Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

About a year and a half ago when I was working at another agency for overtime I sat in a patrol car with an officer. We were both working the graveyard shift together. We had coffee. The evening was long, boring and cold. We talked about police politics and life issues in general. Being a Christian I have an interest in others, what they think about God and if appropriate, their faith if any, in God. The subject came up in our conversation. I asked the officer if he believed in God. We talked alot about this subject. The conversation at one point went in the direction of "Where do you think you are going if you died".

The officer I was speaking to was Officer Jim Lewis from Tacoma.

2 Peter 3:9

Officer Pamela Garland
Evergreen Police

April 28, 2004

I NEVER DREAMED IT WOULD BE ME,
MY NAME FOR ALL ETERNITY.
RECORDED HERE AT THIS HALLOWED PLACE,
ALAS, MY NAME, NO MORE MY FACE.
"IN THE LINE OF DUTY" I HEAR THEM SAY.
MY FAMILY NOW THE PRICE TO 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 THEY KEEP THIS THOUGHT IN MIND.
I NEVER DREAMED IT WOULD BE ME,
AND WITH A HEAVY HEART AND BENDED KNEE,
I ASK FOR ALL HERE FROM THE PAST...

DEAR GOD LET MY NAME BE THE LAST.

LT. JAMES A. WILLIAMS
N.Y.P.D.

April 28, 2004

I stop by this website often after the death of two dear friends with the NCSHP (Troopers Calvin Taylor E.O.W. October 3, 2001 and Anthony Cogdill E.O.W. May 30, 2003).
Unfortunately, I had to add the name of another friend. Deputy Jeffrey Hewitt, Buncombe County (NC) Sheriff’s Department, E.O.W. April 4, 2004.

I am saddened to see the name of another officer added to this list today.

We all grieve over the lives lost in the line of duty. I hope you can find some comfort knowing that there are countless prayers that go out for your family.

These are senseless tragedies that never seem to stop. God Bless the men and women who continue to serve their communities in our great Nation.

...Gone, but never Forgotten....

Marti Ingle (EMT-Paramedic)
Haywood Co EMS (NC)

April 28, 2004

To the family and friends of Officer Lewis.

To Those I love And To Those Who Love Me:

When I am gone, release me, let me go
I have so many things to see and do.
You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears,
Be happy that we had so many years.

I gave you my love, you can only guess
How much you gave me in happiness.
I thank you for the love you each have shown
But now it's time I traveled alone.

So grieve awhile for if grieve you must
Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It's only for a while that we must part
So bless the memories within your heart.

I won't be far away, for life goes on
So if you need me, call and I will come.
Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near
And if you listen to your heart, you'll hear
All of my love around you soft and clear.

And then, when you must come this way alone
I'll greet you with a smile and say
"Welcome Home"

May we keep the memories of our loved ones alive.

To all of Law Enforcement Officer's STAY SAFE.....

Peggy Maher-Dreher
Sister of Patrick Maher Federal Way PD EOW 8-3-03

April 28, 2004

AS WE WONDER WHY ANOTHER HERO HAS BEEN TAKEN, i CAN ONLY IMAGINE THAT GOD NEEDED HIM MORE THEN US. WE SHARE YOUR HEARTACHE AND LOSS EACH AND EVERY DAY. REST PEACEFULLY JIM THOSE OF US LEFT BEHIND WILL CARRY ON WITH HONOR.

Deputy Robert Francis
Chelan County SO

April 28, 2004

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

APD #128
Altoona Police Dept. Altoona, Pa

April 28, 2004

Every day I visit this site praying that there are no new names, today my heart sank as I saw yet another new name added to the list; To the family and friends of Officer Lewis, and to the TPD members, may God bless you and be with you in this time of sorrow. America lost another hero today; you are now 10-42 go walk a beat on Heaven's streets, you've done your time in Hell, you are a blue angel, R.I.P. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. God Speed!
Besafe!!!!

Diane Dodge
Polk County Sheriff's Office, Florida

April 28, 2004

our thoughts and prayers go out to all your friends, family and co works . wife of riverdale 2-4-04 god bless

rpd
rpd

April 28, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Police Officer Jim Lewis
… and the Tacoma Police Department… our hearts and prayers are with you all...... Thank you for a job well done Jim... rest in peace as you continue your watch from the heavens......your memory will never be forgotten...

God Bless....Be Safe..... and wear your vests...

