Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I met Patrick for a few short weeks, he was a great guy and always had a smile for you......Patrick you will be missed my brother.
I know your watching over all of us now
To Patricks family I can't imagine the pain you have all gone through and I know there are no words that can ease the pain, but Know that just knowing Patrick for the short time I did, I knew he was a great guy and after reading about what he did to save two lives just proves he is a true hero.

God bless

Officer R. Russell
Eastern Wa. University PD

July 23, 2005

To The Maher Family~

We send our sympathy to you at the loss of Nathan. We know he is with Pat and watching over you all.

We were just checking back on Pat's site here and were shocked to read about Nathan.

Our hearts go out to you.

Many Hugs...

Jack & Tracy Van Dolah
Former LEO/U.S.M.C. & Wife in Sutherlin, Oregon

May 22, 2005

I have never been so proud as to have had Pat in my family for our enire lives as I was this past weekend at the National Law Enforcement Memorial. Pat we celebrated your life and honored you for your courage and call to duty. Although many tears were shed I know you are safe and watching over us all. Pat you are a hero and heroes never walk alone.

To my brothers and sisters of the Federal Way Police Dept I pray for your safety. I saw so much pride in so many officers as they honored all those brave souls as they marched through the streets of DC in the pooring rain. Pride, Integrity and respect for those who have given the ultimate sacrifice. It was unbelievable. The harder the rain, the louder the bagpipes and drums.

Finally, Pat watch over us all on the thin blue line. Give Nathan a hug for me, he is so loved and missed.

Always remember I miss you and love you.

Mary

Sgt. Mary Huggins
Orange County Sheriff's Office

May 18, 2005

Hey buddy, just sitting here thinking about you. I know that you are happy where you are. I know that you were the type of person that would do anything to save the life of another human being. Just know that your family is doing well. They are all strong and seem to get stronger each day. That Irish humor and lots of stories seems to help your family to heal. Just know that you are missed more than you can possibly know.

April 8, 2005

Renee, Nicolas, Peggy and the rest of patricks family. My sincere appoligies for not a posting a reflection sooner I thought I had. I just scanned through them to see if i had and I did not see one. Im not sure why I didnt/havent. Anyway with my brohter being on the 2003 roll call of honor, I feel it is very important I at least post. Having just Lost matt 8 weeks earlier I was still in shock and then to have an officer in a neighboring county killed 3 weeks later, violently even, was very hard. Then a couple weeks after Gallagos was Patrick. Just a rough time for WA LE that year, 4 in 90 days :O(. anyway Its good to know Renee and Nicolas hes such a awesome kid. I remeber giving him a Magnetic Blue Ribbon with "SUPPORT LAW ENFORCEMENT" on it for his mommies car. he was thrilled, he thought it was just the coolest thing at the time. We wont let Patrick be forgotton. We love you Renee, Nicolas, Peggy and the rest of Patricks family.

A HERO TO MORE THAN HE KNOWS. (c)2004

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

March 17, 2005

My thirteen year old sister Kara, and I are trying to get the name of the new middle school that is located off the 3200 block of S. 360th, Federal Way, Washington named after the first fallen officer in the City of Federal Way, Officer Patrick Maher.

If you are not aware of the Federal Way School Boards guidelines for naming schools. Policy 6970 states, Middle schools are to be named after people, places or events from Native American literature.

My sister and I are asking for your support with our petition to waive this policy, so that the board will consider our suggestion.

Your support in our effort would mean a lot to us. We are asking you for a letter expressing your support.

Please look up and send a letter to either the Federal Way Police Department or the Federal Way School Board.

Thank you for your time and support.

Krystal and Kara Dameron

January 31, 2005

Pat,

I remember the first time I wrote to you I made a promise. The promise to be apart of your childrens lives. Well, Nathan is with you but I wanted to let you know I have kept my promise and I visited with Mandy back in October. We had a great time. We laughed and we cried. But most of all we just enjoyed being with each other. Your daughter is growing into a fine young woman and I'm sure you're a proud dad looking down on her. We ran around Seattle like kids, kinda of like the day we ran around Disneyland and Universal years ago. Absolutely no care in the world just living the moment. We had dinner several nights with a fellow officer of yours with his family and someone I can say is one of my best friends for life. We followed up the weekend with a Seahawks game in true fashion. I would email you the pictures if I could. You would enjoy the smiles on Mandy's face. It was very hard leaving that Monday morning and saying goodbye to Mandy.
Alright, I will write you soon.
Rich

Rich Knudsen, Cousin

January 29, 2005

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
You are loved and missed by so many people. I hope that you are enjoying a birthday blast in heaven.

