Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

" Brave noble one who stood up to injustice and passed away .

No hatred is present or wanted but equanimity

Wishing you a wonderful future life wherever you may be and whoever you may be

Stuart Richardson

October 15, 2007

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
Sergeant
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
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

October 3, 2007

Evelyn,

You are not forgotten, you were a good friend and always had a smile on your face for everyone. Thank you for the time you were with us.

SA Lisa A. Lo Cascio
FBI
Chicago Division

SA Lisa Lo Cascio
FBI

July 2, 2007

May God comfort your family over this tragic loss. How a jury could convict someone of manslaughter, after he had robbed and murderes the officer, is beyond my comprehension. The perp deserved the death penalty, in my opinion. Please take comfort in the fact that God will judge him when he dies. Your mom may be gone, but she is not forgotten. She is truly a hero!

Det. Sgt. Mark Hanna
Fayetteville, AR PD

June 3, 2007

Thinking about you always! Its nice to see that people still think of you as well! Thank you everyone for remembering my mom. I love you! Missy!

Melissa
Daughter

February 26, 2007

Hi Evelyn,
We started together in the academy ~ 20 years ago. You made those 9 long months so much more enjoyable:) I think of you every day on my drive home from work when I pass by the Police Memorial. The world lost a great police officer, fantastic mother and terrific friend.
Love Ya,
Ani

Officer Anivet McDermott

February 23, 2007

She was a great detective and will be sorely missed by the MDPD.My sympothies go out to the family.She lived up to the motto "to protect and to serve Miami-Dade County

Lt.Horatio Caine
Miami-Dade P.D.

January 10, 2007

The Policeman's Last Roll Call....

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 foward
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 haven'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 just
got to steep. And I never passed a cry for help, though times I shook with
fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept many unmanly tears. I know I
don't deserve a place among the people here, they never wanted me around anyways,
except to calm their fear. If you've a place for me 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 judgement 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."

Officer C. Casiano
Miami-Dade Police Dept.

December 19, 2006

Dearest Evelyn,

As a career police officer I look at this website almost every day. It reminds me of my good fortune and also of the unflinching devotion of others.
We never met, but we know each other through the badge. All my love, respect, and prayers to you.

Ptl. Brian Tarbox
Lighthouse Point P.D.

October 30, 2006

G-d Bless.

October 30, 2006

Evelyn
I miss you every day and think about you often. I know you are watching over the family. I always feel you with us. Mom always calls me Evelyn. Its funny she says we are very much alike. I love you so much.

CHRISTINE EDGE
Niece

May 18, 2006

I visit this site, because of my great admiration for the police. They have assisted me many times, and, I am grateful. Evelyn, scripture says; "blessed are the peacemakers." You will always be remembered here, for what you are, and what you stood for. Rest now, with the Savior! I we meet each other when I get to the other side.

PA Paramedic

February 24, 2006

I just wanted to let you know that I miss you so... much and think of you "every" day. I miss your laugh, your smile and your smell. Most of I miss having my mom. I love you and know that you are with me and everyone you love. You are greatly missed!

Missy

Missy

December 5, 2005

Detective Gort, your courage under fire, and your bravery on this day is unequalled and unsurpassed.
You stood for everything that was good and just and your crusade is now in Heaven.
You will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
You are missed and you will not be forgotten.

Retired police officer.

August 17, 2004

Rest in peace.

Ofc. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Dept.

October 28, 2003

Evelyn:


Although I did not know you and was too young at the time of your death, I have to let you know that I very much admire you. I hope to someday be able to follow in your footsteps, and that our name will continue to live in Honor.Thank you for your sacrifice in protecting innocent people, I know you were rewarded in heaven for that. I also know that you will watch over me as I become a police officer some day. Thank you and remember that the law enforcement communtiy loves you and the rest of our heroes.

Anonymous

"Evelina",
It seems like just yesterday we were saying goodbye in your driveway. No, I had no idea those would be that last words we would exchange.
You are always with me when I am in my patrol car, my guardian angel. I just want to say thank you for your friendship and for looking after me all these years. I have heard your voice during several encounters and I firmly believe it was you keeping me safe.
You are my hero and "the wind beneath my wings". Your friend and partner forever, Jennifer

Sgt. Jennifer Treadwell
Orange County Sheriff's Office