Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hey PIA,

I still think of you and I don't think I can ever stop. I can't believe how fast time is flying by. Tomorrow, autumn will be here, but I'm not in the same spirit as I used to be. October & November were my favorite months of the year, but now...well, I still have much sadness and pain. I'm still unable to understand God's reasons. I am trying really hard though. It's tough, really tough!

Always,
You're on my mind & definitely in my heart!

September 22, 2006

I love you too! You truly are my greatest friend. Even in a dream you know exactly what to say. And when the alarm was finally loud enough to interrupt our conversation I awoke saying, "come back to me". When you didn't, I knew it was time to get up. This morning was rough; I kept telling myself, "it was just a dream", but it felt so real that I still confused myself. Anyhow, thanks for the long talk, I really needed one.

Now and forever,
You're on my mind & definitely in my heart!

August 23, 2006

"The best work we can all do is create the highest vision possible for our lives and be led by that vision for the greatest good" ...Oprah Winfrey

PIA,
Not only did you create your vision, you exceeded it! I don't know anyone who isn't proud of you.

You're on my mind & definitely in my heart!

July 24, 2006

Thinking about you, missing you still. Take care up there and thank you for looking after everyone who loves you. Looking forward to meeting again some day.

Hugs and Kisses

July 9, 2006

Dear Phillip,

Thank you for watching over all of us. We miss you but one day we'll be together. God Bless you.

We love you.

US

July 8, 2006

WHAT IS A COP?

Cops are human ( believe it or not) just like the rest of us. They come in both sexes but mostly male. They also come in various sizes. This sometimes depends on whether you are looking for one or trying to hide something. However, they are mostly big.

Cops are found everywhere-on land, on the sea, in the air, on horses, in cars, sometimes in your hair. In spite of the fact that " you can't find one when you want one", they are usually there when it counts most. The best way to get one is to pick up the phone.

Cops deliver lectures, babies, and bad news. They are required to have the wisdom of solomon, the disposition of a lamb and muscles of steel and are often accused of having a heart to match. He's the one who rings the door-bell, swallows hard and announces the passing of a loved one; then spends the rest of the day wondering why he ever took such a "crummy" job.

On TV, a cop is an oaf who couldn't find a bull fiddle in a telephone booth. In real life he's expected to find a little blond boy " about so high" in a crowd of a half million people. In fiction, he gets help from private eyes, reporters, and who-dun-it fans." In real life, mostly all he gets from the public is " I didn't see nuttin'."

When he serves a summons, he's a monster. If he lets you go, he's a doll. To little kids, he's either a friend or a bogeyman, depending on how the parents feel about it. He works " around the clock", split shifts, Sundays and holidays, and it always kills him when a joker says. " Hey tomorrow is Election Day, I'm off, let's go fishing" ( that's the day he works 20 hours).

A cop is like the little girl, who, when she was good, was very, very good, but, when she was bad, was horrid. When a cop is good, " he's getting paid for it." When he makes a mistake, " he's a grafter, and that goes for the rest of them too." When he shoots a stick-up man he's a hero, except when the stick-up man is " only a kid, anybody coulda seen that."

Lots of them have homes, some of them covered with ivy, but most of them covered with mortgages. If he drives a big car, he's a chiseler; a little car, "who's he kidding?" His credit is good; this is very helpful, because his salary isn't. Cops raise lots of kids; most of them belong to other people.

A cop sees more misery, bloodshed, trouble, and sunrises than the average person. Like the postman, cops must also be out in all kinds of weather. His uniform changes with the climate, but his outlook on life remains about the same: mostly a blank, but hoping for a better world.

Cops like days off, vacations, and coffee. They don't like auto horns, family fights, and anonymous letter writers. They have unions, but they can't strike. They must be impartial, courteous, and always remember the slogan " At your service." This is sometimes hard, especially when a character reminds him, " I'm a taxpayer, I pay your salary."

Cops get medals for saving lives, stopping runaway horses, and shooting it out with the bandits ( once in a while his widow gets the medal). But sometimes, the most rewarding moment comes when, after some small kindness to an older person, he feels the warm hand clasp, looks into grateful eyes and hears, " Thank you and God bless you, son."

Douglas Arizona Border Patrol Explorer Post 456

June 30, 2006

"Hey you" as you would always say.

It's been a very busy and hectic week for me so I came here to find peace. It's great reading & hearing all the nice things that people have to say about you. You truly are never forgotten, not by me anyway.

As always, you're on my mind & definitely in my heart.

June 22, 2006

Another year, another birthday - 28 this year; can't help wishing we could talk about my Saturday Celebration in West Palm. I know you were there and I know you kept me safe, thank you!

You're on my mind & definitely in my heart.

May 22, 2006

I was never given the honor to met Special Agent Lebid, however I met his family. On May 26, 2006 the GCPA will be doing their routine run. However this time they will be running behind the Nation's colors in rememberance of fallen hero's and specifically Special Agent Lebid. God bless your family and protect your other brothers and sisters.

Friend

May 18, 2006

Our Dear Phillip,

It is one day after another and the memories of you keep us going. Please help your parents and sister and brother stay strong together and not give up. Thank you for watching over us.

