Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To Dorian Rorex I remember when you were moonlighting doing security, atThe Velt. I could remeber when you use to give me a hard time because I use to hang ou with the wrong crowd. I can also remeber when I use to say forget the police. But what I can't remember was to tell you how sorry I was for not listening to you, or to say thank you for helping me chose a wonderful career. In March 2003, I was sworn in as an Auxiliary Officer for the City of Gary. But I didn't just seetle for that so I continued to work hard. In October 2003, I was sworn in for the Town of New Chicago Police department, the first black officer in the history of their town. I just wanted to let you know that I've made the ultimate sacrifice, in don't a day go by that I don't think about you. I tell new guys about myself in the obstacles, I had overcame in life. I just want to say thank you, and I will always miss you. I will make sure I stay squared away. Thanks again for staying on case, when I didn't want to go to class. You helped me realize that a man "who stands for nothing will fall for anything."

Wayne James Patrolman
New Chicago PD

March 10, 2006

I hope Detective Rorex's family and loved ones will always remember that your loved one IS a true hero. He gave his life so that others would have the chance to have a better one. He will never be forgotten.


OHIO

October 3, 2005

On January 15,1998 The City of Gary lost a valued member of it's crime fighting team. I lived in gary for nine years, I meet Dorian twice in that time and he always displayed himself in a professional manner. I just wanted to take a moment to say, Thank you for inspiring myself and others to take on the challenge to fight for those who can't fight for themself's.


SGT. Byron Vaughan

Detective Sergeant Byron Vaughan
Leland Police Dept, Leland, MS.

October 3, 2005

ONE MOMENT

In the whisper of the wind,
I felt God embrace me.
As the voice of a loved one,
I heard God speak to me
Looking in a mirror
I saw God smile at me.
One moment and I knew
That God and I were one.

February 26, 2005

At the beginning of every shift I supervise, myself and the other officers on shift dedicate the day to the memory of a fallen officer.

Tonight, January 15, 2005 we dedicated the shift to the memory of Detective Dorian David Rorex who died in the line of duty on this date seven years ago.

When one law enforcement officer falls, we all stumble for a while, but we will carry on.

Det. Rorex's sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Paul Bissonnette
Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Surrey, BC

January 15, 2005

Thank you for your service Det. Rorex. You have not been forgotten. I am sure your children know that you were and still are a hero. Rest in peace.

Police Officer
Maryland

January 15, 2005

05/25/04

In reading the reflectios by his fellow officers, it is apparent that Det. Rorex was a great officer, friend and hero. His death was not in vain. Rest in peace sir. America thanks you for your dedication ands sacrifice.

Captain Robert W Cannon, Ret.
Vermilion Co, Il. Sheriff's Dept.

May 25, 2004

I am grateful for the sacrifice that Detective Rorex made six years ago. The war on drugs will never be over, because we will always have heroes like him that won't give up on it. We can never give up on DARE programs and being hard on criminals, as it would dishonor those who have paid the ultimate price for deciding to do something about it.

Since I never tried drugs, the drug war never failed me and I hope to serve proudly as a police officer in honor of our fallen officers. Rest in peace, Detective Rorex, you earned it for all that you gave us here on Earth.

Pat
Baltimore, MD

January 27, 2004

It's been almost two years since we lost "Our Hero." On Wednesday December 15, 1999, Dorian's killer, Larry Dixon pleaded guility to murder. Because Dixon pleaded guility to murder, Dorian's killer will only receive 50 years in prison, compaired to the death penalty that was being sought. When you add in Dixon's possibilty of "Good Time," he may only be in prison for 25 years. I don't believe that this is fair. To take away a hero sent by God, 25 years just isn't enough.

Dorian, there is not one day that goes by that you are not thought about. There are so many things that I miss about you. If I had one wish, one wish that I knew that could come true. I'd wish for God to bring you back and to be able to laugh with you.

If I could tell the world about you, I would. Instead I tell my students about this man that I call a hero. About a wonderful man that was dedicated to his job and to his family. I know these words can't bring you back, but at least I'm educating our future and making sure that they will never forget about "Our Hero, Dorian David Rorex." Like you always said Dorian, "The policeman is a peace time soilder always at war."

