Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I did not know Officer Golden, but, have been sadden by his loss of life in the line of duty. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy to his family, friends and supporting Officers.

Please know that your community supports every single one of you, every single day and we appreciate the sacrifices you make to protect us.

Respectfully,
MSG Barrett Parris & Cindy Parris

Citizen/Cindy Parris
Active Duty Army Soldier

September 6, 2005

While it is no consolation for your loss, our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Officer Golden.

While no member of our agency had the privilege to have known him personally, we are certain that he has found a place in heaven through his selfless service to those he swore to protect.

Rest in peace officer; those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin blue line.

Medicine Lodge Police Department
Medicine Lodge, KS

September 6, 2005

daniel this all seems like a bad dream but i know you are in a better place i know you are up there playing with sterling you were an angel on earth and now you are a angel in heaven rest well daniel you lived a life of legacy for ever with our father

ks
friend

September 6, 2005

Daniel,
I'm sorry that I was not there to say my final good byes. I sure you will forgive me because I'm fixing to start my own law enforcement career in Portland, Oregon. My only wish is to become as good of an officer as I have read you were. You will be missed brother!
To the family,
I know you will be hurting for a long time, but trust in God and he will see you through. Sorry I could not make it home for the funeral, but Daniel and all of you were in my thoughts.

Curtis Sanders
Multnomah County Sheriff

September 6, 2005

Daniel, You were such a special person. Your heart and your smile were so big. At your funeral the cars just kept coming. When I said we all needed to get together, that was not what I had in mind. I said you were laughing at just how many of us were out in the country, your country. You would have been embarassed by the fuss. But those of us that loved you, had to fuss. When the bagpipes started playing you kicked up a good gust of wind. We felt it and it brought peace. I am so glad that I took the time on that fateful Monday to let you know I was thinking about you. That has helped too. Your kidding me about "mothering" you has gone a long way to ease the great pain. You were awesome. Knowing you improved so many of us. Think of you brings a smile to my face, sometimes it is thru the tears and other times it is thru the anger. I hope it does get easier because right now it is really hard. I wish I could have protected you, and I know many others are carrying the same feelings. I will continue to watch after all of your partners, just as you expect me too. REST IN PEACE, we will carry on, somehow, someway.

Diana, HPD DISPATCHER
Huntsville Police Department

September 6, 2005

Daniel,
You touched our family's life like no one else I know. You have made such an impact on my children's life...I can never repay you. All I know is that we miss you terribly. We love you so much. Just know that we will always be there for Donessa and the kids. You will always be in our hearts and on our minds. NEVER FORGOTTEN!!!!
I miss your big smile, funny stories and hearing you run your siren by our house at night. You would be so proud to see how mamy people loved, honored and respected you. You have touched so many lives. You will never know. All I know is that we are selfish and want you back! Tears won't stop and the hurt won't go away. But God had a plan. I need to accept that there was a reason for you to leave us. You died doing what you loved...helping others. Help us Daniel. Be with us always and look down on us and your fellow officers. We know you are in a better place. We just miss you so.
I love you and you know how much Daryl and the kids love you. There will never be anyone like you "Biscuit".
God Bless You...I'll see you one day brotha!
Love, Chris

Chris Willard

September 6, 2005

Rest in peace brother

S
not given

September 6, 2005

I grieve for the Golden family and my fallen brother in blue. I too have three years on the job and close to the same age. It is hard to swallow that life can be taken away so quickly by the evil of the world. Not to be forgotten. You have served well.

Patrolman Justin Ovaska
Mashpee PD, MA

September 6, 2005

Peace be with you and Gods love to your family!

Officer David Dweck
Mulberry Police Department, Florida

September 5, 2005

My cousin is an HPD officer. He is deeply shaken by your passing. Rest in peace, brother in blue.

Sgt. Charles Gollop
Bloomington, MN PD

September 5, 2005

I never met Officer Daniel H. "Kelso" Golden, but after reading 20 pages of reflections I feel as though I do know him. As the tears roll down my face, I hurt for the family he left behind. I received a phone call on Monday, August 29th, the voice on the other end said "we lost one today". I knew the meaning of those words. I said a silent prayer, "Father, give peace to his wife and children and let them find comfort in knowing that he is with you".
To Officer Golden's family, I pray that God will bless each of you and know that God will comfort you.
To the Huntsville Police Department, as the words, knowledge, Courage, Integrity and Professionalism is worn on the shoulders of every Police Officer, I thank you for embedding these traits in myself, as well as my Dad, Brothers, Friends and other family members that have had the honor of being trained by your staff.
Officer Golden, I thank you for your selfless service to the Huntsville Police Department and to the People of my hometown, the City of Huntsville, Alabama. There is no doubt you are greatly loved, respected and honored by all that knew you. You will be truly missed. God bless.

