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Deputy coker and I talked a lot about him possibly becoming a k-9 handler. we also talked a lot about our families and his love of video games.Deputy coker was a friend of mine and I think about him often. I know you are watching us Brandon and we will never forget you my friend.

Sgt N R Shearin
VANCE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE --FRIEND
2009-11-04

Our heartfelt condolences go out to Deputy Coker's family. May he rest in peace.

Beverly Phillips
Mother, Michael Phillips, VBPD EOW 8-7-08
2009-11-03

My thoughts and prayers continue to go out to the family, friends and co-workers of this brave officer. If ever you need to talk to someone or if you would like to know more about the support that NC Concerns of Police Survivors (NC C.O.P.S.)can offer, please don't hesitate to contact me. They have been a blessing to myself and my boys.
Catherine Callemyn coppercat30@yahoo.com

Catherine Callemyn
Widow of Officer Charles J Callemyn EOW 2-17-07 Durham NC Police Dept
2009-09-01

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Deputy Sheriff Brandon Scott Coker,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Deputy Sheriff Brandon Scott Coker. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Deputy Sheriff Brandon Scott Coker is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

Anonymous

2009-06-24

To Deputy Brandon Scott Coker, to all family members and friends who call him beloved, and to his law enforcement family:

I was sorry to learn of Brandon's death and extend my sincerest condolrences on the grievous loss you have suffered. Words are insufficient to describe the sadness I feel for the Coker family. May you find comfort in your faith and the support of the law enforcement community.

There are many police survivors who share this same journey with you, and that community will be there to support you. Brandon's memory will be forever honored and revered.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Brandon gave to his community and the citizens of North Carolina and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on April 25, 2009.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD, eow 4/24/05

Anonymous

2009-06-22

May you rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer

2009-06-03

God Bless you Sir.

Rick F.
Ret. CO
2009-06-01

Thank you for your loyal service and dedication to our profession. You will be sadly missed by everyone.

Investigator Bowman
Dare County Sheriffs Office
2009-05-29

"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 © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2009-05-23

Deputy Sheriff Coker,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Vance County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

2009-05-14

On behalf of my fellow recruits from the Zone 5 Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy, I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and fellow officers of Deputy Coker. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Recruit Carrie Kane
Zone 5 Academy
2009-05-07

rest in peace brother

provincial constable marty lalonde
ontario provincial police
2009-05-06

May God lay his healing hand upon the family and friends of Deputy Coker and may they know you will never be forgotten. Thank you Deputy Coker for your dedicated service to the people of North Carolina and the United States.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
2009-05-05

God Bless you Brother and may he look after your family and friends during their time of need. Than you for your service.

PO James McPartland Jr
Mount Vernon PD NY
2009-05-05

God Bless and Godspeed.

Lisa
GEORGIA CIVILIAN
2009-05-04

My heart breaks for your family for the road they have started travelling is a difficult one. I pray our Lord will wrap his loving arms around them and carry them through the days ahead for only he can provide healing and peace. Thanks for your service to the people of Vance County & N.C.

Denise
Survivor of Trooper Calvin Taylor NCSHP
2009-05-04

My heart breaks for your family for the road they have started travelling is a difficult one. I pray our Lord will wrap his loving arms around them and carry them through the days ahead for only he can provide healing and peace. Thanks for your service to the people of Vance County & N.C.

Denise
Survivor of Trooper Calvin Taylor NCSHP
2009-05-04

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE
2009-05-04

On behalf of all of the law enforcement officers in the state of Missouri, we extend to your family, friends and co-workers our most sincere sympathies.

Scott Barthelmass, Founder/Team Manager
Missouri Law Enforcement Funeral Assistance Team
2009-05-03

Deputy Coker your watch is ended. May our Heavenly Father watch over your family and friends during this tragic time. May your soul walk carefully and proudly into everlasting life. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in God’s peace my friend, you deserve it.
REV

Chaplain Michael Grinnals
Camillus Police Department
2009-05-03

We will always remember the great times we had together...
We pray for peace in he hearts of all who loved him.
Brandon and I graduated BLET together. We will
never forget all the good times we shared!! Brandon you
were a great friend, someone we could always count on, and
you will be in our hearts forever. God called one of the best home last week and we know we have the best gaurdian angel watching over all of us! We will always miss you Bro
-Love Jeremy & Becky Pearce

Mr. & Mrs. Jeremy Pearce
Hnederson Police Dept.
2009-05-02

Thoughts and prayers from the Raleigh Police Dept to the family, friends and coworkers of Deputy Coker. Rest easy brother, you will never be forgotten.

Sgt Jean Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Traffic Unit
2009-05-02

God Bless Deputy Coker, his family, and fellow deputies. Thank you for your service Sir, you will never be forgotten.

Police Officer
Ohio
2009-05-02

Thankyou for your service, you are a hero for us all to look up too. You will never be forgotten. God bless your family during these tragic times

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA
2009-05-01

On behalf of your brothers and sister of the Salem Auxiliary Police Association, thank for your service to police service

Patrolman Dan Means
Salem Auxiliary Police, Ohio
2009-05-01