Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Michael,

We went to the cemetery today, met some of your friends from the District there. One of the Riverside guys even left a cup of coffee for you and I have to confess, I drank it as it was still warm. It has been a long and rough road for me as you know. Not a day goes by that you are not in my thoughts. If I could trade places with you I would so that you could be here with your children, Mom and brothers.

I think about your phones calls you use to make to me every morning on your way home from working mids. You gave me the blow by blow description of what you did all night and being in one of the City's busiest districts, you had all kinds of stories. You would always star out with, "Dad, you up?" I would lie sometimes and say yes, but in reality you got me out of a sound sleep. I miss those calls and wish I had the times back that I cut you short.

I want to thank everyone that stops at your page and takes the time to leave a note, it means a lot to me that others have not forgotten you.

Take care Mike, keep watch over everyone for me. Love and Miss you.

Dad
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

August 8, 2012

Dear Gordon Family,

How has this day rolled around again? Time, that word that has no meaning........until we meet again and then it won't matter anymore. I know the stories and memories are flowing with the tears. How blessed we were to have the our sons.

God bless you and keep you until you are all reunited.

Our thoughts and respect are always with you and your family.

Linda Rittenhouse, Matt's Mom
Matthew Rittenhouse, EOW 9/16/2004

August 8, 2012

You will never be forgotten brother!

Ken
Chicago Police

August 8, 2012

Dear Michael…On this Eighth Year Remembrance Day…I know you are being thought about…by all those who knew you personally…and by those of us…who know about you…because of your Dad.

His compassion in reaching out to others…on this ODMP site…with understanding words of support…as we also leave reflections…for our loved ones…who like you…were called home much too young…and much too soon…while protecting and serving…have given us the opportunity and honor…to know about you…and your dear family.

I pray for you and them daily…and on this special day…as you rest peacefully in God’s Perpetual Light…know that you are not forgotten…and that your family loves you…and misses you…beyond measure.

Watch over each of them.

Anita L. Culosi
sister of NYS Tpr. Salvatore J. Embarrato eow 7/6/61

August 8, 2012

As today marks another annivesary date of your death . I think you and your family more today . YOur boys are so handsome . Rest in peace micheal.

Maureen Rolniak

August 8, 2012

Thinking of you, and your family today, you will never be forgotten. Watch over your family and let them know you are close, they miss you every day...
Gordon family you are in my prayers, I know how hard this day is, just remember the good memories, know you have many. And remember the phrase on the Memorial in D.C.
IT'S NOT HOW THESE OFFICERS DIED,
IT'S HOW THESE OFFICERS LIVED THAT MAKES THEM HEROS...
Hope I didn't butcher that phrase, but it's close... Thank you Officer Gordon for the way you lived, loved and protected everyone, you are a HERO...

Connie Barker
Mother of Officer Clint Walker E.O.W. 1-14-04

August 8, 2012

My heart and prayers are with your mom and dad today and always, your dad is my angel on earth. I am sure that you are just like him and that you are taking care of my angel in heaven. On your EOW, I know that the pain in the hearts of those left behind is as strong today as it was that dreadful day in 2004. The hearts of those left behind will never heal and will always have an empty spot. I know that you are loved and missed so very much by so many. May you continue to rest in peace Officer Gordon, you sir are a hero that I will never forget. GONE, BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN....

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

August 8, 2012

8/8/12

Thinking of your family as they remember the day, eight long years ago, when their lives were forever changed. Such a long time to be apart from someone you love.

Norie Haas

Brian's Mom, E.O.W. 4/24/04

August 8, 2012

I have sent your Dad a private message ..he is an inspiration to a lot of us grieving parents..and helps us get through some of our worst days ,,....He is in my prayers for help to get through his bad day ...

Maureen Tutino
Mother of a fallen Officer

August 8, 2012

A person that loses a partner is called a widow. A child that loses a parent is called an orphan. But there is no word to describe a parent that loses a child, because the loss is like no other.

Michael, I just wanted you to know that you are not forgotten and your family members are in our prayers. Each day is still hard to get through as always but on this special date it is harder to get through with all its painful memories. Remembering precious happy memories is what gets us through until your family once again holds you in their arms to never be apart again. God bless you all

Tammy Persin
Mother of Fallen Military Police Officer
PFC Brian Thomas Gleason 8/9/2000

Tammy Persin

August 7, 2012

Happy 4th Mike.

Another Holiday, just another day for me. I know your last July 4th you spent with the boys and shooting fireworks, don't know who was having more fun, them or you.
This journey in my life is not easy, filled with all kinds of twists and turns and sometimes I wonder why and never get the answer to that.
Your son made it back from camp. He had an opportunity to go canoeing, camping in the wilds of Northern Wisconsin and Michigan. He had a great time. He made new friends, even one from Austrailia. I remember taking you and all the Cicero kids to camp, twice. Boy, the stories I have now and think of the trouble you guys would get me into. It was fun though. I'll always remember those great memories of Scouting with you and the rest of the kids. We went on to Police Explorers and a number of them are now police officers, a fireman and yes, even a lawyer (I forgave him).
Keep watch over everyone for me. There are no words to say how much we all miss you. Think of you every day.

Love,
Dad

July 3, 2012

As 4th of July nears, I want you and your family to know that your service, sacrifice and continued inspiration is felt even out here in California. I pray that God watches over you and all of your family, especially the special parents you left behind.

Dispatcher and Wife of LEO

July 1, 2012

I just wanted to let you know that everytime I need a boost your dad always seems to send me something that is exactly what I need. I know how much your family is missing you and I also know how proud of you they are and will always be. Continue to rest in peace Officer Gordon, and continue to walk sided by side with your family....

