Detroit Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Monday, July 31, 1972
Reflections for Police Officer Gilbert T. Stocker
I have always loved Uncle Tom because there were times he could be the biggest kid in the room and also be the most serious person you could talk to. The night before Uncle Tom died they were at our house with Tom throwing quarters in the pool for us kids and Mom and Aunt Dora having a great time. Tom had a case of Coors from their last trip to California that he wanted Dad to try. He loved his family and friends like you wouldn't believe. Aunt Dora, Tom, Annemarie and Jim you are in my Prayers right now.
Robert Peck
Tom's nephew, Robert Peck
July 31, 2024
52 years today. Still miss you!
Liz Stocker
sister
July 31, 2024
Gil after 52 years I still think of you often on this anniversary of your passing I will take some time out and remember the good times you are missed. Rest in peace brother.
Arthur Rivers
DPD Retired
July 31, 2024
Only learning about you, Tom, from the love expressed by your family, friends, and many others who knew you or worked by your side. RIP, Tom Stocker. Pam Ortner, friend of your sister, Kathy Stocker.
Pamela Ortner
Friend of your sisters
August 1, 2023
Love you Dad
Annmarie Joseph
Daughter
July 31, 2023
Your family, friends and neighbors in your North End Detroit area will never forget you.
Martin J. Habalewsky
Friend of your sister Kathleen Stocker
July 31, 2023
Officer Stocker,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USMC as a member the 1st Marine Division. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Fi Devil Dog!
A fellow LEO;former Marine
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
July 31, 2022
Fifty years Tom. Fifty years. You are still loved and missed.
Liz Stocker
Sister
July 31, 2022
Dad it's been 50 years and I still remember the day that is happened. Miss you always.
AnnMarie Stocker Joseph
Daughter
July 31, 2022
Gil it’s been 50 years hard to believe l remember that day like it was yesterday clear as a bell. One of the saddest days of my life. Rest In Peace brother. When we meet again I’ll make sure I’ve got some of those stinky cigars you like.
P O Arthur Rivers
Detroit Police
July 30, 2022
Rest in peace Officer Stocker.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
July 7, 2022
49 years today Tom. Still missed.
Elizabeth Stocker
Sister
July 31, 2021
Oh my I thought this posted on your anniversary Dad ♥️but just wanted to let you know that we love you and I'm spending the weekend with some of your Great grandbabies
AnnMarie Stocker Joseph
Daughter
August 2, 2020
Miss you Dad I'm spending the weekend with some of your Great Grandbabies ❤️. Miss you all the time .
AnnMarie Stocker Joseph.
Daughter
July 31, 2020
Forty-eight years.
Forever young, forever loved.
Kathleen Stocker
Sister
July 31, 2020
48 years ago today Tom. I've often wondered how you would have responded to events over the years. I remember babysitting while you and Dora went out. Would go into the bathroom to sneak a cigarette. Hahaha, you came downstairs the next day to tell me if I was going to smoke in the bathroom to be sure to eliminate the "evidence". I'd left ashes in the sink. You never ratted me out. What a guy!
Miss you every day.
Elizabeth Stocker
Sister
July 31, 2020
Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will always be remembered by your law enforcement brethren.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
July 31, 2020
Love and missed Dad ❤️
AnnMarie Joseph
Daughter
July 31, 2019
I will never forget Gilbert Stocker. As a member of RDPFFA, he was recalled fondly at our recent picnic. Rest in Peace Brother.
Patrick Opipari, Sergrant
Detroit Police Dept. and RDPFFA
June 13, 2019
46 years and you are still missed and loved!
Elizabeth Stocker
Sister
July 31, 2018
I knew Gil From St. Rita High School. His passing left a huge loss in this world. Men of his caliber were and are rare, ask any of the officers that worked with him. Rest in Peace Brother.
Sergeant Patrick Opipari, Retired
Detroit Police Department
August 7, 2017
Damn shame that the shooter got out after 9 years! Just purely wrong. This fine officer's life was worth more than 9 years. May he never be forgotten and I hope his wife and kids went on to find peace and future happiness after their horrible loss. You will never be forgotten hero.
Retired Investigator Nancy Gauchey
Detroit Police Department
July 31, 2017
I remember this incident. I was about 11 when this happened and I lived in Detroit. Rest In Peace Brother.
TSgt Retired Ken Lemanski
USAF Security Forces
July 31, 2017
45 years and like yesterday.
With love.
Kathleen Stocker
Sister
July 31, 2017
45 years. Still miss you more than you know.
ELIZABETH STOCKER
July 31, 2017
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