Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sgt. Hunter,

Well, it's been two whole years since you were taken home and my thoughts and prayers are still with you and your family.

Happy Father's Day Sarge!!!

Jim Higginbotham
Dallas County Security

June 18, 2006

Some people come into our lives and quietly go.Others come and stay awhile and leave footprints on our hearts and we are never the same.....Sgt Hunter, reading your reflections I can tell that there are so many people with your footprints in their hearts.May the Lord Bless and Keep you and them.Amen.

June 17, 2006

Greg,

It's been almost 2 years since you have been gone. I have been gone from Cedar Hill PD for 1&1/2 years. I am now an Officer at Meridian PD in Bosque County,Texas. I love it here. It's beautiful.

Last weekend I was in GP and went by the memorial at WalMart. I sat for awhile and thought about some of our conversations. It has been almost 24 years since I put my first law enforcement uniform on, at youre urging. I think of you everytime I walk out that door for work. It pushes me onward.

Officer Scott H. Martin
Meridian, Texas PD

June 16, 2006

Hi sarge 10 days will be 2 years you were taken from us. You are thought of every day but you are well aware of that. I was thinking it will be fathers day on the 2 year mark. Ironic and sad but very fitting wouldn't you say. I miss you basically that is what I wanted to tell you. I know you are watching all the officers that have joined you in Heaven while our hearts break every time another is taken. We all love you Greg

gppd

June 8, 2006

Greg,

You were a truly admired and respected man. Like Lyndon, you were very much a family man, with a great personality and a big smile. I was saddened to hear that 22 years after Lyndon's death, another Grand Prairie Officer had unnecessarily lost his life in the line of duty. I always prayed that another family would not have to go through what Michael and I have been through. Lyndon and I had the distinct pleasure of not only working with you, but calling you our friend. Thank you for the sacrafices that you made, as well as your family, in serving the City of Grand Prairie. You will always be honored and remembered.

Denise,

I only wish I could take away the pain you are feeling. I know that pain well. It seems that we were both blessed to have shared a life with two very wonderful men and have beautiful children. Sometimes, people ask me how I got through everything. I don't know that you ever do. I told people that I was the one that was blessed because I had a special relationship with Lyndon, and I was lucky to have had someone that loved me and was so good to me in my life. Some people search a lifetime, and never find that special love. I know you and Greg had that special life together too. I always tried to remember that they were doing something that was very important, not only to them, but for the community as well, and it was something they loved doing, and that was serving the public. They are both hero's in my eyes and always will be. Michael's manorism, personality, and appearance is a special reminder to me everyday of how blessed I am. I am sure Erin brings you much comfort and love, knowing that she was so special to the both of you. I will always be there if you ever need me.


Erin,

As you know, your dad was a truly amazing person. Michael was 18 months old the day his dad was buried, and I have always struggled with knowing that they would never be able to spend time together and be able to make and share wonderful memories of each other. By reading your reflections, I know you and your dad shared alot of special times together. I know you will miss him very much. My prayer for you is that you will find some comfort in all the wonderful memories you and your dad shared. No one can ever take those away from you.

Love Always,

Carolyn and Michael Lyn King

Carolyn and Michael Lyn King
Widow and Son of Officer Lyndon F. King, EOW 03-01-82

