Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sometimes looking at your picture, it's hard to believe you are really gone. To think that I actually got to work with you and talked with you makes it harder. But I know you've earn your spot with the elite. Knowing you are with God makes things a little comforting. Please look over your friends and keep them safe for you are our guardian angel now.

Missing you always,

A friend/co-worker.

GPD

July 12, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends and all the members of the Gallup Police Department. We were made safer by his service and we all suffer their tragic loss. The family of Officer Mitchell deserves our appreciation and gratitude for their sacrifice. No greater love has a man than the will to give his life for another. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Mitchell is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Tom Doyle
Cary Police Department, North Carolina

June 21, 2006

Larry B...A great cop that was taken from this earth far too early. I think about you often and know that you are up above and watching out for all of us. I've still got one of your patches, it affords me a little more protection and awareness. Still doing the SWAT thing and kicking in doors, but spend more time on the phone or PA system and try talking the bad guys out. The way I see it, if the "talking team" does their job right, no more fathers, husbands, or sons will need to step one foot in the door. A little less exciting, but much...much safer. Please continue to watch out for all of us...I will someday have grand-kids to spoil.
Not a day goes by that that tragic morning doesn't cross my mind. God Bless you, Larry B!

Brian L. Guillen
SWAT Brother

June 14, 2006

I think about you from time to time and remember when we used to hang out during work time and joke around. You were always very kind to me and things like that are always remembered. Thinking of you and not forgetting where we both got our start,....Gallup P.D.
God bless.

D.DOSAL
SERGEANT OF PATROL

June 13, 2006

Missing you always baby

Erika & Dylan M.

May 29, 2006

BRIAN, I AM VERY SORRY I DIDN'T MAKE YOUR MEMORIAL THIS
YEAR, BUT NO ONE FROM THE PD CALLED TO LET ME KNOW ABOUT
IT AND I DON'T GET THE PAPER. BUT YOU WILL BE IN MY
THOUGHTS MEMORIAL WEEKEND AND ERIKA AND DYLAN ALSO, I SURE
WOULD HAVE LIKED TO HAVE SEEN THEM. SO TALK TO YOU LATER

DEBB"Y"
A FRIEND ALWAYS

May 22, 2006

Today, Sergeant Boyd had some videos he was watching, and I saw on one of the videos, the Police Acadamy graduation class of 2001, here at the branch. I saw you giving a Diploma to one of our classmates and I remembered all the times you came to our class and joked around with us, and most of all giving us encouragement to finish the acadamy. I am glad to have meant you and i am to glad to have worked with you. May God Bless you and your Family.

Detective Chavo Chischilly
Gallup Police Dept Friend

May 18, 2006

Well this long road is finally over, I want you to know that my solstice is for you, it is because of you that I have gotten to where I am even though it is because of the fact that you are not here that I have been able to achieve these things and so it makes me sad on the one hand and greatful on the other.....

Your purpose in my life continues to shine through in everything I do and I hope that the next journey I embark on is the right path for me and for Dylan of course all I can do is hope that this is where I belong, so I am counting on you to let me know...

I know your here I get your little messages still, they scare me, they make me laught and they make me cry but I need them nonetheless.

Thanks for your love and support,

Love you with all my heart, soul, body, mind and money baby

your wife

May 13, 2006

I never had the chance to meet Officer Mitchell, but I have heard endless stories about him. I wish I could of had the chance to meet him and work beside him. This Officer was a brave man and I respect him for that. Every night I see his picture in hallway of the PD and I think to myself, "please watch over me this night so I can make it home to my family in the morning. Watch over my other brother and sisters, so they too can go home to their families." You Larry Brian Mitchell are a hero! Everyday I drive poast the rec center that was decicated to you, in your honor, and I think of you and your family.

Best wishes to Erika and Dylan...

