Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

You will always be remembered for your unselfish bravery. Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service.

gordon hobbs
nc game warden

July 18, 2008

It is great to know that people have not forgot my father. I was 14 years old when i lost him, And even today I would like to be able to pick up the phone, or stop by and talk to him about the things that are happening in my life. I spent years, with recentment in my heart towards the act that he did. But I have found that his sacrifice, brought life to others, and that is what he lived for. My Daddy was truely my hero,now all of you know what i had. I miss him so much, but I will never forget what he stood for. He is missed by all us dearly. Thank you for the comment that have been made.My dad would be proud. ><>

Mike Posey
The Only the Son!

May 13, 2008

A thousand memories, a thousnad wishes, all are intwined. As your birthday approches I remember all that we shared and all that we wished for the furure. Our time together was brief, but what we had will be forever. I miss you still and will never forget the pride I've felt in being married to a man who was willing to sacrifice so much for others.
I would like to thank all those who have honored James in the past and continue to do so. It is through us all that he lives on.
Donna

Donna
widow of James Posey

April 10, 2008

I think of you a hundred times a day, still. I miss you, thank you for giving me all you did in our 17 years together. I am strong because of you.

My family thanks all of you for your notes to my father.
Melissa Posey

Melissa Posey
daughter

January 11, 2008

"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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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

November 29, 2007

There is no greater gift then that of yourself, you are truly a hero.

OFc Mnardi & family
New Haven PD,CT

September 29, 2007

What an honor it was to have known you.

Alice Templeton Smith
Friend

June 14, 2007

A true hero! God speed my brother.

Trooper
Kentucky State Police

May 22, 2007

Wow, what an inspirational story of a TRUE HERO! Your sacrifice will never be forgotten! Rest in peace, hero and brother.

Anonymous

May 15, 2007

Rest in peace Sheriff, You are a hereo and inspiration to us all. Your selfless act saved many lives and will never be forgotten.

Deputy S Kimel
Davie Co Sheriffs Office

May 9, 2007

This is the type of guy movies are made of.

Jeremy

March 19, 2007

There were many but none like you.You were and always will be one of a kind ,you are truly missed and when god sent you to us for a little whlie hehe really sent one of his most prize angels.Never went to bed with an worry or fear cause i always knew you was there even if it was for a little while god you to us and you are go but neverever will you beforgotten

love always your own franklin county people

civlizin
friend

November 23, 2006

H-E-R-O! Rest in peace in God's Kingdom....you have earned it.

Wisconsin L.E O.

November 3, 2006

Just happened up on your memorial a couple a days before the 24th anniversary. That was one of the most touching acts I have ever seen posted on this site. Thank you for doing what most can't.

Just your average citizen

September 27, 2006

I know you are in heaven with the rest of our fallen heroes. May God bless you for what you did that day. The infant that was in the car was my cousin and I thank you everyday that he is still with us.

May 16, 2006

On the anniversary of your death, I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

A hero never dies.....

Rest in peace, American hero.

September 29, 2004

Now that is what a real hero is

concerned citizen

February 24, 2004

Rest in peace. You died a hero's death, at the hands of a waste of space coward.

Rest in peace fellow Mississippian.

S. Yates
concerned citizen