Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Everytime I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Corporal Young, especially to his wife. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Michael, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Michael's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Michael's life was about so much more than the way he died. Michael will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Corporal Young, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been three and a half years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

September 4, 2006

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Dispatcher Ted Smith
Martin, TN Police Dept.

September 4, 2006

Mike,
It was both an honor and priviledge to have known and worked with you at FLETC during the late 80's/ early 90's.
It was so nice to see and work with you again last year(when Deputy Billington's car was struck by a passing motorist just in FL) and catch up on "old times etc..."
You were always the commensurate professional and just an all around "great guy". You always had positive things to say about even the worst of situations and the most aggravating people! I know that you are with the LORD and that your brothers and sisters in CHRIST will see you again. May GOD bless you, your family, and your fellow GSP Troopers!
Respectfully, I remain,
Chris

Sgt. Chris Kirkland
OALE (FL)

September 4, 2006

My deepest sympathies to Corporal Young's family. May God give them the strength to celebrate his life and know that he will always love & watch over them. It's always a sad when we lose a BROTHER. May God hold you in his arms and show you all of the glory that the Kindom of Heaven has to offer.

God bless your soul.

Master Patrol Officer J. M. Kaull
Bradenton P.D. Bradenton, Fl.

September 3, 2006

Sincere condolences to family, friends and co-workers.
Go with God now Brother. Be at peace mate.

Senior Constable of Police
South Australia Police

September 3, 2006

GOD'S BLESSINGS AND COMFORT TO THE FAMILY. I ATTENDED HIGH SCHOOL WITH MIKE. HE WAS A DEAR FRIEND. EVEN THOUGH I ONLY SPOKE WITH HIM IN THE LAST 2 YEARS, HE WAS A FRIEND IN SCHOOL ALONG WITH ME AND (OUR OTHER FRIEND) AL BERRY. HE IS NOW WITH OUR HEAVENLY FATHER. BE ENCOURAGED BY THE LIFE HE LIVED. AS A MORTUARY EMPLOYEE AND MINISTER, GOD KNOWS HOW TO WORK ALL THINGS TO OUR GOOD. MAY THE LORD BLESS YOU.

REV. ROY L. RAWLS
ROSELAWN MORTUARY SALINA, KS

September 3, 2006

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of a loved one in law enforcement. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support. As we personally know, sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten.


Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

September 3, 2006

GOD BLESS BROTHER

TPR BRENT DUFRENE
LOUISIANA STATE POLICE

September 3, 2006

To my brother Corporal Michael Douglas Young you are in a better place now. May you watch over us your band of brothers as we keep you in our prayers. My sincerest sympathy to your family,friends, and co-workers. May you rest in peace and god bless you.

OFFICER CLORIS VAZQUEZ
MIAMI BEACH POLICE DEPT.

September 3, 2006

MAY GOD BLESS CORP.YOUNG AND HIS FAMILY AS WELL AS ALL HIS FRIEND'S AND CO-WORKER'S.HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN IN THE LAW ENFORCEMENT FAMILY.GOD BLESS AND R.I.P.

DEPUTY
FAIRFIELD COUNTY S-O LANCASTER,OHIO

September 3, 2006

Sorry to read about this! It came through on GCIC on my shift and I really hate it when I see one No matter whom or where from! God Bless and prayers are with your family!

Dispatcher
Sheriff's Officer

September 3, 2006

I received notice from the Georgia Department of Public Safety Death Benefit Fund regarding Cpl. Mike Young's passing.
I have been a member of the DPS DBF since I was 18 years old and joined the Georgia State Patrol. I spent only a few years with the GSP and ended up working the last 30+ years of my state law enforcement career with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. There were many times that I did not think I would make it to the full 34 years retirement.
I've gotten use to reading DBF notices of men and women who gave a lifetime of service to the citizens of the Great State of Georgia. I hate to receive notices of great police like Mike who died before they can know there is life after law enforcement.
Those 3 years on the GSP taught me many lessons and most of my friends will tell you that I consider myself to bleed blue and gray when injured. I still vividly remember driving that first blue and gray patrol car. I know that the men and women of the GSP are hurting due to the loss of Mike, but he is in a better place and we will see him again one day.
To the Young family -- thank you for allowing Mike to be one of my brothers in law enforcement. He will be deeply missed. God Bless your family and all the men and women working in law enforcement, all public safety personnel and our military men and women.
SAC Walt Brooks and family GBI 28 (retired)
Georgia Bureau of Investigation

SAC Walt Brooks
Georgia Bureau of Investigation

September 2, 2006

Mike, it was an honor and a privledge to work with you while I was with GSP. You are a testimony to your family, the State of Georgia, and most importantly, God. You will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. Your ticket writing is legendary! Keep watch over us from Heaven & keep us safe. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!

Ginger Herrin
Waycross, Georgia

September 2, 2006

I miss you. Watch over all your brothers down here. RIP.

Tpr R. M. Meeks #951
Georgia State Patrol (Brunswick)

September 2, 2006

Mike,
I can't express enough what your friendship was to me. Through good and bad times you have been by my side. Whenever I needed to talk, you were there to listen. I will miss these times. Thanks for being a father figure to me and keeping a promise. I'll miss you.

Delmas

SCEO Delmas Boyett
Georgia State Patrol- Jekyll Island

September 2, 2006

you will be missed!! RIP...

friend

September 2, 2006

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

September 2, 2006

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. As a part of the law enforcement family,we all know the reality of your profession but we also keep it in the back of our minds. We will miss seeing you on the roads of Glynn County but we also know that the roads in heaven are much safer now. You served us well and your family,friends and fellow officers are very proud of what you stood for. Thank-You and God Bless.

Wife of GCPD Officer Conrath 5179
Citizen of Brunswick, GA

September 1, 2006

Rest in Peace Brother

Officer Eric Newbury
California Highway Patrol

September 1, 2006

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

September 1, 2006

Cpl Young I have been praying for your family ever since I heard the news. I can remember eariler this year when you was tranning me and I can say it has been a blessing to been trannied by the best. You will be missed.

BIG BLUE! BIG GRAY! GEORGIA TROOPER! ALL THE WAY! EVERYDAY!!

TPR T. Hinson #310
Georgia State Patrol
Post 3 Cartersville

TPR Todd Hinson #310
Georgia State Patrol (Cartersville)

September 1, 2006

SORRY FOR SUCH A LOSS TO YOUR FAMILY.BUT GOD KNOWS BEST.IT IS OUR PRAYER THAT HE WILL WATCH OVER AND PROTECT YOUR FAMILY IN YOUR ABSENCE.REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

RES.CAPT.WAYNE BLANKINCHIP
JACKSONVILLE SHERIFF DEPT,JAX FL

September 1, 2006

Cpl. Young,
Thank you for your many years of dedicated service. RIP, you will not be forgotten.

Lt. D.K. Butler
Portsmouth (Va) Police Dept.

September 1, 2006

SUCH A SHAME THAT A MAN BE TAKEN FROM HIS FAMILY,BUT GOD KNOWS BEST. I ASK THAT HE WATCH OVER AND PROTECT YOUR FAMILY IN YOU ABSENCE.JOB WELL DONE MY BROTHER.REST IN PEACE.

RES.CAPT.WAYNE BLANKINCHIP
JACKSONVILLE SHERIFF DEPT.

September 1, 2006

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Corporal Michael Young, and the Georgia State Patrol. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Corporal Young, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

September 1, 2006