Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

David,

Just wanted you to know I'm thinking of you today as I do every day. Still miss you so much! I can't believe how the time has flown... 8 years since you left this world.

Sgt A Cox
FCSO

April 19, 2011

Bubba
It's been a long 8 years and not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I know you are keeping watch over the people who care about you. Kep riding and I will see ya when I see ya. Miss ya brother. D

D M. Carr
Retired

March 23, 2011

To The Family Of Sgt. Land:
I wanted to offer my sympathies on your death. Your courage and bravery won;t be forgotten. I learned of your death from the National Shomrim roster. My dad belonged to Shomrim and was a New York City Officer for almost 40 years. rest in peace Sgt. land and Olav Hashalom

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 15, 2011

David

Not a month goes by I don't think of you in some way. You were the only person I know without an enemy in the world. I knew you at Stone Mtn and Forsyth County. Man, I'm glad you haven't seen what the S.O. has turned into. I, myself, got accused of something I didn't do, but another officer and his wife did and put the blame on me. Luckily at the end love, hope, and faith took the lead. I have an amazing life and the most wonderful man ever. Rick luckily was able to take a state medical retirement with social security.

I just want you to know, your smile will never be forgotten. Nor, will that crazy look you gave people. As the words you told me about our friend Don in Stone Mtn... I just can't believe the accident happened in 2003. Wow!!!

Rest in peace my friend, thanks for all the memories.

TJ
Was a Sgt

December 1, 2010

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www.davidlandmemorial.weebly.com

Taylor Land
daughter

September 3, 2010

They say memories are golden,Well, maybe that is true;
I never wanted memories,I only wanted you.
A million times I needed you,A million times I cried;
If love alone could have saved you,You never would have died.
In life I loved you dearly,In death I love you still;
In my heart you hold a piece No one could ever fill.
But now I know you want me to mourn for you no more,
To remember the happy times life still has in store.
You'll never be forgotten I pledge to you today;
A hallowed place within my heart is where you'll always stay.
If tears could build a stairway and heartache a lane;
I'd walk the path to heaven and bring you back again.
Our family chain is broken,and nothing seems the same;
But as God calls us one by one,The chain will link again.

paula I know so many of these words are true for you. I have read your passages on here and it is so evident how much you loved him!his daughter how much pride he had in you. Prayers and thoughts to you all even after all of these years.

Lt Polard
Garland county,AR

September 3, 2010

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.Thinking of the family no matter how many years go by it seems to never get easier. Thoughts and Prayers are with your wife,daughter,Siblings,& Parents he was a great person. Your memory is always with all of us,Keep smiling you are never forgotten!

C.Brown
Friend

June 25, 2010

I come to this site and read the reflections of all the people who love you and remember just how precious life is and how quickly it can end.You are greatly missed.You are just a precious,special person to sooo many people.Those who have entered into our lives for a little while and gone to soon we will hold in our hearts forever.All of us who knew you knew how proud you were to be taylor's father and Paula's husband. The joy on your face everytime you would speak of either of them was amazing. When paula would speak about you even now her heart still is yours. I know how much you and paula loved each other that love she will cherish for all of her life. She was so proud to be mrs.paula land the happiness you brought to her life will be with her forever. You are greatly missed by sooo many and know you were truly a impact on all of our lives and even though the years will go by we will never forget the great person you are and the happiness you brought to so many!

amanda
Forsyth co so

June 25, 2010

David,

So much is going on! Everything seems so overwhelming. I try to stop and catch my breath and know that you are watching over me every step of the way. Thoughts of you and us help me to calm down and know that I can endure whatever comes my way. I know that I have a guardian angel and for that I am so thankful.

It has been a long seven years. Sometimes I feel that the time has helped but then there are other times that I find myself just as grief stricken as the the initial months.

Please continue to watch over all of us. May we be blessed with health and happiness.

I love you to infinity!!!!

