Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

No one loved being a N.Y.P.D. Detective more than Det. Bobby Parker. Eventhough he was the senior Detective on the team he was always willing to roll up his sleaves and get "DIRTY". He taught me a lot about Detective work, as he taught many others before me, and for that I am forever greatful. Thank you Mr. Parker. Rest in peace.

Det. Eric C. Torres
67 Squad

October 1, 2004

My deepest simpathy to the family and friends of Detective Parker. May God bless you and give you strength through this terrible time.

Rest in peace Brother.

John 15:13 - Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.


Sgt. Edward Bachert
Allentown Police, PA

Sgt. Edward Bachert
Allentown Police - PA

September 30, 2004

REST IN PEACE BOB I SIT HERE CRYING WISHING WE COULD HAVE HAD ONE MORE DINNER AT PETER LUGERS SORRY WE NEVER MADE THE DATE

SGT PAUL LINEKIN 67 INTELL
NYPD

September 21, 2004

Jeremiah 29:11 says, "I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and no evil, to give you a future and a hope".

There is a peace that paces all understanding. It is our prayer for you and your family that you receive that peace that goes beyond our ability to understand "Why".

May God Bless you and carry your family through this time. Please watch over us from God's side. We love you so!

Bill & Mary Lynn Hinkle, Oxnard, CA
Parents of a Kern County Deputy Sheriff

September 20, 2004

Thank you for protecting us. We have never met but I heard you were a damn good cop. Thanks again bro.

c/o
accf

September 20, 2004

We are deeply saddened at Robert's loss.
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We all recall you gave your best.
You did your job, now you can rest.
Your comrades now can cover your post
as you take your place with the Heavenly Host.

God Bless Our Fallen Brothers & Sisters.
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Our prayers will be with you, your family, and co-workers!

Ptlm. P.K. Harding
Binghamton (NY) P.D.

September 18, 2004

My thoughts and condolences go out to the family, friends and co-workers of Detective Parker.
Rest in peace.

Agt. A.Thomassin
S.M Gatineau ( Quebec, Canada )

September 18, 2004

Yesterday I attended the funeral of Det. Parker. The funeral held in a Brooklyn Church was heard via speaker by all of us who came & were outside the church. The Pastor took a couple of moments to reflect upon this "gentle giant's" life. One thing I remember the Pastor talking about was how he and Brother Parker would spend hours talking about the Lord. As I heard that, I smiled, because I knew Brother Parker didn't have to inquire about his Lord any more. He's now in His presence. The NYPD has lost a good man, but Heaven has gained a good man too. See you one day, my Brother.

PO Bailey
NYPD

September 18, 2004

I met "Bobby" at the beginning of his illustrious career at NSU-13 in Brooklyn North. I quickly learned that his heart and sense of humor was as big as his well-muscled body. Bobby always made certain everyone he saw that day shared a smile or laugh with him. He loved "the job"......his job and learned it well. I distinctly remember that he treated everyone with respect even done to his "collars". Bobby was well-liked and respected on and off the mean streets of PBBN. I will never forget him nor what he stood for,,,, simply love. Rest well...you are loved.

P.A.A. LINDA G. JORDAN
NYPD

September 18, 2004

~The Dash Between The Years~

I read of a man who stood to speak
At the funeral of a friend.
He referred to the dates on her tombstone
From the beginning ... to the end.
He noted that first came her date of birth
And spoke the following date with tears,
But he said what mattered most of all
Was the "dash" between those years. (1900-1970)

For that "dash" represents all the time
That she spent alive on earth
And only those who loved her
Know what that little line is worth.
For it matters not, how much we own;
The cars...the house...the cash,
What matters is how we live and love
And how we spend our "dash".

So think about this long and hard
Are there things you'd like to change?
For you never know how much time is left,
That can still be rearranged.
If we could just slow down enough
To consider what's true and real,
And always try to understand
The way other people feel.


And be less quick to anger,
And show our appreciation more
And love the people in our lives
Like we've never loved before
If we treat each other with respect,
And more often wear a smile
Remembering that this special dash
Might only last a little while.

