Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"A Part of America Died"   
Somebody killed a policeman today, 
and a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect,
will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect that shot him will stand up in court,
with counsel demanding his rights.
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,
and spend many long, lonely nights.
The beat that he walked was a battle field too,
just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
to his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
a cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
and he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call, of himself gave his all,
and a part of America died.



I love you Paw
Love Courtney

In Memory Of 116 Forever in my heart

October 24, 2012

i love and miss you more every day

deputy john hicks/son
avery sheriffs office

October 21, 2012

I miss you more and more everyday i wish you were here i need to tell you so many things i took you for granted while you were here i shouldn't be sad your gone because your in a better place but i can't get that point across to myself and i need too. I love you so much I wish i could see you right now i need to tell you so many things. I can't wait to see you in heaven.

In Memory Of 116 Forever in my heart

October 18, 2012

My dad was an officer
and a Hero every day.
He made this world a safer place
for you and me to stay.

A Hero who sadly offered
the news too hard to give.
A Hero who prevented tragedy,
allowing us to live.

A Hero you asked directions from
when lost or out of town.
A Hero who aided those in need,
allowing ease to get around.

A Hero who returned your child
when danger threatened near.
A Hero who protected freedom
so we'd have less to fear.

Yes, my dad was a Hero sir,
which he showed in every way.
But, today he is a Hero sir,
because of the price he had to pay.

JOHN HICKS /SON
AVERY COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE

June 17, 2012

The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.

There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."

OFFICER BETTY HICKS BUCHANAN
Avery County Sheriff Office

May 16, 2012

I MISS YOU MORE EVERY DAY IT DONT GET ANY EASYER LOVE YOU DAD

JOHN HICKS DEPUTY AND SON
AVERY COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE

February 20, 2012

Angel In Blue

A fallen hero
an angel in blue
strong and brave
his heart ever true

He vowed to protect
no matter the pain
men, women and children
in sunshine and rain

His badge was more
than a shining pin
it was honesty, sacrifice
glowing from within

He gave of his time
his love and his life
adored his family
and loved his life

Never counting the cost
he never gave up hope
even when all seem lost
between guns and dope

His time on the streets
came to an end
now he was leading
the men from within

His time in office
came to a close
now he and his badge
retirement chose

A gun blast rang out
his chest felt tight
he was fading fast
losing his fight

As his life slipped away
an angel appeared
your time here is over
youve served your best

Its time to come home
we here have need of you
you wont be forgotten
youre an angel in blue.

OFFICER BETTY BUCHANAN
Avery County Sheriff Office

February 20, 2012

BROTHER TODAY IS 9 YEARS SENSE YOU GAVE YOUR LIFE IN THE LINE OF DUTY. WE MISS YOU AND WILL NEVER FORGET THE GREAT SACRIFICE YOU MADE FOR US ALL. I KNOW YOU ARE AT PEACE AND REAPING YOUR GREAT REWARD, BUT WE STILL MISS YOU AS BAD TODAY AS WE DID THE FIRST DAY YOU LEFT US.
I KNOW YOUR WATCHING OVER ALL OF US. THANK GOD WE KNOW WHERE YOU ARE AND WE CAN ALL BE TOGETHER SOME DAY IN HEAVEN.
LOVE YOUR BABY SISTER BETTY JEAN

OFFICER BETTY BUCHANAN
Avery County Sheriff Office

February 20, 2012

we miss you Glenn

Charli Nelson
niece

February 19, 2012

I miss you Brother and will never forget what you did for our county. Love you Brother.
Love your baby Sister Betty Jean

Officer Betty Buchanan
Avery County Sheriff Dept. and Sister

January 17, 2012

i miss you more ever day love you dad

deputy john hicks /son
avery county sheriffs office

December 16, 2011

"Police Week"

The time has now come, for this one week a year
When we all stop to think when we all shed a tear
For all of the Heroes, whose names grace the wall
And for all of those Heroes, who still answer the call

Family and friends at the wall they will stand
With pictures, letters, and love in their hands
Left at the wall will be displays of their love
A tribute to those who now watch from above

They will think of the day their world was destroyed
A split second in time causing such a great void
As they visit the wall, there is great pain in their heart
But strangely its there that the healing can start

As they stand there in awe of this memorial stone
It is then that they realize that they are not alone
So many others with stories quite the same
So many more sharing each others pain

Let us all stop and think what this weeks all about
Its for those who sacrifice for us day in and day out
And for each name engraved by the stone cutters knife
There are hundreds of people touched by that life

Although its just a week, seven days from the year
Its a lifetime of anxiety, emotions and fear
For most that will ease when the ceremony ends
But this week, lasts forever for family and friends

(c) Copyright Sergeant (Ret) Marc Turner

BETTY H BUCHANAN
SISTER OF FALLEN OFFICER GLENN H HICKS EOW 02/20/03

May 17, 2011

i love and miss you dad

john hicks son
avery sheriffs office

February 20, 2011

Brother today marks 8 years sense we lost you, and I miss you as much today as I did the first day. It's been really hard, but the Lord has helped us get through. I know John blames himself for what happened but we know God has a plan that we don't always understand. There are somethings beyond our control that we cant change, no matter what we do. I know your in a better place and at peace in the presents of the Lord and watching over us, and that one day we will all be together in heaven for every, and every. We love you and will never forget the great sacrifice you made for our county, and you will always live on in our hearts as a great hero.
Love Your Baby Sister Betty Jean

