Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Morris, Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family, friends and co-workers of Douglas County

Sherican County ( O.H. ) Sheriff's Office

Sheridan County Sheriff's

November 25, 2008

I am new to Law enforcement, and it is a sorrowful feeling having to wear a black band around my badge. It is a constant reminder that it can happen to me, or anyone else. Your passing is not in vein. It motivates me as well as many more to continue a service to our communities and our nation.

Even though I have never met you here on earth, I will when I go to heaven.I know that your now another guardian angel in God's Army, looking over not only your family, but your Law enforcement family

Brian a Lehr

deputy Brian a Lehr
Skagit County Sheriff's Office Support service Tech

November 25, 2008

Morris, Thanksgiving is up coming, and we will be thanking of you as we always do.

Deputies and staff of Douglas county Sheriffs' Office

Douglas County Ssheriff's Office

November 25, 2008

Morris the impact you made to the Sheriff's is still present. Although I have only been with the Sheriff's office over a year and never had the privilege of meeting you I have had many deputies tell me about you. They still think about you and serve with you in mind.

Deputy Hansen
Douglas County Sheriff's Office

November 17, 2008

I was with SDS I miss your smile, and visit to our office to have " a piece or two" of chocolate. Rest in peace Morris we have another guardian angel to look over us.

Jamie Skagit County Sheriff's Office

Jamie Bredstand
Skagit County Sheriff's Office Support service Tech

September 26, 2008

Morris, I said after graduating I wanted to be a cop like you.

Well Thank you for your love and encouragement. As a 14 year old boy who was going down the wrong road. You sir gave me hope.

I am now a cadet and love it. I thank of you, and hope I can make you proud.

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Cadets of Basic Recruit Class 333 of Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy, Tallahassee, Fl, Thank you for your sacrifice.

Your Friend Billy.

Cadet : Billy Vanhus
Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy

September 19, 2008

Deputy Taylor's years of service are greatly appreciated. His sacrifice is honored and mourned. God bless all who loved and knew him.

Chaplain Arkansas Sheriff's Department

Chaplain
Arkansas White County Sheriffs Department

September 19, 2008

The highest distinction in service to others, Deputy Sheriff Morris Taylor Your dedication to good of your community will not be forgotten. To all those touched by the loss of Deputy Taylor--Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Colorado Spring Police Protective Association

Anonymous

September 19, 2008

I SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND DOUGLAS COUNTY ORG AND SAN DIEGO COUNTY SHERIFF'S REGARDING THE LOSS OF DEPUTY SHERIFF MORRIS L. TAYLOR. I PRAY EVERYONE WHO KNEW THIS HONORABLE MAN WILL CONTINUE TO REMEMBER HIS BRAVERY, COURAGE, AND THE LEGACY IN WHICH HE LEFT.

JAMES BRADFORD
BRADLEY COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT

Deputy Sheriff James E. Bradford
Bradley County sheriff's Department

September 19, 2008

It never gets any easier learning about these officers who paid the highest
sacrifice. It is really hard when they leave young families, a wife who adores
them and parents who can't comprehend why they didn't go first. But after
reading several pages of these reflections, I rejoice that your name is written
in the Lamb's Book of Life. I wonder what new name God has given you. You
were chosen to be in His presence, He not only loves you, but He is fond of you and we know we can trust Him to take good care of you. If our faith is in Christ's sacrifice on the Cross for our many sins then we have the assurance
that we will see you again. Thanks for glorifying the Lord with your life!
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

Anonymous

September 14, 2008

Deputy Taylor,

On this the anniversary of your leaving us in the physical sence, we know that your spirit is with us still. Tonight, the Evening Watch of the Henry County Georgia Police Department's South Precinct will patrol in your honor. Rest Peacefully, we'll take it from here.

For the Watch
Lieutenant V.T. Rosen

Lieutenant V.T. Rosen
Henry County Police Department

September 14, 2008

To the family and loved ones of Deputy Morris Taylor, his fellow officers with the Douglas County Sheriff's Office, and most especially to Morris:

On this the sixth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that you are honored and revered today and everyday.

From all the loving reflections left about you, I can see that you were an amazing man and what a grievous loss your loved ones have endured because of your brutal murder.

May your spirit continue to soar and your memory continue to inspire. You are loved and missed by so many. To Morris' Mom, I share your anquish in losing a beloved child, and know the pain is like no other. You are in my heart's embrace today.