May 18, 2006

Dear Daddy,

There is not a day that goes by that Mommy and I do not fondly think of you or speak of you. You are so remembered and treasured in our hearts forever and ever. There is a very deep pain and heaviness in both Mommy and my hearts that will be with us forever until we meet face to face in the Lord's kingdom. Mommy ran her first marathon in February, 2005 to raise money for the scholarship foundation we established in your name in honor and memory of you. Mommy raised almost $10,000. She was blessed to qualify for the Boston Marathon from this marathon. Daddy, you would be so proud of her. Mommy sprained her ankle real bad and tore the ligament in two places just five days before the marathon and she still ran even though it was painful because she is raising money for your scholarship foundation again. A couple of Mommy's close girlfriends went also to support us. Mommy did great and found us at the finish and grabbed the big poster we made with your picture on it, and ran through the finish with it. It was awesome. Mommy cried when she finished. I wish we could send you pictures from the marathon Daddy so you know the great works the Lord is leading us to. Daddy, the scholarship board met last week and Mommy and I so excited that we will be blessing the lives of two seniors, one from each high school, with a scholarship each. Mommy talked to each of their parents and Daddy, you cannot imagine how thankful and honored they are receiving the first scholarship in your name. They are both so greatful. Mommy and I continue to visit you after church at the cemetary and the memorial site where the Lord brought you home. Mommy wears her wedding ring along with yours, everyday. I can honestly say, and I will always remember Daddy, the kind of love and the bonded marriage that both you and Mommy shared and the love you had for both Mommy and me.

I miss you and I love you with all my heart and soul Daddy.

Love your baby girl,

Erin Hunter
Your Loving Daughter

May 8, 2006

Sgt. Hunter: I rode the 2005 Unity Tour in your honor. This year I will ride in honor of another officer I did not know. A sad link joins you both. I will carry your picture along with that of Corrections Officer "Cotton" Morgan. I hope to meet Denise and Erin this year. Rest well bother.

Sergeant Jesse Harman
Alexandria Police Department Alexandria, VA

May 7, 2006

BROTHER (SARGE),
YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, YOU HAVE TOUCHED SO MANY LIVES. PEOPLE CONTINUE TO TALK ABOUT HOW WONDERFUL YOU WERE AND HOW YOU WERE ALWAYS WILLING TO HELP. THEY SAY HOW YOU WERE ALWAYS OPEN AND ALWAYS WILLING TO LISTEN, THEY SAY THAT YOU WERE AN AWESOME MAN WHO LOVED HIS WIFE AND HIS FAMILY. THEY SAY THAT YOU WERE A MAN THAT LOVED HIS BROTHERS AND SISTERS ON THE FORCE, THEY SAY THAT YOU ALWAYS HAD A SMILE, THEY SAY THAT YOU ALWAYS HAD A KIND WORD, THEY SAY THAT YOU WERE THE BEST SERGEANT, AND MUST I SAY SIR THAT WE ALL MISS YOU SO MUCH.

GRAND PRAIRIE

April 4, 2006

Hey Sarge,
somehow it seems several times a week someone still shares a Hunter story. You made such an impression on us how sad for us that you were taken so horribly but how wonderful for you to look down and know how you touched us all in a different way how each of us loved, respected and admired you in our own way. I miss you Sarge and still see you walking out that west door with that giant smile.

GPPD

March 14, 2006

Brother Hunter,

May the road rise up to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And the rains fall soft upon your fields,
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Respectfully,
You’re Brothers in Blue

Untouchables LE Motorcycle Club

January 10, 2006

RIP Brother and Thank You for your dedicated service.

SFC D. Donald
US Army MP Corps

December 28, 2005

Greg,
As we approach our second Christmas without you we are comforted by the fact that you are sharing it with our Savior and are awaiting those of us who will someday join you. Know that those you loved in life are well and are not left alone. They are all in our thoughts, prayers and hearts. K

December 21, 2005

(((MERRY CHRISTMAS SGT. HUNTER)))
You are in our thoughts everyday. I know one day we'll meet again. You'll embrace us when we do. Calling us out by our name.
Hunter Family I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I know we all have to take comfort in knowing that he is with the Lord in Heaven. I know the pain will never be erased, but I do pray that each day is a little easier. God Bless

GPPD

December 20, 2005

Greg,

I saw your wife and Erin the other day while I was working an overtime gig. I must say, that they both look beautiful and were smiling. I know that there pain is still inside, but they seem to be living life. You are never forgotten. I miss the times we talked over family and the guidence you gave me. I miss you. You were the best sgt ever. Nobody even comes close....

