Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Just had to write to let you know (as if you don't already know) The Shane Miller Bill #1279 SPEEDING TO ELUDE ARREST was ratified and signed by Governor Mike F. Easley August 26,2005.
Becomes effective December 1, 2005, and applies to offenses committed on or after that date.
Losing you was a nightmare that we will never over, but it is good to know that something positive was done to help protect the lives of other people, especially your fellow officers.
Please continue to watch over us and the officers behind the BADGE.

Until the heavens unfold....
M&D

November 19, 2005

How do I begin to tell you of the journey several of us embarked upon this past weekend? Ahhhh, but you already know. I'm sure, as your dad said, you were sitting up there laughing at us. COPS Walk 2005 was extremely challenging, but well worth the effort. I carried your picture every step of the way. It was only fair that you participate too. As the walk ended, all I could think about was how I'd do more than 25 miles if I could be guaranteed that you would be standing there in the flesh when I finished. Oh, I know you were there, I could feel you, but I just want to be able to touch you or speak to you and you answer back. Words alone can never describe how much I miss you and love you. You already know.....XOXOXOXOXOXO

CBW
2189

November 16, 2005

I know that I have told you this a thousand times, but just wanted to say it again, I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU MORE THAN WORDS CAN SAY. I had a tough time this morning, but you know, I have this counselor that I visit very often. He does not charge me anything for my visits. I just fall on my knees and start crying out for help and strength and in a little while he passes buy. It is then that I get a very calm and assuring feeling. Shane, one day when this life is over and Jesus calls us home, we will have a "Glad Reunion Day." It will be wonderful just to be able to see you and take you by the hand and walk down the streets of gold as a family, reunited forever. No one will be able to seperate us again. Just keep watching, we'll be there.

It's just so hard for me to try and accept the fact that you are no longer here. Please, both of you, continue to watch over us!!!

UNTIL THEN,
WE LOVE YOU
M&D

November 8, 2005

Hey bro, I'm sorry that I have not written anything but you know I come see you when I need to talk to you. As you know, I am with tcpd and have been for a while. I know that you watch over me because sometimes I feel you riding along beside me. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about you and all of the good times that we had. I know that you will always watch over me, thats just the type of friend that you are. I miss you bro, and I will for the rest of my life!

brisson

patrolman dennis brisson
Tabor City Police Dept.

November 3, 2005

Though it's now time for me to rest,
To put away my badge, gun and vest
When you feel the early morning frost,
Know that I am here, I am not lost.

Life has a rhythm, every man writes
his own song,
To those left behind,
HIS MUSIC WILL PLAY ON.

"When the music plays, I see your smiling face, that makes the early mornings dawn begin with grace."

" LOOK DOWN ON US FROM ABOVE, AND SHADOW US WITH YOUR WINGS OF PROTECTION AND LOVE."

MS PT

November 2, 2005

Broken hearts now fill up the space,
Where once echoed laughter, and eyes
sparkled in a happy face.

Pieces of broken hearts litter
the ground,
And tears mixed with rain
fall without sound.

Eyes that are now old,
Stare out from faces still young,
So many HEARTS BREAK
from THE LOSS OF THIS LOVED ONE.

Pieces of broken hearts,
now litter the ground,
And tears mixed with the cold rain,
endlessly fall down.

One day the sound of laughter
will rise here again,
And the pieces of broken hearts
will gather and mend.

The hills will echo with
the sounds of joy,
And I'll see innocence again,
IN THE EYES OF MY BOY.

MS

October 28, 2005

The angel cradled him
As she took him home that day,
His body bruised and broken,
Sadly, she went on her way.

She pinned his broken badge,
To a chest that drew no air,
With her gentle fingers,
She caressed his blonde hair.

Her endless tears,
Flowed down on her soft cheeks,
Through the pearly gates,
At the end of the golden streets.

Her tears rained down
From the weeping sky,
As her cries echoed around man,
Asking why, OH GOD WHY?

When I see a rainbow and the stars
in the sky, I see a beautiful portrait
of you looking down from on high.

I WILL SEE YOU SOMEDAY,
LOTS OF LOVE!!!!!!!!