Dorian, we will continue to fight that war just for you. I look forward to seeing you in heaven. Until then brother, you will continue to live in our hearts.

I Love you and miss you, dearly.

Anonymous

Dorian a good man, a good friend, a good police officer, and my shield man, brother every time we hit a house ,and go through the door, I think about you, and picture you being right in front of me, nuts to but. and each of us knowing that the other has his back. so i like to think that your still here with me , and I'm still covering your back, I know that's not possible now, but one day we will be a team again in heaven. love you and may Allah bless you and look over you.

Cpl. Anthony Q. Stanley Sr.
Gary Police Department, IN

I only knew Dorian for a short time, but working each day with the officers who knew him and cared for him, the thought of him and his family's loss, passes through my mind quite often, even more so with the holidays.

For the family... though it has been almost a year since Dorian left his life here on earth, may you find happiness through his two beautiful children and comfort in the time you all had Dorian in your lives.

To the officers who worked with Dorian... may you all remain safe and continue to carry the memories of Dorian fresh in your mind and close to your heart. You are all a tribute to him.

G.R.I.T. Task Force

I was fortunate enough to have met and known Dorian Rorex. We met at last year's Indiana state Fraternal Order of Police convention. I firmly believe that I have never met a more friendly and fair person. (A group of about 10 of us had a blast one night doing karaoke.) Though Dorian was on the job for only three years, he showed a knowledge far beyond his years. He seemed to have lived life to the fullest both on and off the job. At his funeral I learned some of the things that he did on his off time to better the neighborhoods in which he worked and lived. He truly gave back to the community more than he ever took out of it. We listened to his partner, Todd Cliborne read a poem at the funeral. For what it said about Dorian and how Todd read it, they both received a standing ovation from 2000 police officers from around the country. Over 400 police cars traveled in the procession to the cemetery. It was as much a show of support for Dorian and his family as it was for each of us in attendance.

"The Final Inspection"

By David Hunter

The patrolman stood and faced his God which must always come to pass.

He hoped his boots were shining as brightly as his badge.

"Step forward now, patrolman. How shall I deal with you?

Have you always turned the other cheek, to my church have you been true?"

The patrolman squared his shoulders and said, "No sir, I guess I ain't,

because them who carry badges don't always act like saints. I had to work

most Sundays and my language I know was rough and sometimes, Sir, I've been

violent because the streets are awful tough. But I never took a single dime

that was not mine to keep. Though I worked a bunch of extra jobs when the

bills just got too steep. And I never passed a cry for help, though sometimes

I shook with fear, and sometimes, Sir, forgive me, I've wept unmanly tears. I

know I don't deserve a place among the gentle people that I served. They

never wanted me around but when they were scared or hurt. If you had a place

for me, it don't have to be real grand. I never expected or had too much, but

if you don't, I'll understand."


There was silence then, at the throne where the saints had often trod, as the

patrolman waited patiently for the judgement of his God.

"Step forward now, patrolman, you've carried your burdens well. Come walk a

beat on Heaven's streets--you've done your time in hell."

Officer Donna C. Hillier
Purdue University Police Department, IN

Dorian was my partner and close friend, he was truly one of the finest men I have ever known. He loved being a police officer and serving his community. His senseless death haunts me every waking hour. I miss him very much. Approximately 2000 police officers from as far away as Philidelphia attended the funeral of our fallen hero. For this, the officers of the Gary PD would like to say thank you to all for your thoughts and kind words. May he never be forgotten.

Officer Todd Cliborne
Gary Police Department, IN

Dorian was not only an outstanding officer, but he was an outstanding person as well. He would do anything he could to help, if you asked. Talking with Dorian was always an up lifting experience, he would always leave you laughing or at least feeling good. Dorian was and always will be a role model for all of us. The way he lived and what he died for. I feel very privileged to have known him, and to have worked with him.Though both were very short in time. I would like to say that we all miss you, but you will never be forgotten. Farewell brother.

