Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

IT IS ALWAYS HARD TO LOOSE ONE OF OUR OWN,ITS VERY IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND HOW DANGEROUS OUR CAREERS AS TROOPERS REALLY IS,MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL OF YOU AND TO TROOPER COGDILL'S FAMILY

trooper josep s mcfall
MS. HWY SAFETY PATROL TROOP-K

February 22, 2005

While browsing through the ODMP I came across your memorial and read many of the reflections left in your honor. It is evident that you, sir, were truly loved and are missed by many. Rest in heavenly peace and watch over those you left behind. Thank you for your service, bravery and selflessness. A true hero to many.

Michigan

February 21, 2005

Cody, Heidi, family, just a note Im thnking of you guys.

Anthony, A hero to more than he knows.™

Emory - Ephrata, WA
brother of Ferry County WA Undersheriff Matthew J. Lane, EOW 5/30/03

February 3, 2005

Trooper Cogdill,
Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrifice for the citizens of North Carolina. The only other thing I would like to say is what was the jury in this case thinking when they convicted the reckless driver in this case of only a misdemeanor despite witnesses.
R.I.P. Trooper Cogdill
Anonymous

January 29, 2005

Heidy and Cody, Merry Christmas to you. I did think of you guys today, as I thought of Matt. I pictured both of our heros lookng down on us. Anthony you are missed and loved dearly, Im sure you know that and see it everyday. You will not be forgotton.

A hero to more than he knows.

Emory - Ephrata, WA
brother of Ferry County WA Undersheriff Matthew J. Lane, EOW 5/30/03

December 25, 2004

To Heidi and Cody
Even though I have never met either of you. I was a year ahead of Anthony in high school, I still remember his laughs in school. It is sad not having Anthony and Calvin on wreck scenes or in the ambulance room at the hospital.
My heart goes out to you this holiday season. God bless all of you.

Beverly Fisher
Haywood County Rescue Squad

December 23, 2004

Merry Christmas Anthony. I miss you brother!

December 22, 2004

I was looking at the ODMP and saw your face and remebered that you and I went to BLET together. You never know what's going to happen out here on these streets we travel but you know that someone will show up to help. We are in the business of helping others and that sometimes puts us at great risk. You have done your job and given your all. So rest easy and those of us that are left promise we will continue the job where you and the others before left off. I have lost so many friend in this line of work ( Anthony Stancil MCSO, Joey Starling NCSHP, Jackie Daniles NCDMV, Harold Votick MCSO. I am forever changed by their passing. I read your wife's comments and reflections and was touch by all of them to the point of tears because you guys were so happy. I will keep your family in my prayers so rest easy my old friend. May God Bless & Keep you forever.

MKB

MKB Patrolman
MSP

December 2, 2004

Hey Anth.
It seems like yesterday that you were here cracking jokes and pestering everyone on Thanksgiving day at mom's house! I really do miss you lots Anth. but I know you are in a better place with Jesus! All I ask of you is that you please watch over Sis.(Heidi) and Cody! I know they miss you! When we see you in heaven just ask Wes all the times I have sat and cried and he says honey whats the matter and all I can say is Anth. I love you so much and its hard seeing Trooper cars and not want to look to see if its you! Mom and I both still have a hard time when we see different little things that remind us of you! Its getting closer to Christmas and Cody told me just last night GiGi its Christmas tommorrow and what did you and Wes get me! He is such a ham, I guess he got it from you! He has gotten so big and I kept him for a few hours the other day and he learned how to spell a word! I tought him how to spell Cat! It mad he and I both so proud when he said Cat C-A-T Cat right GiGi! We are all so proud of our little pride and joy!
Anth. can't wait to see and talk to you someday about lots of different things! I really do wish you could have been there for Wes and My big Wedding Day(6-5-04)!
I miss and love you lots Anth. See ya soon!

P.S.-When you see my Nanny Holloway, will you please give her a big hug and kiss and tell her I can't wait to sit and talk to her oneday!

Gina Holloway-Rumbough
(Sister-in-law)

Gina Holloway Rumbough

November 29, 2004

Hello Heidi and Cody, I'm thinking of you today. Happy Thanksgiving. Anthony is with you. He is watching over you and still protecting. Anyway just wanted to let you know I haven't forgot you or Anthony.

