Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

On behalf of Cole and his family, I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who has expressed their sympathies and condolences. It is sad that sometimes it takes a tragedy to realize how many caring people there are in the world. As Cole's fiancee, I miss him dearly. No words can express the pain, anger, hurt, confusion, and utter disbelief that still runs deep in me. I believe more than anything that Cole is watching over all of us now and protecting us better than he ever could before while on this Earth. Cole was such an amazing person, and it's a shame that more people could not have met him before he was taken from us. Cole loved life and he lived out his dream of working in law enforcement. Sometimes, I thought he loved his job more than me! He never gave up on anything and put 110% into every task. So many times I have wondered why God took him, but I guess He needed an extra special angel. Thank you all once again.

Jessi

September 7, 2003

Although I didn't know Cole that long he was still a close friend. We had a lot of good times together and I hoped we'd have a lot more of them, but for some reason God didn't see it that way. For whatever reason He had to take Cole away from us I trust that He had a greater plan to come from this. I'll always remember you Cole and will always love you Big Daddy.

Love Ya Big Daddy

Anthony Carroll
AKA Home Skillet

Spc Carroll, Anthony L.
U.S. Army

September 6, 2003

Prayers Go Out To Anyone Who Ever Met Officer Martin,Even Once,Because That Is All It Took To Fall Completely In Love! You Were Always There When I Needed Anything,Or Should I Say,You Were ALWAYS There When ANYONE Needed ANYTHING.We All Miss and Love You,Cole.Gone But Never Forgotten.

Friend,Amy Spivey

September 1, 2003

My family is from Chatsworth and I was shocked to hear that one of the CPD officers died in the line. I know how small the department is and how much of an impact that Officer Martin's death will have on not just his parents, but also his entire community. The Martin family has the thoughts and prayers of my family, and let no brother or sister that goes down ever be forgotten.

Officer 6937
Orlando Police Department

September 1, 2003

The only connection i have to law enforcement is that my father is the former sheriff (1980-88)of the county i live in, but Officer Martin was my best friend. My prayers too go out to his family & our friends. Truly the most genuine, pure hearted person i knew, i will mourn his loss till the end of my days. Cole, you'll never know how much you meant to me & so many others. We will never forget you, & we know you are our guardian angel. Cant wait to see you on the other side. RIP bro.

HH

August 28, 2003

First off, I think all the comments on here are great.

He took his job very seriously, but was always kind and considerate while doing it. A great officer and friend.

Rest in peace, none of us will ever forget you.

Friend, James W.

August 28, 2003

It breaks my heart to see some one so young taken from a world that needs our men and women in blue so badly. To the family my heart goes out to you. I know the pain the and heartache. God's needs we may never understand, but they are his needs none the less. The support you will find will end lean on them when ever and where ever. I have found that once in the police family you can never leave and they will never leave you. you are in my prayers.

Katrina Hickox
girlfriendof Adam eow1-13-03

Officer Martin,

I mourn your loss; the loss of your life, the loss to your community, the loss to your comrades, and certainly the loss to your family. I hope that if you did not have the opportunity to know St. Michael in this cruel world that you are getting to know him in Heaven.

I am saddened that your death was the result of yet another fatal automobile accident. Far too many of us are killed by one of our most useful tools. It is ironic that we frequently survive all the domestics, traffic stops, search warrants, and other recognized dangers, just to be felled by our own “shop.”

An old sergeant once told me that he did not fear dying from smoking, eating poorly, no sleep, or hoodlums – because his Crown Vic would get him first. That is not intended to be a joke, just a pragmatic view of what is sometimes the sad truth.

God bless your eternal soul.

Deputy Chris Harper, 129
Putnam County SO, Georgia

To the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Martin, I'm so sorry for your loss. What a tragedy. We are all out here, knowing your pain, and honoring him as a hero. May God bless and comfort you.

Jamie Johnson, surviving sister of
Officer Jon Cook
San Francisco Police Dept.

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Officer Martin.

While many of us in law enforcment wear different colored uniforms, we all share a common goal. We protect society from the criminal element. Rest well my friend, those of us who remain will cover your place on the thin blue line.

Anonymous

May God grant your family a comforting peace as you transcend this earthly bound. I have no doubt that God will meet you with open arms as you go forth to patrol the streets of heaven under his command. May God bless you, your family, friends, and all of the remaining peacemakers who will continue the watch here in your absence.

Concerned Military Member
USAF

To Officer Martin's family, friends, and fellow co-workers, your loss is also ours. The Law Enforcement family is a large one, and everyone contributes to the grieving process for the ones who leave too soon. Mine will be in the form of prayers for you all. The sadness you feel now will someday be replaced with fond memories, stories of humor, and all the special shared times. Please know he is with the Lord's Finest, serving a much Higher Power.

