Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Today, January 26th is Roddie's 31st birthday. It has been exactly 5 months since the trajedy that took my brother's life. I have taken this time to reflect on what is truly important in this life. It is not the 'things' I possess or the 'work'that I do. It is what my family means to me and how I am able to cherish every waking moment and create new memories. I talk to Roddie every day and night and the only thing that gets me through is knowing someday he will be waiting for me with open arms and welcoming me into his new home. I miss you terribly Roddie. My heart is broken into a million pieces but slowly I try to fit the pieces together and hope that someday my heart will be whole again. God bless you brother, and Happy Birthday. Love your sister, kim

kim meyer/ oldest sister

January 26, 2004

RODNEY, YOU WERE ONE OF THE GREATEST PEOPLE I KNEW IN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. YOU TOOK THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE TO MAKE OUR COUNTY A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE, BUT IT WILL NEVER EVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, KIM, LOGAN, AND WADE, AND OF COURSE THE NEW ADDITION ALSO(GREENE COUNTY'S FINEST)!!! THANKS FOR ALL THE GOOD TIMES AND THEY WILL ALWAYS BE TREASURES...

f.f. justin dixon
ruckersville fire company

December 12, 2003

RODNEY, YOU WERE ONE OF THE GREATEST PEOPLE I KNEW IN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME. YOU TOOK THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE TO MAKE OUR COUNTY A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE, BUT IT WILL NEVER EVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU, KIM, LOGAN, AND WADE, AND OF COURSE THE NEW ADDITION ALSO(GREENE COUNTY'S FINEST)!!! THANKS FOR ALL THE GOOD TIMES AND THEY WILL ALWAYS BE TREASURES...

f.f. justin dixon
ruckersville fire company

December 12, 2003

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Family of Sgt. Rodney Davis. I pray that God gives you the strength you will need to face all the many hard days that are ahead of you. Please know that you are not alone.


Surviving Spouse of Ofc. Allen W. Gibson, Jr.
EOW 04/25/98-VA

Ofc. Laura Gibson-Szerokman
Radford University Police Dept.

November 12, 2003

Rodney,
I only knew you briefly but in that short time, I grew to adored you and your sense of humor. I still can't believe you are gone. The last time I saw you was at the Greene Co fair. Ryan and I walked by you and I bopped you on the head with the big blow up hammer Ryan won on one of he games. Of course your reaction was pure "Rodney". I hadn't seen you prior to that night for quite some time so of course Ryan and I both got the big bear hug you were so famous for. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and Kim and your boys. My thoughts and prayers will always be with you and your family.

Sharon Pederson
Greene Co. Rescue Squad

November 8, 2003

The last time I saw Rodney he again made me laugh. We were called to the sheriff's dept to check out an inmate's hand. And as we pulled up and stepped out, Rodney comes running up to the rig and says " Barb I swear to God I had nothing to do with it." So without missing a beat I said, Hello Rodney, how are you doing, day going well, kids o.k., now will you tell me just what is going on here? What a great big old kid you were. There are many good memories I have of that boy. I will not forget......

Barbara Walker EMT-CT
Greene Co. Rescue Squad

November 7, 2003

Rodney-you are missed. Just the other night, at the football game, you were missed a lot. In case no one told you, your son was born. Rodney Lee Davis III, oct 29th, 7#9oz, 19",Mother & Baby doing ok. but I'm sure you knew this, and are watching over us all from a better place. we here at the squad all miss you.

a friend
Greene Rescue

November 7, 2003

YOUR END OF WATCH HAS COME. YOU HAVE BEEN A GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT. I PRAY THAT YOUR FAMILY RECEIVES MANY BLESSINGS AND COMFORT.

Anonymous

November 6, 2003

To my dear friend and co-worker. There is comfort in knowing that you are in the presence of Jesus. Don't worry, your Greene County brothers will keep up the fight. I love you man.

