Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My fiance, Dennis McElderry, was the first law enforcement casualty of 2003. Dennis died doing a job he loved, just as I'm sure Mark did. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and Mark be the last to die this way.

Having gone through the pain of losing Dennis I can truly understand and feel the pain that Investigator Tucker's family, friends, and co-workers must be feeling. My heart goes out to you all, especially to his wife. No one can truly understand the pain of our loss until they've walked in our shoes. 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 Mark 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 Mark 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 say "hello" to my fiance Dennis for me.

Peace, Love, Luck, and Happiness!

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Deputy Sheriff Dennis McElderry's fiancee - EOW (01/01/03)

February 15, 2004

You will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace brother.

Master Officer L.L. Herrington
Raleigh Police Department

February 14, 2004

I never thought it would be me
My name for all eternity
Recorded here at this hallowed place
Alas, my name, no more face

"In the line of duty" I hear them say
My family now the price will pay
My folded flag stained with their tears
We only had those few short years

The badge no longer on my chest
I sleep now in eternal rest
My sword I pass to those behind
And pray to keep this thought in mind

I never dreamed it would be me
And with heavy heart and bended knee
I ask for all here from the past
Dear God, let my name be the last

""North Carolina Law Enforcement Memorial""

We have lost another warrior in our department. Thank you Tucker for your loyality in our profession, your 28 years, the way your wore your badge and your dedication to duty. Watch out for us down here brother.

Deputy Thomas Hawley
WCSO K-9

February 14, 2004

RIP
If only the public we serve really understood what the death of a police officer really means. We all hurt.

Detective
Burbank PD (CA)

February 14, 2004

Rest in Peace Brother, Our prayers to ur family.

Sgt.

February 14, 2004

To the friends and family of Investigator Tucker, may God bless you and be with you in this time of sorrow. America lost another hero today; Investigator Tucker was doing his job when he was called to heaven. Rest in peace brother your work on earth is done; go patrol the highways of heaven and guide us all to protect and serve others safely. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. God Speed!

Diane Dodge
Polk County Sheriff's Office, Florida

February 14, 2004

My heart goes out to the family of Invetigator Tucker. I did not personally know Investigator Tucker, however we are all brothers and sisters. As I was visiting the Officer down memorial page, listening to my kids call out"daddy" I wonder if he has kids who will be calling for him. We take so much for granted.I saw that the suspect was in custody, I hope Justice will be served.It's a shame that he only had two years to retire, I'm sure he was an outstanding officer for his department and a person who will be sorely missed by his family, friends, and fellow officers. I will pray that God will strengthen everyone affected by his loss.

M.W.Stalls-Martin Co S O

Investigator M.W.Stalls
Martin County S.O.

February 14, 2004

Tucker,

The citizens and law enforcement of Wake County thank you
for your many years of service. The dedication you brought to
the Wake County Sheriff's Office and the community will not
be forgotten. Keep an eye out up there. We got it from here.

Deputy David A. Bradford
Wake County Sheriff's Office
Patrol Division K-9

Deputy David Bradford
Wake County Sheriff's Office

February 14, 2004

Rest In Peace.....

Constable Dave Austin
Dekalb Co. Alabama Constable/K9 Handler

February 14, 2004

Mark, I have known you a long time. I can't believe that God took such a fine lawman and human being away from us. It is incomprehensible to me that three of Wake Countie's finest are no longer with us, in such a short span of time. Your memory will always be with me...
Sean.

Sgt. Sean Pearson
Apex Police Department, NC

February 14, 2004

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE OFFICERS
WISH TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES. OUR THOUGHTS
AND PRAYERS ARE WITH INVEST. TUCKER, HIS FAMILY
AND CO-WORKERS.

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE

February 14, 2004

To the Tucker Family:
I just want to let you know that there are many prayers going up to heaven for you and your family right now. I pray that they will apprehend the criminals, and that you and your entire family can know that justice has been served. I am the wife of an officer and am praying that God will give you strength to face the coming days.

February 14, 2004

your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

E M. Bruss #2181 - Police officer
V.A. Campus Police Department
Houston, TX

Eric M. Bruss
U.S. Dept of Veterans Aff. Police

February 14, 2004

To Officers Tucker, family,friends and co-worker, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May your love one rest in peace. God Bless you in your lonely days ahead.

