Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hi Pat, I just wanted to drop in and say Hi'. This week has been so strange. I was at work discussing the devastating loss of a police officer that died in the same fashion as you. I shared your story and how much you are missed and how wonderful you were. It was not even 5 minutes later and Easy like Sunday Morning" came on. I knew you sent that song because you LOVED it while you were here. The next night, I was in the middle of a horrible nightmare and you showed up and said' hey, let's get out of here with a HUGE smile. I miss you. Christina

Christina
Friend

April 13, 2013

Your on my mind a lot today.Well Rest IN PEACE. You were a real up and coming officer, an asset to our profession.
We miss you, and watch over us. May God Bless you and your family. I keep them in my prayers.

Kevin Wright
(Former Markham Sergeant)

Supervisory Agent Kevin Wright
Norfolk Southern RR Police

March 9, 2013

Hey Pat,
Thoughts of you always come to mind during the holiday season when the holes in our hearts left by those who are no longer with us are always felt a bit more. I saw your namesake last week when my bro was in town, and he's getting really big (Will P., not Trent, ha ha). Anyway, you were always like a brother to me, so I wanted to let you know that your memory is very much alive within my family.

Taira (aka Terrible)

January 2, 2013

Happy Birthday Pat!! I miss you!

Sarah Horton
cousin

December 20, 2012

A mother never forgets her child's birth day. My hope is that no more mothers know the date of their child death. I am very sad today - missing you so very much.

Mom

December 19, 2012

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones. Continue to watch over all of them and those close friends still out on patrol. Wrap your wings around your Mom and help her with her grief. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten.

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

November 24, 2012

Bob and I are off to COPS Parents Retreat in Little Rock. Some many stories, sharing, tears - somehow it is a really great weekend.
Always in my heart,

Mom

October 25, 2012

Good morning Pat,
Your old Mom just completed her 7th COPS Walk and am feeling all those miles. Age, weather, whatever the reason, this was the most difficult "25 miles" for me. But as physically demanding as this walk is, the people I met, the stories we share, my thoughts of you, create a positive moment in my life. I do this to honor and remember you. You will be forever in my heart.

Mom

October 9, 2012

The 8th Annual Patrick RIghi Barnard Golf Outing will be this Saturday. This will also be your 20th Tremont HS Reunion. Some of your classmates will be playing golf with us. You would think it might be easier - the pain of your loss might have lessened - the longing to see your smile - hear you laugh - might not be so strong but I miss you as much today as on 11/25/2004. My heart hurts but events like this help.
Your will forever be in my heart.

Mom

August 23, 2012

Bike ride is coming up. For some reason, I have been banned but Bob will be riding in Chicago. IL COPS will be stopping at the site of your accident to honor you on July 28th. This means more to me than they can image.
Love you forever,

Mom

July 13, 2012

CPD Run to Remember
What fun. BPD has some great officers. Nichele, Kara, AJ - what great room-mates. We're still making memories centered around you.
Love you with all my heart.

Mom

May 7, 2012

Rest in Peace, Patrol Officer Righi-Barnard. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

April 21, 2012

A new "Patrick" in the world, is the world ready?
How wonderful that thoughts of you entered into the naming of this beautiful baby boy. My heart is full of happiness for this new family; my eyes are full of tears. I thank God all are doing well.
I just hope they realize what comes with that name – an extra Grandma

Mom

March 28, 2012

Next week is COPS Traumas in Law Enforcement. The event will be held in your area, Oak Lawn. I will be speaking about my loss - how I was notified - problems we as a family experienced - what was done right. All may be helpful to others but the real tragedy is your not being here.
Miss you today as much as yesterday. You will be forever in my heart.

Mom

February 21, 2012

Hey Pat...Came accross something that reminded me of you. It's amazing how the most trivial of things in this world interact with our subconscoius minds and keep us from forgetting our lost friends. Anyway, it made me smile...and I needed a smile. Thanks and Happy New Year!!

True Blue

December 29, 2011

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones on this blessed holiday. Continue to keep watch over your Mom and all of your loved ones. You will be the topic of conversation over the dinner table and thats how it should be, remembering the hero that you are. thank you for being there for others.

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

December 24, 2011

Remembering you and your family today. Reading your mom's reflections brings home how life-altering losing a child is and how we are never the same as before. The loss that is a physical ache which can only be truly understood by others who have experienced it. Today your family is in my heart's embrace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

November 25, 2011

Pat,
My prayers are with your family today. You were in a dream I had lastnight being your goffy self. I miss you. Christina

friend

November 24, 2011

Patrick,
I'm heading off to COPS Parents Retreat today. COPS is a great organization that I wish I'd never heard of. This weekend is geared toward coping with the loss of one’s Police Officers child killed in the line of duty. Sharing a common loss binds us together – friends from all over the US – Moms & Dads who understand me and where I am in my life. You are always on my mind but this weekend - this time of year - It's tough.
I'm as sad today as I was the day you were killed - my life is different than I planned it would be. I miss you and how my life would have been with you in it so very much.
You'll be forever in my heart!

Mom

October 27, 2011

HI Pat,

Tomorrow is the 10th anniversary of 9-11. As i sit here tonight with heavy prayer requests for the brave men/women who lost there lives and pray for the loved ones that will never see them again. I can't help but think about you ALL my thoughts turn to you. Everyone can remember where they were the day 9-11 happened. I remember being at your condo and you were coming home from work just as the second plane hit. You were on the phone and ready to go to NY and help......... You were so awe struck! I remember you were just going to pick up and leave to help. You had a call for extra help at work that night and never made it there. But, I know hell or hight water, YOU would of made it if Markham didn't need you. AS I remember these brave men, women,husbands,wives,and all who gave the fight of thier life to help on this HORRIBLE day. I know YOU are there with EVERYONE tonight and tomorrow up in the clouds being the WONDERFUL person you are and making it OK for them. I MISS YOU and will NEVER forget 911 or YOU for ALL the wonderful things you did unselfishly while you were on watch AND put you right with all the brave HEROS that are so dearly missed................... Christina

Christina
Friend

September 10, 2011

Tomorrow is the 7th Officer Patrick Righi Barnard Memorial GOlf Outing. I cannot believe that you have been gone that long. I miss as much today as before. I keep thinking you'll "show up" to be with your friends. I hope all goes well tomorrow. I just know that you'll be missed.

Mom

August 19, 2011

Marc (from Burbank PD) and I will be participating in the Cook Co "Run for the Cops" tomorrow. Watch over us and keep us safe. You know how your Mother is; I need watching over.
Love you with all my heart!

Mom

July 29, 2011

Hey bud,
I am getting excited for the golf outing and seeing everyone, old friends and new and partying in memory of you. Wish you were here every day.

Anonymous

July 28, 2011

This past Sunday was the CPD’s Pedal for the Police. Regan, Ron, Bob, and I (????) rode in your memory. I needed to start learning to ride sooner than I did; perhaps I’m too old to learn. Even if I am, there isn’t anything I would not try for you. Your “brothers in blue” took great care of me; I know you were watching with great pride in them as they watched over your Mom for you.
Love you forever!

Mom

July 21, 2011

Patrick,
The run was good - no injuries - just stories - memories - tears - laughter – all in your honor
Love you – miss you.

Mom

May 2, 2011