Sergeant J.S. Hogsten
Greene County Sheriff's Department

October 13, 2003

Rodney,
I sat next to you in a recent class and only knew you a short time but you will truly be missed by your fellow law enforcement officers. You were always doing something to make us laugh. Rest in peace brother, Robby

Sgt. Robert Cottrell
West Point Police Department

October 10, 2003

Roddie was like the little brother I never had. Though separated by many miles most our lives, the times we had together were special. The trips to Virginia or his trips home were always fun and full of laughter. The personality that everyone came to love was evident even as a young boy. While squirrel hunting, you had to practically muzzle him so he didn't scare them away with the constant questions about EVERYTHING! Kim, Mishe, Roddie, Gena and I always had a wonderful time together and I will thankfully have those memories with me forever. I wish I could have been closer to Roddie as we grew older but I will always cherish the times we did have together. Now he is free from pain, sadness and trouble and continues to look over his family and friends he loved so much. I miss you very much lil bro.

Kendall Bridgewater, Uncle
United States Navy

September 28, 2003

To the family, friends and co-workers of Sgt. Davis;
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I was unaware of this website until Doug was killed, and have been so touched by the reflections that were left for Anne, the children, his parents, brother and myself.
I am sorry for the enormous loss you have suffered and the hole in your hearts that his absence leaves. As much as I know that Doug was my world, I know that he walks Heaven's beat now and no one can ever hurt him again. We will be rejoined with them again someday...until then...We will make them proud.

Linda Misseri
Fiance-PO Doug Wendel-RPD EOW 07-30-03

September 17, 2003

RODDIE MY LITTLE BROTHER I MISS YOU TERRIBLY! MY HEART BREAKS EVERYDAY FOR YOU. WE DIDN'T SEE EACHOTHER VERY OFTEN BUT WE ALWAYS SAID WE LOVED EACHOTHER AND MISSED EACHOTHER, WE JUST TALKED ON THE PHONE THE FRIDAY BEFORE YOU DIED, WE WERE GOING TO GET TOGETHER IN OCTOBER WHILE YOU WERE GOING TO BE IN TOWN FOR BUSINESS. A DAY WON'T GO BY THAT I WON'T THINK ABOUT YOU. YOU WERE SO LOVED BY SO MANY PEOPLE. KIM AND THE BOYS WILL ALWAYS KNOW HOW WONDERFUL YOU WERE AND YOU WERE A TRUE HERO! YOU WORKED HARD FOR EVERYTHING YOU HAD AND I'M SO PROUD OF YOU. YOU ALWAYS MADE PEOPLE LAUGH, EVEN PEOPLE YOU ARRESTED LIKED YOU BECAUSE YOU TREATED THEM WITH RESPECT. WE WERE SUPPOSED TO GROW OLD TOGETHER AND TELL STORIES ABOUT OUR KIDS. GOD NEEDED YOU AND NOW YOU ARE WITH HIM AND DAD. REST IN PEACE MY LITTLER BROTHER AND I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN ONE DAY, I KNOW YOU WILL BE AT THE PEARLY GATES WAITING FOR ME WITH THAT PRETTY SMILE ON THAT SWEET FACE. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!! GOD PLEASE TAKE CARE OF RODDIE HE WAS ONE OF A KIND!
I LOVE YOU FOREVER,
MISHE

MISHE, SISTER

September 16, 2003

Your loss is our loss. Please be certain, Rodney will be remembered in our prayers.

P.O. Kevin Johnson
Irvington NY Police Dept - PBA President

September 16, 2003

“More Than An Uncle”