October 28, 2005

HEY SHANE I KNOW YOU ARE LOOKING DOWN AND SEEING HOW MUCH BETTER I AM DOING. I HAVE SOMEONE SPECIAL IN MY LIFE THAT I KNOW YOU AND GOD SENT ME.I HAVE A WONDERFUL JOB AND THINGS ARE FINALLY LOOKING UP FOR ME. I MISS YOU VERY MUCH AS WELL AS I KNOW YOUR FAMILY AND THE REST OF YOUR FRIENDS DO.AS THEY GET READY FOR THE BENEFIT I WISH THEM THE VERY BEST AND WILLING TO HELP THEM OUT ANYWAY I CAN.IT FEELS SO GOOD TO BE ABLE TO TALK TO YOU AND NOT FEEL GUILTY ANYMORE. I GUESS THAT WAS SOMETHING I HAD TO GET OVER AND I AM SURE YOU HELPED ME.SOMETIMES I WOULD JUST FEEL SO BAD FOR YOUR FAMILY I DID NOT KNOW WHAT TO SAY OR DO. BUT THEY ARE TWO VERY STRONG PEOPLE ALWAYS HAS BEEN.I PRARY FOR THEM OFTEN AND THERE IS NOT A DAY THAT GOES BY THAT I DON'T THINK OF YOU AND READ YOUR MEMORIAL PAGE. PLEASE CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER US AND BLESS US. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN

KELLIE SOLES

October 28, 2005

I still can't believe you are gone.
I miss you so much.
If I could have taken your place, I would
You were just so young and full of life
Your care and interest in other was to be admired
You never were to busy to lend a hand
Then with a sweet smile, hug or a handshake you were on your way
I could search the world over
and would never find another you
I cherish the moments and days that we had
All the little talks the hugs and the tears are just a few of the priceless
treasures of 27 years
I could go on and on, but guess I'll go
Until the next time, please watch over me, and when I feel that gentle breeze
I will know you stopped by, just for me.

When I hear an angel sing, I know it's you.
I LOVE YOU..

October 23, 2005

No sir, I haven't forgotten you and never will. Things have been so hectic lately trying to get ready for the dinner and COPS Walk 2005. It seems to have all hit at the same time. We'll all make it through because it's all in honor of you. Remember how you would say," There's only one of me. I can only do so much." Then, you always found a way to come through anyway. We'll make it and then wonder how we ever did it. Just like you used to.

Watch over the Shane Miller Memorial Team this Saturyday as they compete right here in Tabor City in your honor. Give them the little extra "umph" they might need to win!!!

I think of you daily, some days all day. Can hardly believe it's been so long since I've seen you, spoken to you, touched you......Oh how I miss you...XOXOXOX

CBW
2189

October 17, 2005

Shane,
Its been a while...I went to mookies birthday party on saturday (10/15/05). she was running around playing duck duck goose with us and she was so full of joy. I know you were there to see her with her birthday cake and presents. She misses you as i am sure you know. Dennis is with TCPD and he loves it. I had lots of worries with him going there at first but I came to find a better piece of mind with it knowing that you are watching over him. We got married in may as you already know. You were not forgotten. Well I had better go on to bed now......Watch over us all and until next time.....

Honkey

October 16, 2005

HEY SHANE,
I KNOW ALONG WITH GOD YOU HAVE HELPED ANSWER ONE OF MY PRAYERS.THANK YOU. YOU DID SO MUCH HERE AND YOU ARE STILL DOING THINGS FOR US.I KNOW YOU WATCH OVER US DAILY.IT IS AMAZING HOW YOU CAN PRAY FOR SOMETHING OR SOMEONE AND EVENTHOUGH YOUR PRAYER IS NOT ANSWERED RIGHT AWAY EVENTUALLY IT IS.SHANE AS YOU KNOW I THINK OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY OFTEN.SO MUCH HAS CHANGED AND THEY CONTINUE TO CHANGE EVERYDAY.BUT IT IS AN HONOR TO KNOW THAT NO MATTER WHAT ANY OF US ARE GOING THROUGH HERE ON EARTH YOU ARE AWARE OF IT AND YOU CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER US.YOU ARE AN OUTSTANDING PERSON INSIDE AND OUT. YOU HAVE TWO WONDERFUL PARENTS WHO RAISED A WONDERFUL PERSON. A PERSON THAT TOUCHED MY LIFE MORE THAN ONE TIME AND YOU STILL ARE EVERYDAY.I LOVE YOU,UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN...............

