Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My family would like to extend our deepest heart felt sympathies to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Chief Dion Nelson. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. We would like to let law enforcement officers everywhere know how much we appreciate them for putting their lives on the line everyday doing their jobs to keep their communities safe. May God watch over and protect each & everyone of you!

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2-16-04

October 26, 2005

Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Chief Nelson. May GOD continue to bless the family and friends at this time. Thank you for serving and protecting.

Shirley Roberts
Aunt of Fallen Officer John Logan EOW-3-14-04

October 25, 2005

I will miss u, only we knew
Love Nate

Nathan Logan

October 24, 2005

May you rest in peace brother.

Officer Inman
Birmingham Police dept. West Precinct

October 24, 2005

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE
OFFICERS SEND OUR CONDOLENCES. OUR
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH CHIEF
NELSON, HIS FAMILY AND CO-WORKERS.

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE - BUFFALO, NEW YORK

October 22, 2005

I CAN SAY A LOT ABOUT DIRECTOR NELSON. NOT ONLY WAS HE A GREAT SUPERVISOR AND OUTSTANDING ASSET TO THIS CITY, HE WAS A DEAR FRIEND.WE ALL FELT VERY COMFORTABLE TALKING TO HIM, ON OR OFF DUTY. HE WANTED TO MAKE SURE HIS EMPLOYEES WERE HAPPY. HE WAS AN ALL AROUND GUY WHO LOVED LIFE AND HE LOVED TO MAKE PEOPLE LAUGH. I WOULD ALWAYS ASK HIM TO TELL ME A JOKE AND IF HE DIDN'T HAVE ANYTHING NEW HE WOULD MAKE UP ONE, AND IT WOULD BE JUST AS FUNNY. THAT'S THE KIND OF PERSON HE WAS, HE WANTED TO MAKE SURE HE MADE ME LAUGH. WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU DEARLY DIRECTOR NELSON.THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER LIKE YOU.

communications officer keema brewster
york police dept

October 20, 2005

dion nelson! for everyone who knew him their life was touched by a special person. he was a supervisor and a friend. even though there was only 5 years age difference i would go as far to say he was a father figure also. his advise was priceless on to many occassions. he will be truly missed even though i know he's still watching over his YPD. we take pride here knowing that he trained us his soldiers to be dion nelson like. there will never be another one like him but we will carry his YPD like he is still here. WE MISS YOU O'BOY!!!

PATROLMAN RAY MCVAY JR
YORK POLICE DEPT

October 19, 2005

To the family and friends of Chief of Police Dion R Terrell Nelson...

My heart goes out to you. It is evident that this beautiful young man touched many lives. It is evident that this man lived a life of character and integrity as well as great service. To his parents that brought him in to this world as well as to his parents that guided him throughout his life, we all understand a little about your deep loss, anguish, shock surrounding this entire situation. God will help you heal. I pray that his legacy will live on through the lives of the people that knew him well. Live a life of service in honor of this mans legacy. Give of yourself and keep your communities stong. We had a great model in this young man. What a testimony to the human spirit! God bless you all!

VERNA SMITH HARRIS-LABOY
FAMILY FRIEND

October 17, 2005

Thank you for your service.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

October 15, 2005

There are so many things to say about Dion. He was everyhting you could think of. I would never have known him had it not been for Stacie. He made her happy and that's all that mattered to me. But when I got to know him, I loved him too. Dion is truly missed but all we have to do is look into the eyes of any of his children and he's looking right back at us. To Ms. Bootie, Stacie, Astryd, Achuntee, Dion Jr., and Dakari, please know that Dion will always be here with us in spirit and I know he is watching over us. I love you all. Rest in peace Dion.

Margie Walker

October 13, 2005

Dion was a dedicated man of service to his community and country. He found his niche for serving his community when we were in high school. We both served as volunteer firefighters and lifeguards for the City of York. We found it enjoyable and honorable to serve our community at such a young age. I will never forget our enthusiasm when we were called to our first fire. His dedication to serving the community continued as he became a police officer and firefighter for the city. Beyond taking care of York, the city he loved, he was a dedicated soldier and a caring friend. Dion will always be my best friend and my brother. When I was down, he lifted me up. When I thought of giving up, he gave me hope. I've known and loved him all of my life... we were joined at the hips from the day we met. It's very hard for me to accept his passing b/c he was one of my reasons for living. I often visualized us as "old men" fishing and telling stories about our younger days. I will cherish the memories we shared and share our stories with our kids and tell them what a great man he had become. To use his favorite word... he was OUTSTANDING..............
LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER
YOUR BOY. G. Ward

Geoffery M. Ward
Life Long Friend

October 12, 2005

To my sister Rose& Charle, my niece Vatonya, My nephew Tory, his father Joseph and his precious childern. I'am very very sorry for the lost of your son, brother and father. I know the pain have taken roots and run deep down within your soul. So my love one look up, be quiet and stay in prayer and watch God move mountain. Yes Dion achieve many thing in this life but the most important thing Dion accomplish was accept Jesus Christ as his Lord Of Lord of his life. That where Dion is happy with Jesus.Dion R. Terrell Nelson was a very very special child the day he was born.Yes! Dion was love& respect by so many. Their is no words how much our special child will be missed. E.G.

