Harris County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Monday, December 4, 2000
Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Barrett Travis Hill
Missed you last night, Shug.
Jean Hill
Mom
April 10, 2015
I love you more today than yesterday, but not as much as tomorrow. Oh my goodness, Shug, I miss you so much.
Jean Hill
Mom
March 21, 2015
Barry, I served with Michael T in USMC and he so loved you. I have thought of you often as other officers have been lost. Recently tried to find Michael T but to no avail.
Jean, Ed or Cathy (even Whit or Lacy) Please know you are all thought of often, especially now with this anniversary approaching.
I am still in Omaha but not sure of Dawn and MT
Mike Rosenberger
CPL/USMC VETERAN
November 16, 2014
Berry, I know you were a very special man, because I have come to know your mom and dad. They are very special people to me. Your mom does so much to help all the rest of us parents of fallen officers. I don't know where she & your dad find the strength to do everything they do for all of us but it is all appreciated. Thank you for being the fine officer I know you were. Say hi to my son Hal for me. I hope he got to welcome you into heaven.
Sharon Dickerson
Friend of family.
October 16, 2014
Missing you with every breath.
Cathy, Suriving Spouse
April 29, 2014
I remember this night as well... I worked the mids shift at IPC while Barrett was there, and had so recently left for patrol, and I remember the shock at hearing this... so soon after Oscar Hill... and knowing that Barrett's daughter were in High School and (one) would soon be graduating.
"Blessed are the peace keepers, for they shall be called the sons of God" Matthew 5:9
BPA Brad Shaver, USBP
fellow HCSO (Former) Deputy
December 28, 2013
Should have been 32 years today. Miss you always.
12/26/81
Cathy
Surviving Spouse
December 26, 2013
You're always on my mind, and forever in my heart, Shug.
Jean Hill
Mom
December 6, 2013
Heroes live forever, Deputy Hill, and we will never forget. Thank you for the sacrifice you made for the citizens of Harris County and the great State of Texas.
Greater Houston C.O.P.S.
December 4, 2013
Heavy on my heart today. Miss you so much and wish I could go back in time to tell you one more time that I love you.
Cathy, Suriving Spouse
September 27, 2013
Sweet memories flood my soul as I flew in to Las Vegas. Your silly songs and laughter as we came in to Las Vegas for the first time. You will forever make my heart smile through the heartache of missing you.
Cathy
Surviving Spouse
January 28, 2013
I'm missing you today as always, Shug.
Jean Hill
Surviving Mom
Harris County (TX) Deputy Sheriff Barry Hill
EOW 12/4/2000
January 7, 2013
rest in peace
maureen rolniak
December 5, 2012
This is my tribute to Barry today. I miss him as much today as I did twelve years ago. But we have learned to dwell on the memories and focus on knowing that one day, we will see him again. I love you, Shug - always have and always will. We all miss you so much...... Mom
Thinking 'bout you.
I'm just sitting here looking out the window and thinking 'bout you.
Thinking of the good times and the things we used to do.
Laying in the floor on Saturday morning watching the morning's cartoons.
Laughing and playing,
Thinking about good times
Speed Racer, Big Wheels, GI Joe
Thinking 'bout you.
Dad and I always knew you'd grow up to be a special man.
You always wanted to be the good guy, never would give in.
You became a husband and a father
And remained a loving son and brother
Went to serve with Uncle Sam in Desert Storm
And later reached your dream of being a lawman.
Thinking about good times
Thinking about Legos
Thinking about swim meets
Thinking 'bout you.
You left us with beautiful memories, some never been shared
I hope you know how much you were loved and how much we cared.
Your life was taken by a lowly piece of a man
Who has no regard for human life; much less a lawman
Life goes on and you're still so near
All I have to do is close my eyes and you're here.
Thinking about good times.
You were my firstborn
You were my first love
I was your first love.
Thinking 'bout you.
Mom
December 4, 2012
Rest in peace, Deputy Hill. Your service and sacrifice to the citizens of Harris County and the great State of Texas are not forgotten.
Greater Houston C.O.P.S.
December 4, 2012
Hey Bear: Just thinking about you today, as I do every day. I treasure the time we were together, now all I have are the precious memories. I came across the receipt we have from the hospital you were born in....$5.34 !! (I was in the Marine Corps and had permission to use a civilian hospital)....I love you and miss you terribly.....
See you in Heaven..
Dad
Ed Hill
Father of Deputy Barry Hill, EOW: 12-4-2000
August 2, 2012
Happy Fathers Day Bear. Our daughters are the women they are today because of the character and integrity you instilled in them by being a living example. Thank you for being a Godly daddy to our girls. They learned to look to their Father because of you. I love you forever, C
Cathy
Surviving Spouse
June 16, 2012
Good morning, Shug. I'm missing you. Thanks for all the sweet memories you left with us. Loving you always.... Mom
Jean Hill
Surviving Mom
Harris County (TX) Deputy Sheriff Barry Hill
EOW 12/4/2000
June 10, 2012
Another year is slipping by and yet it seems like yesterday. Not a day goes by that I don't relive that morning. You are still my partner.
Honor and Integrity.
A. Kelly
H.C.S.O
May 13, 2012
Deputy Hill,
I attended a seminar your wife put on for COPS. Dude, you would be so proud of what your wife has accomplished. She is making positive changes in our profession. I am absolutely amazed she took a horrible situation and has done her damndest to change the way we do things during a critical incident. I have listened to her and I am going to make sure my agency listens to her! You have every right to smile right now because she is doing something great!!
Don Harris
US Forest Service Law Enforcement
March 21, 2012
My forever love.
Cathy
spouse
February 14, 2012
Your Mom recently left a reflection at my son Michael's page, I thank her for that. I know how much it means for others to remember our fallen officers and to never let them be forgotten. I am sure there were people that came to your parents and said they would always there for them but as time goes on they slowly drift away and continue on with their lives. The lives of those that loved you dearly seemed to have stopped and time is measured by two segments, 1)Before you were Killed and 2)After you were killed. Holidays come and you are the talk of the day, but in the past and thats good because it is a way to keep your memory alive. You will always be remembered as you are a true hero and heroes never die. Continue to wrap your wings around all of your loved ones and keep them safe. I have left the following concerning a bereaved mother at other pages for Moms' and I would like to leave it for your Mom for I know her feelings and the aching heart she lives with every day.
"Do not judge the bereaved mother...She comes in many forms...She is breathing, but she is dying...She may look young, but inside she has become ancient...She smiles, but her heart sobs...She walks, she talks, she cooks, she cleans, she works she IS but she IS NOT, all at once...She is here, but part of her is elsewhere for eternity." Author Unk.
Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
February 11, 2012
Hey Shug - we sure do miss you. You're always in our thoughts and Dad and I will love you always. Even though you're not with us in person, you still occupy our hearts. Love ya, Sweet Boy........ Mom
Jean Hill
Surviving Mom
Harris County (TX) Deputy Sheriff Barry Hill
EOW 12/4/2000
February 10, 2012
Praise the Lord Mrs. Hill. I still remember hearing that horrible news. Great man. We will see him again!!! Anxiously looking forward to the execution. God bless.
Nate Loftin
Family friend
February 8, 2012
You can rest in peace, Sweet Boy. No new trial!
Jean Hill
Surviving Mom
Harris County (TX) Deputy Sheriff Barry Hill
EOW 12/4/2000
January 20, 2012
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