Trooper Manuel H. Fields Michigan State Police Michigan Saturday, August 27, 1994  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

Dear Manny,
It seems like every August is when I think of you most though you come to mind throughout the year. I guess that's why I'm here now.

We attended Wayne State University together. You were always such a good friend! I remember the one time we tried to turn us into something more but let's just say it was a failed, though nice attempt! LOL

I can still see you pulling up in your beat up car with your tight lipped smile the chipped tooth before you fixed it. We always had great laughs. You may be the only guy I've ever talked so much with on the phone.

I remember when you told me that you were in school to be a State Trooper and how fearful I was of that. I remember when you got married; I still have the 8 * 10 of your little girl you were so proud of.

I remember when one of our friends told me that you died. I had lost track of you. I didn't know. Then I recalled that I had heard it, but even then I told myself that it wasn't you. Not ever in my life had I ever blocked something out. Yet hearing that you died was more than I could take.

I am glad that you were my friend. I am happy that we shared our special moments. I am glad that I can say that I know for sure that you were a great man. I know your reasons for wanting to be a Trooper. You wanted to serve. You wanted to help people. I know you died doing what you love. You will always be my friend. You always be someone I will always love. You have and will always remain in my heart. I miss you and I love you.

Personal Friend

2009-08-16

Trooper Fields, we remember you on this 14 year anniversary of your LODD. Thank you for serving on the thin blue line, and please watch over those very special men and women who proudly serve with the MSP today. What a special family they are! Rest peacefully; you have not been forgotten.

Michigan citizen

2008-08-27

Manny you are my friend and my brother, There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of you. Love Ya

Ret Off. Medina
JPD
2008-07-06

"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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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-11-15

Thought she struck a deer? I've never had a deer stand by side my patrol car during a traffic stop. It is amazing the ridiculous excuses people will use to avoid responsibility. This woman ran down a good man and killed him and never stopped. I hope she got some time for this. North Carolina now has a move over law to help prevent just this kind of needless death. I'm more frightened by the way people drive when I'm out of the car than by any criminal out there. God Bless you Trooper Fields.

Sgt BK Henline
NCSHP
2007-08-27

Rest well, sir. Please watch over us and keep us safe.

Deputy
Michigan
2006-12-23

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

2006-06-09

May the Lord bless the family of Trooper Fields.

Trooper
MSP-Jackson
2006-04-05

Don't grieve for me for now I'm free,
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took His hand when I heard Him call,
I turned my back and left it all.

I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work, or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way,
I've found a peace at the close of the day.

If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah yes, these things I too will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow,
I wish you all the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I've savored so much,
Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.

Perhaps my time seemed all to brief,
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your hearts and share with me,
for God wanted me now, He set me free.

Semper Fidelis....(Always Faithful)

2004-12-14

Rest in peace, Trooper Fields. Remembering you on the 10th anniversary of your death in the line of duty. Gone, but not forgotten. Always in the hearts of those who knew and loved you. Your sacrifice is appreciated. Peace be with you.

Michigan Resident

2004-08-27

Brother, may God bless you and your family. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Special Agent
FBI New York
2004-02-05

Rest in peace Troop, you are not forgotten.

Andy

2003-11-30

Trooper Fields will be missed and remembered. My condolences to the family, friends and co-workers.

Sr. Trooper Keith Miller
Oregon State Police