Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dear Pia,

Whatever wonderful heavenly place you are in right now...I really hope you are at peace. I still 4 years later am in disbelief and shock that you are not here in person. In my heart I have always wished that it was all a bad dream and that your really out there in this oh so crazy world. For Chia I am so sad for...I am the only person on this earth who knows how much she loved you (or should I say "loves" you). All the talks I have had with her about you and her and all the "what ifs". It breaks my heart that the what ifs never happened, but please know that you will always be "Pia" and when we talk about you and all the memories I hope that it makes you smile wherever you may be...
you are in my thoughts often, especially after a day of hanging out with Chia....peace to you and your memory.

Miya

Miya

July 22, 2008

I was in D.C. last month and everything I visited reminded me of you...your pictures kept playing in my mind, you know, the ones on your website. I know you were with me in spirit, but I wish you could have been there in body.

The other night you came to me and no matter how hard I tried, I couldn't reach you; I woke up very upset. Then, Miya and I were talking about you on Friday and I told her, "no regrets." Afterwards, she went on to say what she always says, which sometimes I really want to believe but in reality, we know it isn't possible. Also, she can't (or won't) remember the conversation you had regarding my earrings...lol...remind her, please, because I'd really like to hear it.

I miss you, so very much. You're on my mind & definitely in my heart!

Anonymous

July 21, 2008

Hi there
Your mom and Nicole came over last night. It was soooo good to see them. We spoke of you with so many wonderful memories. They got to meet my children. I think they stole your mom's heart instantly. They warmed up to them quickly and Jack even danced for them. Nicole was so cute with Ashley. She even let Nicole hold her. I hope our visit made you smile, we all had a wonderful time. I promise it will be more often. Please keep watch over your mom, as I know you are. She really needs you. They miss you so very much. I hope one day they will find peace. I hope this is a start of many more visits for us. I think that they may come over for Trick or Treating and may bring David and his family, I sure hope so, I would so love to see him too. I know thats 5 months way, but you know what a planner I am. Hee Hee. Take care up there.
I am honored to call you my friend.

Rhonda Murnane

June 27, 2008

Hello Friend. I was going through some items, preparing for a garage sale, when I came across an old purse. In it I was shocked to find several things, which immediately brought back memories of you! There's an October calendar from our dancing days with your telephone number written on the back (ha-ha, remember that? Misty & Renee telling me I would be insane not to accept a date with you), a Smugglers Cove score card (so yes, I have evidence of kicking your butt in miniature golf...3 holes in one!), a receipt when you were helping me to find a cd (which oddly we found at Brookstone), and several movie ticket stubs of movies we went to see. I began to cry, the flow of memories overwhelming me. I can't believe I still had these items tucked away in a purse, which of course, now, I don't have the heart to sell.

I also recently found out that Christopher Lee Anderson will be serving the 15 years, which after numerous failed chances, he so deserves to serve! I can't believe it's taken over 3 years after your death, but as you & I would always say, "Better late, than never."

I miss you friend, much more than I could ever imagine. Always, you're on my mind & definitely in my heart!

May 22, 2008

During this memorial week I find myself thinking of you even more that I usually do. I miss your smile! I know that you are up in heaven "dancing" with the angels and "protecting" someone very important. Keep watching over us. Love you and miss you "James"

Lisa Ann

Lisa Ann Lewis - TCO2
Ft. Myers Police Dept

May 15, 2008

Phillip,

I often think about you no matter what I'm doing and How I wish you were still here. There are NO words to describe a Man like you, and I have yet to meet another. I miss you. Thank you for all of the advice you openly gave to me.

Family Friend

May 2, 2008

Hello once again...just dropping in to say hello.

Brandy & I were in Tampa on Thursday and gosh I wish we could have hung out with you. I miss those days and you so much!

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

April 23, 2008

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

March 24, 2008

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

March 19, 2008

Oh how much I miss you, friend. You're on my mind & definitely in my heart!

February 22, 2008

Dear Phillip,
Knowing you, however brief, has been the greatest gift. You are missed and loved. Please watch over all of us. Thank you.
We always love you and pray for you, your family and friends,
us

February 20, 2008

Phillip-I see your mom every so often and she always mentions you. Know that you are missed and loved.

February 15, 2008

I miss you so much...I need a friend and wish so bad that you were just a phone call away. Talking to myself isn't working very well; I try to imagine what you'd tell me if you were here, but it's tough to hear your voice when I'm trying to find an answer. Oh, well, guess I'll just have to take a look at some old dancing pictures so I can hear you laughing...that's about the only thing cheering me up these days.

Now and forever, you're on my mind & definitely in my heart.

January 22, 2008

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

Always, you're on my mind & definitely in my heart. Un beso.

December 29, 2007

Phillip,
I never got a chance to meet you, but your brother talked about you a lot and how proud of you he was. I still remember the day he called me with the horrible news. You are not forgotten here, rest in peace brother.

Deputy R. Park
Desoto County Sheriff's Office

December 28, 2007

Hey there, old friend...just wanted to say hello. I can't believe the holidays are here and almost gone; time really flies once you've hit that 25 mark.

Well, if I don't get to stop by again before the year's up - Merry Christmas, Happy Birthday, & Happy New Year! And always, you're on my mind & definitely in my heart!

December 22, 2007

rest in peace hero

vandenberghe
nh

November 29, 2007

On the 3 year date of your death, we are thinking of your family and friends. You are a true hero and will not be forgotten...

Craig Figgins
Brother - SGT Dan Figgins St Charles, IL EOW 4/9/05

November 22, 2007

I carry your heart with me; I carry it in my heart. I am never without it. Anywhere I go, you go,my dear; and whatever is done by only me is your doing, my darling. I fear no fate, for you are my fate, my sweet. I want no world, for beautiful, you are my world, mine true; and you are whatever a moon has always meant and whatever a sun will always sing. Here is the deepest secret nobody knows. Here is the root of the root and the bud of the bud and the sky of the sky of a tree called life, which grows higher than the soul can hope or the mind can hide and this is the wonder that's keeping the stars apart. I carry your heart with me; I carry it in my heart
~EE Cummings~

Always & forever, you are on my mind & definitely in my heart!

November 22, 2007

My thoughts are with all of your loved ones today. Continue to keep watch over all of them and protect them from harm, also watch over those still out on patrol watching over the Thin BLue Line.

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

November 22, 2007

Phillip

I cannot beleive it's been three years. Still speak of you often. Take care up there and know you will NEVER be forgotten.

A Friend

November 21, 2007

Hey you - Remembering today, 8 years ago, and missing you so very much...Always, you're on my mind & definitely in my heart!

October 22, 2007

You're greatly missed, dear Phillip! You are one of the few with so many great qualities who is needed here.

September 28, 2007

It's been a long while, I know, but you know just how hectic & busy it's been...a great whirlwind!

I continue to miss you.

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

September 11, 2007

Agent Lebid, thank you for your service. You will never be forgotten.

I sincerely hope the person that chose to run the red light while speeding thinks of the choice they made each and every time they look in the mirror.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO

August 15, 2007