Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"Go rest high on that mountain, your work here on earth is done!"

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May they know the peace that you are now having in heaven.

Police Officer M Lamsma
Muskegon PD, Michigan

July 19, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Bay Constable Richard Brooks and the Town of Babylon - Bay Constable's Office...our hearts and prayers are with you all...... Thank you for a job well done Richard... 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

Vinman and Pooky -Site Owners
beyond-the-blue

July 19, 2004

When you get to the pearly gates ask for P-II Lizarraga LAPD he will show you the way. Take care of the rest of us who will pick up where you left off.

13Z11
LAPD

July 19, 2004

Thanks for dedication and bravery, My brother god bless you and your family. ==REST IN PEACE===

Miami Police Department
Miami,Fl

July 19, 2004

Today we mourn as yet another hero is taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Constable Brooks. May the Lord give you strength and bless each of you during this time.
Rest in peace for your watch here is over; walk in heavens beat and guide us all to protect and serve others safely.

US Ranger Catroppa
National Park Service Kennesaw GA

July 19, 2004

I listened to the radio transmissions as other Units were dispatched to your location. As I heard what had happened I was overcome with sickness and anger. Through your eyes I envisioned the tragedy and horror. I listened as your brothers and fellow Police Officers from at least 5 other agencies raced to your aid. The coward was cornered and sent to a place where he can kill no more. My Heart goes out to your family. You are a true hero and I know you are now resting in peace in Heaven. Watch over your brothers as we continue to enter the unkwown every day. GOD BLESS YOU SIR AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR YEARS OF SERVICE. RIP

POLICE OFFICER
SUFFOLK COUNTY POLICE DEPT. NY

July 18, 2004

I would like to extend my condolences to Constable Richard Brook's family and friends My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of tragedy. Rest in peace.

Sergeant K.P. Watzke
New Orleans Police Department

Sgt. Kenneth P. Watzke
New Orleans Police Department

July 18, 2004

My prayers and thoughts go out to your family Constable Brooks. I know that St. Micheal as welcomed you into heaven. God Bless and rest in peace.

Deputy Sheriff Jerry Valladarez
Dallas County Sheriff Department

July 18, 2004

I was struck by the evil and violence that was involved in Constable Brooks death. In this world all we have is our families and our fellow officers. Who else can understand what his Department and family are going through. You will be in out thoughts brother, Gods Speed.

Officer RD Cannon
Colleyville Police Dept, Colleyville, Tx

July 18, 2004

I was appalled and shocked to read this violent tragedy. God bless your soul and your family. Rest easy, you served with dedication, bravery and courage that few will ever know or have, that which all of us in blue strive to be. We will continue the battle against evil in the name of heroes like you.

Sgt
Corning PD, NY

July 18, 2004

May you rest in Peace Brother Constable Brooks. May God be with your family during such a time of need.

Constable Dave Austin
Dekalb Al. Constable/K9 Handler

July 18, 2004

THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE AND DEDICATION. YOUR MEMORY LIVES ON DAY TO DAY WITH OFFICERS EVERYWHERE.

DEPUTY M.S WARD
MIDDLESEX COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE VA

July 18, 2004

MAY GOD BLESS THE FAMILY OF CONSTABLE BROOKS , FRIENDS AND COWORKERS DURING THIS SAD TIME IN THIER LIVES. MAY THEY KNOW AND FEEL GOD'S COMFORT AND LOVE. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER. YOU SERVED WELL. A HERO FOR SURE. GOD BLESS.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

July 18, 2004

Rest in peace Brother

Dep. Dillon Corbin
Madison County Sheriffs Office

July 18, 2004

THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE AND DEDICATION. YOUR MEMORY LIVES ON DAY TO DAY WITH OFFICERS EVERYWHERE.

DEPUTY M.S WARD
MIDDLESEX COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE VA

July 18, 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 Richard did. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and Richard be the last to die this way.

Having gone through the pain of losing Dennis I can truly understand and feel the pain that Constable Brooks' 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 Richard 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 Richard 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)
Fiancee of Deputy Sheriff Dennis Ray McElderry - EOW (01/03/03)

July 18, 2004

To Constable Brooks family and friends our hearts and prayers go out to you

God Bless you

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

July 18, 2004

Your family, friends and fellow officers are in my prayers. Rest in peace my brother in blue. We'll take it from here.

Police Officer
North Carolina

July 18, 2004

“REMEMBER ME”
Law enforcement officers are, indeed, a special breed of people. Ask anyone on the street and they will tell you that they would not have our jobs for anything in the world. It takes something special to do what we do and at the same time be able to even contemplate retirement. We try to be optimists. Unfortunately, there are a few of us who will never make that date with retirement. By the very nature of our job, we are at risk everyday of losing our lives, either at the hand of some deranged individual or in some other situation that we, by virtue of our occupation, may be unable to avoid. Some people have recognized the hazardous duties we involve ourselves in, the risks we take, and the pride we take in accomplishing that job. There is National Law Enforcement Week, dedicated to us who gladly accept the responsibility of protecting the citizens in our respective jurisdictions. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Day is dedicated to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. These are but a two examples of remembrances specifically for law enforcement personnel. Remembrances that come but once a year. We should remind fellow officers of another type of remembrance, one that will last a lifetime. Sooner or later, a doctor will pronounce us dead. It is inevitable. Regardless of whatever happens, death is the end we will all have to face.
“IT IS DEATH THAT WE CAN LIVE FOREVER”
This was written by an unknown author.

Jim Moore
New Orleans PD, Louisiana, Retired

July 17, 2004

Rest in Peace my brother

Sgt. Pat Connolly
NYPD

July 17, 2004

You paid the ultimate price to serve your community. I will never forget that. My thoughts go out to you and your family Constable Brooks.

Reserve Deputy R. Sottile
Monroe County Sheriff's Department, MI

July 17, 2004

The thoughts and prayers of the 232 men and women of the Onondaga County Deputy Sheriffs' Police Association are with the family, friends, co-workers and former co-workers of Constable Richard Brooks.

Detective
Onondaga Co. Sheriff's Office (NY)

July 17, 2004

I would like to extend my condolences to Constable Brooks' family and friends, and to the men and women of the Babylon Bay Constable's Office. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of tragedy. Rest in peace Constable Brooks, your duty here is done.

Deputy Sheriff
Butte County Sheriff's Office

July 17, 2004

What a shame. Rest in peace sir. Thank you for all you did for our saftey.

Shannon
concerned citizen (Mississippi)

July 17, 2004

Your sacrifice will never be forgotten Constable Brooks. Rest Easy Brother!

Dep. Paul Sperandeo
Jefferson Parish Sheriffs Office, La.

July 17, 2004