Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

We all know the very real danger we face when we go to fight for not only our nation’s freedom, but the freedom of those who cannot fight for themselves. Freedom is NOT free and only those who serve or have served (including their families) understand the true cost. We pay for it with our own freedom and you and others like you offered up the ultimate sacrifice. You are a warrior and a hero. You defended those who defend America and it’s way of life. There is no higher calling, nor service to our country. We will move on, we will do right by you and your sacrifice, we will not forget you. Rest in peace brother. May God grant your family solace from their grief. Watch over us as we continue the fight.

#2040, AFOSI

November 20, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones today on this 3rd anniversary of your EOW. You share the same EOW date as my son Michael. I have a candle lit for both of your today. You are a true hero and have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

August 8, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Special Agent Ulbright on the anniversary of his passing. Heros are never forgotten.
Thank you for your service.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

August 8, 2007

Special Agent Ulbright,
Today is the third anniversary of your EOW. My thoughts are with your family and friends as they remember you today and always. Thank you for making a difference.

Pennsylvania citizen

August 8, 2007

You and your efforts will be remembered.

Rest in peace.

Jim Moretz
Retired AFOSI Special Agent

October 31, 2006

My thoughts are with your family on this 2nd anniversary of your end of watch. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those still fighting the fight agains terrorism. You are a true hero and heroes never die. You will never be forgotten

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

October 24, 2006

To the family and loved ones of Special Agent Rick Alan Ulbright and his fellow officers with the Office of Special Investiations:

On this the second anniversary week of Rick's tragic death, I wanted to honor and remember him today. Although I never had the privilege of meeting Rick, I feel as if I know him through the loving reflections left by loved ones and friends. His valor and courage will never be forgotten.
The lessons he taught to those he mentored will be carried forward.

I hope that God is holding him in the sweetest part of his heart and the most gentle part of his soul.

I am so sorry that Rick was robbed of his life so tragically, but through his heroism and the profound sense of duty with which he lived his life, he made an immeasurable difference. May his spirit continue to soar and may his memory continue to inspire.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Rick gave to his community and the citizens of our country, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on August 8, 2004.

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

August 9, 2006

Rick,

Your sacrifice has not been in vain. The fight against evil goes on. Your watch is over, but your legacy lives. Continue to Rest In Peace.

Special Agent
Air Force Office of Special Investigations

March 15, 2006

Rick,

It's been a year and a half since you were taken from us. It feels like yesterday. I play that night over and over in my head thinking we could have done something different but know that it was in God's plan.

I think of your smile and the twinkle in your eye often and wish we could talk again.

Rest well my brother...

#2091
AFOSI

March 2, 2006

As a close friend and co-worker of PO Gordon CPD (EOW-08-AUG-04) I thank you for your dedication.

PO Camarillo
Chicago Police Department -011

August 8, 2005

Special Agent Ulbright..you - your familyh - friends & co-workers are in my thoughts & prayers..please watch over them & your fellow brothers/sisters in blue..REST IN PEACE & WITH EASE BLUE ANGEL..YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!!

karen
girlfriend of a leo

August 8, 2005

Thank you for your service and dedication. You will not be forgotten.

August 8, 2005

Rest in peace, our hearts go out to you and your family. Thank you for your service to our country.

Deputy Inspector General
Miami-Dade Office of the Inspector General

November 1, 2004

Thank you for your years of services, may your soul rest in peace.

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, Maryland

October 27, 2004

God bless you and your family. Thank you for your service to our country.

DE
St. Louis City Police

October 27, 2004

On behalf of the men and women who serve and work for the Georgia Perimeter College Police Department, our thoughts and prayers are with Special Agent Rick Ulbright's family, friends, and co-workers with the United States Air Force Officer of Special Investigations.

God bless and rest in peace.

Officer Johns
Georgia Perimeter College Police Department

October 26, 2004

You are in our prayers, dear one. May your wings fly you high. Now you can release the surly bonds of earth and reach out and touch the face of God. Thank you for your protection, love and care for your fellow man. We will carry on down here and pray for your loved ones that they can get through this terrible tragedy and get on with their lives. They will make you proud just as you have made all of us proud of you. Please protect all of us from your home above and pray for peace and understanding on this earth. We love you and will meet you someday.

Grandma & Grandpa Hinkle
Parents of a Deputy Sheriff

October 25, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with Agent Ulbright,his family and friends as we mourn his sacrifice. God Bless.

Police Officer
Chicago Police Dept.

October 25, 2004

CID, NIS, OSI are cops above all cops. You guys do the hard work and investigations that we begin with the call. But, you take it on with the highest proficiency and integrity. A toast to my brothers, a toast to our friends. We miss you and fill in that gap, but we can never heal that loss. Our brother has gone on to recon that great beyond for us all. God speed and his grace to you. Rest, my brother; THIS WE'LL DEFEND! And cary on.

SSG ANDY FORSEE
Military Police Indiana Army National Guard

August 30, 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 Rick did. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and Rick be the last to die this way.

Having gone through the pain of losing Dennis I can truly understand and feel the pain that Agent Ulbright'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 Rick 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 Rick was well respected and well loved.

Thank you Agent Ulbright 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)

August 29, 2004

Please remember the fallen officers we have lost. Remember the men and women who died trying to make this world a safer and better place for us all to live in. Thank you Agent Ulbright for a job well done. Please continue to watch over us and protect us as only you can. You will forever be at our side and in our hearts.

For those of you who still have loved ones with us please take the time to tell them how much you appreciate and care about them.

IF I KNEW

If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.

If I knew it would be the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more.

If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.

If I knew it would be the last time,
I could spare an extra minute
to stop and say "I love you,"
instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.

If I knew it would be the last time
I would be there to share your day,
Well I'm sure you'll have so many more,
so I can let just this one slip away.

For surely there's always tomorrow
to make up for an oversight,
and we always get a second chance
to make everything just right.

There will always be another day
to say "I love you,"
And certainly there's another chance
to say our "Anything I can do?"

But just in case I might be wrong,
and today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you
and I hope we never forget.

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
you get to hold your loved one tight.

So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
you'll surely regret the day,

That you didn't take that extra time
for a smile, a hug, or a kiss
and you were too busy to grant someone,
what turned out to be their one last wish.

So hold your loved ones close today,
and whisper in their ear,
Tell them how much you love them
and that you'll always hold them dear

Take time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "Thank you," or "It's okay."
And if tomorrow never comes,
you'll have no regrets about today.

August 28, 2004

As the daughter of a retired AFOSI agent and the sister of a current civilian AFOSI agent, as well as a fellow law enforcement officer, I wish to extend my most sincere condolences and prayers to the family of Rick Ulbright. May God grant you overwhelming peace and knowledge that his death is not in vain. May you be blessed by the good memories and thoughts that in Rick's life, he made a difference in this world.

Captain Nicki Smith
Edmond Police Department

August 25, 2004

Rick,
May God bless your family for they have truly lost a great Husband, Father and friend. I pray that your family will be able to rejoice in your homecoming with our Lord. Rest in Peace for you have done well.

Special Agent Lloyd D. Fitzgerald

August 24, 2004

Rick, May God bless you and your family. You are a true hero! Thanks for your years of service to your country. You will be missed! Rest in peace.

Special Agent
United States Air Force Office of Special Investigations

August 23, 2004

Thanks for being here! You were a frined and a mentor.

Special Agent Chuck Hinshaw
AFOSI

August 23, 2004