Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

GOD Bless you and your family.

Officer Paladino
Colorado Springs PD

November 28, 2006

Rest easy brother your service and dedication will not be forgotten your truly a hero. My deepest condolences go out to the Wright family and the Effingham County Sheriff's Dept.

R.I.P Cpl. D.C Wright
10-7 10-42
God Bless

Correctiona Officer L.Maynard
WV Corrections

November 27, 2006

May you rest in peace, God bless you, your department, your family, fellow fallen officers and those still patrolling the streets.

Virginia State Trooper
Virginia State Police

November 27, 2006

Corporal Wright, we can never know when, where or how we’ll leave this life and it always seems like when it does happen, it happens at the worst time. For your family and friends, there is not good time and I can see by the many reflections left just how much they will all miss you. You are obviously one hell of a guy. It’s also apparent that you will forever be with them in spirit and in their hearts and minds.

God Bless and may you Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

November 27, 2006

Godspeed Corporal Wright. 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 27, 2006

God Bless!

P.O. Clinton Mack
Detroit Police Officer

November 26, 2006

Sir,

May you rest in peace, we have the watch!

Sgt. J. Modena Jr.
Marshallvlle Police Dept. Ga.

November 26, 2006

Sir thank you for your service. May your family and friends carry on your good name. "Yo've done your time in hell" Requiem in pacem!

Recruit KMH
VBPD

November 25, 2006

dennis and i went to armstrong together. he was the same then , a barrel of laughs and really cool guy. i had the pleasure of backing him up and having him back me up when i was at garden city and he was at pooler. he was a good friend, a fine cop and an outstanding person. the funny thing is his humor still comes to me when i remember him. crying over dennis does not last long for me becuase his antics i remember make me laugh all over again. he will be missed everyone.

cpl. alvin(tony) cantrell
bryan county s.o. (acadamey classmate)

November 24, 2006

DADDY,
FIRST OFF I WOULD LIKE TO SAY I'M SORRY FOR NOT BRINGING YOU BACK INTO MY LIFE EARLIER. I'LL NEVER FORGET THE TIMES WE SHARED AND THE LAUGHTER YOU BROUGHT INTO MY LIFE. I LET ONE PERSON GET INTO MY HEAD AND FEED ME LIES ABOUT YOU AND FOR THAT I AM EXTREMELY SORRY.I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU SITTING UP AT THE HOSPITAL FOR HOURS WAITING FOR KYLE TO BE BORN AND TO EVERYONES AMAZEMENT YOU ACTUALLY REMEMBERING TO BRING ME MT. DEW AND GRANNY SMITH APPLES. I'LL ALSO NEVER FORGET SEEING HOW PROUD YOU WERE OF ME WHEN I TOLD YOU THAT I HAD PAST THE TEST AND WAS AN EMT. I AM SO PROUD OF THE PERSON YOU WERE AND THE ONE YOU BECAME, BUT MOST IMPORTANTLY I AM PROUD TO SAY YOUR MY DADDY. I LOVE YOU MORE THAN ANYTHING AND I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY.

JENNIFER W. MOORE
DAUGHTER

November 24, 2006

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

shannon
Collins Fire Dept. (Mississippi)

November 24, 2006

Dennis, (aka Flav,Camoflauge)
It was a great pleasure to have worked with you when you were on C- Watch. We may have not been as close as you were with the others, but I had a GREAT DEAL of RESPECT for you and thought of you as a friend. I still find myself sitting and thinking about all the fun and games we had at shift change and remember just how much fun it was to have you there. You were a great friend in my book and will never be forgotten. Also my prayers go out to you and your family, as I know what it feels like when someone loses a father. Rest well and keep us all safe. Thanks for everything you were a wonderful person. Mike Melton
Dennis,
I will always look back at you as one of a kind. Your wit and sharp tongue always kept me going while dispatching. I understood your concern about being checked on while on a call, for I am married to a deputy and have insight. I always tried to check and keep up with you (WHAT A JOB!!!) I now know that you are truly "CODE 4". Our shift will not be the same without you. EFFINGHAM 140, CODE 4?---
"140 Effingham CODE 4, THANK YOU". Crystal Melton

Cpl. Mike Melton & C/O Crystal Melton
Effingham County Sheriff's Office

November 24, 2006

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Corporal Dennis C. Wright Sr.,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We wish we could be there in person to offer support. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. As the holidays draw nearer remember those special moments you have shared together and the love you shared. 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 for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Corporal Wright Sr.is a hero. They will live on through all of you forever.

Respectfully,

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

November 24, 2006

Rest in peace Brother Dennis, you are a true hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.

Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham Retired
Sand Springs Okla Police Department

November 24, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the Effingham County S.O

Officer Bryan Laurie
Haltom City Police Texas

November 24, 2006

To the family, friends, and co-workers of Corporal Dennis C. Wright Sr.,
I write this as I also mourn the death of my husband who ended his watch 3 days before Dennis. I know your pain and I am so sorry that anyone has to go through this type of devistation. My prayers are with all of you. I was trying to get up the courage to write on my husbands page when I thought I would see if any more hero's had been lost. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that my thoughts, prayers and heart are out there for you. It warms my heart knowing that Joe is up there helping Dennis find his way around in his new world. God bless you all!

Carrie Hudnall
Wife to WIlliam "Joe" HUdnall EOW 11-14-06

November 24, 2006

Rest easy brother. May God give your family, friends, and colleagues comfort in this time of great tragedy. We'll carry your torch from here, and make you proud!

Corporal Steve Fassbender
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (Surrey, British Columbia)

November 23, 2006

Rest in peace brother. Go in peace to the hands of God. Rest quietly upon the clouds, looking down watching over those left behind. Your job here is done, we'll take it from here.

God speed and God bless your family.

Tracey
Novi Police Novi, MI

November 23, 2006

Dennis,
I will miss you my friend. I remember all the times you made me laugh when we worked together. I will never forget your laughter and that warm smile. I will cherish the talks we had, from the funny to the serious. Rest in peace my bother.

Sgt. Neal Owens
Pooler Police Department

November 23, 2006

Dennis,
I have known you since the beginning of your law enforcement career. We became good friends over the years. Your are a great police officer and a great friend. I will truly miss you and will never forget you. May god bless your family through this difficult time.

Sgt. John Etzle
Port Wentworth P.D., Ga.

November 22, 2006

Dennis,
The time has come for myself and all of your brothers and sisters of both the Effingham Sheriff's office and other law enforcement agencies to say goodbye. Though you are gone, your memory and service will live on. Your legacy as a great Deputy Sheriff and a friend will always be in our hearts as well as our day to day tour of duty. Your wit and sometimes unorthodox sense of humor will will be greatly missed. As a new Deputy Sheriff and a friend I want to thank you for the help and knowledge you have shared with me. Take care old friend!!

Dpeuty Mike Kendricks
Effingham County Sheriffs Office

November 22, 2006

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU WILL BE MISSED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR DEDICATION, SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO. MY SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND DEPARTMENT.

Deputy Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office

November 22, 2006

Dennis,

I don't know where to begin. I didn't know you long, but in the short 8 mnths I have known you, I feel as if I have known you forever. I only wish I could have had more time. I know that everyone that was with you at some point on Friday wishes they would have known that it was going to be the last time we ever got see or talk to you, and we all wish we would have said or done more. I know I would have stayed longer that morning and shared more laughs with you. Even though I did not know it was the last time I would get to laugh with you, I am grateful for the time I had. As a green, wet behind the ears, rookie, I can't think of a better way to have joined the Brothers in Blue than with the humor and "antics" that you welcomed me with. You were always there when I wasn't sure what to do, and you were always there to make sure I didn't screw up. I thank God that Stacy introduced you to me, and I am glad I was able to share more than a few laughs with you. I will never forget you, you had a presence unlike many others. You are and will always be a Brother to me, and I will do my best not to let you down. Thank You for everything Dennis. The pain and sorrow that I like many others feel, is only temporary, for we all know that this is not how you would have us be. Again, Thank You Dennis, I am proud to have been able to call you my friend, you will be dearly missed, I'll never forget the things I learned from you, and when the radio keys up with nothing but silence, I will thank of you and the sound of your voice, and with that very distinct sound hear, " 140 Effingham... 10-8" Rest well Brother, you earned it, we've got the watch now. We will see you again some day but until that time, Live On "FLAV140".

DEP. BRYAN SHEAROUSE
EFFINGHAM COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

November 22, 2006

The Policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining as brightly as his brass.
“Step forward now, officer. How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my Church have you been true?”
The officer squared his shoulders and said,
“No, Lord, I guess I ain’t.
Cause those of us who carry badges can’t always be a saint.
But I never took a penny that wasn’t mine to keep,
Though I worked a lot of overtime when the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help, though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me, I 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’ve 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 officer waited quietly for the answer of his God.
“Step forward now, Officer, you’ve borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven’s Streets. You’ve done your time in Hell.”


Rest in Peace Deputy Wright

Sgt. Kevin Diehl
Georgia Ports Authority Police Department

November 22, 2006

To all family, friends, and co-workers you are in my thoughts and prayers, I know how it feels to lose somebody and it is not easy. My father was killed in the line of duty and empathize with you all.

RIP Deputy Wright

Reserve Deputy Nieland
Johnson County Sheriffs Office (Iowa)

November 21, 2006