Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Pat - just wanted to let you know that Allayna & I went to the Run in P-town - miss you still

cousin

May 18, 2008

Pat,
I just wanted to let you know that Brett became a police officer 2 months ago. You were so much alike. I remember you two hit it off so well. As I saw him in uniform, I broke down. WHY? This should of never happened to ANYONE.. expecially you. I always have you in my thoughts and will never forget you. I miss my friend.
Christina

May 14, 2008

i can't stop missing you everyday it hurts i just want to hear you laugh and get one of your hugs and never let go

April 25, 2008

HI Again,
It's Spring again. I remember how much you loved the rain. I have about 10 Cardinals around my backyard all the time. This ONE Cardinal is so loud on Sat mornings..... I just know you put this dang thing up to it! Hee. I can't help but think about you and your infectious smile. Miss you Christina

April 24, 2008

As I get ready to run in the CPD Run to Remember, I know you are with me - laughing at my form - wondering about the shirt we'll be wearing (all 12 of us) - hoping I don't embarress myself. Just know I'm doing this for you so help this 61 year old body finish, please.
You are forever in my heart.
Love you!

Mom

April 22, 2008

i wish you were here.

April 21, 2008

Sunny days I miss you the most!!!!

March 13, 2008

thanks for visiting my dreams again pat i love and miss you

February 21, 2008

Miss ya Pat, I know we all do and I know you know it too! You're always loved and forever in our Hearts! FOREVER!

February 14, 2008

YO PAT, THOUGHT I'D DROP A LINE, JUST THINKNIG OF YOU. JUST LOOKING AT THE O.D.M.P.. AND LOOKING AT ALL THE BAD THINGS THAT HAPPEN ALMOST EVERDAY TO US IN BLUE. TALKED TO BIG BOB THE OTHER DAY, GONNA MEET HIM AT THE PUB CRAWL AND GET SMASHED LIKE WE USED TOO! TYPE U SOON PAL MISS YA

ADAM
MPD

February 7, 2008

HI Pat,
I just wanted to say hello. I had a dream about you the other day and I was left with a smile when I opened my eyes. You make me laugh in my sleep just when I need it the most! I have felt you near ALL week. I told my husband and he said " you must of been very special and A great person!" I wish he had the chance to know you. I miss you. Christina D

January 29, 2008

Trent & Diana had dinner at our house Saturday and brought pictures from their wedding. Pictures of tears and happiness - pictures you should have been in - pictures of Austin dancing JUST LIKE YOU! - with Nugie at his side. Nugie spoke at the reception - acknowledging that you should have been up there - how much Diana reminds us of you - what a great guy Trent is. Your presents was felt by many.
Trent and Diana are truly a wonderful couple - you would be happy for the "b----".
But for me, it was oh so sad. This year of weddings (weddings I was happy to attend) was tough.Some days are harder than others, but the events where you should be are the worst. NO,the worst would not asked to be there myself. The fact that your friend have not forgotten me is my saving grace. They help me go on more than they will ever know. Thank you for having such good friends!!
Love you forever!!

MOM

January 24, 2008

Missed every day!!!

January 15, 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 © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

December 29, 2007

Thinking of you and your family during these rough Holiday season. Watch over your family and co-workers. You are a Hero and will not be forgotten.

Craig Figgins
Brother - SGT Dan Figgins St Charles, IL EOW 4/9/05

December 28, 2007

I miss you so much around this time of year - we always used to celebrate our birthdays together and its just not the same without you. Just wanted to wish you a happy birthday and to let you know how much your missed. Love you.

-Sarah

cousin

December 24, 2007

I just want you to know how much your Mom loves and misses you especially at this time of year. We gave her a very special gift this year for Christmas in memory of you, a bench with a very heartwarming message: "If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane I'd walk up to Heaven and bring you home again." Your Mom called Bob to see this gift and he was very emotional also..so please know you are loved and missed by all!!!

Terri Hawkins

December 21, 2007

Pat,
I think of you often & remember all the joy you brought into our office. We sure could use some now. Please watch
over your mom & keep her safe. She misses you dearly.
Love,
Jan

Jan
Friend

December 21, 2007

I still think of you all the time. You will always be in my heart! Miss You....

December 21, 2007

Thinking of you today on your birthday. Hope you like the song I've chosen for the program this Saturday. I'm so glad Jan asked me to be a part of the event. In honor / memory of you and all those you're protecting both here and in heaven.

Miss you.

Jennifer

December 20, 2007

Happy Birthday Pat! -Renee

December 20, 2007

Happy Bithday Patrick, I love you and miss you and always will.

December 20, 2007

Happy Birthday!!!
Miss you!!!!
Love you!!!!
Wish I could stop crying but I can't.
You are truly forever in my heart.

Mom

December 20, 2007

Thinking of you and your loved ones during this holiday season. Continue to keep watch over them. I have the outside of my home decorated in all blue lights, one of them is lit every night in your honor as my way of saying you have not been forgotten. You are a true hero.

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

December 17, 2007

Dear Patrick Michael

Rodney Atkins song was thinking of you and your dad in this song "Watching You". Thank you for honoring your Father and all fathers of Law Enforcement.

We'll be just alike, hey, won't we dad
When I can do everything you do
'cause I've been watching' you.

Dean hOP

November 28, 2007