Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

A couple of days ago, most of the watch was in the lunchroom enjoying our camaraderie when your name popped up. We reminisced how we served with you, shared meals with you and your love of Hawaiian pizza, and how we poked fun at each other. We were proud to tell many of the new Bayview cops, many of them on probation, what a terrific person and generous human being you were. Sometimes when things look bleak in the cop world, you my friend, are a shinning beacon and a good reason why we do this job.

Ofc. Eric Chiang
San Francisco Police Department

July 3, 2009

God bless you and your family.

Officer
Georgia

April 23, 2009

Hey there Nick! I bet you thought I forgot about you huh? Well I haven't and I think about you all the time...Unfortunately I think about you, Isaac and Brian T. even more when another officer is down.....This past weekend we had fellow police officers from OPD join you all in "Police Officer's Heaven"..... You are all in peace now and I can't wait for the day that we all meet again......I miss you Nick and I'll always keep you close to my heart...... Ia manuia kou malaga.....

Alofa tele atu!

Officer Maina Tuimavave #4185
SFPD 203rd Police Academy Class

March 29, 2009

i didnt know you, but as a fellow officer in this wide brother/sister hood of officers i would just like to express my thoughts. from what i have read you seemed like a fine officer and a credit to your force. i would also like to say that as a serving officer in the uk i wish my supervisorshad the courage speak out in our support in the way yours have in defence of you carrying out your role as a decicated offier, rather than accepting the critisim leveled at us. god bless my friend and sleep well

pc 9834 cunniff
greater manchester police uk

February 6, 2009

Merry Christmas Nick...
Even though we worked together briefly, I'll never forget working with you at Bayview. Like all officers at Bayview, your professionalism and dedication to duty were second to none.

Sergeant Brian Devlin
San Francisco PD

December 26, 2008

Nick,

You keep popping into my head, as I am reminded of how much you loved this time of the year.

Thoughts of you and I searching for purple ornaments for your Mom's tree...

Your precious smile when you gave a gift to a child in need.

You...miss you.

Officer Angela Rodriguez
SFPD - Friend

December 16, 2008

happy birthday Nick

1115
SFPD

December 12, 2008

Dear Nick:

Happy Birthday!!

Carol Espinoza

December 9, 2008

Happy Birthday Nick!!

Ofc. Eric Chiang
San Francisco Police Department

December 8, 2008

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NICK. YOU'RE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS DAILY. GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS.

OFFICER DAVID G. CORREA #4210
SFPD

December 6, 2008

Happy Birthday to my dear friend. Love you Nick!

Claudia
friend

December 6, 2008

Nick,
Thanksgiving Day is here and I am once again reminded of what I am most thankful for. Nick you continue to be a blessing in my life and I am extremely thankful for God having sent me a friend like you. Although you are not physically with us, you will always be with us. Thank you Nick for everything.
Love You.

Claudia
friend

November 27, 2008

Nick, you were one of our favorite customers! It was always fun to be around you, always smiling! You lit up the room, amazing command and presence. You were always happy, positive, friendly, outgoing, respectful, moral, very active, health conscious, very well rounded. You put everyone in a good mood. We worked out at the same gym and you were always very motivating. We lost touch in 2002 when I moved to a new job, but you are unforgettable. I just heard the news today 9/3/08.
It is difficult to grasp that this has happened...your contributions to even your acquaintances is immeasurable, let alone to your team and to your family...
I miss you. God Bless you Nick.

Dima Mogannam
Friend

September 3, 2008

Ohh Rahh Brother.........Semper Fi
You did your job well!

Deputy Trevor Watson
Palm Beach County Sheriffs Office/Fellow Marine

August 24, 2008

Officer Birco,

Your comitment to the citizens of San Francisco and your fellow officers marks you as a hero amongst your peers. To the family of Officer Birco and my brothers and sisters of the SFPD, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Thank you.

Police Officer Tom Rosenlind
San Leandro PD

July 26, 2008

I can't believe it is two years as it only seems like yesterday. The last words you said to me was, I'm going to sleep now. You never woke up. It's so hard having to go through the days without you, Nick. Painful! I miss you so much brother. But I am living day by day,adjusting to a new normal, making the days as best as I can possibly make it, its not easy. You are so loved, your friends, they love us so much. Nick, without them I would probably go insane and you know why...I would. I feel your presence when I am weak, I feel your presence, I know you're guiding us, I know you're helping me. I am so sorry this had to happen. I miss you! I love you Brother.

Holly
Sister

July 26, 2008

Duty Honor Family
Merely Words to some
A Way of Life for Others

Gone But Not Forgotten...

Sergeant Sherman W. Lee
Bayview Station-Third Watch

July 25, 2008

Birco!

It's been a long time Nick, you understand why. Plans are underway for Saturday at 1900 hrs. Co. C. It's unreal that 2 years is nearing...we think and talk of you everyday. You really lived up to the Marine motto of Semper Fi, faithful to family, friends, and the communities you served. Always a smile on your face and taking things in stride, thank-you for your genuine personality and heart. Holly, your strength to keep things going has not gone unnoticed, we hear you...keep your head up and remember you will always have an extended family. Bless you and yours, Semper Fi, PB.

PB USMCE5
SFPD, CO. C. MIDS

July 22, 2008

You are not forgotten.

Ofc. Eric Chiang
San Francisco Police Department

July 14, 2008

Nick,
Today was Cassia's first day in ballet. I often talked to you about how I wanted to get her into "girly" stuff and how her dad felt about it. I remember the day I was so upset that he would not buy her the pink scooter and you called me on the phone and said "GET IT!". And I did. And you were happy that I got it, happy for her and happy for me. Anyways you know the stories. I miss telling you things and your encouraging words. You always told me that we live one life and to be happy. I wish you were here.

Claudia
friend

July 7, 2008

It's coming up on two years dear friend...I recently felt your presence and heard a voice...it was yours...it said, "It's not over"...I know what that means, and I believe it. Your death is not in vain!

I miss you tremendously, but know that you are safe "on the other side", and always watching.....always close

I'll look for you in my dreams.

Breathe easy now........... Mahalo

Officer Angela Rodriguez
SFPD

June 25, 2008

Hey Nick,
I just wanted to say that I miss you. It is difficult sometimes to know that I won't see you again. I miss our friendship more and more every day. You made me smile all the time. You also gave me a sense of peace that no one has been able to restore. I knew that no matter how crappy my day was I had something to look forward to, YOU at the gym. I miss you and my life will never be the same without you.
I love you.

Claudia
friend

May 17, 2008

Officer Birco, his family, and friends, a Police website here in Philadelphia gave the circumstances of your death and the ensuing repulsive actions of the press. Your boss stated exactly how every cop feels. When the police are handcuffed and scrutinized over minute details, the community becomes that less safer. they don't get this. We do.
You died a hero. You'll be remembered as a hero. Judging by the video clip I saw, your Police Family will see to that.
Watch over those of us you left behind brother.
In Valor There Is Hope

P/O Joe Leighthardt
Philadelphia Police

April 21, 2008

To my fallen brother,
Rest easy my friend.The circumstances of your death were brought to the attention of many members of the Philadelphia Police Dept. and how your fellow officers and bosses spoke highly of you. They fought not to have your name slandered by the media and to not be forgotten.

P/O Fidler
Phila Police Dept.

April 18, 2008

Sir, I recently discovered the senseless tragedy of your death while speaking with other officers about issues with our justice system. It seems we are oftentime alone in our decisions. Just know that you are a hero and will forever be remembered. I am honored to leave a reflection for you. Rest in peace, Brother.

Deputy
Northeast Michigan

February 5, 2008