Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

As you can see you are still on everyones minds....We missed you in 2005 and will continue to miss you in 2006!!

Tonia Hale wife of Lt Norman Hale White County Sheriffs Dept.

Tonia Hale Paramedic

January 1, 2006

George,
Its a new year, it just wasn't the same with you being gone. The saying "IT'S NOT HOW THEY DIED THAT MADE THEM HEROS IT'S HOW THEY LIVED" keeps going through my head. That saying could not have been more perfect a saying to descibe you. You have been such a hero to so many people in so many different ways. For that I love you and am so happy that I was able to call you my partner and FRIEND. Rest easy!

Ptl. James Armstrong
Kensett Police

January 1, 2006

Words can not say enough but, we mourn another hero that has been taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers. May the Lord give you strength and bless each of you during this time. Remember these few verses taken from the KJB. In I Samuel 20:3 it says, And David sware moreover, and said, Thy father certainly knoweth that I have found grace in thine eyes; and he saith, Let not Jonathan know this, lest he be grieved: but truly [as] the LORD liveth, and [as] thy soul liveth, [there is] but a step between me and death. In John 3:17 it says, For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. And in Philippians 1:21 it says, 21 For to me to live [is] Christ, and to die [is] gain.

Missionary Joe Taylor
Former Florida LEO/Missionary to Law Enforcement Officers

Joe Taylor (Former FL LEO)

December 31, 2005

Well what a week it has been,as you already know Dan and Libby Sanderson lost their 9wk old baby girl this week,she is now in Heaven with you,she was a beautiful baby,please watch over Dan and Libby thru this tragic time but also continue to watch over all the officers as they do there jobs,today,tommorrow and always.Merry Christmas George,we miss you.

Tonia Hale wife of Lt Norman Hale White County Sheriffs Dept.

tonia hale paramedic

December 25, 2005

December 21, 2005, as I write this, it is while tears stream down my face. I looked at our graduation picture today and it seemed if it was only yesterday we were there. I thank you for your support during those 12 weeks. I miss you and think of you daily. Patty and I speak once in awhile. I still have youe cell phone programed as 517 on my caller ID and can't seem to change it. I long for my friend and partner back, but I know that can't be. I cannot bring you back, but someday I will come to meet you. Continue in your rest my friend. With love and a heavy heart I will say goodbye for now.

Sgt. Tim Sanford
Bald Knob Police Dept.

December 20, 2005

Today is the 17th...6 months since the accident,tonight was the White County Sheriffs Dept Christmas party,everyone stood to appauld you.We will be thinking of you and your family during this holiday season.Merry Christmas George.

Tonia Hale Wife of Lt.Norman Hale

Tonia Hale

December 17, 2005

Christmas is almost here. The 17th you will have been gone now for 6 months. I still say prayers for your family. I know it will be hard on them this Holiday Season. I still can't get out of my mind the impact you took on that day. My Heart and prayers are with your family. This is hard to say ... Merry Christmas you are missed.

LT.
WCSO

December 14, 2005

Today I attended the funeral for Officer David Gachout in Heber Springs,although he wasnt killed in the line of duty laying another Officer to rest was hard for us all..as I looked across the hundreds of people in different uniforms paying their repects it brought back the memory of your service...David has 3 young children and a loving wife,he was only 38years old and a GREAT Officer just as you were.Just wanted you to know you were in our thoughts today and your family in our prayers just as the Gachout family is as well.

Tonia Hale Wife of Lt.Norman Hale White County Sheriffs Dept.

tonia hale paramedic

December 6, 2005

We think of you and your family during these holidays, and offer thoughts and prayers as you celebrate without your loved one. Cherish the memories of the past and be open to new ones with your loved ones and friends. Your loved one will never be forgotten and always honored for their sacrifice.

Alissa Scott
Widow of Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-03

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network
www.survivorhelpnetwork.org

November 29, 2005

Today is the 17th,in a few days will be the 21st,two days of each month I still have a hard time getting through,a friend that will be missed not only on these dates but EVERYDAY.

Tonia Hale wife of LT.Norman Hale White County Sheriffs Dept.

Tonia Hale Paramedic
Northstar EMS

November 17, 2005

George,
It has taken me a long time to be able to write to you. I want you to know I still miss you and wish you were here. I loved having you on my shift and working with you. You was an inspiration to me and a great deputy. I hope someday we can walk the street of heaven together.

Love and miss you
Your Sergeant

Sergeant
White County Sheriff's Department

October 28, 2005

Still thought of daily,still missed daily!!! It's been a long 4 months

Tonia Hale wife of Lt Norman Hale White County Sheriffs Dept.

Tonia Hale Paramedic

October 21, 2005

George,
It has been an honor to have worked with you the past years in Kensett and the Sheriff's department. You were a one of a kind officer that made all of us better for having known you.
You will be missed.

Deputy James Todd
White County Sheriff's Dept.