Paula Land
Wife

May 6, 2010

David

Its been 7 long years since you were taken from all of us. But you are not forgotten my friend,I think of you everyday and wait for my phone to beep for the call and your voice asking where are we going to eat.

I am sorry that I missed the service but I am sure that brother Shelton took care of things like it should be. I have moved away but you will always be in my thoughts and prayers but most of all in my heart miss ya bro and love ya.

to Paul,Linda and Taylor I will always remember the times we spent together and remember that David loved yous very much and he is still here with all of us. Sorry I am not there.

love always
Big daddy "D"

D.M. Carr Retired
Partner/Friend

April 20, 2010

Being a police officers daughter,
Isn't all it's cracked up to be,
It often leaves me wondering,
Will he come home to me?

As he puts on that uniform of blue,
I smile and wonder why,
he chooses a job so daring,
And then, I realize,
he has a job so hard to see,
Within the normal human eye,
he risks her life every day,
To protect both you and I.

he never asks for thanks,
So I'm going to do it for him,
Look around and see,
he's got me to come home to.

Not just him, but all cops,
Have families like you and me,
And they need to come home,
Alive and well so please,
Next time you think a bad thought,
About these officers in blue,
Remember this little poem,
And give them thanks that's well over-due

I love and miss you daddy!! :)

Taylor Land
Daughter

April 6, 2010

ITS SOUNDS LIKE THUNDER FAR AWAY...

It sounds like thunder far away, but the skies are blue and bright...
And soon they crest the hill nearby, and ride into our sight.
They shake the ground with powerful sound, and they make some hearts beat fast...
They look so proud and noble, like Knights come from the past.

Side by side, they always ride, and seem to move as one...
From early in the morning light, to the setting of the sun.
And children point and wave to them, from cars that pass them by...
And young ones ask their parents, why the men have mirrors for eyes.

They ride the roads, and fight for good, and defend small ones like you...
They ask to ride, and do with pride, and sometimes they are few.
Like men of steel, on Silver Wings, they sparkle in the light...
then with a roar and rumble, they ride out of our sight.

Sometimes when one has fallen, never to ride again...
You can hear the others calling, like thunder on the wind.
Side by side, they slowly ride, and their thunder is a mournful sound...
And the mirrors hide their eyes from us, when teardrops fall to ground.

So if you see one riding, and you look into his face...
You see your reflection in his eyes, you know that you are safe.
For motormen are a special breed, they love to ride the wind...
And when you hear the thunder boom, the fallen ones ride again.

By

Author Unknown

Rest in Peace, Brother…

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, TX

March 26, 2010

Hey David... It's been 7 years today since you were taken home. I love you and miss you and think of you daily... Seems like just yesterday I was standing in your kitchen talking to you when you came home for lunch. Keep watching over us.

Always,

Angela

Sgt Angela Crocker
FCSO

March 26, 2010

Sergeant Land, you will not be forgotten! R.I.P.

Deputy Sheriff
Livingston County (Il) Sheriff's Ofc.

March 26, 2010

To Paul, Linda, and family,

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers today.

The Clere family

Bruce
Friend

March 26, 2010

Today, will mark the 7th anniversary of the death of Sgt. David P. Land. A memorial service is planned for Today at 4:30 p.m. in front of Forsyth Furnishings on Ga. Hwy. 20. Rev. Chris Holdorf will officiate. The David P. Land Lodge #82 of the Fraternal Order of Police will be placing a wreath at the site during the ceremony. All are invited to attend as We Celebrate David's Life. Rest in Peace My Brother!!! Until we ride again, Love You and Miss You Forever.

Brother Chris Shelton
Forsyth County Sheriff's Office

March 26, 2010

I was just informed that we lost one of our own today. i know that you are with him and his family in their time of need. We all miss you so much. Keep Mike and his Family close. Love you

Mary ODell
911 Supervisor on duty that day

January 25, 2010

Daddy-
I miss you so much. There aren't enough words in this whole wide world to describe how much I miss you. Everyone always tells me that you would be proud of me but, i am never sure because you are not there to tell me yourself. I am hanging on. I am planning on doing cheerleading next year. I miss you very much. I LOVE YOU!

