Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

On behalf of the 5,200 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Deputy Sheriff Martin’s family as well as the members of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

September 8, 2008

You will not find a better person any place on this planet. He was truly a good person, driven and hard worker. He will be missed!

Deputy Doug Warner #187
Friend

September 8, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

September 8, 2008

My sincerest sympathy to the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Marty Martin as well as to the Franklin County Sheriff's Department. Rest in peace Deputy Martin, you are gone but will not be forgotten...

Dispatcher Sue Rusch, CTO
Punta Gorda PD, Punta Gorda FL

September 8, 2008

To the friends and family of this outstanding officer, Deputy Martin is a hero. His dedication and understanding for the service of his community will always be remembered. Law enforcement is not a job its a life style. It sadly takes the loss of our friends in blue to see this. Deputy Martin God bless you and rest at peace!

H. Hefner
Former Deputy Sheriff in NC

September 8, 2008

May God bless you and every person that you have touched in your life here on Earth. May you rest easy knowing that you influenced many lives. God Speed.

Heather
Ohio State Highway Patrol

September 8, 2008

Sending my deepest sympathy and prayers for your family, friends, and entire department. I know that Angels carried you high into the Heavens. May you rest in Peace, and God Bless!

Dispatcher Sara Singleton
Howard County Maryland Communications 911 Center

September 7, 2008

Marty, it had been a while since I had talked with you, but you are truly going to be missed.

Sgt. Dave Buttler
Delaware County Sheriff's Office

September 7, 2008

MAY THE ANGELS LEAD YOU IN AND PROTECT YOU FOREVER. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

AUNT OF TROOPER CRAIG TODESCHINI E/O/W 04/23/06

sandy

September 7, 2008

Rest now brother. You are home.

Det. Castelhano
Mount Vernon NY PD

September 7, 2008

God Speed, Brother.

P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

September 7, 2008

rest in peace, brother
provincial constable marty lalonde, ontarioprovincial police

Anonymous

September 7, 2008

Be at Peace, brother. I pray for support for your family and fellow Franklin County brothers and sisters. We will honor you in May in London!

Off. M.J. McRill #180
Sidney Police Dept. (OH)

September 7, 2008

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO DEPUTY MARTIN'S FAMILY AND HE FRANKLIN CO S.O. DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.

GOD BLESS YOU, BROTHER IN BLUE.

DEPUTY RUTILO QUEZADA
SMITH COUNTY SHERIFF - TYLER, TX

September 7, 2008

On behalf of the men and women of the Camillus Police Department, our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Sheriff Marty M. Martin. Rest in Peace Brother, We now have the Watch.

PBA
Town of Camillus Police Department, Central New York

September 7, 2008

On behalf of the Connecticut Police Work Dog Association, I would like to express our deepest regards and sympathy to the family, friends and fellow officers of Duputy Sheriff Marty Martin. You gave the ultimate sacrifice. Marty, you may be gone, but you will NEVER be forgotten. Rest in peace blue angel and thank you for your service.

James A. Cortina
Director / Connecticut Police Work Dog Association

September 7, 2008

Deputy Sheriff Marty M. Martin,

Sometimes it is an accident that will take us from this life. Yet, to have died in the course of our duty and in service to others is the act of a hero. Dedication, Commitment and Honor speak for you now. They declare you among our finest soldiers of the law. Rest in peace, brother.

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennsylvania State Police

September 7, 2008

To the wife and son of Officer Martin and his fellow officers - my heart goes out to you all. I can say I truly understand how you must be feeling at this time. But, though we may not see it now, God has a perfect plan and we have to hold on to that. Hold on to any faith you have to pull you through. I'm holding on with you. God bless and comfort you.

Renee' Haley
wife of CPD officer Tim Haley - EOW 08/26/08

Renee' Haley
wife of CPD officer Tim Haley, eow 08/26/08

September 7, 2008

Marty you are going to be sadly missed by so many people. My prayers are with Jodi and Kyle. They FCSO has lost a true hero. Rest is peace Marty your brothers have the watch now.

Frank
Friend and ex roomate

September 7, 2008

REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

INVESTIGATOR BOB CAMERON
CLEVELAND HTS PD (OHIO)

September 7, 2008

Rest in peace brother. My thoughts are with your family and fellow officers during this most difficult time.

Lt. Joseph Ward, Ret.
Jackson, NJ PD

September 7, 2008

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

September 7, 2008

Sir, May God be with your family and friends at their time of need. You will be missed.

Deputy Mark Hemsworth
Fairfield County S/O

September 7, 2008

The policeman stood and faced 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 a badge
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 time 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 a 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 born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell

Thank you for your service, my prayers are with your family

Sergeant
PCSO

September 7, 2008

God bless you and keep you.

DE
St. Louis City Police

September 7, 2008