Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Dees your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now. May you rest in peace.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee

May 29, 2008

Rest in peace motorman.

Offc. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department

March 12, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

March 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

February 13, 2008

Dad, I can not believe it has been five years. I am about to graduate and know that you would be so proud. I wish you could be there as I walk across the stage. I love and miss you very much

your bud
Derek

Derek Dees
Son

March 8, 2007

This is so sad. What an amazing love you two had.
Jesus will make it up to you in the end. He does ALL
things well, even though some things are too difficult
to understand now. May God continue to bless and heal you as you bask in the glow of sweet memories.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

March 8, 2007

Rest in Peace Motorman. You are not forgotten.

Motor Officer Danny Johnson
Metro Nashville Police Dept.

March 7, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones today on this 5th annivwersary of your being called away. I know they think of you ever day and will continue to do so throughout their lifetime as their love for you will never die. You are a true hero. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those still out on patrol. You will never be forgotten.

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

March 7, 2007

May you sleep in peace and may your loved ones be ever blessed by Our Lord.

March 7, 2007

Christmas is right around the corner...the house is decorated, the tree is up and the kids can't wait!!! We talk about you all the time, we love you and miss you very much!!

Merry Christmas

December 4, 2006

God bless your family Officer Dees. I know you are truly missed by your loved ones. You are in Gods arms, blessed are the peacemakers. You are not forgotten.

Sergeant
North Carolina

September 19, 2006

Keith,

The kids started school yesterday!! Gracie is in 1st grade in the GT program and loving every minute of it. Trenton is in 7th grade and will be playing football!! We thought of you yesterday and missed you very much, but as we believe, we know you were with us every step of the way.

Love always,
Deborah

August 11, 2006

Hi Dad,

Happy Father's day. I wish you were here. I miss you.

Love,
Your son Derek (Bud)

Derek
Son

June 18, 2006

March 7th 2002 was indeed a sad day. That morning I woke to the news that a friend of mine and his partner in a neighboring department were killed in a fire. Both were IFFA firefighter and were the next two killed in NY after 911 and the WTC. Any way im sure PO Dees and TJ and Gino are some where looking over us. I will now remember PO Dees on this day from now on

Jeremy

May 19, 2006

Keith,

Today is Grace's 6th birthday. It's hard not to think about you and the day Grace came into this world! The years have passed, but the memories are still very much alive!!

Grace is a beautiful, beautiful little girl; with a heart as big as Texas, a smile that lights up the room and those eyes as blue as the heavens.....she sings, she laughs, she's as sharp as a tack and she loves her God!!! So much of you, wrapped up in that little girl.

Missing you so much.....
Deborah

May 16, 2006

Dear Keith,

Another year has come and gone, but your memories still stay, very much alive.

March is a month that just doesn't seem to go by fast enough!!

This was always your favorite time of the year..the Spring, when motorcycle riding was at it's best!!

Missing you,
Deborah

March 28, 2006

To Officer Keith Dees and his loved ones:

On this the fourth anniversary of Keith's tragic death, please know that his memory is honored and revered today.
In reading the many reflections left for Keith, it is obvious he was a man who was well-respected and well-loved.
I salute Keith's courage and valor and that of his wife and children as they have endured a lot.

May his loved ones continue to be supported by their law enforcement family, and other police survivors who share the painful journey with them.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Keith gave to his community and the citizens of Texas, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 7, 2002.

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

March 7, 2006

Policeman's 23rd Psalm

The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want,
His comforting hand reduces fear to naught;
He makes me walk through streets of crime,
But He gives me courage and peace of mind.

He leads me by still waters in the path I trod,
And He says in Romans I'm a "minister of God,"
He leads me in righteousness as He restores my soul,
For His name's sake He keeps me whole.

When I walk through death's valley, right up to the door,
I will fear no evil, for He comforts me more;
For Thou art with me every step of the way,
As thy rod and thy staff protect me each day.

He prepares a table, especially for me,
As I work daily among life's enemies;
He gives me authority to uphold the law,
And He anoints my position in the midst of it all.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me,
Each day of my life through eternity;
As I long to hear Him say, "Well done...,"
When I lay down my life, my badge, and my gun.

Author Unknown

P.O. Chris Welby
Bridgeton, Mo PD

March 7, 2006

We miss you so much. Deborah and the kids are doing awesome, you would be so proud. It's days like this I am reminded of you the most. The suns out and I can see you riding your motorcycle, with that smile.

Here's to you my friend, you will never be forgotton.

Forever in my memory
Your friend,
Kyle

February 9, 2006

Keith, You were a GREAT person! Everytime I was down in Houston you always knew how to make all of the kids laugh! Sloane and I often remember the time we spent the summer with you and Debbie and we all went to the rollercoaster park and you kept bugging Debbie about the new football stadium. Every time I see Grace even though it's not often you can tell she resembles you so much! Her eyes are exactly like yours. Well, we will all see you soon in Heaven!

- Schaeffer

Step Niece, Schaeffer

January 29, 2006

Rest in peace brother. You left us way to soon, but your spirit lives on in your family and fiends. I have been to your great city on many occassions and have much respect for your Department. I know your brothers and sisters in blue will pick up and look after your family always.

Lt. Stephen A. Joy
Prince George's County Police Department

January 14, 2006

The holidays have come and gone, and another year has passed. The kids started back to school today and are already talking about their summer plans!!!

Thank you for leaving us with so many memories and traditions for the holidays...we talk about those when we are missing you the most!!

Love you always,
Deborah, Trenton and Grace

January 5, 2006

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!

Today is your special day and what a beautiful day it is!!

We miss you and will always love you....

Deborah, Trenton and Grace

October 18, 2005

Not a day goes by when i drive through the location of this disaster that i do not like of this man. I was one of the first people who stopped to help him in his time of need. I hope that he left a place in everyone heart that he knew, because he touch my with the loss of his.

October 1, 2005

Dear Keith,

Its another year, and school began today. Grace started Kindergarten and Trenton is in 6th grade - Jr. High - I can't believe it!!

The kids have had a wonderful summer and continue to go grow in their faith, in themselves and as a family!

Tomorrow is Bruce's birthday and Trenton is doing really well with it knowing the 1st anniversary of his death is soon. He has great dreams for his future, and continues to focus on the positive.

Grace woke up this morning early for Kindergarten and walked in the living room, looked outside and said "Oh, it's still dark, I'm going back to bed"...as she turned I grabbed her and said "Welcome to real school beautiful!!" She laughed, and off she went to get ready.

Thank you for watching over us and for gently calming our hearts when we reach out for you!!

We love you,

Deborah, Trenton and Grace

August 10, 2005