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 Officer Langley, 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 Robert, 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 Robert's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Robert's life was about so much more than the way he died. Robert will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Officer Langley, 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 almost four years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

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

November 26, 2006

Tears fill my eyes as I remember the man you were

November 20, 2006

Officer Langley,
Thank you for your service and all that you have done in the precious years you were here on earth. You and your family will always be in my thoughts and prayers. God Speed

Officer Candice Haynes
Piperton Police Dept.; Fayette Co, TN

November 15, 2006

My Beloved Nephew,you were the greatest of us all. Though miles and time had us seperated, I'll always treasure the times that came before. Especially the privilege of being the first to take you hunting. You were larger than life to your cousins, Little Lane and Rhiannon.Now, you are truly their's and everyone's hero. WE LOVE YOU! Lisa and family, you are in our hearts and prayers.Love Forever, Aunt Judy

Judy
Aunt

November 13, 2006

You are in my prayers.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

November 6, 2006

Just a note to let you know that we are sorry for your loss. I don't know who knows who, but all the way in Everett, WA, we are spreading the word to our own friends and family to express a heartfelt "Thank you" to deserving souls.

Stephanie Bradley

November 6, 2006

Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.
- John 15:13

Rest in peace Officer Langley. My prayers are with your family and fellow officers during this tragic time.

Officer Justin M. Cripe
The Evergreen State College Police Department

November 5, 2006

Sir, I honor your service and your sacrifice. "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9.

We have your watch. Rest in peace.

Master Officer T.D. Morton
Chesterfield, Va.

November 5, 2006

To the Family of Officer Langley and entire University of Mississippi Police Department:

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you during this difficult time. I attended Ole Miss in the late 1970's and remember the friendliness and helpfulness of the officers, along with the sense of security that their presence provided the students. By reading your loved one's reflections, I can see all of that remains the same today.

To Officer Langley: "Thank you" for all you've done for our country and community. You will not be forgotten.

Robin Brinkley Collins - Communications
University of Central Florida Police Department

November 2, 2006

Godspeed Officer Langley. Your life and loss will never be forgotten. May God watch over your family, friends, and co-workers during this dark time.

Detective D. Thompson
Colorado Springs Police Department

November 1, 2006

As an alum of Ole Miss and fellow officer - our department sends our prayers out to the family and friends of Officer Langley. I know as a member of the law enforcement family, he will be missed and remembered for the life he gave. I know as well that the Ole Miss family will feel this loss as well. Thanks for you service Officer Langley, we will never forget.

Chief Larry Kirk
New Athens, IL Police Dept.

October 31, 2006

While it is no consolation for your loss, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Officer Langley.

While I did not have the privilege to have known him personally, I am certain that he has found a place in heaven through his selfless service to those he swore to protect.

Rest in peace my friend; those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin blue line

Officer Ryan McNeil
Medicine Lodge, KS Police Department

October 30, 2006

Officer Langley,

I did not have the pleasure of meeting you, but learned of your death through a mutual friend, Officer S. Eyler. You can rest assured that your sacrifice will never be forgotton and I will be praying for your family. Rest in peace brother.

Officer James
Post Falls P.D.

October 29, 2006

Robert,
I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but also for our Country when you served in Afghanistan with the National Guard. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

October 29, 2006

Officer Langley,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and the University of Mississippi Police Department. May you rest in peace.

Yarmouth, MA Police Department
K-9 Unit

October 27, 2006

The Final Inspection
Author Unknown


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 got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept 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 here, 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."


I thank you for protecting all, and being a fellow patrolman. God Speed

October 27, 2006

Officer Langley has received the final call, “10-7”. His duty here has been fulfilled. However, this is not the end. The ultimate end is living forever with our Lord Jesus Christ. Thank you Robert Langley. My deepest sympathies to the family.

Officer Carl Rowe
US Customs and Border Protection

October 27, 2006

I worked with Robert when he worked in the Grounds Dept. at Ole Miss and was still there when he began working for the UPD. I remember him always being very nice and always smiling. I was very sad to read about his passing. My prayers go out to his family, his co-workers and all of the Ole Miss family.

Dena Tucker

October 27, 2006

Today we buried two defenders of peace; you, and Deputy Reynolds of the Fayette County SD, TN. We appreciate your sacrifice, and willingness to serve, not only in MS, but overseas, defending our country from terrorists. God Bless you and your family, and please continue to protect us from those who would do us harm, foreign and domestic.
Ptlm Bartlett TN PD

Ptlm
Bartlett PD

October 26, 2006

I hope that your wife and children find all the strength and love they need. You fought the Good Fight both for the military and your community. Thank you, sheepdog. Requiem in pacem!

Recruit KMH
VBPD

October 26, 2006

Rest in peace, you will never be forgotten.

Officer Aaron Sparks #603
Gilmanton NH Police Department

October 26, 2006

Mrs. Langley and family please accept my condolences for your loss. The Oxford and University community have lost a great roll model for their children,citizens and students. Please make Officer Langley proud by continuing to live life and not retreat from it. Thank you Officer langley for your service and Thank you Langley family for letting him serve our country and community. He did make a difference.............God Bless

John Morelock
Ole Miss Alum

October 26, 2006

Robbie,

Brother, when I heard the news words can't say the sorrow that I felt. I just sat and remembered all the good times we had back in the days at youth retreats. I always knew you were going to make a big difference in this world. The days following a tragedy are always the hardest but we must realize that you are smiling down at us from heaven. It is still hard to deal with the fact that you are gone. I just pray for your family and all your brothers in blue at UMPD. Greater love hath no man than to lay down his life down for another. You have made the greatest sacrifice that a police officer can ever make and you will never be forgotten for that. I also will never be able to listen to American Solider now with out seeing you face and hearing your voice on that video. We miss you. Your brother in blue.

Jeff Stewart
Mississippi Ag Theft Bureau

October 26, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in peace brother.

MJB
Former Washington DC Police Officer

October 26, 2006

To the Langley family -- You have our most sincere sympathy in the loss of your husband and father. I walked out of the house every morning for 34 years with the Georgia State Patrol and Georgia Bureau of Investigation not knowing if I would walk back in that evening. So many people asked me over the years....why would you choose that job. I had known since I was a youngster that being a police officer was all that I would ever want to be. I was fortunate enough to have survived encounters similar to the one that took Robert's life...it wasn't my time. My wife, my partner...she and I met while employed at the GBI and we have been together 31+ years now and are still raising teenage sons due to being too busy buying dope undercover to have children earlier in life. Somehow we made it trough, but we have freinds who did not. Again, we are so sorry for the loss of Robert. It sounds to us as if he was a great man who will be truly missed by his family and co-workers. God Bless all public safety personnel and God Bless our military men and women who have allowed us to live free and do the job that we in law enforcement were chosen for. All oour love, Walt & Len, Jimmy, Christopher, Patrick and Nicholas Brooks of Lawrenceville, Georgia

SAC Walton G. Brooks GBI28
Georgia Bureau of Investigation (Retired)

October 26, 2006