Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To SGT BAILEY A HERO IN BLUE:

Rest easy now Warrior, rest easy. Your brothers and sisters have the watch.

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, Policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my Church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
Can't always be a Saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my work was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep,
I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills just got too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't, I'll understand."

There was silence all around the Throne
Where the Saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell."

MPO Bill McCoy
Honolulu Police Officer

June 26, 2004

Never Let A Dream Die

As sure as you were born,
You'll innervision a personal goal
Seeking truth of smallet dreams
Locked in the corner of your soul.

As sure as you will live,
Stumblingblocks will fall your way
But if there's self-belief and faith
Your path will clear at the end of day.

And, as sure as your life will end,
Time in its haste will have rolled by.
Will it find you an unhappy failure
Or pleased with a dream you did not let die?
Sgt. Bailey your dream will live on!

Johnny Dodd
City Councilman

June 25, 2004

To the Bailey family, friends, and the Jackson Police Department. I would like to extend my condolences and deepest sympathy. When one hurts, we all feel the pain. Thanks Sergeant Bailey for a job well done; may your soul rest in peace.

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, Maryland

June 25, 2004

Bless you soul....

Police Officer O.L
Baltimore POlice

June 24, 2004

Sgt. Bailey, God bless you and your family sir. You are one of a kind, a true HERO!

Sheriff's Investigator
Harris County Sheriff, Houston, TX.

June 24, 2004

Words
Thats all we have now, while the individual that took your life lives. What a shame, However; Sergeant Andy Bailey I am sure you are at peace for you are in a better place watching over us all. God Bless You Sir.
Thank you for your many many years of devoted service to LE.
May God Bless Your family with the best of the best available on Earth.

Deputy Constable LC Downing
Wharton Co. Texas Pct. 2

June 23, 2004

Sergeant Andy Baily was a role model for me. Andy always carried himself in a professional manner. He never complained about the job and he lead by example. Sgt. Baily was quiet spoken and a man of few words. When Andy did speak, he did so with wisdom and respect for others. Thanks to the Bailey family for sharing there love one with us. God Bless YOU!

Lieutenant Patrick Willis
Jackson Police Department

June 23, 2004

Thank you for your years of service. You will not be forgotten and your extended family in blue will miss you until the last day when we all will be reunited in the last roll call. Rest in peace.

Lt. Stephen Jackson
Baton Rouge Police Dept

June 23, 2004

To the family, friends and fellow officers of Sergeant Bailey. You are in my thoughts and prayers. My niece was Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig (e.o.w.2-16-04). We share your loss and sorrow.May God keep watch over you.

Kim Anderson

June 22, 2004

I am truly sorry for your departments loss, may god look over the family and friends

Det. A. Hogan
Grand Prairie P.D, Texas

June 22, 2004

To Sergeant Bailey, Family and Friends. My prayers and thoughts are with you. May your love one rest in peace. May God bless you all.

Donna Jones
Mother of officer Ron Jones
EOW 12/26/01

June 22, 2004

Rest in peace Sergeant Bailey.

Lt Thomas Drury
Clare City P.D. Clare, Mich.

June 22, 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 Andy did. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and Andy 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 Bailey'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 Andy 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 Andy was well respected and well loved.

Thank you Sergeant Bailey 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)
Fiancee of Deputy Sheriff Dennis Ray McElderry - EOW (01/03/03)

June 22, 2004

Jackie, our prayers are with you and the family at this time. Although we didn't know him, we know you and our heart grieves with you. He gave his life performing his duties. ( What a great sacrifice!! ) Be strong and hold on.

James & Lucy Perry Garland Tx

June 21, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Believe in Creator and he will take care of you. May God Bless

The Headley's

June 21, 2004

What a tragic end to a long and distinguished career....
My deepest thoughts go out to your family, friends, and co-workers during this difficult time. It never seems fair that we die at the most inopertune time---you were planning your retirement, and then your fateful day comes. I wish I'd been there with you....I would have either taken care of the guy for you or fallen beside you. Thank you for your many years of service!

P.O.-Michigan

June 21, 2004

Rest in peace Sergeant Bailey.

Ashley Drury
Clare, Michigan

June 21, 2004

Rest in peace knowing that you did a Job Well Done......

1942
PPD

June 21, 2004

Our hearts and prayers go out to this family and department. Our dept. went through this march 12 of this year and we understand the devastation that you feel right now. Look to God and each other for comfort....Rest well brother.

Captain Tony Arden
Loudon County Sheriff's Office

June 21, 2004

Thank you for all that you did and all that you stood for. You will be greatly missed by all of your brothers and sisters, who will try to fill the void left by your loss. Sleep well and hold your head high knowing that you did all you could and we will not forget your supreme sacrifice. God Bless.

Hampton Patrolman
Hampton Police Division

June 21, 2004

Sgt. Bailey,

thank you for your years of service brother. rest in peace and may god be with your family...don't worry we got it from here.

10-42 eternally

OFFICER J. MACDONALD`
FVPD, N.C.

June 21, 2004

Today, I am sure that you have met your true Father.Happy Father's Day.

Ret Officer RB Wade
Richmond, Va Police

June 21, 2004

To the family of Sgt Bailey - may God give you peace and comfort as you grieve the senseless death of your loved one. So many people across the country are lifting you in prayer right at this very moment.

To the members of the Jacksonville PD - your family is also in our prayers as you lay to rest a veteran of your department. May you continue your watch here on earth as he begins his in heaven.

Police Dispatcher
Sterling Heights, MI PD

June 20, 2004

Brother,our prayers are with you and your family.

Cpl. john Beckler
Lee County Sheriff's Office, Fla

June 20, 2004

TO: The family;loved ones;friends and department members: A POLICE OFFICER'S PRAYER:---O, gentle Lord! Keep the day/night watch with me. As I begin my tour of duty,I ask your protection from all mental,physical and spiritual harm. Sustain me with the knowledge that I am doing your work,endeavoring to keep peace among your people. Help me to be just as I enforce the law without prejudice or favor to anyone.May I be courageous but not reckless in carrying out my duties. Let me respond to all calls with haste realizing that so many are dependent on me for life and safety. Support me with your consoling power when I am tempted to think that no one really cares and that I am taken for granted. Sustain in me the conviction that so many thousands do care and are garteful for my presence. Grant that I may be loyal to my partner and my fellow officers,and that I may back them up effectively when called upon for assistance.Lord,I ask that I may return safely after my tour of duty to my loved ones,and those who love me. I pray that I may be a good and honorable police officer;and after my tour of duty is over here on earth,may I enjoy the peace and happiness of heaven that you have promised to those who serve you well.AMEN.***REST IN PEACE*** Sent to you by the father of First Class Officer J.D.Koeppen,Capital City Raleigh NC,Trooper D.C.Koeppen,N.J.State Police and Cadet Officer A.M.Koeppen,Wilmington N.C.

Chief (retired) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington New Jersey

June 20, 2004