Grand Prairie PD

December 5, 2005

Even though we have just suffered our own loss, we still have not forgotten Sgt. Hunter. God bless and watch over his family and the rest of the Grand Prarie police department.

Officr R.E. Sabo #3190
Fort Worth Police

December 2, 2005

I was reading the reflections left for my friend, Cpl. Jay Sampietro,(EOW 8-17-05), when I came across one left from Sgt. Hunter's wife and daughter. It sounds to me like Sgt. Hunter was a lot like Jay; a man who wanted nothing more out of life than to protect, to serve, and to be the best dad and husband that he could.
Erin, be proud of your dad, it sounds like he was a great officer, and for that I have a great deal of respect.
Sgt. Hunter, rest now, we've got the watch. May God bless you for your sacrafice.

Deputy
Webster County Sheriff's Dept. (Missouri)

November 11, 2005

Erin, what a beautiful child you are and what faith you have. Your a remarkable child and your Dad is so proud. Honey theres a song I would like you to listen to by Luther Vandross that describes you and your Dad!!! Its called "DANCE WITH MY FATHER" its the most beautiful song!! God bless you child and rest at knowing Daddy is with you all the time! God bless you Mrs. Hunter!!! You are a strong women and it is apparent you are doing all the right things with that loving child!!!

wife of LEO
florida

October 29, 2005

Denise and Erin we met you at police week on the last day of the seminars. We have been praying for God to continually comfort you. I enjoy reading Erin's letters to her Dad. They have touched my heart. This is from my nephew Brian Gibson's obituary
EOW 2-5-97. It also descibes what I have heard about Sergeant Hunter.

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
where there is hatred, let me sow love;
when there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
and where there is sadness, joy.
Grant that I may not so much seek
to be consoled as to console;
to be understood, as to understand,
to be loved as to love;
for it is in giving that we receive,
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.

Clyde and Pat Odom
Florence,SC

Clyde and Pat Odom

October 3, 2005

Daddy,

Happy Birthday in Heaven from Mommy and me. Our hearts and souls are still shattered living our lives without you in the present. Mommy and I speak so very often together of all the glorious things you are seeing and the beautiful music you are hearing with your Father. We can only try and imagine, but we know we could never come close, but we know that when our short season is complete, it will be me, you and Mommy together, not for a short season, but forever and ever through eternity. Mommy and I miss you so much that there will never be words to express this horrible hurt and loneliness, nor will there ever be words to express the feeling of such sadness and pain we feel and live each and every day without you. Daddy, thank you for being the best daddy and husband for Mommy and me, for loving us so much, for encouraging us, for your beautiful smile we saw each day, for your kind words to us always, for playing basketball with me everyday, for teaching me about the Lord and scriptures and always praising Him, for playing with me, for our special dances together, for helping Mommy take care of me when I was sick, for helping Mommy take care of Grandma Moy when she was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer, for your love of your mother and sister, for your love and compassion for others, for making our family such a strong bond and a happy family so full of love, and for your deep love for Mommy and making Mommy always feel so special, for your love and devotion to Mommy and being such a perfect husband for her, and for the happiness you brought to her as her husband and her as your wife. Daddy, you are ALWAYS with Mommy and me and your spirit lives very, very deep within our hearts and souls. Daddy, that is where we meet you and thank you for always being there.

We love you and we miss you Daddy. I thank the Lord for the wonderfully blessed life Mommy and I shared with you. Happy Birthday in Heaven Daddy.

Your Loving Baby Girl and Daughter,
Erin M. Hunter

October 1, 2005

After reading the many reflections left here by friends and fellow officers, I cannot help but feel cheated. Cheated by the fact that I never got the opportunity to meet such a wonderful person as Greg in life, but only in death. I have worked many funeral services in my life but never has one touched me so deeply. Even in death, Sgt. Hunter you made a lasting impression on me. It is an impression I will never forget. I KNOW Sgt. Hunter is up in Heaven watching down over us with the same pride, dilligence, and spirit he put forth for his fellow officers, family, and the citizens he died protecting.

