Police Officer Robert Wayne Lee Houston Police Department Texas Sunday, January 31, 1971  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

May god bless you rest in peace

Anonymous

2008-09-11

"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
2008-02-13

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH
2008-01-22

It's hard to believe its been 36 years today. I still remember all you taught me. You never got to see your nephew Bobby, he was born 1 month after you left us. You knew he was to be named after you and I thing you would be proud of him, Denise & Kim remember you coming over and coloring and playing with them. You were a wonderful brother and uncle and a very special man to us all. I have a lot of special memories and I'm so proud to call you brother.

Carolyn

Sister
2007-01-31

Happy Birthday Uncle Bobby! I hope you and everyone there have a wonderful celebration!

Colleen

2006-12-21

Brother you are a true HERO. God Speed!!

Officer J.T.M.
APD
2006-11-14

Although my Uncle went to be with the Lord 14 months and 4 days before I came to be, my Uncle Bobby has forever played an active role in my life. Through the years my mother and others have spoke of him often. There has not been one family event where he has not been mentioned. Stories and memories that will live forever in me and that of which I am already passing down to my children, one of which I have named after my uncle. He loved his family, the people around him and being a police officer. He was a son, a brother, an uncle, a Marine, and a friend that could always be counted on. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. Uncle Bobby, you will forever be in my heart.

Carol Ann

Carol Ann
Niece
2006-09-19

I was just a little girl when my Uncle Bobby left my world. I remember him clearly and the influence he played in my life. My best memory of my Uncle was our snowcone and icey days. I could always count on when ever I saw him he would slip me away to 7-11 to treat me. He was so playful and always made me feel safe & important. I miss you everyday Uncle Bobby. I have always had great respect for you and admired your courage. As growing up Mama has never let us forget you and the man that you were. I'm proud to be your niece.

Ginny Kromer Matthews

2006-09-19

This is my Uncle Bobby. I was only a child when he left us, but he is still very much a part of my life. I am his oldest neice and I remember him spoiling me. He left his mark on me - I am a better person because of his love of family, integrity, sense of humor, and honor. I am so proud of him. I miss you so much. When I had a school speech to give about my heritage. Everyone told me "well, you have Cherokee, Irish, German", etc. Uncle Bobby took me in the back room and told me the best advice anyone could have given me - "You tell them that you are an American!" and I did. I have never forgotten that and I will never forget him.

2006-08-21

Officer Lee was my Grandmother's son, my mother's brother, my Uncle, and a good friend to many other people in and outside of the Houston Police Department. He helped name me on May 27, 1970 and past away on January 31, 1971. I love to hear all of the stories about my Uncle Bobby. He was a wonderful man and a brave Police Officer. He is missed by everyone who knew him. I love you Uncle Bobby.

Colleen

Colleen Kromer
Niece
2006-08-21

You are still remembered.

2006-05-20

Officer Lee,
On today, the 34th anniversary of your death, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Houston.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

2005-01-31