Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the Phillips family, friends, and the Polk County Sheriff's Department. You have lost a beautiful soul, but heaven has one more shining star. Our thoughts and prays are with you all. Thanks Sergeant Phillips for all you have done for your brothers and sisters; rest in peace.

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, Maryland

April 13, 2004

I stop by this website often after the death of two dear friends with the NCSHP (Troopers Calvin Taylor E.O.W. October 3, 2001 and Anthony Cogdill E.O.W. May 30, 2003).

We all grieve over the lives lost in the line of duty. I hope you can find some comfort knowing that there are countless prayers that go out for your family.

These are senseless tragedies that never seem to stop. God Bless the men and women who continue to serve their communities in our great Nation.

...Gone, but never Forgotten....

Marti (EMT-Paramedic)
Haywood Co EMS (NC)

April 4, 2004

thanks to all of you for continuing to remember & honor him with these comments -they help me make it through every single breath of every single day without him. his wife

wife/jennifer

April 2, 2004

thinking of you , missing you !

Anonymous

April 2, 2004

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 Sergeant Phillips 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

March 20, 2004

My family wishes to extend our condolences to the family, friends & fellow co-workers of Sergeant Ronald H. Phillips. May God continue to watch over everyone in law enforcement. You're in our thoughts as prayers.

Gail M Pabst

March 19, 2004

Although we never had a chance to meet, we shared a common goal.
To make the world a better place, but now it's taken a toll.
Now I say to you in words of a prayer, I will remember what you've done.
Your death was the ultimate in sacrifice, how tragic that you're gone.
One day we'll meet and talk about our common goal and then,
The heartache that I 'm feeling now, will no longer have to mend.

The Men and Women of the Green Bay Polic
Green Bay P.D. Green Bay WI

March 12, 2004

Sir, we now know that you are in a much better place, away from the pain and suffering here on Earth. May you walk the streets of high above wearing your new badge with pride and valor because you are a true hero among us. And to Mr. Phillips' friends and family I ask that you please remember that you are still a part of OUR family and we are with you always. Our deepest thoughts from all of us here at the Osage County, KS Sheriff's Office.

Your Brothers and Sisters
Osage County, Kansas Sheriff's Office

February 15, 2004

We are truly saddened at Ron's loss.
--------------------------------------
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.
---------------------------------------
Our prayers will be with you, your family, and co-workers!

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

February 15, 2004

My fiance, Dennis McElderry, was the first law enforcement casualty of 2003. Dennis died doing a job he loved, just as I'm sure Ronald did. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and Ronald be the last to die this way.

Having gone through the pain of losing Dennis I can truly understand and feel the pain that Sergeant Phillips' family, friends, and co-workers must be feeling. My heart goes out to you all, especially to his wife. No one can truly understand the pain of our loss until they've walked in our shoes. 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 Ronald 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 Ronald 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 say "hello" to my fiance Dennis for me.

Peace, Love, Luck, and Happiness!

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Deputy Sheriff Dennis McElderry's fiancee - EOW (01/01/03)

February 15, 2004

My sympathies to all who were affected by this tragedy.
Your service to your community is appreciated by all of us. May God bless you and the survivors of your family. Rest in peace brother.......

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

February 11, 2004

To the the family, friends and fellow deputies/officers of Sgt Phillips we send our deepest of sympathies to you all. Sgt. Phillips is a hero scraficing all in the service of his country and community. We will forever be gratefull for his unselfish service to all

Olen M. Young COP

Olen M. Young Chief of Police
Wauneta PD NE

February 8, 2004

To the family, friends and co-workers of Sergeant Phillips:

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God gives you comfort and strength in the weeks and months ahead.

I know the loss you are feeling and that there are no words that will make this pain any less. My dad, Ptl. William B. Bell, was killed in the line of duty on 11-19-02. You will find that this law enforcement family is like no other. You will receive such love and support, and it will help carry you through this.

When my dad died, the love and support from my dad's co-workers and friends and from our community was overwhelming. The love that you shared with him and the service he gave to his community will be of great comfort.

Again, I am sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.

Valarie Bell Wright
Daughter of Ptl. William B. Bell
EOW 11-19-02




Valarie Bell Wright
Daughter of Ptl. William B. Bell EOW 11-19-02

Valarie Bell Wright
Daughter of Ptl. William B. Bell, Summerville PD SC EOW 11-19-02

February 8, 2004

Rest easy, Brother, you will not be forgotten.

Monroe Co. Sheriff Dept. Bloomington, In.l

February 6, 2004

My GOD bless the family of Sergeant Ronald H. Philips.


The Men and Women of the Amtrak Police Department extends our deepest sympathy to the Polk County Sheriff's Department and to the family of Sergeant Ronald H. Philips.


GOD bless!!!

Criminal Investigator
Amtrak Police Department NY & NJ Division

February 6, 2004

I am saddened by learning of your great loss. I hope that by viewing these reflections that you find consolation in knowing that we as a brotherhood also share your loss.
REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER

Patrol Officer II T. Vincent
Asheboro, NC PD

February 6, 2004

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

February 6, 2004

God Bless the family of Sergeant Phillips. May you always remember what a hero he is.

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

February 5, 2004

Ron, You will be dearly missed by all. You were a great man, Officer, Husband, and most of all, A great Father and friend. You will never be forgoten and always, very dearly missed. My heart and prayers go out to Jen, Shannon, and Matt. I would also like to thank the Polk County Sheriffs Office and all involved in making his funeral services so warm and comforting for everyone. Thanks Again!!

Anonymous

February 5, 2004

Our sincere condolences go out to the family of Sergeant Phillips and to all the personnel of the Polk County Sheriff's 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 our safety.

God bless.

Southwest Central Dispatch
Palos Heights, IL

February 5, 2004

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Sergeant Phillips 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

We miss you, and your sense of humor.
God will love you, we sure did.

Staff - Polk County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Davis
Polk County Sheriff's Office, Osceola, NE

February 5, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Sergeant Phillips and the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

Dear Brother in Blue, may you walk that beat on heaven's street until we come and walk it with you. Sit next to each rookie and keep them safe and may your memory sharpen their senses and keep them on their toes. Thank you for your many years of service to your community. Your memory will continue to keep that community safe. God Speed my Brother.

Deputy Sheriff
Richmond County Sheriff's Office, Augusta, GA

February 5, 2004

Day is done,
gone the sun.
From the hills,
from the lake,
From the skies.
All is well,
safely rest,
God is nigh.

Godspeed to you and your family

LT. JAMES A. WILLIAMS
N.Y.P.D.

February 5, 2004

Any one who knew Ron knows know's Family was his life including his dogs. Duke has his best friend back and Cody has lost his fishin' buddy, but He'll never forgot the time you took to spend with him, and lessons he's learned from you. We will truely miss you.

"An Angel is one who makes goodness attractive."

Ron did this and will live forever through his stories Family and specially his Grandson.

Grandson Cody's Mom (Angel)

February 4, 2004