Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Jerry,
Wanted to just say "Hey",while we always think of you, this time of year is especially thoughtful. Jim Wilson, our hunting partner in 97,was killed in a motorcycle accident last week-maybe you can work with him so he can ride decent when I arrive!
Your goddaughters still think of you and Chelsea actually found this site. Genni still talks about you getting her to eat the worm at Red Feather and reneging on the $5.I know I could pay it but I like the story!
Your Friends
Larry and Julie Elarton

Chief Larry Elarton (Ret. SDPD)
Bethel PD Alaska-Friend and partner

May 29, 2010

Jerry,
I just found this reflection site and wanted to leave a note.
When I heard the news of what had happen to you, needless to say I was as shocked as everyone else.
It was always a blast to hang around you. You made everyone laugh and always had a smile on your face.
May GOD watch over your daughter and may you REST IN PEACE.

Officer (Retired) Bobby Clements
U.S. Secret Service/Uniformed Division

October 13, 2009

Officer Griffin Jr., R.I.P. The justice system let you down! Your life was worth more then what the suspect got. Your daughter lost a brave man and a great father! May GOD BLESS her and YOU! Your memory will NEVER FADE!

Detention Deputy G. Carew
Seminole Co. Sheriff's Office, FL

January 2, 2009

another summer and still i think of you and the crazy days at blacks. remember when we tumble through the spin cycle and you crawled out of the ocean bleeding? i so miss going to the beach and laughing together. i've been rididng the HOG again, maybe its time to get another. what do you think? Okay, just wanted to tell you I was thinking of you, just like I do daily when I see your picture on my desk. love u.

dd

July 31, 2008

Hey Jer
Time ~ I wish we could turn back time.
Wish you were here. I wish you were here to experience and create, to create the journey of your life. I think of your happy go lucky spirit and forever remember..
Always - Me
Rebl Sol

April 25, 2008

Gerry,

We have never met, although from everything I hear I wish we had. I went to school with your daughter and we subsequently became good friends. She's a wonderful person with an amazing heart, which I'm sure is a direct legacy from you. I know you're proud of her, and she will always honor you memory.

Thank you for your service, and may you rest in peace.

Corey Springett

April 9, 2008

Jerry,

Wanted to let you know that Mary lost her battle with cancer. We spread her ashes in Anza Borrego. Every day I drive pass the Gerald K Griffin Jr Driveway off Balboa Av and think of you.

Charlie

Charlie Hogquist
SDPD Retired/SDCCD PD

February 29, 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

December 6, 2007

Hey mister,

Just wanted you to know when I said at your funeral, I will miss you every day of my life, I really do. I know we will ride again someday. Until then, Take care and know you are still loved and remembered. Mone and I talk of you often.

Bryan & Mone Young
SDPD/ Jerry's Partner

October 18, 2007

STILL......

xoxox-
Christina

September 24, 2007

no life is worth looseing. no life can be replaced. it takes someone that has bravery and a heart to do front line work. to all the officers (past and present)thank you for you selfless service

PFC Carter
United States Army

June 9, 2007

One day for one life isn't a fair sentence. Officer Griffin's life is worth more than that. I am sorry that the system worked for your killer and not you. Thank you for your service. Rest in peace.
wife of a leo

April 25, 2007

Hey Jer
Tomorrow is here too soon... that day is not a pleasant memory, I wish that time didn't exist. And still it has been four years. It is just like yesterday, and still you are not here.
You are always missed and on my mind... Remember all the times you wanted me to go with you to DC... I'll be there & will think of you on the journey.
Always - Me
Rebl Sol

April 24, 2007

Jerry,

Just wanted to let you know how much you are missed. T.C. and I still talk about you. Remember all those perfromances of "A Christmas Carol" the squad went to? And how about you organizing my promotion party w/Rikki.

Well buddy, keep them laughing and smiling in heaven. Say a few good words for Mary. She's ill and needs your help. If she doesn't recover, welcome her in heaven.

Charlie

Charlie Hogquist, Lieutenant
SDPS retired/ SDCCD PD

March 12, 2007

Wow....It's been almost 4yrs Jerry. I never knew this was here! I miss you dear brother and all the things I wish I had told you still run thru my dreams. I pray all the time to see you in Heaven.

F/F Stacey L Griffin-Rineer
Prince Georges Co. Fire Dept.

February 7, 2007

Happy Birthday Jerry-

Who can say for certain
Maybe you're still here
I feel you all around me
Your memories so clear

Deep in the stillness
I can hear you speak
You're still an inspiration
You are watching over me

Are you gently sleeping
Here inside my dream
And isn't faith believing
All power can't be seen

As my heart holds you
Just one beat away
I cherish all you gave me
Each and every day
And I believe
That angels breathe
And that you will live on
And never leave

xoxo
Christina

October 29, 2006

STILL....

christina

April 26, 2006

Hey Jer
I find myself thinking of you often~
This past weekend was beautiful~
I could imagine you biking on some trail or cruising through the hills~
Days made for you....
This specific day will always bring sadness to my heart.
I miss you daily... still.
Always - Me
Rebl Sol

April 26, 2006

To Officer Gerald Kieffer Griffin Jr., his loved ones and his fellow officers in the San Diego Police Dept.:

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

May your family continue be to comforted by the warm embrace of their law enforcement family, and other police survivors who share this painful journey with them. My heart is with your family.

Reading all the loving reflections left by those who cared for you gives us an understanding of what a good and honorable man you were and of the high esteem with which you are held.

Jerry, you rescued us, saved our possessions, our lives and our families. You are one of the rare heroes among us. You were always there for us in the most traumatic moments of our lives. No matter when we called, we just expected that you would come and do whatever it took to help us, and you always met our expectations. Your selflessness and dedication are awe-inspiring.

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.

Rest in Peace, Officer Griffin. I am so humbled by your valor and courage.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Jerry gave to his community and the citizens of California, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on April 25, 2005.

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

April 25, 2006

Jerry-
Even now you are still there for me, still helping me through life.You are my peace and comfort, still who I turn to-you have changed my life forever...even through all the pain you give me promise.
Always and forever-
CL

christina

February 10, 2006

Dear Jerry,

I only recently found this forum and am sorry I didn't post something sooner. For that I apologize

No one will ever take your place in my heart. I still get butterflies!!

I will keep this short and say to you, One of the greatest contributions a person can make in his or her life is to help change another person's life for the better. You did that for me as well so many other's Take your rest and keep watch over all of us who where a badge.

I will always love you,
E.

E.P.C.

November 23, 2005

To the family and friends of Officer Gerald Griffin Jr. and his fellow officers, and most especially to Officer Gerry Griffin:

In reading the reflections about Gerry, it is obvious he was a much loved and well-respected man, one who truly deserves the title hero. I wish I had the honor to have met him, but the essence of him lives on through the memories so lovingly recounted in the reflections. It sounds as if he lived life to the fullest and had a great spirit. I loved hearing the roll call story. What a sight that must have been.

On behalf of our entire family, we extend our sincerest condolences for the grievous loss you suffered when he was tragically killed two years. Ashley, I know that you will continue to be cared for by his friends in the law enforcement community.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the years of service Officer Griffin gave to his community as a police officer, and to his country through his Secret Service employment, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on April 25, 2003.

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

November 1, 2005

Jerry,
Happy Birthday---still miss you----
xoxo CL

October 28, 2005

....still miss you
....thanks for watching over us
CL

May 23, 2005

Many thanks for your service. As a fellow graduate from the academy. I was class 111th but we are all classmates....Jack

Jack Lane
formerly Escondido P.D & La Grande P.D

February 11, 2005