Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dear Officer Davis and Family,
As this very sad anniversary approaches please know that I am thinking of you and your family. We lost our precious son one year ago and know the magnitude of the pain has not diminished only increased. Reflections left for us by other officers families in the days leading up to the one year date meant a lot. I hope the knowledge that you are being thought of and remembered may bring some bit of comfort no matter how small. You are in our hearts.
Love,
Matt's Mom forever

Linda Rittenhouse
Mother of Jesse Matthew Rittenhouse e.o.w.9/16/04

September 19, 2005

Honestly, I thought I had left a reflection at the time of the tragedy and I'm ashamed at not finding one.

Brother, you gave all you could give. You did what had to be done though the consequences were certainly not what you had in mind. That is what makes you a hero. Though you cannot be sure of what each call may bring, no matter how trivial it may seem at the time, you go, you do it and you hope for the best. It matters not where your paycheck comes from, you're a cop and you just do it.

I may never have met you, but I know you. We're family, and you are missed.

Ptl. Jim Leahy Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

June 22, 2005

Officer Davis,
I was honored and privileged to hear your story this May at Police Week. I wanted to leave a reflection for you as soon as we returned home, but the words just never seemed right. I have heard about your campus and the students you died to protect. Your department stands behind you all the way. Again, thank you for your sacrifice, and I am honored to have you join my fiancee in Heaven.

Jessi Garger
Fiancee of Cole Martin
Chatsworth, GA P.D.
E.O.W. 4/25/03

June 9, 2005

Ofc. Davis' sacrifice will never be forgotten. The loss of another hero is felt by all who wear the badge.

Sergeant Joe Perkins, Jr.
University of Tennessee Police

April 4, 2005

To a brother, a friend, May your soul rest in peace. May God keep your family in perfact peace.

Sergent Margaret Howard
U.S. Army

February 7, 2005

True heroes are few and far between, but you are one of those true heroes. God bless you and your family at your tragic loss.

DE
St. Louis City Police

January 23, 2005

Thank you for serving your community and country. God Bless you and your family.

Police Officer Boots Soper
University of Indianapolis Police Department

December 23, 2004

God bless you brother.

Officer Jim Arnold
University of Dayton Police

December 22, 2004

THANK YOU BROTHER FOR GIVING YOUR LIFE SO THE REST CAN LIFE WITHOUT FEAR. I AM FROM THE 159TH CLASS AT ILEA. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

PATROLMAN, GREG TOMLINSON
N. MANCHESTER P.D.

December 2, 2004

Our Greatest Fear
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again, I hold back a tear.
They patrol in the state, city, county and town,
in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.
The shape of their badges may vary,
but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.
They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,
but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.
To uphold the law is the job that they pick,
with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?
They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,
after their lives have met tragic ends.
Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,
to many have been lost when gunshots ring out.
Our Heavenly Father has called them home,
no more these dark streets do they roam.
Through trial and error they have given their best,
please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
" Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again I hold back a tear.

November 20, 2004

My heart feels for officer Davis and his family. No words can ever describe the loss of a loved one. My prayers and best wishes are with the Davis family. As a member of his extended family, his brother and sisterhood of fellow officers, I just want him to know that he stands tall in heaven, as a proud, loyal, and most humble servant of the lord, just as he did on earth for the fellow people of his community.
"The only thing neccessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing." Officer Davis was in every sense of the word a GOOD man, who did not stand by and allow evil to triumph, he stood face to face with it everyday, and gave the ultimate sacrifice.
May god bless your soul.
Ptl. Richard Meinsen
Brookdale College
Police, Badge 144

Police Officer
Brookdale College, NJ

November 12, 2004

Peace be with you Brother Davis, and with your family. My heart is saddened, but my reslove to carry on your fight has been strengthened.

R. Knotts Correctional Officer
Alaska Dept. of Correction (Former Indiana State Capitol Police Office

November 7, 2004

God Speed, Brother.

P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

October 25, 2004

Who lives in the memory of its loved ones,
that is not dead, that is only far;
dead is only, who is forgotten.

