Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

In a couple of days marks 6 years. God, I ask that you embrace the family of Julie as we approach May 6th. May their hearts be filled with your love and peace. May they be strengthen by your presence. Let us not remember how she left this world 6 years ago but let us remember the joy and happiness she shared with us. Let us celebrate the life of Julie. We know that she is with you God, so fill that emptiness with joy as the joy of the Lord will be our strength. Bless her mom and continue to give her guidance daily. In his name, amen.

A fellow law enforcement sister.

April 29, 2008

I just wanted to thank-you for your service. I sure you made a difference in your community. Rest in peace.

Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Department

March 18, 2008

Thank you,Officer Jacks,for your service.

CC3 James Stalcup
Tennessee Department of Correction

March 8, 2008

Remembering Julie on her birthday.
The Bond Family

February 7, 2008

My dear Jules,

Today is your birthday…and it still hurts that you aren’t here.

I remember the times we celebrated birthdays with Sheree, Misty & Jessica. Your birthdays were close together and we would have one huge party. There would be so many of your friends there. You girls had so much fun. Those are wonderful memories. I miss you so much.

All my love forever,

Mom

February 7, 2008

Happy Birthday Julie! I miss you. Luv Ya!

Officer Amy Jones #935
CPD

Officer Amy Jones #935
Chattanooga Police Dept.

February 6, 2008

Hey there Julie,
Remembering you on your birthday, Feb. 7. How excited we all were when you came into our lives! Thanks for all of those sweet memories. You are loved and missed.
Always thinking of you.
With all my love,
Judie

February 6, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

January 29, 2008

Once again, justice is served. Your killer will not go free.

As much peace of mind as that brings, there is no peace at heart. I know you are safe, whole, happy and at rest in heaven but those who love you will know no rest until they join you.

I know I am not telling you anything you don't know, but your mom is one brave and strong woman. You must be so proud. Your legacy lives on..

Lori Duckworth
Family Friend

January 18, 2008

Hey there Julie,
Thinking of you. Love you.
Judie

January 17, 2008

Dear Julie~
I miss you everyday. I have been thinking about you so much, and how you made an impact on every life you touched. Until we meet again, my friend...
I love you,
Misty

Misty
Best Friend

January 5, 2008

Merry Christmas!

December 25, 2007

Remembering Julie and her family this Christmas. I know you are missing her terribly.
"Be of good courage".

December 24, 2007

My dear Jules,

Another Christmas is here...I miss you so much. There’s not a day that goes by without so many thoughts of you. Your precious memory will always be in my heart and soul. We shared so many special times.

All my love forever

Mom

December 21, 2007

Julie,
I never knew you at all but I wish I had. I am currently in the application process with the Chattanooga Police Department and from what I have read about you, I wish I would have had an opportunity to work with you. I just hope that I have the opportunity to make an impact like you have.

Jennifer Hakeem
TN Board of Probation & Parole

November 29, 2007

It is coming up on our 9 year anniversary. I can remember the first day of the academy like it was yesterday. We had so much fun. You are missed. Love Ya!

AJ
Chattanooga Police Dept.

November 3, 2007

Julie, we all think of you so often. Can't believe you have been gone for over 5 years. I read a lot of the reflections. You touched so many lives. Being an officer is all you wanted to do. I think it is great that you still got to be a part of Ashley's wedding. Take care Julie. You are always in our thoughts and prayers.

Debbie McGowan/friend former co-worker

October 5, 2007

I REMEMBER WHERE I WAS WHEN I HEARD THE NEWS..CAN'T BELIEVE ITS BEEN 5 YRS. I NEVER KNEW YOU, BUT I HAVE A BUNCH OF CPD FRIENDS AND THEY ALL SAID GREAT THINGS ABOUT YOU. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO YOUR COMMUNITY AND COUNTRY. REST IN PEACE JULIE. I KNOW JESUS IS PROUD OF HIS NEW ANGEL. I KNOW I'LL GET A CHANCE TO MEET YOU IN HEAVEN SOMEDAY!

GOD BLESS YOU!

RIC DAVIS

RIC DAVIS
HAMILTON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION

October 3, 2007

I was just thinking about you and all the good times we had together. I miss your great personality...what an inspiration you are to so many! Miss you..Luv you! C-ya soon!

AJ
Chattanooga Police Department

September 11, 2007

Thinking of you...Love you, Judie

July 17, 2007

Julie,

It has been five years since you were taken away. I did not know you personally, but I knew officers who did. I look upon the memorial and think of a good friend who died protecting his city, Aubrey Hawkins, Irving PD, Irving TX. This much I know, we must never forget those who have fallen in the line of duty, and must always Honor them, and for those who are coming out of the academy, just remember, if this terrible action should happen, you will never travel alone, there are those who will welcome you. We do what we do because we love the job, for all the officers who have fallen, we will always be there to pick you up and carry on your name and your morals.

Brett
D.H.S.

May 31, 2007

Jules,

Ashley’s wedding was Saturday. It was a wonderful ceremony…she was so beautiful. You would be very happy for her.

We missed you so much, but you were with us in our hearts and memories. She had your picture and purple tulips (your favorite color) on the entrance table in your memory. She wanted you to be a part of her wedding.

All my love, now and forever.

Mom

May 29, 2007

I did not know you personally but I know what you did,as I read the memorials I come to mind John 13:15 and all Blue angels that have gone before us.
You are now God's angel.

Capt. Blue
Narcotics officer

May 21, 2007

Officer Julie, So sorry. I just Pray God Bless and continue to comfort your family. I met your mother yesterday you have a sweet mother. She was very helpful to me and so glad we got to meet. You are a true hero. You and my son are both hero's and now you walk the streets of heaven together. You will never be forgotten for your bravery.

Deputy Mike Altmans Mother

Deputy Mom

May 16, 2007

Julie,
Yesterday was Mother's Day, and I thought about your mom so much...how it has been 5 years since she has been able to spend a Mother's Day with you. I took flowers to your resting place last Sunday, on the 5th anniversary of that horrible day...and it was very strange to go there again. It does not matter how much time passes...it is still like only yesterday in my mind...and I don't know if it will ever be easier to deal with the sights and sounds of that day. I know that you are in a better place, and I try to take comfort in that...but, things still seem so unfair. It is unfair that life for you stopped so young and for the rest of us, it just continues. So much has changed for me in the past five years...I have become a wife, I have become a stay-at-home mom with a 1 year old son and will be having another baby in a few months...All of these life changes have been exciting...but, I have always thought of you, and how you should have had the chance to experience all of this too. I think of you every day. You will never be forgotten...no matter how much time passes.

Jennifer Kilgore
Former Chattanooga Police Officer

May 14, 2007