Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Phillip,

We were so proud of your accomplishments and happy we got to see you in October. You will be deeply missed.

Love,

Karen Smith & Dean Wiant

December 1, 2004

REST IN PEACE BROTHER, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!!!!!!

Sgt. DANIEL ABRAHAMSON
OSCEOLA COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE

November 30, 2004

PHIL,

YOU ARE MISSED MORE THAN YOU COULD POSSIBLY KNOW. YOU LEFT A LEGACY SO MANY WILL HOPE TO FOLLOW. YOU SET THE STANDARD FOR LIVING LIFE TO THE FULLEST, AND LOVING THOSE AROUND YOU. OUR TEARS RUN, AND OUR HEARTS BLEED FOR YOU DEAREST PHILLIP. OUR LIVES HAVE BEEN TOUCHED BY YOUR WITTY WAYS, FUNNY/HAPPY MEMORIES WILL BE ETCHED IN OUR MINDS FOR ALL ETERNITY. AND SO I SAY ADIOS MI AMIGO, WE LOVE YOU SO, UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN.

GENNIFER TURNER

November 30, 2004

I will forever cherish the fond memories of our time together in D.C. and our lengthy conversations over the past months. You gave unconditional love to all who knew you. We are all blessed for having known you. I'm honored to have met your wonderful family, and am sorry it had to be under such circumstances. Cheers for now, dearest friend...Until we meet again...

Beth Prince

November 29, 2004

Farewell my Brother. We thank you for your faithful and dedicated service above and beyond the call. Be assured your loved ones are not alone as we are but a phone call away.

Bob Johnson VA-VI

Bob Johnson U.S. Marshal's (Ret'd)
Blue Knights International Police Assn.

November 29, 2004

To my dearest Phil,
It has been one week since your accident and I can't begin to tell you how I feel. You were my best friend!!! You listened to me and all my problems and I listened to you the same. We helped each other through some really rough times. I'll never forget the Monday lunches while watching Elimidate (or Elimiscank) as we called it. This morning I got up and ran really far because I knew you were there running by my side to help me if I needed it( and I did!!). I will never forget you Phil and I hope that you will still want to be my best friend for the rest of my life. To the Lebid Family: I can't say enough about all of you. It is like you guys have adopted me and I now have an entire new family. I just want you to know that I loved Phil and everything that he stood for. He was truly a deep and loving soul. I can only hope to be half the person that Phil was and that would be a great accomplishment. Thank you for raising such a fine son and such a fine example of what a young man should be like!! I love you guys and I will always be there for you!

Officer Rebecca Prince
Fort Myers Police Department

November 29, 2004

I have known Phillip for many years, almost 13 to be exact. I feel his departure so very deeply. My heart and prayers go out to his entire family, parents, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, grandparents and to all of us, his friends, who knew and loved him so much. My heart will be heavy for quite some time as I deal with this enormous loss. Phillip, you will never be forgotten and you will ALWAYS have a special place in my heart. Rest well my dear friend, until we meet again.

Rhonda (Smith) Murnane, Friend

November 29, 2004

The thoughts and prayers of the Pennsyvania state Police are with him and your department we have worked very closely with the usss over the past few years and know they are one of the most professional if not the most professional Federal agency God Bless

CPL K YUHAS
PA STATE POLICE

November 29, 2004

Phillip,

You were a beautiful person...and someone I could always talk to. You loved life and did your best to be sure that everyone around you was happy. I will always cherish the time we had together. You touched my life and will forever be in my heart.

All my love.

November 29, 2004

My Fallen Brother,

Your service will never be forgotten. May God watch over your family and friends.
Rest in peace...

Detective Kevin Angell #2016
Sarasota Co Sheriff's Office Honor Guard

November 28, 2004

My thougts and prayers are with Special Agent Lebid's family, friends and co-workers. May God bless and comfort you. Psalm 55:22

Denise Nichols - surviving spouse
Alabama State Trooper Brian Nichols EOW 2/17/2002

November 28, 2004

Phil, I was blessed to have known you and to have worked with you. I have many memories that will be cherished. You are dearly missed.

Sergeant Scott Cain
Fort Myers Police Department

November 28, 2004

Phil,

I am one of the lucky ones, I got to know you over the years and receive the gift of calling you a friend. You are one of the most sincere and selfless people I have ever met. You have touched the lives of everyone you met and will continue to do so through our memories of you. You leave such a wonderful, strong family behind; Nicole and David spoke at your funeral yesterday, and as you know, they did beautifully. I am so fortunate that I got to see you with your family this past weekend, and even though it was brief, I will cherish those moments always! We lost not only a great agent on Monday, we lost a great human being. Phil, you will never be forgotten!

