Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

May the good lord welcome you with open arms, for you have done your job well.

Chaplain Douglas J. Maykowski
Fraternal Order Of Police Lodge #187 Mt. Clemens Michigan.

October 19, 2016

"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

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

October 19, 2016

"The Final Inspection"
The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"
The policeman squared his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.
But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."
Author Unknown

Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell Wyoming Police Department

October 19, 2016

RIP

Lieutenant Ray Waters
Pitt County Sheriff Office, NC

October 19, 2016

Rest in peace Brother

Deputy Dunlap(ret)
Dallas City Marshal's Tx

October 19, 2016

To the family of Police Officer Aaron Christian, friends, and the Chesapeake Police Department.
You are lifted up in thoughts and prayers. May God comfort, hold you close and give you peace now and always. Thank you for your service. Matthew 5:9

Patrolman A.S. Batson
Cherry / O'Berry Hospital Police, NC

October 19, 2016

Rest in peace brother. You are a true hero.

Jamie Davis
Pittsylvania County sheriff's office

October 19, 2016

You helped make this world a safer place to live.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Prayers to your loved ones and to your department.

Det. Billy Russo (Ret.)
Nassau County NY. Police Department

October 19, 2016

R.I.P Brother. May God give your family peace during this hard time

Minister Cody McAdams
Heaven seekers

October 19, 2016

Rest in Peace My Brother in Blue.

"Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be Called Sons of God.
Matthew 5:9

A/ Sergeant D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department

October 19, 2016

Praying for your blood and blue family. Thank you for your service, RIP brother. Grief is a difficult process, pray diligently...

Lt. Vickie Kristiansen
Franklin City Police KY

October 19, 2016

Final Salute Officer Christian, thank you for your service. You are a hero. Rest peacefully in the presence of God. We are praying for the family and fellow officers.

Former Patrol Sergeant
Johnny Allison
Wylie TX Police Dept

October 19, 2016

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service.

Cpl. M. Davis #2614
Prince George's County Police

October 19, 2016

One of the most genuine and kindhearted people you could ever have the pleasure of meeting. Always ready to help and ready with open arms for anyone who needed a hug. He was like a little brother to me. He will be missed by all who knew him.

We love you Aaron!!

Administrative Assistant
Huntington Police Department

October 19, 2016

Rest In Peace brother.

Corporal (Retired) Glenn Elliott
Temple Police Department--Temple,Tx

October 19, 2016

Thank you Aaron! Thank you for choosing to be a Police Officer and giving the ultimate sacrifice at such a young age. There is a special place in heaven reserved for you where other heros, like you, are waiting. Your loss is felt by all of us and although our hearts grieve, we know that you are in good company with all the brothers and sisters that have served and sacrificed to protect their communities before you. Rest in peace brother as we got it from here! #YourLifeMattered

Officer Jeffrey A. Batten
South Pittsburg Police Department

October 19, 2016

Rest in peace brother

Detective Christopher McManus Fairmont
Fairmont, N.C.

October 19, 2016

Avenue of the Fallen

Standing at attention in their class “A“uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, are your brothers and sisters of Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the ultimate price.
Today, like many others, they welcome you to this wonderful place.
As you march down the Avenue of the Fallen, all eyes focus on you as if to say “it’s OK, you’re with your eternal partners.”
A salute is followed and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well.
Now come join us in the ranks, another is coming home.
Officer Jim Weaver (#11452) Los Angeles Police Department retired
12-25-2010

Retired Sheriff, Jim Weaver
Jerome County, Idaho Sheriffs Office

October 19, 2016

Rest in peace brother. May the Lord Jesus Christ give comfort during this time to your family, friends and colleagues.

RANGER JOHN C. MOORE
WISCONSIN STATE RANGER

October 19, 2016

Such a young age to die. God must have a special mission for you, not on earth, but next to Him. May the Lord immerse you in His Divine Mercy, Officer Aaron. My deepest sympathy to your family and colleagues.

Jess Espinosa

October 19, 2016

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Retired

October 19, 2016

My condolences to the family of Police Officer Aaron J. Christian. Losing a loved one is always difficult. Please take comfort in Jesus words found at John 5:28,29 where he said that there would be a resurrection. Just think of the time when you will see your loved ones again, in paradise conditions, here on earth.

Cpl. William Stanback (Retired)
Pennsylvania State Police

October 19, 2016

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF OFFICER CHRISTIAN , AND ALL THOSE WHO MOURN THE LOSS OF OFFICER CHRISTIAN. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
HIS SERVICE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED IN YOUR COMMUNITY AND HIS DEEDS NEVER FORGOTTEN

Ret. Officer David Herbert
Toronto Police Service, Ontario Canada

October 19, 2016

Thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice! Our thoughts, prayers, and hearts go out to your family and friends. May God comfort and strengthen them all!

Darlene Newton
Friend of the Story County Sheriff's Office

October 19, 2016

On behalf of First Watch of Metropolitan Detention Center Los Angeles, first watch we mourn with you and sincerely invoke the uttermost respect to the motorists that attempted to render aid to Aaron.

Lieutenant M. Fitzgerald

October 19, 2016