Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Chuck , you represented your country as well as your family with both class and dignity each and every day . You would be extremely proud of the way your three sons turned out . You were always a class act and a good friend . Thank you for your service and you are truly missed all these years later .

Rich Farina

March 23, 2022

Agent Reed,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

March 22, 2021

On this actual anniversary of your death I reiterate a reflection I left for you several months ago and say thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice is one that will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

March 22, 2021

Thank you for your dedication in serving our nation by battling illegal drug crimes. As I said before, Special Agent Charles Reed will never be forgotten.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"

February 3, 2021

Thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice is one that will never, ever be forgotten by your LE brethren. Rest in peace always.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

July 17, 2020

My grandfather who I’ve never met, I’ve heard stories of how great a man you were and how truly wonderful a person you were. Dad and Grandma talk about you sometimes and I just wish I had the privilege of talking to you and meeting you. I hope you’re doing well, rest easy Grandpa.

Luke Reed
Grandson

October 23, 2019

Special Agent Charles I. "Chuck" Reed will never ever be forgotten. He's a hero who gave his life in an effort to combat dangerous drugs in our society. May his soul rest in Heaven, and may God bless his entire family, especially his son who's also a Special Agent.

First Sergeant Thomas Webb (Retired)
New York State Police

March 24, 2018

SA Reed was highly regarded by his peers. I was an agent in the FBI Philadelphia Division and a co-worker. I was one of the 1st agents to respond to the shooting and helped carry SA Reed to the Philly PD squad car that transported him to the hospital.

Much later, I had the opportunity to speak with Josh about the incident who followed in his father's footsteps and became an agent.

SA Reed's loss still affects me. That day is forever etched in my memory.

Randez Hadden, Special Agent (retired)
FBI

January 29, 2018

Always have the Reed family in our thoughts.

The Farina's

Chris Farina

March 22, 2017

Thinking of you and your family on this day. Never forgotten. Thank you for your service to the FBI and this country. God bless

Special Agent-in-Charge Diane Upchurch
FBI - Little Rock

March 22, 2017

I miss seeing Susan on election day. My father died 3-22-98 and his mother was from Vermont so I often sit at the memorial in Lower Salford.

Ellen Newton
Neighbor

May 1, 2016

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

March 22, 2012

My memories of Chuck from our time together at the FBI Academy remain strong... he was a study in determination and became an outstanding Special Agent. He is still in our thoughts.

SA (Retired) Eric M Dohogne
FBI

January 31, 2012

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

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

March 22, 2010

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are bold as a lion.
Proverbs 28:1

You are not forgotten, especially on this the anniversery of your death.

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9-20-08

K.L.

March 22, 2009

Thankyou for your service and sacrifice, you are a true hero for us all to look up too. Your plaque is in place on the hollow ground for all to see and say a prayer for you and your family. You will never be forgotten

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA

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

A POLICEMAN'S PRAYER
BROTHER WHEN YOU WEEP FOR ME REMEMBER THAT IT WAS MEANT TO BE.
LAY ME DOWN AND WHEN YOU LEAVE REMEMBER I'LL BE AT YOUR SIDE...IN EVERY DARK AND DREARY ALLEY I'LL BE THERE AS YOU SLOWLY TREAD, ON EVERY STREET CORNER IN THE DRIVING SNOW I'LL HOLD YOUR COAT AND YOU WILL KNOW.
IN PLACES WHERE THE DEVIL IS AFRAID TO WALK...
AT DOORS WHERE YOU MEET RESISTANCE...
IN HOUSES WHERE CHILDREN HIDE...
YOU KNOW I'LL BE AT YOUR SIDE.
THE PLACE FROM WHICH I NOW RESPOND IS OVERSTAFFED WITH HEROES GONE...MEN WHO ANSWERED ONE LAST JOB AND DID IT WELL.
AS POLICEMEN WE UNDERSTAND THAT THIS IS A CARD DEALT IN OUR HAND...A CARD WE HOPE WE NEVER PLAY BUT WE HOLD IT THERE ANYWAY.
THE CARD IS SOMETHING WE IGNORE AS WE STAND ON THAT THIN BLUE LINE EVERY TOUR...FOR WE KNOW THAT WE ARE THE ONLY PRAYER FOR MANY OUT THERE.
SO REMEMBER, AS YOU WIPE YOUR TEARS, THE JOY I HAVE KNOWN THROUGHOUT THE YEARS...AS THE JOB I LOVED TO DO I PRAY THAT THIS THOUGHT WILL SEE YOU THROUGH.

-AUTHOR UNKNOWN


A memorial plaque was dedicated today outside the hotel where S/A Reed gave his life. We will never forget.

Corporal John Halligan
Philadelphia Police Department

March 12, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE AND DEDICATION

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 22, 2008

Agent Reed, you have not been forgotten.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO

August 1, 2007

R.I.P. Special Agent Reed, you will never be forgotten.

Deputy M. Reed
EPSO (Colorado)

May 29, 2007

Rest is Peace Bro...We'll take it from here...

Patrol/SRO/GC - #3775
Sister - MI

March 22, 2007

Know that today and everyday you will be remembered for your sacrifice. Rest in peace.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police

March 22, 2007

To Special Agent Charles Reed and his loved ones:

On this the tenth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.

My heart goes out to your family. You’re in our thoughts and our prayers.
Reading the loving reflections about your beloved Charles gives us some understanding of what a kind and honorable family man he was.

Charles, you rescued us, saved our possessions, our lives and our families. You are one of the rare heroes among us. You were always there for us in the most traumatic moments of our lives. No matter when we called, we just expected that you would come and do whatever it took to help us, and you always met our expectations. Your selflessness and dedication are awe-inspiring.

This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Special Agent Reed. I am humbled by your valor, courage, dedication.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Charles gave to his community and the citizens of our country, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 22, 1996.

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

March 22, 2006

Rest in peace Brother Charles, you are a true hero and will not be fogotten.

Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham
Sand Springs Police Dept. Okla

October 30, 2003