\~ Rodney you weren’t just an uncle, more like a brother to me ~\
\~ I never thought your life would end in such a tragedy ~\
\~ You were just doing your job, being the best you could be ~\
\~ You served and protected to feed your family ~\
\~ You always had jokes and forever would smile ~\
\~ For a person in need you would go the extra mile ~\
\~ I wish I could have seen you more than just once in a while ~\
\~ I wont forget when we would hangout and play some games ~\
\~ I never thought you would go before I graduate ~\
\~ I’m a senior now, yes I’m getting older ~\
\~ You wont be with me in person but you’ll be right by my shoulder ~\
\~ I know you’re watching us, up from the heavens ~\
\~ The time you were here we were blessed with your presence ~\
\~ It hurts us your gone, but I know its part of a greater plan ~\
\~ I’ll never forget the time we made a fan shroud out of a trashcan ~\
\~ Yea we had good times, and they were the best ~\
\~ I found out at work, you died from a gun wound to the chest ~\
\~ I didn’t believe it, it couldn’t believe it was real ~\
\~ You had pride in your family, God, and your shield ~\
\~ As a officer, husband, brother, uncle, son, and a dad ~\
\~ To me you were like an older brother that I never had ~\
\~ I cried more knowing Logan and Wade would never again see their dad ~\
\~ Rodney the third wont understand at least till he is older ~\
\~ When I heard of your death the whole world came down on my shoulders ~\
\~ Rodney you never knew just how much to me you meant ~\
\~ I just wish I could have seen you more to make sure that time was well spent ~\
\~ You had great strength and courage, and were more than six feet tall ~\
\~ I never thought my uncle Rodney would make the great fall ~\
\~ I now have the strength to let go, so I’m giving it up ~\
\~ Cause I know your in heaven just living it up ~\

Written By Blake

Rodney, you truly were loved and will be missed
Love, Your Nephew
Blake

Blake
Nephew

September 15, 2003

We are truly saddened at Rodney's loss.

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We all recall you gave your best.
You did your job, now you can rest.
Your comrades now can cover your post
as you take your place with the Heavenly Host.

God Bless Our Fallen Brothers & Sisters.
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Our prayers will be with you, your family, and co-workers!

Ptlm. P.K. Harding
Binghamton (NY) PD

September 15, 2003

I would like to thank Sheriff Morris, Captain Haas, all of the deputies from Greene and the surrounding areas. You gave my brother the ultimate hero's good-bye. He was so proud to serve with all of you. His death is a tragedy that no one could have prevented. It was just his time to be with the Lord. He is watching over all of us now and he will be waiting for us at those pearly gates. I read the following poem at his memorial in hopes to capture a glimpse of who Roddie was and what he stood for. It is called "Our Fallen Hero"

Look around and you will see-
Just some of the people who loved and respected Rod-ney.

A big teddy bear at six foot four-
He was just a big kid we all adored.

He had a silly smile and a hug for everyone.
He was his mother's first son.

He made us laugh when he sang songs-
No one cared if the words were wrong.

His sense of humor had no end.
Everyone he met was a new friend.

He was loyal, loving and kind-
He was not only my brother but the best friend of mine.

He had two families, us and the force-
He loved us all and God, of course.

He prayed everyday to God above
To protect his family with HIS shield of love.

To guide him to be a Christian man-
Now, God is holding those big, strong hands.

His friends called him "Nugget", "Big Youngen" and other silly names.
This gentle giant did not seek fortune nor fame.

He wore his badge with honor and pride-
And just sewn on his sergeants stripes.

He took a vow to protect and serve-
And caught a bullet he did not deserve.

This funny man with a heart of gold-
Did not have the chance to grow old.

He had two young sons and an expecting wife-
When someone tragically took his life.

Waiting for the birth of his third son-
He will witness this miracle from the cloud he lies upon.

In our hearts we feel such sorrow.
We never know if there will be a tomorrow.

Remember my brother as he was-
A big kid with a heart full of love.

Cherish the memories of the happy times.
That's all I have left of this brother of mine.

As he looks down I can truly see-
Him nudging the angels saying, "Look! all of this, for me".

Don't worry about Roddie, I can hear him say-
"Don't cry for me, I'm Ok, my dad's arms were open for me today."

Rodney Lee Davis, Jr
01/26/73-08/26/03


I hope everyone will hug their partner a little tighter and play with their kids a little longer because only God knows if it will be your last time together.
God bless you all and thank you for the kind words, prayers and stories.

KIM MEYER
SISTER

September 13, 2003

I met Sgt. Davis in May 2003 at Basic Swat School. Rodney was very funny and outgoing, we all had a great time. Rodney will be missed, but never forgotten.

