Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace Brother Golden. You, your family, your co-workers, and your friends are in our prayers.

OFC Kevin R Turley
Jacksonville State (Alabama) Police Department

August 31, 2005

I WANT TO SAY I'M SO SORRY FOR THE FAMILY AND MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS WILL BE WITH YOU. BUT GREAT GUYS LIKE DANIEL PROTECT US EVERY DAY. THANKS POLICE MAN, FIREMAN, EMS, ETC. DANIEL YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED FOR YEARS TO COME BY THE DEPT. AND SURROUNDING POLICE DEPTS.MRS. GOLDEN HANG ON TO GOD'S HAND HE WILL GUIDE YOU AND THE CHILDREN THROUGH TOUGH TIMES. I DIDN'T KNOW EITHER ONE OF YOU BUT GOD DOES AND I FELT THE NEED TO SHARE MY THOUGHTS WITH YOU. GOD LOVES YOU, DANIEL REST IN PEACE. HPD, EMS, ETC. YA'LL HAVE MY PRAYERS TOO. THANKS MARSHA

MARSHA FIREFIGHTER
TOWN CREEK VOL. FIRE DEPT.

August 31, 2005

Officer Golden I thank you and honor you for your service. Your dedication and courage will always be remembered.

Officer Chris Dillard
U.S. TVA Police

August 31, 2005

There are so little words to describe how we all feel and what we want to say to the family of this Hero. We wish to honor him and to console your family in this time of such great sorrow. None of us can express enough to you how deeply we hurt for this senseless loss. We are truly sorry and please know you will be in our every prayer. May God grant you comfort for your broken heart and strength for your wounded soul. Your husband’s sacrifice will never be forgotten and you will never be alone. Every cop’s wife all over the world is right there with you right now. We are all holding your hand and praying for you. Take comfort in the fact that justice will be served with a heavy hand!
To every officer out there, thank you for everything you do. You don’t hear it near enough and may God watch over and bless you! Peace to all the law enforcement family.

Ofc Williams & Wife
New Hope PD

August 31, 2005

God Bless you for paying the ultimate price for serving and protecting those around you. Thank you.

Citizen: Ray
None

August 31, 2005

Rest easy BROTHER.........we have the watch from here.

Officer
Ky PD

August 31, 2005

"The Storm Is Over Now"

I was in a tunnel
And couldn't see the light
And whenever I'd look up
I couldn't see the sky
Sometimes when I'm standin'
It seems like I done walked for miles
And my heart could be cryin'
Dead in the middle of a smile

But then I climbed the hills
And saw the mountains
I hollered help 'cause I was lost
Then I felt the strong wind
Heard a small voice sayin'

The storm is over
(The storm is over now)
And I can see the sunshine
(Somewhere beyond the clouds)
I feel Heaven
(Heaven is over me)
Come on and set me free

Now in the midst of my battle
All hope was gone
On the road in a rushed crowd
And felt all alone
And every now and then
I felt like I would lose my mind
I've been racin' for years
And still no finish line

But then I climbed the hills
And saw the mountains
I hollered help 'cause I was lost
Then I felt the strong wind
And then a small voice sayin'

The storm is over
(The storm is over now)
And I can see the sunshine
(Somewhere beyond the clouds)
I can feel Heaven, yeah
(Heaven is over me)

Come on and set me free

Somehow my beginning stepped right in
Then faith became my friend
And now I can depend
On the voices of the wind
When it's sayin'

The storm is over

(The storm is over now)

Sgt. Kevin B. Kelley
Carteret Co. Sheriff's Office Beaufort, NC.

August 31, 2005

I never got to meet Officer Golden but I can tell by the words written by others that I would have liked him and what he stood for. Our thoughts and prayers are with him, his family, friends and fellow officers during this difficult time of sadness.

