Trooper James M. Froemsdorf Missouri State Highway Patrol Missouri Saturday, March 2, 1985  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

Trooper Froemsdorf,
On today, the 23rd anniversary of your murder, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Missouri. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. It took another 16 years, but your murderer finally got the justice that he deserved.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

2008-03-02

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE. THIS WRITER IS PLEASED THAT JUSTICE WAS APPROPRIATELY SERVED ON YOUR BEHALF.

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
2008-03-02

"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
2007-12-06

Trooper Froemsdorf,

Thank you for your sacrifice. Rest in peace.

Jim
Citizen
2007-09-17

I pass by MM 134 about every 2-3 months and have often wondered about the Froemsdorf Highway. I just read your story on the internet. May God Bless your family and they are in my prayers. Thanks for your Service to your country and to your state. Until that day.

KHC
former policeman
2007-04-13

I am thankful that the scumbag that killed this fine officer is no longer breathing air on this earth. Rest in peace Trooper Froemsdorf and thank you for your sacrifice.

Corporal Scott Wright
Mount Holly Police Dept. NC
2007-04-01

You are not forgotten. A few years ago I had the pleasure of listening to your wife speak during Victims Week at the Charleston Prison. I applauded her decision to speak out for victims and their families. She is a lady of strength and courage...your memorial still stands on the side of the interstate..each time I pass it I say a prayer for you and your family and give you a quick salute...Hats off to our men in blue and may GOD protect all of those that serve...GOD BLESS you and your family. Standing on his promise.

J. Lejeune MO State Probation and Parole
Wife of MO. State Trooper
2007-03-14

trooper,
ive heard the story of this incident and the investigation that followed it from other troopers who were there. the effort that went in to the investigation by your brothers should tell that you are loved, missed and will never be forgotton. thank you for your dedication and service, trooper. 17 years later, you are still missed.
godspeed;
10-42.

mm240
cpd
2007-03-02

On this, the 22nd anniversary of your ultimate sacrifice, I salute your bravery and dedication to your community. Your family, friends, colleagues and community all can rightfully be very proud of your dedication and I know they are. I am too. God Bless and rest easy brother, we have the watch from here.

Former State Trooper.

Chief J.A. Millan
NC Public Schools, Avery Dist. LEO
2007-03-02

even though you died before i was born i want you to know that your heroic efforts will not be forgotten... rest in peace uncle Jim

great niece
2006-10-05

Rest in peace Brother. May God Bless you and your family.

Patrolman

2006-08-01

Our condolences to you and your family. You and your sacriface are not forgotten. Rest In Peace Troop

A-SQUAD
W.P.D Woodbridge CT
2005-03-02

On the 20th anniversary of your death we remember your service to the citizens of the state of Missouri.
Know that we continue on in your memory.

Senior Trooper
Virginia State Police
2005-03-02

Rest easy troop ... you are not forgotten.

Andy

2004-01-11