Patrolman Jerry R. Neff Ohio State Highway Patrol Ohio Wednesday, January 30, 1974  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

Patrolman Neff,
I met one of your sons the other day. You would be proud of the man that he has become. The pride that he displayed when he called you Dad was enough to melt the hardest of hearts. As chance would have it, he was delivering my early Fater's Day gift. It made the event of receiving my first cruiser bike that much sweeter that I was being handed the keys by the son of a Hero.

A Trooper
OSHP
2009-06-05

As my career's end is coming closer, I decided to check and find those who had lost their lives during the year that I was hired. While it's been a long time, I'm sure those you left behind and served with disctinction have kept you alive in their memories. Thanks for your service and for looking out for us you left behind. Rest in peace Officer Neff!

Sgt. Robert Mau, Sr.
PD Joliet IL
2008-12-16

From freshmen in high school we were best of friends. You were from a more affluent family, and I was from the wrong side of the tracks. But that didn't matter to you. You were always humble and looked at people as people...nothing more or less.
The years have melted away since the day I got that awful call....so long ago... yet still like yesterday. The shock, the pain still rushes to the forefront when I contemplate that day.
To this day, I often talk with you when I am alone. At times, I tell you a joke in my mind and I can almost hear your little snicker...but alas, it is just beyond earshot.
The sun grew a little dimmer the day you died, and the world grew a little colder. Would that this tired old orb were visited with a million---nay, a billion--- possessed of your gentle manner and tender heart. All the earth would be the better for it.
And when the ages have run their course and the sands of time flow no more, the Author of Life shall set HIS feet above the circle of the earth. The trump of the Archangel shall sound and the heavens shall reverberate with the clarion call of the last reveille. Then shall these who have served so well awaken and arise to stand final muster before HE who created them. At that transcendent moment in the twilight of history, HE shall surely say unto these: “Well done, ye of selfless courage and boundless love. The Eternal Councils await thee. Come, and take thy place of honored glory…….”
Until that day, Rest in peace, Jerry, dear friend so true.

Charles A. Lewis
159 Rathburn Rd
Fulton, NY 13069

Charles A. Lewis
Best Friend
2008-04-10

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
2008-01-27

"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
2008-01-08

Rest in peace Brother Neff.
"Come walk a beat in Heaven's streets, you've done your time in Hell."

Officer Kempf
Beavercreek, Ohio PD
2007-12-24

I attended the Ohio State Highway Patrol's memorial service for the first time this past May and was moved by the dedication the Patrol has for remembering it's fallen officers. I was also greatly moved by the number of family members who come back year after year to honor their loved ones...some who have died over 50 years ago.

My boyfriend is a trooper with the Ohio State Highway Patrol. I have always been proud of his job and his affiliation with the Patrol, but am even more so after attending the service. People always use the "words" "you will never be forgotten. The family of OSHP live by those words.

Becky Muncy, widow of Sgt. Marc Muncy
Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Franklin County
2007-09-21

I was just a baby (born the previous May) when your life was taken while on the job. Though I have no memories of my father, I have great respect for his line of work and the ultimate sacrifice he made. I am now older than my dad, coming up on 34 this May, and it is a strange feeling to know now how short his life was. My Mom (Brenda), Brothers (Tyler and Jason) are doing very well, and we all recently heard of the dedication on Route 62 in his honor. We thank you for this memorial as it means a lot and have the highest respect for all Troopers out there. May God keep you safe.

Kyle E. Neff
Son
2007-04-05

In 1973 we lost a good friend. He had been a barber and dreamed of becoming a Trooper. This year we are working towards and looking forawrd to the dedication of US 62 near wear we lost Jerry as Trooper Jerry Neff Memorial Highway so everybody in Ohio will remember this fine Trooper.

Terry Dountz
FCSO Retired
2007-03-29

Patrolman Neff, you will never be forgotten. R.I.P.

Deputy Sheriff
EPSO (Colorado)
2007-01-30

I was a child when you passed. My father was a good friend and brother trooper of yours, ironically being the next OSHP fallen Trooper. I remember the day you passed. As a child I already knew the brotherhood of the Troopers and families. Your sacrifice and dedication will forever be in the hearts of all. I baby sat your sons and hope they are well. Rest in peace.

Linda Moore

Linda Moore
friend
2007-01-03

Dear Jerry: I just found out about this website, or else I would have written a long time ago. You and I served together at Circleville, and I was on duty the day you were killed. What a crushing blow to our post, and to the entire State of Ohio. I lived beside your Dad, Harold, and he was so very proud of you. I was home the day your brother Randy drowned, just a few days after graduating from high school. Both boys lost, and Harold never recovered from your deaths. You were an excellent trooper, Jerry, and your sons should be very proud of you. Take care, pal.

Ron Thompson

S/Lt. Ron Thompson
The Ohio State Highway Patrol
2006-11-01

Jerry I never had the opportunity to meet you. I have heard some great stories about you and wanted to stop by this site to leave you a short reflection. I work at the Circleville Post where you worked. Although you have been gone quite sometime, you sir, are not forgotten. You should be getting ready to retire.

Keep us safe and may God bless your family.

Heather
OSHP
2005-07-14

Rest easy, Troop. You are not forgotten.

Deputy M. Moore
Warren Copunty S.O. (OH)