Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Clayton and I would hangout and do everything together. We were also teammates on the US Air Force Track Team of 1994. We shared allot of southern down home memories and talked about one day moving back down south to try and make a difference in our old neighborhoods. I commend Clayton for his courage and loyalty to his hometown of Memphis. You lost your life trying to support what you stood for and I stand here today and cry your tears for you. I love you Clayton and I pray for that GOD will strengthen your family in the future. I wish many more people had the heart and perseverance you had. I love you much DJ Scooby. Mike Mike

SSgt Michael "Mike Mike" Parks
DHS/FAMS

June 28, 2008

I worked with scooby while stationed at Rhein Main AB in Germany in 1994. He was a good person and will be greatly missed.

SSgt Dwayne Coker
friend

June 17, 2008

The policeman stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry a badge
can't always be a saint."

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at time I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his god.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell"
REST IN PEACE!

Sgt. Meshia Thomas
UTPD

June 6, 2008

I worked with clayton at the Rhein Main together. I will not forget him.

CSU Wegner
435th SPS

May 13, 2008

You are one of the few guys I remember while serving our Country. I could always depend on you when things got serious.

SSgt Soriano
Served with Officer Hicks in the 435th SPS Germany

February 8, 2008

hi scooby... I never knew this reflection existed... I still remember like yesterday when we were in the academy and i would ask you to shine my boots and you would just smile and tell me "you better learn how to shine your own boots". On Monday you would bring my boots back so shiny, i would smile and hug you. I remember when we would study together, for 2 hours before a test.. afterwards we would talk and laugh and be so hungry. My Blue Angel, I really miss you and I think about you ofen...Kiss my grandson for me and tell him that i love and miss him too....

Officer S. Mcqueen-Brown
Memphis Police Dept.

February 2, 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

January 30, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

November 30, 2007

The month of November and the year of 2000 will always be very important to me. I cannot believe that it has been seven years since you have been gone. You are remembered always. I love you and miss you.

Carol Watt
Friend

November 17, 2007

Thinking of you and your family on this 7th anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those still out on patrol.

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

November 14, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Hicks Jr on the anniversary of his passing. Another HERO that was taken too soon. God Bless you all.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

November 14, 2007

Scooby was a close friend. We served together in Germany in the USAF and both went into law enforcement in the "civilian" world. I lost contact with him after leaving Germany and was never able to re-establish contact with him before he passed, although I tried. I have thought about Scooby quite often ever since and feel a deep sense of loss. I know he loved his family and always bragged of his brother. Scooby, you are truly a hero and will never be forgotten. God bless the Hicks' family.

Mark M.
Friend

April 27, 2007

Scooby and I served together in Germany. We went through a lot of good and bad times together and with the life of the military being what it is. We lost track through PCS moves and deployments. He thrived on "Carpe Diem", loved his country, family, little brother, and friends. May we serve together once again at the side of our lord. Blessed are the peace makers.....

Lt. Col Victor "Vic" Nettles
DHS, former partner and good friend

April 26, 2007

Still remember the good times in Germany.

Patrick Ellis
USSS/Friend

April 25, 2007

TO THE FAMILY OF OFFICER HICKS:
HE WILL TRULY NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOW CAN YOU FORGET A "HERO"?
THANK YOU OFFICER HICKS FOR YOUR SERVICE AND YOUR DEDICATION TO YOUR PROFESSION. WE CAN NEVER SAY OR EXPRESS WORDS TO THANK YOU ENOUGH. YOU GAVE YOUR ALL AND FOR THAT WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.
GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND MAY HE CONTINUE TO GIVE THEM COMFORT. AND MAY HE CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER YOUR CO-WORKERS.

LORRAINE BOND (MOTHER)
HAMILTON COUNTY, TN. DEPUTY SHERIFF:
DONALD K. BOND, JR.
EOW: 09.06.01

November 14, 2006

May Our Lord bless your soul.

