Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

On this anniversary, please know that your hero is not forgotten!

Jennifer Mayo, sister of
Deputy Hilery A. Mayo Jr. STPSO La. E.O.W 6/9/07

August 18, 2008

Officer King
As a Jicarilla Apache Law Enforcement Officer, I would like to say thank you for your love for the profession and dedication to show what it takes to do the job we have chosen to do.
May God bless your family and may your love grown in the hearts and minds of the people of Albuquerque, New Mexico, (Encluding Dulce New Mexico) and the US and the world.

Juvenile Officer
Sherwood Montoya

Juvenile Officer S. Montoya
Jicarilla Apache Police Department

May 29, 2008

God mike I miss you so much! You were such an insperation to me and my work. I can never forget you. White Stripers(Motors) will never forget you, how bout an Iron butt or Colorado!!!! Love Timmy

Timmy
Motor partner

March 10, 2008

Well... My memories of you are many. On a department of 1,000+, unfortunately, you cannot work with everybody. Still, the best memory is when when I was an Internal Affairs (IA)sergeant and took the call/complaint about a traffic (motorcycle) officer 'showing off and riding a wheelie on a police motorcycle in front of God and everybody'. You and I know, yeah, you did it, but it was for the right audience at the right time... put lot of sport bikers in their place didn't you?!?!?! And a full city block at that? (You rock!!) Killed that complaint outright... 'yeah, right... who can do that? Little did they know you dirt bike experiences....) I never told you you how much I admired your integrity on the 'JB' experience, but as much as I have seen out of thousands of police officers on two sides of the country, you are among the top five. Godspeed, Mike!!
Chris

Chris Fay
Friend

December 30, 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

December 13, 2007

officer King was my uncles partner once on the force my uncle always talked highly of Officer King and may god watch over his family and Officer King you will never be forgotten

A1C Josh Rowley
Rio Rancho Explore Post 911

September 4, 2007

IT HAS BEEN TWO YEARS SINCE WE LOST YOU. AS YOU KNOW BY NOW YOUR WIFE HAS LOST SOMEONE ELSE SO DEAR AND CLOSE TO HER HEART, YOUR MOTHER IN LAW. THE TWO OF YOU ARE NOW LOOKING OVER THE ENTIRE FAMILY KEEPING WATCH. WE WANT TO THANK THE TWO OF YOU FOR YOUR DEVOTION TO YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR FRIENDS AND YOUR CO-WORKERS. WE MISS YOU BOTH VERY MUCH. OUR DAUGHTER "DESTINY" RECALLS THE TWO OF YOU AT OUR FAMILY REUNION TWO AND HALF YEARS AGO. YOU IN YOUR WESTERN SHIRT AND AUNTIE, YOUR MOTHER-IN-LAW IN HER PURPLE BLOUSE WITH A GREAT BIG SMILE AS ALWAYS. WHAT A GREAT DAY IT WAS, NOT KNOWING THAT THE TWO OF YOU WOULD BE LEAVING US SO SOON. WE ARE SO GLAD TO HAVE HAD THOSE SPECIAL MOMENTS WITH YOU TWO. THANK YOU FOR YOUR COURAGE AND SHARING YOUR LIFE WITH SO MANY OF US. WE WILL NEVER FORGET THE TWO OF YOU. WE HAVE YOUR SHIELD ON OUR FRONT DOOR AND WE THANK GOD EACH TIME WE GO THRU IT, TO BE ABLE TO COME HOME TO OUR FAMILY. GOOD BYE FOR NOW. MIKE AND KATHY AND DESTINY MCAFEE

MICHAEL AND KATHY MCAFEE
UNCLE AND AUNT

September 3, 2007

I just want to not only thank you but to all law enforcement who put their lives on the line to protect us. You will never be forgotten and we will make sure that justice is served. May god be with your loved ones.
Thank You from the bottom of my heart

Jennifer
Citizen of Albuquerque

August 28, 2007

Officer King,
Today is the second anniversary since you were called home. Thank you for serving with the kind of bravery that is rarely seen these days. You will always be remembered.

Pennsylvania citizen

August 18, 2007

My thoughts are with all of your loved ones and close friends on this 2nd anniversary of your EOW. Continue to watch over all of your loved ones and those still out on patrol. You are a true hero and heroes never die. You have not been forgotten.

