Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

There is two-wheeled thunder on heavens streets.

RIP Sarge.

DS II R.N. Harp
Fulton County Sheroff's Department

I have known David for the past 5 years, but only really got to know him two months ago when I was assigned to the motor unit. In this time I was amazed at how many people knew and loved David. Everywhere we went there was someone there approaching him like a long lost friend. While this was incrediable to me, it was not all that supprising. Davids personality and love of people was the kind found so infrequently in ones life. Everyone loved David, myself included. There is now a void in the lives of more people than I am able to count.
David, I love and miss you. You were a partner and more importantly, a friend. You will NEVER be forgoten by myself or any of the lives that you touched in your short years.

Cpl. T.M. Lewis FCSO

Cpl. Todd M. Lewis
Forsyth County Sheriffs Office

Rest in peace David.
You gave the ultimate sacrifice.
One of God's soldiers has gone home.

Motorcycle unit
Oklahoma Highway Patrol

Please remember the fallen officers we have lost. Remember the men and women who died trying to make this world a safer and better place for us all to live in. Thank you Sergeant Land for a job well done. Please continue to watch over us and protect us as only you can. You will forever be at our side and in our hearts.

For those of you who still have loved ones with us please take the time to tell them how much you appreciate and care about them.

IF I KNEW

If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.

If I knew it would be the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more.

If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.

If I knew it would be the last time,
I could spare an extra minute
to stop and say "I love you,"
instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.

If I knew it would be the last time
I would be there to share your day,
Well I'm sure you'll have so many more,
so I can let just this one slip away.

For surely there's always tomorrow
to make up for an oversight,
and we always get a second chance
to make everything just right.

There will always be another day
to say "I love you,"
And certainly there's another chance
to say our "Anything I can do?"

But just in case I might be wrong,
and today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you
and I hope we never forget.

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
you get to hold your loved one tight.

So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
you'll surely regret the day,

That you didn't take that extra time
for a smile, a hug, or a kiss
and you were too busy to grant someone,
what turned out to be their one last wish.

So hold your loved ones close today,
and whisper in their ear,
Tell them how much you love them
and that you'll always hold them dear

Take time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "Thank you," or "It's okay."
And if tomorrow never comes,
you'll have no regrets about today.

Anonymous

David,
You touched my life in ways that you will never know. Thank you for being my friend through everything you knew that was going on. You never let me down. You always knew that a smile was all I needed to brighten my day. You will always be in my heart and on my mind. God gave you to us to leave a very special imprint on our hearts and in our lives. We knew one day that we would have to give you back but, in no way was I prepared for this. I know that God is happy to have you home. Keep 'em laughin' bubba! Love ya mean it!

Comm officer II/Kristan Hornsby
Forsyth County Sheriffs Office

To SGT.Land's family, friends, and fellow co-workers:

My deepest condolences. Even though I did not personally know you, you are still a brother to me. I recently lost my partner (C.R. Betts on 12/22/02). When you catch up with him in heavens roll call room tell him i said hey mo mo.

You need not worry and rest easy brother because those of us left behind here are your family's keeper.

Ofc Jamie Weinmann Uniform Division
East Point P.D.

To the wife and daughter of Officer Land,

I didn't know your husband or your daddy, but I do know I little about Motorcycle Officers.....They are a different kind.. loving, daring, caring, free-spirited, gentle, kind hearted, tough teddy bears.....most of all they loved you and they loved what they did for a living!! They were hero's....our hero's.......watching us everyday...

In His Memory,

Deborah Dees
Surviving Spouse
HPD Motorcycle Officer Keith A. Dees
E. O. W. 3-7-02

An friend called today to let me know that Bubba had been in an accident and was no longer with us...somehow it hasn't sunk in yet. I knew Bubba a long time ago, when he was at Stone Mountain Park and through the years hanging out at Mama's together (I can't count the times he let me vent about a boyfriend or cry on his shoulder or made sure I made it home safely!)...and unfortunately we lost touch as our lives changed with marriages and moves. I honestly can't remember the last time I saw him, but I also can't imagine this world without him. He was such an amazing person...he always had a passion for everything he did and a love for all of his friends and family. To all of you who love Bubba, my thoughts and prayers are with you. To his little girl Taylor, you have the best Dad ever, and I know he will watch over you always.

Jessica Elam
Stone Mountain, GA

Bubba...you will be missed more than you ever imagined. Although you were taken from us much too soon we know that you are in a better place. The one thing that I will miss the most are the big ol' hugs that you would give me everytime I saw you. One day I will get another hug from you. Just be sure that you have the Uno cards ready because we will play again. Thank you for being my friend.

Julie Morrell
friend

Our prayers are with your family and you. Surviving Mom of Ann Guinta

Rest in peace.

Trooper
NJSP

Rest in peace brother.

Anonymous

To Officer Land and all the heros that made the ultimate sacrifice you will always be in my prayers. Be safe and lets remember our brothers on our Memorial Service time of the year.

U.S Border Patrol

You will be missed by your family, friends, co-workers, and the citizens that you protected. Gods Speed!

Instructor
Federal

IF YOU HAD A CHANCE TO MEET DAVE, YOU WERE BLESSED. THERE IS NO BETTER MAN THAT I'VE MET. YOU ALWAYS KNEW WERE YOU STOOD WITH DAVE AND I WILL MISS SEEING HIM EVERY MORNING AND WATCHING THAT UGLY GOLF SWING THAT HE LOVED SO MUCH. MY HEART WILL NEVER BE THE SAME BUT I KNOW ONE DAY HE WILL MAKE ME SMILE AGAIN.