October 10, 2005

To Mr and Mrs Rosie Terrell Howard and Joe Knox and friends and family may God be with you on this day and that God will bring peace and joy in your life. Dion R. Nelson had lifted up so many people by his sense of humor, beautiful smile and always willing to help so one in need. We will miss him dearly.
May God bless the whole Terrell family and Knoll family. Nephew!

JANETTE TERRELL

October 9, 2005

To Mr and Mrs Rosie Terrell Howard and Joe Knox and friends and family may God be with you on this day and that God will bring peace and joy in your life. Dion R. Nelson had lifted up so many people by his sense of humor, beautiful smile and always willing to help so one in need. We will miss him dearly.
May God bless the whole Terrell family and Knoll family. Nephew!

JANETTE TERRELL

October 9, 2005

Dion was an outstanding soldier, fireman, police officer, father, son, and friend. We were to be married the first week of Oct. I will forever keep his memory alive for our 2 yr old and 5 month old sons. THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO LEFT A WORD OF ENCOURGEMENT. ALWAYS AND FOREVER BOOTIE----STACIE A. LOCKHART

Stacie Lockhart

October 9, 2005

I have known Dion for several years and shared many conversations about our military careers and the fire department. His dedication to his country, and our community will be missed.

LI1 Jimmy Robinson USNR-R
United States Naval Reserve

October 7, 2005

Rest in Peace Brother. We appreciate you, your service, faithfulness and dedication to duty. Be assured your loved ones are not alone for we are but a phone call away.
Bob Johnson VA-VI

Bob Johnson U.S. Marshal's (Ret'd)
Blue Knights International Police Assn.

October 7, 2005

Dion "CHIEF" You were a tremendous asset to your community and will be greatly missed by the city of York and Sumter County. God bless you and give strength to your family.

PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER BEAU H. GUNTER
HUNTSVILLE PORT AUTHORITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

October 7, 2005

Thank you for your service. Having lost my son in the line of duty, I can sympathize with your pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you, asking God to give you comfort & strength through the long days and nights ahead.

Brenda Lucas, Mother of fallen officer
Anthony D. Lucas, French Camp, MS, Police Chief, EOW – February 4, 2005

October 6, 2005

This tragic accident lets us remember that no one in Law Enfrocemnt is exempt from the danger we encounter daily. Chief, Rest in Peace my brother. The watch is ours now. To the family. May God watch over you and protect you in this time of need. May you find comfort in that Chief is in a better place helping to prepare a place for you. God Bless You and Keep You.

Atlanta Ga. Police Officer
Atlanta P.D.

October 5, 2005

May God comfort you (the Nelson family) at this difficult time. My familys prayers go out to you.

John Johnson
Johnson Specialties

October 5, 2005

Dion was a friend of mine for the past 27 years; he was an awesome guy and a dedicated Police Officer. He loved the law; it made him a better person and for that he appreciated law enforcement. He is missed tremendously.

Vonda Bell
United States Department of Agriculture

October 5, 2005

ANYTIME, DION WOULD COME BY OUR OFFICE, HE WOULD MAKE OUR WORLD A LITTLE BRIGHTER. HE WAS AN OUTSTANDING OFFICER, REPRESENTING HIS DEPT. WELL. HE WILL BE SINCERELY MISSED. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY AND LOVE ONES.
YOUR FRIENDS,
DARREN, BUDDIE ROY, & PATRICIA
AT COOK'S ELECT.SYST./C.E.S.
DEMOPOLIS,AL

October 5, 2005

Our hearts go out to the family and co-workers of Chief Nelson. You can be very proud of him for his service to his community and his fellow man. May God bless you and guide you all through this most difficult of times. Be proud of him always.

Trooper
Pennsylvania State police

October 5, 2005

TO THE FAMILY OF DION NELSON MAY GOD FOREVER BLESS YOU AND THE MEMORIES OF YOUR LOVE ONE BE WITH YOU FOREVER. REST IN PEACE DION FOR GOD LOVED YOU BEST.

ALEXION CHANEY

October 4, 2005