Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Today, as we remember your death by giving blood, we are reminded of the sacrifce you made 13 years ago. Thank you for your service both with the Marine Corps and SCHP. May your legacy live forever. Rest in peace warrior.

Former Deputy Michael Todd
Pickens County Sheriffs Office

December 6, 2013

12/06/13 Tonight We drink to you, my Brother. Watch over us until we are welcomed to the Hall of Heroes. Aiteam

Sgt. John W. Trazino
OCNY Sheriff's Office/ Friend, Brother, Drinking Buddy

December 6, 2013

Tigger, not a day goes by that i dont think of you brother. from B Co. 1/6 2nd MARDIV to seeing you from time to time at the SCCJA with you going on the Trooper side and Me with Springdale PD. Love and miss you Brother. thanks for your srvice.

Inv. Frankie Neeley
West Columbia PD

September 18, 2013

Eric, thank you for your service to your country and community! You are remembered.

I always chuckle at the memory of the first Toys for Tots drive we worked together. We "raised" a ton of cash that cold weekend in front of Toys R Us, only to find out later that it was against regulations to "solicit funds". Hey, who can say No to the dress blues, right! I'm sure that cash put smiles on a lot of kids' faces that Christmas.

Semper Fi

Roy Harris
Fellow Marine and Grandson of Officer Azell Harris EOW 5.4.69

March 13, 2013

Tigger, miss you Brother! you were a great Marine and a better Patrolman> it was an honor to have served with you. SEMPER FI!

PFC F.L. Neeley
WEST COLUMBIA PD.

January 30, 2013

I was scheduled to work the interstate the day Tigger was killed but decided to burn a day. Every time I think about Eric's death I get chills because had I been working the I, I could have easily been the trooper that came upon the moped instead of Eric. Most of the other deaths of troopers I knew I could say "I would have been ok because I would have done..........." but with Eric's, I would have done exactly what he did, and I would have been the one that got shot.

L/CPL Lazar
SCHP, Retired

December 6, 2012

We came across this site while visiting our sons site....unfortunately, he was the next Nicholson to die in the line of duty. He died, too, from gunfire while attempting to make an arrest. Thank you, Brother Nicholson. for your sacrifice and dedication to the safety and welfare of us all.

Paul and Karen Highbarger
Mom/Stepdad Officer Christopher Nicholson EOW:12-19-2007

December 15, 2011

This is my second year donating blood to the Trooper Eric Nicholson blood fund. I have an extensive work history in various enforcement. I have worked in the Central Office of the Border Patrol in Washington, DC, 15 years as a Deputy Courtroom Clerk in Montgomer County, Md., 5 years in the Appellate Division for Montgomery Maryalnd, Attorney General's Office, Consumer Frauds Division, Syracuse, NY, 6 years with the Dept. of Corrections, Oneida Correctional Facilice in Rome, NY. I have worked with many fine and upstanding officers in the legal system in several states. I have nothing but the greatest respect for the sacrifices many officers including untimely deaths. If there is anything I can do for this program or to help the family, all you have to do is contact me.

Civilian - Public - Civilian
None at the present time

December 6, 2011

The members of the Coastal Carolina Shields will remember Trooper Eric Nicholson at its monthly meeting, Dec. 6th. 2011. Eric, may you rest in peace and God bless you always.

Dennis Cangelosi, President
Coastal Carolina Shields

Dennis Cangelosi, President
Coastal Carolina Shields

December 5, 2011

Eric was a true friend,and fellow Law Enforcement Officer.I will never forget you my friend for you have touched my life in so many positive ways.Veterans Day is a day to remember those who have served our Country with Honor,Dignity,Loyalty,Courage,and Respect.This is the thread that makes up The Thin Blue Line.You are remembered my brother. God Bless and keep us safe!!

Cpl.A.Varney Unit# 984
SC Dept Public Safety

November 11, 2011

Eric, my brother and freind. I was there the day you ended your watch. I cried the tears that all of our brothers and sisters cried when they heard of your demise. I watched as our brothers scrambled to catch the dirt bag that did this to you. i heard the sirens wail as they transported you to greenville memorial. i heard the reports from fellow officers and freinds that you did not make it. I saw the motor cade that carried you to your final reswting place, i heard the final call, c181... c-181.... c181 end of watch... i heard the taps and watch as they carried your casket, through feilds of blue and grey, faces shared the same expression as i did. i did not serve with you but to this day, i wear the band on my wrist that bears your name. and i remember ... that we were freinds. i remember that we were brothers, i remember that we will see each other again. i miss you eric. i cannot come to visit you though i wish that i could. i have moved on in life but know this my brother and freind, i have not forgotten. god bless and ill see you again.

