Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"A Part Of America Died"


Somebody killed a policeman today and
A part of America died.

A peice of our country he swore to protect,

Will be buried with him at his side.

The suspect who shot him will stand up in court,

With counsel demanding his rights,

While a young widowed mother must work for her kids

And spend many long, lonely nights.

The beat that he walked was a battlefield too,

Just as if he'd gone off to war.

Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,

To his name they will add a gold star.

Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,

It happened in your town or mine

While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,

A cop put his life on the line.

Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,

And he stands at each new rookie's side.

He answered the call, and gave us his all,

And a part of America died!


(Written by and full credit to
- Angel Sparks)

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My thoughts and prayers to my brothers in Texas.

I honor your courage for not giving up "the fight" in the days after this incident, and for being able to continue to come to work and somewhat function under the thoughts of lossing one of your own...

And also for you guys to be able to continuing answering calls for service having your Sarge and this incident on your mind, I tip my cap to you....

Respectfully,

- A "brother" in Massachusetts

July 2, 2004

It was two weeks ago today that you were taken from us. I went to Walmart for the first time since the day and viewed the memorial for you. It was so hard to pull into the parking lot but Greg the memorial from your family,friends,your police family and citizens was overwhelming to see. You were so admired,respected,and loved. I miss you so much we are all pulling together and trying to stay strong at work like you would want us to do. God Bless you sir we all miss you so much.

GRAND PRAIRIE POLICE DEPT

July 2, 2004

DAY IS DONE,
GONE THE SUN,
FROM THE HILLS, FROM THE LAKE, FROM THE SKIES.
ALL IS WELL, SAFELY REST,
GOD IS NIGH.

GO TO SLEEP, PEACEFUL SLEEP,
MAY THE SOLDIER OR SAILOR, GOD KEEP.
ON THE LAND OR THE DEEP,
SAFE IN SLEEP.

LOVE, GOOD NIGHT,
MUST THOU GO,
WHEN THE DAY, AND THE NIGHT NEED THEE SO?
ALL IS WELL. SPEEDETH ALL
TO THEIR REST.

FADES THE LIGHT;
AND AFAR
GOETH DAY, AND THE STARS SHINETH BRIGHT,
FARE THEE WELL; DAY IS GONE,
NIGHT IS ON.

THANKS AND PRAISE,
FOR OUR DAYS,
'NEATH THE SUN, 'NEATH THE STARS, 'NEATH THE SKY,
AS WE GO, THIS WE KNOW,
GOD IS NIGH.

A Brother In Blue

Detective Troy S. Pilivi
Box Elder Narcotics Strike Force

July 2, 2004

The one thing I will never forget about Sgt Hunter was he would never walk passed you without saying hi and asking you how you were doing. Sgt Hunter was the kind of officer that many strive to be, but few accomplish and he will be greatly missed.

patrol officer/ chad walsworth
grand prairie pd

July 1, 2004

My 8 yr old son said "He always talked to me when I was at the police department with Dad, he was so nice....and he always smiled". So many lives Greg touched with just his smile. My heart goes out to all of you.

Once in Awhile

Once in a while, someone comes along.
That one in a million heart,
So pure and so strong.
They can face up to the tears.
And somehow still find a smile,
That we only get every once in a while.
Once in a while, someone has the eyes,
That one in a million look,
That never tells lies.
They can get you on your feet,
To walk that extra mile.
We only see every once in a while.
That's why we call them heroes.
That's why we know their names,
And once you've heard their stories,
You're never quite the same.
That's why we call them heroes.
The best thing they ever do,
Is to point to the best in us all,
And say: "If I can, you can too."
Once in a while, I still hear his voice.
That one in a million sound,
Like two laughin' boys.
He would hate it if we cried,
That never was his style.
Oh, we still miss him every once in a while.
They can face up to the tears.
And somehow still find a smile,
That we only get every once in a while.
Oh, how I miss him every once in a while.

Denise Bardwell, wife of C. Bardwell, GP

June 30, 2004

May God bless the family, friends, employees, and officers of the Grand Prairie Police Department. I know that times are hard during this time but my thoughts and prayers will be with you all. Sgt. Hunter was a good man and there is no doubt that he saved many lives on that dreadful day. Rest in peace Sgt. Hunter.

Detective Byron P. Stewart
Arlington Police Department

June 30, 2004

We are truly saddened at Greg's loss.
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We all recall you gave your best.
You did your job, now you can rest.
Your comrades now can cover your post
as you take your place with the Heavenly Host.

God Bless Our Fallen Brothers & Sisters.
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Our prayers will be with you, your family, and co-workers!

Ptlm. P.K. Harding
Binghamton (NY) P.D.

June 30, 2004

On behalf of the Correctional Emergency Response Team of the Clayton County Jail, our thoughts of peace are with the family of Sgt. Hunter.
Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal,.....

Cert Operator Virginia Robinson
Clayton County Sheriff Dept. Jonesboro Ga.

June 30, 2004

To the Family & Co-workers of Sergeant Gregory Hunter.

I was touched hearing about the loss of Sergeant Hunter. I'm convinced he was truly a fine officer and supervisor and a tremendous void is present within your department and community. I served 25 years with the Enid Police Department, and will always be a police officer. May God Bless and Keep you all in his loving care. Heaven has gained another angel in blue.

