Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

We all grieve for Officer Michael Saffran and he will be remembered for all time through our memorials and ceremonies ….. along with his name being placed on the hallowed walls of the National Police Officer’s Memorial, in Washington, DC. Of course, this is little comfort to family, friends and his extended “law enforcement family”. As I near the end of my career in Chesapeake I am reminded, by his death, of the sacrifice we are all willing to make. Officer Saffran made this sacrifice for us, and the citizens he protected that fateful day. Let us remember him fondly and his heroic and gallant deed.

Lieutenant Kenny Kumm
Chesapeake Police Department

Lieutenant Kenny Kumm
Chesapeake Police

October 12, 2005

"I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us." Romans 8:18.

I pray that your family may find the peace of the Lord in this most difficult time. Thank you for your sacrifice.

Asst. Commonwealth Attorney Jeff Bennett
Lynchburg Commonwealth's Attorney's Office

October 12, 2005

I’ve been away from my office for a few days only to find so many of my brothers have fallen. I pray your family and friends will find strength and comfort in the reflections left by your extended family. May your spirit have a joyous homecoming and may you enjoy your eternal resting place “High on the mountain”.

D/Sgt. Vencent Woods
State of Michigan Department of Environmental Quality

October 12, 2005

I am a cousin of Larry Blount. I have not seen him in over 20 years. Who would imagine such a terror. My heart goes out to the love ones of this officer. I have read some of the rememerences on the web and believe he was not only a wonderful officer but a wonderful person. On the behalf of my family, I apoligize for your husband, father, and friend's life being taken. In the memory of Officer Michael Saffran, I promise to teach my children and grandchildren to live a God-fearing life,in the service and helping of others. To the children, I give a special apology. I pray that God heals all hurt and anger in your hearts. Please forgive us!!! WITH ALL MY HEART! Angela Holloway

Angela Holloway

October 12, 2005

In Valor there is Hope. I hope that prayer will sustain your family at this tragic time. Rest in Peace, brother.

P.O. Chris Welby
Bridgeton, Mo. PD

October 12, 2005

Fortune favors the brave brother. Heroes truly live forever. Godspeed.

Deputy
Norfolk Sheriff's Office

October 12, 2005

To the family and friends of Officer Michael Saffran my prayers and condolences go out to you. The United
States of America and the City of Chesapeake have lost a true hero.

Officer David Wellford
Suffolk Police Dept

October 12, 2005

"They are not Hero's because they died, They are Hero's because of how they lived."

Rest in Peace brother the lord has called you home.

Survivor
Thomas A. Hodges Jr. EOW 04-01-1976

Det. Christopher Hodges
Miami-Dade Police Department

October 12, 2005

my dear brother in blue, i am deeply saddened by your death, thank you for your heroic efforts in this neverending war on crime. may GOD be with your family during this difficult time, but remember " we shall all someday meet again in the house of our LORD ".

K-9 OFFICER J.L. VANCE
LEAKE S.O.

October 11, 2005

I pray to God that he gives your family and friends strength during this time of sorrow. Your ultimate sacrifice will be remembered, eternally.

MPO V.D. McCraw
Virginia Beach Police Dept., Virginia

October 11, 2005

We are a regional academy of 55 recruits made up of many different jurisdictions from the peninsula and southside. Your passing has happend a mere two weeks from our graduation and bought many of us back to the very real fact that we too will soon be out on the streets facing the same challenges that you faced.
You, your family, and your fellow CPD officers are forever in our thoughts and prayers.

HRCJTA
Newport News, VA

October 11, 2005

Gods speed on your new journey, and know that all who have fallen before you will help you and guide you on your way. Thank-you for being there and doing the job that so many others would not have done. You are a Hero. Rest in peace.

Officer P.J. Cimbal
Chesterfield County PD Virginia

October 11, 2005

I can`t understand what you are all going through right now. But even though im across the border, our prayer are with you all. Kevin did what he did, because he loved it just like all of us. He died a hero.......... if there is anything that we can do, just let us know.
God bless.
Police constable Stephen Hogg. #8938 22 division.. Toronto Police Service, CANADA

POLICE CONSATABLE S.HOGG
TORONTO POLICE SERVICE CANADA

October 11, 2005

My sincerest sympathy to the family and friends of Officer Michael Saffran as well as to the Chesapeake Police Department. Rest in peace Officer Saffran, you are gone but will not be forgotten...

