Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Mikey, I really wish I had gotten to know you better, other than the few times we saw each other at the RPD station, or the couple of times I saw you when our moms and dads would be together. I spoke to your dad tonite and I thanked him for giving me someone to look up to, someone that can be a role model and someone that I know I can look at and want to be just like. I told him that although he lost a son, he also gained one through me. I'll never forget that goofy smile of yours, or some of the stories that I've heard from your dad. Thanks for being that guy and for giving me someone to look up to. Sincerely, Brian Greenenwald

Officer(SOMEDAY) Brian Greenenwald

October 11, 2004

For the sounds of the notes and the tears of your friends will never fade away. You will be missed, Gods Speed.

p.o.
cpd

October 3, 2004

One day Gabriel saw Jesus standing on the bank of a river in Heaven.
Jesus had a sad look on His face as he watched the water flowing by.
Gabriel asked Jesus about the history of the river and why He had such a look
on His face?
Jesus told Gabriel that the river ran from the foot of God's throne and that
the water was the tears God shed each time a Police Officer was laid to rest.
Jesus said, "Each year the river grows larger and flows more rapid."
As Gabriel and Jesus stood gazing across the waters Gabriel asked, "When can
we bring them home?"
Jesus replied, "The great waking up morning will soon come."
Gabriel then asked, "What will happen to the river?"
Jesus answered, "God will bring them to the banks of the river and let them
see the tears He shed for them and then the river will run dry, never again
to flow."
"Each of His Peacemakers will be called forward one by one to lay their
badges at the foot of the throne and there they will receive their crowns of
gold."
Gabriel looked into the eyes of Jesus with a questioning look about his face.
Jesus simply whispered.... Soon Gabriel.... Soon.


With love and respect for my falen brother and his family

Deputy Karl Gusentine
Williamson County Sheriff's Department

Deputy Karl Gusentine
Williamson County Sheriff

September 29, 2004

Officer Michael Gordon helped us young adults with our goals and dreams of becoming police officers by teaching us different skills and tactics, along with marching at trainings and meetings with the Riverside Police Explorer Post. He made a mark on our lives, and gave us more experience and guidence towards our careers. Without him, we might not have the extra knowledge that we do today.

Jacquie Mathis
Riverside Police Explorer Post

September 24, 2004

Officer Michael Gordon helped us young adults with our goals and dreams of becoming police officers by teaching us different skills and tactics, along with marching at trainings and meetings with the Riverside Police Explorer Post. He made a mark on our lives, and gave us more experience and guidence towards our careers. Without him, we might not have the extra knowledge that we do today.

Jacquie Mathis
Riverside Police Explorer Post

September 24, 2004

Michael Gordon I didn't know him but I met him through his family and friends.
God Bless You & Your Family the Lord took away a good person to be by his side you will be missed and you are loved by many.

Investigator David Saucedo
CPD Asset Forfeiture Unit #196

September 14, 2004

Mike,
You will always remain in the hearts, thoughts and prayers of all our brothers and sisters in law enforcement. To those of you that knew Flash..... are active or retired law enforcement, I encourage you to attend the memorial(s) during May in Chicago, Springfield and Washington D.C. to show the Gordon Family our brotherhood and commitment to them to..."Never Let Them Walk Alone."
Rest in Peace Brother

Sgt Al [018]
CPD

September 13, 2004

Flash,

We have never met, but I had the honor and privilege to meet your brothers and sisters of the CPD 11th District last night. I could tell there are still many heavy hearts there, and rightfully so. When I lost my former partner, "Hollywood" Walsh, I had many questions about why. After hearing the type of cop you were, I understood. You must've needed a partner with your flair for the job, and Walsh would be it. I dont want to make this long, but my prayers go out to CPD's 11th District and the family of Michael Gordon.
So "Flash" and "Hollywood" keep each other safe in the defense of Heaven's streets, you are both sorely missed.
God's speed brothers.....
-Stew

Detective Mike Steurer
Joliet Police Dept

September 10, 2004

May God bless your family in this time of loss. I spent time with Michael in the military working the MP Desk. His laughter, sense of humor would make the slowest of nights flyby. AIRBORNE ALL THE WAY!

Trooper Kris Ford
Colorado State Patrol

September 9, 2004

May Gods grace and warm hand hold the family of officer Micheal Gordan. May His love surround all of you. With sympothy, Marc A. Rogers, Piper, Rutland Vt.

Marc A. Rogers

September 7, 2004

My condolences to the Gordon family and Mike's partners. All too often we forget how quickly things tend to unfold on the street. Mike, watch over your partners and family, keep them safe..

Det. John Zalatoris
CPD Area One Violent Crimes

September 4, 2004

We all miss you Mike. Things just aren't the same without you. The ghetto just isn't as much fun without Flash out razzin' the hypes. I love you man. Keep an eye on things up there in Heaven.
Bout it-bout it!!!