A hero to more than he knows.™

Emory-Ephrata, WA
brother of Ferry County WA Undersheriff Matthew J. Lane, EOW 5/30/03

November 25, 2004

Hello Anthony and family been a while since ive posted, its been a real tough time the last couple months. But rest assured i have thought about Anthony, as I have my brother, killed just 2 hours apart. WOW i really dont know what to say now, Im in tears. Stay strong guys and keep your heads high, Im sure Antony would want that. thanks for being a hero Anthony!

A hero to more than he knows. ©2004

Emory, Ephrata,WA
brother of Ferry County WA Undersheriff Matthew J. Lane, EOW 5/30/03

October 29, 2004

I knew Anthony for quite some time, he was always smiling and willing to help. He truly loved being a North Carolina State Trooper. I miss talking to him and hearing that familiar laugh. I know however that heaven is a better place with him in it. I just wish he could have been with us longer. To Cody, your daddy loved you very much and Im sure he is watching over you each and everyday. God Bless You,
Stephanie Jones

Stephanie Jones

October 16, 2004

Rest easy brother. We will 10-25 with you soon on the streets of heaven.

Officer
Presbyterian Hospital Public Safety Department

October 15, 2004

It has taken me along time to be able ti write this message. As a member of the Haywood County Rescue Squad and EMS for over 10 years I have had the oppertunity to meet many great LEO. I had known Anthony for many years prior to him taking on the role as a Law Eforcement Officer.
On that terrible day: it was to be my last day in western north carolina, I had taken a job in the eastern part of the state and would begin moving on the next day. I heard the call come out, but was unable to respond. I guess it hurts both ways (getting to respond and not responding) I do miss Anthony and Calvin, they both had hearts of gold and share a special place in my memories.
Living in the eastern part of the state I have had the oppertunity to meet several new NCHP "friends" in the area. Each one has shared their own "reflections" with me even thought they never had the opportunity to meet them personally. It is amazing the bond that "ALL" responders share.
I am proud to have worked beside such great people.

Brent Cayton NCEMT-I

August 5, 2004

Good day guys have thought often of you the last few weeks. And especailly today. you see We lost one of our own last night (WA state). today is turning out ot be hard and emotional. anyway I havent forgot Anthonys sacrifice at all. You will always be in my prayers.

Anthony, you are a hero to more than you know.

...AT PEACE WITH HONOR

Emory, Ephrata, WA
brother of Ferry County WA Undersheriff Matthew J Lane, EOW 5/30/03

July 31, 2004

I never dreamed it would be me, my name for all eternity, recorded here at this hallow place, alas, my name, no more my face.
"In the line of duty," I hear them say: my family now the price to pay. My folded flag stained with their tears; we only had those few short years.
The badge no longer on my chest, I sleep now in eternal rest. My sword I pass to those behind, and pray they keep this thought in mind.
I never dreamed it would be me, and with heavy heart and bended knee, I ask for all here from the past: Dear God, let my name be the last.
-unknown-

July 25, 2004

It has been over a year now since you left us. Since then another one of our colleagues and friends was taken from us, Sgt Jeff Hewitt, EOW 4/4/04. I imagine the two of you are up there together playing practical jokes on St. Peter filling heaven with your smiles and laughter. Anyway the two of you were on my mind today and I just wanted to let you and your family know what a special guy you were and how much you are missed and how much your sacrifice is appreciated by those of us left behind. Please watch over us and help to keep us safe as we continue to do our duty each day.

Deputy Regina Gillespie
Buncombe County Sheriff's Office

July 16, 2004

Hello Heidi, Cody and those that know Anthony. I thoguth of you today as we celebrate Americas Freedom, I realize that Ameirca's Law Officers are a huge part if not more of the freedom we have, its not just from a military level. I cried a tear today in Church as we paid honor to those who have paid the ultimate price for our freedom. My heart is definitely with Law Enforcement as I'm sure you can understand.

Emory, Ephrata, WA
brother of Ferry County WA Undersheriff Matthew J. Lane EOW 5/30/03

July 4, 2004

Just thought Id let you guys know I was thinking of you today. Stay strong in Christ!!!!! He IS with you.

Anthony, You are a hero to more than you know.

