Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank You for a job well done Officer Mims. All my thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Courthouse Security/June Berry
Morgan County

February 20, 2004

I would like to express our condolences to all the Detroit Officers and the slain officer's families on behalf of everyone at the Sampson Co. Sheriff's Office, N.C.

Deputy
Sampson Co Sheriffs Office

February 19, 2004

Tony,

I'll always remember you as professional, caring and being the true policeman that you were. I'll miss seeing you and Larry as we cross paths on Athen's streets and in "the hall."

Like Larry, you were my friend and protector. All policemen give some, but you gave all . . . you will never be forgotten . . . your community, friends and of course family, will always remember the sacrifice you made to protect us all.
As is inscribed on the walls of the National Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington, D.C., . . . "It is not how they died that made them heroes, but rather, how they lived." Soon, you and Tony will be a part of that memorial, remembered and honored forever. I will never forget you my brother, and will always honor your memory. With brotherly love and respect, Jim Crotty

Jim Crotty
ATF (SA, Retired)

February 11, 2004

Fly high dear guardian..rest in peace

Joy VanDruff Telecommunicator I
Wake County SO Raleigh NC

February 11, 2004

A Brother Warrior has fell and died today in battle.

This Brother Warrior has made the ultimate sacrifice.

He has given his life for his Fellow Warriors, his family and friends too.

Brother Warrior, pass your sword to us, so we can keep your spirit alive.

You, my Brother Warrior will not be forgotten.

God Bless you, your family and your friends.

We honor and respect all of the Fallen Warriors who have gone before us.

We ask you, Brother Warriors to guide us, protect us and pray for us.

We will meet again my Brother Warriors.

For this time not to fight another battle, but to live in eternal peace.

God bless all of the Warriors, past, present and future.

Sgt. Chad McDaniel
Seminole County Sheriff's Office (FL)

February 10, 2004

There is a special place in heaven reserved for heros like Officer Mims and Sergeant Russell. May knowing this bring a degree of comfort and peace to all his loved ones.

Sergeant Mark Cleveland
New York State Police

February 6, 2004

Our sincere condolences go out to the family of Officer Mims and to all the personnel of the Athens Police Department who worked with him.

While it is no consolation for your loss, remember that we, and many others in this country, appreciate the sacrifice that he made in ensuring the safety of the public.

God bless.

Southwest Central Dispatch
Palos Heights, IL

February 5, 2004

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Officer Mims and to all of the officers who served with him.

While I did not have the privilege to have known him personally, I am certain that he has earned his place in heaven. Rest in peace my friend, those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin, blue line.

Anonymous

February 5, 2004

My heart goes out to your family and friends. Stay strong Athens PD. Your brothers are watching you from above now.

Police Officer
Burbank PD, CA

February 4, 2004

Rest in peace brother in blue.
The watch is ours now.

God bless your family and your department.
Thanks for your dedication and service.

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

February 3, 2004

On behalf of the Pittsfield Police Department, we extend our condolences to the family and friends of Officer Mims. God Bless.

Officer Rodney Minoty
Pittsfield Police Dept. ME.

January 31, 2004

Its hard to lose a co-worker/friend/family to such a senseless event. We are a family and for someone to take part of that away is at times unbearable. Tony was always a joy to work with, always smiling and always dependable. Tony and Larry loved their jobs as well as their families. As Christian men they did leave an impact on "our law enforcement family" as well as the community. Our loss is heaven's gain and thanks to these men I know Jesus Christ has also gained two more during this time. My heart goes out to the wives and children. Keep APD and all our family in your prayers. May Tony and Larry watch over us from a much better place. I LOVE YOU GUYS.

Athens PD

January 31, 2004

To the family of Officer Mims-- May God's arms of love surround you like never before. His grace and mercy are so much greater than you could ever imagine. My prayers are with you! You will make it with God beside you.

Lori Wilkinson
Surviving Sister of AL Conservation Officer Lance Horner(EOW 6-22-03)

January 26, 2004

May you rest in peace dear officer in blue. You have served your time protecting these streets down here so continue your watch from up above. May the Lord rest his hand upon your family's,dept.,friends,and fellow officer's shoulders.Rest in peace friend your fellow officers will take it from here.
God Bless

Sister of a WPD officer and friend of Officer Kelli Lee Lambert ( E.O.W. 07/21/2003)

Sister of a WPD officer
Wellston Police Dept. Wellston,Ohio

January 25, 2004

No one man can judge the sacrafice of anyone. This officer and his brother in blue died not for the city of Athens, or for glory, but for the citizens and most importantly eachother. This officer and his partner are everyday heroes that chose to help others and convince the world that there was some good left in people. Unfortunatley, they were proven incorrect. These men paid the ultimate sacrafice at the hands of a deranged gunmen with nothing to lose, such as family. It angers me a great deal when fellow officers die senslessly. The individual that killed them, like a coward that he is, shot them in the back. In that instant. Their children were left fatherless, wives left widows and the world a lesser place. To the man that shot and killed these officers, i ask what kind of contempt for your fellow man would cause you to commit such a tragic and sensless act. May god have mercy on your soul. To officer Mims and his partner, I say on behalf of police officers everywhere......thank you. Rest easy brothers.


Police Officer Jason Lee Baker
Duluth Police Department
Squad 2106

"10-7" Rest in peace
Thanks guys

Police Officer Jason Lee Baker
Duluth Police Department

January 23, 2004

We are truly saddened at Tony's 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) P.D.

January 21, 2004

God Speed, my brother.
My prayers are with you and your entire family.
I will never forget.
Watch over us and keep us safe.

Motor Officer Jeff Jones
Cape Coral Police Department, Fl.

January 20, 2004

Alabama has lost a part of our Thin Blue Line, but heaven has gained the soul of a hero.

On behalf of my family and more than 600 active members of AlaCop, my prayer for strength and support goes out to the family, friends, and fellow officers of our brother.

We will mourn, we will remember, and we will never forget.

Captain Phillip Calvert
Alabama ABC Enforcement

January 19, 2004

Though miles separate us, the ripples are felt with yours and your fellow officers passing. We stand united.

PC Andy Canadine (Retired)
Leicestershire Constabulary (UK)

January 17, 2004

My heart goes out to the family of Officer Mims. May you always remember what a true hero he was. Know that he is keeping watch from above.

Lori Brown
Aunt of Deputy Renee Azure 8/06/02

January 16, 2004

TO OFFICER MIMS FAMILY,FRIENDS, AND CO-WORKERS. MY HEARTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. MAY YOUR LOVE ONE REST IN PEACE AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU.

D. JONES MOTHER OF OFFICER RON JONES
PPD, EOW 12/26/01

January 16, 2004

our thoughts and prayers are with you. god bless your family and the athens police department.

MARY MC INTYRE PRESIDENT
AL STATE F.O.P. AUXILIARY

January 15, 2004

My sympathy to brother Mims family,friends and co workers of Athens Police Department

Deputy Sheriff David K. Johnson
Jackson County Sheriff Department Scottsboro,Al

January 15, 2004

TO THE FAMILY

YOU ARE IN MY PRAY IN THIS TIME OF NEED. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL. REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER.

OFFICER JOHN BUSBY
TUSCALOOSA POLICE DEPARTMENT

January 13, 2004

To Family of Officers Mims,

I am truely sorry hear of your loss, I am to going through same thing with passing of my Father. Know that your family are in my family's prays. And remember they are now patroling us from above still.

Deputy Burton Daughter

Daughter of Deputy Kenneth Burton
Richmond County Augusta Ga

January 12, 2004