Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Mike,
It's been a while since I have left you a reflection. I'm still here just living life. I miss you like always and think of you all the time. Life's just not the same without you. Nothing is.
I love you, Babe.
Jackie Chan!!
Jen

August 3, 2007

Hold down the fort for us buddy. God willing we will all meet you soon. Para la madre de Michael Waters: gracias por compartido su hijo.

Gillock

May 9, 2007

Mike,
It's been almost 7 years since we met. That night and those memories I hold dear.
I just realized the other day that you've been gone longer than we were even together. That's so weird to me. But I guess the longer I'm here, the longer you'll be gone. That probably makes no sense...
Don passed away two nights ago. Mom is taking it hard. There's been so much death recently and it saddens me. But I guess that's what life is about and we just have to accept it - but it doesn't make it any easier.
I'm going through your cds tomorrow and I'm going to introduce Aidan to Don Williams. I figured that's the best way for him to get to know who you are - he can listen to one of your favorite singers. It may be difficult for him to understand, but he will know who you are and how much you mean to me. I've already "introduced" him to you by showing him your pictures and your case filled with your things. You will never be forgotten!
I miss you as much as ever.
All my love, Jennifer

March 28, 2007

Reading these reflections is really putting a lump in my throat. Thank you Michael for your sacrifice! I'm sure you are continuing your watch over the rest of us continuing your work. May God bless you and all your family.

Officer

February 14, 2007

Over 3 years have passed since your EOW and I know those that love you think of you every day and silent tears still fall in you memory and will continue to do so for as long as they walk this earth. They will never forget you nor will the Blue Family ever let that happen as you are a true hero and heroes never die. I would like to leave this poem that someone sent me for your loved ones to read, continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those still out on patrol.

Poem by Richard Fife:

No person is ever truly alone.
Those who live no more,
Whom we loved,
Echo still within our thoughts,
Our words, our hearts.
And what they did,
And who they were,
Becomes a part of all that we are,
Forever.

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

January 28, 2007

Rest easy, sleep well my child.
Rest easy, sleep well.

Peace, peace, and farewell...

Mother

January 3, 2007

Happy Birthday, Babe.
Miss you and love you always,
Jenn

December 18, 2006

Mike,
Today would have been our 4 year wedding anniversary. I can't believe that you have been gone now for 3 years. It still seems so unreal to me. I was thinking about our wedding and honeymoon. I know if there was one thing we would change it would've been NOT hiking that huge volcano! What were we thinking? I griped the whole way up and you griped the whole way down! Good times. Oh well, we made it to the top and I have the picture to prove it!
I'm thankful that I will always have those memories that mean so much to me. Our time together, while way too short, was precious to me. Not a moment goes by that I don't think of you and miss you.
Loving you always,
Jenn

November 21, 2006

We had alot of fun and crazy moments while working at West Memphis Police Department. I'll never forget the time you dropped your brand new motorcycle on the gravel lot at the dog kennels. After that you gained the nickname of "lay it down waters". You are missed by several people and thought about daily. Rest in peace brother.

PFC. Jeremy G. Gore
ARKANSAS HIGHWAY POLICE

September 20, 2006

to Jennifer and family I saw the picture of your husband and son in the new paper. The first thing I thought was so young but so brave!! He gave his life doing what he loved. To me that is such a blessing to have had a husband and a son who would give his life to stop the bad guys. It makes me fell good as a citizen to know that there was someone that day watching out for us.As a wife Jennifer be very proud you had someone in your life that was so very brave. As a mother and father be so proud of yourselves that you raised someone like Michael Waters.
Praying for you!!

September 12, 2006

Mike,
I met with your Mother today and had a really nice time. We reminisced about you of course. I can imagine that you had a really big smile on your face seeing us together having a good time.
It's so hard to believe that it has been 3 years now since I've seen you. Nothing has changed - I still love you, need you and miss you.
Jennifer

September 11, 2006

TO THE FAMILY OF OFFICER WATERS:
HE IS REMEMBERED TODAY FOR THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE. HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
I KNOW THAT TODAY BRINGS BACK SO MANY MEMORIES, THE GOOD AND THE BAD. MEMORIES OF HIS VOICE, SMILE, THE LAST TIME YOU TALKED WITH HIM, THE LAST TIME YOU SAW HIM. IT IS SO HARD BECAUSE YOU "WISH FOR YESTERDAY AND HIM".
KNOW THAT OTHERS ARE THINKING OF YOU TODAY AND FEELING YOUR HURT AND PAIN.
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND GIVE YOU COMFORT TODAY AND ALWAYS.

LORRAINE BOND (MOTHER)
HAMILTON CO. TN. SHERIFF DEPUTY:
DONALD K. BOND, JR.
EOW: 09.06.01

September 11, 2006

You and your family are always a thought in my mind on a daily basis, but especially today.

September 11, 2006

Sweet sleep for you and G-d's Blessings for you and your family.

September 11, 2006

MIKE I WAS STILL IN IRAQ WHEN I FOUND OUT ABOUT YOUR DEATH ALMOST 3 YEARS AGO IT SEEMS JUST LIKE YESTERDAY WE WERE IN THE ACADEMY. I AM SORRY I COULD NOT MAKE YOUR LAST PATROL BUT WILL ALWAYS KNOW THAT YOU ARE PATROLLING TO MAKE IT BETTER FOR THE PEOPLE WHO YOU LOVED TO SERVE AND PROTECT. GOD SPEED MY FRIEND. AND TO JENNIFER I NEVER MET YOU BUT WANT TO WISH YOU ALL THE BEST.


