Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Charles our Brother you are always remembered. Hard to believe it has been ten years today. Miss you and always Semper Fi.

Lt. Jeff Larsh
Forest Park P.D.

June 9, 2011

It's hard to believe it has been 10 years my friend. You filled a lot of shoes buddy....son, husband, father, friend, Marine, and Police Officer. Keep smiling brother, we'll always miss you.

Bux

John E. Buxsel, President
Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #74

June 9, 2011

Missin you my dear friend....I love you Ebony Man. Keep up your work at keeing us all safe. love Elisha

Elisha
sister in law

June 9, 2010

Not forgotten. Rest in peace sir. Thank you for you service.

Kathy
Riverside County Sheriff's Dept. Dispatch

June 9, 2010

Still.

Love, Laura

Anonymous

January 30, 2010

8 years tomorrow....
miss u...love u..
L

Laura

June 8, 2009

Ebony Man,

Miss you man!

Love,
e

Elisha

May 2, 2009

Happy Birthday Baby!!
Miss u! Love always.

Laura

March 18, 2009

Thinking about you as another holiday season approaches. You always loved this time of year. Miss you....love always...

Laura

November 12, 2008

Miss u so much.
Love always.
Laura

Anonymous

September 23, 2008

Charles, I did not know of your passing until recently when I visited the National Police Officers Memorial in D.C. I saw one of your baseball style police cards inside of a glass case memorial with many others. I remember attending the police academy with you at the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy. You always knew how to make everyone laugh and how to take charge. You were one of the first class lieutenants.

God Bless You and Rest In Peace!!

Ptl. Richard Rutt #22
Fairview Park PD. Ohio

September 15, 2008

we all where born 4 years apart 3 brother one jan one feb one in march Charles will be 42 and I say will be because he is still with me Happy Birthday litte brother I miss talking to you. I miss March.

Darryl williamson
older brother

March 17, 2008

Still. Absolutely. Still loving you.
Laura

Laura

January 26, 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

January 3, 2008

Even still. Love always.

Laura

November 14, 2007

Still.

Love, Laura

Laura

October 17, 2007

Missing you. Still

June 13, 2007

may you and your loved ones be ever blessed.

June 9, 2007

Mac,
I think about you quite often. Indiana, NC, or Ohio. Alot of the conversations I am in, I bring your name up. I pray that all is well with your family. Much love
Jones

GySgt Joe Jones
Marine Brother

March 12, 2007

Five years.

Today we celebrated who you were and are to all of us. We ate and drank... We laughed and cried. We shared our special stories and memories of the great times we shared. You are so missed!!!!
Love you always.
Laura

June 9, 2006

Ebony Man,
Man, 5 years and every day you have been with us all. It makes my heart smile to see that there are still others who miss you and remember the significance of this day and how it has impacted my family. I know your busy keeping everyone safe with these teenage boys all in cars and Brandon in Iraq. I sleep at night knowing you will make sure they are all safe and get back home to their mom. Give Laura a hug today in your little way, she will need to know your close by. Know that I miss your laughter and I love you.
e

Elisha

June 9, 2006

It's hard to believe that 5 years have passed my friend. Seems like only yesterday we were sitting on the deck sharing stories along with suds. Words won't describe how much you're missed, but you definitely carry on in my heart. Until I get to the other side, keep watching over me brother. God called a fine warrior home to watch his streets, keep on smiling.

Bux

P.O. John Buxsel
Springfield Twp

June 9, 2006

It's been 5 years today since your death. Officer McDonald, the reflections left by your family and friends speak volumes as to the kind of person you are. I say are because I know you're still with them and they apparently know it too.

God Bless and Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

June 9, 2006

May you Rest in Peace and May Our Lord continue to comfort and strengthen your family.

June 9, 2006

Charles,
I've know you most of my life and we will always remember your smile, laugh w/stories & friendship. I often relect upon the example you set for all of us in life and give thanks for our friendship. As was spoken at your memorial service, I picture your folks & Little Charles and I know you are close.
We all were blessed to spend time with you.

Our prayers to Little Charles & Your Family.

We miss you & may you rest in peace.

Robert Ford & Family

Robert Ford & Family
Friend

June 6, 2006