Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Patrolman Dawson,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Navy. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 7, 2024

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice are always remembered by your law enforcement brethren.

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

March 7, 2021

Patrolman Dawson,
On today, the 21st anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Pennsauken. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

March 7, 2020

Brother Dawson,

Yesterday we visited your final resting place. We had a wreath for you. The program that runs this is the Fallen Heroes Wreath Program. However the rules of the mausoleum prevented us from leaving the wreath. We brought it back to police headquarters and hung it there in your honor. Although the Officers that honored you yesterday never worked with you, we want you to know that you have not been forgotten. Rest In Peace Brother.

Patrolman Michael Ciaccia #172
Pennsauken Township

December 2, 2018

Officer Dawson,
I had the great fortune to meet your wife today at the Wall in DC. Your name is on the same panel as my friend Scott's (Scott A Wertz EOW 8-6-06) and we happened to be there at the same time. She was kind enough to give me a rose to place at Scott's name and after many pictures, tears, and smiles we parted ways. The power of the Wall to bring strangers together with a common bond is unfortunate yet comforting.

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. I'll be sure to say hello when I am in DC next month for Police Week.

Nancy

Nancy Bubbenmoyer

April 4, 2009

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR COURAGE AND SERVICE TO LAW ENFORCEMENT. YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION THAT YOU CHOSE. GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL THOSE THAT LOVE YOU.

Van Den Berghe
MANCHESTER, NH

March 11, 2008

You are remembered today, sir.

CO Heather Jenkins
Covington Police Dept, LA

March 7, 2008

Rest in peace in my brother.

Kevin T Ryan
Ex NJ Cop

March 6, 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 © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

December 12, 2007

Our Lord had to take to to heal you.May Our Lord send your families many blessings.

March 7, 2007

To Officer Richard Dawson and his loved ones:

On this the seventh anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.
What true warriors you and your family were during the twenty-five years following your devastating and life altering injury.

My heart goes out to your family. You’re in our thoughts and our prayers.

Richard, when you were still riding proud, 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, Officer Dawson.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Richard gave to his community and the citizens of New Jersey, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 7, 1999.

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

March 7, 2006

You are now standing strong and free.May G-d send your family special Love and Blessings today and every day.

March 7, 2006

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

January 19, 2006

God bless you for your service and
sacrifice. It came at a costly price,
but time hasn't dimished it.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

January 12, 2006

10-27-03, MY BROTHER, MAY GOD BLESS YOU. YOU DID NOT DIE IN VAIN. MAY YOU NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RETIRED
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

October 27, 2003