So, when your eulogy's being read
With your life's actions to rehash
Would you be proud of the things they say
About how you spent your "dash"?
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Robert Parkers lived his "dash" to the fullest. May he rest in peace.

September 18, 2004

To Detective Parker family, friends, and the New York City Police Department. I would like to extend my condolences and deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prays are with you all. Thanks Detective Parker for a job well done; may your soul rest in peace.

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, Maryland

September 17, 2004

Rest in peace brother

Ofc G Watts
SFPD-TTF

September 17, 2004

Goodbye brother the law enforcement brotherhood sheds a tear for you and your partner we will never get used to these incidents, but rest assured, a community is grateful to have had you!

Police Officer Scott Parker
Pelican Bay Police Department, Texas

September 16, 2004

I would like to extend my condolences to Detective Parker's family and friends, and to the men and women of the New York City Police Department. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of tragedy. Rest in peace Detective Parker, your duty here is done.

Deputy Sheriff
Butte County Sheriff's Office

September 16, 2004

On behalf of the men and women of the La Habra Police Department we send our thoughts and condolences to the New York City Police Department and the family of Detective Parker. It doesn't matter what part of the country we work in, when one of our brothers or sisters fall, we all feel the pain and the loss.

Detective Sergeant Jeff Baylos
La Habra PD, California

September 16, 2004

Words cant come close to describing the terrible sorrow I feel losing a fellow brother. My deepest condolences and prayers go out to the family anf friends of Det. Parker. Gone but never forgotten. RIP.

PO Pak 49
NYPD

September 16, 2004

The thoughts and prayers of the men and women of the Onondaga County Deputy Sheriffs' Police Association are with the family, friends and co-workers of Detective Robert Parker.

Detective
Onondaga County Sheriff's Office (NY)

September 16, 2004

GOD BE WITH YOU BROTHER. YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE NOW.

PATROL OFFICER
SCPD

September 15, 2004

Nothing anyone says can take away the pain of losing this fine man.We all are hurting knowing another one of our brothers were taken from us prematurly. My prayers are with Det. Parker's family, friends, and fellow brothers at NYPD.

Investigator Walter
1st Judicial Dist. of PA Warrant Unit

September 15, 2004

As i watched the news my heart just broke. How dare he live,how dare he survive his gunshots!! It makes one so angry,we get a scratch and never survive,perps get shot a million times and still survive...I don't know if i'll ever understand that. But god had another plan and he needed another angel. May god give your family peace and strength in the days ahead. May they along with your friends find the strength to remember all the good times,fun and love that he was so generous with. I didn't personally know him,but then again i didn't have to.The loss is overwhelming whether you knew him or not.Rest and be at peace now my brother in blue.

Ret.P.O.Lynette Cruz
NYCPD

September 15, 2004

My prayers and deepest condolences are with your Department, and especially with the friends and family of your fallen friends. GOD BLESS these HEROS.
Stay strong, stay focused, and make SURE that Detectives Parker and Rafferty will never be forgotten.

Invest. Mike Bradford-Ret
Tallahassee Police Dept

September 15, 2004

May you rest in peace as God cradles you with the care you showed to the community you served & may your friends & family find some comfort in knowing you died doing what you loved..helping others. May they also know, we ARE a family & will be there for them if they should ever need or want us to be.

Undercover
NYPD

September 15, 2004

Detective Parker,

Rest in Peace Brother...We will never forget..GOD BLESS your family and the New York City Police Department..

Officer
NC

September 15, 2004

Thanks for you service i am glad that i got a chance to meet you and talk with you. May God always be with you and your family

DF E-5
United States Army

September 15, 2004

AMERICA LOST ANOTHER HERO TODAY, DET. PARKER WAS DOING A JOB THAT HE WAS DEDICATED TO AND HE GAVE HIS LIFE SO OTHERS COULD BE SAFE.TO THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY PLEASE TURN TO GOD, HE WILL CONDFORT YOU.

SGT. W. M. RILEY
ARAGON GA POLICE DEPT.

September 15, 2004