Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hey Mike. Working the Mid shift. It's 2:15 am and I was thinking of you. There's not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. We went to a 4th get together today at some friends of ours. I took my baseball glove just in case. I miss our times playing catch. I played with someone recently and they were really bad at it. I started to do some of "your" trick catches. They didn't get it. I miss you so much. I can still hear your voice and see your face. I hope that never fades. Your still my hero Mike. I love and miss you. Thanks for looking out for me all these years.

Brian

Brian Scarbrough
Brother

July 3, 2006

The boys are camping with Paul and Julia and Kels went to the fireworks with Marissa's family...and here I sit in this quiet house. What you and I wouldn't have given for a night just to ourselves. We always enjoyed those few that we had. I guess I could have called someone and made plans to do something...but then again, maybe it's good that I just be tonight....take a moment to myself to think and feel. We're so busy with day to day life right now, that time seems to fly and I realize that before I know it the kids will be busy without me...then I'll find I'll have all the free time that I could have ever possibly wanted...I guess this night will help to remind me to make sure to slow things down a little so I can enjoy the moment the best that I can, even though, I'd still rather enjoy it with you...I'm missing and loving you, boo.

neece

June 30, 2006

Thinkin' of you Scrappy.

L

L

June 30, 2006

Denise & kids,
I've been reading all the messages left & about Mike's accident whose ironically, was an automobile accident like my Tom's....on icy roads. A blow you never believe, & never get over. I feel your pain, share your grief, & was in awe at the honor paid to our spouses in DC this year as well. I'm so glad that Kels & Jess got to hang out....I know it sure made Jessica's week to see the familiar 'friendly' (know what you're going through) faces....as I too found myself not wanting to leave. Hang in there....we're in this nightmare 'together' although far apart. And I know, our husbands are in heaven together, looking down on us.
We will never stop loving them. Hats off to you Denise.
You're a great mom & an inspiration to many of us (so called) 'survivors'. From my family to yours....we love you.
Jo'Nee Cochran & family

Jo'Nee Cochran
Spouse of Det/Sgt Tom Cochran EOW 1/26/05

June 27, 2006

Just visiting

Michigan

June 26, 2006

Hi Mike, Just thought I would drop in an say hello

June 23, 2006

Were missing you

June 21, 2006

thinking of you

June 19, 2006

Hey Bro,

Happy Fathers Day...

Still there -

Monte
WCAP

June 17, 2006

Hi Mike,

Happy Father's Day! I just wanted to let you know how much your thought about and missed dearly. The other night Donnie was using his pretend handcuffs and Sydney had fallen asleep early....Well, Donnie decided to handcuff her to his bunkbed rail and pretend she was his prisoner. After Donnie uncuffed Sydney, he opened the handcuffs up all the way and said, "Look Mom it's Uncle Mike's badge number 33. Duane and I just looked at each other. It was just another one of those moments. Please continue to watch over Denise and the kids. We all love you and miss ya. ;o)

Your Family

June 17, 2006

Having a hard day today...Mike and Sue left yesterday and I stayed on the couch for most of the day...It was so good having them here that when they left it felt like I had to go back to being alone again....I'm glad they were here when I heard that your co-worker died at work on Thursday because it felt like getting slammed in the face again...I'm headed to the funeral home tomorrow and on Monday to the funeral...I hate that anyone has to go through this...Having to go back to work today and leaving the kids was hard again...I have those moments when I ask why I'm working when it takes me away from them...It's not the first time I've felt this so I'll wait to make any decisions until this feeling passes...it always seems to. Thank God Robbin planned Syd's birthday for Father's Day...she did the same thing last year and it feels so right to be together for her celebration with all the family and not be together for just Father's Day....You know I'm rambling just like I used to when I felt anxious....I'm glad that I can get the thoughts out of my head and feel like I'm still talking to you....I miss you so much, baby...Thank you for being such a great husband and dad...I love you, boo.

neece

June 17, 2006

Were all still missing you

June 14, 2006

16 months today. I don't think the 9th will ever pass that I don't recall all of the memories we've shared together and how much your loss has impacted me. I think about it days before each month. Sue and Mike have been here for this months remembering and I find myself talking about you all the time and recalling all the fun that we had together with them. I can talk like crazy about you and they let me...they get it...It does amaze me sometimes how quickly life moves on...yet, always knowing that a part of me is missing. Just trying to figure out who I am without you...I know it's not going to be easy....I know you know how much I miss you and love you, boo.

neece

June 9, 2006

Thinking of you today Mike...