DAVE,
YOU WERE A GREAT FRIEND, FATHER, HUSBAND AND POLICE OFFICER AND I AM PROUD TO CALL YOU MY FRIEND FOREVER. MY SON LOVES YOU AND I WILL MENTION YOU TO HIM FOREVER.

NEVER GOOD BYE,
BUT SEE YA LATER BUBBA,

YOUR FRIEND,
JONO AND ZACKMAN

DETECTIVE JONO AGURTO
DULUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT

David,
I first met you while you moved into your apartment with Paula. You touched my life more than you will ever know. I loved, respected and admired you from day one. You never failed to make me laugh with your quick wit. And, to make me smile with that infectious smile of yours’. You made the kids in the neighborhood so happy when you drove by on your motorcycle and “Bweep bweeped” the siren. I loved to see you out walking the dogs after work. We used to all stand around and talk and laugh. Boy, do I miss it. It was such an inspiration to see your never ending love for Paula and your boundless patience with Taylor. I was so happy for you and Paula when you guys bought a house. And, got married.
I will see you in heaven and we’ll race. You ride your motorcycle and I’ll ride my red, three-wheeled scooter. There is a David shaped hole in my heart that will never be filled. Your friendship was like a diamond; very precious and very rare. I will NEVER forget you.

Paula,
I cannot say, “I know exactly what you are going through”, because David was my friend and he was your everything. No one will have the right words to make the pain go away. You were and are my friend, too. My heart is broken for you. I want to ALWAYS be there for you and just listen. Call me anytime; day or night. I Love You.

Taylor,
Don’t ever doubt how much your Daddy loved you. I saw you kneel in front of the casket and cross yourself the night of the viewing (Thursday night). You are a special 6 year old. You made, and continue to make you Daddy proud. Never forget how much Mrs. Paula loves and needs you.

Jennifer Cable Spencer
Former Neighbor and Friend

I never met Officer Land, but our paths crossed twice a day.
Always a smile and a wave for me and my son at 8:00am, and a smile and a wave at 5:30pm. You could just tell by his presence that he was a special person. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.

My son and I still wave everyday. You will be missed.

Jennifer Stanfield
Forsyth county resident

Sgt. David Land---Rest in peace my brother—You will not be forgotten. You have done your duty.

As I visit the Law Enforcement Memorial on May 15th, I will say a prayer for you, your family, and all those that have been affected by your passing.

See you some day brother.

Corporal Jodie L. Warren
Prince George County Police Department, Virginia

OUR FALLEN BROTHER

Sgt. David P. Land, there is no other
O, how we miss Our Fallen Brother.
His eyes that sparkled with a smile that shined
If only we could turn back the hands of time.
He waved and smiled to all those he passed
He played his jokes, to make everyone laugh.
He was the one who would go the extra mile
He was are true 'American Idol'
If going to daycare had a child in tears
He would make them smile and calm their fears.
A father and husband, with a heart so true
A friend and an Officer that we all knew.
Our broken hearts with time will mend
It was an honor to have such devoted friend.
SGT. DAVID P. LAND
No, there is no other
For we love and miss Our fallen Brother.

C/O II Rebecca Palacios Gayle
FCSO

My God be with Sgt. Land and give comfort to his loved ones and friend... I hear there is a place in Heaven for Harley Riders with cagers. GOD BE WITH YOU... 10-8

Ret. Patrolman W. Kovacevich, Jr
Bayou Vista Texas

Bubba...you will be deeply missed. I'm not sure that you ever knew exactly how you affected the people that you came in contact with. I do know that those of us who knew you count ourselves lucky. I will miss your smirky smile but most of all I will miss that big ol' hug that you greeted your friends with. I know that one day we will see each other again and I will get another one of those hugs. Just be sure to get the Uno cards ready because we will play again! I never got the chance to meet Paula but she and Taylor are in my prayers. I know that you will be watching over them because I know that they were your priority. I just wish that I could tell you how much your friendship meant to me. You were an extraordinary person. I will miss you.

Julie Morrell
friend

Your brothers and sisters from the National Conference of Shomrim Societies will always remember you for your supreme sacrifice. Shalom - rest in peace.

National Shomrim
National Shomrim

Bubba was my friend during High School & College and my adult years. He was such a wonderful, kind, friendly person. I know that there is so much going on right now and I'm sorry we never got to say good-bye. You will never be replaced. I love you. "Kimbo"

Kim
Redan High School

It's obvious by the prior reflections that Sgt. Land was one heck of a guy (after all, anyone called Bubba can't be all bad!!). It will never make sense as to why this tragedy had to happen. I will add his family, friends and co-workers to my list of prayers. The next couple of weeks will be tough on everybody, but, eventually you will smile when you say his name and all the funny stories will be told again. I still think about our fallen officer everyday and I just hope that George is showing Sgt Land the ropes and both are watching over us all.

Deputy Faith Hill
Shelby County Sheriff's Office

God be with you and your family. Sorry to hear of such a tragedy. Your our in our prayers.

Rapides Parish Training Division
Rapides Parish Sheriff's Office, Alexandria, La.