BETTY JEAN
SISTER OF FALLEN OFFICER GLENN H HICKS EOW 02/20/03

February 20, 2011

DAD IM SORRY I EVER GOT YOU IN TO THIS JOB IF I HADNT GOT YOU IN TO IT YOU WOULD STILL BE HERE WITH YOUR FAMILEY YOU LOVED SO MUCH I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO BAD I WANT TO SAY IM SORRY TO ALL MY FAMILEY TOO

JOHN HICKS
DEPUTY SHERIFF AVERY SHERIFFS OFFICE/SON

December 22, 2010

I LOVE AND MISS MY DAD WORSE EVERY DAY HE WAS THE BEST DAD A GUY COULD HAVE

DEPUTY JOHN HICKS
HIS SON AVERY SHERIFFS OFFICE

December 7, 2010

Brother today on August 20th you had another birthday in Heaven, and we sure do miss you, it's been 7 years, but we still miss you as much today as the first day you were taken from us. I know your having a great time in Heaven and we long for the day when we can all be together again. You are our Hero, and we will never forget the great sacrifice you made for us all. You are reaping you great reward in Heaven, that you deserve. We Love you and one day we will all be together again. Love Your Sister

SISTER BETTY JEAN
SISTER OF FALLEN OFFICER GLENN H HICKS EOW 02/20/03

August 19, 2010

I MISS MY DAD SO BAD HE WAS THE BEST DAD EVER

JOHN HICKS
AVERY COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE/SON

June 20, 2010

THE PAIN IS JUST AS BAD AS THE FIRST DAY I LOST DAD IT NEVER GETS ANY EASYER THE ONLY HOPE THAT I HAVE IS THAT I WILL BE IN HEAVEN WITH DAD AND MOM SOME DAY MY DAD WAS A MAN THAT NEVER LEFT MY SIDE NO MATER WHAT OR HOW BAD IT WAS I MISS HIM SO BAD HE WAS THE BEST FRIEND ANYONE COULD HAVE

JOHN HICKS
AVERY COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE/SON

March 29, 2010

A part of america died today
Somebody killed a policeman today And a part of America died...A piece of our country he swore to protect. Will be buried with him at his side.The beat that he walked was a battlefield, too,Just as if he had gone off to war; Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half-mast To his name they will add a gold star.The suspect that shot him will stand up in courtWith counsel demanding his rights, While a young widowed mother must work for her kidsAnd spend many long, lonely nights.Yes, somebody killed a policeman today...Maybe in your town or mine, While we slept in comfort behind our locked doorsA cop put his life on the line.Now his ghost walks the beat on a dark city street,And he stands at each new rookie's side; He answered the call... of himself gave his all, And a part of America died.

BETTY H BUCHANAN
SISTER OF FALLEN OFFICER GLENN H HICKS EOW 02/20/03

February 28, 2010

this was a hard day i miss him so bad he was the best dad ever

john hicks
avery sheriffs office

February 20, 2010

Glenn, thinking of your family, friends, coworkers, and agency today as again they remeber you and al lyou stood for.

A hero to more than he knows. ©2004

Emory - Arlington, WA
brother of Ferry County WA Undersheriff Matthe J Lane, EOW 5/30/2003

February 20, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

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

February 20, 2010

Wow Glenn:

It has been 7 years. I remember listening to the SO radio comin back from the western justice academy in my patrol car that afternono, just minutes after you were taken from us. I could tell something was wrong but I didn't know what till I called dispatch. It hit me like a KO punch. It killed Avery County too in a way. From the time of your death till your funeral was a sad time that I still recall as a gloomy and dark time. I still miss you my friend and often wonder if maybe I should have told you to not be a FT deputy, but I know you died doing what you dreamed of doing and no one could have died under more noble and heroic circumstances. I really miss you my friend. I know that Heaven has a good officer on its beat. I keep in touch with all the folks back down in NC. You will never be forgotten Glenn and I am proud to have known you. God Bless.

John

Chief JA Millan
Hoonah AK PD

February 20, 2010

GLENN, IT HAS BEEN 7 YEARS NOW SENSE YOU LOST YOUR LIFE , AND I STILL MISS YOU AS MUCH TODAY AS I DID THE DAY YOU LEFT US. I KNOW THAT GOD'S GRACE HAS HELPED US TO BARE THIS HEARTACH AND PAIN, BUT WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU AND THE GREAT SACRIFICE YOU MADE. WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU, AND WE KNOW IF WE KEEP LIVING FOR OUR LORD, THAT ONE DAY WE CAN ALL BE TOGEATHER IN HEAVEN. I KNOW THAT YOU ARE HAPPY UP THIRE AND AT PEACE, AND I KNOW WE CAN HAVE THAT SAME PEACE ONE DAY TO. OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL THE FAMILYS THAT HAVE WENT THROUGH THIS SAME HEART ACH, AND WE PRAY FOR GODS PROTECTION FOR ALL OUR OFFICERS. LOVE YOUR BABY SISTER BETTY.

BETTY H BUCHANAN
SISTER OF FALLEN OFFICER GLENN H HICKS EOW 02/20/03

February 19, 2010