Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To Those I Love And Those Who Love Me


Author: Unknown
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, we had so many years.

I gave you my love and 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 me if grieve you must
Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It's only for a while that we must part
So bless those memories in 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
with all my love around you soft and clear.

And then, when you must come this way alone,
I'll greet you with a smile and "Welcome You
Home".

ofc 97-2
cpd

April 9, 2009

It's been so long since I held my breath waiting for you to be okay. It's been so long since you went home to the Lord. You've been my inspiration, to leave Chicago, to become a Police Officer. I think of you often, you are not forgotten all this time and so far away.
Rest in peace.
Cristina

Police Officer
CPD

March 12, 2009

RIP.You will never be forgotten.

Anonymous

November 10, 2008

Ever since I was a little girl I would dream of the day I would get to meet you. Never in my wildest dreams did i expect that the first time i would see you in person that it would be at your wake. You died a hero, brave and strong, and i can only hope that I inherited your stregth and bravery...you were a person to admire and to look up to..i just wish we would have had a chance to meet...but i looks like I'm going to have to wait...
I love you big brother and i cant wait till the day we finally get to meet..

Tiffany Walsh
The half sister you never got to meet

November 9, 2008

Rest in Peace my Brother

Special Agent Chris Knysch
Special Agent Diplomatic Security Service

October 1, 2008

10 years? How could that be Mike? I think of you often. I've never been the same since God took you. I sit here and stare at your picture and cant begin to explain how deeply broken hearted I am, you are the closest thing I ever had to a brother.
I cant believe your not here to meet my 5 month old daughter Mia, her name is for you, the feminine form of Michael.
I love you Mike, and I know it was you watching over me many nights on the street when I was scared to death.
After 10 years the only thing that makes any sense at all is that God really needed you up in heaven.
Thank you for being such an important part in my life.
You and your family are on mind every day. I love you and you will never be forgotten.

SEAN.

Sean Ryan

September 20, 2008

Whats buzzin, cousin? 10 yrs today brother. When you dropped me off from our Hayward trip, we hugged and said "Later". I talked to you on the phone before your tour the night you got hurt. I hope you know how much I appreciated having you in my life. That void will never be filled. When I dream about you, I wake up laughing because every memory I have with you was the best. I hope you know the impact you had on people was incredible. Someday we will see each other again, shake hands, hug and bs about what is happening. Until that day, know that your seat at Anglers is always open and I have a cold Leinies waiting for you. My life will go on but know all that happens in the future will be a lot more empty without you there. My heart is sad today. I miss and love you forever.

FF/Paramedic Joey Ceriale
Evanston FD

August 21, 2008

Officer Ceriale, rest easy knowing that your sacrifice has not been forgotten. Although we never met, I followed your story very closely and your passing truly hit home. Little did I know that I would have my own loss to endure six years later. I hope your family can find some peace today.

John E. Gordon
Brother of Michael P. Gordon, CPD (EOW 08/AUG/2004)

August 21, 2008

A decade has passed but you have not been forgotten by those that love you and close to you. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and those still out on patrol. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of CPD Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

August 21, 2008

To My Loving Nephew
Michael, this will be the 10th anniversary of your passing and there isn't a day that goes by that we don't think of you and miss you. It seems like yesterday when the good Lord said he needed you more than we did. But we know that you are always with us spiritually and especially watching over my boys, Tony and Joey, your loving cousins. Pray for all your family, friends and all the boys and men that safeguard our cities. Until we see each other again, I love and miss you.........Auntie Yolanda

Anonymous

August 19, 2008

Class 97-2 has not and will not forget you. We now have 11 years on the job and everytime I have a P.P.O. with me I always tell them about you. I know I will see you again someday! Until we meet again my friend ............

Class 97-2
classmates

June 14, 2008

Mike, you were the first friend I lost on the job, I will never forget you. The your courage, dedication and the sacrifice you made for this city far outshines any of the recent negative news about members of this department.

Police Officer Dale R. Borchardt
CPD Friend

May 11, 2008

Hey Lil' Mike just thinking of you. Everyone misses you very much. Love you.

Nick

April 15, 2008

Mike, it's been a long time since you were taken from this earth. You touched a lot of lives while you were here and you will never be forgotten.

Captain V. Drozd
CPD

February 9, 2008

You are a hero!

CPD 011

February 5, 2008

Dear Michael,
Although many years have gone by, you are still remembered as a hero. God bless you Michael, and your loving family.

MSgt. Milan Bojovic
Bellwood P.D.

February 2, 2008

Hey Mike, just thinking about you...your thought of everyday...Love, Nick, Mom, and Baba.

Nick
Cousin

November 30, 2007

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 © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

October 17, 2007

Dearest Michael, There isn't a day that goes by that you are not on my mind. I am so grateful that I had you in my life. You were as close to me as my own sons, Joey and Tony and I thank God for you. Your wonderful life ended so tragically and it left a void in our lives. I know that God has you by his side and you are always watching us. Pray for us Angel Michael and watch over us and your family. You will never be forgotten. Your loving Auntie Yolanda

Yolanda Ceriale
Aunt

October 2, 2007

Rest in Peace to a great guy that was taken so very too soon from this earth. The fun we had in Hayward will be memories that last forever. I know that you are a "Bright" star in the sky each evening and an angel watching ever so closely over all of your loving family.
Miss you Mike....There is not a day that goes by that you and your cousins are not thought of.
Brave man...Wonderful man.

Jennifer Pitts
Friend

September 15, 2007

Michael( My Angel Up Above )
It's been 9 years since you left us but it seems like yesturday. Everyday you are a part of my life and will always continue to be. When you left on your journey you took a part of my heart with you. I look forward to be with you again someday but for now just know that you are so missed and loved by so many. Till we meet again I justed wanted to say how much I Love and Miss You.
Your loving cousin
Maryann

MaryAnn
First Cousin

September 6, 2007

It's been 9 years since you have been taken from us. I love feeling in my memories all the great times that we had and sad at the same time missing all the great times we will never have. My very best friend, my life is a little more empty without you in it. We all have you in mind when we're in Hayward because I know how much you loved it. I miss you more than you know. You will always be in my life until we see each other again. I love you

Firefighter Joey Ceriale
Cousin

September 3, 2007

Officer Ceriale,
Nine years ago, you were called home. We will never forget the man you were, protecting the great city of Chicago, and making a profound difference in the world. My thoughts will continue to be with your family and friends as they remember you today.

Pennsylvania citizen

August 21, 2007

Nine years have passed and you have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and those officers still out on patrol guarding over the Thin Blue Line. You are a true hero.

Bob Gordon
Father of CPD Officer Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

August 20, 2007

Mike, we love and miss you very much...you will never be forgotten. Nick.

Nick
Cousin

August 5, 2007