KY Peace Officer
Isaiah 40:31

To Officer Cole Martin's Family and the Chatsworth Police Dept., I wish to send my deepest sympathy. When you can read these words and draw from them the solace that will help mend your hearts in the months and years to come, know that my heart is breaking for you and I will continue to keep you in my prayers. I know that Cole must have been your pride and your joy and what a wonderful, caring and giving soul he was because of what profession he chose to do. Please gather strengh in knowing that Cole was doing what he loved and wanted to do, you will draw much peace from that. Know that he is safe now never to be in harms way again. I know from where I speak, because like you, we lost our son, LaGrange PD Officer Justin Cain, in a senseless car accident at a very young age too. You will never forget your son. You will always hold him in your heart with pride and love everyday of your life and you will speak of him often to keep him alive. Your lives are forever changed by Cole. I wish for you to be able to find the blessings through all the pain. You will. Those are the things that help you go on. I also know how your police family has surrounded you now and will continue to. It always amazed me how, in their hurting, they could focus on taking care of us. God love them. One of the blessings. Please know Cole and Justin are watching all of us now along with all their other
brothers in blue. And remember the words that were sent anonymously below, this was the first time I had read this and it said everything, "Thiry minutes of wonderful is better than a lifetime of nothing special." We will never forget them.

Cindy Cain, Mother of Officer Justin Cain, EOW 7.23.00

Officer Martin was so young... but he died a HERO. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and coworkers.
May peace be with you all.

Samantha
EMS; Youngstown, Ohio

On behalf of the men and women of the Virginia State University Police Department, our thoughts and prayers to the Martin family and the Chatsworth Police Department.


"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."
John 15:13

"Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

"God is not unjust; He will not forget your work and the love you have shown Him as you have helped His people and continue to help them."
Hebrews 6:10

Virginia State University Police Department

You gave the ultimate sacrifice. You may be gone, but you will NEVER be forgotten. We are all family in this job. In pace requiescat, Rest in peace! Keep a watch on the rest of us as we go on shift each day.

"When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced. Live your life in such a way that when you die, the world will cry and you will rejoice." (American Indian Prayer)

Isaiah 40:31

Officer Kimberly Moses
MTSU Campus PD, TN

Please remember the fallen officers we have lost. Remember the men and women who died trying to make this world a safer and better place for us all to live in. Thank you Officer Martin for a job well done. Please continue to watch over us and protect us as only you can. You will forever be at our side and in our hearts.

For those of you who still have loved ones with us please take the time to tell them how much you appreciate and care about them.

IF I KNEW

If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.

If I knew it would be the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more.

If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.

If I knew it would be the last time,
I could spare an extra minute
to stop and say "I love you,"
instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.

If I knew it would be the last time
I would be there to share your day,
Well I'm sure you'll have so many more,
so I can let just this one slip away.

For surely there's always tomorrow
to make up for an oversight,
and we always get a second chance
to make everything just right.

There will always be another day
to say "I love you,"
And certainly there's another chance
to say our "Anything I can do?"

But just in case I might be wrong,
and today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you
and I hope we never forget.

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
you get to hold your loved one tight.

So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
you'll surely regret the day,

That you didn't take that extra time
for a smile, a hug, or a kiss
and you were too busy to grant someone,
what turned out to be their one last wish.

So hold your loved ones close today,
and whisper in their ear,
Tell them how much you love them
and that you'll always hold them dear

Take time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "Thank you," or "It's okay."
And if tomorrow never comes,
you'll have no regrets about today.

Anonymous

My fiance, Dennis McElderry, was the first law enforcement casualty of 2003. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and Cole be the be the last to die this way.

Having gone through the pain of losing Dennis I can truly understand and feel the pain that Officer Martin's family, friends, and co-workers must be feeling. I wish I could give you a few words of wisdom to help you through this tough time, but there isn't anything I can really say or do to make the situation better. Just know that my thoughts are with you.

Please accept my condolences on behalf of the McElderry family and remember that Cole is part of huge law enforcement family. If you ever need anything any number of them will be there for you (as I've quickly found out!) From reading the many reflections posted here, I am certain Cole was well respected and well loved. Thank you for a job well done and for helping to make this world a safer place for us all. Please take care of my fiance Dennis.

Peace, Love, Luck, and Happiness!

Jocelyne Brar
Dennis McElderry's fiancee - E.O.W. (01/03/03)

Many miles separate us, but we are the same....same age, same motive. You will be remembered and your name will be carried on.

Andi-CJ Student

Gone much too soon; never forgotten.

We're keeping your family and friends in our thoughts and prayers.

Officers of the Woodstock Police Dept.
Woodstock,GA Police Dept.

God bless you.

PO Doug Eatherton
St. Louis City Police

May God hold you in a special place and watch over your family forever.

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

It is with deepest sorrow that I leave my condolences with the family, friends, and fellow-officers of Cole Martin. May God be with all of you to comfort and help you through this tragic time in your lives.

Watch over the rest of your brothers and sisters in blue Cole, as you rest with God in Heaven.

Detective Todd McBride
West Jordan Police Department, UT

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Martin's family, friends and co-workers. You will never be alone in your pain and grief. Your law enforcement family will always be with you. Psalm 55:22

Denise Nichols - surviving spouse
Alabama State Trooper Brian Nichols EOW 2/17/2002

officer martin iam so sad that you had to leave the brotherhood and sisterhood in blue so soon but i suspect that god had better plans for a new beet in heaven altho i know that does not make things any better for your family but atleast the endless fight here on earth trying to keep that blue line as tight as we can you wont have to worry anymore about that maybe from heaven you can look down on your fellow officers and kinda steer them in the right way you know but all i can say my friend is god speed and all my best to your family that you have to leave behind dear brother

Sgt J.E.Warhurst
Fugitive Recovery Agent