Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Oh Gary,

This is like the last chapter in a horribly sad story. I’ll never forget that dinner three years ago; how we all laughed about the doughnuts you had to have for dessert, the plans we had to visit you both in NY, the memories of your wedding. It was the last time I held Jennifer in my arms and the last time I saw you smile. We lost touch in the years since Jennifer passed but you were never far from my thought and prayers. I always looked for you whenever a NYC police officer was on TV. Now our only comfort is that you and Ferdy are together….you can make her laugh again. This world has lost two very special people. It is Heaven’s gain. Please watch over us all until we meet again. Rest in peace.

Reen

Maureen

May 9, 2006

On May 4th, 2005, I lost my brother in the line of duty in a car accident. I hoped that another hero wouldn't be taken after his passing, but sadly enough that's not the case. I pray that your family has the peace that can only come from Jesus Christ and that you, along with my brother and all the ones who have gone before you are patrolling the streets of Heaven together. My God bless you and your family always.

"Blessed are the peacemakers for they will be called the children of God."

Kevin Cannon
Brother of Deputy Byron Keith Cannon EOW 5-4-05

May 9, 2006

While I did not know Gary, I know many officers in Chesterfield and throughout the state. My mom has worked for the Dept of Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Division for a few years. I often go with her to different areas around the state for trainings and conferences where I have met many officers from all over VA whom I hold dear to my heart. We also have very close friends who are with CPD. Knowing the danger they face everyday really makes you step back and wonder why someone would be willing to do this. Yet it makes you so proud that they do! Its simply dedication, courage and honor. I am so greatful Gary called Chesterfield home and was around to keep my family, friends and myself safer. Since Thursday I have carried such a heavy heart. I keep asking myself why, but I know I'll probably never come up with the answer. I do hope Gary is resting well with his beautiful wife and looking down over us. I have read all 15 pages of this reflection and it constantly sends chills up my spine. It means so very much to have such a strong man such as Gary, serving to protect a place Ive called home all my life. I am truly sorry I never came in contact with him. Without you Gary, Chesterfield will never be the same. To the family and friends- May you find in God the comfort and strength you need to deal with such difficult times. To Officer Diman, you & Gary are both heros! May you have a speedy recovery. Keep your chin up and hold the memories of Gary dear to your heart. To Chesterfield PD & officers around the nation-you are always in my thoughts. Thanks a million for all you do. You'll never realize just how thankful we are for your service. Gary Buro, U-124 GODSPEED!

Katie
Chesterfield Resident

May 9, 2006

Rest in peace my brother and may God bless the family you have left behind.

Sergeant Clinton Schott
Chesterfield County Police Department

May 9, 2006

May God bless you.

May 9, 2006

My department is gracious enough to let us attend services as we have for those brothers that have fallen in the past. We attended the service for Gary to show our respect for him, his family and the brotherhood. Please accept our heart felt sympathies and prayers for Gary's family, friends and co-workers. Diman, keep your head up, were thinking of you also, Brother.. Kill Devil Hills Polce NC on the OBX.

George Farrow Detective
Kill Devil Hills Police Dept NC

May 9, 2006

It takes a hero to serve and protect, you are truly a hero. Thank you for your years of dedication.

A Chesterfield Resident

May 9, 2006

Gary, we only had you with us a brief while, but we are blessed that you gave us the honor of becoming one of our own. You will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. Your family and Kathy will forever be in our hearts and prayers. God bless, U-124

dispatcher
Chesterfield Emergency Communications

May 9, 2006

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 just
got to steep. And I never passed a cry for help, though times I shook with
fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept many 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 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."

Author Unknown

A Chesterfield Citizen

May 9, 2006

From one Law Enforcement family to another.. You have our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. You also have our thanks for allowing Officer Buro to serve our community and others throughout his career.

RPD Officer and MCV Nurse

May 9, 2006

I went to School with Gary in the mid 80's. Back in those days we played on the same football team. I moved away and ran into Gary a few years later. I had no idea our career paths took the same route. I arrived at roll call today and a fellow officer passed a photo to me about an Officer who was killed in Va. I recognized his face. I sat in my Patrol Car tonight and said a prayer for you -Gary. Rest in Peace Brother.I only wish our paths had crossed on the street or maybe the same beat.

Officer Mike Yanavok
Coral Springs Police Dept.