Officer
Gallup PD

May 12, 2006

As I sit here and read this page, I recall the day and exactly what I was doing, at the time I wasn't living here, I watched the whole thing unfold on TV. I remember thinking to myself as I sit here I am losing a brother, as I had the opportunity to return to GPD I have got to know more about Brian through my fellow officers and not one person has anything bad to say about him, I wish I had the opportunity to share memories with him and from what I understand many laughs, Erika and Dylan you are blessed to have such a wonderful and very brave man in your life, Erika he is and always will be YOUR hero and your knight. I pray for you and your son everyday, I ask God to give you strength to get through your daily struggles and ask that someday you will be able to find peach within yourself so you can forgive, never forget, but try to forgive. I stand in front of his picture everyday and ask that he watch over me while I venture out into the world and ask that he guide me and make me a better officer today than I was yesterday and everyday I know that he walks out with me at night and back into the PD in the morning.
Please know that we will never forget Brian for who he was and all that he has done. God Bless you and Dylan and may you find strength in each passing day to continue learning and growing everyday. Always in my thoughts and prayers. Garcia

Officer
Gallup PD

May 6, 2006

Larry,

May 30, 06 is approaching quickly. Your police family are getting ready for your memorial as well as other fallen heros from our community. This year the memorial will be held May 16, 06 at Emmanuel Baptist Church at 10:00 a.m. Your precious wife and son will attend as well as your father and mother, brother and sister. A lot of new police brothers and sisters are working here but they will be there on that day to honor you. Your son will recite the Pledge of Alligence, he is handsome and smart. Rest our Hero, for today and everyday we still REMEMBER.

Linda Garcia
City Prosecutors Office

April 20, 2006

Larry,

May 30, 06 is approaching quickly. Your police family are getting ready for your memorial as well as other fallen heros from our community. This year the memorial will be held May 16, 06 at Emmanuel Baptist Church at 10:00 a.m. Your precious wife and son will attend as well as your father and mother, brother and sister. A lot of new police brothers and sisters are working here but they will be there on that day to honor you. Your son will recite the Pledge of Alligence, he is handsome and smart. Rest our Hero, for today and everyday we still REMEBER.

Linda Garcia
City Prosecutors Office

April 20, 2006

I found this sight on the day of BCSO Deputy James McGrane's funeral. Another "Officer" killed in the line-of-duty. It's been near five years you've been gone, but I wanted you to know I haven't forgotten that tragic day. You are in my thoughts often, and in my heart always. May God keep your loved ones close at heart. I will remember you always! R I P Brian!

Anonymous

March 28, 2006

Where do I begin... it has been a long time and so many things are going on, I am nervous and anxious about the future I wish you could just drop me a hint about what is in store for us, since you are so close to the one who ultimately decides our fate!! We are in year 2, hopefully things are being taken care of on that end......
Dylan is awsome as you already know top of the class just as we all knew he would be! Our 8 year anniversary is coming up soon if you can believe that. It would have been interesting to see us now laughing at everyone who said we would never make it. Everything happens for a reason though I know I cant hold on to anger for ever but I promise I try everyday.
I feel really bad and guilty about not going to Santa Fe this year but I am sending flowers, I know you would want me to be here for my graduation and I know you will be walking next to me!
I love you with all my heart soul body mind and money baby...

Keep watch over us and I know that officer from Bernallio will be well received by you and our other angels.

your wife

March 23, 2006

I remember your first day at GPD. I always looked at new officers and wonder what the future had in store for them, I knew you were one to be going places, leaving an impression on so many lives - little did I know of that fateful day when you would be called to patrol the streets of gold. I remember when you and Erica's friendship blossomed, and the grin from ear to ear when you both found out she was pregnant. I will never forget you, you definitely made an impression on my life - I keep you and your little family, Erica and your son, in my daily prayers. I keep this on my business cards in memory of you and other fallen brothers and sisters:
'Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the sons of God.' Matt 5:9. You are blessed to be a son of God.
Rest in Peace and may God continue to hold you in his wings of protection.

Michelle
GPD 1994-1998

Michelle Price (Thompson)
SPD

March 22, 2006

Hey Brother,

I left the Gallup P.D. two years ago to move back to Washington where I now work in a tiny P.D. for a tiny community in the mountains. It is beautiful and quiet.

I think about you often and I pray that all is well with your family. I will keep your memory alive in my heart until the day I come to join you.

