Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Kevin,
My wife and I have just returned from Panama City Beach where we stayed in the Edgewater Resort. While walking I saw the marker beside the street out front and realized what it meant. I later talked with two officers there and was told of the events of the night of your death. One officer had been two blocks away that night and had worked the same shift with you. I could see and feel the hurt and pain he felt as he spoke of you. He showed me the emblem on the patrol cars with the 18 and a kite to remember you by. May you rest in peace and may God continue to be with your family and the department with which you served.

Sgt. Tommy Broughton,Retired
Powhatan Co. S.O. Va.

January 28, 2008

I ran accross the subject Bailey, Robert WM while preparing a course outline for my juvenile offenders and determined that he must have been sentence to death for a LEO. And, sure enough I found Kevin's biographical sketch. I am using this incident in an effort to teach criminal thinking and the ultimate nefarious outcomes that occur as a result of a life of crime. May be I'll be able to save one officer's life by teaching this course in behalf of Sergeant Kight. And, brothers this heartache that I feel as I read this obituary is as real today as it was when I was on-duty in Miami-Dade County and 35 officers died in the line-of-duty during my tour-of-duty. God Bless and keep up the Good Fight.

Retired Sergeant M. Kahn, Metro-Dade
Marion Juvenile Correctiona Facility

January 22, 2008

"No time on earth is long enough to share with those we love or to prepare out hearts for good-bye." author unknown

Wayne Kight
Uncle

January 21, 2008

Kevin, you are still missed and thought of everyday. I am sure you are so pround of the young man that Brandon has turned in to. What a blessing it was to have you in our lives for the short time that we did. God bless Christina and Brandon, what amazing people they are.

December 20, 2007

"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 © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

October 4, 2007

Keven its been over 2 years now its hard to believe we miss you so much i remember like it was just yesterday you and my father worked on german township police department together and were partners you were over at our house all the time i miss hanging out with you and my father we had so much fun i just wanted to show my respect and we will never forget you kevin we love you god bless your soul

Eric Turnmire
Family Friend

September 23, 2007

just returned from a long weekend on PCB. saw your fellow officers in action and now you have your own TV program. you are obviously remembered well. just wanted to say to all your family and fellow officer's, keep on doing what your doing, we need you and the world needs you. May God in His infinite wisdom Bless you all and watch over you and my Deputy Sheriff son. I view ODMP regularly and my heart hurts everytime a Law Enforcement Officer goes down and I remember my friends I lost at CCSO.

Sr.Chaplain Jim Mantooth-retired
Cherokee County Sheriff's Office

September 12, 2007

My prayers are with you and your family.

Former N.H. Police Officer
Fauquier County, VA

September 10, 2007

Our prayers are with you and your family....

Deputy Bliss W. Moreau
Calhoun County Sheriff Department

September 8, 2007

I was thinking about you today, I don't know why.
I came to this site. I used to check this site daily. Now,......not so often. I find that it hurts to much. The most vivid memory I have was of your son, I'm sorry I don't remember his name. During your funeral there wasn't room in the church for all of us. We stood in formation just as it started to rain. Your boy came down the rows of hundreds of cops and shook everyone's hand. He was wearing a gunbelt with a plastic gun and plastic handcuffs. By the the time he made it to me he had so many badges and pins stuck to his shirt that it was weighing him down. I took off my ribbons to pin them on his shirt, but I could barely find room. After I pinned them on his shirt I told him how I met his Daddy when he came to Osceola to help us after Hurricane Charlie. He smiled and stuck out his hand. I shook his hand. He said, "I gotta go now." What a strong young man.

Deputy Sheriff
Osceola S.O.

July 18, 2007

Sgt. Kight, God Bless you and your family. You will never be forgotten.

Officer Ryan Martina
FDLE Capitol Police

June 12, 2007

It has been over two years now Kevin. I still miss you every day. I miss your laughter and cheer and jokes. The hardest part was the trial but we all made it through and your killer was convicted and sentenced to death after two years. It was a relief to know what he faces, but it does not sooth the much of the anger knowing that you will never walk with us again. Still, I know you are with us each time I hear certain songs at the right times, or get a flat on my patrol truck at inconvenient times or trip over my dog, I hear your laughter. Brandon is growing quick and is a beautiful boy. I know you are proud. Watch over us brother and know that you are not forgotten.
with love, laughter and light, until we meet again,
Lorah

Ofc L. Buchanan
Panama City Beach Police Department

May 15, 2007

Mr. Kight I know your in a better place sir. Please watch over all of our brothers.

