Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

~~~~~The Broken Chain~~~~~

We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name.~~In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.~~It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home.~~You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.~~Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the Chain will link again.

January 25, 2005

Carol and Craig,my prayers are with you on this anniversary.

HN Rowland
Greensboro PD

November 30, 2004

It's been three years and as time goes by you think it would get easier. This year some how seems worse than the last. Craig is such a little man and he prays for you every night. In the morning when we get up he shout's "good morning Lord, Good morning Dad" and it brings a smile to my face. What a tragedy to not have you here for him and me... I love you the same as when you where here. There is not a single day my heart doesn't find you and miss you like crazy. I pray for you too and for your family. One day I hope they will be able to enjoy our son as much as I know you would want them to. I REALLY miss you Roy. WE all do. I don't know how I will ever move on from here. We love you, now and always - Forever,
Your "Wife" and Your Son

Carol & Craig

November 30, 2004

ROY WAS A BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN. PRIOR TO HIS DEATH I HAD NOT SEEN ROY IN THREE YEARS AND I WAS SO TERRIBLY HURT WHEN I FOUND OUT HE WAS KILLED. NOTHING CAN EXPRESS THE PAIN I FEEL WHEN I THINK OF YOU . MISSING YOU ALWAYS. I'LL SEE YOU ONE DAY ON THE OTHER SIDE.

Pam Townsend

October 24, 2004

Sister of
Officer Tony Spann
Fayetteville Police Department

Although I did not know you personally, you and your family are forever in my thoughts and prayers. Please know that as I pray for my brother Officer Tony Spann and the rest of his brethren while on patrol, you and yours are also included in my prayer. To the family members, may you find peace in knowing that your fallen hero was loved and respected by many.

May God Bless You!

Angela N. Spann

July 22, 2004

You are a true hero to us all. You will never be forgotten. God bless you and your family.

DE
St. Louis City Police

May 30, 2004

I stop by this website often after the death of two dear friends with the NCSHP (Troopers Calvin Taylor E.O.W. October 3, 2001 and Anthony Cogdill E.O.W. May 30, 2003).

We all grieve over the lives lost in the line of duty. I hope you can find some comfort knowing that there are countless prayers that go out for your family.

These are senseless tragedies that never seem to stop. God Bless the men and women who continue to serve their communities in our great Nation.

...Gone, but never Forgotten....

Marti (EMT-Paramedic)
Haywood Co EMS (NC)

April 5, 2004

Roy it was a pleasure working with you and I will never forget you. God bless you brother and rest in peace.

Detective Keith L. Johnson
Durham Police Department

January 23, 2004

…TWO YEARS LATER

The dictionary defines closure as “…to be impervious to…to choke off…to constrict…to bolt…to bar…to end.” On this second anniversary of the death of our son, we find that “closure” is still out of our reach.

We recently came across an article in the C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Survivors) Newsletter (which gave the dictionary definition) that talked about closure and felt like it was written for us. As stated in that article, “For survivors, the word closure often connotes that the bereaved are underachievers who flunked a grief course.”

With the day of Roy’s death being the beginning of the “road to closure” the perception is that this road ENDS. It does not. While we can acknowledge that this road, very bumpy in the beginning, has smoothed out somewhat, the “road ends” sign is always beyond our reach. This is not because of our inability to end the grieving process. The truth is that there never is any closure when trying to apply the definition of the word with the loss of a loved one…especially your child.

Quoting again from the C.O.P.S. article, “There is no closure. The beauty of their lives never ends. The life of the dead is now placed in the memory of the living.”

For us, the beauty of Roy’s life will never end. The memory of him is forever in the hearts and minds of all of his family, as well as, we hope, the citizens of the city that he died protecting.

In loving memory of Officer Roy Gene Turner, Jr., still loved, still missed, even two years later.

The Family

December 16, 2003

Two years have gone by and we still miss you so very much. It seems like yesterday when you where here and we where a family. Our son is growing and with everyday he grows to look more and more like you. Sometimes I see you in his expression and it brings a smile to my face. I am so thankful for you and the gift you left with me Turner, even still, and threw all of the tears and lonliness and whys and wondering "what if" I am so proud of you. I know you're here with us and that is a great comfort to me. I still wish you'd come walking threw that door... I still wish I could just see your face and talk with you. I would do ANYTHING for one more day with you.
I love you...
still.

Carol Furlong Fiancee

December 2, 2003

To my "husband" we miss you so very much. Your son is growing and looks just like you. Big head and all. I wish everyday to see you walk threw that door. I don't know how you could never come home. I pray that you are in heaven and that you are ok. I hope with all of me that you could be with us and watch over your little son and protect us even from heaven. What I would do for just one more day with you.
I love you and Craig misses you.

Carol Furlong Fiance

Hey cuz, it's finally over but it was rough on everyone. I truly miss you. I find comfort in knowing that you're watching over me so keep your light shining--it keeps a smile on my face. Always know that I love you very much.