- Owen

Officer Owen Couch
Sauk-Suiattle Police Department

January 14, 2006

Hey honey I know you have seen the new Camaro it is so beatiful... I know you would be wanting to trade yours in. I just hope they do release it!!! Anyway I bet you were excited! Everything fine here we miss you and love you always!!

Your wife

January 10, 2006

Hey honey just wanted to check in as the holidays get closer I always remember how much fun we had our first year.... Do you remember the car incident!!!! I know your dad still does. I can not believe it has been so long ago since you were here another year gone by. That also means one year less on the count down.

Dylan is doing awsome we are going to have a white christmas this year so it should be fun his first time sleding and snowball fighting.

I know you see everything that is going on around us and I hope that you see everyone gets what they deserve evil begets evil for sure.... I hope you approve of the changes that are taking place here I feel kind of bad moving again I love my house so much and so it is going to be a difficult thing to do but it will be good in the long run I know...right???

Anyhow I love you with all my heart soul body mind and money baby...watch over us and keep us safe as always.

your wife

December 13, 2005

Erika, I read your message you left on Dan's site on July 10,2005. I wanted to thank you for your kindness. I hope you and your son are doing ok & I hope the holidays are good to you as well. Your husband and my Dan are friends and they watch over all of us while we are here.

Bless you always,

Janice
wife of Sgt.Dan R. Starnes EOW 7/10/2001

November 21, 2005

Well I am happy to report that we offically have a bike rider..... I am sure you saw the falls he was taking but he did it so gracefully...I am amazed at his everyday achievements and wish you could be here to share in the joy that he brings to my heart everyday......
Love you with all my heart, soul, body, mind and money baby!!

your wife

November 8, 2005

Well Agent Mitchell, it's time for me to move on. I got to say that I've spent the most wonderful years here with the department, some of which were heartbreaking (May 30, 2001). I've gained a whole new family. I gave it my best with loyalty, honesty and sincerity (even though some thought otherwise). I fought hard (even though some thought otherwise) and will continue to do so. I've laughed and cried with others, those very dear to me, and some. It's not easy just to pick up and leave but I think it's all for the best. We may not always understand why things happen the way they do but there are other opportunities and blessings that GOD has in store for us. I am very grateful to have worked with you and to have known your family. They are special people and will remain in my heart always remembering them with prayer. I miss you alot. Thank you for your dedication and hard work, especially in Narcs. I think you did an incredible and marvelous job. There's not many that come along who had a great sense of humor like you. Wish we had more. Continue to look over your buddies. God bless your wonderful wife Erica and Dylan and your beautiful mom and dad. Much love.

Jen

November 4, 2005

Happy Halloween, we miss you so very much of course you already know that. This year is going so fast, its amazing how time flys....... wish you were here to enjoy it Dylan had a wonderful birthday party. hope you like the pumpkin we carved you!
Love you with all my heart soul body mind and money baby!!!!

Erika & Dylan

October 28, 2005

I still get a little misty-eyed when I think back to the academy…staying up till the early morning hours, and talking about the future, knowing full well that we had P.T. in a couple of hours. I even miss those long, six-hour drives to Alamogordo and Hobbs.

Phil

October 26, 2005

Today, I looked at my wristband that displays your name and in my office I have your name from the NLEOM wall and I found this site. Everyday I look at these things and remember your dedication to the badge and I feel your presence watching over all of us. I consider myself lucky knowing you and going to the academy with a man of your caliber. You are never forgotten in the Rudiger home. God bless the Mitchell family.

Det. Sgt. Matt Rudiger
Deming Police Dept.

October 5, 2005

Happy Birthday Larry! There are still a few of us left here at GPD Frank, Matt, Jenelle, Yvonne that remember and honor your name. You are not forgotten! I pray especially for your family today. How hard it is for them, I pray God will give them his PEACE that passes all understanding. You have left a beautiful legacy, Dylan, your beautiful and intelligent son. Erica is a wonderful mother and doing a fantastic job. God bless you Erica. Miss you still.

Linda Garcia
Prosecutors Office

September 27, 2005