Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sergeant Crawford..On this 4th anniversary you are not forgotten..Thank you for your service Sir..

K.Baltierra
Riverside County Sheriffs Depart. dispatch

July 30, 2008

The work has not changed much and it probably won't. However, your legacy continues to inspire others...

You are missed and in the hearts of many...

Rod
fire

July 1, 2008

"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
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

April 9, 2008

Hey Hollywood: As you can see we are still thinking about you here in Flag!! God Bless!

Craig Stoneberger
Former Flag P.D./911

January 1, 2008

BRAD(AKA HOLLYWOOD) JUST THINKING ABOUT YOU AND REMEMBERING THE PAMPLET YOU GAVE ME ON ETERNAL LIFE. I STILL HAVE IT AND READ IT FROM TIME TO TIME..GOD BLESS YOU AND I WILL ALWAYS FEEL BLESSED TO KNOW YOU. MARY

mary white
flagstaff police-evidence

November 27, 2007

Thank You for having served the Los Angeles area. I was stoked to discover that a tract of land had been named in Your honor, when other considerations had originally been given, regarding the name.

Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD

July 30, 2007

Sergeant Crawford,
Today marks the third anniversary of your EOW, and people across the country pause to remember your sacrifice. Thank you for your dedication in making the world a better place to be. You will always be remembered.

Pennsylvania citizen

July 30, 2007

I just finished reading all of these wonderful reflections
from people who loved you and I am certain I caught
Jesus smiling! You were a wonderful representative
of the Lord you served and will be mightily rewarded
for your faithfulness. I didn't know you in this life, but
look forward to meeting you in the next. God bless you!
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, Washington

July 30, 2007

I am so thankful for everyone who has helped me and my family and for all you other officers out there...you are my heroes. I wish you all well and am praying for you.

Jake Crawford
Son

March 29, 2007

We were able to obtain a conviction of Second Degree Murder for the person who took your life. He was sentenced to thirty years in prison…but it just doesn’t seem to be enough. I got the chance to know your family during the course of the trial. They were a blessing. You should be very proud of them. They are a true example of Christ’s love and compassion. As a retired law enforcement officer and now a deputy prosecuting attorney I feel very honored to have worked this case and to have had the opportunity to get to know your precious family. We’ll see you in heaven my brother.

Gene Pearce
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney

September 8, 2006

Thinking of you on the second anniversary of your
homegoing. What nice things have been said about
you here! You left big shoes to fill! May God continue to
heal broken hearts that miss you still. Thanks for being faithful to the words written in red. You lived your
life well and the angels carried you safely home.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

July 30, 2006

Today the verdict came in. Guilty of Second Degree Murder. Although this does not lesses the pain of your passing, it appears justice is being done. We all miss you very much. D-

Sgt. Duncan Hoss
Clark County Sheriff

June 28, 2006

Brad was a close friend, a brother in arms, and a spiritual leader in the local law enforcement community. Brad lived all that he believed in and so generously shared his love for his family, his job, his friends and most of all his God. He was an example to all that had the prevelige to know him. Be forever at peace my brother. Until we meet again.

Detective Ed Hewitt, Retired

February 11, 2006

You are not forgotten my brother, for we here, are all kindred spirits. Your courage will lead to many lives being saved as officers follow in your foot steps. May God keep you in the palm of his hand and bless your family.

Sgt. James Crawford
Lower Providence Twp Police Dept Montg. Co PA

August 14, 2005

Thinking of you today Brad, a year later. Thanks for being a friend, Wish you were here.

Firefighter/Paramedic Kyle Stoneberger
Phoenix Fire Department

July 31, 2005

One year ago, on this date,Sergeant Crawford died doing what he did best. Family\friends now have to mourn over the lose of a fine Officer. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace Sergeant Crawford.

Explorer Aaron McLearen
Clare County Sheriff Department Michigan

July 30, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers go out to This Officer, as well as the Family, Friends, Department and Community.

This is a loss that will never be forgotten. Hours will turn into days, days turn into weeks, weeks into months and months into years but, the difference that these officers have made will last forever.

We lost Our Deputy Morris Taylor on September 14, 2002. When he joined the other Angels in Blue.

God Bless Our Law Enforcement Officers and Those Who Love Them.

Jack & Tracy Van Dolah
Former LEO/U.S.M.C. & Wife in Sutherlin, Oregon

July 13, 2005

Thank you for you service. Though we never met, I am saddened that our community lost a great man.

Angi, Battle Ground, WA

May 20, 2005

To a friend and a great Sergeant who we will all miss. Rest in peace Brad, for you will not be forgotten by Central B days squad.

Chuck Schuurmans (Reserve Deputy)
CCSO

April 13, 2005

When my wife, Jennifer called me to tell me that one of her step dads guys had been killed in the line of duty I was shocked and upset that someone had hurt a fellow law enforcement officer.

At the time of Sgt. Crawfords death I was at the Spokane Police Academy training to become a Police Officer.

I remember thinking to myself, that I wish that I could take some time off so that I could attend the ceromony in Vancouver so that I could stand next to my fellow brothers and sisters and honor a TRUE AMERICAN HERO, who gave his life to serve the citizens of Clark County.

Sgt. Crawford, rest in peace my brother. You will always be in my families hearts.

Deputy Sheriff Frank J. Koutelieris
Okanogan County Sheriff's Office

April 9, 2005

It's been 8 months since you left.
Your memory has not diminished.
God's comfort and love to your family
and all those who still hold you close to their hearts.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

April 4, 2005

As time passes since July 30, 2004 it reminds me that Brad actively cherished all parts of his life. His top priorities of God, Family and love for his job were evident. Brad did fit in the other important items like hunting, fishing and other outdoor events to keep a balance. As Spring comes into bloom, I know God used Brad's life to plant many tiny seeds of faith and love in those he met.

It is tremendous loss but it was a great honor and joy to have Brad as part of Clark County Sheriff's Office. I miss his smile and enthusiam. My heart goes out in prayer to strengthen his family.

Lois Hickey, HR Specialist
Clark County Sheriff's Office

March 22, 2005

I am thinking of all of Brad's family,
friends and co-workers as Thanksgiving has just passed and
Christmas is fast approaching. I
know it must be very difficult to go
on without him everyday, but especially at the holidays. May the bright light of happy memories dry the tears. God bless.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

November 27, 2004

I graduated with Brad from the Arizona Law Enforcement Training Academy in 1986. He was with Flagstaff AZ PD then. May you rest in peace brother...

Sergeant JT Turner
Tucson AZ Police Department

October 26, 2004

As you all have heard Brad, was an amazing man. His commitment to God, family and job was one that would be rarely matched. We (his family) have been blessed in knowing him. Brad was the father to my wife and one of my best friends, two things that rarely occur in this world today.
I know I speak for everyone when I say, thank you for all your words, prayers and support.
Brad will be sorely missed.

Ryan Newton. Son in law to Brad Crawford

October 11, 2004