Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Harold leaves a void in the Tri-County Law Enforcement community that can never be filled. Harold and Shadow reponded to assist my agency on numerous occassions. No matter how late at night or early in the morning, no matter how hot or how cold, no matter the circumstance, CW-19 was there. Many words could be used to describe Harold and to pay tribute to his memory, but perhaps the best word would be simply "Friend".

Rest in Peace, Friend

Chief Jeff Pruitt
Millry Police Department

May 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"

P/O Dan Bailey (Ret)
Norristown Police, Pa.

May 16, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. April 25th is a tragic day for me, too, as that is my own fallen officer's end of watch. God bless you all.

Survivor of a Fallen Officer

May 16, 2005

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Patrolman Thorne, and the Tuscaloosa P.D. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Patrolman Thorne, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Kay Huneidi
Florida Police Chiefs Association

May 16, 2005

Rest in Peace...

Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept,NY

May 16, 2005

On behalf of the men and women of the Town of Camillus Police Department, our sympathy goes out to the family, friends and co-workers of Patrolman Harold Loyd Thorne Jr. Rest in peace brother, we now have the watch.

PBA
Town Of Camillus Police Department, NY

May 16, 2005

To the family and friends of Patrolman Harlod Thorne and the men and women of the Tuscaloosa Police Department, you have my deepest sympathy.

Rest easy brother and be assured that the rest of us will pick up your shift.

ATSAIC Peter Damos
U.S. Secret Service -San Antonio

May 16, 2005

Patrolman Thorne,
Rest Easy Brother! You and your family are in our prayers.

Dep. Paul Sperandeo, Off. Amy Sperandeo
Jefferson Parish Sheriffs Office, Gretna Police Dept. LA

May 16, 2005

I just read the memorial for Patrolman Harold Loyd Thorne Jr.. I would like to say to his family, friends and co-workers that there are lots of folks across this nation that care very deeply. We will lift you up in prayer.
Thanks to the ODMP, it makes it easy to reach across the country and hold your hand. God bless each of you.

Patrolman Doug Hutchison
Irving Police Department, Texas, retired.

May 16, 2005

God bless you and your family.

DE
St. Louis City Police

May 16, 2005

We want to express our sympathies to those who survive. We pray for you and the soul of Patrolman Thorne. May he rest in peace.

Chief of Police Charles R. Orth
Larned, Kansas Police Department

May 16, 2005

WHAT IS A COP?

Cops are human ( believe it or not) just like the rest of us. They come in both sexes but mostly male. They also come in various sizes. This sometimes depends on whether you are looking for one or trying to hide something. However, they are mostly big.

Cops are found everywhere-on land, on the sea, in the air, on horses, in cars, sometimes in your hair. In spite of the fact that " you can't find one when you want one", they are usually there when it counts most. The best way to get one is to pick up the phone.

Cops deliver lectures, babies, and bad news. They are required to have the wisdom of solomon, the disposition of a lamb and muscles of steel and are often accused of having a heart to match. He's the one who rings the door-bell, swallows hard and announces the passing of a loved one; then spends the rest of the day wondering why he ever took such a "crummy" job.

On TV, a cop is an oaf who couldn't find a bull fiddle in a telephone booth. In real life he's expected to find a little blond boy " about so high" in a crowd of a half million people. In fiction, he gets help from private eyes, reporters, and who-dun-it fans." In real life, mostly all he gets from the public is " I didn't see nuttin'."

When he serves a summons, he's a monster. If he lets you go, he's a doll. To little kids, he's either a friend or a bogeyman, depending on how the parents feel about it. He works " around the clock", split shifts, Sundays and holidays, and it always kills him when a joker says. " Hey tomorrow is Election Day, I'm off, let's go fishing" ( that's the day he works 20 hours).

A cop is like the little girl, who, when she was good, was very, very good, but, when she was bad, was horrid. When a cop is good, " he's getting paid for it." When he makes a mistake, " he's a grafter, and that goes for the rest of them too." When he shoots a stick-up man he's a hero, except when the stick-up man is " only a kid, anybody coulda seen that."

Lots of them have homes, some of them covered with ivy, but most of them covered with mortgages. If he drives a big car, he's a chiseler; a little car, "who's he kidding?" His credit is good; this is very helpful, because his salary isn't. Cops raise lots of kids; most of them belong to other people.

A cop sees more misery, bloodshed, trouble, and sunrises than the average person. Like the postman, cops must also be out in all kinds of weather. His uniform changes with the climate, but his outlook on life remains about the same: mostly a blank, but hoping for a better world.