KELLIE SOLES

October 15, 2005

I close my eyes and I can see you
I listen and I can hear you
I breath and I can smell you
I am very still in thought, and I can feel you
I stand in the midst of it all, but when I reach out, you can't come to me

Yes, I know when the time is right and you reach out your hand for me, I will be there
I will see you as the beautiful person you have always been, but in a new body
I will hear that sweet voice saying, "welcome home"
You will smell as sweet as the lily of the valley
We will hug each other like never before
Always together forever more.

Love is like a candle flickering bright
Always burning until that eternal flight.

I LOVE YOU DEARLY AND MISS YOU SO MUCH!!
MS

October 12, 2005

Heard this new song by Kenny Chesney today. Thought about you. I know it represents a lot of people's feelings, especially your mom, dad, CBW, family, and friends. All of it is true, but I really like the thought of the last verse.

Who You'd Be Today

Sunny days seem to hurt the most
Wear the pain like a heavy coat
I feel you everywhere I go
See your smile, I see your face
I hear you laughing in the rain
Still can't believe your gone

It ain't fair you died too young
Like a story that had just begun
But death tore the pages all away
God knows how I miss you
All the hell that I've been through
Just knowing, no one could take your place
Sometimes I wonder, who you'd be today

Would you see the world
Would you chase your dreams
Settle down with a family
I wonder what would you name your babies
Someday's the sky's so blue
I feel like I can talk to you
And I know it might sound crazy

It ain't fair you died too young
Like a story that had just begun
But death tore the pages all away
God knows how I miss you
All the hell that I've been through
Just knowing, no one could take your place
Sometimes I wonder, who you'd be today

Today, Today, Today
Today, Today, Today

Sunny days seem to hurt the most
I wear the pain like a heavy coat
The only thing that gives me hope
Is I know, I'll see you again someday

Someday, someday

Cassie

October 8, 2005

My Dearest Shane,
It has been quite some time since I've had the courage to come here again, it still bears a heavy burden on my heart, always will. YOU are still thought of and very much talked about thru our family. We have laughed and cried many times, the hardest to get over is mookie, she still loves you and misses you terribly, she hasnt forgot you, I will not let that happen. She has a picture by her bed of you both and tells you good-nite every nite, she has been through a lot as well as all of us have. You would be proud of her as you always were, she is a remarkable little girl and I believe in my heart that was ALL THANKS TO YOU!!!!.We went to see you and it was as unbearable as the first time I went by myself (you know who was there)mookie nelt down said a prayer and hugged and kissed everything there, that was so hard she has lost and hurt alot, but I know you are alive in our hearts.YOU WILL BE A PART OF HER FOREVER,her eyes still light up when she sees you. Oh almost forgot,she lost her first tooth as I know you know, she is growing up fast Shane,continue to watch over us all as you always have, we love you and miss you.

September 27, 2005

Hey Shane I was so depressed last week I guess because of the 15th. I am doing so much better now my life has changed more this week than it has in a long time.I know you are watching over me and letting all this pain go away from what I was going through> I feel like I have been sent an angel who knows my feelings.Shane I think about you often,I also think of ms,pt,and cbw.They love you so much.I seen cbw standing at tcrs the other day and my heart just was saddened.Yall would have been perfect together. I pray for your loved ones all the time and I know you are helping answer our prayers everyday.Continue your watch and until we meet again I will never forget how special you are and how much you care about everyone.

Kellie Soles

September 22, 2005

OH GOD WHY, PLEASE WILL SOMEONE PLEASE TELL ME WHY??????????????? WHY DID THIS WONDERFUL PERSON HAVE TO DIE?????????? ALL HE EVER WANTED TO DO WAS HELP PEOPLE. THEIR ARE SO MANY IN THIS WORLD THAT DON'T CARE ABOUT THEMSELVES MUCH LESS SOMEONE ELSE. THERE ARE THOSE WHO BEAT PEOPLE OUT OF MONEY, LIE AND MAKE PEOPLE THINK THEY OWN A FORTUNE, DRINK, DO DRUGS, RAPE AND KILL, THEY ARE STILL LIVING. PLEASE TELL ME THAT GOD IS ONLY GIVING THEM A CHANCE TO REPENT. I HOPE AND PRAY THAT THE PERSON THAT CAUSED THIS TO HAPPEN TO THIS YOUNG MAN WILL GET HIS LIFE IN ORDER BEFORE IT IS TO LATE. (PLEASE TELL ME HOW 6 MONTHS AND 3 YEARS OF PROBATON IS ALL THE MONSTER GOT?) SOMETHING IS VERY WRONG HERE.

