Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hi O,

I can not believe it will be three years tomorrow since you've been gone. Often times, it still feels like you are around. As if I drove down to Flint, and walked through the door, you'd be catnapping on the couch. Not to mention I talk to you almost daily.

I have come to the point where I just thank God for you everyday and the time we got you for. I know He always has a plan. While it feels you were taken too early, I truly believe it was in His plan and that we were truly blessed to know you and love you.

Please watch over us during this special time, with baby on the way and grandparents to be made. Love you!

Kate

Katie

July 15, 2008

Hey O,

Just stopping by to say hello. SO much is going on here, and you are thought of often during these times. Mom and Dad just moved up here. Amy and I both agreed you would be shaking your head about this somewhere, but there were many signs that it was time to go. We saw all of the neighbors we grew up with and took plenty of pictures of the house. As I looked into our rooms one last time, I couldn't help but think of all the good times we had on Norbert St.
While I missed you terribly that day, I am missing you most when I think of the baby and how he or she is not going to meet you. They would no doubt adore you, and I wish you were here during this whole process. It's just another sign of how life goes on and how important it is that we keep your spirit alive. I love you.

Katie

June 5, 2008

Good morning O-
You are thought of lovingly often, but you know that already. However you left a host of people who keep you fondly in their hearts and minds, and whom we thank God for allowing us to have had you in our lives.
I miss you.
George Hamo, Flint

May 18, 2008

wearing blue for your today bud.... i miss you

mary
little cousin

May 15, 2008

hey o,

Long time to talk, seems like forever. I know its not though, you hear my prayers everynight. I know your listening too all of us, and i can only imagine how wonderful it feels to know that so many people love you and think of you on a daily basis. I miss you Owen,I know we didnt get to see each other as much as we wanted.I just remember when you were visiting in Ohio, Sarah and I always had to make extra visit's when we knew Katie and Owen were coming! I still feel that way when i ask granda (Aunt Donna) if katie is coming and i hate not getting to finish the rest of the sentence. I miss you alot Owen, so many things I wish I could have asked you and so many more memories I wanted to make. I cherish the ones I have more than you could know. I know we make alot more now just in thought. I can name a million times your name has proudly came out of my mouth in my law and government class i took in school. I talk as if you were there as a visitor to the class. Ha Ha I wish you could have. You were my Hero, and you alawys will be Owen.

Miss you more and more each day.

Mary
Cousin

May 14, 2008

Hi Ho, O,
I was up at the new house yesterday when I thought of you and the distance we would be from you. Then I remembered that where we are, you are. That was a comfort.
Love,
Dad

David Fisher
Father

May 1, 2008

Hi Sweetheart

We're just back from DC. It was wonderful to see Spring. We went to the memorial and found a whole group who had volunteered to clean all the panels before all the events in May. What a kind thing to do. It was very quiet and peaceful. While there is no comfort in having your name on that wall, there was comfort in not seeing another name below yours.

After visiting Arlington and seeing some things in DC, we went back to the memorial for one more quiet moment. First we saw about 30 Washington PD outside the hockey game. They had been down at the Mall for a rally by the American Nazi Party. They were sent to the Verizon Center in case all the jubilant Caps fans went wild. Then we got down by the monument and it was really noisy. There were about a dozen officers there and one guy with a portable loudspeaker system rapping and ranting about religion and politics - right at the memorial! Well, you guys all swore to defend the right of free speech and he sure was taking it to heart. Needless to say, we sat for a while but it wasn't the quiet moment we had wanted. Yet Dad and I both thought you'd be smiling.

I miss you - your smile, your laugh and your big hug. Keep watching over all of us. Life keeps evolving and I know you are part of it all.

Love,

Mom

Mother

April 22, 2008

Hi there--things are coming along fast here. It seems like I'm going to have this baby next week! I wish you were here so bad--you'd be an awesome Uncle. I was just thinking about you, and love you so much.

Katie

April 15, 2008

Hey O

I was just thinking about you and decided to finally stop in on your page and put it in writing. :) I know that you're watching over all of us during these growingly exciting times... and something tells me between katie and I, you've remained quite entertained over the past few months. Perhaps even a tiny bit of pity for the boys..? Alright, I think I'm going to try and get to bed now. I have to make sure I'm on my game so I can get that graduation thing your sister was talking about taken care of.
I miss you so much. Think about you all time and will love you always. Keep watching over us.

*amy

Amy

March 20, 2008

Hey,

Well, I hope you're watching during this exciting time. I am buying up all the great baby stuff I can find, going overboard, and being generally rediculous at times. You probably get a kick out of it and me driving Jer crazy--bless his heart. Amy is doing great--so close to being done with school. I am excited to have a graduation party for her eventually--it's been a while in the making. Mom and dad are moving up here soon. While I'm excited that they will be close to us and the baby, it is tearing my heart out to sell the house in Flint. More memories have happened in that house than anywhere else for all of us. Don't worry though, I'll still take the kiddo to Mott Park to play occasionally (just no homemade bombs in the tunnel). Just filling you in. Miss you and love you dearly.