Dispatcher Sue Rusch
Punta Gorda PD, Punta Gorda FL

October 11, 2005

I didn't know you, but I feel the pain of your death. I wanted you know that I appreciate what you did to protect others and what all your brothers do now to protect us. You've spent a life in service to your country and it's people. Thank you.

Dispatcher
Chesapeake Police Department

October 11, 2005

You gave the ultimate sacrifice to protect our community in Hampton Roads. Thank you for everything you have done and we will never forget you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and the Chesapeake Police Department.

FTO M. Cooper
Newport News Police Department

October 11, 2005

Our hearts were broken on Saturday morning--whether we were at headquarters or at home. Words cannot express the deep loss we feel and know your family will feel for years to come..but trust this.Mike..they will be taken care of, always..Well, well done..Good and faithful servant...God will raise you up, on eagles wings, bare you on the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun..and hold you in the palm of His hand...Peace, our brother in blue.
Mel Embry
CPD=C Squad Emergency Dispatch Center

Dispatch Supervisor M. J. Embry
Chesapeake Police Department

October 11, 2005

~~~Do Not Stand At My Grave And Weep~~~

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow
I am the diamond glints on snow
I am the sunlight on ripened grain
I am the gentle autumn’s rain
I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds circled in flight
I am the soft star that shines at night
I am the flowers that bloom by day
I am the fragrance of new mown hay
I am each blade of grass that grows
I am the rush of melting snow

Do not stand at my grave and cry
I am no there, I did not die…..

P/O Dan Bailey (Ret)
Norristown Police, Pa

October 11, 2005

Rest in peace, brother.

Officer R. Law
Burbank Airport Police Department

October 11, 2005

The Brotherhood that crosses the Ocean so easily lost one of their own. May all who miss brother Saffran find the strenght to overcome their loss. For what it is worth: In the Netherlands this Brgadier is thinking of Officer Saffran and those he had te leave behind.

Vigilat ut Quiescant: He wakes so they can rest. Officer Saffran did for sure. We will keep on doing so.

Brigadier Eric Jansen
Rotterdam City Police (Netherlands)

October 11, 2005

He stood with honor he stood with grace
he stood with his right hand raised
Taking the oath to protect and serve
Not giving a thought he would one day give his all.
Through the months he stopped drunks and punks trying to smoke and sell that bad stuff he had taken rude and hurtful names. Bruises and cuts but no need for complain.
Then the day came Oct 8th
he had gotten the call to give his all
I was in the dispatch center when I heard shots fired
Officer down "officer down"
I knew what was going on and
prayed this was all just a bad dream,and
that you would be fine at the end of the day.
Then that call from a fellow officer telling me my worst fear had just
come true.
I whispered and cried why today
why this way. Not one of my guys,
brothers, family in blue.

Saffran its now 10-42 here on earth,now U1310 your 10-41 in heaven 10-6 watching over your family,friends and co-workers doing 10-78 for the greatest commander and chief....
Now and for always you'll be Code 4
never forgotten and always remembered.
Love you Bud and you are truly my HERO.

Sr Disp B J Kendrick
Chesapeake Police

October 11, 2005

Rest in peace my brother, you will be missed.

Officer Justin Tindall
Chesapeake Police

October 11, 2005

Rest in Peace Brother
We will never Forget your sacrifice,
GODSPEED!

Master Detective
Chesterfield County Police Department

October 11, 2005

As a true hero you will live in our hearts and prayers. Thank you for your service and sacrafice.

A brother to all that were lost
CSO

October 11, 2005

Mike, I know that you’re in a better place and that you served with pride. My husband and I truly enjoyed getting to know you. I wish with all my heart that you were still with us but, I know that you will still be signing on with each and every officer on the street. Your family will be taken care of by each and everyone of the officers from the 47th session. My family and I will always remember the happy moments we had together and I know that my husband will never forget the bond you guys had while going threw and completing the police academy. Thanks again for your wonderful service and the opportunity to get to know you. May you rest in peace while helping God keep your fellow officers safe.

Amanda Mathews
Wife of Chesapeake Police Officer

October 11, 2005