May 9, 2006

There is so much that can be said about Gary that I do not know where to start. Those of us who were lucky enough to know him will always hold fond memories of him in our heart. I can't help but keep thinking about the day he left NY to start his new job in Virginia. He was so excited about becoming a Chesterfield Officer. I wish I could go back to that day and tell him not to go. To everyone else who is an officer themselves this is a big wakeup call because Gary was an excellent officer. If something like this can happen to Gary it can happen to anyone so please no matter where you work be carefull. Gary you have touched so many lives across the country. You were a good man and you are going to be missed more than you could have ever imagined. Thank you for all the fond memories I will now hold dear to my heart for the rest of my life.

NYPD Midtown South PCT

May 9, 2006

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. HEROS NEVER DIE THEY LIVE FOREVER. SEMPER FI!

PTL. G. BRENNER (SGT. USMC)
GALLOWAY TWP. PD

May 8, 2006

Blessed are the peacekeepers for they are the servants of the lord." Your service has earned you a place in heaven no church goer can touch. You served us all,now rest with god and know your spirit is in all your brothers left behind still trying to make it safe here on earth as you did. I did not know you, but you were my brother. Semper Fi

Patrol RWSisson
Prince George Police Department

May 8, 2006

i know what it feels like to loose some one very close to you, i aslo lost some one close to me in the lie of duty my mom was engadged to richmond police depatments douglas wendel whom died almost three years ago it is a tough lost to handel i was only 9 im not going to lie to you all and tell you that the hurt will go away because it wont it just gets easier as time goes bye i miss him and love him and that will never change but i wish you all the best and hop you all are doing okay

tori misseri

tori
step daughter of rpd's police officer douglas e. wendel

May 8, 2006

Gary - you are a "true hero" in every aspect of the word.
As a wife of a police officer, my heart goes out to Kathy your family and the brotherhood of officers..I can not even begin to imagine what they are going through.
I think I will probably hug my husband a little tighter and longer each time he leaves for work from now on.
May god be with you always.

Wife of a Henrico Police Officer

May 8, 2006

Gary - While we weren't given much time to get to know you, the day you put that uniform on you became one of "our guys." The turnout at your memorial service today was a testament to the strong, courageous person you were. Know that you and your family will never be forgotten.

Dispatcher
Chesterfield Emergency Communications

May 8, 2006

Your commitment will never be forgotten. May God hold you in his hand and bless your family...

LTN
Officer- Henrico Division of Police

May 8, 2006

To the family and friends of Office Buro,
While I did not know him personally, I am a resident of Richmond and just the thought of a dedicated officer who did the honor of protecting us has passed, causes me to pay respect. May God's love and blessings be with you during this time. Thank you officer Buro, for caring about people enough to risk your life.
D. Dixon
A Citizen

May 8, 2006

Gary, although I only met you a few times while you were on calls at Chippenham ER, I felt like we were friends. You were always smiling and laughing and so nice to our staff in the ER. I remember coming home one night and asking my fiance', a fellow chesterfield officer, if he had ever met you and telling him how nice you were. I'm sorry that he did not get to meet you. You will not be forgotten. My condolences to Officer Buro's family and especially to Kathy.
Sarah Tomlinson,RN and fiance' of CCPD unit 419

Sarah Tomlinson, RN
fiance' of a Chesterfield Officer

May 8, 2006

May God help your family through the days to follow. My prayers are with you and yours.

Patrolman
Prince George's County Police

May 8, 2006

I attended the memorial service today to honor our fallen brother, Gary Buro. It was a wonderful service, Gary touched the lives of many. My prayers go out to the Buro Family and his extended family in law enforcement in New York, Florida, and Chesterfield County, Virginia. May God hold you in the palm of his hand in your eternal resting place.

Captain John Keohane
Richmond Police department

May 8, 2006

My heart is sadden to loss a brother that I have only had for a short few months. My prayers and thoughts are with your family and your brothers and sisters in blue that you have worked with...GOD BLESS YOU!

Deanna Owens U-223
Chesterfield County Police

May 8, 2006

I didn't have the honor to meet Gary but all that I have heard is only the best. My heart has been broken to loss my brother that I have had for such a short time. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and his other brothers and sisters in blue that he work with....GOD BLESS YOU GARY

Deanna Owens U-223
Chesterfield County Police Department

May 8, 2006

Thank you for your service. May God bless you and your loved ones.

May 8, 2006