Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, August 8, 2004
Reflections for Police Officer Michael Patrick Gordon
The men and women of the Franklin County Sheriff's Office would like to offer our condolences to the family of Officer Gordon and the Chicago Police Department.
Franklin County Sheriff's Office (IL)
August 9, 2004
"No greater a man than he who will lay down his life for another." Rest in peace our fallen brother, and may God be with your family
Deputy Andrew S. Hynek
La Porte County, IN Sheriff's Office
August 9, 2004
Our Greatest Fear
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again, I hold back a tear.
They patrol in the state, city, county and town,
in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.
The shape of their badges may vary,
but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.
They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,
but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.
To uphold the law is the job that they pick,
with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?
They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,
after their lives have met tragic ends.
Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,
too many have been lost when gunshots ring out.
Our Heavenly Father has called them home,
no more these dark streets do they roam.
Through trial and error they have given their best,
please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
" Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again I hold back a tear.
Master Trooper Dave “Stumpy” Miller
M/Trp. Dave "Stumpy" Miller
Indiana State Police Dist. 13
August 9, 2004
"Flash" It was a true honor, pleasure and career highlight working with you in Fillmore. It was even more rewarding when we were partnered up. My best memory is when you and I were working together and Milo and Serg were chasing that armed carjacker. We got in the fight with the other troops and it was amazing to watch you and Timmy Kinsella grab that carjacker as we eventually took him into custody. May God bless you, your family and America!
Officer Andrew Cuomo
Chicago Police Department-011th District
August 9, 2004
The Chicago Police Memorial Foundation would like to express its deepest sympathies to all the members of the Chicago Police Department, as well as the family and friends of
Officer Michael T. Gordon.
Chicago Police Memorial Foundation
August 9, 2004
God Bless Officer Gordon's family & Friends during their tragic loss. My prayers are also with his partner who is still injured and in the hospital.
A COP ON THE TAKE
First he takes the oath.
Now look at all he takes---
He takes it in stride when people call him a pig.
He takes time to stop and talk to children.
He takes your verbal abuse while giving you a ticket that you deserve...
He takes on creeps that you would be afraid to even look at.
He takes time away from his family to keep you safe.
He takes your injured children to the hospital.
He takes the graveyard shift without complaint because it's his turn.
He takes his life into his hands daily.
He takes you home when your car breaks down.
He takes time to explain why both of your headlights have to work.
He takes the job that no one else wants---
telling you that a loved one has died.
He takes criminals to jail.
He takes in sights that would make you cry.
Sometimes he cries too, but he takes it anyway because someone has to.
If he is lucky, he takes a retirement.
He takes memories to bed each night,
that you couldn't bear for one day!
Sometimes he takes a bullet.
And yes, occasionally he takes a free cup of coffee.
Then one day he pays for all he has taken...
GOD takes him!
Tonya Stephenson
Delaware County, PA Resident
August 9, 2004
Another sad day as we lose a brother officer. Thank you for you service sir...rest easy, we have the watch.
Trooper
Florida Highway PAtrol
August 9, 2004
God blessed this earth with a person like you. He put you here for a reason. Now, he will take you back into His arms. My prayers go out to the family. Be blessed in knowing he is in a better place. It is hard, I know. Look to your heart, for there, are your memories. They last a lifetime.
Sandi Parrott
Florida Highway Patrol
August 9, 2004
I stop by this website often after the death of two dear friends with the NCSHP (Troopers Calvin Taylor E.O.W. October 3, 2001 and Anthony Cogdill E.O.W. May 30, 2003).
Unfortunately, I had to add the name of another friend. Deputy Jeffrey Hewitt, Buncombe County (NC) Sheriff’s Department, E.O.W. April 4, 2004.
We all grieve over the lives lost in the line of duty. I hope you can find some comfort knowing that there are countless prayers that go out for your family.
These are senseless tragedies that never seem to stop. God Bless the men and women who continue to serve their communities in our great Nation.
