Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dear Denise,
Although we don't know each other
I think of you often when I come to
this website. And since it's Brian's
4th anniversary of his homegoing,
you are again on my mind, you and
your kids. I'm sure you couldn't get
thru this without the Lord. When we get home, I will be anxious to meet you and Brian and see you reunited as a family again. Until then, we can only imagine the peace and love of Jesus that Brian experiences every minute of every day. God bless you, dear ones.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

February 16, 2006

Thank you brother for your dedication and sacrifice. Rest in Peace. God be with your family and friends.

Fellow Brother in Blue

February 9, 2006

Soon it will be 2 years that you were called away from duty. I wanted to stop here to say that you have not been forgotten and I consider you a true hero. I know the pain is still present here because of their loss. They have only yesterdays as their tomorrows were taken away. Those that love you will think of you every day and will keep your name alive for as long as they walk this earth. The Family Blue will keep your name alive forever. Wrap your wings around your wife and children, protect them and help ease some of their grief. Watch over them and guide them on their journies through life. Trooper Nichols, you have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon, father of fallen officer Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Bob Gordon

January 31, 2006

To the family of Trooper Nichols,

I wanted to take a moment to let you know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you begin another New Year without your beloved Brian. Please know that he is not forgotten.

I lost my husband in the line of duty 9 months ago, leaving me alone to raise two children. I have an understanding of how you feel. This is a very painful journey which I never thought I would take. It gives me some comfort though, to think that our wonderful husbands are walking Heaven's streets of gold and are safe in the arms of the angels. We will see them again some day, but until then they will give us the strength and courage to continue on.

Thank you, Trooper Nichols, for your service and ultimate sacrifice. May God bless you, and may you rest in peace.

Carin E. Sollman
widow of Easton Police Officer Jesse E. Sollman, EOW 3/25/05

January 10, 2006

Trp. Nichols...

I still pray and think of you and your family. I know you are spending Christmas with Jesus this year...please continue to look out for us. God bless you and your family.

Trooper
NCSHP

December 25, 2005

Brian,

Tomorrow the kids and I will be going to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg with Josh and Heather. It will be fun but also sad. I know the next time that I went, it should have been when we went to renew our vows like we were going to for our 10th anniversary. I will do it anyway from the highest mountain I can find. Even though last year was our 10th anniversary. But we didn't make it together. The closer to where you are the better. Be listening! I love you baby and nothing will ever change that.

I love you,
Denise

October 12, 2005

My fiancé, Dennis McElderry, was the first law enforcement casualty of 2003. Dennis was a Deputy Sheriff with the Davis County Sheriff's Office in SE Iowa. Dennis died doing a job he loved, just as I'm sure Keith did. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and Keith be the last to die this way.

Having gone through the pain of losing Dennis I can truly understand and feel the pain that Trooper Nichol's family, friends, and co-workers must have gone through in losing him. My heart goes out to you all, especially to his wife. No one can truly understand the pain of our loss until they've walked in our shoes. Please know that my thoughts are with you and that you are not alone in your "journey". Should you ever need anything please do not hesitate to contact me. (The Davis County Sheriff's Office and COPS will also always know how to reach me.)

As a fallen officer "survivor" and a friend, please accept my condolences on behalf of myself and the McElderry family. I never got the opportunity to know Keith but, I am certain he was well respected and well loved. Keith will live on in the hearts of all the lives he touched. You were all blessed to have been able to know and love Keith, even for a short time. I pray that Keith and Dennis will continue to watch over us along with all the other fallen officers all as only they can.

Thank you Trooper Nichols for a job well done and for helping to make this world a safer place for us all. Please say "hello" to my fiancé Dennis for me.

Wishing you and all those who loved you brighter and better days,

Jocelyne :)

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancée of Deputy Sheriff Dennis Ray McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

August 29, 2005

Alabama is proud of you. Denise is so strong for you. I will be a law enforcement officer soon and I know how it must hurt your family. I go with my wife to Gatlinburg all the time,and next time I do it will be in your honor. Denise is right you have it so much better than we do down here. I look foreward to meeting you in Heaven Brian. Denise Psalm 34:18 will be a comfort and a promise to you.Bless you both, Denise keep the faith. Bruce

Bruce
friend of troopers everywhere

August 25, 2005

Denise,
I had no idea this site existed until 2months ago we lost one of our own Deputy George Griffin in Arkansas,I also had no idea there were so many HEROS that died in the line of duty like Trooper Nichols,please know even though we dont know each other personally we are praying for you and your precious children daily.God Bless you and those children and we pray for God to continue to give you strength.I saw one of your reflections where Trooper Nichols was saying prayers prior to his death WOW what a wonderful memory to have such a great husband,father,friend and Trooper!

Thank you for your service Trooper Nichols

Tonia Hale Paramedic and Wife of White County Deputy Lt.Norman Hale

Tonia Hale Paramedic

August 25, 2005

Trp. Nichols....Just thinking of you and your family today...

Trooper
NCSHP

August 14, 2005

Happy 11th Anniversary. On July 9,1994 I became Mrs. Brian Nichols. That was one of the happiest days of my life, the others were the birth of our children. I miss you and wish you were here to celebrate with me. Until we meet again.....

I LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!!
Denise

July 9, 2005

Well baby, today is my birthday and tomorrow is Father's Day. I really, really miss you. I wish you were here so much to celebrate my birthday with me. And I wish so bad that you were here for the me and the kids tomorrow for Father's Day. They miss you so much too. It is so unfair that you are not here with us. We all miss you and think of you constantly. We love you and miss you. Have a great Father's Day with your Heavenly Father. Until we are together again......

I LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!
Denise

June 18, 2005

hey denise i am not for sure if u rember me but my husband dannie got killed allmost 3 years a go in pichard well i just wonted to know how you are doing and the kids i hope ever thing is going great just keep looking to god and praying it helps a lot and i know u do i know it is not easy rasing children on your on it gets better as the day goese by well i gess i will write and talk to u later krystal clark

krystal clark

May 7, 2005

Dear Denise,
I came upon Brian's memorial page, while reading through the different officer's memorials tonight. My heart broke for you as I read your condolences to your husband. The love you shared is so beautiful. I am so sorry for your loss. Brian is a true hero in my book, for he gave the ultimate sacrafice, as did the other fallen officers...he laid down his life while protecting others---I can think of nothing more honorable than that. I know you are incredibly proud of your husband, just as I am of my Josh.

I lost the love of my life, my precious Josh, almost a year ago this May 2. Although Josh & I were not married, I understand the pain and the sorrow that comes from losing the one person you love so deeply. I met Josh when I was 14 years old, in our church youth group. He was the cutest boy there....gorgeous in every aspect. We began dating when I turned 16 and continued our amazing 4 year + relationship up until his death. When Josh died, a part of me died with him. I love him and miss him more and more as each day passes. My life will never be the same, now that he is gone.

I know that there aren't any words that can take away the pain you feel. Just know that I am thinking about you and lifting you up in my prayers. I pray that you and your family will be comforted in mighty ways. Continue to reflect on all the great memories you and Brian made together and the love you shared. Brian is with you always, in your heart. I send you love, support, comfort, and a hug.

Sincerely,
Kelly Gillain "Josh's Kelly"
Significant Other to Deputy Sheriff Joshua E. Blyler EOW 5.2.04

Kelly Gillain
Sig. Other to Deputy Sheriff Joshua E. Blyler (EOW 5.2.04)

April 29, 2005

Denise-You do your husbands memory proud with your many heartfelt reflections. Your honor his life and his sacrifice with your courage and dignity. I hail from Alabama and always thought highly of the Troopers-I serve now in North Carolina but I work in honor of your husband. May God richly bless you and your children in the days ahead.

anonymous

April 7, 2005

Just thinking about you missing you today! I love you baby!

Yours forever,
Denise

March 22, 2005

Dear Brian,
We are still reeling from the tragic events that occured in Atlanta commencing the 11th of March. A
sadistic madman who shares your
name killed 4 people before surrendering to law enforcement.
The same name, but what different
choices the 2 of you made. This life
is filled with so much sorrow and
tragedy we need the Lord Jesus every minute just for the strength to
take that next breath. Your wife is
still such a trooper, keeping your memory alive and reaching out to
others. I know that will be a tremendous reunion for your family
when you are altogether again. I look
forward to that day when I can witness that for myself and meet the
other law enforcement officers who
knew Christ personally and will go
home to Heaven, too some day. Come quickly, Lord Jesus. Come
quickly.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

March 15, 2005

Today a tragedy occured in Atlanta, GA. A criminal with the same name as you, Brian Nichols, killed a judge, reporter, deputy and wounded another. So horrible. When I learned of his name it sent shivers down my spine. You, my Brian Nichols, died protecting and this coward Brian Nichols, killed those protecting. How can so many things like this happen??? It outrages me. Anyway , I just had to write and tell you about my thoughts.

I love you,
Denise

March 11, 2005

Brian,you are not forgotten. Denise....you and the kids are still in my prayers.

Ofc. James (Jamie) Dixon
Moultrie PD

March 1, 2005

Thank you again for your sacrifice. I thought of you and your family today. Please continue to keep us safe.

Trooper
NCSHP

February 17, 2005

Baby, this next week will be your 3rd birthday in Heaven. I know it will be wonderful for you. We miss you here though. You would be 38 if you were still with us but you are younger now, only 3! I can imagine it is wonderful there and celebrating your new birthday with Jesus. I am forever grateful for the time He allowed you to be with us, I just wish it could have been longer here! I miss you every day and Keith and Leanna miss you too!

Well until that happy day when we are together again.........

I Love You,
Denise

February 11, 2005

Trooper Nichols, you are a inspiration to me and my fellow Troopers. Your sacrifice will NEVER be forgotten. You are a true hero and you heroic actions help guide me to job my job everyday to the best of my abilities. Your wife is so strong and soldiers on not matter what. God bless her. Rest easy brother Keith, you are forever by my side, sir.

Trooper
MASS STATE POLICE

February 10, 2005

On behalf of the men and women of the Virginia State Police we extend our condolences to the family of Trooper Brian Nichols and the members of the Alabama Department of Public Safety.
May the family take comfort in knowing the we continue on in his memory.
Rest in peace troop.

Senior Trooper
Virginia State Police

February 1, 2005

I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

May God continue to rest your soul.

January 5, 2005

Just wanted to check your page and tell you I love you! Christmas was hard again. We all miss you so much. New Year's Eve is the night you proposed to me and it is hard too. Then your birthday in January and then the 3 year mark in February. I really wish I could just go to sleep in November and not wake up until after February 17. I will never forget the look on Darrel's face the night he had to come with Bro. Russell and tell us the awful news. The look on their faces were too much! I still see that look every day. Everyone misses you so much! Especially me and the kids!!

Until we meet again!,

Love ya forever!,
Denise

December 29, 2004