March 30, 2007

Mr. Kight I know your in a better place sir. Please watch over all of our brothers.

March 30, 2007

Two years have passed and you have not been forgotten by those that love you nor will the Blue Family ever let that happen for you are a true hero. Continue to watch over your loved ones and those still out on patrol guarding over the Thin Blue Line. You will not be forgotten.

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

March 27, 2007

Kevin, Christina, and Brandon;

Two years have gone by today, it is still hard to believe that you are no longer on patrol. I can not say that you are not here, because we all know you are still with us all in your own special way. Not long after I returned to DC from your funeral, I was accepted to the Motor Unit with my new agecy. To my surprise, and honor, I was given the number 18... just the number that my seniority and order on the unit came. My wife and I recently had a baby girl that we name Gracie Madison. She was born 1/8/07, and the first song we heard on the radio leaving the hospital with her was "Long Black Train", the same song that was sang at your memorial service, and has stayed with me for two years now. Those are just two examples of how I know you are still with us, and two of many reasons I will never forget you! With Police Week coming up fast, I look foreward to honring your memory along with all of the other brave heroes who gave their lives for the better good of man. May God bless you and your family, and just know you are still in our minds, in our hearts, and will never be forgotten! Thank you for being my hero! I miss you Kevin.

Officer George Jones
U.S. Secret Service / Former P.C.B.P.D.

March 27, 2007

Kevin, It has been 2 years today. I just wanted to say we miss you and will never forget you.

Cindy
Dispatch, Panama City Beach Police Dept

March 27, 2007

Sergeant Kight,

On this the anniversary of your leaving us in the physical sense we pay tribute to your spirit. Tonight the Evening Watch of the Henry County Georgia Police Department’s North Precinct will hit the street in your honor. Please watch over us as we continue your fine work.

For the entire shift,
Sergeant V.T. Rosen

Sergeant V.T. Rosen
Henry County Police Deaprtment

March 27, 2007

A man remembered with love and respect never dies but continues to live on in the hearts and minds of others.G-d Bless.

March 27, 2007

Onced again the tragic anniverary is approaching. Once again we are forced to realize that you were taken away from us too early. Kevin you are remebered every day for giving the ultimate sacrafice, you are missed by all who knew you. You were a great Father, Husband, Officer and a Friend. Your legacy will be remembered and honored forever.

Derek Barker

March 26, 2007

KEVIN, YOU ALWAYS MADE FUN OF THE WAY I TALKED, THOUGHT I WILL NEVER UNDERSTAND WHY. A DAY DOES NOT GO BY THAT I DONT THINK OF YOU AND THE TIMES WE HAD. MISS YOU BUDDY.

SGT. LARRY THOMAS
LYNN HAVEN PD. LYNN HAVEN FL. 32444

February 19, 2007

I did not know you but, I think of you and your family often. As I follow everyday of the trial I prey that you are watching down seeing how strong your wife is. You are truly missed by your friends and family.

ANgel
Wife of LEO

February 15, 2007

The sign on the wall says In valor there is hope. It reflects the courage of Police Officers like Sgt. Kight. This incident occurred while I was vacationing in Florida with my family. Because of the bravery of Sgt. Kight, and many others, we were able to enjoy our time in his state and feel safe. He was obviously a great street cop and an outstanding person. I only hope that all who knew him can go on knowing how fortunate they were to have had him in their lives. Rest In Peace Sergeant.

Lt. Jim Keenan
Rochester, NY PD

February 1, 2007

Kevin I will always remember you. You were a great guy and officer. You were loved by all.

ohio

January 13, 2007

i was 10 or so when i knew you when you guys lived at the hill appartments and we lived next to you and you would play pass with me and my brothers you were a good man and may you r.i.p for ever and always

zachary foulke
friend

January 2, 2007