Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Keith-
I was just thinking about you the other day, it seems like forever we were finishing up at USC and we had to go to an AA meeting for one of our classes...you know how that story goes...haha! Anyways, I'm back in school and working at a vets office part time...one of my clients came in and started talking about you. I couldn't believe when she told me what happened. I'm sorry I didn't know sooner....kinda weird how I've been thinking about you lately anyways...you should be proud and your family is in my prayers. I know you are greatly missed!

Stephanie Duer
Friend

June 20, 2008

Hey Keith, How you been? I can't believe it's been 3 years already. Seems like just yesterday that I was sitting with Kyliegh in your house giving her your ring. I miss you man. I wish you were here right now. I could sure use your input on stuff. I want to say thank you for your help while I was in boot camp for the Sheriff's office last month. It was hard, but I made it through because of you talking with me every night. I hope you are good and I will talk to you soon brother. By the way, you going to be a honorary uncle soon. Casey and I are adopting a baby. we miss you man, and thanks for keeping us safe. Make sure you look after Kyliegh through this week. She will need your support.

Bill

Cadet William Scobie
Hillsborough County Sheriff Office

May 7, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NHV

May 5, 2008

Thinking of you today as always.
Kyleigh and the Cannon family are also in my thoughts and prayers. Bless you all!

Pfc. T. Prout
MBPD

May 5, 2008

Hi Keith,

I thought about you all day yesterday. All the memories of three years ago came flooding back. Keith, you will always hold a very special place in my heart and will always be loved by our family. May you continue to watch over loved ones and your brothers in blue.

Debbie
Kyleigh's Mom

May 5, 2008

Deputy Cannon your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May you rest in peace.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee

April 18, 2008

God Bless, Keith. My thoughts are with your family today in this continuous journey to move ahead while looking back on the fine memories and love you gave.

Katie

February 29, 2008

Keith,
I know it has been a while since I last wrote to you, but I wanted to let you know I was thinking of you. March marks one year since we lost Rodney, and I still cannot believe that he is really gone. I still cannot believe that you are gone, but I know in my heart that you are watching over all of us at RCSD. I'll never forget the last time I saw you at 1400 Huger Street.. Even though we had court, you still found a way to make it interesting.. I'll never forget the smile you had on your face that day.. I think of you often as I am putting on my uniform to start my shift, and I am humbled by the feeling that I have knowing that you are up there on my side! When Scobie went to the Memorial, I had him bring be back a stencile from the wall with your name on it.. I want you to know, that that stencile is and will always be above my sun visor in my Patrol Car and that even though you are not here with us on Earth, you still patrol the streets of Richland County with me everyday! You are missed brother, now and always.. Rest easy my friend..

Deputy Kellye Hendrick
Richland County Sheriff's Department

February 9, 2008

Aloha Kyleigh,
Your Keith is around you everyday and everywhere. His presence is felt and he comes to you in your dreams. Ask him to come to you before you sleep at night. He will visit you there in your dreams. We are all children of God and we belong to Him. When God calls us Home, we go. We all have our days numbered. May we remember from Keith's life to live our live's with courage, enthusiasm, never hesitating to spontaneously burst out in laughter. His smile always lit up a room whether it held 1 person or 100.
Keith believed that nothing was impossible and he made sure that everyone he met and developed friendships with knew that he was always behind them, encouraging them to be the best that they could be. He was a champion and a leader to so many people. His wish is to let you know and others that he is very happy and at peace. He wants you to let go as he has crossed over to the other side with family and friends. Cry no more Kyleigh as he knows you feel his presence. Embrace his love, feel his light that
fills your heart, remember the love you shared. It was enough to fill a lifetime and beyond. He loves you forever and will always be here for you. God takes those special ones and we become closer in our relationships with others because of the loss. Bond with those who miss Keith for they are hurting too and they really need you now. Reach out like Keith did, be an extension of his love and through him, you will allow Keith's spirit to shine through yourself. You will never feel alone again Kyleigh.
Much love always...........a friend from afar.
Find Keith in every rainbow you see for his colours are there:
red: for his heart
yellow: for the happiness he brought others
green: for his good luck and profound effect upon other's lives
blue: true to his profession 24-7-365
orange: for his vibrant personality and tenacity
purple: for his honor, integrity, and selfless dedication in all things, his job, off the job, his family, and his personal life.

May God Bless You and give you peace as Keith is at peace.

(A Hawaiian Prayer that speaks of God, the "I".)

