Deputy Sheriff Jeffrey Carl Brown Cochise County Sheriff's Department Arizona Monday, September 26, 1983  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

To Deputy Jeffrey Carl Brown and his loved ones:

On this the 26th anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.

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, Jeffrey. I am so humbled by your valor and courage.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Jeffrey gave to his community and the citizens of Arizona, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on September 26, 1983.

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

Anonymous

2009-09-26

You were a great officer that I had the privilege to work with. Bless you Jeffrey.

Deputy Sheriff Retired
Cochise County
2008-10-07

Jeff:

It's hard to believe that so many years have gone by since you left us. It was priviledge and honor to work with you, especially on those long graveyard shifts. Rest in Peace and know you are not forgotten.

Bureau Chief R. W. Rothrock
Cochise Co. (AZ) Sheriff's Office
2008-01-04

"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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-11-14

Jeff,
I was also a police explorer during this time and I remember
how kind of a person you were... especially to a "kid" that
was looking to get into law enforcement. I didnt know you... but I was at the high school the day this all happened. I think you for the service.

R BOWEN
CITY OF COLORADO SPRINGS
2007-10-19

Jeff,
I was a Police Explorer when this occurred and remember it like yesterday. We were all releived when we thought you had recovered, only to find out the nightmare was not yet over. I thankyou for letting me get to know you and the joking around we did at your parent's feed store. The ride-alongs were great. I've carried the things I learned from you with me and hope it made me a better officer. You made all of us around you, very proud.

Your freind, Chris

Officer J.C. Drummond
Az Dept. of Public Safety
2007-10-01

Jeff, it was so long ago yet I will always remember you and all you taught me. I am proud to call you friend and will look for you in the next life. You were a good officer and a great man, well loved by the community. You have never been forgotten.
With love and respect ...
JJ

COYOTESINGS
FRIEND
2007-09-21

Rest in Peace, Deputy Sheriff Brown. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

2007-03-14

It was an honor to know you, a priveledge to call you a friend, and your community values your ultimate sacrifice.

Director Craig Emanuel
Scottsdale Community College
2006-04-07

your memory will never be forgotten. rest in peace, brother.

Jason Geeck

2005-11-07

Jeff, I didnt know you howevr you gave the ultimate sacrifice for your community. Today we honored your memory and your mother.
Rest in peace

2005-05-18