To Mrs. Hunter, Erin and all of Sgt. Hunter's family, I pray for you each and every day that the Lord will watch over, guide and protect you.

To Sgt. Hunter's family at the GPPD, I pray each day the Lord will be with you and keep you safe from all harm as you do an impossible job of keeping the citizens safe.

And to all Law Enforcement Officers and fellow Emergency Service workers....Be Safe out there!!!

Jim Higginbotham
Former Student, Moore Funeral Home

September 30, 2005

To the family, friends and GPPD officers, you have not lost a friend or fellow officer but have gained someone to watch over you each and everyday. Greg, I appreciate the time that you gave to me when I was a reserve officer there. Stay strong and I will always think about you. May God bless the family, friends and fellow officers each day and keep them all safe. Thanks Greg.

J.D. Walker/Firefighter
Vought Aircraft

September 21, 2005

hey sarge so many things are happening in my life right now and all I keep thinking is I wish Greg was here to talk to. You were so uplifting such a rock to us all. I am trying to renew my faith and I know you would be encourging me to do so. I miss you.

GPPD

September 2, 2005

It's only been a little over a year since
you left so I know that's not nearly
enough time to get over the pain of
losing you. I read each of these 15
pages of reflections and I just wonder if you knew how much you
were loved. It's obvious you were
very generous with your affection for
people. What an amazing person
you are. One in a million. How very
fortunate people were to have you in
their lives. I look forward to meeting
you, too one fine day in paradise. I
know Jesus loves us all equally, but
I can't wait to see YOUR crown! Wear it proudly... you deserve it!
May the good Lord continue to heal
all those with sad and heavy hearts.
What a blessing you were to them!
In Christ's Love,
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

September 1, 2005

TO ERIN HUNTER: HOLD ON A SECOND, I JUST GOT DONE READING YOUR RECENT REFLECTION AND HAVE TO WIPE AWAY ALL THESE TEARS. WHAT A BRAVE YOUNG LADY. YOUR REFLECTION TO YOUR DAD MADE ME VERY SAD, BUT ALSO VERY HAPPY. IT SHOWS WHAT A GREAT INFLUENCE YOUR DAD WAS ON YOU. IT ALSO SHOWS THE GREAT AMOUNT OF LOVE THERE WAS IN YOUR HOUSE. YOUR FATHER WAS A GREAT MAN AND AN EVEN GREATER HERO. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR MOM.

TO OFFICER HUNTER: MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND. I SALUTE YOU! MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES. I THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO INDEED.

MRS HUNTER AND ERIN: MAY YOU FIND PEACE AND KNOW THAT I AM PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

JIM SWEENEY
A FRIEND TO ALL PEACE OFFICERS

August 27, 2005

To the family and friends of Sergeant Gregory Hunter and his fellow officers in the Grand Prairie Police Department:

I wanted to extend my deepest condolences to all of you for the grievous loss you suffered when Sergeant Hunter was so brutally murdered. His valor and bravery will be forever remembered. I am sure that he helped save many lives that day for it is obvious he was dealing with a well-armed dangerous and evil person. I know this loss really affects not only his agency but the surrounding agencies who serve back up for each other.
I am glad that Sergeant Hunter's family will not have to go through the ordeal of a long trial. The bravery of the other officer is also to be commended and I hope that he has recovered from his wounds. I know that the memory of that day will stay with the other officer forever.

To his family, I know they will be embraced by a circle of love and support from the law enforcement community and other police survivors.

Our family lost our beloved Larry Lasater of the Pittsburg, CA Police Department when he was fatally shot on April 23, 2005 during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers. Our family shares your agony and we grieve for you.
This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the almost thirty years of service Sergeant Hunter gave to his community and the citizens of Texas, and for the supreme sacrifice he and family made in the line of duty.

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

August 24, 2005