Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Cpl. Roberts,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Mishawaka. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

December 13, 2023

Tom. Sorry I have not been here for awhile. Hard to believe 20 years have gone by since you were tragically taken from us. There isn’t a day that goes by that you are not missed. Everyone is doing ok. We now have 3 grandkids. Naomi being the newest addition. She was born 10 weeks early. Weighing in at 2 1/2 lbs. she is doing very well.
Another rough year for the Irish. 9-3. Going to the games just isn’t the same anymore without you. College football is the same anymore with what’s going on.
Well I have to go get ready for work. Give mom, dad and John a hug. Love you my brother.
Gary

Gary. Tom’s brother

December 13, 2023

Tom, I was away from Indiana for so many years, not sending your beautiful daughters grow up. I read the amazing tributes to the type of man you were and are. I am in awe of how loved you are and continue to be. One of the things I am so very thankful for each week at mass, is the beautiful family we had thanks to amazing parents who each summer showed us the world. Give them my love and John as well. Till we see each other again get to spend more time together. All my love, your sis, Celia. PS…give my husband Tom a huge hug for me,

Celia Robert’s Dillon
Sister

February 20, 2022

Rest in peace Corporal Roberts.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 4, 2021

Hey Brother. 17 years has past since you were taking from us. We miss you. The family is doing well. We now are have 2 grandkids. Lucy is the newest addition. The family got together today to put the wreath at the Police Station. Lindsay,Josh,Holly,Derek and there kids were there. It was great to see them. Notre Dame football is having a great season. This team is fun to watch. Love you brother.

Gary

Gary Roberts
brother

December 13, 2020

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

December 13, 2020

Hey brother. Another years has past. Time goes by quick. Just got home from knee surgery. Everything went well. The family is going to the station tomorrow morning to put up the wreath. Lindsay and Holly will be there. You would be so proud of them. ND finished 10-2. Lost to Michigan. Which sucked.
Please pray for Celia and Tom. As Tom is battling cancer.
We all miss you. Love you brother

Gary

Gary Roberts
Brother

December 13, 2019

Hey Brother. It now has been 15 years since you were taken from us. It's had to believe. Not a day goes by that I do not think about you,mom,dad and John. I woke up this morning to see that another Police officer in Indiana was killed. My heart goes out to his family. Lindsay and Holly are doing great. You now have 4 grandkids. You would have been one hell of a grandpa,especially this time of the year.
Notre Dame football finished 12-0 and headed to the playoffs. It was a great season. I am still working on the sidelines, Its so great having the best sit in the house.
I have to head off to work. Miss you brother

Gary L Roberts
brother

December 13, 2018

Watch over Deb and the guys today, as you do each and every other day. You are still missed by so many.

Tracie B.
Friend

December 13, 2017

Tom, I'm retired now for over a year. You would probably be making you plans to go down to Florida right now. ND is going to play LSU. Each day I think of you. I watched my granddaughter last night and all day today, thinking that you have grand kids and how much they would have meant to you, yet also knowing that you are watching in heaven. I still visit your gravesite often, I miss you my friend.
Bob

Robert J McCahill (retired MPD)
Mishawaka Police Department

December 12, 2017

Hey Brother. It’s been 14 years. Hard to believe. It’s a tough time of the year. With Christmas just around the corner. And I know how much you loved Christmas. In October I had to have quadruple bypass surgery. I am still recovering. Hope to back to work right after Christmas. Indiana lost one officer this year and as I am writing this I got a notice that a State Trooper was shot tonight but is going to make it. I ask that you watch over him and all officers. Just want you to know that we all miss you. Love you my brother

Gary L Roberts
Brother

December 12, 2017

Hey Brother. It’s been 14 years. Hard to believe. It’s a tough time of the year. With Christmas just around the corner. And I know how much you loved Christmas. In October I had to have quadruple bypass surgery. I am still recovering. Hope to back to work right after Christmas. Indiana lost one officer this year and as I am writing this I got a notice that a State Trooper was shot tonight but is going to make it. I ask that you watch over him and all officers. Just want you to know that we all miss you. Love you my brother

Gary L Roberts
Brother

December 12, 2017

Hey Uncle Tom,

13 years today. I like to come here often and read everyone's posts, you were so loved and I'm sure not a day goes by that we don't remember you or wish you were here. You are always in my heart. Keep watch over us and protect the officers, they need it. Your memory and legacy will live on forever.