Mother of Officer Ron Jones
EOW 12/26/01,PPD

February 14, 2004

Mark,
Its truly another sad occasion for our agency,but we want you to know that we will carry on do what you have loved for 28 long God Blessed years.I had the pleasure of working with you on an assault case about a year or so ago,and you were very helpful to me in getting it prosecuted.I want you to know that justice will be served in your honor,and hopefully very soon.May God greet you with his love and sweet presence my brother,because you have served well.We love you, we will miss you,but I know for sure that you are alright now.
Deputy R D Davis (B1)825

Deputy R D Davis
Wake County Sheriff's Office

February 14, 2004

To the men and women of the Wake County Sheriff's Office and Sheriff Tucker's family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Our department knows what you're going through and we send our prayers and thoughts. Sheriff Tucker...take it easy, we've got the watch from here. Please keep us safe on the street.

-Ofc. Shannon McBride, LGPD, Montgomery County, PA

Officer Shannon McBride
Lower Gwynedd PD, Montgomery Cty, PA

February 14, 2004

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service

Shannon
private citizen

February 13, 2004

To our brother with whom we server side by side. May you rest in peace and know that we will not stop until we find who did this to you. God bless your family

officer R.J.Pike
Raleigh Police Department

February 13, 2004

May GOD bless the family of Investigator Mark Reid Tucker.


The Men and Women of the Amtrak Police Department extends our deepest sympathy to the Wake County (NC) Shefiff's Office and to the family of Investigator Tucker.

GOD bless!!!

Criminal Investigator
Amtrak Police Department NY & NJ Division

February 13, 2004

ANOTHER SOLDIER FELL TODAY

Another soldier fell today
Not fighting in Iraq but
Fighting in a war that has been going on much longer

Another soldier fell today
CNN will not cover the story
This soldier just as important if not more important
fighting in a war much closer to home

Another soldier fell today
How many people will know
A true hero died trying to protect our own

Another soldier fell today
A true hero in my eyes
Not fighting in a foriegn land but here at home
It was not the enemy that was fighting to protect their country
But an enemy trying to take something that did not belong to them

Another soldier fell today
May God Bless him, his family, and friends
These are true heros who do not fight for fame and fortune
But fight to protect the citizens of our land
From an enemy that looks just like us

Another soldier fell today
How long must we fight this loosing war
A war against crime on our own streets
Against an enemy that keeps coming back

Another soldier fell today.....


Author: Carrol Graves

Carrol Graves

February 13, 2004

DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF INVESTIGATOR MARK REID TUCKER.

Anonymous

February 13, 2004

Our Greatest Fear

Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,

an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.

"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,

and once again, I hold back a tear.

They patrol in the state, city, county and town,

in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.

The shape of their badges may vary,

but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.

They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,

but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.

To uphold the law is the job that they pick,

with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?

They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,

after their lives have met tragic ends.

Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,

to many have been lost when gunshots ring out.

Our Heavenly Father has called them home,

no more these dark streets do they roam.

Through trial and error they have given their best,

please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.

Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,

an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.

" Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,

and once again I hold back a tear.

Rest Easy Brother Mark, the Watch is Ours Now and Yours was with Honor. Our Thoughts and Prayers are
with your Family, Friends and Co-Workers.

rjjapd
Altoona Police Dept. Altoona, Pa

February 13, 2004

I would like to offer my heartfelt condolences to family, friends and coworkers.

C.J. Rusk, Deputy Sheriff
Dare County Sheriff's Office, A-District Patrol Division (NC)

February 13, 2004

Mark,
It was 2 days ago when I saw you last. When you said you had to back to your office. When I told you I'd see you later. I did not mean........
Well, anyway, please watch over us all. You and your family will always remain in our prayers. On 12 Feb 04, the Wake Co citizens, WCSO, and the "Law Enforcemnt Family" lost one of the best officers that we have to offer. Thanks for all of the sacrifices you have made throughout your career. You will never be forgotten.


Your Brother in Black and Grey,

A Brandon Smith

PS- Don't worry, I'll get a haircut !!!!

Deputy A. B. Smith
Wake Co Sheriff's Office

February 13, 2004

Rest easy brother the watc is ours now
God bless you and your family

Officer
Atlanta Police

February 13, 2004