Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

my heartfelt sympathy goes out to officer saffran's family and fellow officers.as he patrols at his new assignment let us never forget this brave officer and his family. we all grieve with them.god bless

deputy w c elliott
campbell county sheriff's office rustburg virginia

October 9, 2005

To the family, friends and fellow officers of Officer Michael Kevin Saffran- I want to express my most sincere condolences on your loss. I hope that you can get some peace knowing that Officer Saffran is sitting next to God and watching over all us. He died a hero doing what he loved to do. I thought I would share this poem that was left on the reflections of Bryan Hurst, the first officer killed in the line of duty this year. He was a classmate at the police academy and a friend.

"A Part of America Died"

Somebody killed a policeman today,
and a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect,
will be buried with him at his side.

The suspect that shot him will stand up in court,
with counsel demanding his rights.
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,
and spend many long, lonely nights.

The beat that he walked was a battle field too,
just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
to his name they will add a gold star.

Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
a cop put his life on the line.

Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
and he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call, of himself gave his all,
and a part of America died.
-Unknown

To Officer Saffran,
I will meet you at my FINAL ROLL CALL. Give a shout out to Bryan. Rest easy now brother, we have got it from here.

Officer Jody Grube
Columbus, Ohio Police Department

October 9, 2005

God Bless....Thanks for your sacrafice.

Trp 1285/VA State Police

October 9, 2005

ALLTHOUGH I NEVER MET YOU, YOUR A COPS' COP !!! , MY CONDOLENCES AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY! THANK'S TO A HERO THAT WILL NOT BE FOGOTTEN. IT'S INCREDIBLE THAT WE HAVE TO LOOSE YET ANOTHER BROTHER. THE DIRT BAG THAT TOOK OFFICER SAFFRAN'S LIFE WILL NO LONGER WALK THE FACE OF THIS EARTH TILL JUDGEMENT DAY! GOD SPEED BUDDY AND THANKS FOR HELPING THE WORLD BE A SAFER PLACE FOR ALL OF US LEO'S, FAMILIES AND CITIZENS EVERYWHERE.

TPR. VELEZ
FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL

October 9, 2005

Portsmouth and Chesapeake work closely on a daily basis. Your family and co-workers will have our support and prayers. Godspeed, and god bless.

Sgt. S. Burke
Portsmouth Police Department

October 9, 2005

Go with G_d, sir! The good people of this great state will never forget your heroism or the sacrifices of other lawmen who put their lives in jeopardy for the rest of society. My the good L_rd watch over your family and fellow officers during these trying times.

Former Deputy Sheriff
Hanover County (VA) Sheriff's Office

October 9, 2005

THANK YOU FOR YOUR HEROIC ACTIONS REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER

CF
NorfolkPD

October 9, 2005

On behalf of the men and women of the Town of Camillus Police Department, our deepest sympathy's to the family, friends and co-workers of officer Michael Kevin Saffran. Rest in Peace Brother, we now have the Watch.

PBA
Town Of Camillus Police Department, NY

October 9, 2005

A Part of America Died Today

Somebody killed a policeman today,
and a part of America died.
A piece of his country he swore to
protect,
will be buried with him at his side.
The scum that shot him will stand up
in court,
with counsel demanding his rights.
While a young widowed mother must work
for her kids,
and spend many long, lonely nights.
The beat that he walked was a battle-
field too,
just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly
at half staff,
to his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our
locked doors,
a cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks a beat on his dark
city street,
as he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call, of himself gave
his all,
AND A PART OF AMERICA DIED.

God Bless you and your family, Officer Saffran. May God give them the strength to carry on. You will NEVER be forgotten and THANK YOU for keeping US safe. Godspeed.

Lisa
Georgia Civilian

October 9, 2005

Rest in Peace Brother. We salute you and are proud you are one of us in "The Thin Blue Line" You are yet another example of what heroes are made of. So sad how the press gives so much attention to a bad cop and ever so little to the good ones. The eveyday Heroes. 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 9, 2005

Courage is the thing. All goes if courage goes.

Be at peace Brother.

Heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Saffran.

Ofc. Scott Bachman
Baltimore County (MD) PD

October 9, 2005

Rest in Peace...

Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept,NY

October 9, 2005

Your family and the Chesapeake Police Department are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest easy Brother Saffran.

Scott Sparks, Agent
Virginia Alcoholic Beveage Control

October 9, 2005

HERO

Tpr.
MA STATE POLICE

October 9, 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.


My brother, may you now rest in peace. We will resume your watch. God bless you and your family.

Officer Justin W Yohe
Sweetser Police Department, Sweetser Indiana

October 9, 2005

The staff and members of Police Wives Online send our deepest sympathy and prayers to Offficer Saffran family. Thank you Officer Saffran for your service, and sacrifice, you are a true hero! You will never be forgotten.

October 9, 2005

Rest in peace brother. We will take the watch from here. You are a true hero, and will be remembered forever!

Officer H. B. Harrison
Portsmouth Police Dept

October 9, 2005

Rest Ofc. Saffran, your dedication and sacrafice will not be forgotten.

Tpr. D McGuckin
MI State Police

October 9, 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

October 9, 2005

Thank You for your Naval Service and your Police Service. God Bless Your Family and Kids.

Tommy Harrell
None

October 9, 2005

Officer Saffran, I never knew you personally, but your death effects me as if you were my best friend. It is always hard to lose a fellow officer. You gave the ultimate sacrifice and you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace and watch over us.

Officer K.A. Lokey
Virginia Beach Police Department

October 9, 2005

Being police officers we never know what our next call will be when it comes over the radio, never the less responding to the call and walking into a scene we know nothing about. Unfortunately Officer Michael Saffran received his last call to service, and he will be greatly missed. I extend to the family to always remember his bravery and courage. Officer Saffran your shift is over now, and we will take it from here. Rest in peace, brother...

Deputy James Edward Bradford Jr.
Bradley County Sheriff Department

October 9, 2005

To Officer Saffran family and friends our hearts and prayers go out to you

God Bless you

Terry Miyares, surviving spouse
Officer Emilio Miyares, Hialeah PD, Fl 11/6/86

October 9, 2005

thank you for your serivce ..rest in peace

aj russell

October 9, 2005

RIP, Michael

John
CPD

October 9, 2005