Jeffrey D. Hall
Former HPD Officer

September 5, 2005

Anytime a fellow officer makes the ultimate sacrifice the entire law enforcement community mourns. Thoughts and prayers are with the Golden family and the HPD family.

Officer Andrew Watts
Brownsburg, IN Police Dept.

September 5, 2005

I was there the day we sounded taps in the beautiful area you called home. (I have not seen such a tranquil and serene place.) There were many of your brothers and sisters there also. There were Officers from all of the surrounding cities, and states. There were many members of other public service agencies such as HEMSI. The procession was honored by many citizens standing on the roadside, hands over their hearts. Many children were there on the road also, some holding high our nations flag. Church and business marquis had personal thoughts placed on them honoring your life.
You honored all of us with your dedication and sacrifice. May we honor you with our steadfast resolve to serve our community, and to not let your ultimate sacrifice be forgotten.

Lt. Vince Dauro
Huntsville PD

September 5, 2005

A tear was shed today
for someone I did not know
a tear was shed today
but there's so much pain that we don't show

A tear was shed today
as the cars all followed
a tear was shed today
while the sirens wailed in sorrow

A tear was shed today
while the bugle played so slow
a tear was shed today
while we hung our heads so low

A tear was shed today
as the flag was folded straight
a tear was shed today
how could this have been someone's fate?

A tear was shed this rainy day
for a fallen hero,
oh it didn't have to be this way
a tear was shed today

And there's only one thing I ask
a tear was shed today
oh please Lord let it be the last


My thoughts and prayers are with you Golden Family and the other officers that put their lives on the line for our safety! God Bless You!

Christina Pope (wife of police officer)
Huntsville Police Deptartment

September 5, 2005

We are deeply saddened by this tragic event. May the ruthless criminals responsible for these murders be brought to justice and sentenced to the most severe penalty. Your service to your community is appreciated by all of us. May God bless you, your coworkers, and the survivors of your family. Rest in peace brother.......

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

September 5, 2005

Therefore those skilled at the unorthodox are infinite as heaven and
earth, inexhaustible as the great rivers. When they come to an end,
they begin again, like the days and months, they die and are reborn,
like the four seasons.

Cpl Walters
Prince George's County Police

September 5, 2005

To The Family of Officer Golden,
I pray that you will find Peace during this very difficult time in you life. It is so hard to say Goodbye to a loved one in any condition-but when we lose a loved one who was just trying to help someone else because that is what he or she had been called to do and did it with compassion and respect, it is so much harder to understand. May you find joy in the memories that no criminal can ever take away. I hope that you remember the love and laughter that he brought to your life and never allow the circumstances of his death erase that from you. He is with our most loving and precious Father at this time. As a transplanted Proud Alabamian living in Georgia, my heart breaks knowing on of my hometown Officers was taken away from us in such a tragic way. My county recently lost a wonderful man just doing his job in the best way he knew--and he too lost his life and we still struggle after 6 months of dealing with the loss. Don't struggle to forget the pain, just strive to remember all of the good times. Peace, Prayers and Love to you and all his family, friends and co-workers today and everyday. God Bless You All.

Dale Milan-Dispatch Supervisor
Douglas County E911-Douglasville, Ga

September 5, 2005

GOD STATED IN THE GOOD BOOK, THERE IS A TIME TO LIVE, AND A TIME TO DIE...BROTHER U LIVED A SHORT LIFE BUT A GREAT ONE. YOU HAVE TOUCH SO MANY HEARTS,AND LIVES IN THAT TIME. SORRY I NEVER GOT THE CHANCE TO MEET SUCH A GREAT MAN. BROTHER, ALL I CAN SAY IS JOB WELL DONE. MAY GOD BLESS.

PTL.LESLIE
FAYETTEVILLE POLICE DEPT

September 5, 2005

Daniel was an awesome trooper for God. He will be missed here on earth, but now he patrolling GOLDEN streets where peace is all around him. Daniel left nothing less than golden memories to all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family... We shall all meet again!!

