Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Each time I come by this website my heart breaks a little more when I learn that another officer has paid the ultimate price by giving his life to make the streets safer for his fellow man.

Thank you, Sir, for a job well done. You did not die in vain. We will continue the watch down here while you hold the hand of God and direct us from above.

We love you and will meet some day.

Grandma & Grandpa Hinkle
Parents of a Deputy Sheriff

November 7, 2004

Titus was the first Ofc. I met that wasn't a trainer. Just one of the guys. I was pretty nervous being one of a small handfull of white officers in a nearly all black precinct. Titus gave me unconditional acceptance and a warm handshake from the first introduction to the last day. He taught me the only race in Police is blue. He made me feel like a member of his family.

PiiP Ofc. Tim Warren 10486 SouthEast Pct
Memphis Police Dept.

September 11, 2004

Rest in peace brother Titus. From your fellow classmates.

M.P.D. 86 1/2
M.P.D.

July 26, 2004

We are truly saddened at Marlon'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.

June 11, 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 Patrolman Titus 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

April 20, 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 Marlon did. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and Marlon be the last to die this way.

Having gone through the pain of losing Dennis I can truly understand and feel the pain that Officer Cantu's 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 Marlon 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 Marlon 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 (01/03/03)

April 19, 2004

On behalf of the Pittsfield Police Dept., we offer our condolences to the family and friends of Patrolman Titus. God Bless.

Officer Rodney Minoty
Pittsfield Police Dept. ME

April 15, 2004

Marlon you will forever be my best friend. You're now in a better place where God can watch over you and you can watch over us. Things will never be the same for me because I feel like a part of me is missing. Know that ME and MINE will look out for your family from this point on. You were not just my best friend but my brother. You were a HERO to all that knew you and now you're a angel in heaven. Priscilla, just call my name and I will come running to your aid just as I am sure Titus would do for my family.

Calvin Ridgell
Memphis Police Dept.
Southeast Precinct

Patrolman Calvin Ridgell
Southeast Precinct

April 13, 2004

To the Titus family, friends, and the Memphis Police Department. You have lost a beautiful soul, but heaven has one more shining star. Our thoughts and prays are with you all. Thanks Officer Titus for all you have done for your brothers and sisters; rest in peace.

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, Maryland

April 13, 2004

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Officer Titus' family, friends, and Department. I just lost my loved one from another county, Greg was young too. I guess God had bigger plans for them.........Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. (Matthew 5:9)

Shannon-Shelby County citizen
girlfriend of Lt. Greg Medlin
DeSoto County MS. (EOW- 11/02/2003)

Shannon
Shelby Co. citizen

April 7, 2004

May God bless the family, friends, and co-workers of this officer. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Officers Angela & Thomas Rourke
Albemarle County Police Department

April 6, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Patrolman Marlon Titus … and the Memphis Police Department… our hearts and prayers are with you all...... Thank you for a job well done Marlon... rest in peace as you continue your watch from the heavens......your memory will never be forgotten...

God Bless....Be Safe..... and wear your vests...

Vin, Pook and all of us at beyond-the-blue

Vin and Pook- Site Owners
beyond-the-blue

April 5, 2004

Rest in peace,your watch is over,we will continue,god bless.

Watch Commander/A.Dumas
Bishop State College/campus police dept.,mobile,al

April 5, 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

to Officer Titus family and friends our hearts and prayers go out to you.

God Bless you

terry miyares, surviving spouse
Officer Emilio Miyares, Hialeah PD, 11/6/86

April 4, 2004

Rest in peace Ptlm Marlon Titus. Family, friends and co-workers can turn to the LORD for comfort in these sad times. GOD BLESS.

Cpl. Vernon Brown
Orange County Sheriff's Office, Fl

April 3, 2004

Dear family and friends of Ptl. Titus,
I am truly sorry for your loss. I know words will not lessen this pain, but please know that you are in the prayers of many. Please know that he died a HERO, and his service and sacrifice will NEVER be forgotten!

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

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

April 3, 2004

I havn't checked this site in a week and what a heart-breaking week it has been for the thin-blue-line.

Officer Titus....Thanks.....may your family come to find understanding and comfort....God speed, Sir....

Wife of a Sgt.
Macomb County Sheriff Dept, MI

April 3, 2004

To My Brother In BLue!

My Prayers to your family and friends & co-workers. While I never knew this Officer; I do know that this job that we have only special individuals are able to do this work. He answered the Higher Calling. He will be rewarded and his family blessed as He is able to look down and watch over us all. I wish family and friends and this department Godspeed!

I salute this Brother for the service and life he gave!

Patrol Officer Thomas
UTPD

April 3, 2004

To all Family, Friends, and Co Workers of this Officer:

On Behalf of myself, and the Family of Police Officer Daniel Starks (Ft Myers Fl, E/O/W 10-25-03) we want you to know that you are all in our prayers! The Lord will sustain you as you go through this difficult, and trying time, but just remember your loved one is being cared for in Heaven, and is now eternally safe. We hope that you all remain as strong as possible, and know that we are all thinking of you. No words are quite ever adequate, but Police Officers make the ultimate sacrifice everyday, and our hope, and prayer is that they will always be remembered for their heroic efforts, and kind hearts.
Blessings Always,
Jessica Ruhl (Daniel’s Fiancée) & the Family of Officer Daniel Starks

April 2, 2004

My thoughts and prayers are with Patrolman Titus' wife, child, family, friends and co-workers. You wil never be alone in your pain and grief. We are all here for you and are walking this path with you. Psalm 55:22

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

April 2, 2004

Thank you Patrolman Titus for making our city a safer place, you're a hero to me and the rest of the city, my deepest sympathy to your wife and child.

Justin Sampson, son of Major Sampson
Cobb County Police Dept.

April 2, 2004

May god bless this fallen warrior and his family. To the Memphis Police Department be strong and continue to insure this brave warrior will be remembered by continuing to give your all. God bless

Anonymous

April 2, 2004

A fellow Law Enforcement Officer has been reassigned to God to assist ST. MICHAEL guard the heavens. My sincerest sympathy to the family and Department.

Ingham County Sheriff's Office, Michigan

April 2, 2004

Rest in peace my brother as your service to the city of Memphis will not be forgotten. Though your tour of duty is over, your memories and service to our community will live on as an example to others who will follow in your footsteps.

Concerned Bartlett Citizen

April 1, 2004