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Patrolman Jonah Darrell Cox

Louisville Police Department, Kentucky

End of Watch Saturday, February 23, 1974

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Reflections for Patrolman Jonah Darrell Cox

Patrolman Cox,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Louisville. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

February 23, 2024

Jonah Cox was working on my platoon at the time of his death. My entire platoon was devastated and went as a group to his funeral service. RIP BROTHER!

Rondal A Birge (Sergeant Retired) LPD
Louisville Police, KY

January 10, 2021

Rest in peace Patrolman Cox. So young, with a young daughter left behind. At least when she grows up, which she is by now she will know her daddy was a true police hero. Louisville residents can live more peacefully because of your courageous actions.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 23, 2015

He was a great guy, and good friend at Jeffersontown High School.

Gary Thomas

Gary Thomas

May 15, 2014

RIP Sir

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

August 16, 2012

WE PAUSE TO REMEMBER THIS BRAVE MAN ON THE ANNIVERSARY OF HIS EOW. MAY GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

INV HAROLD HUTCHISON (RETIRED)
HUNTSVILLE ALABAMA POLICE DEPT

February 23, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 35th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

February 23, 2009

As my career's end is coming closer, I decided to check and find those who had lost their lives during the year that I was hired. While it's been a long time since your passing, I'm sure those you left behind and those whom with you served with distinction have kept you alive in their memories. Thank you for your service and for looking out for us who continue in our chosen profession. Rest in peace Patrolman Cox!

Sgt. Robert Mau Sr.
PD Joliet IL

December 16, 2008

I met your Brother today! My thoughts are with your family and especially your daughter!

Officer Julie D. Schmidt
Louisville Metro Police Department

December 3, 2008

I knew Darrell well he was a good officer, and more important A good person I worked with him, and we attended School trying to get our degree.

David G Johnson
Louisville Police Retired

April 17, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Van Den Berghe
MANCHESTER, NH

February 14, 2008

You are not forgotten. RIP.

Mike

December 12, 2007

"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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

October 30, 2007

lost my father in january 91 in stanford ky strenght to your daughter so many of us little girls have to go through life missing our daddy we never cease to be daddys little girl no matter how old we get or how long it has been since we have been able to be your shadow rest in peace love thoughts and prayers to your daughter kk

kidwell daughter of fallen officer

February 23, 2007

May Our Lord Bless and Keep you.May you Rest in Peace.

February 23, 2007

Patrolman Cox,
On the 31st anniversary of your murder, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Louisville.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

February 23, 2005

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