Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hey B., Just wanted to tell you that I made that final choice and left the swd and went to the wd. I tried to hold up your legacy as much as possible but it just isn't the same there anymore. It was a hard decision for many reasons but its done. I have completely a whole week at the wd successfully. I cant go a day without thinking about you. I wear our "championship ring" to work everyday and everyone asks about it. I just ask that you be by myside in the wild wild west, and let your family know that I will always be there for them know matter where I am.
Miss you much,
Tanya

P/A L. POWELL
BCPD

February 7, 2008

Hello Bear, Just thinking of you as always. Love, Lulu

lorrie
wife

February 1, 2008

Hello Bear, I don't have much to say today. I'm just missing you as always. You found a hick of a friend when you and Stan meant. He has a good heart and soul. Brandon
thinks very highly of him. I know your proud of Stan. He's
a true friend. Love You, Lulu

lorrie
wife

January 27, 2008

HAPPY NEW YEAR BRIAN,EVEN THO HOLIDAYS HAVEN'T BEEN THE SAME SINCE YOU LEFT, I KNOW YOU WOULD WANT US TO CELEBRATE ALL HOLIDAYS AS WE HAVE WHEN YOU WERE HERE. PLEASE WATCH OVER US & YOUR CO-WORKERS AS THEY CONTINUE TO FIGHT EVIL IN THIS COLD CITY. ALSO, HUG COCO FOR ME, I REALLY MISS YOU BOTH. LOVE YOU ALWAYS,
SHERAE

SHERAE
NIECE

January 1, 2008

Brian,

Keep watch over your co-workers tonight as they patrol the Harbors festivities. I’m sure you and Duke will also have a great view of the fireworks.

Lorrie and family,

As always, I'm keeping all of you in my thoughts. Hope 2008 is a healthy, happy, and promising year for all of us. I’ll see you soon Lorrie.

Love,
Jenn

December 31, 2007

Hello Bear, I am thinking of you as the New Year approaches. I ask you to pray and look out for your family that is still here on earth. Pray for the Police Officers of Marylary and all over the U.S., and finally pray for peace on earth. I Love You, Lorrie

lorrie
wife

December 30, 2007

hey brian
i did not know you or heard of you until i saw your face flash across the news some years ago; however, you will always be someone that i think of when i think of my nephew officer anthony byrd who was killed by a car crash in 2006. it has been difficult for my family to move on as well as i know that it has been difficult for your family. i guess after losing someone; especially since the 2 of you were in the same district that make us family (smile). i ask that you keep a watch over your family and mine. i wish your wife and children a prosperous new year and keep the faith because it will get better as time goes on.

love
sonya

sonya
city resident

December 30, 2007

Hello Bear, I wish I could wish you a Merry Christmas like your son Brandon. I miss you more on Christmas Eve than on Christmas Day itself. I will keep in mind what Brandon said. You are with Christ. We will also keep in mind as always, the true meaning of this holiday. I Love You! Lulu

lorrie
wife

December 24, 2007

Hi Dad, I want to wish you a Merry Christmas. I now that you are with Christ and you are happy there. I Love You, Your son Brandon

Brandon
son

December 24, 2007

Dear family and friends of Officer Brian Winder-
I am deeply saddened and angered to read the story of Brian's death. I hope that you find peace and that God may bless all of you- help get through every day, and carry on. Just know that there are many of us who care, and will continue the struggle for a better place for all of us.

D. T. MacNeill
Maryland Police Officer

December 21, 2007

Lorrie,

As we always said, sometimes the best things said are those things that are not said at all (I can hear you laughing now). You and the family are always in my thoughts. Check your email if you get a chance. I left you one. Much love and hugs too you!

Jenn

Jenn A.

December 10, 2007

Thinking of you as always. Love,Lulu

lorrie
wife

December 9, 2007

Hello Bear, Just wanted to say hello to you on this cold December day. I miss watching these football games with you
I have learned so much since Brandon has been playing. You would be surprised. Love and miss you, Lulu

lorrie
wife

December 2, 2007

Hi Brian, Just wanted to tell u that I Love U!!!! My mother said she misses u too(Valarie). She thinks about u all the time.Dont we all, but we Love U!!!! Love U Always!!!

