Trooper George Danny Nash Jr. Mississippi Department of Public Safety - Highway Patrol Mississippi Friday, February 4, 1983  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

Great young man with a fantastic personality. He had everything to live for and a family that I respect so much. I knew his father, brother, and sister many years ago. It has been a long time since I have seen or talked with them but I have never forgotten their loss. I saw Danny for the last time at the Hattiesburg YMCA and we played basketball together. Next thing I heard, he had transferred to Brookhaven and was killed. When I watch America's Most Wanted and they pay tribute to fallen heroes, I think of Danny Nash everytime. God Bless your family George Nash. Your friend, Bobby Bryant

Chief Petty Officer Bobby Bryant
United States Navy/Family friend
2008-12-04

You were taken from us 25 years ago today. Rest easy my fellow trooper and know that you are are in our thoughts. We will never forget your sacrifice.

Trooper
MHP
2008-02-04

My mind goes back to that fateful night almost twenty five years ago. We had dinner together in Natchez with another trooper and said good-bye to each other, only to know it would be our last time. I have emblazened the night in my memory for soon to be twenty five years. I still miss you young trooper. Rest in the arms of our Lord, for we will see each other again. You did your job well while you had the time. Rest well, rest well. M-18----1980 thru 2001

Mst.Sgt.,Mike Cooper
Miss. Highway Patrol
2008-02-01

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH
2008-02-01

"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
2007-12-03

Danny, I passed your memorial sign this weekend on my way to the Balloon Race at Natchez. As we passed, my son said to me,"didn't you go to high school with him?" I replied yes and as we traveled along your highway I shared memories of you. I moved to Petal my junior year and your senior year. I did not know anyone. I can still remember you walking up to me after a long hard hot football practice "singing" and you introduced yourself to me. My first friend!! Then you continued to sing as you walked to your car. And that was Danny Nash...hardworking at everything he did, always with a song on his lips as well as in his heart, and friendly & compassionate to others. I still remember and will always miss you, Danny.

high school friend
2007-10-22

I knew Danny in high school and knew that whatever career path he chose, he would be the very best in it. He was a fine young man, taken from us much too soon. God needed a warrior in Heaven, we shall all see him again one day soon. Thank you for your service while here on the roads of our fine state. We miss you, Danny.

a high school friend
2007-09-08

Dear Friend,

I think of you often and I miss you every day.

your friend

a friend

2007-03-11

Danny, I passed by your memorial sign this morning on my way to Natchez. You will always be remembered for your dedication and the way you lived your life. We will uphold the honor and traditions of the Blue and Gray.

Lt.
M.H.P.
2007-02-17

Today marks 24 years since you gave your all Danny. You will always be remembered.

Lieutenant
M.H.P.
2007-02-04

So sad you barely got to fulfill your
dreams. That would be awesome
if you are in the presence of the
Lord Jesus as He will make it up to
you somehow. And I look forward to
meeting you in the home Jesus has
prepared for us. God bless all those
that loved you and all those you loved.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

2005-11-13

I am proud to say that Danny was my friend. Prior to his joining the Mississippi Highway Patrol, he and I worked together for several years. We spent many a day hunting, fishing and camping together. My middle son is named after him. We were as close as brothers. I will never forget the night I recieved the terrible news of Danny's death. It has been over twenty three years now since Danny was taken from us, and I stiil miss him. He was one of the finest people that I have ever had the privelege of knowing. Danny I know you are with the Lord now, and I look forward to seeing you again some day.

Your Friend,

Jerry

Jerry Purvis

2005-09-30

Our department also lost an officer on February 4th, to all your friends and family as well as co-workers, my heart goes out to them. I never thought I would live through that night, and with the anniversary just passed, I hope that you are looking down on your fellow brothers and sisters in blue.

2005-02-11

Warrior . . . you protected all of us. God bless and keep you close Trooper Nash. With brotherly love and respect, Jim Crotty (Former Richmond, VA Police Officer.)

Jim Crotty, Special Agent (Ret.) ATF
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms
2004-10-26

Rest in peace sir.

Shannon
concerned citizen
2004-09-29

One of the sweetest people I ever knew. You touched so many lives in your short time on earth. It was a honor and a privledge to have known you. cb2

C.B.

2004-01-31

to a fair friend who saw his dream come true and was short lived fairwell friend

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