YOR ACADEMY PAL TUFFMAN

DEPUTY ROBERT ROGERS
PHILLIPS COUNTY ARKANSAS

September 7, 2006

To Jennifer and family,
A couple years ago I read Officer Waters' memorial on this site. Something has always compelled me to read it from time to time. I have never been anything than super impressed with how, after all these years, you all still post meaningful words to Michael. Your words have been very powerful and sincere. You are the text book definition of what love really is and I thank you for that fro the bottom of my heart. God bless you and I am very happy that another chapter in your lives have been closed so that another can begin. God bless you all.

Officer
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Dept

September 5, 2006

Michael, on September 1, 2006, 9:30 a.m., will be 3 years since the last time I saw you... I pray I get to see you soon. I really miss you, my dear son.

Mom

August 31, 2006

I first want to thank you for your dedicated service to law enforcement and that you are a true hero and heroes never die. Your loved ones will never let you be forgotten nor will the Blue Family ever let that happen I know the feeling your mother has in her heart, a hole that will be there forever. When you were small she carried you in her arms, now she carries you in her heart and always will. It will soon be 3 years, a day that will be very hard for your loved ones and close friends. There are no magic words I can offer them to help them except to take one day at a time, thats all they can do. Wrap your wings around them and protect them from harm and help them with their grief. Also, keep watch over those still out on patrol protecting the Thin Blue Line. You have not been forgotten.

"Always in our hearts
Always in our words
Forever young
Forever Blue
Our Guardian Angel."

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

Bob Gordon, Chicago Gold Star Father

August 25, 2006

THEY CAUGHT HIM! Otis Graham is in U.S. Marshall custody. He was in St. Louis, MO. It has been all over the news. There aren't enough words to describe the emotions everyone is feeling. Thank God, and the U.S. Marshall's.

TH
Memphis Police Dept

July 26, 2006

Sweetheart, they have arrested the last one. Nothing will ever make anything better, but at least they don't get away with it either. God will be the final judge.

I love you and I miss you and I know that you know but, I still have to tell you... remember?

Mom

Mother

July 25, 2006

Mike,
The final suspect in your death has finally been caught - after almost 3 years! He was involved in a robbery this morning and supposedly the US Marshalls have him now. I just started crying my eyes out when I heard the news! It feels so good to know that they are all going to be in jail now - and hopefully for a long, long time. It's also bittersweet because now we may have to go through another trial. The thought of reliving your accident tears me to pieces. But I'd do anything to have this guy put away. I called your Mom right away and told her the news. She started crying, too! It's such a great relief.
I wish I could call and tell you the news - but hopefully you know what's going on.
I love you and miss you!
Jennifer

July 25, 2006

I wanted to let you know that we have not forgotten you, we seem to talk about you everyday. I noticed that when John Walsh (America's Most Wanted)did his Police Week Show, he started walking from your panel and stopped at Mark's. Coincidence? I think not. You pulled some strings to get on TV, didn't you? :) Jen is doing well, and I thank you. Take care.

TH
Memphis Police Department, TN

June 28, 2006

Sweetheart, today is Dad's birthday... all he wants is a hug from you.

Love you and miss you.

Mom

Mother

June 27, 2006

Mike,

I met Jennifer and some of your friends in Washington this year. It's obvious that you were an amazing person that will never be forgotten. I hope 3 years from now my husband's friends will still go to Washington to honor him as your friends did for you. You will be remembered as a hero.

Jennifer,
Thank you for giving me hope for the future. It's comforting to talk to someone who knows exactly what I'm going through. I will try to get your email through ODMP or you can get mine through Northern California COPS.

Jo Ann Lasater
Wife of Officer Larry Lasater, EOW 4/24/05

May 22, 2006

Mike,
The trip to Washington was very emotional as usual. I'm so glad I have the opportunity to go and honor you every year, but it brings all the emotions right back to the surface. And to see all the new widows who are where I was almost 3 years ago -- it's so difficult to feel that pain again.
I feel like you know what is in my heart, but once again I will tell you that I love you dearly and miss you so much. I will always need your love and wish you were here. I miss your laugh. I miss your hugs. I miss us. My love for you will never end.
Love forever, Jennifer



When I think back on these times
And the dreams we left behind
I'll be glad 'cause I was blessed
To get to have you in my life
When I look back on these days
I'll look and see your face
You were right there for me

In my dreams I'll always see you soar above the sky
In my heart there will always be a place for you
For all my life I'll keep a part of you with me
And everywhere I am, there you'll be

Well you showed me how to feel
Feel the sky was in my reach
And I always will remember all the strength you gave to me

Your love made me make it through
Oh, I owe so much to you
You were right there for me

In my dreams I'll always see you soar above the sky
In my heart there will always be a place for you
For all my life I'll keep a part of you with me
And everywhere I am, there youll be

'Cause I always saw in you my light, my strength
And I want to thank you now
For all the ways you were right there for me, You were right there for me
For always

Artist: Faith Hill
Title: There You'll Be

May 15, 2006