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

August 18, 2007

The 2nd anniversary of your brutal murder is just a few days off, and I know the pain is still fresh in the hearts and minds of your family and friends. I hope they all take comfort in knowing that you will NEVER be forgotten and will FOREVER be a hero!

SGT, Retired
AR

August 14, 2007

I remember Officer King volunteering at Hawthorne Elem. where his wife Debbie King taught first grade to my son Tres. Michael seemed a patient and loving man. I think about Officer King often and also I think about Debbie and her sons. Bless this family, now and always! Love Carol

Carol Scrimshaw
APS

July 17, 2007

Hey Mike, just thought I'd drop bye and say hello...and wish your loved ones my best...I hope all is well. We think about you and all our fallen brothers all the time.Take care Bud.

Joe Shaw
APD

June 12, 2007

Thinking of you and your family today as they celebrate Law Enforcement Memorial on the Civic plaza here. I hope your family, friends and co-workers find a smile today.

Rest well.

APD LEO's wife

May 11, 2007

Big King,
i know you are still with us, serving is in your blood as it is mine, i am sure you are on eternal patrol with all our fallen brothers and the lord at your side rest in peace brother.

Seamen Apprentice Anthony Monteith
United States Navy/Family Friend

May 1, 2007

Thank you for your service. Words cannot express how much I trully appreciate what you and your fellow officers do. in the bible there a verse that seems to sum up the true idea of being a police officer is, In John 15:13, it says...Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.
Again to all law enforcement officers thank you for your service.

Josh Hedberg
Citizen Of Albuqueruqe

April 26, 2007

Officer King, I just watched your story on Dateline along with officer Smith and I must say that my heart goes out to you and your family due to this senseless tragedy. You've done your job well and will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace forever.

Wife of a NYS Trooper

April 15, 2007

Mike,

You are sincerely missed. Everyday you are thought of and remembered. It has been over a year now and I can still remember your laugh and smile. Each time I see your oldest boy, I see you. It is hard not to tear up and smile at the same time.
Please know that we are watching out for your family. They are safe and loved.
Until we see you again, know we will always love you buddy.

Albuquerque

March 10, 2007

May God Bless and keep your family in this time of sorrow.

Anonomous

September 4, 2006

To the family and loved ones of Officer Michael King and his fellow officers with the Albuquerque Police Department:

On this the first anniversary of Mike's tragic death, I wanted to honor and remember him today. Mike's professionalism and dedication will never be forgotten.

In reading the loving reflections left by his friends and co-workers I can see that he was very well respected and is sorely missed. I hope that God is holding him in the sweetest part of his heart and the most gentle part of his soul.

I am so sorry that Mike was robbed of his life so tragically, but through his heroism and the profound sense of duty with which he lived his life, he made an immeasurable difference. May his spirit continue to soar and may his memory continue to inspire.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Mike gave to his community and the citizens of New Mexico, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on August 18, 2005.

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

August 18, 2006

MIKE YOU AND RICHARD ARE TRUE HEROS AND ARE MISSED EVERYDAY
TODAY IS VERY SAD DAY FOR ALBUQUERQUE

LEONARD ERDMAN

August 18, 2006

"The guardian angels of life sometimes fly so high as to be beyond our sight, but they are always looking down upon us." - Jean Paul Richter

Michael ... on this, your one-year anniversary, you are not forgotten.

August 18, 2006

My thoughts are with your family this Father's Day. May God the Father grant them peace and comfort.

Fellow APD spouse

June 15, 2006

With honor and respect we heard your name read in Washington.

Linda Rittenhouse, Matt's Mom
Matthew Rittenhouse EOW 9/16/04

Linda Rittenhouse

May 17, 2006

"The world is a dangerous place to live, not because of the people who are evil, but because of the people who didn't do anything about it" Albert Einstein.

Thank you for doing something about it. I will be thinking of your family at the Memorial in DC and hoping your family feels your presence there with them as the whole nation honors your sacrifice.

An office mate of mine tells me stories about you at the kickboxing classes she took with you. As she was talking about needing some new equipment, she told me she'd would have loved to get you some new shin guards. You'd know why. Her explanation was funny..it made me smile to think that such a simple thing as this could remind someone of your life and what you meant to them.

L Robertson
APD Wife

May 11, 2006