We love you
Your sister, Peggy

January 21, 2005

Patrick,

Since your flight home, I've missed you every single day. I miss the 'Sheep dog' of our squad who valiantly intercepted the Wolf's attack, saving the sheep.

You have made me a better man, but I'd give the world up to go back to that morning, so that I could intercept that call for you. I've found it so hard to focus and to move ahead. But our wise leader helped me maintain focus to the present watch at hand. In your honor, I arrive to work with eager approach to serve with the same Valor you did. I see your picture every day thanks to Pam's tribute to you, and I move on to the next call.

As 2004 comes to a close, I celebrate your life and your service. Your caliber of integrity serves me as a guide of what a humble servant is all about. I pray for your family, I pray for our brothers & sisters of the thin blue line.

Forever honored to have served with you and to have witnessed the "Sheepdog" in you to the very last call,

Miguel Monico & the rest of "Terry's broken toys."

Officer Miguel Monico
Federal Way Police Department

December 17, 2004

im sorry, im sorry that you cant be here when ryan has his birthday. he misses you both so much and so do i everyday i wake up and think that this has just some bad dream. we miss and love you so much. Ryan wants to be a police officer he said that he would be a police officer to get rid of the bad guys. he wants nothing more than to make you proud and i know he will. Nathan what do i do with out you? i wish you could see ryan he is so big now. just guide ryan, he needs it. i need your help

November 27, 2004

In loving memory of P.O. Patrick
Maher: We are fondly remembering you today, the 1st anniversary of your
death. Thank you for your selfless service and sacrifice. It is a
long road to healing that lies ahead, but I know that our Lord and Savior
Jesus Christ will extend His mercy and comfort to all who reach out to Him. There is none greater than He. We don't get to Heaven based on what we do, but because of our faith
in Christ who paid the sacrifice for
our sins on that cross! AMEN! There is now a huge void that cannot be filled. God be with all those who mourn and may His promises lift all those with heavy hearts for many years to come. I wish I could erase your pain. I found this poem on another's site and wanted to share it.

We may never understand it,
the risks these brave ones take,
but occasionally we see a bit
of the difference their lives make.
Some do it for the action,
others find it a callin'.
All find the satisfaction,
and few become the fallen.
Being an officer is what he loved,
To him as good as it gets.
Law was what he dreamed of,
He would have no regrets.
And though it saddens all of us
to lose him in this way
He knew how an officer must
Live life to the fullest everyday.


Lynn Kole
Bellingham, Washington

August 5, 2004

Hello Patrick. Thank you for the lives you continue to save and thank you for guiding me to my new friends. Amazing to know I can love and respect a man I never had the opportunity to meet.

August 3, 2004

One year ago today you were taken from us, Pat. Over this last year, I've tried to honor your memory and be a better person. But I still lose my temper once in a while (maybe twice?), and I'm still impatient. I try to catch myself but haven't quite gotten there yet. You set a high standard, one I will continue to try to live up to - with your help. Sweet Mandy was here today for the dedication of the Patrick Maher training room in our new station. I know you were here, too. We miss you, brother. I know you and Nathan are watching over us. And while you keep an eye on us, we have the watch here. Miss you!

Pam Hall (LAPD Reserve Retired)
Federal Way Police Department

August 2, 2004

Pat,

It's hard to believe it has been a year already since your passing. Since returning from your funeral I have had your memorial pin taped to my patrol car window to remind me everyday of your sacrifice and not to forget what you meant to me and everyone else you met. It also helps me to be just a little more careful so I can get home to see my precious new little girl I was blessed with in March. I wish you were still here with us but I know you are watching out for us from above.

Semper Fi and Aloha C660

Deputy Sheriff
Palm Beach Co S/O Fla.

August 2, 2004

You are not forgotten.

August 2, 2004

So much pain and grief in this family. My deepest sympathies go out to the family and friends of Officer Maher and his son. Nothing can replace your loved ones, but I pray that the memories you have of them in happy times will help to ease the pain you're feeling now.
Rest easy Brother, you are not forgotten.

Monroe Co. Sheriff Dept. Bloomington, IN USA

August 2, 2004

Hey Pat,

I'm sitting here working off-duty and I started thinking of the events of this entire year. The entire family has suffered so much loss. I hope you and Nathan are at peace. I know you are very proud of Mandy and she is focused on her career dreams. It was a shock to see your name on the national wall, but it's nice to have a place to go and remember a lifetime of life.

I am really proud of you and the sacrifice you made. Please keep a watch
over all of us who continue to do the job you loved.

Love ya cuz and miss you.

