Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

On behalf of the members of the Virginia State Police we extend our condolences to our brothers and sisters wearing the badge of the Arkansas State Police and to the family of Trooper Mark Carthron.
It is in Mark's memory that we continue on.

Master Trooper
Virginia State Police

September 12, 2005

Another sad day for those in blue, another terrible loss for the men and women who serve you. Trooper Carthron this day, I salute you and say the goodbyes between us all are but short twitches in time, one day we will all be reunited as one big team again. Till then I pray that God brings a wing of peace and calm to your personal family and your fellow comrades. You did your job well, and a community thanks you.

Scott Parker Police Officer
Itasca Police Department, Texas

September 12, 2005

To the family and friends or Trooper Carthron my heart and prays go out to you fallen love one and brother in arms.

SRC
Attending Academy

September 12, 2005

Rest well Tpr. Carthron, your dedication and sacrafice will never be forgotten. You, your family and friends are all in the prayers of the MSP. God bless.......

Tpr. D McGuckin
Michigan State Police

September 12, 2005

Thank you for you service to the community. You will never be forgotten by those who serve as you did.

RIP Trooper Carthron

September 12, 2005

America Lost another hero, Trooper Carthron go patrol those streets of gold. you died a Hero. to the family and friends may god bless you and confort you. R.I.P. Brother

Sergeant William M. Riley
Aragon Ga Police Dept.

September 12, 2005

“REMEMBER ME”
Law enforcement officers are, indeed, a special breed of people. Ask anyone on the street and they will tell you that they would not have our jobs for anything in the world. It takes something special to do what we do and at the same time be able to even contemplate retirement. We try to be optimists. Unfortunately, there are a few of us who will never make that date with retirement. By the very nature of our job, we are at risk everyday of losing our lives, either at the hand of some deranged individual or in some other situation that we, by virtue of our occupation, may be unable to avoid. Some people have recognized the hazardous duties we involve ourselves in, the risks we take, and the pride we take in accomplishing that job. There is National Law Enforcement Week, dedicated to us who gladly accept the responsibility of protecting the citizens in our respective jurisdictions. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Day is dedicated to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. These are but a two examples of remembrances specifically for law enforcement personnel. Remembrances that come but once a year. We should remind fellow officers of another type of remembrance, one that will last a lifetime. Sooner or later, a doctor will pronounce us dead. It is inevitable. Regardless of whatever happens, death is the end we will all have to face.
“IT IS IN DEATH THAT WE CAN LIVE FOREVER”
Author Unknown

Jim Moore
New Orleans P.D., Retired

September 12, 2005

As we in Minnesota burried one of our own officers today, we are saddened to hear another brave individual such as yourself has perished. God bless you and your family.

Reserve Officer
A MN PD

September 12, 2005

My heart is so saddened by yet another officer down. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, fellow officers and the community served by this officer. There are no words sufficient to ease the pain of this loss. Please know that prayers are going up all over this nation for you. We are grieving with you. May his legacy live on through you.

Debra Brantley, Law Enforcement Wife and
Huntsville Alabama

September 12, 2005

My prayer go out to Trooper Carthron's family, friends and fellow officers.

Sgt. Dion Shockley
Fayetteville Police Dept.

September 12, 2005

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

September 12, 2005

TO: The family; loved ones; friends and department members: A POLICE OFFICER’S PRAYER:--- O, gentle Lord ! Keep the day/night watch with me. As I begin my tour of duty, I ask your protection from all mental, physical and spiritual harm. Sustain me with the knowledge that I am doing your work, endeavoring to keep peace among your people. Help me to be just as I enforce the law without prejudice or favor to anyone. May I be courageous but not reckless in carrying out my duties. Let me respond to all calls with haste realizing that so many are dependent upon me for life and safety. Support me with your consoling power when I am tempted to think no one really cares and that I am taken for granted. Sustain in me the conviction that so many thousands do care and are grateful for my presence. Grant that I may be loyal to my partner and my fellow officers, and that I may back them up effectively when called upon for assistance. Lord, I ask that I may return safely, after my tour of duty, to my loved ones and those who love me. I pray that I may be a good and honorable police officer; and after my tour of duty is over here on earth, may I enjoy the peace and happiness of heaven that you have promised to those who serve you well. AMEN. *** REST IN PEACE ***

Chief ( retired ) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington New Jersey

September 12, 2005

Rest in peace brother.

V-28
USBP

September 12, 2005

Trooper Carthron, you are a true hero and will never be forgotten. Please try and comfort your wife, parents and brother for they have a very long road ahead of them. There are no words that I can offer to comfort them except that I know what they are feeling and that you lost your life doing a job that you loved. God be with you and your family.

Robert Gordon, father of fallen officer Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Robert Gordon

September 12, 2005

God bless the blue angels. Those willing to go, everyday into the valley of the shadow. and those who now find peaceful shelter on the other side. You are forever in our hearts and prayers.

D.Johnson
EMT

September 12, 2005

god speed

September 12, 2005

Our Greatest Fear

Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again, I hold back a tear.
They patrol in the state, city, county and town,
in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.
The shape of their badges may vary,
but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.
They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,
but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.
To uphold the law is the job that they pick,
with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?
They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,
after their lives have met tragic ends.
Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,
to many have been lost when gunshots ring out.
Our Heavenly Father has called them home,
no more these dark streets do they roam.
Through trial and error they have given their best,
please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again I hold back a tear.


Trooper Carthron thank you for all you have given. Keep watching over us, we have it from here. God bless you and your family.

Officer Justin W Yohe
Sweetser Police Department, Sweetser Indiana

September 12, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of Trooper Carthron; may he rest in peace.

Linda Lamm - LEO Wife and Sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11/05/04

September 12, 2005

God Bless Trooper Carthron, Arkansas State Police, his family and friends.He gave the ulitimate sacrafice, rest in peace brother you will not be forgotten!

Ptl. LaMee
LaGrange GA PD

September 12, 2005

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Trooper Mark Carthron, and the Arkansas State Police. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Trooper Carthron, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

September 12, 2005

Trooper Carthron, your loss is felt by officers all over the globe. Your sacrifice will never be forgoten by your brothersin blue. God Speed.

Georgia Officer

September 12, 2005