Kate

Katie
sister

February 29, 2008

Hi O,
Well, you're going to be an uncle. Rest assured that we shall make you the living presence for your nephew/niece that you are for us who miss you. And rest assured that you are ever loved.
Love,
Dad

David Fisher
Father

February 12, 2008

Hi O,
I was waiting to write on here until I knew we were in the clear. Jer and I are going to have a baby. I've always known how much I've wanted this and how happy I would be. I am disappointed that you won't be here in the physical sense to meet him or her. They are truly missing out on meeting one genually good hearted, loving person who would have been there for them no matter what. That said, they will no doubt know who their Uncle is and how great you were.
I love you. I am missing you so much.
Katie

Katie

February 5, 2008

Hey O,
Wish you were around right now (well, all the time). There's so much going on. Something in perticular today made me think to myself that I would be calling you everyday to give updates (follow-up to come later). I'm just really missing you.

Love you,
Kate

Kate

January 5, 2008

Hi Sweetheart,

You were certainly with us in spirit for Christmas and in all we do. Thanks to you and your sister there are certain things that get done a certain way - and I'm glad they still do. I have a feeling they'll be that way for a long time.

I have missed you and wish you were here to share in our times of great happiness. I know you're watching over us which feels so good.

Love you, sweetie.

Mom

December 29, 2007

To officer Owen's family, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! God Bless your son and his service!

Jeremy
US Coast Guard

December 27, 2007

The gift of having had you in my life will stay with me always. I miss and love you always. Thank you for continueing to watch over all of us. Merry Christmas O.

Love Always,

Amy

December 25, 2007

Hi again O,
Last night you came upon me like a thunderbolt. I was hanging candy canes on the stockings when I noticed that there were five of them. I figured your mum, Katie, Jeremy, and myself. Then it hit: your stocking was there waiting for its candy cane. I imagined you, even in your twenties, sitting on the floor emptying your stocking. That old sorrow hit, and then I remembered that I would not have it any other way, except to have you here yet. That sorrow reminds me how blessed we were to have you for however long it was, the time during which we grew together.
Love you,
Dad

David Fisher
Father

December 24, 2007

Hi Ho O,
I'm missing one of our guardians of tradition at Christmas. You and Katie made sure each year that your curmudgeonly father observed Christmas properly. Your attempt to enforce the Cristmas spirit with your new-found maturity always gave me a kick. I miss the joy you spread each holiday and our daily talks.
Love you,
Dad

David Fisher
Father

December 21, 2007

STILL THINKING ABOUT YOU AND YOUR STILL IN MY HEART, I CAME ACROSS A POEM THAT I KNOW YOU WOULD APRICIATE.

THE FINAL INSPECTION

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 judgement 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."

PSO ANGEL MERREN
KALAMAZOO PUBLIC SAFETY

December 16, 2007

Hey Bro--we were talking about Police Week the other day. A little early, but nonetheless we have four of us heading there for 2008. Plus, mom and dad, of course. I thought about going at another time of year when it's less crowded. But there's just something about feeling like we are there, during that time, representing you. It's the least we can do for you, but I think we all try to keep you and your light alive in some way each and every day. I miss you more than anyone (other than you & God) can tell--I keep to myself quite a bit. I've come to the following belief that has seemed to help: I thank God everyday for the miracle of you in our lives, the time He let us experience you and everything you stood for, and that it was a gift. Do I think you're gone too soon? Undoubtedly--but there's a plan for everyone. That being said, my life is better and more enriched having had you for the brief time we did. I wouldn't change that.
Love you today and always,
Kate

Katie

November 26, 2007

Whats up Owen, We had another chase last night and officers still don't get it!!! How soon do we forget, but It still hurts when I look at your empty seat in roll call. I appreciate you looking out for me like you do. Just saying thanks Bro and I miss u.

Ofc. S. Lofton
FPD/Friend

November 23, 2007

Happy birthday.

Love you always,

Amy

November 19, 2007

Hey O,

I stopped by to see you today, my cousin Nicole was laid to rest not too far away from you. Heaven must've needed another angel. I can't believe it's been a couple years already and I think about you still all the time. Give Nicole a big hug for me and I hope you both can continue to watch over our family during this difficult time.

Love,
Jen

Jenny Daunt
friend

November 16, 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

November 14, 2007

I haven't come on here in a while. I owe you a few "thanks" for everything you still do for me. Thank you for staying with me even though we're no longer together. Thank you for understanding, but moreso helping me understand. I'm reminded daily of the million things you taught me. (most of it was unintentional...but still, thanks) I miss you and love you always.

Amy

November 12, 2007