Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Your courage and dedication will not be forgotten. A hero in the truest sense of the word!

Anonymous State of SC
Government

April 4, 2015

On behalf of the Lapeer County Sheriff's Office, Michigan; thank you for your service, Trooper Casper. Our most heartfelt condolences go out to your family, department, and community. You have made the ultimate sacrifice. We remain forever grateful to you as our brother in Law Enforcement.

Deputy Covert
Lapeer County Sheriff

April 4, 2015

My heart goes out to the trooper and his family. Please know that many members of the public -- including me -- have all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ray

April 4, 2015

Rest in peace brother.....we have the watch from here!!!!

Patrolman Bobby Pickett
Coweta, OK Police Department

April 4, 2015

Your 1st shift, good job sweetheart. Rest easy in God's hands. I was told once that we only borrow angels, God needs them back. I have to believe this. Watch over us. God bless & keep your family & friends.

Patrol Officer Sister in In Blue
Tennesse

April 3, 2015

Rest in peace chap, taken far too early

Sgt Mike Wood
Hertfordshire Constabulary

April 3, 2015

Thank you for the courageous service to your community and the state.

Civilian Jamie Perry
April 3, 2015

April 3, 2015

Way to young. I'm sorry it happened to you man.

Glynn
Random citizen

April 3, 2015

So young

Lt. Dan Mullin (retired)
Lockport Il PD

April 3, 2015

RIP and thank you. You will never be forgotten.

grateful citizen
Tampa, FL

April 2, 2015

So young--rest in peace and thank you for your sacrifice to this great nation and to your community.

Assistant Sheriff James Lopey (Ret)
Washoe County Sheriff (Reno, Nevada)

April 2, 2015

Your sacrifice and courage will never be forgotten. R.I.P. Brother

Sgt. Tony Augustine
Brookfield,Ct. Police Department

April 2, 2015

Thank you for your service. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and your law enforcement family. You will not be forgotten. You will always be honored.... Rest easy...
-Police Unity Tour Team CSPD
"We Ride For Those Who Died"

Police Unity Tour - Team CSPD
Coral Springs Police Department, Florida

April 2, 2015

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. (Joshua 1:9) RIP young man and thank you for your service.

Lieutenant Kevin Kelley
Missouri State Highway Patrol

April 1, 2015

Rest in piece brother.

Police Officer Daniel R
California

April 1, 2015

Troop,

Rest easy my friend. Thank you for the sacrifice. You will not be forgotten. You are a true hero and Wisconsin and your family should be proud of your service.

Trooper
Illinois State Police

April 1, 2015

Trooper Casper,

Many thanks to you for your service. Such a young, talented, and gifted Trooper taken far to soon from us. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You met the challenge and gave your life so others could live. May the fond memories of your short presence on earth be a beacon of light and hope for all of us. Rest well my brother, we will take it from here.

Correctional Treatment Specialist
Federal Bureau of Prisons

April 1, 2015

It is with great sadness that we lose another brother. Thoughts with the family, friends, and co-workers of this Officer. Hopefully he will live peacefully in etenal life.

Deputy T. Van Handel

Deputy- Tyler Van Handel
Outagamie County Sheriffs Dept.

April 1, 2015

RIP in brother your call to service was cut short. Patrol in heaven.

Corporal Patrick Brownfield
Alamosa Police Department

April 1, 2015

As a fellow officer, thank you for all of your dedication to the citizens of Wisconsin. RIP brother, we'll handle it from here.

Patrolman Charles E Washegger
Minnesota State Highway Patrol

March 31, 2015

Rest in peace Brother.

Cpt. Jordan Flammia
HCSO P606

March 31, 2015

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO! May God
Give the family and friends the strength and faith to deal with this tragic loss. Words can not express my sorrow!

"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
Copyright BMI © 1993 - All Rights Reserved

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

March 31, 2015

RIP brother.

Trooper
North Dakota Highway Patrol

March 31, 2015

Rest in peace brother! Your dedication to the citizens of WI and the ultimate sacrifice you have paid serving will never be forgotten. Prayers to your family and the LE brothers and sisters.

Officer Michael Hudson
Lake Hallie PD (WI)

March 31, 2015

What a heartbreaking sacrifice made by someone so young. Thank you for your service. My heart goes out to your family and community.

Officer's Wife
Cincinnati, OH

March 31, 2015