Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace Motorman. You are not forgotten.

Motor Officer Danny Johnson
Metro Nashville Police Dept.

February 27, 2007

Eight years have passed since you were called away but you have not been forgotten nor will that ever be the case. Your loved ones will keep your memory alive as will the Blue Family for you are a true hero and heroes never die. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones as they journey through life, stand beside them and help them make the right decisions. You will never be forgotten.

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

February 27, 2007

Mark, It's been 8 years but nothing changes with a hero, you are remembered today and every other day of the year. I will never forget working the 3rd ave post at the Courthouse, you walked up in your shined motors boots and flipped me some Mark humor then walked off before I could dish it back. Rest easy bro, Hero's will never be forgotten.

Court Deputy R. l. Clements #639
K.C.S.O.

February 27, 2007

Honoring and remembering you on the 8th anniversary
of your EOW.

The Absent One

As we gather at the table and watch each smiling face
The heart fills with emotion to see the vacant place.
We may strive to hide our longing in the midst of
Mirth and fun
But we're thinking, thinking, thinking
Of the loved- the absent one.

When we gather 'round the fireside with merry
Laughter and jest
How we wish the absent dear one
Was here with all the rest.
Still we join in all the frolic, but we wish the day was done
For we're thinking, thinking, thinking
Of the loved- the absent one.

Yet when the day is over and they all have gone to rest
We feel the Heavenly Father does all things for the best
So we cheer our drooping spirits with the rising of the
Sun
But we can't help thinking, thinking, thinking
Of the loved- the absent one. author unknown

Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

February 27, 2007

The hole left behind since you've been gone is still here, nearly 8 years later.
I still miss you everyday.

December 9, 2006

mark .. i heard a song on the radio today that was played at your service, and it brought back alot of memories. its been a while since I've visited this site, but not since I've thought of you. I remember you every minute of every day .. and want you to know youre in my prayers!

thinking of you always
CH

CH
KCSO / former explorer

October 4, 2006

Missing you (again) today.

It doesn't seem like it's possible for 7 years to have come and gone since you died. Knowing you aren't around is still so hard.

September 20, 2006

The state of Washington lost another brave officer yesterday little brother. I trust you welcomed him home with loving arms Mark. His family will rest easier knowing he is with you and your police brothers and sisters.

Missing you...loving you.
Sis

August 15, 2006

Deputy Brown’s legacy is truly profound. Reading the many entries from family, friends and colleagues brings tears to my eyes, again, and it has been seven years.

Each time I head home from Seattle, I feel compelled to glance over near the 175th Street exit, I can still see and vividly remember the I-5 funeral procession; the group of children, adults holding umbrellas in the pouring rain standing by the school bus with the huge sign, “We will miss you Officer Brown”. That is his legacy. Mark’s life was uniquely significant and demonstrated by the many sad hearts that still miss him so.

Michelle Ruis

Michelle Ruis
Friend

August 7, 2006

Rest in peace motorman, not forgotten.

Offc. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department

June 22, 2006

Still thinking of you.

June 6, 2006

I miss you Mark. What has it been now, 7 years? I think about you and miss your smile and your gregarious nature. I miss your jokes and teasing. I remember working a 6-hour overtime shift with you on bike patrol in the parks in Shoreline. I almost felt bad after the shift was over because it seems like all we did was talk, not so much patrol. You did kick my butt on the trail though. I really got to know you, and got a glimpse into your soul. I got to hear about your brother, your family. I will never forget how well you could relate. You called me on my stuff; I still hear your voice in my head. Now I treasure moments like those with you, and cherish the fact I got to experience them. I miss you a lot Mark. When I hear your name, or see your face, I start to cry.

Anonymous

June 6, 2006

2/27/06

Your loved ones will be in my thoughts today, as they remember the day seven years ago, that forever changed their lives.

Norie Haas
Mother of Brian A. Haas
E.O.W. 4/24/04

Norie Haas

February 27, 2006

It's fast approaching the date in February I dread every year, and I hope your family realizes how much you are still missed by those who were lucky enough to know you through work.
The loss of Mark isn't forgotten.

February 17, 2006

Some days are easier than others. Not today - I miss you so much, it hurts.

Sis

January 20, 2006

The new year has come and you are still missed.

January 2, 2006

Brother Brown,

May the road rise up to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And the rains fall soft upon your fields,
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Respectfully,
You’re Brothers in Blue

Untouchables LE Motorcycle Club

December 22, 2005

My friend ,my neighbor, my FTO, many days have passed, but your voice is still with me, you will always be in my heart and in my soul. God bless you. MG

MG
KCSO

November 15, 2005

It's hard missing you to this day.
Today I wanted to call you and laugh and talk about stuff, but I couldn't.

Damn it doesn't get easier.

October 16, 2005

I watched a bunch of motor officers today driving down the freeway together and immediately thought of you.

Watch over us Mark.

September 27, 2005

I miss you to this day.

July 4, 2005

Mark-
Your nephew Zack wrote an essay this year titled "The Price of Service." He reflects on the day of your accident and your death two days later. His final paragraph says, "From the date of your death, I knew what I had to do. I had to serve. I did not want my uncle to die. I loved him so much, but I knew he loved being a police officer. And with service, comes sacrifice. My uncle gave the biggest sacrifice of all. His life. I often think about what my uncle would want me to do. I think he would want me to help others and serve my country and community."

I am so proud of your nephew, my son, Zack. Last Sunday I looked into his big blue eyes and said goodbye for the next 10 weeks. He is now learning to be a soldier at Fort Leonardwood, Missouri for the United States Army. In your footsteps Mark.

Always in my heart,
Sis

June 15, 2005

Fellow Deputy, Friend, Neighbor. I still carry your signed business card in my wallet. CB.

June 10, 2005

You are missed everyday and always.
I am thinking of you, I know you know that.

April 17, 2005

Now it's been six years since we lost you and I still miss you everyday.
It's not easier, just a wound that's deeper and not so raw.
Wish you were here.

March 1, 2005