Immanuel Kant

-R.I.P. Officer Davis-

Stadelmann, Police Officer
Hannover PD, Germany

October 21, 2004

I pray for comfort and peace for your family and friends and hope they find comfort in the heart felt reflections from your extended family. You will never be forgotten! Go rest high on the mountain, and may your spirit have a joyous homecoming.

D/Sgt. Vencent Woods
State of Michigan Department of Environmental Quality

October 14, 2004

My most sincere thoughts and prayers are sent to Officer James Davis family, friends and co-workers. There are no words to right any part of what all of you will be going through in the following days. There are those who know your loss and care deeply.God Bless each of you in these times.

Deb McGinnis
Mishawaka Police Dept.

October 13, 2004

My condolences go out to Family members and co-workers. God Bless.

Police Officer Jeff Pearce
University of Louisville Police Dept.

October 12, 2004

I would like to express my sympathy to the grieving family of Officer James L. Davis. His law enforcement brothers appreciate the sacrifice that James made for the Butler campus and Indianapolis community. Officer Davis, thanks for a job well done and giving the ultimate sacrifice. We will never forget!

Darin L. Chance
University of Missouri Police Department (MUPD)

October 7, 2004

Our family would like James family and friends to know that he will be remembered and so will all of you. James no longer feels the trials and pains of this earth but you are all getting a really big dose and it is very hard to handle. We are praying for you all and will help in any way we can. This network of survivors you have had to become a part of will help you each step of the way, we have cried with you, we will remember with you, and even someday laugh again with you. Each time a new name appears on this site our hearts break and our tears flow for we know the road ahead is long (we to are walking it) but it is amazing what strength comes along the way. Making a difference in someones life is what Law Enforcement Officers do everyday, I hope that when people remember these men and women it will inspire them to make a difference too.

Colby & Angela Mateson Co-Pres IN COPS
Brother of Fallen Officer Bradly Matteson FWPD E.O.W 10/5/00

October 6, 2004

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

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, Maryland

October 6, 2004

I would like to extend my condolences to Officer Davis' family and friends, and to the men and women of the Butler University Police Department. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of tragedy. Rest in peace Officer Davis, your duty here is done.

Deputy Sheriff
Butte County Sheriff's Office

October 5, 2004

To my brother who gave his life- A job well done; you will NEVER be forgotten,rest now, we got it from here.

Officer D. Cruz
DEP POLICE

October 5, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Davis,we pray for your strength.
God Bless the peace keepers.

P/O Jack McMahon
Troy P.D. NY

October 4, 2004

Sitting here, wishing I could write words strong enough to ease the pain you must all feel over the loss of Officer Davis. Please know that people do care.

Steven J. Dawson, Chief of Police
Solano County Community College District, California

October 4, 2004

DAY IS DONE,
GONE THE SUN,
FROM THE HILLS, FROM THE LAKE, FROM THE SKIES.
ALL IS WELL, SAFELY REST,
GOD IS NIGH.

GO TO SLEEP, PEACEFUL SLEEP,
MAY THE SOLDIER OR SAILOR, GOD KEEP.
ON THE LAND OR THE DEEP,
SAFE IN SLEEP.

LOVE, GOOD NIGHT,
MUST THOU GO,
WHEN THE DAY, AND THE NIGHT NEED THEE SO?
ALL IS WELL. SPEEDETH ALL
TO THEIR REST.

FADES THE LIGHT;
AND AFAR
GOETH DAY, AND THE STARS SHINETH BRIGHT,
FARE THEE WELL; DAY IS GONE,
NIGHT IS ON.

THANKS AND PRAISE,
FOR OUR DAYS,
'NEATH THE SUN, 'NEATH THE STARS, 'NEATH THE SKY,
AS WE GO, THIS WE KNOW,
GOD IS NIGH.

A Brother In Blue

Detective Troy S. Pilivi
Box Elder Narcotics Strike Force

October 4, 2004