Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace brother Haist. When the phone buzzed this morning there was sadness thru out the state. Another hero has passed thru the golden gates.

Ptl. Ivan Davis
Ashburn Police Department (Georgia)

February 17, 2005

Chunk,
It has only been a few months since I last seen you. We were attending accident recon classes in Forsyth. We spent two weeks learning to "measure from a straight line." I remember all of us staying late in class and helping each other with the scale diagrams. Ricky J. called me tonite to let me know. I could not believe my ears when he told me that it was you! Before the class was over, you wanted my numbers so you could come to the coast and visit me. I was hoping that when you came, I would be able to go out with you and show you the "Coast". Well, brother I hope to one day see you up there and you can show me around! Walk the streets of Heaven now because you have did your time in hell. Ricky, Chris, Jimmy, and I will miss you. Rest now my brother and watch over us from Heaven!

Pfc. Michael Davis, Traffic DIvision
Brunswick, Ga. Police Dept.

February 17, 2005

As a member of public saftey and an officer's wife I would like to say thank you for the job you did. Often times we never get thanks for the risks that we take, but I would like to thank you for the sacrifice you made. My prayers go out to your daughters, surviving family, and to the Henry County Police Dept. Officer Haist you are now an angel patroling the streets of gold.

Lt. Denice Riley
Aragon, GA Fire Department

February 17, 2005

Thank you for your service to your community. Having lost an LEO friend (Sgt. Hewitt..EOW 04/04/04), my thoughts and prayers go out to Officer Haist's family, co-workers and friends.

Buncombe County, NC

February 16, 2005

Chuck, you were a great neighbor and an even better friend. I don't think I ever talked to you when you didn't have a smile on your face and a chuckle under your breath. You had a sincere concern for everyone around you and should be a role model of what a professional officer should be. The void you leave behind will not be easily filled. Know that you will be remembered.

TFC J.C. Cronin
Georgia Sate Patrol

February 16, 2005

We in Georgia mourn today as another hero is taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Haist. May the Lord give you strength and bless each of you during this time.

Rest in peace for your watch here is over; walk in heavens beat and guide us to protect and serve others safely.

US Ranger Catroppa
National Park Service Kennesaw GA

February 16, 2005

America lost another hero today, Officer Haist was doing what any of us would have done, when that call came out, he forgot his safety and rushed to help his fellow officer, he died a hero, Officer Haist go patrol those golden streets of heaven now. we will continue your shift here. to the friends and family please turn to God and he will help you through this difficult time. this hurts really bad, no I didnt know officer haist, but we share a common thing, the thin blue line. he was a brother in blue and chewill never be forgoton. rest in peace
brother.

Sgt. W. M. Riley
Aragon Ga police Dept

February 16, 2005

God Bless you and you Family. Rest In Peace Brother. You won't be forgotten!

Ofc. R. A. Collar
Cobb Co PD, GA

February 16, 2005

Officer Haist,
I would like to say thank you for your service to the citizens of Henry County.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

February 16, 2005

Our condolences to the family and friends of Officer Haist in this time of tragdey. Officer Haist you can stand at parade rest,we have your watch. Officers of A-SQUAD will dedicate its shift in your memory. Godspeed,Sir

A-SQUAD
Woodbridge Police Woodbridge CT

February 16, 2005

Chuck you were the first officer to call me brother when I first started. As time passed we became friends, and it was me calling you brother. God bless your family.
I'll miss you BROTHER,
Doug

Officer D.Ware
Henry County Police

February 16, 2005

Thank you for doing what you have done to help make your community better. My heart goes out to your loved ones. I hope they stay strong and keep you around through memories they have shared with you. To your daughters, I did not know your daddy, but I am sure he is great! You will have many stories to share and remember about him. I'm sure his friends will have many stories to share with you as well. Try and be strong as you know your daddy will always be with you every step you take.

Tracie

February 16, 2005

You know I never heard Officer Haist say a bad word about anyone. And he was there for me with a kind ear on a number of occasions. He stayed positive, kept his sense of humor and was always professional. The kind of officer you would want with you on any kind of call, a true 20. It was an honor to work with and know Officer Haist.

Deputy Allen White
Henry County Sheriff Dept

February 16, 2005

To the family, friends and co-workers my prayers are with you. I know that you will miss Chuck everyday, but we will never for get him.
Officer Haist look Clint up for me, tell him I miss him everyday, and keep sending all the messages we need them.

Connie Barker
Mother of Clint Walker E.O.W. 1-14-04

February 16, 2005

Rest in peace Brother Chuck, you are a true hero and will never be forgotten for you service and courage.

Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham Retired
Sand Springs Okla Police Department

February 16, 2005

I am not a police officer but I wanted to send my deepest sympathy. I am so sorry this has happened to your loved one, I will pray for Charles and his family and friends.
Shelley Bullock
Douglasville, GA

Shelley Bullock

February 16, 2005

02/16/2005 at 21:00 hours, Chuck I'm headed to roll call...It's not going to be the same without you. I already miss talking to you.

Officer J. Fincher
Henry County Police Department

February 16, 2005

Saint Michael, heaven's glorious commissioner of police,who once so neatly and successfully cleared God's premisesof all its undesirables, look with kindly and professional eyes on your earthly force.
Give us cool heads, stout hearts, and uncanny flair for investigation and wise judgment.
Make us the terror of burglars, the friend of children and law-abiding citizens, kind to strangers, polite to bores, strict with law-breakers and impervious to temptations.
You know, Saint Michael, from your own experiences with the devil, that the police officer's lot on earth is not always a happy one; but your sense of duty that so pleased God, your hard knocks that so surprised the devil, and your angelic self-control give us inspiration.
And when we lay down our night sticks, enroll us in your heavenly force, where we will be as proud to guard the throne of God as we have been to guard the city of all the people. Amen.

Lt C. L. Israel

February 16, 2005

I heard of the accident Wednesday morning from a fellow Trooper. I remember meeting you on serveral traffic stops. You are a fine officer and will be very missed. Chuck you did your job with pride and honor. Rest well friend

TFC B.M. Stone
Georgia State Patrol

February 16, 2005

God Bless Brother Haist. My heart aches for your girls and the rest of your family. However, you are in a better place than us. Please watch over the rest of us so that we go home safe at night.

Officer
Independence, Missouri

February 16, 2005

Officer Haist you are a true warrior and was answering the call without hesitation. I pray that god will comfort your family and department in the days to come. God speed my brother in blue.

"The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are bold as a lion..........."

PSO K-9 Robert Caudill
Bristol Tennessee Police Dept

February 16, 2005

"Signal 63" Officer needs help. We hear it over the radio. The adreneline starts pumping, your body begins to tighten up, the hair on the back of your neck stands up and you feel that uncontrollable twitch in your leg. A brother in blue needs you! Anyone that wears a badge and carries a gun can relate to this. Officer Haist I did not know you but we were related. That's right the thin blue line of genetics was our relation. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. May God bless you and your family.

Atlanta Police Department

February 16, 2005

Rest In Peace Brother In Blue.

TROOPER
GSP POST 1

February 16, 2005

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God", Matthew 5:9. Rest easy brother your service here is done thank you for your sacrifice. May God bless your family and all the members of Henry County Police Department.

Officer Steven Gau
Miamisburg, OH. Police Dept.

February 16, 2005

The policeman stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry a badge
can't always be a saint."

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at time I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his god.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell"

Rest in Peace our brother in blue. You will be missed.

J.C. Soesbee
Clayton County Police Department

February 16, 2005