Vin, Pook and all of us at beyond-the-blue

Vin and Pook- Site Owners
beyond-the-blue

April 28, 2004

TO:The family;loved ones;friends and department members: A POLICE OFFICER'S PRAYER:--- O, gentle Lord! Keep the day/night watch with me . As I begin my tour of duty,I ask your protection from all mental,physical and spiritual harm. Sustain me with the knowledge that I am doing your work,endeavoring to keep peace among your people. Help me be just as I enforce the law without prejudice or favor to anyone. May I be courageous but not reckless in carrying out my duties.Let me respond to all calls with haste realizing that so many are dependent on me for life and safety. Support me with your consoling power when I am tempted to think no one really cares and that I am taken for granted. Sustain in me the conviction that so many thousands do care and are gratefulfor my presence. Grant that I may be loyal to my partner and fellow officers,and that I may back them up effectively when called upon for assistance. Lord, Iask that I may return safely,after my tour of duty,to my loved ones and those who love me.I pray that I may be a good and honorable police officer ; and after my tour of duty is over here on earth,may I enjoy the peace and happiness of heaven that you have promised to those who serve you well. AMEN *** REST IN PEACE***Sent to you by the father of First Class Officer J.D.Koeppen,Capital City Raleigh NC and Trooper D.C.Koeppen,NJ State Police.

Chief (retired) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington New Jersey

April 28, 2004

Rest in Peace. Protect us from above....

Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept,NY

April 28, 2004

May the Good Lord greet you Officer Lewis in his arms at the pearly gates of Heaven! It was with great sadness that I drove past your final departure location on your EOW, while I was taking my son to a store on 4-27-04. I was in tears, as I saw the cordoned area with a PD MC lying on it's side. My son knew as well, and instantly began to pray out loud. May God keep you, and may He ever watch over your survivors. May He also keep the men and women of the Tacoma PD strong and of good cheer in these difficult days.

Detective Ron Smith
Seattle PD

April 28, 2004

Too many uniformed angles in Heaven. Godspeed.

CPC Cyndie Parks
Renton Police

April 28, 2004

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

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

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE

April 28, 2004

To the Family and Friends of Officer Jim Lewis and his co-workers on Tacoma PD. My heartfelt sympathy and condolence go out to each and every one of you. Words cannot ease the pain that each of you are experiencing at this very sad time. I know how you feel and what you're going through. I am one of the surviving siblings of Deputy Mark Brown, Shoreline PD Motors, EOW 2/27/1999 and Deputy Rich Cochran, KCSO Motors, EOW 5/22/1991. May the Good Lord watch over our Loved ones. Rest in Peace Officer Lewis...you're now riding in Heaven with Two of the Best.

Detective Mike Brown
King County Sheriff's Office

April 28, 2004

I stop by this web site everyday after the death of my brother. I am very happy for everyday that goes by and name is not added. I am also very saddend when i see a new name has been added.

I wish to extend my sincere sympathies to the family friends and co-workers of Officer Lewis. May God be your comfort and know that the the prayers of many are with you. This one hits closer to home. I am so sorry for your loss.

Officer Lewis thank you for you selfless acts, your dedication, courage, and sacrifice you will not be forgotton.

...AT PEACE WITH HONOR

Emory, Ephrata, WA
brother of Ferry County WA Undersheriff Matt Lane EOW 5/30/03

April 28, 2004

To the men and women of the Tacoma Police Department:

You are all in my prayers right now. I know that it has been a tough week for you all. I had a chance to work with Officer Lewis on multiple occasions while working as an EMT in Tacoma. He was an outstanding officer!! Know that he will never be forgotten!!!!

God Bless You All
Jenny Frame

Civilian Jenny Frame

April 28, 2004

Our deepest condolences to the Family, friends, and co-workers of Officer Lewis.

Newark NJ PD Auto Theft Task Force

April 28, 2004

MAY GOD BLESS THE FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND COWORKERS OF OFFICER LEWIS. MAY THEY KNOW THE COMFORT AND LOVE THAT GOD GIVES US AT TIMES LIKE THIS. MY BROTHER, MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. A HERO FOR SURE. YOU SERVED WELL.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

April 28, 2004

I saw your accident reported on the news and I prayed you'd make
it, but unfortunately your injuries were too severe. I know that your
dept. is devastated as well as your immediate family and friends. Thank
you for your 19 years of service and your supreme sacrifice. May God
comfort those who will be grieving for many years to come and may they
feel His presence and know His peace. John 3:16
With deep sorrow,
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

April 28, 2004

Officer Lewis,
You are gone but never forgotten. Thank you for your service

Deputy
King County Sheriff's Office

April 28, 2004

Rest in peace brother. My sympathy to the family and friends of Officer Jim Lewis. My prayers are with you and the members of the Tacoma Police Department. Besafe.

Cpl. Bryan Taylor
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Tampa, Fl.

April 28, 2004

My heart felt sympothy goes out to the Lewis family and Ofc. Lewis' brothers within the Tacoma Police Department. This is truely a great loss to the city, the department and society. God speed Officer Lewis, my prayers are with you. God bless the Tacoma Police Department in these tough trying times you have been experiencing.

MPO James Belford
King County Sheriff, WA

April 28, 2004

I climbed mountains with Jim-I'll always remember standing on the summit of Mt. Stuart with him. A more courageous man, I'll never know.

Mike Buker-civilian

April 28, 2004

Rest easy brother, The watch is ours now.

Officer
Atlanta Police

April 28, 2004