly din
And seek, like mortals, Paradise to win
Saint Peter, I trust, will o'erlook ev'ry sin
And say, Well done, my boy, come right in.
You're a Policeman.
On behalf of the members of the Tampa Police Department, we send our deepest condolences.
Officer Kelly's story will be told to police academies for years to come, as his act of bravery was a true inspiration. One can not learn courage and devoution to his fellow officer like that in any training class. It's something that either is there or not. His heroic actions to save his colleague's defined him as a person and as a police officer.
God Bless his family and the members of the Pittsburgh Police Department. Officer Shane Gadoury
Tampa Police Department, Fl
2009-04-16
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