Cops like days off, vacations, and coffee. They don't like auto horns, family fights, and anonymous letter writers. They have unions, but they can't strike. They must be impartial, courteous, and always remember the slogan " At your service." This is sometimes hard, especially when a character reminds him, " I'm a taxpayer, I pay your salary."

Cops get medals for saving lives, stopping runaway horses, and shooting it out with the bandits ( once in a while his widow gets the medal). But sometimes, the most rewarding moment comes when, after some small kindness to an older person, he feels the warm hand clasp, looks into grateful eyes and hears, " Thank you and God bless you, son."

Officer Dave Carroll
Choctaw, Oklahoma

May 16, 2005

We are terribly sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest condolences are with you at this very difficult time. Thank you, Officer Thorne, for your service. Rest well in heavenly peace.

Michigan

May 16, 2005

The way you Died is Differant then a Bullet to your Head or Heart.
Although we know we are too sick too work we still Work.
Life will never Be the same for your Family and Friends who are left to go on with out you:

Although they have the Men and Women in Blue to hold them up they still are without you:

Thanks for your Hard work and Love for the Job.

Thanks for Teaching the Younger Officer what A True Cop Does in the Line of Duty:

"It isn't about Donuts"
Or, too be able to carry a Gun.

It is all about keeping our Streets safe for all People to walk on.

Your family and Love ones are in our thoughts:

God has your Hands Busy doing other things Now.

See You soon My Brother and Friend:
From Michigan

Sunshine
Wayne / Macomb / Oakland

May 16, 2005

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

May 16, 2005

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Patrolman Harold Loyd Thorne Jr. and the Tuscaloosa Police Department...our hearts and prayers are with you all...... Thank you for a job well done Harold... rest in peace as you continue your watch from the heavens......your memory will never be forgotten...

God Bless....Be Safe..... and wear your vests...

Vin, Pook and all of us at beyond-the-blue

Vinman & Pooky- Site Owners
beyond-the-blue

May 16, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Thorne's Family , Friend's and Agency at this difficult time.
May God bless Officer Thorne and welcome him into Heaven.
Godspeed Brother!

Deputy Sheriff
Southwest Virginia

May 16, 2005

The men and women of the Mahomet Police Department extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Thorne. Our fallen brother will not be forgotten.

To Officer Thorne, Thank you for your service to your community and country. God Bless You! Rest in Peace Sir!

Mahomet, IL Police Dept.

May 16, 2005

“REMEMBER ME”
Law enforcement officers are, indeed, a special breed of people. Ask anyone on the street and they will tell you that they would not have our jobs for anything in the world. It takes something special to do what we do and at the same time be able to even contemplate retirement. We try to be optimists. Unfortunately, there are a few of us who will never make that date with retirement. By the very nature of our job, we are at risk everyday of losing our lives, either at the hand of some deranged individual or in some other situation that we, by virtue of our occupation, may be unable to avoid. Some people have recognized the hazardous duties we involve ourselves in, the risks we take, and the pride we take in accomplishing that job. There is National Law Enforcement Week, dedicated to us who gladly accept the responsibility of protecting the citizens in our respective jurisdictions. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Day is dedicated to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. These are but a two examples of remembrances specifically for law enforcement personnel. Remembrances that come but once a year. We should remind fellow officers of another type of remembrance, one that will last a lifetime. Sooner or later, a doctor will pronounce us dead. It is inevitable. Regardless of whatever happens, death is the end we will all have to face.
“IT IS IN DEATH THAT WE CAN LIVE FOREVER”
Author Unknown

Jim Moore
New Orleans P.D., Retired

May 15, 2005

Sir-Although we did not know you, rest assured that your family in "blue" will help to watch over your immediate family.

May you rest in peace.

ROSS COUNTY OHIO SHERIFF DEPARTMENT
CHILLICOTHE OHIO POLICE DEPARTMENT

May 15, 2005

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Patrolman Thorne Jr. R.I.P.

Mike
Surprise

May 15, 2005

Patrolman Thorne,
I would like to say thank you for your service to the citizens of Tuscaloosa.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

May 15, 2005

God bless Patrolman Harold Loyd Thorne Jr., his family, and the Tuscaloosa Police Department

Corporal P.R. OLIVER
Royal Canadian Mounted Police

May 15, 2005

Rest in peace my brother officer. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and the department. Aloha and god bless.

Police Officer
Honolulu Police Department

May 15, 2005

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God". Matthew 5:9. Thank you Patrolman Thorne for your service and dedication. It is not the length of your career that matters, only that you chose to serve. May God bless you and your family.

Officer Steven Gau
Miamisburg, OH. Police Department

May 15, 2005