Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rob,

I think about you almost daily. I won't forget you or the times working with you.

Rest in Peace

Jeff

June 6, 2014

My Dear & Only Son: It will be 100 years ago on May 12th, that your Grandfather who you admired so much was shot in killed in the line of duty, it seems like yesterday when your life was destroyed the same way as Grandpa. Its sixteen years later since the tragic night that shattered so many lives. You have live a short time in life but have touch so many. I miss you so much & very proud of the way you did live life.

Patricia McLaughlin
Mother of Rob

April 11, 2014

My dear friend booby, i often think of our work together at the
sheriffs dept. a truly great person,i will always remember the great
times, hard workouts, introducing me to your sister & the wonderful
convesations with your mother.you and your family will always be in
heart.the world is a lesser place without you.sorry i never met your children & not sure your wife would even remember me

andy
friend

March 5, 2014

Dear Wonderful People, thank you for such genuine thoughts that you have posted in Rob's memory. It has helped in knowing that people like you with such tender hears understand. On Dec. 27th which was his b/d I did everything that day that he love to do in memory of him I called it "Robs Day." Thank you friends for seeing us thru this night-mare, Prayers & Friends have help guide us. Thank you, Robs Mom

Mother
Mother

December 29, 2013

My Dear Son: It seems like yesterday when Cory Majors took your life away, in so doing he destroyed my life & left me with a broken heart, the doctors claim its a heart attack but it was Cory that broke my heart. I feel you around us & watching over Cathy, & your wonderful children besides your sisters, I shall have peace once again when we meet in the Garden Of Eternal Life. Love You Forever & A Day Mom

Mom
Mom to Robby #545

September 24, 2013

I think of you every day, but today (July 1) very much so. I still cry inside but let not many see me cry on the outside. We all miss you very much and wish we could share our lives and memories with you.
Tonight I will look at the sky and pick out stars you taught me about. I still look at that sky every week and gaze up and think of you. Tonight will be more bitter looking at the stars.
I love you more than the sun, moon and stars, my little brother.

Mary Forbes
sister

July 1, 2013

IN HONORE CASORUM
Gone, but not forgotten.

Sgt. T. J. Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department, Ohio

July 1, 2013

My Dear Son: Every day that passes by does not heal the broken heart of a mother. I miss you, the strength, humor & such a great person that you were & will always be in my mind & heart & soul. We will hold on to all the great times & memories. Until we see each other soon. Love you more than the sun, moon & stars in the sky. Mom

Patricia McLaughlin
Mother

July 1, 2013

My Dear Son: 15 years ago you were taken away from us, it has never been the same since. You were the great son every mom wishes she would have. My heart broke & will never be the same & the time will soon come when we will be together once again. Love & Miss You Every Second Of The Day.

Patricia McLaughlin
Mother

July 1, 2013

My Dearest,
Another year and another Christmas without you. As your birthday approaches, I think of you even more. They say that the hurt goes away. It does not-you just cope.
I look for you at least weekly in the night sky. Looking for that shooting star or a planet. You used to point them all out to me.
I miss your smile; you hugging me and you telling me you love me. I will always keep you in my heart locked away with my memories of you.
I love you more than the stars, the moon and the sun little brother.
Mare

Mary Clark Forbes
Biggest Sister

December 21, 2012

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 14th anniversary year of your death. 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

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

December 20, 2012

Sir,
My name is Trent Hagans and I have recently begun to date your daughter Alaina. First off, she is an amazing woman and she has you and her wonderful mother to thank for that. I want you to know that I will do my best to take care of her and protect her alongside you as her guardian angel. I thank you for the ultimate sacrifice. And I thank you for creating such a beautiful family who I hope to grow with and love. Thank you sir.

- Trent Hagans

Trent Hagans

December 14, 2012

Thank you for your service and sacrifice sir.

None
citizen

October 29, 2012

We will never forget

PO Jonathan Bradlin
NYPD

October 1, 2012

IN HONORE CASORUM
Gone, but not forgotten.

Sgt. T. J. Jones
Greater Cleveland Transit Police Department

July 1, 2012

My name is Robert David Clark, and I work for the Des Moines Police Department in Des Moines, Iowa and have since 1994. For years I have often thought about Officer Clark a.k.a. "Robo-Cop" and how his career and mine have mirrored each other in so many ways. I have read old newspaper articles about your death Rob but I had never read all the reflections of those who love you, until tonight.
I read the reflection by Emad Baddour. After reading those thoughts Rob I know you were a great cop, you made so many differences in others lives and the fruits of your labor live on today.
Rest in peace brother.

