Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

As I reflect on the wonderful person of Alan, he was the epitome of one who loved mankind and was willing to serve. As a student in my class, Alan always demonstrated respect and dignity at all times. I was always proud of Alan and his accomplishments. I am grateful that I had the opportunity to have known Alan. Even though he is absence, he answered the Supreme call of his Chief. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.

MAB-teacher

May 4, 2007

I had the pleasure of meeting Adam while assisting a client. He was one of the most sincere and sympathetic law enforcement officials I have ever met. He was extremely kind and helpful and graciously offered future assistance if needed. Although I met him only briefly, he left quite an impression on me and reaffirmed my faith in the compassion of our helping agencies in the area.

Marcia Brown
My Sister's House

May 4, 2007

My prayers and thoughts are with your family. I had the opportunity to shake you son's hand at the Rocky Mount Police graduation and to hear his speech. My "gut" reaction was that he was committed to the cause of serving and protecting humanity. May solace embrace your family during this difficult time on life's journey.

Keith Smith, Dean, Continuing Education
Nash Community College

May 4, 2007

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

May 4, 2007

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Silver. Even though I did not know Officer Silver personally, I consider my former employer the RMPD my extended family and therefore my heart is a little heavier today.

BJ Price-Lee
NCSHP - Former RMPD employee

May 4, 2007

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 (Va.)

May 4, 2007

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.

May 4, 2007

Cop on the Take

First he takes the oath.

Now look at all he takes.

He takes it in stride when people call him pig.

He takes time to stop and talk to children.

He takes your verbal abuse while giving you a ticket you really deserved.

He takes on creeps you would be afraid to even look at.

He takes time away from his family to keep you safe.

He takes your injured child to the hospital.

He takes the graveyard shift without complaint because it's his turn.

He takes his life into his hands daily.

He takes you home when your car breaks down.

He takes time to explain why both your headlights have to work.

He takes the job no one else wants--telling you a loved one has died.

He takes criminals to jail.

He takes in sights that would make you cry.

Sometimes he cries too, but he takes it anyway because someone has to.

If he is lucky, he takes retirement.

He takes memories to bed each night that you couldn't bear for even one day.

Sometimes, he takes a bullet.

And yes, occasionally he may take a free cup of coffee.

Then one day he pays for all he has taken, and God takes him.

Please remember that the "He" in all this represents all police officers, both men and women who have served and are serving our cities and their citizens we have all sworn to protect.

Blessed are the peace keepers!

Jamie

May 4, 2007

To the family, friends, and officers that knew Officer Silver, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the trying times ahead of you. Please know your not alone.

Here I am, lost in the light of the moon that comes through my window
Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you and the roses

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Here I am, lost in the ashes of time, but who wants tomorrow?
In between the longing to hold you again
I'm caught in your shadow, I'm losing control
My mind drifts away, we only have today

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way
I will sacrifice 'til the blinding day when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

When the veils are gone as I let you go, as I let you go

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way, I will sacrifice
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you who is closest

Erin
Wife of a CSPD Officer

May 4, 2007

My heart goes out to the family in their time of mourning. I know that his family is very strong in the Lord, but as it is difficult for me to know that he is no longer with us I can not even begin to imagine what the family must be going through. He was a great son, brother, and uncle, as well as a mentor to his peers and a living example of what a young christian man should be. He was only given to us for a season and I am thankful for the opportunity I had to be blessed with his presence.

SPC US ARMY RESERVE
OLD FRIEND

May 4, 2007

Officer Silver ~

While we did not know you, we are truly grateful for your dedication, mourning your death; never forgetting your sacrifice! Not to worry dear friend, your brothers and sisters in blue will carry on your watch for you ~ may you rest in eternal peace.

Daniel & LaWanda Ross
Concerned Citizens/Iowa

May 4, 2007

I am so sorry for the loss of officer Silver. My prayers go out to his family, friends and fellow Rocky Mount officers. May the lord comfort you in you time of need.

Special Agent Graf
CSX

May 4, 2007

It's never easy to lose our loved ones, no matter the situation, but with the help of God, we all can get through those difficult times. Eventhough I did not know Officer Silver or any of his family, I know that this is a painful time for you and therefore, I'll pray for you daily. Be encouraged.

Sylvia D. Brown
City of Greenville, Code Enforcement

May 4, 2007

Alan, My Friend. From the day I met you, you were a TRUE GENTLEMAN. When I took your photo for your cards, I thought what a “handsome & polite young man and how proud if I had a son that he would have been like you. I got to know you well since you spent approximately three months on the third floor working before starting the Academy. Anytime I had work that I needed help with you did it with a smile. From day one you were a SHINING example of what our Four Core Values stand for: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect, & Fairness.

To your Parents & other Friends I say, I am a better person for knowing your son. You did a great job raising him. He was always a gentleman around me and I never heard him say a bad word about anyone. I know he loved you all very much. I will miss him greatly.

God Speed My Friend…….

Charlene May/Civilian
RMPD

May 4, 2007

God bless you and keep you always. You and your family are in our prayers.

DE
St. Louis City Police

May 4, 2007

Your neighboring Nashville Police Department mourns for you. May God embrace you with open arms. Now, you will always be remebered as a Hero to loved ones and strangers. Rest in peace and watch out for us still on the road.

Police Officer Michael Blackmer
Nashville, NC Police Dept

May 4, 2007

You will always be in our hearts & prayers. We know you will be watching us from above. Rest easy friend. We will miss you!!

Your Domino's Family of Fairview Rd

May 4, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the Rocky Mount PD. Thank you for your service to the City of Rocky Mount.

Officer JN Deans
PCMH Police Department

May 4, 2007

Remeber...In Valor There Is Hope

Officer
CP

May 4, 2007

Over time we're sure our paths have crossed at some point. It's sad to say good bye to someone so young but only God knows why. I'm sure he has a special spot for you with him. We just want to thank you for any services you rendered to us in the ecc. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family ,friends and co-workers. Until our paths met again keep us safe from heaven.

ECC NIGHT SHIFT

ecc night shift nash health care

May 4, 2007

May you rest in peace Officer Silver, You have served well my brother. To your family, friends, and to the Rocky Mount Police Dept., you are all in my prayers and have my deepest sympathy.

Fellow sister in blue,

Officer J. Fullwood
Baton Rouge Police Dept.

May 4, 2007

Not only was a young officer called on to glory but a young man. May God grant peace to your family during this time of sorrow.

Blessed are the peace keepers, They are the children of God

Tpr. Haynes
Va State Police

May 4, 2007

Silver who would have ever known that those early morning runs with you and the 10th Academy would have ever led to me making a comment here about your character? I observed you on several occasions making decisions that would reflect our core values: Professionalism, Integrity, Respect and Fairness. You led by example and we were blessed to have you in our department. To the Silver family our thoughts and prayers are with you all. RIP Brother...we will take it from here!

SPO C. E. Carter
RMPD

May 4, 2007

Alan, you were the best example of humanity that we all strive to be. We, in blue, know that you will be with each and every one of us as we continue the legacy that you strived for. It is with deep sadness that you were taken from us so soon but the time you were here will never be forgotten. It is a comfort to know that you are in a place to watch over all of your brothers and sisters in blue and the families that you took an oath to protect. My prayers go out to your family and friends, may they find comfort in knowing that your spirit will be with us as we continue to serve. God Bless.

Sgt. K. T. Bern
Rocky Mount P.D.

May 4, 2007

Rest in peace, your service and dedication will never be forgotten. God be with you, your loved ones and department in this time of pain. GODSPEED!

Ofc. Aaron Sparks #603
Gilmanton NH Police

May 4, 2007