Friend

September 5, 2005

Loss is never easy, but freedom carries a price. Most of us will never have to pay that price, but Daniel was willing to challenge the risk and do his part for all of us. I first met Daniel during the course of court business, then as a neighbor in my community. When I would drive by his home, I sometimes could not tell who were the teenagers and who were the adults. Daniel got right in there and enjoyed life with the best of them. Then as I got to know him better I understood his drive to be a good solid and competent police officer, as well as a friend and family man. I read a quote once that went something like this, "Good people can sleep peacefully in their beds at night because there are those who stand ready to do battle on their behalf". Thanks for the memories, the example and your service. Your watch is over and you can rest in peace. Until we meet again....

Eric Batt Magistrate
City of Huntsville Municipal Court

September 5, 2005

May the family of this young hero know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. The days are dark now, but our lives must go on and honor his memory. Please plan to attend National Police Week in DC (May 13-15) as this will help in your healing process. Take care of yourselves! To Officer Golden, Well done, thou good and faithful servant. Take your rest now, you are surrounded by the best on the beat in Heaven. God bless you.

Lori Johnson Rowley
Daugher of Fallen Hero, James Johnson, EOW 11/11/04

September 5, 2005

You never said I'm leaving
You never said good-bye
You were gone before I knew it
And only God knew why
A million times we've needed you,
A million times we've cried.
If love alone could've saved you,
You never would have died.
In life we loved you dearly,
In death we love you still.
In our hearts you hold a place,
No one else will ever fill.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you didn't go alone.
Part of us went with you,
The day God took you home.

September 5, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Officer Golden and with all the brave officers he leaves behind. You were well respected and loved and leave a legacy of honor and courage for all those who remain. Heaven has one more angel in blue.

Kim RN
Huntsville Hospital ER

September 5, 2005

In loving memory of P.O. Daniel Godlen: When I first looked at your
picture, I couldn't stand it. It is so hard to read about any l.e.o. losing his life, but the young ones just send me over the top. You are the same age as my daughter. I couldn't even begin to put down my thoughts in writing until I had some indication that you were a follower of Christ while on earth so that you can be with Him for eternity. Now that I have that assurance, I can cope with your destiny. According to these reflections, you knew Jesus personally and that blesses
me greatly as I know I will meet you face to face one day and be able to
thank you for your sacrifice. There is none greater than Jesus Christ, our
Lord and Savior. We don't get to Heaven based on what we do, but by the sacrifice He made on the cross for our sins. AMEN! Thank you for your fine example to those that worked with you and knew you. There is now a huge void that cannot be filled,but as you are remembered, thoughts will turn to your exemplary life and we will be filled with pride and respect and love for the man you became. You were a wonderful testimony to the Lord you served. God be with all those who mourn and may His promises lift all those
with heavy hearts for many years to come. I am reaching thru this computer and giving a big HUG to your sweet widow and your family, both at home and at work. I wish I could erase your pain, but it is God-size and He's the only One up to the task. Until we meet in person...

Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

September 4, 2005

Officer Daniel Golden, I have read all the reflections that have been left for you. You were some kind of person, the type of Officer and young man I would like to have met. I was a Officer with the Huntsville Police Department from Feb. 15, 1964 until April 9, 1971. I excepted a position with the United States Marshal's Service where I retired in September, 1998. I am a 63 year old Law In Forcement Officer who Loves Police Officers. My son is a Huntsville Police Officer who reminds me of you. He is a kind and considerate person and a good Christian and a outstanding Police Officer. My oldest Son was a Huntsville Police Officer for one year and is now a (ATF)Agent stationed at the National Law-in- Enforcement Trainging Center At Glenco, Ga as an instructor. He also reminds me of you. "Kelso" I feel I can call you by that name because I believe in everything you stood for even though I didn't know you personnaly. As I read your reflections tears come to my eyes, I asked myself why God took you at such an early age, Daniel you are such a witness for our Lord And Savior JESUS CHRIST, thats what all of us are susposed to be, there's no dought that the Lord has used you as his witness!! My friend you have touched my heart I would be very proud to call you my son as I know your parents are!! I have never seen anyone touch as many hearts as you have in the city of Huntsville Alabama, God Bless You and your Proud Family, Friends and co-worhers you have left behind. This Is The Legecy That Police Officer Daniel "Kelso" Golden has left. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY MY BROTHER OFFICER IN BLUE, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!

Johnny Hall
United States Marshal's Service (Retired)

September 4, 2005