Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"Somebody killed a policeman today,
And a part of America died.
A piece 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 alone many long 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."

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E.C.Proft Chief Criminal Deputy (Retired)
Island County Sheriff's Office

December 24, 2024

Our hearts goes out to the Horan family and the Greensboro Police Department. Please know that our prayers are certainly with you and for you.

Chaplain Dr. Mark M Dickens
Edgecombe County Sheriff’s Office

December 24, 2024

Rip officer Horan fly high brother we got it from here

Platoon chief 1 Carter Gavey
Hamilton fire department Hamilton Ontario

December 24, 2024

"Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and perpetual light shine upon him."

Bishop Edward Skiba
Stuart, Florida Police Chaplain

December 24, 2024

RIP Officer Horan. Thank you for your service to the Country and the citizens of Greensboro

Lieutenant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police
Boston, Ma. 02120

December 24, 2024

Today we honor and remember Police Officer M. Horan a dedicated and brave individual who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. As we reflect on his life and service. Let's remind ourselves of the profound impact he had on his community, his colleagues and his loved ones. As I am a retired deputy myself, I know that law enforcement officers are protecters, mentors and friends. Just the way he is being talked about, I can see that Officer Horan approached his job with courage, integrity and an undeniable sense of duty. His legacy is one of compassion, understanding and a relentless pursuit of justice. I acknowledge the loss by his family and friends. The void left by his absence will be immeasurable, but please take solace in knowing that his spirit will live on in the hearts of those he's touched and loved. Let us carry the torch lit by Police Officer M. Horan, let us be inspired by his bravery and selflessness. let's commit to always serving others with the same dedication he exemplified. We will not only honor his memory but also ensure that his legacy endures. My heart goes out to the Family, Friends and Colleagues. I will Pray for you all. Your absence is felt across the country, you will always be our HERO.
Thank you for your service

Rest in peace, your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

(Retired) Sgt R. Garcia
Yuma County Sheriff's Office, Yuma Arizona

December 24, 2024

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain


Pittsburgh PD

December 24, 2024

Thank you for your service. Prayers for your Family and Department.

Sergeant Monica Veney
Baltimore Police Department

December 24, 2024

Good speed brother. We have the watch from here.

Sgt. Phillip White
Trident Technical College Public Safety

December 24, 2024

The void that is left by your absence is vast. As we grieve we begin to cover that void with memories of you, your service and your friendship. Your absence will remain but so will our memories of you. Rest In Power brother! We will never forget!

Thank you for choosing us to be your family! It was our honor!

Tony

Captain Tony Tunstall
Greensboro Police

December 24, 2024

Officer Horan, I trust your journey was good one. God Bless you, your family, and your comrades. Rest Easy.

Viola Grant
ETS: US Army MP Corp / Ex Law Enforcement

December 24, 2024

Officer Horan, a police officer should be remembered not by how he died but by how he lived! A brave man has left to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you for your military and 7 years of commitment to law enforcement, your family, and the Greensboro Police Department. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace, Brother!

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

December 24, 2024

Rest easy, brother thank you for your service. May your sacrifice or memory never fade.

Retired #8046 Jerry Matalone
Des Moines Iowa Police Department

December 24, 2024

May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Officer Moran.

Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department

December 24, 2024

There is a special place in Heaven for heroes--you will rest there. God sends us great men in times of great need; you were one of those men. May God bless you and men like you forever and a day.

Patricia Harrison

December 24, 2024

Requiescat in Paces

Sergeant (Retired) Mike O'Connor
Branford CT PD

December 24, 2024

Rest, brother.

Sgt. Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

December 24, 2024

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York

December 24, 2024

Thank you for your service Officer Horan. May God's grace bring peace to your family and fellow officers during this tragic time. Rest in peace brother.

Sgt Wm C Elliott (retired)
Campbell County Sheriff's Office VA

December 24, 2024

Our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Police Officer Michael Horan and the extended law enforcement family of the Greensboro Police Department, North Carolina.



End of Watch Monday, December 23, 2024.



Rest in Peace brother and watch over us. We will protect and serve from here on in your honor.

I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, but tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.

By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer (Retired)
Ohio Attorneys General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

December 24, 2024

Rest in peace. Your service is greatly appreciated and I wish your family the best.

Recruit Andy A
UCLA PD

December 24, 2024

Rest in Peace…

Retired Detective
Syracuse Police Dept,NY

December 24, 2024

Rest in Peace Brother

Deputy Sheriff (Ret) Larry McCorkle
Burke County Sheriff's Office,NC

December 24, 2024

Mike was a great guy and friend. I had the opportunity to serve in the USCG with him for a number of years and he was the guy you wanted on your side. I’m going to miss him.

PO1 Colt Page
US Coast Guard

December 24, 2024

To the Horan, GPD, and USCG families,

We have been praying for all of you since we received this tragic news of Officer Horan’s passing. Last night, we pulled out the empty chair at the head of our dining room table in honor of Michael, before we prayed. This is a difficult time and we are committed to continued intercessory prayer.

To Michael:
As a Fellow Coast Guardsman, may you now experience only fair winds and following seas in Heaven. Peace Be Still.

As a State Trooper and Fellow NC Law Officer, I assure you that we have the watch Sir.

May we all continue to honor you for the life that you lived. You will remain forever in our hearts.

Master Trooper
North Carolina State Highway Patrol

December 24, 2024