June 5, 2006

Warm Jason (DBH) with a smile at the entrance of Heven Mike, Take Care, were always thinkjng and missing you

June 2, 2006

Were missing you

May 31, 2006

I knew Mike when I was a kid playing ball in Dbn Hgts, where I was on the team with his Matt & Mike later became one of our umpires...I also work at the airport for United so I'd seen him over the years a few times. But, I most recently chatted with him 2 summer's ago, when I ran into him at the ball field in Southgate...he had locked his keys in the van & was waiting for his wife to bring another set up & while we talked about the Height days, his son proceeded to climb atop the van & hang out!! I could tell Mike was a bit irritated with the whole situation but he still found time to smile about the ol' days at Thorne!! I'm sorry for your loss.

Russ Shumake
Friend

May 28, 2006

Hey Mike,

I'm sure you know already that we lost another one on the homefront. Ironically I knew Jason also, I purchased my duty weapon, Glock 45 (man gun) from Jason, a couple years ago. Mike, even today I am saddened by the loss of you, as well as everyother LEO that has paid the utlimate sacrifice.
I know you would agree with me about this statement. Cops think they are invincible, we have no weaknesses, or vulnerabilities.
Yet, I can look at ODMP every week and see that another officer was killed protecting his fellow warriors or some civilian. Most ofc. would agree taht it scares us to be reminded of our own mortality, yet everyday I (WE) put on our uniforms, kiss our babies wives and etc., and hope we return to do it all again the next day. Rest in peace Mike...

Patrolman
Lincoln Park Police Department

May 28, 2006

Another officer was killed yesterday, baby. From your hometown. I hate that his family, friends and co-workers have to live this journey of grief....especially another child without his dad. My heart aches for all of them....I'm glad that I can now epathize with others...that I'm not numb anymore...but with that comes the intensity of the pain of their loss and ours. Just feeling so sad today. I love you and miss you, boo.

neece

May 26, 2006

Another Officer got Killed today from Dearborn Heights, Please greet him at the Heavens

May 25, 2006

Was just leaving a message for Jason (Dearborn Heights Officer)that was killed today. Thought I would leave a message for you and say Hi. Hope all is going well and you know everyone is missing you deeply. Denise and the kids, your still in my prayers. Take care

WCAAP
Michigan

May 25, 2006

I was just visting this web site to leave a reflection for an officer that passed from Dearborn Hts., and thought I would say Hi. Joe and I were laughing last night over stories involving you and him. One in particular, during swat training when you and Joe were taking cover behind large posts and you ran right into one and fell to your knees, and instantly told Joe not to tell the others guys, and of course what did he do...went right to the other guys and had a good laugh at your expense. They were all good memories for Joe. He was so honored to escort Denise and the family in DC. We miss you, Mike....watch over our guys.

Alison

May 25, 2006

Were missing you and thinking of you, God Bless

May 22, 2006

What a honor to provide the family with an esort this past week in DC, Denise thank you so very much. Mike still missing you very much. Hey Mike, Thanks for looking out(you know what I mean)......Joe

May 17, 2006

Just got back from DC. What an awesome week we had there! It was busy and emotional and tiring but a wonderful experience, overall. I'm so glad the kids and I were able to see you be honored there.

Joe and Alison were wonderful. They never left our sides and made sure we had everything we needed or wanted. We had a lot of fun with them in the mix too! God blessed us with their continued support and friendship. Brett and the other guys rode their bikes throughout the week and truly paid respect to you by escorting us everywhere that we went. Bri and Bridge were the best and the kids and I were so proud to have them and so many of your co-workers and friends there for us, as well as, to honor you.

You would have loved that I shook hands with George W. and the kids got their name tags signed by him. We have about a hundred pictures and the kids were thrilled to meet our president. I know you were watching from above and it wasn't just a coincidence that Vince Gill sang your favorite song which was the one we played at the funeral...and Mark being placed in seat 33....I never wonder about those moments and happenings.

The kids and I reconnected with everyone we had met before and met many more survivors who will continute to support us through this journey. I know we have a lot more work on this grief to go through but I feel recharged by this week. I hope this positive feeling continues for a while....it feels good. You know I miss you and love you, and have never been more proud to have had you in my life to love...until later, boo.

neece

May 16, 2006