Mary

Sgt. Mary Huggins
Orange County Sheriff's Office Orl,fl

July 5, 2004

Pat-

It has almost been a year. I am not sure why I came here, but I just read that Nathan has joined you. I pray and grieve for the Maher family. They have been through enough. Period.

2003 had been a very rough year for HPD (and Federal Way). With you, Ryan, and Greg passing, it has been hard to not think about it.

I am trying to move on and put it behind me, but I seem to think about you every time I make a DUI stop or arrest. Remember how you used to tease me at how long it would take me to write the report? Well, you'd be happy to know I am in traffic now (3878) and can get one down in about 2 1/2. The vets here can knock one out in less than 2, but I'll get there.

Hey, look after SGT Andy Bailey of Jackson (TN) Police Dept, will ya? My brother lives in Jackson and a guy I know is a cop there. He's on Active duty here in Hawaii, I know they'd all appreciate it.

Well, Pat, I am rambling. Time for me to have a Heineken in your honor. Thanks for the "talk."

MPO Bill McCoy
Honolulu Police Department

June 26, 2004

This is Cindy, I was married to Pats son Nathan, who passed this January. The loss of my sons Grandfather and Father has been very hard on him. I have shared with Ryan some of the things that have been said and i can see the pride overcome him. I want to thank all of you for that. For the smile you give to my sons face.

To Grandpa and Daddy,
I miss you and want you to come back. I made you a picture today. Happy Father's Day I love you.
Ryan

June 20, 2004

The times that we all shared and the people that are touched by you will always be remembered we love you both so much and can not put into words how much you are missed

May 30, 2004

Pat,
I was in Washington DC over the weekend for the Police Memorial Week ceremonies. I was there to honor you and to pay my respect to our other brothers and sisters who made the ultimate sacrifice in 2003. I shed tears when I saw your name on the wall but also felt honored that we have been close friends for the past 20 years.

Friday night before the ceremony at the Capitol, I met with Jim Nelson and a few of the other Federal Way officers and we had a toast in your honor and shared a few more tears beacuse we all care for you so much and miss you even more. Federal Way P.D. has been great to me and made me feel like I was part of their family and for that I am truly thankful.

I was saddened to hear about Nathan but am glad you are together now. I have spoken to Elaine and Mandy a few times over the months and they are doing the best they can. Renee is doing well.

Rest in Peace, I miss you.
Matt

Off. Matthew Brilakis
Coral Springs, FL P.D.

May 18, 2004

This last week has been very tough for many of us at Federal Way. We learned of the death of fellow officer James Lewis with the Tacoma Police Department and all of that pain and sorrow overwhelmed us yet again. I know that unfortunately, it is something that we will face many, many times in the years to come as other good men and women fall while trying to protect the citizens of this country.

After Patrick was killed, I learned that the Law Enforcement family community really WAS a family that felt each others pain and were there for comfort and support. This last week, I realized that, though I'm not an officer, I truly am forever a part of that family and the loss of this man I did not know, felt much the same to me as the loss of a wonderful man I DID know.

I miss you Patrick, very much. I think of you every day and I always will. Take care of James and show him the ropes and together, along with those before you, watch over your family down here.

Anonymous
Federal Way Police Department

May 6, 2004

Easter morning, 2004
Thinking of you, Pat. I watched your funeral again on video and love
what Officer Nelson shared about you! It made me laugh and cry! I
know you are missed by all your family, friends and brothers in blue!
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

April 11, 2004

To my wonderful brother,

It is so hard to believe that 8 months ago our families lives changed forever. You are missed by so many people. I will always remember you vacationing at my house, and greeting me at the coffee pot each morning with your ear to ear smile and fighting over who got the first cup. Like usual you let me win, just like when we were kids. A lot of plans were being dicussed that week, had we only known that less than 10 days you would be gone. I feel robbed.

In January a car accident left us with out Nathan. He was such a proud young man. Nathan's expierence in loosing you changed the way he looked at life. He was such a proud father, and we could see you and Elaine in him. If anything good could have come out of any of this, it's to Nathan children, your grandchildren, having the two of you to help guide them through life. Amanda and Elaine are very strong women. They have had to deal with so much pain. They know that God will see them through it all.

Renee is dealing with everything the best way she knows how. She has a lot of love for you. Her desire to keep your spirit alive is what keeping her going.

I can't help but wonder what life would have been like today had none of this happened?

Just rest in peace Pat and Nathan. Know that Jim and I are here for your kids as well as the whole family.

Pat take care of Mom and Dad and when the next hail storm comes thru, I will know that you and dad are on the golf course in heaven.

Love you

Peggy Maher-Dreher
Sister

March 29, 2004

Officer P. Maher will be forever remembered in our hearts

Fild Training Explorer Kirk
FWPD

March 27, 2004