Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dear Brent,

We took the kids up to Willamette National on Monday. Seeing all the flags and flowers and visitors was beautiful but so bittersweet. We talked to some friends of the couple in the spot next to you. One is a police officer in Forest Grove. They were super nice and had read all about you. They had alot of praise and admiration for you, and I in turn thanked them for their participation in and support of law enforcement. I totally bragged about the CHP family, and they completely agreed about the tight bond between all law enforcement.

Just wanted you to know I was there for you that day. We are making sure the kids know what this was all about, as best we can. I miss you.

Tara

Tara

May 30, 2007

My dear Son,
Here it is...another Wednesday...and I'm thinking about the cadets polishing your plaque on the fountain. I still can hardly believe that your name is on the fountain so soon after your graduation from the Academy. I would do anything if I could make this not have happened. I have always been so very proud of you and the way you lived your life. I will miss you all the rest of my life and I will love you forever. Mom

Caroline Clearman
Mom

May 23, 2007

To Brent and Family

Although I did not know you personally I had the privilege of riding in your honor during this years Police Unity Tour from Portsmouth VA., to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. Having read the reflections of your friends and family prior to the ride gave me great respect for your pride and dedication in your life and a feeling that I had been a long time friend and a true blue brother. Look down upon us and guide us so that we may continue to make this world a safer and better place with the pride and dedication that you so obviously did.

God bless you and your family

Thank you my blue brother!

Jerry Craig

Special Agent Jerry Craig
DEA

May 22, 2007

Another true American HERO, gone too soon.
Rest easy brother, and be at peace.
We think about our HERO's every day, and miss their contribution to make the world a safer place for all.
My prayers are with you and your family, God bless.

Constable
Northumbria Police, England.

May 19, 2007

Brent,

Just got back from DC honoring you and all the other fallen officers. We splattered DC with the CHP badge and your photo, so that everyone will know what a great Officer and Marine you are. Our memorial shoot was a huge success and we are going to do great things in your name. Joy and I are here for Cathy and will be as long as she needs us. Take care Brent, I miss you and wish we had more time together. Semper Fi

J. L. Serena
CHP Oakland

May 19, 2007

Brent,

We spent two very full days honoring and remembering you and the other officers. It was hard but I'm glad we did it. It meant alot to me to see where you learned and graduated and worked. Your fellow officers and many others treated us very well. We kept saying how we would never have been able to see and do the things we have experienced since your death, but while those have been wonderful and exciting experiences, we would really rather have you back.

I wish your name was not on the fountain or the monument, but I am incredibly proud of why it's there.

sister

May 4, 2007

Hi Brent, You know that I have been spending a lot of time out at Ft. Stevens. I always feel you there with me, running ahead and coming back to check on me like you used to do when we were in high school, since I could never keep up with you. Sometimes I think I see you on the path ahead, calling to me to push myself and catch up and I actually feel like I am getting energy from you and I can go faster. It feels amazing! It makes me happy and it feels like we are kids again, having fun without any sadness. So much is just sadness now and everyone misses you so badly. But, I do know that you are watching out for all of us here, keeping us safe while you are scouting the way and getting everything ready for when we get there. I couldn't be prouder of you and am so glad I have you for a brother and a friend.

Love, Julie

Julie Clearman
Sister

April 27, 2007

Hi Brent, You know that I have been spending a lot of time out at Ft. Stevens. I always feel you there with me, running ahead and coming back to check on me like you used to do when we were in high school, since I could never keep up with you. Sometimes I think I see you on the path ahead, calling to me to push myself and catch up and I actually feel like I am getting energy from you and I can go faster. It feels amazing! It makes me happy and it feels like we are kids again, having fun without any sadness. So much is just sadness now and everyone misses you so badly. But, I do know that you are watching out for all of us here, keeping us safe while you are scouting the way and getting everything ready for when we get there. I couldn't be prouder of you and am so glad I have you for a brother and a friend.