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

June 29, 2012

Mike, Wishing you a Happy Father's Day. Your son Cullen left for summer camp today so please keep an extra eye out for him and also Malik and Grace.

I remember when you went away to camp and called us the first three days because you were lonely, after that you adapted. Remember that quote from Heartbreak Ridge?

Love & miss you forever. Mom

Carol Gordon
Mother

June 17, 2012

Happy Fathers Day Michael

Wanted to stop in and wish you a Happy Fathers Day. This is not one of my most favorite Holidays anymore. It use to be a day of fun, BBQ and putting up the water slide for the kids and of course, Running Bases with you and your brothers being the guys with the baseball mits trying to tag all the kids and some fo the adults who are brave enough to run and not have a heart attack.
Your younger son is on his way to Camp today, way up in Northern Wisconsin. Your brother Bob is trecking up there to drop him off. Very pristine area, almost in Canada so he should have a great time. I remember the days sending you off to camp. We heard from you 3 days straight by phone, you were homesick. After that 3rd Day, we never heard from you again until you arrived back home. That was the summer you received 14 Merit Badges on your way to Eagle Scout. If we could only go back in time.
Please watch over everyone for me, especially your son while he's up in the wild. We miss you every day and miss you.

Love,
Dad

June 17, 2012

We are coming up on Father's Day and I just know how much your dad misses you ..just as my husband and I miss our son. .. he is an inspiration to many of us parents. . I hope someday you and my son Jim cross paths up there in Heaven, and that you both are watching over your families down here .

Maureen Tutino
Mom

June 14, 2012

Mike wanted to say I have never forgotten the inspiration you and your family has brought me. Thank you for your sacrifice. Watch over us and rest in peace.

Joshua Henderson
Friend of the Family

June 5, 2012

Mike,
I thought I left you a reflection on Memorial Day, I forgot to check the Terms of Use Box at the end so it wasn't posted. The other vets that I visited on this site my messages got through, sorry. I know on Memorial Day weekend you enjoyed all the war movies that are aired, they even ran the Band of Brothers series which you liked.

Today I was out in the garage repairing your old GI Joe figurines that the kids still play with. You use to ask for them way back in the mid 80's and your Grams use to buy them for you as well as us. Hard to believe they have lasted as long as they have, probably around 1984. Still have a large storage bin filled with all your GI Joe stuff. Probably this was the groundwork for you becoming a soldier later on.

Myself and your Mom made it through the month of May. Very hard month for us with all the memorials. We have cut down on attendance and attend Chicago's when they have it in the fall. Well, take care, continue to watch over everyone for me. Miss you every day.

Love,
Dad

June 2, 2012

Dear Michael...Thinking of you...on this Memorial Day...and your service...to both the Military...and...Law Enforcement.

May God Bless you...for the sacrifices you made...in honoring the oaths your swore.

With my prayers for you...and your family.

Anita L. Culosi
sister of NYS Tpr. Salvatore J. Embarrato eow 7/6/61

May 30, 2012

As I sat at the wall in DC on Mother's Day I thought about your mom and dad, and know how much they miss you and that the pain in their hearts is so strong and unbearable at times, but I also knew I was there with the most special heroes in the world. As I held my candle high I thought of all of you, I promise to never forget the sacrifice that you all made for all of us. Continue to rest in peace Michael.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

May 22, 2012

~~~When Tomorrow Starts Without Me~~~

When tomorrow starts without me, and I'm not there to see; If the sun should rise and find your eyes all filled with tears for me; I wish so much you wouldn't cry the way you did today, while thinking of the many things we didn't get to say. I know how much you love me, as much as I love you, and each time you think of me I know you'll miss me too; But when tomorrow starts without me, try to understand, that an angel came and called my name and took me by the hand, and said my place was ready in Heaven far above, and that I'd have to leave behind all those I dearly love. But as I turned to walk away, a tear fell from my eye, for all my life, I'd always thought I didn't want to die. I had so much to live for and so much yet to do, it seemed almost impossible that I was leaving you. I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad, I thought of all the love we shared and all the fun we had. If I could relive yesterday, I thought, just for a while, I'd say good-bye and kiss you and maybe see you smile. But then I fully realized that this could never be, for emptiness and memories would take the place of me. And when I thought of worldly things I'd miss come tomorrow, I thought of you, and when I did, my heart was filled with sorrow. But when I walked through Heaven's gates, I felt so much at home. When God looked down and smiled at me, From His great golden throne, He said, "This is eternity and all I've promised you. Today for life on earth is past but here it starts anew. I promise no tomorrow, but today will always last, and since each day's the same day, there's no longing for the past. But you have been so faithful, so trusting and so true. Though there were times you did some things you knew you shouldn't do. But you have been forgiven and now at last you're free, so won't you take my hand and share my life with me?" So when tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart, for every time you think of me, I'm right there in your heart.

Author unknown

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

May 21, 2012

Mike, Your fellow police officers did a great job yesterday holding back the NATO protesters - even McCarthy was out there with the men.

Watch over CPD today - more protesting.

Love, Mom

Carol Gordon
Gold Star Family

May 21, 2012

Michael,
I wanted to take the time while I could and thank you for all you have done to make this world a better place. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers this Police Week. Thank you for the sacrifice you gave for us all.

Tammy Persin
Mother of Fallen Military Police officer
PFC Brian Thomas Gleason 8/9/2000

Tammy Persin

May 15, 2012

Dear Michael...Remembering you in prayer tonight...on this 24th NLEOM Candlelight Vigil.

God bless you...and your dear family.

You are not forgotten.

Anita L. Culosi
sister of NYS Tpr. Salvatore J. Embarrato eow 7/6/61

May 13, 2012

Rest in Peace, Officer Gordon. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

April 27, 2012