Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

We all miss you Mike. Things just aren't the same without you. The ghetto just isn't as much fun without Flash out razzin' the hypes. I love you man. Keep an eye on things up there in Heaven.
Bout it-bout it!!!

PO Brian Doyle
CPD 11th Dist 1st Watch

August 30, 2004

Thank you for serving your community and your country. You will never be forgotten.

Patrolman Chris Myers
Daleville Police Dept. - Indiana

August 27, 2004

My deepest sympathy to the family at their loss. Mrs. Gordon, what a lovely poem--my heart goes out to you. Lean on Jesus the comforter of all. God bless you and the family

P.O. Adrianne Carter, 002 Dist.
Chicago PD

August 26, 2004

I miss you Dad and I'll always love you. I will keep you in my heart forever.

Malik Gordon

August 23, 2004

Rest in peace brother. God Bless you and your family.

Police Officer
CPD-011 Dist. 1st watch

August 23, 2004

To the Gordon family, I really dont know where to begin about my best friend,my only brother,my regular partner. From day one Mike and myself bonded in the craziest ways, mostly by just by our laughter and sick sense of humor.After the academy we parted for a short period of time,but when I arrived to the 011th Dist. Mike saw saw his partner walk through that door. Both being military,we treated our tour of duty as such,we go in together,fight together, and go home together,and under NO circumstances does anyone get left behind. In a short period of time we put our egos aside and built a strong relationship, I dear to say second marriage. Our conversations in the car,our laughs(many,many,MANY,laughs)our arguments,but most of all our arrests. Arrest after arrest, our confidence oozed through our pores,unstoppable is what we were. We strutted and yeah we(He)talked,but we walked the walk. Dreading our days off we would wait patiently to be together again. That tragic day was my day off, and only GOD knows why. I lost my partner,the only man in this world besides my father who I truley loved. We brought out the best in eachother and were something speacial. Now I must attempt to move forward with out my brother,"my righthand man." I must keep the military state of mind and retreat,regroup,and go right back into battle, but only this time with Mike as my guardian angel. I have no regrets though because I gave Mike 110%, day in and day out leaving nothing behind. Mike changed my life forever, and I will never forget him, NEVER. I vow to be here for his family, the way he would for mine, and promise to make Mike proud in heaven. Mike,"smiles and cries,thats all we got" I love you bro. and think of you everyday, I wont let the team down, I'll keep our tradition......our fallen hero, "supercop," Michael "flash" Gordon #18751, the greatest man I knew.

Mario Mendoza #13782
chicago police 011 District

August 21, 2004

To Flash and his family at the loss of Michael. My sincerest condolences to you and your family at such a tragic loss. Michael's probably walking the beat in Heaven of keeping you and yours safe here on earth. God bless Michael and your family.

Doll
Citizen

August 21, 2004

Aug. 16, 2004



Dear Bob and Carol,

In all the words that have been written since the beginning of language there are none that adequately express the sorrow felt by the loss of someone you love.

I liked Michael very much. From the very first time I met him I saw something in him that is all too often rare in a man. He wore honesty and goodness like a tailored uniform; he was as you saw him, a straight shooter that left you with no doubt about how he felt or what he thought.

He was one of the last of the courageous men. He was a knight, part Gordon clansman, part Cossack, riding out of the mist to right a wrong, putting himself in harms way simply because there was no other way for him to be. God how I admired him.

Michael was an idealist in heart but he recognized that there was darkness in the world, and he had to be the one to carry a torch to bring light to that darkness.

There is no question as to what kind of man or police officer he would have grown to be. He already was that man.

He was like his father and his mother; no greater compliment can be given than that.

He is in my prayers.

With deepest sympathy,

Joe Sinopoli

Joseph Sinopoli
journalist, friend of the family

August 18, 2004

My reflection is only that The Lord be with the family at a time like this. I went through the same tragedy last year, and I can tell you that it was my family that supported me that made me feel like I wasn't alone. To the family, I know that no words can make a difference, but believe me, the pain will get a little lighter. Be blessed in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Detective
Chicago Police Department

August 18, 2004

My deepest apologies for the Gordon family and the CPD family. Although I never knew you Michael, it saddens me greatly that your young life was taken because of the careless and reckless actions of a drunk driver. God bless.

Officer William Wise
Lisle Police Department, Illinois

August 18, 2004

My most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Officer Gordon. We lost a hero that fateful morning. You will be missed…

Police Officer - 007 District
Chicago Police Department

August 18, 2004

God Bless you Mike. Rest in Peace.

Our deepest sympathies to the Gordon family.

Rhoda and Randy Granum
US Army

August 18, 2004

Mike,

The memories of your life shall always be held closely in our hearts.

Anne Jennison

August 17, 2004

Dear Mike,
You will be deeply missed. You are a wonderful father, and a good friend. I'm sorry I never got a chance to come down and visit you like you wanted. I want you to know that I will always take care of Malik and Cullen. Watch over us all.

Rodger Gatdula

August 17, 2004

I love you Daddy. You were the best cop ever. I miss you. Please watch over me.

Cullen Gordon

August 17, 2004

Mike,
I cannot thank you enough for giving me two beautiful boys and for that I will forever be grateful to you. You have always been a great father and a wonderful friend. I promise I will never let the boys forget you and how much you loved them. No matter what it takes you will never be forgotten. There is one thing I have to ask from you right now. Please give me just a fraction of your courage and strength so I can try and help the boys get through all of this. It is going to be so hard without you.
Please rest in peace-
India

India Gordon

August 17, 2004

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of PO Gordon. I certainly feel the lost and pain for his family. My Husband was in a similar accident on 25 Feb 04. Fortunately he sustained minor aches and pains. I realize how blessed we are to have him with us today. We should express our feelings of love and gratitude for each day we are given to spend with our loved ones.

