Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

May God Bless Deputy Wilson, his family, and fellow deputies. Thank you for your service Sir, you will never be forgotten.

Police Officer
Ohio

June 9, 2009

Words can not describe the sadness that my wife, Robin, and I felt when we heard of Tom's death. I worked with Tom for nearly five years. As Tom and I were both "products of The University of Southern Mississippi", Tom was one of the first people to make me feel welcome at the PD. He was a great friend and one of the best police officers I ever worked along side. When I decided to leave the PD for the Patrol, Tom sought me out to give me his support, congratulations and advice on furthering my career. I still remember exactly what he told me. As usual, he was right. His death is a true loss to his community, friends and family. May God's loving, protective arms wrap around his family in this time of loss. Tom, keep watch over us as we continue to do the job down here. See you soon.

Supervisory B.P. Agent Jae Harvey
United States Border Patrol

June 5, 2009

May you rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer

June 3, 2009

God Bless you Sir.

Rick F.
Ret. CO

June 1, 2009

Deputy Sheriff Wilson,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Warren County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

June 1, 2009

Rest in peace brother and may GOD bless your family and the WCSO.

Tpr. A. Forsyth
Louisiana State Police

May 31, 2009

Thank you Deputy Sheriff Wilson for your service and sacrifice you are a HERO, and will never be forgotten.. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends during this difficult time.. Rest in Peace Sir..

Joyce
Sister of Ofc. John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994 Henrico PD Virginia

May 29, 2009

God Bless and Godspeed.

Lisa
GEORGIA CIVILIAN

May 28, 2009

Tom Wilson was just an awesome person – I am a fellow classmate from Warren Central and Southern MS. I just loved his smile and his sense of humor. And if you needed Tom, he was there. He was a trusted friend, a wonderful officer and I will miss him so much. He was a man of honor, integrity and compassion. God danced the day he was born - may God surround his loved ones with strength and comfort.

Dana Logue Brandt
friend

May 27, 2009

Thank you Deputy Sheriff Wilson for your service and sacrifice, you are a HERO, and will never be forgotten... Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends today and always... Rest in Peace Sir..

Joyce
Sister of Ofc. John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994 Henrico PD Virginia

May 26, 2009

May God watch over your family, friends and coworkers in your stead. You died because you were following your conscience and your calling. You will forever be remembered a hero!

Jennifer Mayo sister of fallen deputy
Hilery Mayo Jr. STPSO, Louisiana

May 25, 2009

Deputy Wilson, I want to thank you for the sacrifices you and your family have made to protect this community. You will never be forgotten.

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9

Communications Officer Eric Allen
Madison Police Department

May 24, 2009

Thank you, Deputy Wilson, for your service to the people of Mississippi and the United States. Your dedication and efforts are appreciated and will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, HERO!

Janice Brown
Conway, Arkansas

Janice Brown
civilian

May 23, 2009

Rest in Peace

Sgt. R. Gregson
BART Police Department, CA

May 23, 2009

We have known and worked with Tom as a law enforcement officer and friend since 1991. There are many words that can describe Tom Wilson but in our words we will always remember him as a loving father, husband, son and friend to all and as a Loyal Veteran Law Enforcement Officer who put others first before himself. We will miss his sense of humor and visiting with him at Colin's plays at Redwood Elementary. Tom, we salute you for your dedication and loyal service over the years by faithfully keeping watch over all of us; and, we know you still are.... Gaylon and Mary Owens

Lt. Gaylon Owens, MHP-MBI (Ret) & Mary
Mississippi Highway Patrol (Retired)

May 23, 2009

"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

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

May 23, 2009

On May 24th, 2009, the 96th class of the National Sheriff's Institute will graduate in Denver, CO. We will have a moment of silence to honor Deputy Wilson and thank him for his service and sacrifice. "It is not how you died we honor but how you lived". May God Bless you.

Sheriff James Voutour
Niagara County Sheriff NY

May 22, 2009

To Officer Wilson Family and Friends. My prayers are with you. Death causes a heartache that no one can heal, but memories leaves a love that no one can steal. God bless you during this diffcult time.
D. Jones
Mother of Officer Ron Jones
EOW 12/26/01

Anonymous

May 22, 2009

Deputy Wilson, your watch is ended. May our Heavenly Father watch over your family and friends during this tragic time. May your soul walk carefully and proudly into everlasting life. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in God’s peace my friend, you deserve it.
REV

Chaplain Michael Grinnals
Camillus Police Department

May 22, 2009

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

Sgt Jean Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Traffic Unit

May 22, 2009

Rest in peace sir!!!!!!!!

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, TX

May 21, 2009

Tom always treated everyone with respect, I can not remember him ever being rude or short to any of us at dispatch, or anyone at all. He was one of our finest officers and he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife Betty, Tyler, Colin and his co-workers.

Lisa Buchanan
former 911 Dispatcher

May 21, 2009

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

May 20, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with those friends and family members that are left behind and cannot follow. Rest in peace my brother in blue...we will take it from here.

PFC Adam F. Laser
Westminster City Police Department

May 20, 2009

Rest in peace Deputy Wilson, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you very much for your service!

Shelly
Citizen

May 20, 2009