SIGNED: UPSET AND CONCERNED

September 20, 2005

I can only imagine what it would be like if we could only see you for just a little while. Shane, life has changed so much. It is very hard sometimes to even get out of bed in the mornings, honestly it is difficult to even live. Sometimes I think it would be better if Jesus would just call us home. Yes Son, we're hurting and sad. Sometimes I feel like my heart is going to explode. We talk and think of you all the time. I was thinking Wednesday when all the talk was going on about the hurricane, if Jesus was to come it would be fine with me, we would all be together then.
Don't ever forget, we love and miss you so much. Maybe one day all the pain will be over. So until we see you again, watch over us.

MS-PT

September 15, 2005

I can only imagine what my life would be like today if only May 15, 2004 had never happened. I miss you so much it hurts to breathe. My mind often wanders to memories we've made. It always makes me smile when I think of you, then all of a sudden I am snapped back to reality. Reminded that I'm here and you're there. If I could just have one more hug.....

CBW
2189

September 15, 2005

To the family and friends of Patrolman Shane Miller and his fellow patrolmen with the Tabor City Police Department:

On behalf of our entire family, I wanted to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Shane was so tragically killed. It was shocking to read that this young man had achieved a dream of becoming a police officer, only to have lost his life during his first shift. It is so infuriating to read of the circumstances that led up to this death. This was such a senseless act, and six months seems to fall way short of justice for the person whose actions in evading the police led to Shane's death. How very sad that this young man had to die with a whole lifetime ahead of him.

May you continue to find comfort in the warm embrace of support and love from your law enforcement community. Undergoing a devastating experience like this forges bonds between blood families and police families that can never be broken.

Our family lost our beloved Larry Lasater of the Pittsburg Police Department when he was fatally shot on April 23rd during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers. Larry left a loving wife and his son, born 2 1/2 months after Larry's murder, as well as all his extended family and friends who loved him so much. My son Larry and I were both born in Durham, N.C. so I was saddened to learn of the loss of your fallen hero from North Carolina.

I know that Heaven has another hero, but how I wish this horrible incident had not happened to Shane.

I also pray for the injured officer who was driving at the time of the incident and hope that he is recovering from his injuries, the emotional as well as physical injuries he must have suffered.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the years of service Shane gave to his community and the citizens of the state of North Carolina as a correctional officer, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on May 15, 2004.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD eow 4/24/05

September 11, 2005

Hey Shane I have not sent you anything in awhile. I am at work and I read Brandi's note and I just started crying. So much has happened since the accident. You know everything though. Thanks for watching over everyone. You were loved so much.Thank you for all the wonderful times Brandi you and I had growing up. I have not seen Brandi in awhile.I hope to see her soon. I have started a new job and I am getting along good. I have found peace within myself something that has been hard to do for awhile. But thank God for angels like you. I hope to see your mom and dad soon. It has been awhile since I have went over to see them. Shane you are a very special person and you will never be forgotten. Love you! Please keep watching over me and my children.


Kellie Soles

Kellie Soles

September 2, 2005

I thought I saw your face today,
in the sparkle of the morning sun.
And then I heard the angel say,
"His work on earth is done."

I thought I heard your voice today,
then laugh your hearty laugh.
And then I heard the angels say,
"Theirs peace dear one at last."

I thought I felt your touch today,
in the breeze that rustled by.
And then I heard the angel say,
"The spirit never dies."

I thought I saw my broken heart,
in the cresent of the moon.
And then I heard the angel say,
"The Lord is coming soon."

I thought that you had left me,
for the stars so far above.
And then I heard the angel say,
"He left you with His love."

I thought that I would never
find my way,
And then I heard the angel say,
"He's with you every day."
"The sun, the wind, the moon, the
stars, will forever be around,
reminding us of the love we shared,
as a HAPPY FAMILY.


Keep watching over us until we meet again. We miss you so much.

GOD PLEASE help us to continue to try and be strong, put your loving arms around us and comfort us as we go from day to day. MS&PT

MS

August 31, 2005

Shane,

Just wanted to let you know that I'm thinking of you alot lately. Some things never change.