Miss you always

Rachel

December 13, 2016

Tom,

Please watch over everyone and keep them safe today. Give peace to Deb's heart.

Tracie B
Friend

December 13, 2016

Hi Brother..13 years now. It doesn't seem possible. The family is doing well. Deb and I are now grandparents. His name is Jack(John Thomas).Mike and Amanda are so happy and proud. Its great. You would of been and a great grandpa. Holly has 3 kids now. Lindsey and Josh was here for thanksgiving. They are doing great. It was a long season for Notre Dame football. You would have been pulling your hair out. Well got to go. We miss you brother.

Gary Roberts
brother

December 13, 2016

Tom, it's been so long that you and B have been gone. We miss you and you guys will never be forgotten

Mrs J S

July 17, 2016

Hello Tom,

12 years today and it feels like it happened early this morning. We are in Naples today and I am sorry that we will not be able to make the memorial visit and the family gathering for pizza. You will be in our thoughts and prayers today. Love you brother.

Larry December 13, 2015

Larry
Brother

December 13, 2015

Hey Tom. Twelve years now has past since that tragic day. Not a day goes by when I do think you,mom,dad and John. Later today the family will gather at the Police Station and put a wreath up to remember you and all those who also were killed in the line of duty. Christmas will be here soon and I know how much you loved Christmas. I remember the phone calls I would get from you telling me about the gifts you bought for Mike and Rachel. Deb and I found out we are going to be grandparents. That would make you a great uncle. Notre Dame had a very good football season and I am now part of the chain crew. I work on Notre Dame sideline. I just want you to know that you are not forgotten. We miss you brother

Gary L Roberts
brother

December 13, 2015

Tom,
Today it's been 12 years. I was little when you passed, but I still remember. I will never forget. You were always so loving, caring. You made me laugh. You and my dad would joke around, mow Ds and Rs into each other's yards. You made my dad laugh, and you kept us safe. When I was scared at night, my parents would tell me how you were right next door, and you would protect us. I remember the morning they told me, I couldn't understand. I might never understand, but I do know I will never forget. I wish you were still here. But I know I'll see you again someday.
-K

A neighbor

December 13, 2015

11 years today. Still so hard to believe. We miss you and love you so much. We put a wreath down at the station again and went for pizza. Only a year and a half left in college. I know you're looking down and protecting us. Keep us strong and safe. Love you Uncle Tom.

Rachel
Niece

December 14, 2014

Hey Brother....just want you to know we are thinking about you today and we miss you...The family will gather at the Police Station tonight and put a wreath up...then we will go get pizza...everyone is doing great...Mike is out of the Navy now and back home...Rachel is a junior at ISU...ND had a rough season...started out great then nosed drive...Tom police all over the country are getting a bad rap...watch over them...miss you

Gary L Roberts
brother

December 13, 2014

Tom, please place your hand on Deb's shoulder today and help ease her pain.

Tracie

December 13, 2014

Well lets try this again...I wrote you on the 10 anniversary of your death....I see that it was not posted...Its hard to imagine its been 10 years...you are missed...I held a small vigil in Bryan and your honor....It was a nice turn out...Then the family held a private one and we went out for our annual pizza dinner...Holly and your two grandchilden came..you would be so proud...I can't imagine you at Christmas time with them...I know how you were with my kids...Well ND season has ended they beat Rutgers yesterday in the bowl game to finish with a 9 and 4 record....not bad but I think next season will be alot better....as always they have a tough schedule...Tom you are missed and surely not forgotten

Gary L Roberts
brother

December 29, 2013

Tom,
I can't believe ten years ago we lost you and Bryan. You are deeply missed every day. We had two memorials at the PO tonight. One with just family and one with your friends too. Dad put it together and it was so beautiful. I'm so proud of him and I know you are too. It was so good to see others remembering your sacrifice.
Mike is married to a beautiful girl, we love her. I'm A Sophomore in college now. I hope we all make you proud. Keep watching over us and protecting us. We will never forget you. I love you

Rach

December 14, 2013

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Know that you have not been forgotten as you are a true hero and heroes never die. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and those still out on patrol. Thank you for your dedicated service to others.

bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

December 12, 2013