Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Three years have passed since your EOW and you have not been forgotten. Those that love you dearly think of you every day and will keep your memory alive for as long as they walk this earth. Continue to watch over them and protect them from harm. Also, watch over those still out on patrol guarding over the thin blue line.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

September 1, 2007

If you're reading this
My momma is sitting there
Looks like I only got a one way ticket over here
I sure wish I could give you one more kiss
War was just a game we played when we were kids
Well I'm laying down my gun
I'm hanging up my boots
I'm up here with God
And we're both watching over you

So lay me down
In that open field out on the edge of town
And know my soul
Is where my momma always prayed where it would go.
If you're reading this I'm already home.

If you're reading this
Half way around the world
I won't be there to see the birth of our little girl
I hope she looks like you
I hope she fights like me
Stand up for the innocent and the weak
I'm laying down my gun
Hanging up my boots
Tell dad I don't regret that I follow in his shoes

So lay me down
In that open field out on the edge of town
And know my soul is where my momma always prayed where it would go
If you're reading this, I'm already home

If you're reading this, there is going to come a day
You move on and find someone else and that's okay
Just remember this
I'm in a better place
Deputies live in peace and angels sing amazing grace

So lay me down
In that open field out on the edge of town
And know my soul is where my momma prayed where that it would go
If you're reading this
If you're reading this
I'm already home

August 25, 2007

Happy early birthday, Ron! I know it isn't until tomorrow but I will be out of town and unable to send you a birthday wish, so I thought it is better to be early than late. I think about you often. Miss you!

June 24, 2007

Dear Ron,

It is Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Week and I just had to write and tell you that I still miss you. There is a blue ribbon on my vehicle in honor of those who have died in the line of duty, but mostly it is for you. I still expect to see you walk through my door with that winsome smile of yours as well as a big, warm hug.

You had such a big impact on the lives of the people you came in contact with and I know that they probably think of you quite often as well. Those who did not have a chance to meet you will never know what a wonderful person they missed having in their life.

May 15, 2007

Hi Ron. Your legend lives on with the Bike Rodeo. It is bigger and better than ever!! I know you would be so proud. You did a good thing & so many kids will benefit from your generous heart.

Thinking of you & missing you.

May 11, 2007

I miss you Ronesto. Say hi to Danny for me.

Lucky 13

February 10, 2007

I think about you everyday. You were a true and generous friend and I thought of you as a best friend. Kathryn still talks about you and misses you alot. Tim and I talk about you and the time we went to Soulvang with you and Karen. We have our pictures from that trip framed and in our room so we never forget. I know you are in heaven with my Dad and the two of you are always watching over me and my family.

I love you Ron and miss you with all my heart.
Leigh Anne

Deputy Leigh Anne Foppiano
OCSD and Friend

January 19, 2007

11X10,

Happy New Year.

January 7, 2007

Ron,

It is New Years Eve and I just wanted to say "Hello". Denise and I miss you lots! Watch over your Road Dogs!

Jon Minard
SBSD-60

December 31, 2006

Ron,

I wanted to let people know that you've touched lives you may not even be aware of. I was a teen in the church in the early 90's. Even still, your example stays with me. (And I still want a postal jeep because of you :-)

You are missed.

Eric

December 27, 2006

Dear Ron,

I thought about you last night while listening to some Christmas music. "Have Yourself a Merry Little Chritmas" was playing and the line "Through the years we all will be together, If the fates allow" was sung and I immediately thought of you. You may not physically be here but I know that in spirit you are. I miss you so much and think about you every day.

Merry Christmas!

A Friend

December 25, 2006

I know it has been well over two years, but honestly its still hard for me to sit down read the comments and then try to something without starting to tear up. You were everything I want to be one day as a motorcop. I admired you every move and the way you treated the public. You were more than an inspiration to me I only hope that one day when I am on a motor in Rancho I too can leave a mark as you did with the rodeos, and fundraisers, and teaching the kids. I MISS YOU MAN!!! not a day passes when I don't think of you.

Danny Smith

December 12, 2006

Miss ya lots! Saw Karen the other day and we had a good visit. Just wanted to say Hi, Christmas is a wonderful time for reflection, realized how fortunate I am to have so many wonderful people in my life. Those here with us, and those now with the LORD.

While some may say we lose our friends to tragic events and the like. Your faith only inspires me to respond, as others have often reflected. You are remembered by how you lived, you are a wonderful friend, one of the best men I've the privilege to have known. And you were the best Law enforcement Officer I ever knew.

You are in our thoughts always, and each time we try to do the right thing though challenging it might be! I just remind myself, thats what Ron would do!

Captain Tim Foppiano & Deputy Leigh Anne
S.B.Co.F.D. & O.C.S.D.

December 10, 2006

HEAVEN WAS NEEDING A HERO


I've always been told
You won't be called home
Until it's your time

I guess heaven was needing a hero
Somebody just like you
Brave enough to stand up
For what you believe
And follow it through
When I try to make it make sense in my mind
The only conclusion I come to
Is heaven was needing a hero
Like you


Heaven was needing a hero
and that's you

December 7, 2006

I miss your enthusiasm! I swear the sky could be falling and you'd walk in the room and calm it all. Looking at your photo on this page, I see that subtle smile, almost a smirk. It brings back a lot of memories. That little smile (a/k/a smirk) was ALWAYS on your face.