God Bless you.

April 26, 2006

From time to time, I'll reminisce with Brandy on the old dancing days at Groovestreet...You, me, Brandy, John, Misty, Dennis, Renee, Ester, Carmela...We'd have so much fun in the few hours we spent on Wednesday nights.

I have to admit, I miss it greatly and I'm thinking about getting back into it. It really is a great stress reliever and what a better way to remember you by. Your face still appears when I hear a song that you had a routine to or that we danced to. Can't say I ever want that to go away; those memories keep me going and I'd rather have the memories then nothing at all.

Still, ever so much, you're on my mind & definitely in my heart.

Siena

April 21, 2006

Phillip

Hello. Were your ears burning Saturday night? You were being discussed, in the highest regard as usual. I am hearing wonderful things about David, how great he is doing at the FMPD and how proud you would be of him. Watch over him for your mom. I ran into him and his fiance at the ice cream place on Santa Barbara. He looks so much like you I had to double take him. He is just as sweet and polite too. He got to meet my husband and son.

You are missed but never forgotten. You touched so many. I really wish Eddie could have met you and that you could have met our son Jackson. I remember how you adore children, and my son would make your heart melt.

Take care of your self, look for dad up there and tell him I am okay and his dreams came true, his family is together, all in one place. I hope we get to meet again some day. Until then....

Rhonda Murnane

Rhonda Murnane
A Friend

April 17, 2006

Hey you! Well, as you know, this is my comfort zone. I come here several times a month just to say hello, read your reflections, and see your smiling face. You've been in a couple of my dreams lately and, I have to say, after 15 months I still wake up feeling empty and disappointed. I miss you so much and still wish so hard that I could see or speak to you.

You're on my mind & definitely in my heart.

Mahal kita,
Siena

March 22, 2006

So many songs remind me of you. The thing that brings me the most comfort is knowing that you have "got where you are going". One thing among many that you have taught me is to live your life with no regrets-which is easier said then done. I miss you Phillip.

Love always

March 14, 2006

I continue to miss you; somedays more than others, especially when I come across something I know you & I would've had a conversation about.

You're on my mind and definitely in my heart...always. Un beso.

February 22, 2006

I just returned from Chicago; I had a great time. There was snow everywhere; it was very cold but it was wonderful. I went to the Great Lakes graduation and I even went to the Navy Pier, they were both awesome! I remember the stories you've shared about Chicago and how excited you got when telling me...I only wish I could be telling you all of this in person or on the phone, then we could be excited together.

You're on my mind & definitely in my heart.

January 30, 2006

Phil, We miss you in Tampa. Nothing will bring you back but it helped to know the cause of the accident has been brought to justice. Praying your family finds some peace in that.

January 23, 2006

I was at St. Andrew's Festival last Saturday and I won a goldfish. I immediately went out the next day to purchase 3 more (to keep him company, of course) plus a starter tank kit and all the accessories. While at the store, I started to remember a time when I was telling you about my fish, Steve, and you laughing because I named him. I remembered another time when I was staring at the fish tank in your apartment and I asked what the fish’s name was. You simply said he didn’t have one and I suggested naming him Oliver. Once again you laughed about my whole “name the fish” issue and asked why that name? I said, “So we can call him Oli”; you continued to laugh and, in fact, began cracking up. I know that you were laughing when I selected the names for the goldfish - MJ named the fish from the festival Nemo and I named the other three "MIYA", "CHIA", & "PIA". Lori laughed as well when I told her.

You’re on my mind & definitely in my heart. Un beso.

January 20, 2006

Lebido,

Last week I received some great news. I shared it with all my family and close friends and immediately thought of you . I know you would have been just as excited as I was when I told you. Tonight as part of the celebration I did what we did best…EAT! I grilled up some steaks, lobster and of course, plenty of Liberty School. I miss you a lot brother. Definitely wish you could be here with me to celebrate. Not a day goes by that I don’t tell someone about you and the wonderful things you accomplished. Thanks for looking out for me the past year Philacio. I sure needed it!

I raise my glass…Salute mi amigo!

January 13, 2006

Happy 32nd Birthday, Dearest Phillip!

Thank you for watching over us. We need your help now more than ever.

We love you and miss you. God bless you,

US

December 29, 2005

Happy Birthday PIA!

I wish we could meet up at Stonewood or Friday's for dinner & drinks like old times - I miss that so much.

You're on my mind & definitely in my heart.

Un beso,
Siena

December 29, 2005

Happy Birthday to you. Still missing you and thinking about you. Take care.

December 29, 2005

Hey Phillip,
Just wanted to say "Happy Birthday" & that we all miss you "Secret Agent Man"...

Roger
Fort Myers Police Department

December 29, 2005

You're on my mind and definitely in my heart...yesterday, today, always.

I miss you,
Un beso.

December 22, 2005

Phil, You are the kind of gentleman all men wish they could be. I admire and respect you in many ways. You were an inspiration in training and I know I am a better person for knowing you. You always made the best of every situation. We all miss you dearly. Until we see you again, keep watch over us. God bless you and your family

November 28, 2005