May G_d continue to be with us all!!!

PO Robbie M. Joyner
Public Housing

August 17, 2004

god bless you and your family

skip roberson

August 17, 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 to 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 that no one really cares and that I am taken for granted. Sustain in me the conviction that so many thousands do care and are grateful for my presence. Grant that I may be loyal to my partner and my fellow officers, and that I may back them up effectively when called upon for assistance. Lord, I ask 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 Master Officer J.D.Koeppen, Capital City Raleigh NC; Trooper D.C. Koeppen, NJ State Police and Cadet Officer A.M. Koeppen Wilmington N.C.

Chief ( retiored ) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington New Jersey

August 17, 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 in peace brother in blue the watch is ours now. Our Prayers are with your family, friends and loved ones.
GOD BLESS YOU, BROTHER IN BLUE. WATCH OVER US

Police Officer in Boone County Missouri

August 17, 2004

Brother, I regret not knowing you better, but my brief encounters with you spoke volumes of the type of man you are. The few times we were "partnered-up" motivated me out of "hitting the hole." (I'm sorry I "spooked" you a few times while you were still on probation, LOL) You had that motivation and drive that so many new and seasoned officers now lack. I was impressed with your enthusiasm, your appearance and excellent work. You sparked new energy into so many of the guys that were growing tired and bitter of the ghetto. It was an honor to fight crime with you. God bless you Mike, you earned your "Fillmore Ranger" title.

Officer Luis Carrizal #15808
Chicago PD, 011th District-Wild Wild West

August 17, 2004

Michael, you are more to me than the man I love and married, you are my best friend, and that will not stop just because you have moved on to a better place.

You once told me that being a policeman’s wife was hard and difficult, something you didn't feel that most women could handle...... but you told me you knew I could do it. I can't tell you how proud that made me. I don't know how I'm going to get through this sweetie, I miss you so badly. I miss your smile, your laugh your kisses, but I know you would want me to stay strong for the children and the family. So for you my darling, I will to wake up every morning and do what needs to be done to make you proud of me.

You are and will always be my moon and my stars.
Sweet dreams baby, I’ll talk to you tonight before I go to sleep…..that will never change.


This one’s for you babe…. I know how much you loved it….

THE POLICEMAN STOOD AND FACED HIS GOD,
WHICH MUST ALWAYS COME TO PASS.
HE HOPED HIS SHOES WERE SHINING.
JUST AS BRIGHTLY AS HIS BRASS.
"STEP FORWARD NOW, POLICEMAN.
HOW SHALL I DEAL WITH YOU?
HAVE YOU ALWAYS TURNED THE OTHER CHEEK?
TO MY CHURCH HAVE YOU BEEN TRUE?"
THE POLICEMAN SQUARED HIS SHOULDERS AND SAID,
"NO, LORD, I GUESS I AIN'T,
BECAUSE THOSE OF US WHO CARRY BADGES
CAN'T ALWAYS BE A SAINT.
I'VE HAD TO WORK MOST SUNDAYS,
AND AT TIMES MY TALK WAS ROUGH,
AND SOMETIMES I'VE BEEN VIOLENT,
BECAUSE THE STREETS ARE AWFULLY TOUGH.
BUT I NEVER TOOK A PENNY,
THAT WASN'T MINE TO KEEP....
THOUGH I WORKED A LOT OF OVERTIME
WHEN THE BILLS GOT JUST TOO STEEP.
AND I NEVER PASSED A CRY FOR HELP,
THOUGH AT TIMES I SHOOK WITH FEAR.
AND SOMETIMES, GOD FORGIVE ME,
I'VE WEPT UNMANLY TEARS.
I KNOW I DON'T DESERVE A PLACE
AMONG THE PEOPLE HERE.
THEY NEVER WANTED ME AROUND
EXCEPT TO CALM THEIR FEAR.
IF YOU'VE A PLACE FOR ME HERE,
LORD, IT NEEDN'T BE SO GRAND.
I NEVER EXPECTED OR HAD TOO MUCH,
BUT IF YOU DON'T.....I'LL UNDERSTAND.
THERE WAS SILENCE ALL AROUND THE THRONE
WHERE THE SAINTS HAD OFTEN TROD.
AS THE POLICEMAN WAITED QUIETLY,
FOR THE JUDGMENT OF HIS GOD.
"STEP FORWARD NOW, POLICEMAN,
YOU'VE BORNE YOUR BURDENS WELL.
COME WALK A BEAT ON HEAVEN'S STREETS,
YOU'VE DONE YOUR TIME IN HELL."

Guin, Wife

August 17, 2004

Your love for your family and Guin were the most inspiring trait about you. You always talked about you family and I hope they know that you loved them very much and I'm sure they do.. Till we meet again. God Bless and watch over us, I know you are.

PO J. Collado #19285
CPD

August 16, 2004

Gordon,
You are one of the finest person I have had the great pleasure to call a friend. You lived life to the fullest. Your stories entertained us in the academy during the long days, and you made difficult times fun. I only hope to be half the Chicago Police Officer you are, half the family man, and half the friend.

PO J. Collado #19285
CPD

August 16, 2004

my sympathies to the family and friends of michael gordon.i believe this teaches us that since in law enforcement we deal with the possibility of not making it home after a shift,we should never take a single day for granted and to do everything in our lives better.become better fathers and mothers and husbands and wives because that what truly made him a hero ,the impact he made on his friends and family.to my fellow officers,please never miss an oppurtunity to tell your friends and family how much you love them and never forgot michael and the other officers who died giving honor to our profession.

po edward poppish
chicago police

August 16, 2004