New Orleans Police Department, Louisiana
End of Watch Monday, January 28, 2008
Reflections for Police Officer Nicola Diane Cotton
"GOD" says, "blessed are the peace keepers." I know in my heart that's what you were. May "GOD" keep you and watch over you, as you still watch over us from above. You are and will always be missed and never forgotten.
Master Trooper Greg Theriot
Louisiana State Police
March 7, 2008
Fallen Comrade
Taking cover...shots fired, then you hear that sound. The unmistakeable crackle of the raido, the feared words...'Officer Down'.
One more Fallen Comrade,the number continues to grow. Sorrow fills one's heart, trying not to let the anger show.
Waging a daily battle, out there trying to win the war. Never knowing what you'll encounter, on this stop or from behind that next door.
One more Fallen Comrade, is gone and out of sight. Yet guiding us from up above, always riding on our right.
My sister in blue, JOB well done and you will never be forgotten.
TFO Kelton A. Daniel
Atlanta HIDTA(East Point PD)
March 4, 2008
God Speed my Sister in Blue. May you rest in peace and you will never be forgotten.
PO Adam Borkowski
Detroit PD
March 2, 2008
Officer Cotton didn't die in vain. She will never be forgotten. We at St.John lost one of our own 2 years ago. There are no words that will sufficiently express the pain and anger.She was a fearless soldier.
With much admiration,
St John Sheriff's Office
Sgt.
St.John S.O.
March 1, 2008
Go now and rest in peace among the other fallen heroes, we have the watch from here, we just ask you to watch over us. You will never be forgotten sister. My prayers go out to Officer Cotton's family, stay strong and know that your loved one will not be forgotten.
Deputy Chris Nielsen
St. Tammany Parish SO
March 1, 2008
May God be with the family, friends and Dept. of Officer Cotton during their time of bereavement. It's always tragic to lose a loved one unexpectantly and violent like this. God Bless you and your unborn baby my sister in Law Enforcement. You're untimely death will not be in vain for we'll continue the fight to protect and serve. Now gear up and grab a beat in Heaven we'll see you soon.
Patrol Officer V. B. Arceneaux 239
Houston Port Authority Police
February 28, 2008
Rest in peace my sister.
We are all children of the most high God. Your unselfish services and deeds to your community will always be remembered and pleasing to Him. May He bestow upon your family grace, mercy, and love. You will never be forgotten.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department
February 28, 2008
May GOD bless your family and friends now. I know their heart is broken over this loss of you and your unborn child. Heaven has two new ANGELS. Rest in peace.
Shirley Roberts- La.
Aunt of Fallen Hero John Logan EOW 3-14-04
February 27, 2008
Thank you for your faithful service. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Lauren Dunn
Neice of Office Tim Dunn EOW 10/29/04
February 25, 2008
God Bless you and your family.
Ofc. P. Colbert
ELSBERRY POLICE DEPARTMENT
February 24, 2008
To the friends and family of Nicola,
My deepest condolences to all of you! As a fellow pregnant female officer, my heart breaks for the loss of Nicola. My huband and I are both officers and getting hurt or killed is always on our families minds, as well as ours. Nicola made the ultimate sacrifice and will never be forgotten! You are all in my heart!!
Officer Sarah Fantasia
Boston College Police
February 24, 2008
Thank you for your service. God Bless and Protect your Family and your Department.
Juanita Bethea
February 24, 2008
Though you did so with your life, you accomplished what you set out to do that fateful day...you got him off the street! With your life, you have now protected many others. May you and your unborn child rest in peace and know that you will not be forgotten. I am very saddened for our loss, and my heart goes out to your family, friends, and the New Orleans Police Department. God bless you for your sacrifice!
Suzanne
TN
February 21, 2008
Nicola,
Thank you for doing the job and the fight that you did. He was caught because of you, and now can't do those things any more. May you, your family, and your department be proud and hold your heads high.
We won't forget you.....
Deputy Brianne Baliconis
SJCSO
February 18, 2008
Officer Cotton
You have done your duty and are a true hero. You have served your community, state and country. Rest in Peace knowing you have done a job well done.
Douglas W. Bennett
Juvenile Probation Officer Ky Dept of Juvenile Justice
February 18, 2008
Rest In Peace, My Sister In Blue...
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Det. Sean Gaither
Trenton Police Dept., NJ
February 15, 2008
Each time a peace officer is killed in the line of duty we must remember that it is another assault on the thin line that separates civilization from anarchy.
Philip Abbey
Citizen
February 15, 2008
Oh, how my heart aches for Officer Cotton's family and friends. You have both my support and prayers.
Chaplain
Arkansas White County Sheriff's Department
February 15, 2008
My heart goes out to you and your family. May you and your precious baby rest in peace. May God be with you and everyone that knew you in this tragic time.
KMP
FPD
February 15, 2008
R.I.P NICOLA YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, YOUR LEGACY WILL LIVE FOREVER.
P/O N.A.W
NOPD
February 15, 2008
Dear Sister:
My deepest condolences to your family, your brothers and sisters at NOPD, your friends and colleagues in law enforcement. All of us who chose to serve, no matter what agency or what country, collectively grieve over each and every officer/deputy/agent's death through the simple performance of duty. May we all be resolved to not let your death be in vain - let us all work toward making officer safety as important as the safety of those for whom we serve and protect. God bless you and your baby for the ultimate sacrifice you made.
Peg Gant, Exec. Director
Comm. for FLA Law Enf. Accreditation
February 13, 2008
Rest in peace. My God be with your family in their time of need. As our wounds heal and our pain goes away, we will see you in heaven one day.
Officer Bailey
College Park PD, Georgia
February 12, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I heard of this tragedy through an email newsletter from England. The fact that this senseless tragedy has made news around the world shows something very special: your selfless work and sacrifice matters. It matters to people around the globe who have never had the pleasure of meeting you. Thank you for your sacrifce and rest in peace.
Tim Delaney
Stewiacke, NS Canada
Tim Delaney
February 12, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you all...family, department, and community. We have walked the path you now find yourself on. May God give you the strength, comfort & healing you need.
Sincerely,
Wendy Hutchison
Mom of LEO Trey Hutchison, EOW 8/11/04
Bossier City, LA
February 11, 2008
Another fallen officer. So sad all that can be done now is leave a message on this site. I am tearful at the loss of your life and your unborn child. May God have mercy on all those that brave the dangers to protect us each day.
February 10, 2008