Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"Blessed are the peacemakers,for they will be called son's of god" Matthew 5:9
Rest in peace brother we will take your shift from here.You are a true hero!!!

Officer Charles Goodwin
Woodward Police Dept. Woodward Ok.

January 2, 2008

God bless to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Nicholson. RIP sir and thank you for your service.

mjw643

January 2, 2008

To Officer Nicholsons Family,

This is Davon Middleton and I just Felt like I had to say a few words. I really never met Officer Nicholson but I give my dearist RESPECTS to him because of what he does. I thank and appreciate Officer Nicholson beause of the job he had is the same job Im striveing to Become, and he put his life on the line loving what he does... and that makes me feel good because he loves the same thing I would love to become someday... So for his family I just want to say stay strong,and that he is in a better place lookin down over his loveones SMILEING at you all. THANKS DAVON J. MIDDLETON

Fire Police
Funkstown fire/Sheriffs Dept

January 1, 2008

My heart goes out to the Family, Girlfriend and fellow Officers of Officer Nicholson. Unfortunately there are no answers for why this has happened, so unfair to take away someone who was so good, but know that you are not alone. You have been in my thoughts every day.

Mrs. Tracy Wheeler
Wife of Cpl. Scott A. Wheeler EOW 6/18/07

January 1, 2008

REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

POLICE OFFICER RENE SANCHEZ
BOSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT, BOSTON MA.

January 1, 2008

I had the honor of going through the western Maryland police academy (class of 39) with Chris. I don't know if I would have made it through without Chris' support. I have never seen one person so dedicated to accomplish his goals. When everything was against him, Chris would push on. Nobody was going to tell Chris that he could not be a Police Officer. If I had to clear the most dangerous house on the block I would want Chris to be right there with me. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends, and fiancée. Rest in peace my brother. I know you will watch over and protect me on those dark days.

Ofc. J. Dehoff
Taneytown PD

January 1, 2008

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 Nicholson, especially to his girlfriend. 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 Christopher, 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 Christopher's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Christopher's life was about so much more than the way he died. Christopher will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Officer Nicholson, 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 five 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)

January 1, 2008

True Warrior...

Sgt. JJ
Detroit PD

January 1, 2008

Our Hero, thats how I will remember you forever. I wish we were closer in the past few years like we were when we were kids. I remember spending the weekends with you and Ryan on Cindy Lane, watching Ghostbusters. We were so close then but life takes us in different directions and we see very little of each other for one reason or another. I am grateful that I got a chance to see you in June at your Moms house. I think of you often and pray for our family to have the strength to get through this. I miss you so very much and know you are in good hands. May you rest in peace and never be forgotten. Love you and God Bless!

Crystal Shaak (Pfeiffer)
Cousin

January 1, 2008

Rest in Peace Brother! May God bless you, your Family, Friends and the members of the Smithsburg PD.

Pltm. M. Marchesi #2528
Parkside Police Dept. (Del. Co. Pa)

January 1, 2008

Rest in Peace.

Park Ranger Chris Chappell
Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks, MD

January 1, 2008

Officer Nicholson

You have made the ulitimate sacrifice! You are a true hero and now you patrol the streets of heaven above. The Lord will take care of your family and friends. May your soul Rest in Peace.

Douglas W. Bennett
Juvenile Probation Officer Ky Dept of Juvenile Justice

January 1, 2008

to my soul mate, you gave your life to protect others. that makes you a hero and you cant have a bigger honor than that. Each and everyday that you got dressed and put that badge on it made me proud to be your girlfriend. Life will never be the same with out you in my life, but I know that you will heal all the heavy hearts and see that we carry on. Please watch over us and protect us all, one day I will see you again and be able to hug you. You are my prince. I love you, and no one can take that from us. Sleep well, be strong and be at peace

Desiree
wife to be

December 31, 2007

With deep sorrow we mourn your loss, but with great pride we carry on your mission. God bless you and the hundreds of other heroes who were willing to give so much for the protection of so many.

To his family, rejoice in the fact that Chris was our brother. We, his brothers and sisters in blue, shall never forget his dedication and love for his chosen profession.