Rest in Peace, Morris. A body is but for a lifetime, but spirits and souls are for eternity and yours is forever part of those who call you beloved.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Morris gave to his community and the citizens of California and Oregon, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on September 14, 2002.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg Police Dept. eow 4/24/05

Anonymous

September 14, 2008

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. I know the many broken hearts that feel pain every day since you were called away as I walk in their shoes. I know that your parents would change places with you in a heart beat so that you could be here. Watch over all of your loved ones and protect them from harm. You have not been forgotten.

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

September 14, 2008

Dear Morris:

Tomorrow September 14, 2008 will be the sixth year, since your were taken from us.

Dad and I miss your so much, but you are always in our hearts and thoughts.

I believe Margaret has started to heel and moving forward with her life. We wish her the very best.

Love you always,
Mom and Dad

Anonymous

September 13, 2008

September 14, The officers of San Diego will remember our friend Deputy Sheriff Morris Taylor ( MOTAY ) He was one our fine officers here in san Diego and moved to Oregon and was a our loss.

Lt. Barns
San Diego Sheriff's Office

September 12, 2008

I never had the honor of meeting Deputy Morris Taylor. But, I have seen many photographs and have heard many stories shared by Margaret. At this point, I almost feel that I do some what know Morris in a strange way. I can say, I too feel the sadness that Margaret has for the loss of Morris. I know Morris suffered and paid a heavy price for acting under the colors of the Badge. I too know what it is like to experience the the hostile enviornment of a law enforcement officer. When I look back on my past, I thank the Lord everyday that everytime I found myself in harms way, the Lord always seemed to find a unexplainable way to spare me. That alone confirms the exsistence of the All Mighty Lord. My father (Gilbert Aragon) shared these words of wisdom with me, "We all have an appointment with the Lord!" My dad's appointment has came and gone, and now he is with Morris entertaining the Lord in the streets of gold. I miss my dad just as Margaret misses Morris. Since Sept. 14, 2002, so many things have changed. Some good and some not so good. But,I do know this that I will take care of Margaret for the rest of my life until my appointment with the Lord comes. I praise Jesus every day for giving his life on the cross, just so I can have a true Savior.

Parole Supervisor
Colorado Dept. of Corrections/Adult Parole

September 9, 2008

Hi Morris:

Tomorrow September 2nd will be your 44th birthday. God prepared you on earth for a beautiful birthday in Heaven. Dad and I miss you so much and think of you every day. We will never get over the loss of you.

Love your very much,

Mom and Dad

Anonymous

September 1, 2008

The impact you had on this world will never be forgotten !Your dear wife Margaret still mourns your loss every day I pray that the LORD will comfort her as the anniversary of her loss approaches . I hope to be reunited with you in Heaven some day. I miss you too Morris and a void exists in our hearts forever

Jackie
dear friend

August 21, 2008

Hi Morris:

Today is Father's Day, I know that Dad misses not talking with you on these special days. However you are always in our thoughts and we love you so much.

Love,
Mom

June 15, 2008

We all miss Morris tremendously. He was a wonderful deputy, a wonderful husband, and a wonderful example of God's love to all who were privileged to have crossed paths with him. May there be many more law enforcement officers out there who shine the light of God's love as Morris always did. Your church family misses you.........but are blessed knowing that you are with the Lord and at peace. Margaret.......we miss you!!!

Charlene, Roseburg, OR

May 2, 2008

Just letting you know we miss you!

I was 13 years old Septtember 14th 2002 My bithtday is September,13th You was our DARE Officer with the funny car.

I will be an officer after graduation.

We Love and Miss you Morris

your friend Billy

Billy

April 18, 2008

Hi Morris:
Been thinking a lot about you, Dad and I miss you so very much. Your sister Melissa and her girls were here to visit last week, we spoke of you fondly and how much we missed you. The girls have grown so, Corinne is sixteen and Olivia is ten. The years pass so quickly. Just want you to know that you are always in our hearts. We love you and miss you so much.
Love,
Mom

April 17, 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 14, 2008

Dear Son:

This evening is Christmas Eve,you will be spending another Christmas with our Lord. One day we will all be together.
I miss you so much, not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I'm just so very grateful for the time that we did have you. I remember Christmas mornings, how excited you would get, that great smile of yours, would light up the whole room. Just want you to know that we are thinking of you.

Love,
Mom

December 24, 2007

Just stopped in to let you know that you have not been forgotten. I've decorated the exterior of my home in all blue lights and one of those lights has been assigned to you and will be lit every night until New Years to honor your memory and let you know that you have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and let them feel your presence so they know you are near.

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

December 1, 2007