Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"A thoughtful act or kind word may pass in a moment, but the warmth and care behind it stays in the heart forever".

Officer Golden you are remembered in the hearts of your family members, fellow officers and friends. I am sure there are many lives you touched in the line of duty that will remember your kindness. Thank you Officer Golden for sacrificing your life to make us safer.

Pat Waldon
DHR

September 1, 2005

May God bless your family. Thank you for what you did for your community. You have left a lasting memory in your community.

Nicole Moody

September 1, 2005

My thoughts and prayers go out to Officer Goldens family and friends. He was a true hero!

Ashley Edgemon Law Enforcement Student
MI

September 1, 2005

To the family of Officer Golden; Although we are miles apart, your grief is felt within our hearts here. May your pain subside within reason for you can carry on. God bless. Officer Martin Reynolds PMRPD.

Officer Martin REYNOLDS
Pocono Mountain Regional Police

September 1, 2005

DANIEL WAS ALWAYS A GOOD FRIEND AND AN GREAT PERSON AND WILL TRUELY BE MISSED BY ALL THAT KNEW HIM. OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO DIANA AND KENNETH AND ALL OF THE GOLDEN FAMILY.

AMANDA GOGGIN,DEBBIE AND RANDY MOON
FRIEND

September 1, 2005

It saddens me to hear of a fallen Officer, from Huntsville. I was trained as a bomb tech. at Restone Arsenal, and I often thought of transferring to Huntsville as it is such a beautiful place with compassionate people residing there.
To the family, Friends, and Co-workers I send my deepest sympathies, knowing how hard it is to overcome the loss of another brother Officer.

Michael Davies
New Mexico State Police - Retired

September 1, 2005

"Policeman's Prayer"

When I start my tour of duty God,
Wherever crime may be,
as I walk the darkened streets alone,
Let me be close to thee.

Please give me understanding with both the young and old.
Let me listen with attention until their story's told.
Let me never make a judgment in a rash or callous way,
but let me hold my patience let each man have his say.

Lord if some dark and dreary night,
I must give my life,
Lord, with your everlasting love
protect my children and my wife.

(Author Unknown

Shontel POtts

September 1, 2005

I did not know Daniel, but I have known his wife Donessa for many years. May God be with the Golden family in their time of need.

Darlene Pearson

September 1, 2005

Officer Golden's spirit has touched so many in so many different ways. From the homeless man who said you, Daniel, always treated him with respect and kindness, and who gave all the money he had -- $2.00 in your memory, because he wanted to give you something back. What a statement about you as a person and a police officer. Working with you in Records always made us grin because you always greeted us with a smile and a thank you, Ma'am!" or your acknowledgment of "Much obliged" when I'd give you your traffic back! Well, much obliged, Daniel, for touching each of us in your own special way. You are not forgotten.

KN
HPD Clerk and mother of a fellow HPD officer

KAREN NORRIS
HPD

September 1, 2005

God Bless those who wear the Shield. May God's Peace comfort you. "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints" Psalm 115:15

Peace Be Still. . .

Ginger Calaway
Proud wife of Mad.Co Deputy & daughter of late HPD officer

September 1, 2005

God Said No

I asked God to take away my habit.
God said, No.
It is not for me to take away, but for you to give it up.
I asked God to make my handicapped child whole.
God said, No.
His spirit is whole, his body is only temporary
I asked God to grant me patience.
God said, No.
Patience is a byproduct of tribulations;
it isn't granted, it is learned.
I asked God to give me happiness.
God said, No.
I give you blessings; Happiness is up to you.
I asked God to spare me pain.
God said, No.
Suffering draws you apart from worldly cares
and brings you closer to me.
I asked God to make my spirit grow.
God said, No.
You must grow on your own! but I will prune
you to make you fruitful.
I asked God for all things that I might enjoy life.
God said, No.
I will give you life, so that you may enjoy all things.
I asked God to help me LOVE others, as much as He loves me.
God said...Ahhhh, finally you have the idea.

"To the world you might be one person,
but to one person you just might be the world"

September 1, 2005

may YOU REST IN PEACE and our prayers are with you and your family.we didn't know you but your still our brother in christ..ty for all your service and helping everyone in need you could help.. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY the HINES family

September 1, 2005

Mere words can not fully express my sincere condolences to the Golden Family, friends and Officer Golden's Family in Blue. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Some of us know of the pain you are experiencing more so than others, but regardless if we have first hand knowledge of this pain, we all mourn together as a family. Talk with one another, cry with one another, pray with one another. Keep the memory of Daniel alive in your hearts by sharing your stories about him to others, so that they also may come to know him as you all have. Daniel, we have your watch from here. Rest easy brother.

Officer
Ofc.Jessica Nagle-Wilson EOW 7/28/2002
Hazel Park PD (MI)

Officer
Hazel Park PD (MI)

September 1, 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 judgment 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"

Rest in Peace Brother, We have the watch from here.

AL Officer

September 1, 2005

My sympathy and prayers are with Mr and Mrs. Golden and brother David and his family. I have a brother that works for HPD and I know the fears we live with everyday of our loved ones. It takes someone special to want to do this job knowing at any time or any place, their time here can be gone. Daniel is in Heaven smiling down upon you.