Corrections officer Darrel W. Cray
Formerly Cuyahoga county Sheriffs dept.

October 22, 2011

Trooper Nicholson will be memorialized at a ceremony on 5/27/2011 with an inscription on a plaque to honor students, staff and faculty who have died in the line of duty (to country or community).

Denis Petrilak
George F. Baker Tuxedo High School

May 10, 2011

I still think of you often and especially this week in December, it always feels the same just like it did 10 years ago. I just hope you know how much you are missed. I treasure the memories I have of you and the time we spent together when life was simple and we were young. Thank you for the memories and the laughs.

Kristen Stamm
Friend

December 9, 2010

Your wife has carried on your legacy! What a wonderful person! God Bless.

Lisa
GEORGIA CIVILIAN

December 9, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the ninth anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer. He was your brother in green as well so I must bid you semper fi.

I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

December 6, 2009

On your anniversary I want you and your family to know that you are not forgotten. HEROS LIVE FOREVER!

Deputy First Class Jason Houston
York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office

December 6, 2009

Thank you all for writing and sharing your thoughts about Eric. I visit this site every so often and it overwhelms me to know that so many others still remember and honor him. He died while living out his dream as a state trooper. Every day he is missed and I know that he is in heaven watching over us all. God bless those still serving and their families.

Misty Nicholson
Eric's wife

February 28, 2009

9 years ago. So sad you were cheated out of living more of your dreams. America needs more fine men like you. You have a special place in all the hearts of people that knew and loved you. Thanks for your wonderful sacrifice of service to America.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

Anonymous

January 14, 2009

Thinking of you often, especially today. I know you are watching over all of us and you are in a better place. Continue to keep us safe from above. You will never be forgotten.

Kristen (McNamara) Stamm
Friend

December 6, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this eighth anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

December 6, 2008

I just saw your wife on TV talking about the NC Trooper killed a few days ago. You should be proud of her she seems to ba a very strong and good willed person. Its been eight years since you were taken away from her and she still had tears in her eyes speaking of you. That is True Love and you are lucky to have her. You will be together again and this pain will be whipped away for Goodness shall follow us the rest of our days. To the wife we are truly sorry of your loss. We are hear for you always. Respectfully.

State Trooper D Osborne/Sgt Christy Osbo
Tennessee Highway Patrol

June 21, 2008

Of all the Troopers killed in the line of duty here in our state, I will always remember you the most. I will never forget the day that you left this earth. I was in patrol school and was two days from graduating. I remember all the other guys talking about how cool it was going to be to drive that silver bullet to our asigned counties. We were so exited that we were going to be the man in grey! The instructors with tears in their eyes gathered us in a classroom to tell us the news and to hand out funeral bands for our shiny new badges. It was such an overwhelming feeling to hear the tragic news. On one hand we were exited to be graduating and on the other we had a hard time expressing that feeling due to our sadness. I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice to this great state! Rest in peace brother, and watch over us as we continue the fight!

L/Cpl M.D. Harrison
SCHP

March 19, 2008

I knew you as Private Eric Nicholson , We stood side by side in formation for what seemed an eternity at Parris Island (Plt. 2005)and we walked the parade deck on Jan 10. 1992 and were called Marines for the first time together, I remembered you as soon as I saw the picture here 16 years later and I could not believe what I know to be true .
I became a Police Officer in 1998 after leaving the Corps I guess about the same time you began your career as a Trooper.
So many of us are drawn to this line of work I guess it just seems natural for us to risk our lives to protect others ,You made the ultimate Sacrifice doing what you beleived in and there is no greater a Hero than those that lay down their lives for others.
You are a Hero God Bless You , Semper Fi Brother

Cpl. R. Eric Landing
Wicomico County Sheriff's Office "D" Squad S.E.R.T. / U.S.M.C

February 8, 2008

Cpl Nick/ Tigger: although it has been years since I knew you, and I only heard recently of your passing, You were one of the influential people in my life. You were my squad leader for a short time, but your leadership has always been with me. Thank you. Semper Fi!

Patrolman Brian Maddox
Milton PD, Wisconsin/ Served with "Tigger" at 1/6 USMC

December 11, 2007

SCHP - my first childhood fantasy cop agency.

"Devil Dawg" / "Tigger":
Thank You for having served the Carolina Community.
May You Rest - In - Peace.

Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD

December 6, 2007