"I" AM THE "I"
OWAU NO KA "I"


"I" come forth from the void into light,
Pua mai au mai ka po iloko o ka malamalama,

"I" am the breath that nurtures life,
Owau no ka ha, ka mauli ola,

"I" am that emptiness, that hollowness beyond all consciousness,
Owau no ka poho, ke ka'ele mawaho a'e o no ike apau.

The "I", the Id, the All.
Ka I, Ke Kino Iho, na Mea Apau.

"I" draw my bow of rainbows across the waters,
Ka a'e au i ku'u pi'o o na anuenue mawaho a'e o na kai a pau,

The continuum of minds with matters.
Ka ho'omaumau o na mana'o ame na mea a pau.

"I" am the incoming and outgoing of breath,
Owau no ka "Ho", a me ka "Ha"

The invisible, untouchable breeze,
He huna ka makani nahenahe,

The undefinable atom of creation.
Ka "Hua" huna o Kumulipo.

"I" am the "I".
Owau no ka "I".

For Kyleigh with love and compassion
"Remembering Byron Keith Cannon"

January 25, 2008

“I answer the heroic question 'Death, where is thy sting?' with 'It is here in my heart and mind and memories.” -- Maya Angelou

Aloha e Deputy Sheriff Byron Keith Cannon,
Thank you for your service and dedication to your community and your country. You and all officers that continue to lay your lives on the line and pay the ultimate sacrifice to keep our communities and country safe will NEVER be forgotten.

I pledge to become a continuum of the "ODMP Light" in which Visionary Founder, Chris Cosgriff created for all Fallen Law Enforcement Officers. That light is in the form of an ODMP tribute. People from all walks of life regardless of age, race, religion, profession, education, and geographical location can share here on the ODMP a heartfelt reflection on behalf of a fallen officer.

Every fallen officer is a hero. The ODMP serves as a place where that continuum of "LIGHT" can be felt through the heart and soul of each and every person who honors our fallen heroes with a reflection.

May God comfort the family, loved ones, friends, and fellow officers who have lost their beloved one. May the reflections left fill the void until the light within shines again, as your fallen hero is at rest with Jesus Christ and his soul has been set free. Feel the warmth of his smile from Heaven, he’s watching your back now. He’s that hero who can never be replaced in this lifetime. I light a candle in your honor.

I wish you peace and love beyond all understanding. You are embraced as one of Hawaii's own with integrity, respect, and fairness as you are a fallen hero. You will never be forgotten. 24-7-365 THANK YOU BLUE.


Me ke aloha pumehana Deputy Sheriff Byron Keith Cannon
a me nani uhane.
(With warm aloha Deputy Sheriff Byron Keith Cannon
the beautiful soul.)

(A Hawaiian Prayer of Solace)

THE PEACE OF " I "
KA MALUHIA O KA "I"

Peace be with you, All My Peace,
O ka Maluhia no me oe, Ku'u Maluhia a pau loa,

The Peace that is " I ", the Peace that is "I am".
Ka Maluhia o ka "I", owau no ka Maluhia,

The Peace for always, now and forever and evermore.
Ka Maluhia no na wa a pau, no ke'ia wa a mau a mau loa aku.

My Peace " I " give to you, My Peace " I " leave with you,
Ha'awi aku wau I ku'u Maluhia ia oe, waiho aku wau I ku'u Maluhia me oe,

Not the world's Peace, but, only My Peace,
The Peace of " I ".

A'ole ka Maluhia o ke ao aka, ka'u Maluhia wale no,
Ka Maluhia o ka "I".

Moana V.C. Molale-(Hawaii & Japan)
Kahu Laakea (Keeper of the Sacred Light)

January 25, 2008

Kieth, as you know I have been talking to you about my neck injury I sustained back in August. All the doctor’s told me I would never be a cop again. I took your advice, and I didn’t listen to them. I worked hard. I used you as my inspiration to over come the odds. I prayed every day. I continued to ask you for your help from up there. Well old friend, I went to the doctor on Monday, and he said he was amazed how good a shape I am in. I passed all my tests with flying colors. He actually told me I was cleared to go back to work! The sheriff’s department is ready for me, and I can now continue the career I have devoted my life to. The career I love. The career that allowed me to meet a special person such as you. I know you had to make this happen. I wanted to say thank you. As we approach the 3rd aniversary of your death this year, I miss you more and more. But I make it through the day knowing that you are right beside me. I remember the last thing you said to me that day on the phone, right before you were killed. You told me, " You know I got your back dog. " Well Kieth, I know you had it on this one. Thanks old friend. I will try to honor you by taking this second chance I was given, and be a better cop then I ever thought I could be. In your honor my friend. See you soon.
Bill

Deputy William Scobie
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Department

January 16, 2008

Keith,

You are on my mind alot during this holiday season. You seemed to enjoy it so much. As for the last two Christmas', your presence will always be with us during this time. You hold that special place in my heart that will never go away. Merry Christmas!!