Love, Julie

Julie Clearman
Sister

April 27, 2007

Where to begin...I never received a phone call or any notice of what happened with you. I happen to just notice on the USMC Scout/Sniper Assoc. website that your name was on the Role of Honor. Wasn't until just a couple of months ago that I saw it. I was shocked as it came so unexpected and hit home more than many of the deaths I've had to deal with in the past few years. I'm not much for leaving messages on these type things. Especially since you and I have both lost more than just a handful of friends in the past few years. But, for some reason I just felt I had to on yours. Don't know why. I think it's because I knew you more than just as a "friend." I knew you in a way not too many people did. You taught me almost everything I know about being a sniper. I remember the very day meeting you. I hadn't even been through school yet. You put so much effort and devotion in to training our goofy ass platoon. We moaned and groaned at all you put us through. All the hard training that at the time we had no clue would actually save our lives one day. You literally were a pain in our ass! It wasn't til later that I realized what you had actually done for us. It wasn't til later that I was able to not look at you as that guy coming to ruin my day but as the guy that I will never forget. The one who passed on all the knowledge and training he could to make us more than just a Marine Grunt, but a well-trained Marine Sniper. The best one's the Corps had to offer and you wouldn't stop until we got there. Out of all the Marines I served with, you were one of the only ones that stuck in my mind. I guess that's what happens when somebody makes an impact in your life and stands out among the rest and that is exactly what you did. You not only taught me to be a Sniper, you taught me alot about being a real man and how to suck it up and deal with the worst when it is thrown at you. You also remain in my memory so well because we shared so many times together. We froze our butts off together in Bridgeport, sweated them off in the desert out at "The Stumps." Remember the day me and SGT Mann kept trying to ruffle your feathers while sitting in the jungle in Oki waiting on those damn helicopters that took all day to pick us up? You were always so serious and it was hard to get you to crack a smile but we managed to get you to crack one that day! We traveled around the world togther and shared many laughs and memories togther. Those I will never forget nor will I ever forget all you have not only done for me, but for our entire nation. Just as when you were still with us, I will never forget you now that you have left us.

Forever your friend...
SGT Chris Bush 2/5 Sniper PLT USMC

SGT Chris Bush
Former 2/5 Sniper PLT member

April 26, 2007

Brent: Today several of us at Oakland were talking about you. We miss you very much and we will NEVER forget. Semper Fi Marine
Jim

Jim Leonard
Co Worker

April 21, 2007

I wanted to thank Richie and Gar for their reflections. Richie, I feel like there are so many little signs, and I've wondered if I am making something out of nothing, but from what you have said, and what many of my friends who have lost someone have said, I believe these are signs. They comfort us and keep us going, don't they?

And Gar, you have put my heart at ease by writing about your conversation with Brent about God. He did what he had to do to protect others from evil. Thank you so much for being there at that moment and reassuring him. I have what I think is a strong faith in God, and I can't imagine Brent being punished for putting his own life at risk for others and trying to eliminate the evil forces of the world.

Tara Stull
loving sister

April 20, 2007

It was my pleasure to work with you during our deployment to Louisiana for Hurricane Katrina. I remember rescuing the dogs that were locked in their owner’s homes. They would have died had we not done what we did. You have a good heart bro!

I also have the memory of lying next to you on the roof top while we provided long rifle cover for LSP SWAT as they cleared an old church building in their search for some gun men that were alleged to be held up inside.

I remember asking you if you believed in God. You said that you did, but did not know if you would go to heaven when you died because of the enemy soldiers you killed in Iraq. I’m glad I was able to share with you that you were doing your job and that according to the Bible (Romans 13), you would not be condemned for killing America’s enemies.

I’m sure you know Him (Christ) now, and I will look forward to working with you again after the resurrection of the righteous, because that is what I knew you to be, a righteous man. Say high to my mom for me if you happen to run in to her.

I miss you brother!
Gar

Gar
Friend

April 14, 2007

For Caroline
I read the reflections you've left for your son & my heart goes out to you. Living on is so painful. It's like trying to exist when someone has ripped your heart out. Please know that I am thinking of you.
For Tara
I read what you wrote about the butterflies. They are signs, I've had them from my husband-they take my breath away & bring a smile to my face. I am sure your brother is watching over all of you
Love to all your family

Richie Grant/Surviving Spouse
Deputy Dave Grant/EOW/5/31/04
Tuolumne Co. Sheriff's Dept.
Sonora, Ca.

April 5, 2007

Ofc. Clearman,

Maybe this is selfish but, you know those times where you wish there was a Chippy around and they're nowhere in sight (we know you guys get backed up busy and have wayyy too much ground to cover and not enough time), well, a Chippy was there! This knucklehead was absolutely nutso driving at night in and out of traffic in a blue minivan and there was that time I was wishing for a Chippy! Low and behold, I see flashing lights ahead with a minivan pulled over and an unmarked/white slick top CHP Camaro!! You must've heard me! Serious tip, you are remembered my fellow Officer and Marine, bless you and yours, I will see you at the Sac memorial. Semper Fi.

