Sergeant Victor Butler Jr. Miami Police Department Florida Saturday, February 20, 1971  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

I've been almost 40 years NOT talking about that night. I came to work late, so you were paired with another guy. I clearly remember the terrible call on the radio. We had spent almost two years together, 10 hours a day, four days a week. What happen to you that night turned me into an animal, such that it finally cost me my job. Maybe YOU saved me from myself - I love you partner - God bless...

Radio Patrol (68-72), Lonie Luce
City of Miami Police, Victor's partner
2009-09-05

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
2008-02-12

To the family of Sgt. Butler. I was working at MPD the night your father was killed. I remember seeing him in roll call, before we went out on patrol. I was in the academy and on a riding assignment. I have never forgotten him or that domestic call he and Officer Otis Pitts answered. After I graduated from the academy, I heard a lot of good things about your father, that he was a good man. He will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Dept.
2007-12-27

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
2007-10-03

You were remembered again today as your name and story came up during dinner. I did not know you but now I know of you and you continue to be remembered. May you rest in peace.

Thank You and God Bless You.

Jorge Interian

Friend of daughter of Sergeant Butler
2007-02-24

Dad,
I continued to carry on the family legacy in being sucessful. Your saying was "What ever you do,be the best at it. I retired from the Army as a First Sergeant of 22 year. I was in law enforcement for 5 year. I want back to shool and received my Masters in Information Technology.I now, work for General Dynamics. I'm a Battle Command Simluation Analyst for the U.S. Army. I will alway love you dad.

Victor Butler III
Son
2006-10-09

Rest in peace.

Offc. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department
2006-06-20

Granddaddy,
Even though you returned to your Heavenly Father before my arrival on this Earth. I am honored that you did not leave here in vain. You have a family that loves and misses you deeply. My daddy is a reflection of your courage and strength and I am proud of the contribution you both have made to your community and to the world.

Love,
Jennifer

Jennifer Butler
Granddaughter
2006-05-24

GOD BE WITH YOU BROTHER.

J.CISNEROS
LOS ANGELES SCHOOL POLICE
2005-06-02

Victor, as you now know, Jesus Loves You, so do we!!
John: 3:16

Ret Officer RB Wade
Richmond, Va Police
2004-09-22

Officer Butler,

I am honored to be the first to leave you a reflection. Let no fallen hero be without one. I honor you, your memory, your name and mostly for the ultimate sacrifice you made protecting all of us. With brotherly love and respect, Jim Crotty (former Richmond, VA Police Officer.)

Jim Crotty, Special Agent (Ret.)
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms
2004-07-16