Trooper Hardy Merle Godbold South Carolina Highway Patrol South Carolina Friday, February 28, 1992  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

May you rest in peace, Sir! Yo are not forgotten.

Police Officer

2009-09-27

Trooper Godbold your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now Trooper...May you now rest in peace and my god look over your family and friends in their time of need.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee
2009-09-25

Gone, but never forgotten, Rest easy now my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is over.......

Sgt. John L Gulledge(Ret.)
Escambia Co. Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.
2009-09-24

My sincerest sympathy to the family and friends of Trooper Hardy Godbold as well as to the South Carolina Highway Patrol. Rest in peace Trooper Godbold, you are gone but will not be forgotten...

Dispatcher Sue Rusch
Punta Gorda PD, Punta Gorda FL
2009-09-24

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.

Deputy J.D.Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriff's Office
2009-09-21

My heart and prayers go out to the family and friends of Trooper Hardy Merle Godbold of the SC Hwy Patrol, South Carolina. May God comfort your family and friends at this grevious of times. Rest In Eternal Peace.

Margaret Hood
Citizen Watch
2009-09-21

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are as bold as a lion.
Proverbs 28:1

God bless you and all who mourn you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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

K.L.

2009-02-28

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 17th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

To his loved ones: I share your anquish in losing a beloved family member which I believe is life's greatest sorrow. Time never diminishes love. You are in my heart's embrace today. May God grant you solace.

Rest In Peace. Trooper Godbold. You are so handsome in your picture. I am sorry you were robbed of your life at such a young age.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
2009-02-28

Trooper Godbold your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May you rest in peace

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee
2008-05-23

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE AND DEDICATION

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
2008-02-21

"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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-11-16

Daddy you are truly missed by me and Erin. I wish you could still be here but I know I'll see you again someday. I miss our special times together. I know that you would be proud of what we have done with the ride and donations! I love you!

Amanda Godbold
daughter
2007-08-22

You have not been forgotten...but I know you are in a better place. You are watching over all of your officers down here and your family. We all love you always.

Gayle Godbold Pitts
Widow
2007-07-17

G-d Bless.

2007-02-28

It has been almost 15 yrs since your EOW but still not forgotten. Although you are not here in person you are in spirit. Continue to watch over your fellow officers and keep them safe from harm.
Michigan leo wife

2007-02-14

Merle was a true friend of mine. There was no better man than him. He loved go kart racing and we did it together, him, me and his brother Jimmy. I really miss those days and wish we could go back. Merle was so happy when he got the trooper job and loved his place and his Mustang. He was just proud to be an SC Trooper. God bless him and his family.
Russell Elliott

2006-03-22

God bless your family!

Brian & Dorothy (Godbold) Zelley, Canada

Brian

2005-02-24

You are a true hero who made the ultimate sacrifice. May the memory of your service, heroism and sacrifice remain forever. May God bless you, your family and brother/sister officers.

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police
2004-07-01

MY BROTHER, MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. MAY GOD BLESS THOSE WHO ARE CARRYING ON WITH THIER LIVES SINCE LOSING YOU. YOU SERVED WELL.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.
2004-02-28

It may have been Twelve Years ago since your passing from us here on Earth. I Know in my Heart there is a Better Place then Earth.
Many of us have yet to meet you, On that Beat so far away.
Someday we will all understand about life, about Death, And about Faith.
For now, We need to all Reach out and Hold each other up. For today and The Tomorrows.
Merry Christmas to your Family on Earth and In Heaven.
To All The Men and women in Blue or what ever Color you may Wear to serve us the people everywhere.
Thank You All For Your Dedication and Stay Safe and Happy New Year 2004.

To Your Wonderful Wife and Children.
God will fill those empty days and Nights with Joy and Laughter cause He Is still with us all.

God Bless You and This World We All Live In.
Let There Be Peace.

Sunshine
Michigan
2003-12-28

SEMPER FI GOD BLESS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA. YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN


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Anonymous

2003-09-11