Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hello Darlin'

Another day without you. Some of them last so long. I never go long without thinking of you. I've noticed the days are getting longer. You always kept track of the days until spring for me. I long to see you. One glad day, love. Have a great Heaven's day. Say hi to Mom. love deb

Loving wife, deb

February 25, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this 3rd anniversary of your end of watch. To some those 3 years has felt like only yesterday, but to others it may have seemed like an eternity. You are a true hero and heroes never die, nor will you ever be forgotten. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line.

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

December 5, 2006

Hello Darlin'

Yesterday, today and tomorrow. I continue to love you, think of you and miss you. One glad day we will be together again. Love Deb

Debbie Clapp-Proud Wife

December 4, 2006

Hello Darlin'

Today is Easter. Christ the Lord is risen today! You know that for a certainty since you're with the risen Lord. I Believe, Mark. I do not grieve as those who have no hope. I know you're okay and I'll see you again. I'm terribly lonely and sad. I hope that day when we're together is soon. Hug my mom, Mark. I love you bunches. deb

Debbie Clapp-Proud Wife

April 16, 2006

Hi Honey,

You are never far from my thoughts. Certainly never a full day. But today is our Birthday and I've thought of you constantly. You always loved it that we shared a birthday. You loved to remind me that you were a year older then I. You loved to joke to people who noticed our shared date that it was amazing because we also shared the same Wedding Anniversary! The past two years I've bought flowers and split them with you. I hate it that I have to leave yours in the cemetary! I'm very sad tonight. I worked and that was tiring, but it's emotions that is really weighing me down tonight. I'm now 47 and you'll always be 45. What is birthdays like in heaven? Are the dates that you are born in this world unimportant and the date that you're born into that world the one that is celebrated? Do you ever see Mom? Do you ever think of me? I love you honey. Have a great heaven's day. Love Deb

Debbie Clapp-Proud Wife

April 7, 2006

Debbie~
I am thinking of you and your son as today marks the 2 year EOW date. I remember our first year in Washington D.C. and how we all had had only 6 months to grieve prior to seeing our husbands names on The Wall. It seems like eons ago, but yet parts of it seems like yesterday.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers today. God Bless.

Juli Verkler
Widow of Ptlm. Bryan S. Verkler EOW 12/13/03

December 5, 2005

Hey Mark! Since that horrible day I made Lieutenant. All the times I rode with you, but you never got down to ride with me. I miss our talks on the phone. I miss your humor. No, you never rode with me before that day, but you ride with me most nights now. One great thing about being a Christian is you can always say see ya later and it will be true! See ya later.

Lt. H. Wayne Shake
Greensburg Indiana Police

June 27, 2005

Hello Darlin'
I miss you, Babe. I'm so sad and hurt and angry that you didn't receive the justice that was due you by Man's court. It is wrong and hateful and I still can't believe it. Honey, Christ holds the final justice and I'm resting in that. I love you and am proud of you and I made sure I held my head up high in front of that drug crazed creep and his defense attorney. We are having a walk in your name. YOU are a wonderful, giving, serving person. No way can that teen say that or someone say it about him. You are wonderful and I love you today as I always have. Have a wonderful Heaven's Day, Mark. Until Jesus says to me "come" I'm still your wife. Bye, Babe. Love Deb

Debbie Clapp-Wife

March 14, 2005

54-26, you are not forgotten! Your memory, and the memory of all fallen officers, will be perpetuated through the memorial police car your son is now working on. Thank you for your service to your town, state, and our nation as a whole. When I am commissioned, I will think about your sacrifice every time I go 10-41. Rest in peace, for you have set an example for others to live by. It was a privelege to have met you.

Dennis Boyle

February 6, 2005

Mark,I don't even know where to start. You have always been in my life, and now suddenly, you aren't. It hurts. You and Deb were always there at all my school stuff, all my birthday parties, all the Christmases and New Years, all the Saturday nights when you guys and Mom and Dad would torture Jessica, Aaron and me. You were the one that my dad fished with. The one who made us all love COPS and always had a smile on your face. You always loved any meal I made, no matter how weird it was. I miss your hugs, your laughter and hearing you say "how was your day my little blond haired girl?" I love you and will miss you until I see you again someday!

Emily

December 9, 2004

Words cannot express the loss than I am sure that Mrs. Clapp and Aaron are feeling at this time. I heard of the news this weekend and got online to find out if it was true because I couldn't believe it. That is when I came across this page and all of the moving reflections for Mr. Clapp.
He was a wonderful man who put his family above everything and his job second. He was a dedicated individual and a caring man. He loved and cheerished his wife and was beaming with pride over his son, Aaron.
He welcomed me into a community to which I was unfamiliar and made me welcomed. My most vivid memory of him was the day he volunteered his personal time away from his family and responsibilities to serve as a safety officer for my farm safety camp. He lead in the emergency personnel, being the first on the scene for the mock disaster. His vehicle came flying around the corner of the school with lights and sirens blazing and Mark was all business. It was a memorable experience to those young children involved and hopefully a life changing experience. He was dedicated to making his community a safer place and it was!
My condolances to Mrs. Clapp and Aaron. He will be missed. But I bet he has already gotten God laughing at his jokes. They are both watching down on you. But remember you are not alone down here. You have many family and friends here who care and want to help you get through this rough time. Let them help. If there is anything I can do, please let me know!
I know that Mr. Clapp touched my life as well as many others and that I am a better person for it.