October 20, 2005

George......It has taken me this long to say good bye and I hope that you can forgive me.....Each time I stood in front of you and gave you a white glove salute I did that for your honor.....I did break down at the last and I hope that you can forgive me.....I will miss you.....I along with all of the other brothers and sisters in blue will take your watch......Please watch over us....I will see you on the other side....God bless you and keep you.

Lieutenant
White County Sheriff's Department

October 18, 2005

Thanks for your service and sacrifice brother. May you rest in peace and May peace be with your family. You will always be remembered and loved by all of those who have worn Blue.

Officer Kieffer

September 27, 2005

Tommorrow marks the third month since your tragic death,I visit your memorial page daily and think of the accident over and over,please watch over the officers you left behind with the White County Sheriffs Dept,continue to help your family while they mourn your lose,and ALWAYS remember we will NEVER forget you!!!

Tonia Hale Wife of Lt.Norman Hale

Tonia Hale Paramedic

September 20, 2005

Police Officer's Prayer

Dear Lord

Give me the fortitude
to face the unknown

Grant that I may have
good judgement
and quick reflexes

Help me to protect
and defend the innocent

Give me the courage
to act on my convictions

Help me to stand firm
in the face of danger
and opposition

AMEN

You are not forgoten. I say prayers for your family.

WCSO

September 14, 2005

I DON'T KNOW WHERE TO START,GEORGE WAS A OUTSTANDING DEPUTY AND AN EVEN BETTER FRIEND, HIS FAMILY IS IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS EVERY DAY AND I HOPE THAT THEY CAN FIND SOME PEACE AND COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT WHAT GEORGE STOOD FOR AND BELIEVED IN WILL BE CARRIED ON BY THE REST OF US AND HIS SACRIFICE WILL NEVER FORGOTTEN, REST EASY GEORGE,WE HAVE THE WATCH NOW THEY SAY IT'S NOT HOW THEY LIVED THAT MADE THEM HERO'S IT'S HOW THEY DIED.

OFC.DAVID COOK
BEEBE POLICE DEPT.

September 11, 2005

To the family and friends of Deputy Griffin and his fellow deputies: I wanted to extend my deepest condolences on behalf of my family for the grievous loss you sustained when Deputy Griffin was tragically killed. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May you be comforted and embraced by the circle of love and support you will receive from the law enforcement community, and other police survivors. This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service George gave to his community and the citizens of Arkansas, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made in the line of duty. His dedication to his work will be forever remembered and his memory honored.

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

August 23, 2005

Dear Griffin Family,
Rest assured that your blue angel has not been forgotten. I know by the reflections left on these pages that he was a wonderful officer and affected many people in a positive way.
My husband was killed in the line of duty in September 2003. I would never say that I know what you're going through, but I do know the pain of losing my husband. For me, all I could do was take it day by day, breath by breath at times. Knowing that my husband will forever be remembered and honored means so much to me. I hope that you are able to make it to Washington in May for the police memorial. It is truly an awesome experience. It's so very hard to see our husband's name carved into that wall, but also wonderful to know that they will be remembered forever - long after we are gone. Even if you don't think that you will be emotionally ready to attend, please try. Your husband will be honored the way he deserves and it is a chance to meet other families who have lost loved ones in the line of duty. There, among the law enforcement family, you feel understood.
I plan to be there for my third year. The Akansas COPS Chapter will be there, too. We are all here for you.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Waters

Jennifer Waters
Wife of Mike Waters, West Memphis PD, Arkansas EOW 9-11-03

August 21, 2005

George,its been 2 months now since that tragic day! I as many others think of you daily.I saw Patti and George Jr not long ago both doing as well as they can.We have ribbons on our cars now in your memory,so you are with us daily.We miss and love you George always!


Tonia

Tonia Hale Paramedic

August 21, 2005

To the Family/Co-Workers/ Community of White County Arkansas. We lift our Prayers for you and your loss of Deputy Sheriff George Griffin. God Be with You and Family/ Co-Workers/ friends. Thank you for His Service To Protect Others.
An Officers Dad in Mississippi.

Retired Animal Control Officers David A.
Horn Lake Mississippi

July 16, 2005

Deputy Sheriff Griffin,
I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of White County.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

July 10, 2005

Lord,please give me the qualities to wear this Star proudly.I ask for the strength,courage and dedication to carry the symbol that has stood for law and order throughout our country.Strength to protect others,courage to do what has to be done plus dedication to my job and my community....and please Lord,through it all,..be by my side.

George, that day changed many of our lives that will be changed now forever but the one thing that helps to ease the pain of you being gone is knowing you were doing exactly what the above poem says..you were protecting your community and wearing the Sheriffs Dept.Star with much pride,I know personally how much you gave and you gave it ALL! Thank you for the honor of knowing such a great man,friend and Deputy.You are grealty missed George!

Tonia Hale Paramedic
Northstar EMS

July 9, 2005

Thank You for your service.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

July 5, 2005