Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

God our Heavenly Father
We confess that we do not understand your ways
Despite our pain
We sincerily ask that you would take James Lanceford's family under your wing
Only in you is our confidence
We trust that you will be the guardian and provider for the Lanceford household
The Holy Spirit is our comforter
Through him we ask for peace and strength for Mrs. Lanceford
Father of all Fathers
Finally we ask that You would take Jame's infant son and walk with him and teach him all those things that his earthly father would have.
In Jesus name we pray
Amen.

Anonymous

Lance was a member of our family the last two years of his college career at Auburn Univesity Montgomery. Lance loved law enforcement and the outdoors! Part of having Lance stay with us was his wonderful deer roast and his police scanner!
Often Lance would grab our 10 year old and say"come on squirt lets go run this call." Lance was a big brother to our son and a fine man. He became a father just this year and enjoyed all that comes with it, we got a picture of his boy just days after Lance died. Lets live Lance's legacy by laying down our lives for each other and not just dying for what we believe in but living for it...just like Lance. Just as he was always welcome at our house he will be missed.
Jack Jackson

Pastor Jack Jackson
Zoe Student Ministry Alabama

Lance, I can't believe your gone. You lived with us for over two years while going to school and became like one of the family. You were a big brother to our son, squirt, as you called him, who is himself now a Marine. We were out of town and did not find out until today (July 5, 2003). We had received some more pictures of your boy, who you were so proud of. We were just thinking what a great dad you would be for your little squirt. We will miss you and look forward to the day we can see you again.

In His Grip,
Debbie Jackson, friend

Debbie Jackson

Lance became a very special person in our lives the first day he came to Clarke County and remained very special until the day he died. We have many good memories--personally and professionally. There are things that will always remind us of him--When he met Jessica, that made our times even more special and then the birth of Jacob made life complete. We extend our love and sympathy to Jessica, Jacob, Sharon, Mike, and to Susan and Jim and all the family members. We will always love Lance and will be here for Jessica and Jacob.

Johnny and Julia Ann

We are truly saddened at James' loss.
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We all recall you gave your best.
You did your job, now you can rest.
Your comrades now can cover your post
as you take your place with the Heavenly Host.

God Bless Our Fallen Brothers & Sisters.
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Our prayers will be with you, your family, and co-workers!

Ptlm. P.K. Harding
Binghamton (NY) PD

Lance......I can't say all the great things about you in such a short message. I just wanted to tell you that I will definitely miss you. To Jessica and Jacob: I love ya'll!!!!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you. :)

Shelby Davis----Friend

I am so sad to hear of the loss of this fine officer. We are all hurt to lose a borhter officer in the family of the badge. This demonstrates that no part of law enforcement is routine.

I pray for his family, friends and of course, his family. He now protects the gardens of Heaven with St. Michael. God Bless and be safe.

Cheif JA Millan

Chief JA Millan
NC Public Schools, Avery Dist SP

Lance, from the time you arrived in Clarke County to start your career as a conservation officer we had many good times patrolling the rivers & working night hunting details. These are things I will surely miss! I only wish we had been able to spend more time together recently. On June 22, 2003 I came as fast as I could to help you. I did the only thing that I could for you & I feel that you were smiling down as we took our last ride up the river together. Jessica & Jacob. you will always be in my heart & prayers.

Lt. Michael Coleman
Alabama Marine Police

On June 22, 2003 the Department of Conservation lost a dedicated officer and I lost a best friend. To Jessica and Jacob, we will always be here for you. G170 to WFF508 we'll 10-22 later!
JOHN 15:13

Trooper Gene Wiggins
Alabama Dept. of Public Safety

You made the ultimate sacrifice for your brother. We are proud of you and thankful for all of your service.
Godspeed brother...................................

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

God be with you i know your pain

donna hicks widow of Officer Glenn Hicks

My prayers and deepest condolences are with your Department, and especially
with the friends and family of your fallen hero.
Stay strong, stay focused, and know that Officer Horner
will never be forgotten.
Mike Bradford; Tallahassee Police Dept., Ret.