Sincerely,

Ms. Bennii Shore
Former Ag Teacher / FFA Adivsor
North Montgomery High School

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Former Montgomery Co. Resident

September 19, 2004

Hello Darlin'

I am so sad that another officer has died. I wanted to believe that it was over-it wouldn't happen again. I still want to believe that I can wake up and this is a hideous dream and you'll hold me and soothe me and your eyes will crinkle as you smile down on me and assure me that everything will be fine. That's what I want. For you to be back. Or to go to you. I wouldn't have loved you less to feel less pain now. But I'm miserable. I love you and miss you. Have a great Heavens Day. Love Deb

Debbie Clapp

August 20, 2004

God bless you and your family at your tragic loss. You will never be forgotten.

DE
St. Louis City Police

June 25, 2004

Hello Darlin',
Man I miss you. I don't know how I can hurt this bad and still live. I hate it, I hate it, I hate it! I survived DC. Way too many firsts. It was hard, Mark. I was so sad and so angry. I'm going nuts, I really mean it. They warned me that I would think so, but I think that I'm actually certifiable. I got a new car. Yellow. I know you're not surprised. I CAN'T WAIT UNTIL WE'RE TOGETHER AGAIN. Say hi to Dan. I just know you have to know him. His wife Janice is just super. Dan died in the line of duty in 2001. We have alot in common and I'm sure that you guys are having a ball. Tell him that she's great. Mark the last thing you said to me was I'm okay honey, just hang in there. I know in Christ that you are okay. I'm trying to hang in there Mark, just like you said, but it's hard and I'm tired and I'm sad. I love you, Markie. Love Deb

Wife Debbie

May 26, 2004

I met Marshal Richard (Mark) Clapp at the Drug Enforcement Administration, Clandestine Labortory Training in Quantico, Virgina. He sat in front of me and the minute I sat down we became friends. The short week that I spent with Mark was a learning experence. He had several years of experence but had the motovation and the enthusiasm of a young officer. Sitting in the airport waiting for our plane to leave for Indianapolis was also a joy, he talked about his family and his son that he was very so proud of who was just starting his law enforcement career.
Rest in Peace Mark you will never be forgotten. Thanks for the friendship.

Detective Duane E. Burgess
Johnson County Sheriff's Office

May 17, 2004

I met Mark Clapp in January 1977. He was one of the best friends I ever had. We grew through life and our faith in Christ together as we got older. Talking faith as much as we talked shop. Meth labs or whatever.
I am mad at Mark. Why does he think he gets to go home early to be with our Lord when the rest of us still have to struggle through this life. He will greet me at Heaven's gate, show me around. Then he'll say he has to go. It will be time for him to go patrol the streets of Heaven.

Sgt. H. Wayne Shake
Greensburg Indiana Police

April 12, 2004

From a brother officer & fellow Hoosier...God bless, Marshal Clapp.

Special Agent Dennis Duncan
Norfolk Southern Railway Police

February 23, 2004

most people would tell you that law enforcement is a dangerous job. i never listened. I was always afriad when there was a domestic call or when i heard dispatch say use caution with someone. My husband was a little man but his size never mattered to him. He wanted to be a policeman, he wanted to make the small town we lived in a safe place for everyone. i never thought that directing traffic would be the worst thing that he could do. I just want to say to all the officers that read this "To be careful out there and watch out for other drivers and be careful so you can go home to your family" GOD BLESS

Wife of Officer Toby Dirickson
EOW 11-2-03

January 2, 2004

I met this fine gentleman in 2001 while buying a retired squad car, about a week after I was hired as a police officer and a day before I was sworn in. Upon learning that I was a newly-appointed member of the law enforcement community, Marshal Clapp shook my hand vigorously and instantly treated me like a brother. I thank him for that experience so early in my career, that introduced me to the true brotherhood of police officers and families throughout America. He has now joined the ranks of God's army, too soon for us here on earth but much needed up there I'm sure. God Bless the Clapp family and all who knew Marshal Clapp in this time of grieving. We'll see you again soon!

Officer Scott Lake
Illinois State University Police Dept.

December 19, 2003

They say that a man's wealth is not measured in money, but in the number of friend's he has. I see that you are one of the richest. May God Bless you and may he keep your family in his gentle embrace. I believe that there are angels among us and hope you will be watching over us from your heavenly beat. We'll take it from here. Rest easy brother

Detective Chuck Haley
Spokane Co (WA) Sheriff's Office

December 18, 2003

Our most heartfelt condolences to Marshal Clapp's family, friends and to the town of New Richmond. Your loss is our loss. You will be sadly missed. May you now rest in peace.

Lt. Pat Rice and Officer Jon Tindal
Elwood Police Dept. Elwood, IN

December 17, 2003

OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS GOES OUT TO OFFICER CLAPP FAMILY AND FRIENDS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY YOUR LOVE ONE REST IN PEACE.
MOTHER OF OFFICER RON JONES
PPD, EOW 12/26/01

December 15, 2003

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Marshal Clapp.

While I did not have the privilege to have known him, I am sure that he has earned his seat in heaven. Rest in Peace my friend, those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin, blue line.

ILEA 99-139, C Squad

December 15, 2003

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Patrolman Clapp.

While I did not have the privilege to have known him, I am sure that he has earned his seat in heaven. Rest in Peace my friend, those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin, blue line.

ILEA 99-139, C Squad

December 15, 2003

We are devastated at Mark'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, friends, and co-workers!

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

December 14, 2003