Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dear Officer Todd, family, friends, colleagues and citizens of Detroit.

It is an absolute honor to have Officer Mike Todd by my side as my silent partner. The tragic events of December 5, 1998 bring chills as if it occurred today. We continue to train hard in your honor.
Sincere thank you to your family, friends and colleagues for their steadfast support throughout the 24+ years. Thank you for your service, dedication and sacrifice. You will forever live in our hearts and memories. May God continue to bless you and your family with comfort and love.

Student Police Officer, 24-C D Wade
Detroit Police Department

November 17, 2023

My name is SPO Abed. I was assigned your father, brother, friend and colleague as my silent partner. I am very honored to be given officer Todd as my silent partner and learn how such an awesome and brave man he was . I deeply send my condolences.

Small prayer to send to the family and friends

“Dear Lord, I lift to You those who lost someone dear to them. Cover them with Your comfort and give them strength and courage to accept their loss. Remind them that You have a purpose for their grief and that You will help them heal. Grief consumes them.

SPO ABED
Detroit police academy

August 23, 2023

My name is S.P.O Andrews and I was assigned your father, brother, friend and colleague as my silent partner. I am incredibly honored to have been given the opportunity to learn about such a valiant and brave man. There are no words that I could give to bring solace to your hearts knowing that he need 24 hour care and love, means that he has an amazing family who fought valiantly with him every step of the way. I will never forget his name and will always remain humbled and steadfast in my appreciation of his exemplary service

S.P.O Andrews
Detroit Police

July 11, 2023

To the family/friends of Police Officer Lloyd "Mike" Todd, my name is Alan Urbina, I am honored to have your father, brother, friend as my silent partner. I have heard a lot about Officer Todd, you are still remembered and will never be forgotten. Thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice. My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Lloyd "Mike" Todd.

SPO Urbina
Detroit Police Department
Class 23-F

April 14, 2023

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.

Author Unknown

"Semper Paratus"

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

February 12, 2023

Served 40 years in different agents here in San Antonio texas. I was on of the fortunate ones may the rip

Gerald hassfield
Leon valley police dept retired

November 15, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Assistant Supervisory Air Marshal in Charge (ASAC)
New York Field Office
Federal Air Marshal Service

October 14, 2022

My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and coworkers of Police Officer Mike Todd. God will watch over you all during this terrible time. God's Speed Mike!

Reserve Deputy Brian Jacobsen
Mahaska County Iowa Sheriff’s Office

October 12, 2022

I would like to offer my condolences to the family and friends of Police Officer Mike Todd. I am so very sorry for your loss and the pain you have endured all these years. The service and sacrifice of Officer Todd to this country and the people of Michigan will not be forgotten.

Deborah C.
Wife, Mother, Aunt of LEOs
Maryland

October 10, 2022

Officer Todd,

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain

Pittsburgh PD

October 9, 2022

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Officer Todd. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Detroit Police Department.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

September 23, 2022

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 whose 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

Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

September 21, 2022

Today we had the honor and privilege of putting you to rest. Your brothers and sister from the Ninth Precinct were there to help.
May God rest your soul and give you peace.
Tell Shawn we said Hi!

PO
Detroit Police Department / #9

September 21, 2022

I never had the privilege of meeting you, but I've heard your story numerous times over the years. You are still remembered and talked about by members who worked at the Ninth Precinct over the years. They play the dispatch tape from that night for the Academy students to help them understand the seriousness of this profession.

Know that you are loved and appreciated by the members of this agency. Please watch over us brother.

Sergeant
Detroit Police Department

September 19, 2022

RIP Officer Todd. Thank you for your service to the Country and the citizens of Detroit

Sergeant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police

September 19, 2022

Another "Hero" taken.
You helped make this world a safer place to live.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Prayers to your loved ones and to your department.

Det. Billy Russo (Ret)
Nassau County Police Department, New York.

September 19, 2022

Rest in Peace Brother

Thank you for your service and ULTIMATE SACRIFICE

Prayers for you and your family

GOD BLESS

Firefighter Ronald Lavallee
Lawrence, MA Fire Department

September 19, 2022

Rest in Peace, Dear Brother.

Detective H.R. Burkes
Canton Police Department

September 19, 2022

Officer Todd, our world is full of evil people, and yet, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jess Espinosa
Civilian

September 18, 2022

Rest Easy brother‼️

Det Kenyon Sanders
Venice Police Dept

September 17, 2022

To be absent from the body , is to be present with the Lord . God Bless
Love always , The Jones Family….

The Jones Family
St. Augustine St. Monica Church

September 17, 2022

I am sad to lean of the passing of a Brother and Hero in Police Officer Lloyd "Mike" Todd. I believe our Heavenly Father has welcomed him home into his loving arms where he will now patrol the Golden Streets of Heaven. May the Lord deliver Blessings, Comfort and Peace to his family, friends and all Members of the Detroit Police Department, Michigan.

Retired, T W Martinez
FOP member
State of New Mexico/JJS

September 17, 2022

Thank you for your service sir, R. I. P
❤️

Mrs.C Singleton /Concern Citizen

September 16, 2022

Rest In Peace brother in blue, the suffering is over. May the Lord Jesus take you into his arms .

Detective Gary Helscel
Cleveland Police Department in

September 16, 2022

R.I.P. Sir. Condolences to your family and the Brothers and Sisters of the DPD.

Corporal (Retired) Eric Jones Sr
St. Tammany Parish S.O.

September 16, 2022