Chloe and I went to the NC Mtns for vacation this past week and had a ball. Missed you though. She and I went right by ourselves and it was wonderful to do things at our own pace. There were several times that I thought of you while I sat by the creek and wondered where in the world that water would end up. Funny, huh? We came home after 5 days and things were back to normal, as normal goes anyway.

Friday, when I was on call with TCRS, we had a bad wreck to start the shift. Jon and I had a 3 year old with a head injury. Your dad drove us in to the ER. When the call was over I walked back outside to the truck with the stretcher. All I could think about was you. I started to remember all the times you drove me in to the ER. I guess your dad could tell I was reminiscing so he and I talked It was funny, he was trying to get the stretcher in the back, then I showed him the way you had shown me how to do it by myself. I had all intentions of going to the truck and crying my eyes out right by myself after that call was over. Thanks for letting your dad be there. I know that you realize how special your parents are. A lot of us that were close to you are realizing how special they are too. Their strength is unbelievable to me. I know you look down and smile on them each day.

We are getting ready for the annual fundraiser for the Shane Miller Scholarship Fund. The community was very suppportive last year, as I know they will be this year. Help us again to keep our tempers in check while we work that day. Help keep our eyes on the prize so to speak.

Your parents and myself along with other friends plan to participate in the 25-mile walk for C.O.P.S. in D.C. in November also. Wish us luck. I just hope they have medics that are walking beside us. We're gonna start walking now so it's not so bad. Remember what you said about PT. I remember how you used to make fun of the way Marty ran. I've tried it, and you're right, it works. Doesn't matter what you look like doin' it as long as you cross the finish line!!!

Help us out with our journeys. We still miss you so much and love you more.....

CBW
2189

August 23, 2005

WELL SHANE,
IT HAS BEEN A WHILE SINCE I WROTE, BUT A LOT OF THINGS HAVE BEEN HAPPENING. I AM GETTING MARRRIED ON OCTOBER 22 2005. YOUR DADDY ASKS ME IF I AM SURE THAT IS WHAT I WANT TO DO, I TELL HIM YES! I THINK ABOUT YOU OFTEN. I TELL YOU, YOU ARE ONE MISSED MAN. I KEEP SEEING YOUR MOMMA AND DADDY, THEY ARE VERY SPECIAL PEOPLE TO ME. I KNOW YOU ARE DOING WELL, OF COURSE YOU ARE, YOU ARE WHERE EVERYTHING IS PERFECT!!! KEEP WATCHING OVER US, YOU ARE DOING A GREAT JOB! I'LL SEE YOU AGAIN ONE DAY, BUT UNTIL THEN, I'LL KEEP WRITING. P.S. THIS WILL PROBABLY MAKE YOU MAD, BUT I AM PROBABLY GOING TO GIVE UP THE CHIEF'S POSITION AT THE END OF THIS YEAR!! I NEED A BREAK FROM IT!! TALK WITH YOU LATER,

LOVE CHARLES

Charles Godwin
TCRS

August 23, 2005

Shane, I am thinking of you today as always. I heard this song the other day as I was driving and it is unreal how it describes my feelings. It's by the Backstreet Boys. I know, I know, but sometimes you have got to mello out. All that metal, all the time!!! Yeah, I know, metal rules!! Anyway here are the lyrics. Put whatever beat you want to it and bang your head if you must. The words will still mean the same.

Never Gone
Backstreet Boys

The things we did, the things we said
Keep coming back to me and make me smile again
You showed me how to face the truth
Everything that's good in me I owe to you

Though the distance that's between us
Now may seem to be too far
It will never separate us
Deep inside I know you are

Never gone, never far
In my heart is where you are
Always close, everyday
Every step along the way
Even though for now we've got to say goodbye
I know you will be forever in my life
Never gone

I walk along these empty streets
There is not a second you're not here with me
The love you gave, the grace you've shown
Will always give me strength and be my cornerstone

Somehow you found a way
To see the best I have in me
As long as time goes on
I swear to you that you will be

Never gone, never far
In my heart is where you are
Always close, everyday
Every step along the way
Even though for now we've got to say goodbye
I know you will be forever in my life
Never gone

Never gone from me
If there's one thing I believe
I will see you somewhere down the road again

Never gone, never far
In my heart is where you are
Always close, everyday
Every step along the way

Never gone, never far
In my heart is where you are

CBW
2189

August 12, 2005