Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

RIP, prayers for the family.

Sgt. Ron Cromer
Martin Co. Sheriff's Office

June 10, 2017

Avenue of the Fallen

Standing at attention in their class “A“uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, are your brothers and sisters of Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the ultimate price.
Today, like many others, they welcome you to this wonderful place.
As you march down the Avenue of the Fallen, all eyes focus on you as if to say “it’s OK, you’re with your eternal partners.”
A salute is followed and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well.
Now come join us in the ranks, another is coming home.
Officer Jim Weaver (#11452) Los Angeles Police Department retired
12-25-2010

Retired Elected Sheriff, Jim Weaver
Jerome County Sheriff Office, Jerome, Idaho

June 10, 2017

We pray for you and your family and know you are in our Lords hands and the company of all our hero brothers and sisters.

Captain Special Police (Retired)
Pompton Lakes Police Department

June 10, 2017

Rest easy, officer, we'll take it from here.

Sergeant William Strong
Conway Police Department, Conway, NH

June 10, 2017

Praying for Peace, Strength and comfort for the family from our Lord during such a difficult time. Officer Desjardins rejoice in Glory of Heaven my brother in blue. Your service will always be honored.

Sgt.Fletcher
West Monroe Police Department

June 10, 2017

Officer Desjardins,
Thank you for your service and your willingness to make the ultimate sacrifice while pursuing your dream of a career of public service.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family, coworkers, and friends, and hope that you find strength amongst each other during this very tough and tragic time.
Peace to you Nathan

Charles C. Black II
Surviving Son of Maine State Trooper Charles C. Black E.O.W. 7/9/64

June 10, 2017

RIP brother, you will never be forgotten.

Officer J. Honeycutt
Utah Valley University Police Dept.

June 10, 2017

Officer Desjardins,
May you rest in Heavenly Peace. May your family be forever watched over and blessed. May your friends and colleagues find comfort. Please watch over us from on high.
We will see you again dear Sir.
Thank you for your service. I will never forget your sacrifice or the sacrifice of your family.
Greater Love Hath No Man....
Prayers for all involved.

Kristi
Surviving Daughter of Special Agent J. Robert Porter
Federal Bureau of Investigation
E.O.W. 8/9/79

June 10, 2017

Your sacrifice in the service of others, especially wherein you worked part time is very tragic. So long as your family keeps you in their hearts and minds, you'll never truly be gone and your service is honored here.

God Bless you Brother and may your eternal rest be ever peaceful.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

June 10, 2017

A hero remembered never dies. God bless you Brother. May you Rest In Peace.

Deputies and Staff Admins Of
TRUTH BEHIND THE BADGE on Facebook

June 9, 2017

Thank you for your service. Prayers for your Family & Dept.

Detective Monica Veney
Baltimore City Police Department

June 9, 2017

Rest in peace brother. Thoughts are with your family both blue and blood during this difficult time. Thank you Officer Desjardins for your service and ultimate sacrifice trying to save lives.

Detective Sergeant David Post
Reno County Sheriff's Office Hutchinson, Ks

June 9, 2017

The DeKalb Illinois Police Department sends our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

DeKalb Police Department

June 9, 2017

DesJardins family and friends may God grant you all a fast healing. Officer DesJardins Thank you for your Ultimate Sacrifice while in route to help others in need. Take a front row seat from above and watch over your family and friends and keep them safe. Rest in Peace and let your Brothers and Sisters in Blue take the watch from here.

Res.Sgt.Rudy Jones
Cuyahoga Falls Police Dept, Ohio

Res Sgt.Rudy Jones
Cuyahoga Falls Police Dept,Ohio

June 9, 2017

On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Police Officer Nathan M. Desjardins and the extended law enforcement family of the Fryeburg Police Department, ME.


End of Watch: June 6, 2017

Rest in Peace brother and watch over us.

I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, But tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.

By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

June 9, 2017

Avenue of the Fallen

Standing at attention in their class “A“uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, are your brothers and sisters of Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the ultimate price.
Today, like many others, they welcome you to this wonderful place.
As you march down the Avenue of the Fallen, all eyes focus on you as if to say “it’s OK, you’re with your eternal partners.”
A salute is followed and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well.
Now come join us in the ranks, another is coming home.
Officer Jim Weaver (#11452) Los Angeles Police Department retired
12-25-2010

Retired Elected Sheriff, Jim Weaver
Jerome County Sheriff Office, Jerome, Idaho

June 9, 2017

"The Final Inspection"
The policeman stood and faced his 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 badges 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 times 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 silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."
Author Unknown

Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell WY Police Department

June 9, 2017

My condolences to the family and friends of Police Officer Nathan M. Desjardins. Losing a loved one is always difficult. Please take comfort in Jesus words where he said that there would be a resurrection. Just think of the time when you will see your loved ones again, in paradise conditions, here on earth. Once again, my condolences.

Cpl. William Stanback (Retired)
Pennsylvania State Police

June 9, 2017

A great officer, friend from the past, will be greatly missed #HERO

S/A Howard Brown
State of Louisiana, went to school with him.

June 9, 2017

You have more to serve from up above. Your not finished yet.

Deputy U.S. Marshal-Oregon Barbara Alfan
U.S. Marshals Service

June 8, 2017

RIP, Officer Desjardins. Praying for you and your loved ones.

Officer C Curione
Rochester Police Department, NY

June 8, 2017

So saddened to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.

Reserve Police Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

June 8, 2017

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

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

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

June 8, 2017

Rip Brother

Deputy Zak Rodgers
Boone County Sheriffs Dept

June 8, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss.

Rebel Jacqueline
Arizona Department of Public Safety

June 8, 2017