September 1, 2005

Our hearts greave for the loss of a good man and for the family left behind. No words can express the pain. Dee if you need anything, just ask.
Bobby

Bobby Howard EMT
Hazel Green Fire/Rescue

September 1, 2005

My heart pours out to Officer Golden, his beautiful family, and every HPD Officer. Although I only wore the HPD uniform for a year please know my heart still remains with your department. Through my brother, HPD Officer Jason Hall, I understand Officer Golden was a "great one"; one who loved his job; and one who had a passion for serving the public. My specific prayers are with the Golden Family and everyone who had the honor of knowing Officer Golden. God Bless...

Special Agent Joey Hall
ATF

September 1, 2005

I think of you and I tear up, then smile, then tear up again. Thank you for the smile and the great memories you have given me. Working side by side with you I realized we were doing this for all the right reasons. You were fulfilling the dream of being the greatest officer that you always wanted to be. You never cut any call short. You always went above the call of duty. I admired your honesty, loyalty, and ethic. It was everything I stood for. You did more than fulfilling your dream of being a great officer. You were a great person (deeply loved by all). You have made everyone proud and I promise you will never be forgotten.

OFFICER CHRIS HINES
HUNTSVILLE POLICE DEPT

September 1, 2005

If tomorrow starts without me,

And I'm not there to see,

If the sun should rise

and find your eyes all filled with tears for me;

I wish so much you wouldn't cry

the way you did today,

While thinking of the many things,

we didn't get to say.

I know how much you love me,

As much as I love you! ,

And each time that you think of me,

I know you'll miss me too;
But when tomorrow starts without me,

Please try to understand,

That an angel came and called my name,

And took me by the hand,

And said my place was ready,

In heaven far above,

And that I'd have to leave behind;

All those I dearly love.

But as I turned to walk away,

A tear fell from my eye

For all my life,

I'd always thought,

I didn't want to die.

I had so much to live for,

So much left yet to do,

It seemed almost impossible,

That I was leaving you.

I thought of all the yesterdays,

The good ones and the bad,

I thought of all the love we shared,

And all the fun we had.

If I could relive yesterday,

Just even for a while,

I'd say goodbye and kiss you,

And maybe see you smile.

But then I fully realized,

That this could never be,

For emptiness and memories,
Would take the place of me.

And when I thought of worldly th ings,

I might miss come tomorrow,

I thought of you, and when I did,

My heart was filled with sorrow.

But when I walked through heaven's gates,

I felt so much at home.

When God looked down and smiled at me,

>From His great golden throne,

He said, "This is eternity,

And all I've promised you."

Today your life on earth is past,

But here life starts anew

I promise no tomorrow,

But today will always last,

And since each day's the same way,

There's no longing for the past.

You have been so faithful,

So trusting and so true.

Though there were times you did some things,

You knew you shouldn't do.

But you have been forgiven,

and now at last you're free.

So won't you come and take my hand,

and share my life with me?

So when tomorrow starts without me,

don't think we're far apart,

For every time you think of me,

I'm right here, in your heart.

GOD BLESS THE GOLDEN FAMILY AND ALL OF THE HPD OFFICERS.

Anonymous
Huntsville,AL

September 1, 2005

On behalf of the members of the Sutherlin Police Department, I send to you, our heartfelt condolences and prayers in your time of sadness. May your fallen officer’s legacy live on in the memories of his friends and family. Rest now brother, after a job well done. We’ll take it from here.

Corporal Justin Marquis
Sutherlin Police Department, Sutherlin, OR

September 1, 2005

I did not know Officer Golden personally but I was on call when I saw the Police Cruisers lining the road outside of our ER. I knew something terrible had happened. I am always impressed with the brotherhood our HPD officers have for each other, and I know that Officer Golden will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, friends and fellow officers. He is definitley in a greater place today. Thank you, Officer Golden for keeping our families safe.

David McMillion M.D., Resident
UAB Huntsville Family Practice Residency Program

September 1, 2005

I had the priviledge to Daniel for the first time just last week. He came to my office because he had lost his fuel card. He kept apologizing for it over and over. He told me that he had filled his car with his own money and would continue to do so until his fuel card came in. I told him that it was okay and to turn his gas receipts into his Department so he could get reimbursed. He quickly responded that he was not worried about that and would continue to pay from his own pocket and didn't want his money back. I remember him being so kind, humble and one of the most polite individuals that I have ever met. It was an honor to have the opportunity to meet him and I will never forget it. My thoughts and Prayers go out to his family.

Pat Crumrine, COH Employee
City of Huntsville, Fleet Managment

September 1, 2005

Daniel,you are the true meaning of a hero.You will be greatly missed by many.To the entire Golden family,our thoughts and prays are with you.

Chad Townsend
Friend

September 1, 2005

My husband and I didn't know Officer Golden, but our thoughts and prayers are with his family as well as his work family. Thank you Officer Golden for all your hard work and sacrifice, may you rest in peace. ~~~~~

Thomas & Kandy Plemons
TVA Fireman

September 1, 2005

Oh Daniel were do i begin...I am so proud of you. I will never forget the churh trip to the zoo when we were kids, that is when you told me you were my cousin, I cant even remember how we are kin, but from that day forward we told everyone "that's my cousin". I will always miss you but i know you are safe now and nothing can ever hurt you again.I love you. Dee i know it is hard, but you are strong that was one of the reasons Daniel loved you so much. Just remember even though you only had a short time with Daniel, he loved you enough for all eternity. Girl, we are all here for you at the outback if you need us. We love you and your kids are in our prayers.

Kelly Pigg
Daniel's Cousin

September 1, 2005