Officer Jeffrey H. Ross Tucson Police Department Arizona Thursday, February 18, 1982  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

Officer Ross,
On today, the 27th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Tucson. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

2009-02-18

Rest in Peace, Officer Ross. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

2008-05-19

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR DEDICATION AND YOUR SERVICE, YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE. GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL THOSE THAT LOVE YOU.

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
2008-02-11

"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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-08-01

Remembering a great guy and great fun at the drag races. We were so young and you were so much fun. I'm sure the lucky angels who are hangin with you now are havin a blast! I'll always remember how special you made me feel.

B

2007-06-18

God Speed, Brother.

P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ
2007-03-25

Jeff:

I was there as the paramedics tried in vain to keep you with us that night at the Ranch House Bar. And later, as your compadres gathered for the investigation at PCSO there was not a dry eye in the crowd after we learned that you didn't pull through. Isn't is strange how cops think it is not manly to cry? We all did that night.

You are missed my friend, more than you will ever know. But we feel solice in the knowledge that you are in a better place. Thanks for the memories.

Anonymous
Tucson PD
2007-02-25

You were and are missed my friend. I saw those close to you grieve for a long time. I have never forgotten that night either and I'm sorry for the pain those who knew and loved you went through.

anonymous
anonymous
2006-05-23

Jeff,
It has been many years since you left this earth. I still think of you often and remember what we had together. You will always remain in my heart and on my mind.

Diane Greenwood DeLaTorre

2006-03-28

My Friend,
You and I graduated from the same academy class back in 1978. It has been many years since I stood at your graveside, listened to taps and saluted you one last time.
You are not forgotten!

Anonymous

2005-12-18

I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

2005-04-12

05/21/04

Each day I try to read the ODMP. Today I read your story. Any officer who dies in the line of duty will always be remembered for his sacrifice. You died a hero. Rest in peace Officer Ross.

Captain Robert W Cannon, Ret.
Vermilion Co, Il. Sheriff's Dept.
2004-05-21

You must have been special to many people. So many have talked about you. God bless. You are a very special angel.

I did not know you but you were a special person. God bless for what you did and who you gave your life to prot4ect.

Anonymous