Trooper James Herbert Fulford Jr. Florida Highway Patrol Florida Saturday, February 1, 1992  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 22 of 2

Jimmy I have a computer, when we were little we had things that were much better
































Jimmy, I love and miss you every day, I am so proud of the way you lived your life. The people that you did so much for and all you gave to ,and you did it because of the love that God gave you and the love you had for our savior Jesus. Brother I pray every day for God to forgive me and help me understand. I should not be mad but I am, and I know you understand me sorry I am only human.Love till we are togeather again Half of me is gone with you






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Anonymous

2009-01-24

I was employed by the Gadsden County S.O. working in the Jail the day that this incident happened, I still remember the way the air left my body as I heard the news of Trooper Fulfords death. When they brought the suspects responsible for his death into our facility, it was a very chilling experience. I will never forget the way Sheriff Woodham spoke about this Trooper, it has left a life long effect on me. To the family of Trooper Fulford I say, may God watch over you and keep your family safe.

A.C. Beach Senior Officer
Department Of Justice ( Bureau Of Prisons )
2008-12-11

I went to school with the twins. Timmy was the tall mischevious one and Jimmy was the skinny baby-faced sweet one. He grew into a fine young man. I remember Mrs Fulford was a teacher in Greenville. If memory serves me correctly after 40 years, they called their grandmother Nanna. This boy wanted to be a law enforcement officer since he was in first grade, maybe before. I understand he was an asset to his agency and to my great home state of Florida. RIP, Jimmy. You did your time and you ended your watch doing what you were always meant to do. Sherri McHargue.

Sherri McHargue Cheng
school chums
2008-12-08

Thank God for Tropper James H. Fulford. I was a patient of KeithAnn's and a native of Jefferson County. As James looks down from Heaven he can truly say, "May the work I've done, speak for me."

May God Bless the Fulford Family and God Bless America

V. Conner-Farmer
Native - Jefferson County

Anonymous

2008-07-21

It's been over 4 years since I left my last reflection on your page. I am now closer than ever to becoming a law enforcement officer, and I know you are watching over me and guiding me along the path. Thank you and God Bless you.

Detention Deputy K. Johnson
Morgan County Sheriff's Office, AL
2008-04-01

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE, YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE

Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH
2008-01-28

"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
2007-12-12

Friends,,, I had the honor of going to junior college with Jimmy and to call him a friend. He drove a white Ford Fairlane and was proud of it. His dream was to be a Florida State Trooper. Folks, you could not have a better friend than JIMMY. Miss him we shall,,,,, but I can tell you one thing for sure,,, there is no speeding in Heaven as Officer Furlord is watching over the Lord's Highways.

We miss you Jimmy,,,,, mikel

Dr. Mikel Tuten, PharmD
Friend
2007-11-05

My thoughts and prayers are with Trooper Fulford's family, friends and co-workers. He sounded like a great guy!
I wish you peace. He paid the ultimate price however he is in a great place watching over everyone. Heros never die and are never forgotten. Thank you for your service Trooper Fulford. Rest in peace.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia
2007-04-29

"Hello Mamma!" I can still hear your voice and see your smile, Jimmy. I was 8 months expecting my and Trooper Mike Grissom's second child, Holly when we were transferred to Jefferson County in 1985. Strangely enough, the name Mike and I picked out for this child was Ashley Marie, but KeithAnn and Jimmy had a two year old named exactly that, so she became Holly. Mike and Jimmy instantly became best friends. They coached our sons, Will and James Herbert in t-ball and we enjoyed many cook-outs, special occasions and just "time together." They were our special friends. Mike and Jimmy had matching boats to take their boys fishing. It was only last year that Mike could sell his boat, some 13 years. I guess it was a way to keep a part of Jimmy close. Our Will was 12 when I told him the news of Jimmy's death. (James Herbert, Will's best friend was only 11)

In December 2005, FHP Recruit Will Grissom hand carried the memorial photo of Trooper Jimmy Fulford to the new FHP Academy's Memorial Wall. He said, "It was an honor." I think that Jimmy would have liked that.

James Herbert, Ashley and KeithAnn - we love you all and we still miss Jimmy. But all we have to do is close our eyes and listen and we who love him can still hear his voice and see his sweet smile. And we all know that because of Jesus, we will see him again.

Until we meet again Jimmy.

Annette Grissom
Trooper Mike Grissom's wife and Trooper Will Grissom's mother
2007-04-11

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Trooper Fulford and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice Trooper Fulford has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family and friends of Trooper Fulford, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Trooper Fulford is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

SA Thomas Doyle
FBI New York City
2007-03-09

Something led me to Jimmy's page here today. My husband is his cousin. All day today, I knew something was special.....it's been 15 years. Hard to believe. The children were very small when Jimmy died. Now, they are beautiful young people who contribute daily to the world they live in. I am sure Jimmy is proud....and yes, I am sure he knows how much we all miss him. We all love you, and miss you, Jimmy. Your legacy will always live.

Lori Davies

2007-02-01

I come to ODMP often to visit my husbands reflection page, but I also take time to visit other officers reflecton pages as well. Today I came across yours. Ironically, I work with brave men who put their life on the line every day regarding the situation you encountered. You were a brave hero Tpr. Fulford. Thank you for your service and dedication to public safety.

May you continue to keep watch over your family, friends, and co-workers from above...always.

Jennifer Aaron
Civilian with the MD St. Police/St. Fire Marshal Bomb Squad
2006-12-29

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends and all the members of the Florida Highway Patrol. We were made safer by his service and we all suffer their tragic loss. The family of Trooper Fulford deserves our appreciation and gratitude for their sacrifice. No greater love has a man than the will to give his life for another. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Trooper Fulford is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas Doyle
Cary Police Department, North Carolina
2006-06-10

Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. We are proud of you.

