Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dear Dan,

What a beautiful young lady Gabby is becoming. Grandpa and I are taking her to her first Civil War Ball. Her dress is silk, her spirit is yours and I see it in her always. I know you are proud of her, as we are.

Jeri

Jeri Mitchell
Mother in Law

November 9, 2009

Just thinking about you this week.

Officer Tai Nguyen
San Leandro PD

July 28, 2009

We spoke of you this morning at line up and a momment of silence was offered. Curt reflected on you "Academy" writings and what an amazing person and Officer you were. It was odd seeing all the new faces that never had a chance to know you ... they could see the impact in our faces ... the pain that is still here ... but the fantastic memories and impression that you left upon us. We placed a lei upon your plaque in front of the department ... we will not forget.

Jailer Thompson
San Leandro Police Department

July 25, 2009

Brother Niemi, another year passes, and yet it feels almost as painful as the first. Robin and I were talking this morning, there are only two other people on our shift who worked with you back then. Everyone knows you of course and still wears the bands. We'll be reminding everyone of just what you sacrificed four years ago, who you did it for, and who you were. Miss you brother. Please keep an eye on these young pups.

Tommy the Dog-man

Officer Tom Rosenlind
San Leandro Police Department

July 25, 2009

It's 4th of July ... Tommy is working OT and I am home trying to keep the animals calm. Sgt. Sanchez played the memorial DVD the other night at line up. So many new rookies that didn't have the pleasure of knowing you ... Bob wanted to make sure that they knew who you were and what type of impact losing you was to the department. He asked me to come down to line up ... I knew what impact seeing and hearing that DVD would have on me ... the minute it started, so did my tears. The pain is still real ... the empty place in my heart is still hollow ... I think my tears let the rookies know what you meant to me and SLPD as a whole. Bob reminded them WHY we do this job ... and WHY we continue to do things in a safe fashion. The 4th anniversary is sneaking up on us ... Tommy and I decided we needed to make that day a positive ... we are gathering our family together and having our 3D/4D ultrasound of our daughter that night. We will all be able to see her together then have dinner and raise a toast to you. I wish you were here to meet here in October, but I feel blessed that she will have such and amazing angel to watch over her. Continue to guide us all down the right path ... you are not forgotten my friend.

Jailer Thompson
San Leandro Police Department

July 4, 2009

Miss you. I watched some of the Oakland Memorial and thought of you. All of the officers I met during the trial were so nice to us. I don't ever think I shall hear the sound of bag pipes without thinking of you.

Jeri

Geraldine Mitchell
Mother in Law

April 9, 2009

Dan,
I think about you often. This week especially. It's been a hard week for a lot of us who knew you my friend. I miss your friendship. The family misses you too.

Randal Mitchell
Father-in-law

March 27, 2009

It seems impossible that it's been nearly 4yrs since you were taken from us. You are never far from thought, but the tragic loss of four OPD officers this weekend brings it all back like it was yesterday. You are still sorely missed.

Dispatcher
San Leandro PD

March 23, 2009

You'll never leave our hearts, Dan.....

Rick Turner
Friend and colleague

March 21, 2009

Hey, working last week and someone searched me out to tell me "an officer" was transported code 3 from San Leandro with a gunshot wound. I was taken back and everything stood still for a moment. Later found out it wasn't SLPD, and that the officer will recover.....
miss you,...gonna hang out with MM this weekend, miss ya

friend/fellow officer

March 3, 2009

Just thinking about you. Little things bring back your memory. It's hard to believe it's been so long, still feels like yesterday.

Dispatcher
San Leandro PD

February 21, 2009

Just thinking about you Dan. Happy New Year!! God bless you and your family.

Detective Nguyen
San Leandro PD

January 4, 2009

God Bless.

Anonymous

January 3, 2009

Merry Christams bud. Miss ya,....at work right now,..
watch over us, days, swings and mids..........

Anonymous

December 25, 2008

Dan I remember you like the day was yesterday that we met. I am so happy that you were a part of my life, as you were such a positive person. I remember all the fun we had together in the FTO program and the the talks about Dave and Busters near your house and how my son Jake loved going there. Love you brother and miss you Frankie Moynihan

Frankie Moynihan
219 SLPD

December 7, 2008

Another Birthday the family has to endure,...miss ya,...I'll have a cup for ya,......
line up covered deadly assaults on officers,...I hope everyone was listening and thinking it could never be them, or thier department,...your situatioin will never be in vain,....watch over us,.days,swings and mids........

Freind/fellow officer

October 1, 2008

Three years later and still can't really believe that you're gone.

Detective Steve Harris
Richmond Police Homicide

July 27, 2008

The night has come and gone ... just because I didn't post here last night doesn't mean you have been forgotten. That couldn't be further from the truth. I was with loved ones and ones that love you. We hoisted one high in your honor ... told stories about you ... and yes, even re-lived that night again. 3 years later ... the pain is still there and hurts like it did that night. Thank you for your guidence from above. I truly believe that you keep your hand on our shoulders and give just a little squeeze now and then to keep us on the right track.
Thank you my friend.
Continue to watch over us all.
I miss you

Jailer Thompson
SLPD

July 26, 2008

You and your loved ones are in my thoughts today and everyday. You are a true hero and have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and those still out on patrol.

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

July 25, 2008

3 years,...no easier today than before,..the void is there, but the reality still isn't,.., I'll have a "cup" tonight after SWAT...watch over us, days,swings,mids.....miss you

Anonymous

July 25, 2008

On the 3rd anniversary of Officer Niemi's death, we honored his service in our patrol briefing by reading his entry from ODMP. Each day, we honor one fallen officer on the anniversary of their death so as to keep them in our thoughts, and also to remind us of the dangers inherent in our job. Officer Niemi is not forgotten.

Agent Zach Perron
Palo Alto (CA) Police Department

July 25, 2008

Thinking of you ... remembering your jokes and witty comments ... miss you ...

Dispatcher
San Leandro PD

July 25, 2008

Dan even though I only met you a couple of times you worked at an agency that I bsically grew up in and I have alot of respect for what you did. I became a Security Forces Member in the Air Force which is kinda like a COP...But everyday I put on my uniform and look in the mirrior and see that badge, I think of you and the sacrafice you made and the day to day dangers my dad and all the other officers in the world face. Thank you for your service and YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN....LOVE YOU DAN

A1C Fischer
Security Forces/Worked with my Father

June 12, 2008

Been meaning to leave a little something. I first met you an your in-laws for a get together. You were very excited about being an officer. I now know exactly what that feels like. I finally made it and enjoy the job so much. You in my thoughts and I talk about you from time to time.

Brian Lowe
Watsonville PD

May 20, 2008

I may not write as much here, but ...

I will never forget ...

Miss you my friend ...

Jailer Thompson #1038
SLPD

April 22, 2008