Deputy Sheriff C. L. Powell
Louisa Co. Sheriffs Office

September 13, 2003

Our oldest son and I were up late talking when we heard Deputy James Spradlin leave his driveway with lights and sirens blaring. We knew something was terribly wrong. My husband called the next morning with the sad news that one of our deputies had been killed. Soon friends, family, and co-workers clamored together trying to comfort one another and question how such as this could happen to one of the finest individuals ever to grace Greene County. We extend our deepest sympathy to Rodney's wife and children. Our prayers will always be with you. We also extend our utmost appreciation to the greatest law enforcement officers we have ever known.

Nelson, Jeannie, & Katie
Greene County Residents

September 11, 2003

It was a tragic day to hear another Law Enforcement Officer was killed, especially in Virginia. This State has taken its toll of Law Enforcement Officers to be killed in the line of duty this year. I also understand the difficulties and dangers involved with combatting the war against drugs and the criminals involved. We will keep the fight going against drugs for you. And to Deputy Davis's wife and family, he will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace Brother!

Strike Force
Henrico County Division of Police, Henrico County Virginia

September 11, 2003

To the Family adn Freinds of Officer Davis, My thoughts and prayers are with you. May god give you the strength to face the loneliness that's ahead of you. May you love one rest in peace.
Mother of Officer Ron Jones
EOW 12/16/01
PPD

September 11, 2003

All of us within the Chaves County Sheriff’s Department wish to express our condolences and deepest sympathy in the tragic death of Sergeant Rodney L. Davis.

Whether it is in the line of duty or from other causes, the death of an officer, friend and loved one is not easy to accept. I hope that knowing that your department and the family of your officer will be remembered in our prayers will be of some comfort in the days to follow.

Sheriff Patrick R. Jennings
Chaves County Sheriff's Office

September 10, 2003

Rodney, I never thought this day would come to any of my guys. You were a best friend to me for so long. Calling everyday to tell me about Kim and the kids and because you wouldn't want to eat lunch alone, and if I would please come eat with you. You introduced me to the love of my life, and I could not be more thankful to you. You encourged me when I would have doubts or worries, and no matter what, you were always there. I miss the nights of all of us out together, just being us, and living for the minute. The time I will never forget is at the 2002 Greene County fair, when you couldn't find your badge. You just knew it fell off when you were patroling the parking lot on the gator. You called me at midnight to come walk the entire fair grounds looking for this badge...because you thought that you would get fired. It turned out that the badge was at home the entire time. But we walked the fair grounds for a good three hours, never finding a badge, but only becoming better friends. But now I have so many memories to carry with me, but what I want most is my friend back. We used to talk that if anything ever did happen who you would want to take care of you in the ambulance...what would have happened if I was the one having to take care of you. Could I have done it? Am I cut out for EMS? These questions cross my mind everyday.
All my love goes to Kim and the boys, you know that I am only a phone call away.

Kelly Arbogast
Greene County Rescue

September 6, 2003

What are the two words a cop dreads to hear? Easy, "no donuts!" I remember laughing at that- teh bumper stickers that said "bad cop, nop donut"I laughed at that....untill I saw his face. Hardly a kid, yet barely an adult. The kind of person mom would have wanted me to ask to the prom. Kinda handsome, but not obnoxiously manly. He looked like he could hold the world in the palm of his hand.....But he was in teh hospital, fighting for his life. Suddenly, the donut jokes lost their humor for good. Head pounding, heart racing, brain frying, soul praying. A mother without a son...A buddy without a partner...A world without a protctor. Amazing how the papers can punch you in the face like that. I didn't know this man, but a part of me died with him. The words they use to explain the "story" billions of words going through my brain..two billion words..two million words...two thousand words..two hundred words...twenty words..down to just two words...the two worded a cop most freads to hear..."Officer down"
R.I.P

Explorer10105
VA

September 5, 2003

Sleep Well my brother. God Bless You and your Family.

Investigator Vernon L. White
Chesapeake Sheriff's Virginia

September 5, 2003