Robert D. Clark
Des Moines Police Department

March 24, 2012

Dearest,
I went to a memorail dinner this year that was started originally for you and is to help Police and Fire Fighters and their families. It is for the kids that want to go to college. This was started by Andy Rizzio of the CPD in your honor but grew to police that are alive and firefighters and grew to help a lot of people. I participated in this dinner by giving things to be auctioend and I flew in for it. Your kids came as did Kathy and Mom. All the police were so kind and we were with your old buddies-which is always great.
I explained to your kids that you would have preferred to stay with them in life, but unfortunately that was not to be-but if you can help at least 1 person or thing in need in life-is that not what you have taught us. I told them that the police in reality are their family and always will be. I told them this is their legacy that they need to think about and to move forward in whatever they pick as jobs in mind of what you taught us all.
I am always in awe of the CPD and what they helped build to honor you-but to make sure that help others continued and the legacy of goodness would go on. My respect and love for the CPD will never wane.
I miss you lots but know that some day when we are on a cloud floating around, I will have so much to tell you about people helping out when it was needed and making sure that your helping hand is still extended for those in need.
I love you more than the sun, moon and stars my little brother. Youa re still locked in my heart.
Mare

Mary Clark Forbes

July 12, 2010

Always remembered and honored 4 his service & his ultimate sacrifice. A note to his family, especially sister Mary. After reading some of your reflections on how your brother's death has affected you, I felt strongly impressed to share something with you ~I was raised in the same faith you were. My dad (a 48-yr. vet. of CPD) died suddenly when I was just 20. He was my hero, the only "man in my life", my very best friend. When he died, so much of me went with him that I no longer wanted to live. I wanted to take my own life, but was afraid that, if I did, I wouldn't go where he was. The next several years were a nightmare 4 me...until I met someone who taught me how to secure my own place in Heaven, a place where I would one day see my dad again. I took the steps I needed to take, and although I still miss my dad after all these many years, I am at peace knowing that I will see him (& my other loved ones) again. As I mentioned, since we come from the same faith background, I know it may be very difficult to understand what I am saying to you. But I would be happy to share more if you would like to contact me. ~One way or another, I pray that you will come to a secure relationship with the only ONE who can help us secure our place in Heaven, Jesus Christ. He is truly the One who can comfort our grieving hearts as well.

Joanie
Mother, daughter, sister & granddau. of LEO's

June 10, 2010

I was only a small child when I met him but I knew I wanted to be just like him he is the reason I have always wanted to be a police officer. I still live on baltic and I pass cudell everyday and I always think of the man I talked to in the resturant the man who to me was the greatest man in the world I turn 21 next year and I hope to finally become what I've wanted to be scince the day I met him, a cleveland police officer

SPC Bryan Carpenter
United States Army

May 2, 2010

I was thinking of you today and wanted to extend my sympathies to your family who loves you so dearly. It is evident in the letters that they leave you regularly, Officer Clark. I pray for you, your family and most of all your children that had to grow without a father. My heart goes out to them...

U were in my thoughts today...

God Bless YOU, Gone but Never Forgotten...

Jaye Cleveland Ohio
Citizen

April 8, 2010

Thinking of you... its been so long and still its so fresh. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers...

Racine Brooks, AT3
United States Navy

July 2, 2009

Dearet,
Another year and another anniversary today. I still cannot believe it. And it is another hard day no matter how many years pass.
Your daughter graduated from high school this year and on to college. We were there for you but it is never the same. Those are large shoes you left us all to fill for you. We always fall short no matter what. I gave her a Victorian necklace and told her you would have wanted her to have it since you used to collect the old jewlery for all of us. She loved it. I thought of that piece when I bought it for her and thought you would have liked it.
Everyone misses you and wishes we could see you again--maybe some day. One can only hope for that.
I left flowers on your grave several times this last time home and I will be back soon to visit you there again.
Sean made Captain in the Army. You would be proud of him. He has so many things in his personality like you. You were the best uncle he ever had. He started an antique business with Audrey and me. He deals in Civil War like you did with Mom and Me. So I guess that tradition you passed to him along with many other fine ones.
Miss you so very much. Will release a balloon in the sky for you tonight like I do. I watch it hover above and then fly away like you did.
Love you so very much,
Mare

Mary Clark Forbes
Sister

July 1, 2009

I think of you every day. I laugh still at some of the things you said or did. I think about how great it would be to have you still here and experience with all of us joy and laughter. I remember how much we meant to one another. I remember our plans for retirement. I hope some day I can actually see you again and give you a big hug as I always did. You are still part of my crying heart that will never be healed. I love you little brother.

Mary Clark Forbes
oldest sister

March 24, 2009

Detective Clark you were loved somuch by your family and friends. I got a chance to meet your wife in May 2008 at a memorial ceremony. I t was me who got your name added to the memorial.

Rocky Geppert

January 4, 2009

My Dearest,
Tomorrow is your birthday. This week was Christmas. I found myself thinking of you and remembering when you were the little brother running around getting into the Christmas presents. I miss you so very much-that never stops. I still cry for you and I am lonely for you. If I could turn back the clock and stop what happened to you I would but that will never happen.
Tomorrow I will remember when they brought you home from the hospital and remember all the good years we had together. I miss you my little brother. I will look at the stars tomorrow and hope you are looking down at me. I miss you so very much.
Love,
Mare

Mary Clark Forbes
Sister-oldest

December 26, 2008