Retired Sergeant Roy Shriver
Enid Police Department - Enid, Oklahoma

June 29, 2004

We have another Angel in Blue in heaven.
There is no doubt that you are looking down on us protecting us in the palm of your hands. We may have lost you, but Heaven has gained you and there couldn't be a better place to be than there with our Lord. You'll always be missed and remembered.

RP
GPPD

June 29, 2004

We lost two officers last year at my department. It is a very rough time to get through. But know that your whole law enforcement family is here for you. As for Sgt. Hunter, our "Blue Angels--Jay Carruth and David Ezernack" will show you around that wonderful place called HEAVEN. Our prayers are with you, your family and your co-workers.

CPL. C. WHITSTINE
ALEXANDRIA P.D., LOUISIANA

June 29, 2004

On behalf of the men and women of the La Habra Police Department we send our condolences and prayers to the Grand Prairie Police Department and the family of Sergeant Hunter. It doesn't matter what part of the country we are in, when one of our brothers or sisters fall, we all feel the loss. Rest in peace Sergeant Hunter.

Sergeant Jeff Baylos
La Habra PD, California

June 29, 2004

Greg I feel such a giant void in my heart with you gone. The only comfort is knowing where you are now. I sat by the west door the other day and it hit me so hard that I will never again be there and you walk up to talk and smile at me to make sure everything with my children and I were okay. You were one of a kind a true friend,kind man and a great comfort when I lost my mom,dad,brother and at the end of my marriage it was you who was there to tell me I was strong and I would overcome and you would smile that amazing smile of yours and it would make me smile in return. You will always be remembered by me for the wonderful man you were.

Co-worker
GPPD

June 29, 2004

What a true blessing it has been to know such a Servant of God and a true hero. I have worked with GPPD for just less than a year, but Sgt. Hunter made me feel like I have been part of the
"family" from the very beginning.
My husband Capt. Jimmy Stewart of the Grand Prairie Fire Dept. was the first paramedic to reach his side after he had been shot. This has impacted both of our lives more that words can say.
You are a choosen man of God! Your family will be in our prayers always.
I can't wait until I see you again....and hear you say....."Lisa Stewart...how are you doing today?"
Today my friend....my heart cries for you and your family. You will never be forgotten. Then memories of you will be etched in our hearts for all eternity.
Thank you for being a man of God, for being the leader that you were, and for being my friend. I will miss you!!

Lisa G. Stewart PBX
Grand Prairie Police Dept.

June 29, 2004

My thoughts and prayers to Sgt. Hunter, his family and to the Grand Prairie Police Department.

God Bless

Sergeant Damon Cole #192
Double Oak Police Department

June 29, 2004

Thank you for spending your life protecting us so that we, as a community can be safe from the dangers that are out there. How tragic that your life was cut short by a deranged maniac with no regard for human life. We will always remember you and your ultimate sacrifice. I didn't know you but, from everything everyone who ever met/knew you had to say, you were the epitome of a perfect police officer, father, husband, mentor and man. I live in Grand Prairie and thank you from the bottom of my heart. It's unfortunate that it's times such as this that we are reminded just how dangerous poice officers lives are each and every day. I still cry when I think about what happened to you as I was home that tragic day and say the events unfold on t.v. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God bless you and protect your resting soul.

Kimberly
citizen of Grand Prairie

June 29, 2004

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this terrible tragedy. Know that others have shared your pain, and you are not alone. One day, you shall all be reunited one fine day. Know that he is in a place surrounded by the finest law enforcement has to offer ... all of our beloved fallen heroes. May God bring peace to you and help you see this through.
Buncombe County S.O.
Sgt. Jeffrey T. Hewitt
E.O.W. April 4,2004

Jennifer Mackey
Buncombe County SO NC

June 29, 2004

What a blessing you are. I know without one's like yourself sir, the world would even be more lost. Thank you for what you do. Thank you to your Department and the one's that protect those who don't even know. You have given more than anyone could ever know. Thank you to our Lord Jesus, for in his name we have you. Once again Thank you and to your family. Though we never knew each other, my family would like to thank you and yours. God Bless.

John 15:15, 16

Agent A. Glick
BICE Homeland Security

June 29, 2004

To Sergeant Hunter family and friends our hearts and prayers go out to you


God Bless

terry miyares, surviving spouse
Officer Emilio Miyares, Hialeah PD< Fl 11/6/86

June 28, 2004

Thank you for your service. You, your dept., your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

June 28, 2004

Our prayers and thoughts to the family of Sgt. Hunter. God Speed.

EMS Director, Jeff Dostlake
McFarland EMS

June 28, 2004

Day is done, gone the sun,
From the hills, from the lake,
From the sky.
All is well, safely rest,
God is nigh.

Fades the light; And afar
Goeth day, And the stars
Shineth bright,
Fare thee well; Day has gone,
Night is on.

Thanks and praise, For our days,
'Neath the sun, Neath the stars,
'Neath the sky,
As we go, This we know,
God is nigh.

Pfc. J. O'Meara
Summerville Police Department, Summerville, S.C.

June 28, 2004

Our prayers to this family and the GP Police Department.

INV HEISLER
US ARMY CID

June 28, 2004

Sgt. Hunter,
You will never be forgotten, God Bless you and your family. God Speed my Brother in Blue.

PO Adam Borkowski
Detroit Police Dept.

June 27, 2004

You are with God and Your Family Now and Forever. God Bless your family and co-workers.

Trooper
New Jersey State Polilce

June 27, 2004