A Friend

November 28, 2004

I would like to extend my condolences to Special Agent Lebid's family and friends, and to the men and women of the United States Secret Service. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of tragedy. Rest in peace Special Agent Lebid, your duty here is done.

Deputy Sheriff
Butte County Sheriff's Office

November 28, 2004

May God less your family my brother my prayers are with you

Cpl. S.P. Raggins
Lake City Police Department Lake City, Florida

November 28, 2004

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."

Officer David Carroll
Choctaw Oklahoma

November 27, 2004

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Shannon
concerned citizen

November 27, 2004

Phil, I was so saddened to hear your death . . and consequently, the loss of your family, your friends, our law enforcement profession and our nation. We all give "some" Phil . . . but you my brother, gave "all." I honor you, your name, your memory and mostly for the ultimate sacrifice you made protecting all of us. We will never forget you. Rest easy now . . . we'll cover your post on our thin blue line. With brotherly love and utmost respect, Jim Crotty (Former Richmond, VA Police Officer.)

Jim Crotty Special Agent (Ret.)
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms

November 27, 2004

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE
OFFICERS WISH TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES.
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH S/A
LEBID, HIS FAMILY AND CO-WORKERS.

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE

November 27, 2004

My sincere condolence to the family and loved ones of Agent Le bid.

Senior Trooper Keith Miller (Rte)
Oregon State Police

November 27, 2004

It feels like you are still here.

I hope that feeling never goes away.

Erin

November 27, 2004

Upon the markers of their graves
Our heroes etched in names we save
For all the life they gave with pride
To keep the peace within life's stride

To honor serve and do their best
To keep us safe through any quest
They gave up what was theirs to share
Their spirits shall be always near

No fear within the hearts and minds
To keep us safe within our times
The glory that is ours to see
Those special hearts of bravery

They have walked where no man dare
Their lives in danger with no care
For they have given all they could
For their courage we have stood

In awe of every one who gave
His life for others who they saved
So we will know their contribution
Their firm resolve and resolution

For those they left with hearts so broken
In every whispered word that's spoken
We bow our heads in confirmation
In every word life's revelation

Those who stand within their shoes
Will follow courage as they choose
And give to all the best they had
They carry on with spirits glad

We will know that they walked through
With colors bright and hearts so true
No Island stands alone they say
For heroes they are born this way

Protecting those with loyalty
A glimpse of so much royalty
Within the years of courage bound
These officers have earned their crown

Upon the earth we shall remember
The special goals and all their thunder
That proves a hero came our way
Who left their hearts on earth to stay.

~ Francine Pucillo ~
(c)Copyright November 16, 2004
In Memory of all those lost in the line
of fire with courage, strength and love.

CHIEF BILLY CUREINGTON
WISNER POLICE DEPARTMENT, WISNER, LA

November 26, 2004

You, your family, and your department are in my prayers during this difficult time.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

November 26, 2004

I am so sad and sorry to read the horrible incident that Agent Lebid went through. This is another loss with in the family of law enforcement.

My prayers will be for his love ones and his co-workers.

Agent Lebid may your soul rest in peace.

Police Officer
Village of Key Biscayne Miami-Dade County

November 26, 2004

To the Family of Phillip Lebid -

I cannot begin to express to you my utter, and sheer shock I experienced when I heard of Phillip's death. Maybe I cannot seem to put into words what I feel, but I can understand how you feel. After losing my fiancee (Daniel Starks) in 2003 my heart sank as I realized another officer so close to home had been killed.

My heart sank even more when I heard from Shannon that Phillip had been to the National Law Enforcement Memorial in DC and etched Daniel's name from the wall. My heart goes out to all of you and I will always be praying for you. As a survivor, I can't tell you that things will be any better soon. The days some times drag on forever, but eventually the days get easier and the memories will follow you wherever you go, and you will have days where all you can see are things that remind you of Phillip. Remember they may be gone, but they are angels and they always will let us know they are still with us. Trust me. :)

Rest assured that no one will ever forget Phillip. I never will and I didn't even know him personally.

To the guys at FMPD you did a fine job at making sure Phillip had a proper funeral and that he was never alone. You did that for Daniel and you did it for Phil and you all should be recognized for being an agency of integrity and always doing the right thing. It's been a rough last couple of years, and you did a wonderful job.

My prayers are with Phillip's family and Shannon.

- Jessica Ruhl & The Starks Family
Fiancee of Police Officer Daniel Starks
EOW 10.25.03
Ft Myers PD, FL

November 26, 2004