Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hey hon!

It's coming up on the anniversary again... They are naming the bridge over Haw Creek after you. I pray that it reminds everyone of you and what happened to you. The day we lost you was truly a day that made Heaven a better place and Earth a little less happy.

I wish I knew more people like you. When I'm down I think of you and how you could ALWAYS make anyone smile and appreciate life and all that is good. I miss you David. I truly believe you made this world a better, nicer, less evil place to live and work.

Love always!

DFC Angela Crocker
Forsyth County SO

February 16, 2009

Hi son, happy birthday, wanted to let your friends know about a special party that Lauren and your daughter Taylor "suprised" your mother and I with this Sunday. I don't have to tell you about it because, you were there, in our hearts and in our spirits, your were there. Bruce, Brian and Freddie from the old "Hidden Hills" neighborhood came. To see them with Taylor was special. To see them again was special but to be truthful, mom and I miss you being here with us. You are loved and missed.
Dad

Paul Land
Father

February 11, 2009

Dear David,

I wish that I could hear your voice and feel your embrace. Even though it has been almost six years, there is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. I miss you so much. It is just that life is just not the same and never will be. I wish that the heartache would stop.

It is hard to beleive that your birthday will be here tomorrow. I still get anxious when any of those "big days" approach. I just want them to hurry up and pass. I will try to celebrate you and how full of life you were.

Please continue to give me the strength to endure whatever the future holds for me.

I love you to infinity!
P-

Paula Land
Wife

February 10, 2009

Bubba,
I wanted to thank you for being such a wonderful person. I had the distinct honor of sharing your memory today with a few of your favorite people (smile). I know you are so proud of Taylor, she has such a joyous spirit. Taylor met my daughter, Peyton McKenzie(3 weeks), and son, Garrett (5) today. I can't tell you how surreal it was to see your daughter holding my daughter in her arms. Your parents look great. Pappa Land still has style (Polo sweater) and Mamma Land is so precious.

We have Lauren to thank for getting everyone together; that and facebook (smile). Two of the good ones, Brian and Fred, from the old neighborhood were there with their little ones (Jackson and Sophia).

A house full of love gathered together to honor the most lovable guy GOD ever created.

Love you man!

Bruce
Friend

February 8, 2009

Bubba,
I haven't seen you since the early 90's when I worked at Stone Mountain, but to hear this news just breaks my heart. You were the happiest, sweetest guy I knew growing up. Taylor, I have never met you, but your Daddy was the best. When we were in Elementary School, he would stick up for the kid getting picked on and was always there for a hug and a smile. His special spirit filled any room he was in, but I guess you know that. Know that there are many people out there who carry around wonderful memories of your father and wish you nothing but love and happiness. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts, as I will hold Bubba in my memory.

Ashley Perry Agans
Childhood Friend

January 23, 2009

Merry Christmas in Heaven Bubba, I know you will are watching over your family and friends. I would like to wish them also a Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year. Take special care of Taylor.
Mary

Mary Honiker
friend

December 11, 2008

I haven't been to this page for a while. Lauren sent a message from two of Bubba's childhood friends to the family. Thanks Kent and Brian for the messages. What a great friendship. I know David is smiling on us and encouraging us to be the best we can be in our life. He was. We miss his face, but I know he is at every gathering of friends and family sharing blessings with us and looking over us in hard times. Love you now and always and I miss you all the time. Your nephews bring your name up often and I know you are with them. Justin wants to be an officer one day. Thanks to everyone who continues to provide love and prayers to Taylor.

Sincerely, Lesie K. Land-Mims

Leslie K. Land-Mims
Sister

October 16, 2008

Hey Bubba,

Let me tell you, I've been on Facebook.com lately getting in touch with everyone from Redan. It is crazy, just takes me back to YOU, talking with everyone. It seems that we all have grown up got married have children. Makes me very sad that I can not get intouch with you. Your the one I want to talk too.
I truely miss you Bubba,

Kimbo

Kim

September 30, 2008

Bubba,

As these five years have passed, I have thought of you often.

To Taylor: I grew up with your dad in Stone Mountain. He lived up the street from me and we were dear friends. We learned to play golf together, planted sod in Paul & Linda's yard when we were kids, wrestled, played football and watched out for one another. He taught me about Hank Williams, Jr. and bass fishing. I don't think I ever taught him much. Your dad was the best friend anyone could have. He kept me out of trouble more than once.