Taylor Land
daughter

October 30, 2009

Sometimes I just have to open this page to get my David fix. I am sure all of your friends miss that sweet smile of yours.

Mary Honiker
friend

June 17, 2009

You were a great person my friend.
You could put a smile on anyones face and make them laugh.
I think about you all the time my brother.

Jason Greene
US Customs and Border Protection

April 15, 2009

Sergeant Land
We have never met, but the reason I’m here is I was just talking to a friend of mine that lives in Georgia. We were talking about my dad who was a big motorcycle fanatic, and my friend told me about you. After reading your story and the reflections left by all your family and friends I saw some other things you had in common. Both of you paid the ultimate price doing what you loved, my fathers was during a traffic stop many years ago. My father made friends with everyone he came in contact with and would do anything for anyone just like you. I wish, there were more people in this world like you and my dad, I try. I’m sorry that your family and friends lost a very special person in their life, especially your parents, wife and daughter. Keep a watch full eye on your family, friends, and brothers and sisters of the Thin Blue Line, and I will keep them all in my prayers.
Paula
I’m sorry that your time with David was cut so short, and what I have read he is with you in every step of your life and would want you to move forward and be happy for both of you. The pain never goes away completely, but becomes bareable.
Taylor
I lost my father when I was just a little older than you. The one thing I know is that my father was, is and will be with me in everything that I do, as is your father, just look into your heart. Every night when I get into my patrol car I know he is in the passenger seat keeping me safe. When ever I have had to do something difficult or make a decision I would look into my heart and ask my dad for help and then ask myself what would my dad do.
Davids Parents
Every time I would read a refection that you left my heart would break into a million pieces, the saying is true that a parent should not have to bury a child. After my father was gone my sister and I went to live with my grandparents and I watched her die a little each day, but then she would always tell us that she feels joy knowing that my dad is with her everyday and that he is up in a wonderful place with the Lord.
David know that everyone close to you will be in my prayers that someday they find some kind of peace, as I know that the pain never goes away. Watch over your brothers and sisters in blue as we continue to work the streets.

Steve Child Survivor
Brother Officer

April 1, 2009

Bex,
I still miss you so much. It still hurts so much. I still want to share life with you. I still try to. Your absence is so empty. I need your smile, your laugh, you telling me that I take life too seriously and to just chill out. I need your bear bugs. I want to share Zach, Maddy and Sammy with you. I want them to meet you. I want them to experience you. Instead, they get me and Memother talking and remembering.... Occasionally, we get Taylor and that’s pretty good. Still - it would be better with you too.

I have a full life and am very grateful for so many things. You were an amazing brother. I love you. Sis

Shelly Steele
Sister

March 26, 2009

To Sgt. David Land and his loved ones:

On this the sixth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.

My heart goes out to your family. You’re in our thoughts and our prayers. To his parents, I share your anquish in losing a beloved child, surely one of life's greatest sorrows.

David, this world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

I also salute your service to our country through the Corps. My son was your brother in green as well as a leo brother. Semper Fi.

Rest in Peace, David. I am humbled by your valor and dedication.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service David gave to his community and the citizens of Georgia, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 26, 2003.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

March 26, 2009

Thinking of your loved ones today and everyday. I know the daily struggles they face without you and the terrible pain within their hearts. God, wrap your loving arms around them and help them with their grief and let them feel your presence.
Your sacrifice has not been forgotten.

Brenda Lucas
Mother of Chief Anthony D. Lucas, EOW 2-4-2005

March 26, 2009

I cannot believe it's been 6 years since we lost you. We miss you and talk a lot about you. The world was a little brighter and a little happier when you were here. You affected a lot of lives while you were here, but those who knew you will always carry a little bit of you in their heart and when we think of you . . . the world becomes a little brighter and a little happier.

Mary Honiker
Friend

March 25, 2009