P.S. George is finally going to teach me how to shoot pool!

Candace

Candace Dixon
Family Member

The trial of the person who took your life has resulted in a guilty verdict. I think about you more and more as we approach the one year anniversary. As I said to you the last time I saw you on Thanksgiving...I love you, cuz.

Vicky Davidson
Seattle, Washington

Vicky Dav idson

It aint a day that goes by where I dont think about how it all happen. You will alway's be remembered as the one person I alway's looked up to and wanted to be like. You have and alway's will be a positive influnce in my life. Much Love and Respect.


MANN

Our family has been truely touched by your response during our time o bereavement. Thank you for your kind words and comforting thoughts.

Debbta Dean Dixon & Harvey G. Dixon

THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR ALL THE MESSAGES YOU HAVE LEFT. YOUR WARM THOUGHTS AND KIND WORDS BROUGHT TEARS TO MY EYES. I WAS NOT EXPECTING THIS WHEN I FOUND THE WEB SITE BY ACCIDENT.

ROY WAS A COURAGEOUS OFFICER AND LOVED HIS JOB!! HE IS SO LOVED AND WILL BE MISSED BY MANY MANY PEOPLE. I KNOW THERE ARE MANY THAT SHARE MY PAIN AND SADNESS--WHEN DOES IT GET EASIER?. ALTHOUGH I KNOW HE IS IN A BETTER PLACE--WALKING THE STREETS OF GOLD--I WANT HIM HERE WITH ME. ROY, I WILL ALWAYS KEEP YOU CLOSE TO MY HEART AND YOUR SPIRIT IS HELPING ME THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME. YOUR FOOTPRINTS WILL ALWAYS REMAIN IN THE SAND AND IN MY HEART!!!!

I HAVE A NEW RESPECT FOR THE LAW ENFORCEMENT COMMUNITY--YOU ARE ALL "ONE OF A KIND". MAY GOD KEEP EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU SAFE--REMEMBER TO KISS & HUG YOUR LOVED ONES EVERYDAY AND TELL THEM YOU LOVE THEM.

CANDACE DIXON
FAMILY MEMBER

To all of the officers of the Fayetteville Police Dept. I just want to let you know our department hurts with you. We must all keep our heads high and keep on doing our best for the citizens we are to protect.We must all look out for our partners the best we can and try to get the evil ones off the street.Officer Turner you will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Randy Sykes
Bladenboro Police Dept.

IT IS SO SAD TO HEAR WHEN A BROTHER IN LAW ENFORCEMENT LOSES
HIS LIFE. BUT WHEN IT IS SOMEONE I KNOW AND DEAL WITH ON A DAILY BASES, IT SADDEN'S ME VERY DEEPLY.ROY I KNOW YOU ARE WATCHING OVER US,AND YOU AND THE REST OF OUR FALLEN BROTHERS
WILL HOLD A SPECIAL PLACE IN ALL OUR HEARTS.AND TO THE FAMILY,KNOW THAT ROY WAS A TOP CLASS OFFICER AND MAN.

intake officer
cumberland county sheriff's office

Off Turner it is said "Blessed be the Peacekeepers" . You have done your duty well my Brother, now go in Peace and May God Bless.
To Mrs. Turner and family I can only express my sorrow by typing these words. YOU are part of one of the greatest families in the world, Law Enforcement. We share your grief, pain, and heartaches. May the Lord offer comfort and His Blessings to you and the Fayetteville Police Department.
The Lord is my Sheppard.....

Sgt Rex Prince
Tennessee Highway Patrol

I did not have the privledge to know you but I work with someone who called you friend. He misses you greatly and shares stories about your warmness and compassion. It is people like you who make our profession great, and you will always be remembered as a true hero.

God bless you and your family.

Master Officer M.W. Guthrie
Cary Police Department

My prayers are with your department and with your Family and Friends. God Bless You and Thank You

Anonymous

Turner, I will always remember your smiling face. We lost a great and dedicated officer. We'll miss you! I know you are in a better place, in heaven.

INTAKE
CCSO

To Officer Turner family and friends, our hearts and prayers go out to you.

God Bless you

Terry Miyares
widow
Officer Emilio Miyares
Hialeah Police Dept, Florida
1959-E/O/W 1986

Terry Miyares, officer's widow
Hialeah Police Dept. (SOUTH FLORIDA COPS, CHAPTER)

My heart aches for the parents and family of Officer Turner. Our walk in their shoes began on December 4, almost a year ago, when our son was murdered while attempting to arrest a car thief. I am angry!! It is time we took our streets back from the homeland terrorists who have no regard for the law and absolutely no regard for those who have been commissioned to enforce it. Officer Turner is a hero. May God bless his family in this sad, sad time of their lives.

Jean Hill - Mother
Deputy Barrett Hill E.O.W. 12-04-00

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Chief B.D. Turner
Pink Hill Police Department N.C.