...Gone, but never Forgotten....
Marti Ingle, Firefighter/Paramedic
Haywood Co EMS (NC)
August 9, 2004
On behalf of my family, I wish to extend to the family of Officer Michael Gordon and to the Chicago Police Department our heart felt prayers and sympathy. My family knows all to well the pain that you are going through right now. I wish there was some magical way to take that away. I pray that God holds you close during these trying times. He will see you through this.
As a wife of a law enforcement officer it is my nightly prayer that all our LEO's stay safe.
Mrs.Gordon and Children....your husband and father will not be forgotten.
Peggy Maher-Dreher
In memory of my brother
Patrick Maher (EOW 8-2-03)
Federal Way PD-Washington
Peggy Maher- Dreher
Sister of Patrick Maher EOW 8-2-03
August 9, 2004
My heart goes out to the family and friends of Officer Gordon. It's hard enough when you hear of any officer losing his or her life in the line of duty, but it's especially hard when a person so young leaves a young wife and 4 children. May God bless Michael and his family. You will never be forgotten.
DE
St. Louis City Police
August 9, 2004
Rest in peace Officer Gordon, We will pray for you and your family.
SGT (RET)
NJ DOC SOG K9 UNIT
August 9, 2004
All to familar to us here in Michigan. We lost one of ours in May to a drunk driver. Gary Davis, Bloomfield Twp, EOW 5/13/04. May God be with Michael's family and know that you are in our prayers.
Melissa Marquette
Oakland County Prosecutor's Office
August 9, 2004
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your wife and children Officer Michael Gordon. Thank you for your service sir, you will never be forgotten.
Lt Thomas Drury
Clare City P.D. Michigan
August 9, 2004
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to Ofc. Gordon's family. I would like to say "THANK YOU," to him for his service to his country and to those like me- citizens of Chicago. I greatly appreciate the fact that he risked and eventually gave his life to keep us all safe. My prayers are with his wife and children. I recently lost my son and I know that God will bring you comfort in this time just as he has done for me. Thanks again Officer Gordon!!!
Adam Shorter
Concerned Citizen
August 9, 2004
The officers of the 67th Precinct Anti-Crime team with to extend their condolences to the family, friends and co-workers of Police Officer Michael Gordon.
67 Precinct Anti-Crime Team
New York Police Department
August 9, 2004
From the men and women of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Industry Station, our heartfelt condolences to the men and women of Chicago P.D. and the family and friends of Officer Michael Gordon. Having recently experienced the tragic loss of one of our own (Deputy Michael Arruda, EOW 06-15-04), we share your pain and sorrow.
Take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family cares.
God bless, and rest in peace Officer Gordon.
Industry Sheriff's Station
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
August 9, 2004
our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and co workers and freinds of the officers. god bless all.
eow 2-4-04
rpd wife of william WALLY rolniak
August 9, 2004
My sincere condolences to Officer Gordon's family, both blood and blue. There is yet another angel on our shoulders.
Dep. PJ Nagel
Cook County IL Sheriff's
August 9, 2004
Rest in peace, my brother. We won't let you be forgotten.
Peace Officer's Memorial Foundation of Cook County
August 9, 2004
Rest in peace sir. God bless your family and friends. Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.
Leo Wife
St. Petersburg, FL
August 9, 2004
Rest in Peace....
Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept,NY
August 9, 2004
God bless the family and friends of this fallen hero. Our deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you.
Andrew, Police Officer
Baltimore City Police
August 9, 2004
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Officer Gordon. I have been where you are today and know the unbearable pain and heartache you must be feeling. Hold on to the beautiful memories and keep Michael with you everyday. I am so sorry that you must go down this lonely road. Our family will pray for you everyday.
Laurie Lawn
wife of Richard Lawn EOW 7/28/03
August 9, 2004
Not to be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Offc. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department
August 9, 2004