Sgt. Jason Keckler
Frederick Police Department

December 30, 2007

"blessed are the peacemakers" Officer Nicholson you have made the ultimate sacrifice. Rest in peace brother.

Patrolman
Quitman Police Department

December 30, 2007

Christopher would like to be remembered for his undying love and appreciation for all his family and friends. He would be grateful for the time that he was able to spend with each and everyone, for they were all special to him, in each in their own way. Each person that he would encounter, he would try to treat with respect and dignity. I know he would like to thank each and everyone who had helped him to overcome his many challenges in being able to pursue his life’s dream of becoming a police officer and all that he was able to accomplish in life.


Luke 9:46-48
“Now came an argument among them (Jesus’ disciples) as to which of them would be the greatest [in the coming Kingdom]! But Jesus knew their thoughts, so he stood a little child beside him and said to them, “Anyone who takes care of a little child like this is caring for me! And whoever cares for me is caring for the God who sent me. Your care for others is the measure of your greatness.””


I was never so excited to become an aunt with the birth of Christopher. I would dress him in his little green sleeper that I got for him and with his red tinged hair, I would call him my little leprechaun O’Hara. When he was 5 weeks old and after his open-heart surgery that he was only given a slim chance of survival, I spent the night with Christopher at Johns Hopkins Hospital. I carried him in my arms to try and offer him some comfort and the whole time I was there I never put him down. I would look up into the heavens of the night sky and pray that if a life had to be taken, that it be mine and not his. Fortunately I was able to watch him grow into a beautiful soul and very special young man that I was so proud of. My only regret is that I was not in that field with him and able to hold him and say the same prayer that I prayed so many years ago.

Kimmy Armstrong
Aunt

December 30, 2007

Rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.

Trooper
Massachusetts State Police

December 29, 2007

As we communicated in our Family Statement previously in these Reflections, Christopher was a very special person. Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to all who have kept us and Christopher close to their hearts this past week. We could not have made it without you. You don't know how many times we have gotten out of bed at 3:00 am to read these reflections for comfort. We are especially thankful to the thousands of police agencies across this good earth who have sent their condolences and prayers. To the hundreds of police officers that traveled away from their own families this Christmas, to personally share in our grief and love for Christopher and attend Christopher's services, we are forever in your debt. May Christopher, Saint Michael and the Good Lord continue to watch over you and Bless You All!

Karen and Paul Highbarger
Chris Nicholson's Mom and Step-Dad

December 29, 2007

Ofc. Christopher S. Nicholson,
I can only thank you for your sacrifice and for the service you provided your fellow citizens. From everything that I've learned about you in a short period of time it seemed you were the perfect person in the perfect job. You'll be missed amongst your family, friends, fellow officers and most certainly by your soul mate. Please continue to watch over us as we continue your work.

Cpl. Sean Wm. Kille
MD. Natural Resources Police / COPS

December 27, 2007

Rest in Peace my Brother, God Bless you, your family and your Dept.

OFFICER BOB SWOPE #5609
OLMSTED FALLS POLICE DEPT.OHIO

December 27, 2007

Chris served Smithsburg with the upmost quality of protection. He was known as a gentle giant to most of our local community and his tragic loss will continue to keep his fellow brothers and sisters in arms vigilant of the perils they face on a constant basis. His length of service was untimely short but his memory will be much longer.
---I, along with hundreds of others, was deeply honored to attend your funeral and you will always have our hearts. RIP, Brother...you will be greatly missed.

SA1-Anon
USCG Sector Baltimore

December 27, 2007

Your act of courage will never be forgotten. Not only for the fact that you where in the middle of a bad situation but aslo for the fact that you wanted to join in the fight of law enforcement in the first place. For that you will never be forgotten. Your tour is over now, rest. We've got it. My sympathy to the family in and out of law enforcement.

Sgt. Pfaltzgraff
Anne Arundel County Sheriff's Office

December 27, 2007

To the family, friends, and officers that knew Officer Nicholson, 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

December 27, 2007

Officer Nicholson, thank you for your service and dedication. Neither you, nor your sacrifice, will ever be forgotten. Watch over your family as they begin this long, dark journey without you. Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO

December 27, 2007

RIP brother!! You will be missed!!

PO E. Ward
AMTRAK POLICE NYC

December 27, 2007