Officer Henry Waddell
Gary Police Department, IN

Words can not describe what Dorian meant to me. I always called Dorian "My Human Angel." Now, He is "My Guardian Angel." Dorian was an outstanding person and an outstanding officer.

I met Dorian after he had completed his FTO time. He was fresh and new on the midnight shift, where the "Midnight Stalkers," were breaking him in. Dorian was always looking good, with his uniform in tip top shape. He was not the kind of person that would go to work with his uniform shirt not pressed, or his shoes looking as shinny as a new penny. I guess that was the military coming out of him.

I was a very lucky person to have such a wonderful person in life. I just wish I would have known him longer. He inspired me in ways that know one ever has, or ever will.

Dorian will always hold a very special place in my heart. I worked with Dorian and Officer Cliboren on the midnight shift for about one year. That year, those two men taught me things that I never thought I would learn. They taught me what it was like to be a true, informational, and complete officer. To see Dorian work was like watching a poor man hit the lottery. Dorian loved his job and the people
around him. You could see those qualities while he was on or off the job. When I left the Gary PD, I never thought I would see Dorian work again. I'm glad to say, I was wrong. Shortly after leaving GPD, I ran into Dorian again. I was working for the FBI sponsered GRIT Task-Force, and Dorian went to the FBI Gang Task Force. It was here that I was able to see Dorian working his heart out again. While at
the GRIT Task Force, I got to see Dorian deputized as a US Marshal, complete operations with the FBI and with the GPD SWAT Team. It seemed to me that Dorian was never home, because he was always working hard to make Gary a better place to raise his son David.

A group of Dorian's friends and I got together a couple of days ago, and we talked about "Doe." We laughed about memories and cried a few tears. One of the things that was said was, "If Dorian was here right now, what would he say?" We all looked at each other and at the same time we said, "This is some bullshit."

Be with God Dorian, for you are truly missed and will NEVER be forgotten.

Crystal M. Macciarella
Porter Police Department, IN

It has been really hard for me to put my reflections of Dorian into words. It has been hard for me to except the fact that he is gone. However, I don't want Dorian to be forgotten, so I'll give the world a few of my memories of my friend...Dorian D. Rorex.

Dorian and I met in 1993 when we both got accepted as Auxiliary Police for the Gary Police. We both had the goal of becomming full time officers one day, but we both knew this was the best way to get our "feet wet" for Gary PD. We went though training together, and in Jan of '94, we were on the road. We both got hired in Jun of '94 as full time officers, and attended the police academy together. (Even car pooling together for a few weeks). As luck would have it, after the academy Dorian trained on afternoons, and I trained on Mids. However, as soon as our traning was over, Dorian (and Todd Cliborne, Dorians 1st and closest partner ) was on Midnights along with me. We all worked Mids, until Dorian was chosen to be a Detective in our Gang Task Force, and then on to the Federal Gang Task Force. I was so proud of him. Even though we teased him about forgetting the small people and being a "FED", he never forgot where he came from. He stayed in touch with the Midnight crew.

Dorian and I joined our F.O.P. Lodge #61 together in '94 as soon as we could. Joking at one of our 1st meetings, he told me "we will run this lodge one day". On Jan 7, 1998, he was sworn in as the recording secretary, and I as the vice-pres. We were on our way...On Jan 15, 1998 Dorian was taken away from us. Doing the job that he loved, and working in the city that he loved.

Dorian was like a younger brother to me, and the rest of my family. Right now...I hope God has him as secretary of the Eternal F.O.P. Lodge, because he never got a chance here on earth. I know Dorian is with me everyday that I have to deal with the criminals of Gary, IN. He will not be forgotten, and will always be loved.

Detective Latonia Shields-King
Gary Police Department, IN

The streets of Gary are still a battle field. We have lost a great hero in this war against crime. Dorian gave his life to give the citizens of Gary a safer place to live. He will never be forgotten, we know you got our back Dorian. We love and miss you dearly brother, Detective Javier Garza GPD/GRIT

Det. Javier Garza
Gary Indiana police