In every class and school we attended (Main Street Elementary/Miller Grove/Redan H.S.), Bubba was "The King". He was equally admired and loved by the faculty, staff and student body. My parents thought Bubba was the funniest human being on the planet. We still laugh when we talk about him.

To Paul, Linda & Shelly: Often the first thing I think of when I think of my days in Stone Mountain is my dearest friend Bubba. We had spoken just prior to the accident and had plans to play golf with Kent Scolamiero & Fred Chiverton (the Original Foursome). I passed by the church where the funeral was held this past month. I was on my way to a race and decided to take the backroads. As soon as I passed by there, I began to cry because I knew that I had gone that way for reason. NONE of his childhood friends will EVER forget him. We all talk about him more than you will know. I think of you guys often. Please let me know if there is anything I can ever do.

Brian Horton
Childhood friend

August 26, 2008

Bubba, even though i don't write all the time, I still miss you dearly. I think about you all the time. It's funny how i will just be going theough my day and then all of a sudden, you pop in! It's weird because that's how it was when you were with us, I would go for a week without hearing from you, then, all of sudden there you were at my door. You always made my day when you did that and i guess you are still have your way of making it happen. I miss you soo much and can't wait to spend time with you again. Love you always!

Faith

July 24, 2008

RIP DPL.....REST IN PEACE DADDY!!!!

Taylor Land
Daughter

June 27, 2008

Daddy:\

I MISS YOU SO MUCH EVERY DAY...I KNOW I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN BUT TH HAD THING IS THE WAIT TO SEE YOU AGAIN....I KNOW THAT YOU WILL ALWAYS LOVE ME....BUT IT IS SO HARD...BUT I KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE....ALL YOUR FRIENDS ALWAYS TELL ME STORIES OF YOU AND THE FUN TIMES THAT THEY HAD WITH YOU...I JUST WISH THAT YOU WERE STILL HERE WITH US SO YOU COULD LAUGH WITH US ABOUT THE FUNNY TIMES....I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT WHEN I WAS LITTLE YOU WOULD ALWAYS PLAY "THE PRINCESS GAME" WITH ME AND WE WOULD LAUGH AND PLAY. I AM HAVVING A TOUGH TIME TODAY...BECAUSE YOUR NOT HERE WITH US.....EVERYBODY SAYS THAT I LOOK JUST LIKE YOU...THATS WHY THEY LIKE SEEING ME...THEY SEE YOU IN ME.....IT JUST HURTS REAL BAD THAT YOU AREN'T HERE WITH US....

YOUR SAD DAUGHTER,
TAYLOR

Taylor Land
Daughter

June 4, 2008

Dear Paula,

I was leaving a reflection for my husband since tomorrow will be 7 years since he went home to the Lord and decided to leave one for David. Even though I didn't have the pleasure to meet him I think that you're a beautiful and sweet friend and by knowing you I can have an idea the person that David was too. I think of you all the time and pray that God continues to gives us the strength to endure this void and journey. Always in my thoughts your friend.

Patty Vasquez
Spouse Survivor HPD A. Vasquez EOW 5/22/01

May 21, 2008

David,
It is hard to believe that it has been five long years since your crash. There is never a day that goes by that I don't think or speak about you.

David you are a lasting impression to me and our Department. I miss your friendly caring words and how you treated your brothers and sisters here at the Department.

There will never be another Bubba Land, but I want you to know you will never be forgotten by anyone.

Sgt.

Anonymous
Forsyth Co S.O.

April 8, 2008

HEY DADDY WE LOVE AND MISS YOU EVERY DAY. WE ARE STILL HANGING
ON. IT WAS REALLY HARD AT MY BIRTHDAY PARTY WHEN ALL YOUR FRIENDS CAME OVER AND WERE TALKING ABOUT FUN TIMES WITH YOU. I KNOW YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE BUT SOMETIMES I JUST WISH THAT IT WASN'T TRUE. IT IS NOT "GOOD BYE" IT IS "SEE YA LATER". YOU KNOW WE STILL LOVE YOU AND CARE ABOUT YOU. I THINK THAT YOU WOULD BE SO PROUD OF ME AND ALL OF MY ACCOMPLISHMENTS.

YOUR DAUGHTER,
TAYLOR

Taylor Land
Daughter

April 4, 2008

WE MISS YOU...AND I KNOW YOU ARE SMILING IN COMPLETE AMAZEMENT IN HOW WONDERFUL SHE IS. SHE'S SUCH A JOY TO BE AROUND..WE CAN FIGURE OUT WHO'S PERSONALITY SHE HAS LATER... HA! I THINK MINE !!!! IM GLAD YOUR STILL AROUND, ONLY IF IN SPIRIT. THAT'S FINE TOO !