I am a true believer that everything in this life happens for a reason. You being gone happened for a reason. It's hard to figure out what exactly that reason is though.

I was in the Caribbean on vacation with my wife. While swimming in the water on the Bahama coast, a man from Seattle Washington (who was on the cruise w/ us) asked me what my "elastic" wristbands said. One was your memorial band and the other was Danny's. I told him what they were and told him who you were. In that moment I felt proud to say I knew you and relay your life to him. I could tell it really had an impact on him.

He and his wife wound up becoming friends of ours. It seemed almost surreal to me that I travelled 5,000 miles to the Caribbean and under a beautiful blue sky, was able to relay your story.

I needed to share this story with you, although, I am sure you already knew it.

My office is now just outside the hallway where your badge is hung on the Frank Bland Memorial. I see the flags at half staff everyday and think of you and Danny.

You are missed. Keep that smile up!!!

Casey

November 18, 2006

On this 5 year anniversary of 9/11, as everyone's thoughts and prayers are with those who lost their lives in New York City, I am reminded of Ron. Ron rode his bicycle from California to New York on the 1st anniversary of 9/11 to pay tribute to his fallen brothers and sisters. It's been 2 years Ron, we miss you and are always thinking of you. I think we have all taken a little part of you and keep it with us each day. You now have the company of Danny, Greg, and Jake to help keep an eye on all of us. Keep us safe.

Chris Mulligan
San Bernardino Sheriff

September 11, 2006

It is Patriot's Day and I am thinking about your cross country bicycle ride from RC to NYC. You were so excited about the trip and I enjoyed reading the online journal that you had. I remember some of the stories you told me and it was very evident that the ride, friends you made along the way, and memories made quite an impact on you. I know that you also had a great impact on them and that they are all thinking of you as well.

Miss your smile!

A Friend

September 10, 2006

It's 2 years 3 days since you left us buddy.I Still think about you and miss you as time goes by. You, Danny and Jake are watching over us as each day passes. Till we all meet again, My friend, rest in peace.

11B13
San Bernardino Sheriff's, Rancho Cucamonga Station

September 4, 2006

Dear Ron,

It is your second anniversary and I still cannot believe that you are gone. You were always so much fun to be around and such a joker with your co-workers, one in particular (I am sure you know who I am talking about). My life was truly blessed when you became a part of it and I count my blessings that we had time to form a lasting friendship. The memories are wonderful but there just doesn't seem to be enough of them. I guess when you lose someone special, no matter how long you have known them, there never seems to be enough memories. I will cherish the time we had together and never forget you.

September 2, 2006

Rest in Peace Motorman. You are not forgotten.

Motor Officer Danny Johnson
Metro Nashville Police Dept.

September 1, 2006

2 years ago today buddy. We still miss you.

Casey

September 1, 2006

Its been two years since you left us. You are still deeply missed.

CM
S.B.S.D. / C.P.

September 1, 2006

TODAY WE REMEMBER DEPUTY IVES AND I KNOW MANY ARE THINKING BACK OF THE TIME AND DAY THAT THIS HAPPENED. WHEN THE ANNIVERSARY STARTS TO GET CLOSER, YOU START THINKING OF THE LAST TIME YOU SAW HIM, WHAT YOU TALKED ABOUT AND THEN THE STARK REALITY SETS IN THAT HE IS NO LONGER WITH YOU. BUT KNOW THAT THERE ARE OTHERS THAT ARE ALSO THINKING OF HIM TODAY AND THINKING OF HIS FAMILY, FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS.
HONOR HIM TODAY BY THINKING OF THE GOOD TIMES AND FUNNY THINGS THAT HAPPENED WHEN YOU ALL WERE ON DUTY WITH HIM. I ALWAYS ENJOYED HEARING THE COMICAL SITUATIONS THAT WOULD HAPPEN TO MY SON AND HIS CO-WORKERS WHEN THEY WERE ON DUTY. REMEMBER THEM TODAY. YES, YOU WILL ALSO REMEMBER THE SERIOUS THINGS THAT HAPPENED AND HOW YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE FOR EACH OTHER.
GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY HE CONTINUE TO GIVE YOU THE COMFORT AND PEACE THAT ONLY HE CAN GIVE.

LORRAINE BOND (MOTHER)
HAMILTON CO. TN. SHERIFF DEPUTY:
DONALD K. BOND, JR.
EOW: 09.06.01

September 1, 2006

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this 2nd anniversary of your end of watch. Keep watch over those you love and always remember that you will not be forgotten and you are a true hero. Heroes never die.

Bob Gordon, father of fallen Chicago Officer
Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Bob Gordon, Chicago Gold Star Father

September 1, 2006

Motorman, Thank you my brother for your service. You will never be forgotten. Rest Well Motorman.

Senior Motor Officer M. Thurmond
MPD

August 30, 2006