Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I want to thank Officer Catchings for all the hard work he done while on the force. He was all trying to help in everyway he knew how.
Rest and Peace now and always

SAJH

March 18, 2005

You have done the ultimate deed and for that, you are now receiving your ultimate reward. May the Lord bless your family and friends during this time of mourning. Just remember, in your time of mourning, the good Lord is still there and he will pull you through.

Deon

March 18, 2005

Certainly he was an officer put his life above his own, and was that through God eternal plan he will gain his life eternal. God bless Officer Catchings and his family, and may God keep them and strengthen them.

Civil Engineer
Army Corps of Engineers

March 18, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Thank you for your bravery, courage and commitment to the badge – your hard work and valiant efforts will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace…

A Relative of Officer Robert Stanze
EOW: August 8, 2000

March 18, 2005

Rest in peace, brother! You have epitomized the meaning of warrior. You set the bar for the way we strive to fight the fight and we can only hope to have your courage in the face of evil. Thank you for the contribution you made to this country and to the law enforcement profession. You are a hero to more than you will ever know.

You have earned your place in Heaven, serving for eternity alongside the finest men & women who have made the supreme sacrifice.

Though words alone will not carry your loved ones through this tragedy, let them find solace in these reflections and in knowing that you are a true warrior of justice. We will keep you and all of those who had the privelege of knowing you in our prayers.

Godspeed!

A Squad
Woodbridge PD CT

March 18, 2005

I GIVE MY DEEPEST CONCERNS TO THE FAMILY AND JPD STAFF.

GOD BLESS YOU ALL

JPS - POWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL

March 18, 2005

To the wife,children, and family,
My heart, pain and tears go out to you during this tragedy. I wish I had words to comfort you, but unfortunately I don't. It will be one year since my brother's tragic death and the pain is just as strong as it was the night we rushed to the hospital to only hear that he was gone. My next words may not provide comfort and they may, instead, bring up anger and confusion. I have been able to find some peace in the pride I feel for my brother. He could have chosen not to get out of the car to approach the suspect, but he took pride in his oath to protect the community. Patrolman Thomas Catchings was an honorable man, it appears that he too, took pride in his oath. It's unfortunate that our loved ones paid the ultimate price. You are not alone. Please know that there are many of us throughout the United States who are crying with you. You don't know us but we are with you.

Regina Espinoza
sister of fallen San Francisco Police Officer Isaac Espinoza eow 4/10/

March 18, 2005

To the family and fellow officers of Patrolman Catchings from some coworkers of family members of yours: God Bless you and keep you in this time of mourning. We also celebrate the valor and goodness that this officer gave to his community.
May God's peace and strength sustain you all during the coming days.

Mike
VA Medical Center

March 18, 2005

To Officer Catchings family and friends our hearts and prayers go out to you.

God Bless you

terry miyares, surviving spouse
Officer Emilio Miyares, Hialeah PD< Fl 11/6/86

March 18, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Patrolman Catchings' family, friends and fellow officers. You died a hero, sir. Rest in peace.

Captain Robert W. Cannon; Retired
Vermilion County Illinois Sheriff's Department

March 18, 2005

It doesn't take much,
to take someone down.
Just a single bullet, that can bounce around.

A vest or not,
the bullet will find a way.
On any kind of night,
it can take someone away.

The bulletin was heard,
and every officer knew,
the one they called their own
had just left the team in blue.

Everyone knew,
this day could come.
and now everyone is left
feeling helpless and numb.

The killer is in jail,
but how little it eases the pain.
Because a mother and father,
know things will never be the same.

He was one of many
who answered the late night calls,
and now he will be one of many,
who's name is left on Washington walls.

I'm deeply sorry to here about the death of Patrolman Catchings, he died doing what loved to do but he shouldn't have died in that way, just because some 18yr old punk kid who didn't want to go to jail. And even though u were just answering the call as u did some many times it is still a tragic loss for who loved u. My deepest sympathies go out to his family, friends, and fellow co-workers, know that u will never be forgotten and u will be deeply missed. We have lost in the line of duty another hero in blue

R.I.P Patrolman Catchings as u have taken your final 10-42
God Bless

March 18, 2005

To Officer Catching,Family and Friends and Co-Workers. My heart and prayers are with you. May God give you the strength to face the difficult days ahead. May your love one rest in peace and God bless you all.
D.Jones
Mother of Officer Ron Jones
EOW 12/26/01
PPD, Prentiss Ms.

March 18, 2005

After recently burying one of our own, we know what everyone is going through. Ya'll are in our thoughts and prayers.

Deputy
Douglas County Sheriff's Office Douglasville, Ga.

March 18, 2005

To the Catchings Family and Friends. I am truly sorry for you great loss. May God be with at this time of grief.

Teresa Williams

March 18, 2005

Patrolman Catchings you were a hero to all us & our families.when i say a true police officer you were.worry no more my hero.your at peace now and to the family look to the hills which cometh all of our help.all of our help cometh from the lord.May God Contiue to Bless your family During this time of sorrow.

Security Officer.Trina McNair--j.p.s.

March 18, 2005

Officer Catchings,

Thank you for your service. You are and will always be rememberd as a hero. Rest in peace

M.Fontaine Correctional Officer
California Dept of Corrections

March 18, 2005

Thomas,Your work for the citizens of Jackson,Miss and here on earth is now completed. May you rest in peace and god be with you all ways. You will never be forgotten.

alexander mcgowan
Memphis Police Dept

March 18, 2005

Never stop fighting. Never quit. You gave it your all brother, and no one can ask for more. Rest in Peace.

Officer
Orlando PD

March 18, 2005

You truly gave the ultimate sacrifice while doing something you loved. May you rest in peace. Also, God give strength to his family, and friends during their of bereavement.

Jacenta LaJune Williams

March 18, 2005

My sincerest condolences go out to the family, friends, and coworkers of this fallen hero.

Andrew, Police Officer
Baltimore City Police

March 18, 2005

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Patrolman Catchings.

While no one who wears a badge wants to be put into such a situation, he willingly and selflessly put himself into the line of fire to protect those whom he might not have even known despite the danger. While I did not have the privilege to have known him personally, I am certain that he has found a place in heaven.

Rest in peace my friend; those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin blue line.

Anonymous

March 18, 2005

Our sincere condolences go out to the family of Patrolman Catchings and to all the personnel of the Jackson Police Department who worked with him.

While it is no consolation for your loss, remember that we, and many others in this country, appreciate the sacrifice that he made in his effort to ensure the safety of the public.

God bless.

Southwest Central Dispatch
Palos Heights, IL

March 18, 2005

Rest in the peace of the Lord. Your incredible response in the face of the enemy is an inspiration for every law enforcement officer and peace loving civilian throughout this country. May God Bless your wife and children. Thank You!

Deputy Jeff Johnson
Jeff. Co Sherrif's Office, Louisville, Ky

March 18, 2005

My family would like to send our heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends, & fellow co-workers of Patrolman Thomas Catchings. You're in our thoughts and prayers. May God watch over all the brave men and women in law enforcement who put their lives on the line everyday as they serve & protect their communities. Your job is a difficult one and we truly appreciate all you do. God bless each & everyone of you.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2-16-04

March 18, 2005

Rest in Peace.Protect us from above...

Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept,NY

March 18, 2005