December 21, 2007

Keith, I hated to hear you passed on brother. I was away in Iraq when I got the news. I wanted to say a few things because I missed your funeral. I enjoyed knowing you and working with you at RCSD. You were a fine man and a great deputy. You were respected by everyone that met you. Your family should be very proud of you and I am sure they are. May God bless your family and loved ones. Peace be with you brother.

Scott Puckett
Former RCSD - Trained Keith in Region 3

December 10, 2007

Still miss and think of you and the times we all had.
Erob

December 8, 2007

Dear, Keith I didn't know you, but felt drawn to you because my two best friends EJ Alva,and Rodney Gonzalez whom I worked with at CPD are with you now. EJ has been gone for 15 years ,and I still feel the loss of a good friend. I just found out about Rodney,and my heart has been broken again. You are in good company of two of the finest people I have ever known. From the Reflection left for you, I know you were loved by many people. Please watch over Rodney and EJ for me. My heart goes out to your loved ones,as I know first hand you never get over the loss, but you have to go on. The memories I have of my two friends keep me going when things get rough.I feel safe knowing that the 3 of you are watching over your fellow Law Enforcement Officers. May God bless you,and keep you safe.

Federal Officer DOJ Robert Hill
FCI Ashland, Ashland Ky.

December 5, 2007

This Thanksgiving I am thankful that I knew you and went through academy with you. You are always in our thoughts and each time I pin on this badge I remember you.

Kyleigh and the rest of the Cannon family are also in my thoughts and prayers.

Pfc. T. Prout
Myrtle Beach Police Department

November 20, 2007

Happy Birthday Sunshine! We still love and miss you everyday!

Kyleigh

November 15, 2007

Happy Birthday Sweetie!! Our love and thoughts for you will forever be in our hearts.

Debbie-Kyleigh's Mom

November 14, 2007

God bless you, Keith.

Michigan

September 10, 2007

I love you! Now and forever!!! You will never be forgotten.

August 23, 2007

"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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept.

July 10, 2007

Whats Crack-in ?

Me and Gonzalez still laugh on the lawn motor you bought from Larry and you were going to cut your grass with long Black socks and pimp-in. I think of you every time we pass the last spot when God called you. My wife cannot understand why my eyes get watery, but who will if you were not their. Keep looking down us times do get hard ,but you always keep me laughing about cutting grass.

Soto

Sgt.David Soto
richland County Sheriff's Department

May 24, 2007

Keith,

First I wanted to apologize for not leaving you a reflection on Friday. It was more than I could handle. I spent the entire day doing any and everything I could to keep the memories of that tragic day two years ago off of my mind. The worst day of my life isn't something that I try to remember and unfortunately...I will for the rest of my life. Our minds ability to suppress is probably the greatest gift we could have ever been given. If I could remember all the pain, shock ,and raw emotion of that day, I don't think I would be able to make it. Though I will never forget that afternoon, thankfully most of it has faded into distant memories that I can't exactly recall.

It's hard to believe that it's been two years. Some days it feels like only yesterday and other days...it feels like an eternity. Time really has seemed to pass slowly over the past two years. Most of the time it seemed like I was moving in slow-motion. Then there are always the days that move backward instead of forward.

The life we should be sharing and the furture we would be builting together keeps me from letting go. I know that I need to start building a life for myself, but nothing seems to fit. With you...everything was as it should be and I was never afraid of what we would face next because I knew that we would face it together. That security along with many other emotions and feelings, no longer exist.

I will hold you in my heart forever. You are my one true love and I miss you everyday. Keep watch over all of your loved ones and the ones whos lives you touched. Keep your fellow brothers safe and walk beside them everyday. I love you baby!

Kyleigh

May 8, 2007

Hey Brother,

You are always in my heart. Be at peace my friend

Anthony
Friend

May 6, 2007

I know it is hard to believe that two years have passed. Whenever a loved one is lost, part of you feels like it has been forever, and part of you feels like it was yesterday. Know that on this very difficult day, Deputy Cannon's family, friends, and fellow officers are in our prayers. You are not alone.

Wife of an officer

May 4, 2007