Sandi Parrott
Florida Highway Patrol
2006-02-04

It's not how Jimmy died that made him a Hero, it's how he lived!

"Blessed are the peacemekers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matt 5:7

"When God made Peace Officers*."

When the lord was creating Peace Officers, he was into his sixth day of
overtime when an angel appeared and said, "You're doing a lot of
fiddling around on this one."

And the Lord said, Have you read the spec on this order? A Peace
Officer has to be able to run five miles through alleys in the dark,
scale walls, enter homes the health inspector wouldn't touch, and not
wrinkle their uniform.

They have to be able to sit in an undercover car all day on a stakeout,
cover a homicide scene that night, canvass the neighborhood for
witnesses, and testify in court the next day.

They have to be in top physical condition at all times, running on
black coffee and half- eaten meals. And they have to have six pairs of
hands.

The angel shook her head slowly and said, "Six pairs of hands*.No
Way."

"It's not the hands that are causing me the problems," said the
Lord, "It's the three pairs of eyes an officer has to have."

That's on the standard model? asked the angel.

The Lord nodded. One pair that sees through a bulge in a pocket before
he asks, "May I see what's in there sir?" (When they already know
and wishes they had taken that accounting job.) Another pair here in the
side of their head for their partners' safety. And another pair of
eyes here in front that can look reassuringly at a bleeding victim and
say, " You'll be alright ma'am, when they know it isn't so."

"Lord," said the angel, touching his sleeve," rest and work
tomorrow."

"I can't," said the Lord, "I already have a model that can talk
a 250 pound drunk into a patrol car without incident and feed a family
of five on civil service paycheck."

The angel circled the model of the Peace Officer very slowly, "Can it
think?" she asked.

"You bet," said the Lord, "It can tell you elements of a hundred
crimes, recite Miranda warnings in it's sleep; detain, investigate,
search, and arrest a gang member on the street in less time than it
takes five judges to debate the legality of the stop*and still it keeps
it's sense of humor.

This officer also has phenomenal personal control. They can deal with
crime scenes painted in HELL, coax a confession from a child abuser,
comfort a murder victim's family' and then read in the daily paper
how Law Enforcement isn't sensitive to the rights of criminal
suspects.

Finally, the angel bent over and ran her finger across the cheek of the
Peace Officer. "There's a leak," she pronounced. "I told you
that you were trying to put too much into this model."

"That's not a leak," said the Lord, "It's a tear."

"What's the tear for?" asked the angel.

"It's for bottled-up emotions, for fallen comrades, for commitment
to that funny piece of cloth called the American flag, and for
justice."

"You're a genius," said the angel.

The Lord looked sober. "I didn't put it there," he said.


Anonymous

2006-01-28

I knew Trooper Fulford when I was attending FSU studying pre-med. I was a paramedic in Jefferson County and knew this family. I think and pray for them often as he was a remarkable man that left a huge impression on my life. Thank you Trooper Fulford You're greatly missed B. Murray (one of the twins)

Bruce H. Murray MD

2005-12-05

This was a extraordinary man, I was at the FHP academy with him. Jimmy you are missed every day. The bomb that he found was en route to a apt. complex where many Innocent people would have died but for Jimmy's action's

X-Trooper

2005-04-18

I served with Jimmy Fulford in Jefferson County Florida and knew his entire family. I remember Jimmy loving to hunt and was very successful at the sport. I also remember how much he loved his family and the fact that he was a devoute christian.

Jimmy, you have not been forgotten, nor will you. You are missed by all who knew you and you made all of lives brighter for having known you.

Trooper Darrell E. Burnham (RET)
Florida Highway Patrol
2005-04-09

I think of Jimmy every year at this time, and throughout the year as well. James Herbert III reminds me so much of his dad.

Kristy
Sister-in-law
2005-02-04

Over the past 13 years I have been reminded in some way every day of the extraordinary person that my "Father" was; whether it has come from an old story or a memory of my own, they all relate to the same thing. I hear new stories all the time and it is such an honor(one that I could never expalin with words) knowing that this man was my father. Even though he is not physically here to lead me away from wrong, I can promise with all my heart that when I do stray from right , something deep inside lets me know; and I know that its "Him":):) There are no words to express my appreciation to those who have prayed for our family over the years. If every officer today served his community the way he did we would live in a better world.

2005-02-04

I heard stories of Trooper Fulford helping stranded motorists on the Interstate. The help that he gave them went WAY beyond what one would expect. He was a God-fearing man and it was obvious from the way he lived his life. If he didn't go to heaven, none of us will. He made a difference in the lives of many while he was here. Thankyou Trooper Fulford.

State Trooper
Florida Highway Patrol
2004-04-28

Trooper Fulford was a fine man, citizen and trooper... died doing what he did best, protecting citizens of Jefferson County and the State of Florida... Since that tragic day that God has called you that your job was well done. Rest in peace Trooper. You're still greatly missed by the folks of Jefferson County and the Florida Highway Patrol

Lt. Jason S. Turner
Wakulla County Fire, Station #2
2004-03-22

Rest in peace troop, your watch is over, but ours continues. You are not forgotten.

Senior Trooper
Virginia State Police
2004-02-01

Gone but not forgotten. My wife and I think of you often, she was a friend of your family (Connie Seals Scott).

Capt. Dennis Ballek
FL Dept. of Corr.
2004-01-31