Kisha
Niece

December 2, 2007

Hey B., have been thinking about you and the family alot. I really miss being around your family, they were my comfort. I have been sort of down and just staying quiet to myself lately. One of the officers got into an accident with 826's car. He is fine. The car is in the shop. I try my best to keep your car up eventhough nobody else does. I remeber when we used to talk about the up keep of our patrol vehicles and how we were the only ones that took care of them as post officers. It's funny Amy said to me the other day "Brian would be upset to know that his post car was banged up". I agreed and laughed. I really miss you B., this place is just not the same. I 'm learning though that my inner strength comes from one place and that God. Watch over your family especially during these holidays. Let them know that you are here in spirit.
Love your friend and partner forever,
T.

Agent L. Powell
BCPD

November 27, 2007

Hi, Brian just wanted to tell u that I Love U!!!!!!

Kisha
Niece

November 25, 2007

Hi Brian, I just had to leave this message by itself. I saw my Aunt Lorrie[ur wife] yesterday at work. When I saw her I wanted to cry because she is an awesome person. She's always there when u need a helping hand and I admire her for that. I just want u to know that u have chose a wonderful wife and when I get marry thats how I'm going to plus more. I want to be able to take my mother, father and grandmom, and I cant leave out my aunt vanessa. U already know I'm going to take care of ur brother Micheal so dont worry about that. I just Love Lorrie with all my heart.Thank u Lorrie, I love u!!! Love U Brian until I see u again!!! Love Kisha

Kisha
Niece

November 22, 2007

Well, Today is Thanksgiving Day and I'm kind of sad. Number one I dont have u here with the family and number two the person that I honestly love and care about is not here with our family. I wish u was here because I know for sure u would have been a big impact on him. Him and I always talk about the most important people that we lost in our lives. He's a very beautiful and intelligent person, he just been through things in his life, like not having his real father around. But he always had his stepfather in his life to be there for him[which is his father].Right now the love of my life which is Amera's father is somewhere he should be. Sometimes in life I think things happen for u to see what u do have in life.And he see's that he achieved alot from where he came from. I believe that he truly learned his lesson about being with the wrong friends because now not one have been there but me.I'm telling u this because it hurts not to have someone that u r engaged to get caught with the wrong crowd. I dont want our family to think of him in a bad way because he is a good person.I havent been on here in a while because I miss u so much I just cry. I dont tell no one because I know everybody have there moments. U was truly a Blessing. U put so much impact on everybody and I love u for that. I know I shouldnt put my life on hold for nobody but I know he's my future husband to be. Everyone has there down fall in life and they go through tough times in a relationship but its a learning experience. We are like best of friends as well as girlfriend and boyfriend. I want to be there for him, because he will do the same for me. Not only that he already been through things before were people he thought that love him , just left him hanging so he had noone but his mother. So, I want to be there for him because I'm truly in love with him. I can give that second chance but more than anything I'm doing this for my children.!! Happy Thanksgiving Brian!! I Love U so much! Just keep wathching over us, and the whole family. Love You!!!

Kisha
Niece

November 22, 2007

Hello Bear, Just thinking of you this Thanksgiving Day. We still find thanks in life with what God has given us. There are no words to describe your absents on Days like today. Love and miss you dearly, Lulu

lorrie
wife

November 22, 2007

Hey B., been thinking about you alot lately. We had another officer shot in the line of duty. It kept me up all night as it reminded me of the day you left us all. I wish that I could say that things are getting better, but I would be lying. I should not complain but I just cant believe how worse off we are now from before. I will just pray about, realize that I am blessed to have what I have and will just take it day by day. I miss you so much!
Love Tanya

Agent L. Powell
BCPD

November 17, 2007

Hello Bear, Your sons are doing well. Corey should be finishing his military training this week. Brandon's football team is going to the campionships. I know you are with them both during their accomplishments. Love and miss you.

lorrie
wife

November 11, 2007

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

November 7, 2007

Just thinking about you bear. Me and kim heard a song today that reminded us of you. Tears came and then we laughed a little. It's good to be able to laugh between the tears. Love and miss you dearly!

lorrie
wife

October 24, 2007

HEY BRIAN, RECENTLY I WENT TO YOUR GRAVE SITE & I INSTANLY THOUGHT OF THE DAY YOU WERE LAID TO REST. IT WAS SO HARD FOR ALL OF US THAT DAY I FELT LIKE THERE WAS NO POINT OF LIVING ANYMORE, & AS I WRITE THIS IT FEELS LIKE ONLY YESTERDAY IT HAPPEN, BUT I KNOW WE ALL WILL BE REUNITED TOGATHER AGAIN. GIVE MY LOVE TO JOEL. WE LOVE YOU!!!!!

SHERAE
NIECE

October 17, 2007

Happy b-day B.

Agent L. Powell
BCPD

October 9, 2007