USMC
SFPD

February 26, 2007

REST IN PEACE ON THOSE STREETS OF GOLD WITH THOSE GONE BEFORE!!!!!

DISPATCHER GRETA M HUFF
KY STATE POLICE POST 13 HAZARD

February 24, 2007

Hi Brent,
Thirty-four years ago today I held you in my arms for the first time. I miss you so much, but in my heart you will be forever young and strong. Love, Mom

Caroline Clearman
mother

January 29, 2007

Semper Fi to one of the hardest snipers in the military. You will not be forgotten.... your knowledge will be past on. Thank you.

SSGT Humphreys
Student

January 19, 2007

--"If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded." -- Maya Angelou

Aloha Officer Brent Clearman,
Thank you for your service and dedication to your community and your country. You and all officers that continue to lay your lives on the line and pay the ultimate sacrifice to keep our communities and country safe, will NEVER be forgotten.

I personally pledge, (after one of Hawaii's own, Honolulu Police Officer Steve Favela, lost his life in the line of duty protecting our Commander in Chief, President George W. Bush), to become a continuum of the ODMP light. That light is in the form of an ODMP tribute. People from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, religion, profession, education, and geographical location can share here. That "LIGHT" comes from within the heart and soul of every person who cares to share a word or two on behalf of each and every fallen officer. Every fallen officer is an hero. The ODMP; Officer Down Memorial Page gives us a place to come together and share our feelings as one family. May we find comfort as we give comfort to the families who have lost a loved one.

As we say in Hawaii, “We are`Ohana.” We are family. God Bless this fallen hero. May we embrace him as one of our own family member; our `Ohana. No one will ever be able to replace you for you were unique and very special. No one; not in this lifetime. May God allow you to rest in His Divine peace.

Officer Brent Clearman, I wish you, your loved ones, your fellow officers, and friends, peace and love beyond all understanding.

--- May this Hawaiian prayer give all those who read it comfort. ---

THE PEACE OF " I "
KA MALUHIA O KA "I"

Peace be with you, All My Peace,
O ka Maluhia no me oe, Ku'u Maluhia a pau loa,

The Peace that is " I ", the Peace that is "I am".
Ka Maluhia o ka "I", owau no ka Maluhia,

The Peace for always, now and forever and evermore.
Ka Maluhia no na wa a pau, no ke'ia wa a mau a mau loa aku.

My Peace " I " give to you, My Peace " I " leave with you,
Ha'awi aku wau I ku'u Maluhia ia oe, waiho aku wau I ku'u Maluhia me oe,

Not the world's Peace, but, only My Peace,
The Peace of " I ".

A'ole ka Maluhia o ke ao aka, ka'u Maluhia wale no,
Ka Maluhia o ka "I".

Moana V.C. Molale (Private Citizen)
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii

January 11, 2007

Happy New Year, Brent. I was remembering the year you saved a firework from the fourth of July and brought it out on New Year's Eve when Dave was here and we went across the way and set it off at midnight. It's good to remember the happy times with you, but I sure do miss you a lot. Mom

Caroline Clearman
Mom

December 31, 2006

Ofc. Clearman,

Blessed and safe holiday wishes for you and yours, Semper Fi.

Ofc. Patty Brown, USMC
SFPD BAYVIEW MIDS

December 25, 2006

Ofc. Clearman,

Wishing you and yours a blessed Thanksgiving and holidays, give them strength when they need it and loving thoughts/memories of a wonderful man, Officer, and Marine. Semper Fi!

Ofc. Brown, USMCE5
SFPD, Bayview MIDS

November 24, 2006

Ofc. Clearman,

Wishing you a blessed Marine Corps Birthday and Veteran's Day, you will "sit" with us tonight at our dinner as we remember those who have gone before us. Thank-you for your service, Semper Fi!

Ofc. Brown, USMC
SFPD, Bayview Mids

November 10, 2006

Happy Birthday Marine

Semper Fidelis

November 10, 2006

TO OUR BROTHERS IN THE CHP, WE GRIEVE YOUR LOSS; TO YOUR FAMILY, WE KNOW YOUR PAIN. YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED. REST IN PEACE, BROTHER....

BROTHER OFFICERS
READING, PA PD

November 9, 2006

Ofc. Clearman,

For the last two years, we've celebrated our Veteran's Day and Marine Corps Birthday at Bayview Station, honoring ALL branches of the military and those who have gone before us. We will save a seat for you and remember your service, and pray for the strength of your family and friends. Semper Fi Marine!

ofc. patty brown, former marine sgt
sfpd, bayview mids

November 4, 2006