R.I.P. DPL.

LAUREN/TAYTOR

March 31, 2008

We still miss and love you dearly. Not a day goes by that Chris and I don't think about you and look at your smiling face on the picture in our office that sits next to your helmet. We worry so much about our "new" Motorcycle crew, but we know you will look over them. Your smile brings a smile to our face and we will NEVER forget you.

Love ya!

Lt. J.C. Chapman
Forsyth County Sheriff's Office

March 26, 2008

Sending my thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Sergeant Land on the anniversary of his passing. ~Never forgotten~

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

March 26, 2008

I just wanted to say that you were the kind of cop that I want to be. I want to be the one that everyone can always count on for a laugh or a smile or just a genuine good time. I miss you DP. And I can't believe it's been 5 years today. Two days ago, a beautiful March day...it was gorgeous outside, kind of chilly, but nice. And then it started snowing...and I thought, you know, it's been almost 5 years to the day that we lost you, and I smiled and remembered that the day we laid your body to rest, it again, was a nice March day. And while we were celebrating your life, it started snowing. Late March. I would swear you were playing your last trick on all of us...just to let us know that you were present with us still. :) I miss you like you'll never know...

DFC Angela Crocker
sister in blue

March 26, 2008

Bubba,

I'm thinking of you this week and ALWAYS... you left a impression on my heart and life that will live forever... I know you are cutting up with everyone up there - and how lucky they are to have you as a friend. I love you, David and miss you terribly.

Taylor - your daddy would be soooo proud of you!! I love you, too - so much!

Love,
Kelly

Kel-Bel

March 25, 2008

Hi Bubba,
I can't believe it's been 5 years. You are still missed and not be forgotten.
Your friend
Mary

Mary Honiker
Friend

March 24, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

February 26, 2008

Sorry, Bubba, I just found this Memorial for you...but I'm posting right away. I first worked with Bubba years ago when we were in our late teens and early twenties at Stone Mtn Park...and what a hoot we had!...I remember thinking, "How can someone be so aggravated with a drunk at one moment, but yet maintain that ever-present sense of humor!" We went our separate paths later at different law enforcement agencies, but then one very late night I stopped him in Decatur on his way home from APD (yep, he was travelin' in a hurry ;o)...as soon as I walked up, though, that unmistakable grin was on his face and, of course, we reminisced about the past and he was sent on his way. A few years later our lives crossed paths again in Forsyth where I worked a very few years in UPD and CID...and what a blessing it was to see Bubba walk into CID occasionally with his jokes, his laughs and his generally unique demeanor...and, if you know David, you know what I mean by "unique"...he was unlike anyone I have ever met. Heck, I didn't even have to look up when I heard his voice and laughs...I knew Bubba had just walked through the door! I've said it many times and the same will always hold true I suppose...the great ones are ALWAYS taken way too soon...it ceases to amaze me. Bubba, I know you're still cuttin' up and grinnin' as you look down upon us. God be with you my friend, you will always be remembered!

Eric Swilley
Co-worker and friend

February 22, 2008

Daddy we miss you every day....we all are still hanging on...We miss you and love you very much...we think about you all day every day...wish you could still be with us but i know you are in a better place up there.

Love Your Loving Daughter,
Taylor

Taylor Land
Daughter

February 19, 2008

HEY BROTHER,
I WAS SITTING AT YOUR DESK TODAY AND CAME ACROSS SOME OF YOUR OLD FILES. IT'S FUNNY BECAUSE JUST LAST NIGHT I FOUND SOME OF OUR OLD "BASEBALL" CARDS. THAT SEEMS FOREVER AGO. ANY WAY I PUT EVERYTHING IN ONE FILE, LABELED IT DAVIDS STUFF, AND PUT IT RIGHT UP IN FRONT OF EVERYTHING ELSE. NOT THAT YOU WOULD BE FORGOTTEN OR ANYTHING, ITS JUST THERE FOR A REMINDER. IT WASN'T LONG AGO THAT ME AND WIGGINS WERE TALKING ABOUT YOUR TRIPS AND OUR NIGHT OUT AT STARTIME. I DON'T THINK I HAVE EVER HAD AS MUCH FUN. WE SURE DO MISS YOU BROTHER.

CPL K. M. HALL
FORSYTH COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE

February 14, 2008