Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Patrolman Collins,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Farmington. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

April 10, 2021

Thank you for your service and for protecting your fellow Arkansans. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless

Special Agent-in-Charge Diane Upchurch
FBI - Little Rock

April 10, 2017

Affectionally know as Captain Elmo you died doing what you loved most. You would not have had it any other way. You can now be reunited with your most beloved family members Sally and special son Teddy.

Anonymous

April 1, 2010

Rest in Peace, Patrolman Collins. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

June 14, 2008

YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE.

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

May 1, 2008

You have not been forgotten. Thank you for your long and dedicated career to law enforcement. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and protect them from harm. You are a true hero. You will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: /8/8/04

April 10, 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

November 20, 2007

See you on the other side.

Sgt Don "Boots" Jensen Retired
Milwaukee Police Department, Milwaukee, WI

October 13, 2007

To Patrolman James H. Collins and all his loved ones:

On this the tenth anniversary week of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.

My heart goes out all of your family who miss you so much. You all remain in our thoughts and our prayers.

Reading the loving reflections about your beloved James gives us some understanding of what a kind and honorable man he was, and what he meant to his family and friends. I don't know if the creators of this web site ever envisioned how many of us would communicate with each other, and with our angels through these reflection pages. But we do and I find such comfort in it.

Patrolman Colllins, you rescued us, saved our possessions, our lives and our families. You are one of the rare heroes among us. You were always there for us in the most traumatic moments of our lives. No matter when we called, we just expected that you would come and do whatever it took to help us, and you always met our expectations. Your selflessness and dedication are awe-inspiring.

This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Patrolman Collins. I am humbled by your valor, courage, and dedication.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service James gave to his community and the citizens of Arkansas, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on April 10, 1996.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

April 14, 2006

My Grandfather, James H. Collins Sr., was a vey loved man by many people. He is deeply missed. I can remember he would come to the house and turn his blue lights on and on his PA he would say "come out with your hands up." He was a very funny man.I am very proud having him in my life and setting an example for me growing up. We love you Grandpa and Miss you very much.

Granddaughter, Sarah E. Lackey-Hattabaug

May 16, 2005

My Father, James H. Collins, SR., I would like to second the memorials from my sisters. My father was dedicated to law and saving lives. I remember when i was a little girl my father was also involved in fire and rescue with the Chief Wiliams Hook and Ladder Co, Uniontown, Pa. My father was a wonderful father, and I will always retain him close within my heart. He is now a grandfather of 14 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

We love you Dad and miss you very much.

I would like to commend my sister Merrilow for finding this site. It is very nice to have something like this for all to share.

Daughter, Sally Collins Lackey

May 13, 2005

My father,James H. Collins,Sr was a very thoughtful and loving person, always there to look out for someone else. He was also a police officer for Seat Pleasant, Prince George County, Maryland and the Pittsburgh Emergency Police, PA. He died doing what he loved most in life and is now at rest with his loving wife, Sally, my mother. I love you dad.

Terry L (Collins) Harrison

May 13, 2005

James H. Collins, my father, loved the life of a law enforcement/peace officer. He served our country well in several different law enforcement agencies around the U.S.A.
He made a great impact on many people's lives, was well respected and always willing to go the distance and help anyone in anyway possible.
He is sadly missed, and, will never be forgotten.

Merrilou Collins

May 12, 2005

MY BROTHER, MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. A HERO FOR SURE. YOU SERVED WELL.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

April 10, 2004