Henderson County Sheriff's Office, Kentucky
End of Watch Monday, January 3, 2005
Reflections for Sergeant Larry Dale Cottingham
“REMEMBER ME”
Law enforcement officers are, indeed, a special breed of people. Ask anyone on the street and they will tell you that they would not have our jobs for anything in the world. It takes something special to do what we do and at the same time be able to even contemplate retirement. We try to be optimists. Unfortunately, there are a few of us who will never make that date with retirement. By the very nature of our job, we are at risk everyday of losing our lives, either at the hand of some deranged individual or in some other situation that we, by virtue of our occupation, may be unable to avoid. Some people have recognized the hazardous duties we involve ourselves in, the risks we take, and the pride we take in accomplishing that job. There is National Law Enforcement Week, dedicated to us who gladly accept the responsibility of protecting the citizens in our respective jurisdictions. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Day is dedicated to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. These are but two examples of remembrances specifically for law enforcement personnel. Remembrances that come but once a year. We should remind fellow officers of another type of remembrance, one that will last a lifetime. Sooner or later, a doctor will pronounce us dead. It is inevitable. Regardless of whatever happens, death is the end we will all have to face.
“IT IS IN DEATH THAT WE CAN LIVE FOREVER”
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Jim Moore
New Orleans P.D., Retired
February 20, 2006
You will never be forgotten by your brothers in BLUE!! R I P your watch is over we will take it from here. Your brothers in Michigan!!!
Ofc. J. Dixon
Brownstown Police Dept.,MI
February 19, 2006
God bless to the family, friends and co-workers of Sgt. Cottingham. Thank you for your service, RIP.
MJW #643
February 19, 2006
My family would like to send our heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends, & fellow co-workers of Sgt Larry Cottingham. You're in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God give you the strength to make it through each passing day and may you find comfort in those around you.
May God watch over all the brave men and women in law enforcement who put their lives on the line everyday as they serve & protect those in their community. Your job is a difficult one and we truly appreciate all you do. God bless each & everyone of you.
Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2-16-04
February 19, 2006
Sgt. Cottingham,
I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but for our Country as well, when you served in the U.S. Army.
R.I.P.
Anonymous
February 19, 2006
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends and all the members of the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office. We were made safer by his service and we all suffer their tragic loss. The family of Sergeant Cottingham deserves our appreciation and gratitude for their sacrifice. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Sergeant Cottingham is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Tom Doyle
Cary Police Department, NC
February 19, 2006