United States Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Government
End of Watch Saturday, October 5, 1985
Reflections for Special Agent Robin L. Ahrens
RIP madam.
First Sergeant Thomas Webb, Retired.
New York State Police - Troop D
March 24, 2023
On this actual anniversary of your untimely passing I would like to reiterate my previous reflection and say that you are always remembered. Rest in peace always.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
October 5, 2020
Thank you for your service and please know that you will always be remembered by your fellow LE. Rest in peace always.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
July 16, 2020
FBI Agent Ahrens, gone for so long.. I would have enjoyed meeting you and maybe working with you back in the day, when my health was better. I thank you for your service and will remember your sacrifice.
V.K.Mary, 911 Communications Officer, Harris County Sheriffs Office, Houston, in the Great State of Texas
December 9, 2019
Rest In Peace Sister LEO. Thank you and your family for your sacrifice and service.
Officer Mike Robinson (Ret.)
Upland Police Dept. CA
October 5, 2018
Robin - I had been in the Bureau for only 3 years when you left us. I have thought of you many times and I know you are in heaven. My prayers always sent for you and the other SAs involved in this tragic accident. May God continue to bless you, your family and friends. We never forget you.
Teresa G. Melendez
Retired FBI 1999
December 23, 2015
To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 28th anniversary year of your death. I am privileged to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.
I pray for the solace of all those that call you beloved.
Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05
September 18, 2013
"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9
Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service
October 5, 2012
Ms Ruiz--
Robin's brother, James Ahrens, is in Spokane Washington and has a Facebook page under that name and location. Hope this helps you. Robin was a friend and classmate of mine--I have many fond memories of her from my childhood.
Old Friend
June 30, 2012
It is the 40th anniversary of women Special Agents in the FBI. We would like to honor Robin and other G-Women who have passed at the Former Agent's Convention in San Diego in September 2012. If you know how I may get in touch with Robin's family, please contact me.
Former SA Jacqueline Ruiz
FBI Retired
May 14, 2012
SA Ahrens, I am at the WIFLE conference. Your sisters in law enforcement continue to honor you. God Bless your family and friends.
SSA Ellen Pierson
US ICE/PUT
June 22, 2010
Hoover said that women couldn't do it. Today we know better. Women are fighting crime and breaking glass ceilings, but at a terrible cost. On May 14, 2008, Deborah Pierce (Retired FBI Deputy Assistant Director, Criminal Division, Washington, D.C.; Special Agent in Charge, Minneapolis) will be speaking at the College of Saint Catherine in Saint Paul, MN. Let us hope that she remembers to mention the important memory of Special Agent Ahrens. If she doesn't, then maybe Hoover was right after all.
Acquaintance
A Civilian
April 18, 2008
"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 © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission
Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
March 20, 2008
Robin, Your strength and encouragement, to all of us in your original class, will never be forgotten. The holidays never pass without someone from the class mentioning your name and the friendship you gave us all. Your passing was tragic, but we all learned from your presence among us. You will not be forgotten.
Special Agent J.M. Bryant
FBI/ Academy Classmate
December 14, 2007
SA Ahrens, you have made us all better FBI Agents. May your soul rest in peace.
Retired Fed
FBI
August 28, 2007
What a sad situation - for both Special Agent Ahrens and the officer(s) that were in the position to defend themselves.
Rest in peace Agent Ahrens.
Michelle - wife of Retired LEO
February 8, 2007
What a tragic situation for all officers involved. May you rest in peace Blue Angel! You will never be forgotten.
Police Officer
December 13, 2006
You'll Never Walk Alone
When you walk through a storm
Hold your head up high
And don't be afraid of the dark.
At the end of the storm is a golden sky
And the sweet silver song of a lark.
Walk on through the wind,
Walk on through the rain,
Tho' your dreams be tossed and blown.
Walk on, walk on with hope in your heart and you'll never walk alone,
You'll never walk alone.
March 9, 2005
To those I Love and Those Who Love Me
When I am gone, release me, Let me go
I have so many things to see and do.
You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears,
Be happy that we had so many years.
I gave you my love, you can only guess
How much you gave to me in happiness.
I thank you for the love you each have shown,
But now it's time I traveled alone.
So grieve a while for if grieve you must
Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It's only for a while that we must part
So bless the memories within your heart,
I won't be far away, for life goes on
So if you need me, call and I will come
Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near
And if you listen with your heart, you'll
Hear all of my love around you soft and clear
And when you must come this way alone,
I'll greet you with a smile and say,
"Welcome Home"
January 8, 2005
Special Agent Ahrens, you truely are a hero . . . not for the way you died, but for walking the path of the warrior. I honor you, Jim Crotty (Former Richmond, VA Police Officer.)
Jim Crotty, Special Agent (Ret.)
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms
November 6, 2004
On the anniversary of your death, I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.
God bless. Rest in peace.
A grateful citizen.
October 5, 2004
06/12/04
Such a tragedy for all officers involved. You still died a hero and will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Agent Ahrens.
Captain Robert W Cannon, Ret.
Vermilion Co, Il. Sheriff's Dept.
June 12, 2004
Such a tragic accident can never diminish the fact that on this day you were on a crusade against evil and your bravery nor you will ever be forgotten.
Anonymous
May 7, 2004
Rest easy Sister...you will never be forgotten
CPD
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