November 14, 2006

It is too sad to say, but the truth is that police are NEVER off duty. Thank you for your service to the people of Memphis.

May your family, friends and co-workers find peace in the passage of time and in the knowledge that they are only moving closer to the time when we will all be together in Heaven.

Rest well, warrior, your brothers and sisters on that thin blue line will carry on in your stead.

LEO Wife, APD

November 14, 2006

Officer Hicks Jr.,

On this the anniversary of your leaving us in the physical sense we pay tribute to your spirit. Tonight the Evening Watch of the Henry County Georgia Police Department’s North Precinct will hit the street in your honor. Please watch over us as we continue your fine work.

For the entire shift,
Sergeant V.T. Rosen

Sergeant V.T. Rosen
Henry County Police Department

November 14, 2006

Hero's are never forgotten. Rest in Peace. Continue your patrol on the streets of heaven.

SPO
Salem,Va

November 14, 2006

scooby,sleep well my friend it is not the same here without you ,you are a hero,god bless you scooby

September 4, 2006

To everyone that has sent and left messages , even you Carol, I remember you. I would like to extend thanks on behailf of our whole family.
I can remember the days when Scooby and I were just two young brothers living a very joyous and wonderful life. Scooby was a very inspirational person for me as well as anyone he met. He was a loving brother, son, grandson, and freind. And Scooby, man, we will never, NEVER, never, EVER,forget you. Love always!!!! R.I.P my beloved brother

Christopher T. Hicks Smip
Brother

May 20, 2006

Scooby, I hope you are watching over us down here. It just seems like yesterday that we were sitting in law class at the police academy passing notes. I miss you so much! I wish you were here. Please save me a place beside you in heaven. I love you and miss you.

Carol Watt Friend

November 15, 2005

To the family and friends of Officer Clayton Wayne Hicks Jr., his fellow officers, and most especially to Officer Hicks.

On this the fifth anniversary of your brutal murder, please know that you are honored and remembered. Your valor and dedication will not be forgotten. Rest In Peace, Officer Hicks (Scooby)

May your family continue to be comforted by their law enforcement family, and other police survivors.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Officer Hicks gave to his community, and the citizens of Tennessee as a policeman, to his country through his military service, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on November 14, 2000.

Phyllis L. Loya
Mother of Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD
eow 4/24/05

November 14, 2005

Officer Hicks,
On today, the 5th anniversary of your murder, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice, not just for your community, but for our Country as well when you served in the USAF.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

November 14, 2005

As time goes by, and I observe the endless and countless violent acts that men do to one another, I always ask myself the same question...Its the same question that I put on the other reflections that I have left to my fallen brothers and sisters as well....Its the question that no one seems to have an answer to...especially the the wrong doers..........Here's the million dollar question.....WHAT DOES IS TAKE????????? WHAT WILL IT TAKE TO CHANGE THE ESSENCE OF MANS THINKING?????Unfortunatly, I never got to meet my brother Officer Clayton Wayne Hicks Jr., but his picture is in my mind all the same........This brother just went out to enjoy himself off duty, when he was recognized by a female who COULD HAVE arrested her in a prior incident.....but he didnt........maybe she could have thanked him or asked him how she could possibly get some help or counseling, but instead, she incites an issue which ended in us losing a life.....a life that risked his own on a daily basis.......what did she do for a living......(just curious).......wonder if she would be up to the task......Anyway........people....when is enough enough. We must stop and think...we are adults. These are adults who have the capacity to think and make better decisions, but are not. At this time Iam at a lost for words. I didnt know him, but I feel something that I probably shouldnt feel...I miss my brother I never knew...His picture stands out in my mind, and it pains my heart knowing what happen to him....Thank GOD......My brother is with the real CHIEF OF POLICE know(GOD)...Save a place for me bro.......We love you man...Peace..

Police Officer Jason D. Chandler
New York City Police Dept.

October 3, 2005