PO Brian Doyle
CPD 11th Dist 1st Watch

August 30, 2004

Thank you for serving your community and your country. You will never be forgotten.

Patrolman Chris Myers
Daleville Police Dept. - Indiana

August 27, 2004

My deepest sympathy to the family at their loss. Mrs. Gordon, what a lovely poem--my heart goes out to you. Lean on Jesus the comforter of all. God bless you and the family

P.O. Adrianne Carter, 002 Dist.
Chicago PD

August 26, 2004

I miss you Dad and I'll always love you. I will keep you in my heart forever.

Malik Gordon

August 23, 2004

Rest in peace brother. God Bless you and your family.

Police Officer
CPD-011 Dist. 1st watch

August 23, 2004

To the Gordon family, I really dont know where to begin about my best friend,my only brother,my regular partner. From day one Mike and myself bonded in the craziest ways, mostly by just by our laughter and sick sense of humor.After the academy we parted for a short period of time,but when I arrived to the 011th Dist. Mike saw saw his partner walk through that door. Both being military,we treated our tour of duty as such,we go in together,fight together, and go home together,and under NO circumstances does anyone get left behind. In a short period of time we put our egos aside and built a strong relationship, I dear to say second marriage. Our conversations in the car,our laughs(many,many,MANY,laughs)our arguments,but most of all our arrests. Arrest after arrest, our confidence oozed through our pores,unstoppable is what we were. We strutted and yeah we(He)talked,but we walked the walk. Dreading our days off we would wait patiently to be together again. That tragic day was my day off, and only GOD knows why. I lost my partner,the only man in this world besides my father who I truley loved. We brought out the best in eachother and were something speacial. Now I must attempt to move forward with out my brother,"my righthand man." I must keep the military state of mind and retreat,regroup,and go right back into battle, but only this time with Mike as my guardian angel. I have no regrets though because I gave Mike 110%, day in and day out leaving nothing behind. Mike changed my life forever, and I will never forget him, NEVER. I vow to be here for his family, the way he would for mine, and promise to make Mike proud in heaven. Mike,"smiles and cries,thats all we got" I love you bro. and think of you everyday, I wont let the team down, I'll keep our tradition......our fallen hero, "supercop," Michael "flash" Gordon #18751, the greatest man I knew.

Mario Mendoza #13782
chicago police 011 District

August 21, 2004

To Flash and his family at the loss of Michael. My sincerest condolences to you and your family at such a tragic loss. Michael's probably walking the beat in Heaven of keeping you and yours safe here on earth. God bless Michael and your family.

Doll
Citizen

August 21, 2004

Aug. 16, 2004



Dear Bob and Carol,

In all the words that have been written since the beginning of language there are none that adequately express the sorrow felt by the loss of someone you love.

I liked Michael very much. From the very first time I met him I saw something in him that is all too often rare in a man. He wore honesty and goodness like a tailored uniform; he was as you saw him, a straight shooter that left you with no doubt about how he felt or what he thought.

He was one of the last of the courageous men. He was a knight, part Gordon clansman, part Cossack, riding out of the mist to right a wrong, putting himself in harms way simply because there was no other way for him to be. God how I admired him.

Michael was an idealist in heart but he recognized that there was darkness in the world, and he had to be the one to carry a torch to bring light to that darkness.

There is no question as to what kind of man or police officer he would have grown to be. He already was that man.

He was like his father and his mother; no greater compliment can be given than that.

He is in my prayers.

With deepest sympathy,

Joe Sinopoli

Joseph Sinopoli
journalist, friend of the family

August 18, 2004

My reflection is only that The Lord be with the family at a time like this. I went through the same tragedy last year, and I can tell you that it was my family that supported me that made me feel like I wasn't alone. To the family, I know that no words can make a difference, but believe me, the pain will get a little lighter. Be blessed in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.

Detective
Chicago Police Department

August 18, 2004

My deepest apologies for the Gordon family and the CPD family. Although I never knew you Michael, it saddens me greatly that your young life was taken because of the careless and reckless actions of a drunk driver. God bless.

Officer William Wise
Lisle Police Department, Illinois

August 18, 2004

My most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Officer Gordon. We lost a hero that fateful morning. You will be missed…

Police Officer - 007 District
Chicago Police Department

August 18, 2004

God Bless you Mike. Rest in Peace.

Our deepest sympathies to the Gordon family.

Rhoda and Randy Granum
US Army

August 18, 2004

Mike,

The memories of your life shall always be held closely in our hearts.

Anne Jennison

August 17, 2004

Dear Mike,
You will be deeply missed. You are a wonderful father, and a good friend. I'm sorry I never got a chance to come down and visit you like you wanted. I want you to know that I will always take care of Malik and Cullen. Watch over us all.

Rodger Gatdula

August 17, 2004