Invest. Mike Bradford-Ret
Tallahassee Police Dept

From the men and women of the Wasilla Alaska Police Department our condolences to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer James Lanceford Horner.

Thank you and God Speed

Lt Craig Robinson
Wasilla Police

I'm so sorry to learn of this tragic loss to family, friends, co-workers, and the community. I hope that your memory will be kept alive in the years to come, and that your loved ones find comfort in each other and in the Lord. God bless!

Anonymous
Mountain View, CO

It's very humbling to read of tragedies such as the one that took Officer Horner's life. I ache for his wife and small child. May they be comforted by God.

"who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God." 2 Cor 1:4

Darin L. Paul, Special Agent
FBI

Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Officer T. Walters
VBPD

My fiance, Dennis McElderry, was the first law enforcement casualty of 2003. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and James be the be the last to die this way.

Having gone through the pain of losing Dennis I can truly understand and feel the pain that Conservation Officer Horner's family, friends, and co-workers must be feeling. My heart goes out to you all. I wish I could give you a few words of wisdom to help you through this tough time, but there isn't anything I can really say or do to make the situation better. Just know that my thoughts are with you.

Please accept my condolences on behalf of the McElderry family and remember that James is part of huge law enforcement family. If you ever need anything any number of them will be there for you (as I've quickly found out!) From reading the many reflections posted here, I am certain James was well respected and well loved. Thank you for a job well done and for helping to make this world a safer place for us all. Please take care of my fiance Dennis.

Peace, Love, Luck, and Happiness!

Jocelyne Brar (Drakesville, IA)
Dennis McElderry's fiancee - EOW (01/03/03)

I came home the other day from my tour, just to be sadden to hear that a true friend of 23 years had past away. It hit really hard because of the time that we had spent growing up. Speaking of growing up, Lance and I had always dreamed about our life in law enforcement and that his love for the wild and the great wilderness of Alabama. I can ease the pain in my heart over this great loss by saying that Lance left this great earth doing what he loved to do. Just as I will be when it is my time to meet my Father. Lance, I just want say that I will miss you and that I know that God has got him a Damn Good Game Warden in his Garden Of Eve. 10-7

Ofc. Chris Watson
Dothan Police Department

Brother
You will be missed. So will the dedication you have shown. Now that you are patroling heavens streets, please watch our backs as we continue the work you have given the ultimate sacrifice for. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

DRIVE ON BROTHER LET YOUR BLUES SHINE IN OUR SKY!

Capt. Rusty Patterson
Andalusia Police Dept.

Words cannot express the loss we feel for our brother. He will be missed. To the family, the Andalusia Police Department sends our deepest condolences. We will keep your family in our hearts and our prayers. May God shower you with his blessings.

SGT David F. Connor
Andalusia Police Department

The loss of a brother officer is tough, but in his death we should all renew our dedication to service and honor the life he gave. May God bless his family.

Lt. Huey Mack Jr.
Baldwin County Sheriff's Office

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 Conservation Officer Horner 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

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Officer Horner. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Linda Craig, surviving spouse of
Capt. Tom Craig, Arkansas State Police, EOW 12-14-00

I offer my thoughts and prayers to Jessica, Jacob, and Lance's family, friends and co-workers. Lance was very well respected and thought of in our county as well as surrounding areas. We will be here for you and will keep you in our prayers from here on out. We are all family in law enforcement and whatever we can do for you, we will. Psalm 55:22

Denise Nichols - surviving spouse
Alabama State Trooper Brian Nichols EOW 2/17/2002

Brother Lance-Our prayers are with your family,wife,and son.You gave it all while trying to help one of our own. Words are not enough in times like these;sometimes that is all we have.God Speed -God Bless.

Sgt Darin Clifton
AL DCNR WFF Enforcement