Emory, Ephrata WA
brother of Ferry County WA Undersheriff Matthew J. Lane EOW 5/30/03

June 17, 2004

Heidi,
Just wanted to let you know how much I've been thinking about you & Cody the past few weeks. Sorry I didn't call you on the 30th but I've been sick for about 2 weeks. You were definitely remembered though as the first anniversary of Anthony's death came around. I hope you got my messages & the note I sent you with Cody's package. I pray that the Lord is keeping you well and you are able to make it through each day with more smiles than tears. Know that you are in my prayers & Anthony will not be forgotten. Keep your head up because it's easier to see Anthony smiling down at you that way! Take care.

Denise
Survivor of Calvin E. Taylor

June 12, 2004

Heidi and Cody and the rest of Anthonys family and freinds, I am thinkning of you guys today. I have actually thought more about you guys since we had the honor of meeting each other in Washington D.C. I can only imagine what you must be thinkgin I know for me It was a great help to get up and go off to church. I am home now and my mood had drained since. The pastor of the church I attened is the police chaplain and he started off the service in a different way My brother was killed @ 10am and our service begijns at 10am anyway he started off todays service with a moment of silence. it was so touching, anyway what im trying to say I guess is i also thougth of you in that moment of silence. Heidi i assure you I will not forget Anthony for whenever i think of my brother Matt, Anthony will be in those thoughts too. God Bless you and may he continue to comfort you.

In Christs Love.

...AT PEACE WITH HONOR

Emory, Ephrata, WA
brother of Ferry County WA Undersheriff Matthew J. Lane EOW 5/30/03

May 30, 2004

"The guardian angels of life sometimes fly so high as to be beyond our sight, but they are always looking down upon us." - Jean Paul Richter

Hi Anthony ...
Sunday will be one year that you have been gone. Your wife and son will be in my heart, my thoughts and my prayers that day. Your son is so precious. I saw him on May 10th at the police memorial in Cary. One of the Agents I was with remarked that it "really got to him" seeing your son in his Trooper's uniform. My heart and soul were with your family and friends that day and they will be again this Sunday. God Bless.

May 28, 2004

Next monday would have been the last time that our family would have seen you in 2003. It was an unplanned visit but one that we will treasure for a lifetime. As usual,on that day, we shared a lot of laughs but never in our wildest dreams envisioned what was to come. This past year has been challenging, to say the least, but one filled with honor and times of serious reflections. Thank you for helping our family put our lives into perspective and teaching us to treasure and value each day.Thank you for teaching us the value and importance of saying "I Love You." Thank you for teaching us to stay close and hold on to our family. I hold many memories in my mind over the many years that you were in my life but my last memory I cherish. I can still remember turning my head just as you were about to go and seeing a huge smile on your face as you watched my husband wrestle with our boys. You were a loving and dedicated father and I thank you for loving my boys. My life, My Families life, was richer by knowing you.

May 25, 2004

One year ago yesterday we last spoke. Similar circumstances. The wife, kid and I were preparing to leave town for a week and so you and I could not meet you for lunch the following day. However a promise was made to go to a ball game shortly after our return.
We came back home that next Friday. It was two days earlier than expected. The little brother was graduating high school. I got the call that afternoon. It seemed like the news would never come on. I did not want to call Asheville because if it were true they were to busy to fool with me. The news came on and there it was. Yet, no names. I still could not believe it. However, deep down I knew it was true. Later, at the begining of the graduation the school principal made an announcement. I dont quite remember how it went. All I do remember was hearing the words that I had been dreading to hear all afternoon.
Not a day goes by that I dont think of you or remeber someting from the past. I look in th back of the Tacoma and remember you riding back there on the way back to the mansion. Or Mikes lazy self sleeping back there as we drove to the beach. I miss the fake "ad" replies on the answering machine. I miss you man. But we will see each other again one day. Make no mistake about that. And once again, we will say " Ah, what's the good word?" And this time we will have one.

May 24, 2004

I didn't know you personally but just reading these touching stories from every one you knew and didn't know I felt like i needed to leave you a message too. I have one more year left in the Marines and I too am striving to become a State Trooper when i leave the Marines. Its people like you and other law enforcement officers that inspire me to want to join the greatest law enforcement agency in the United States, and try to get these criminals off the streets. I only hope to be half the trooper you were.

Semper Fi
USMC

Cpl. Lukasz W.
U.S.M.C.

May 22, 2004