AZ Narc
YCSO

August 31, 2005

In loving memory of P.O. Daniel Golden:
It is very heartwarming to read all these wonderful reflections about a
truly honorable gentleman who had a huge heart. According to
your closest associates, you are with Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.
There is none greater than He. We don't get to Heaven based on what we do, but by His sacrifice on the
cross for our sins. AMEN! And even Daniel, as wonderful as he was, is still a sinner in God's eyes in need of a Savior. Thank you, Daniel, 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,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 wish I could erase your pain, but Jesus has done that for Daniel. God bless his family, friends and co-workers who will miss him
forever. John 14:6

Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

August 31, 2005

There are so little words to describe how we all feel and what we want to say to the family of this Hero. We wish to honor him and to console your family in this time of such great sorrow. None of us can express enough to you how deeply we hurt for this senseless loss. We are truly sorry and please know you will be in our every prayer. May God grant you comfort for your broken heart and strength for your wounded soul. Your husband’s sacrifice will never be forgotten and you will never be alone. Every cop’s wife all over the world is right there with you right now. We are all holding your hand and praying for you. Take comfort in the fact that justice will be served with a heavy hand!
To every officer out there, thank you for everything you do. You don’t hear it near enough and may God watch over and bless you! Peace to all the law enforcement family.

an officer's wife

August 31, 2005

I am so sorry for your loss. May God bring you healing quickly.

LEO WIFE
Ohio

August 31, 2005

A Flintville kid myself, I remember Daniel as the outgoing, bright-eyed boy at all the birthday parties. That boy turned into an outstanding adult. I feel privileged to have known him and deeply saddened by his loss. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Anne

August 31, 2005

Wow! It seems like yesterday you almost arrested me and my friends, great lesson learned here! You will be missed, although we werent close, you still taught me and my friends a lesson! All of my friends thought of you as a "scary officer" but i thought of you as a friend, you only wanted to keep us out of trouble, and you did! and your words will always be remembered! Say hello to my dad for me...just dont tell him you almost arrested me shhhh!

Yours truly,
Jessica

Jessica Upton

August 31, 2005

I dont even know where to begin, Golden. Nothing I say could ever do you justice. Your genuine, vibrant spirit will truly be missed. All the memories I have of you are nothing but happiness and laughter. Thanks for making those long 18 weeks of the academy bearable...who knew that in only three short years you would be making the ultimate sacrifice for our city. Rest assured brother, justice will prevail, and God's Mighty hand will fall heavily upon Benito.
We know you're in His hands now and that you've probably got him cracking up. I look foward to the time we meet again. Until that time, God bless you brother.

Officer D. Hendricks "Henderson"
HPD

August 31, 2005

The Last Call...

The Policeman stood and faced his God, which must always come to pass
He hoped his shoes where shining as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now young Policeman. How shall I deal with you?
"Have you always turned the other cheek, To my church have you always been true?

The young Policeman squared his shoulders and said, "No Lord, I guess I ain't"
Because those of us who carry badges 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 awful tough"

"But I've never took a penny, that wasn't mine to keep.
Though I worked a lot of overtime Lord, when the bills became too steep".

"And I never passed a cry for help, though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes Lord, 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 them except to still their fear".

"If you've a place for me Lord, it needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had much Lord, if you don't I'll understand".

There was a silence all around the throne where the Saints had often trod.
As the young Policeman waited quietly for the judgement of his God.

"Step forward now, young Policeman, you've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets. You've done your time in Hell"

Words can not express the emotion of loss.
I, we, lost a brother. Others lost so much more. I cannot heal your pain, but if knowing that others are reading your beloveds testimony and praying with you for your heart to heal, then I hope my few words help. My thoughts and prayers are with you, and my fellow officers who grieve.

Fallen, but never forgotten.

Rest in Peace.

Cst. Paul Wyatt
Calgary Police Service, Alberta, Canada

August 31, 2005

Golden,

I keep thinking of the hot July day three years ago when i got to meet you in our academy and in the 18 weeks that followed how well i got to know you and how many times you made me (and everyone else) laugh and brought a smile to our face like no one else could. You had your own way about you and thats what everyone loved so much, what you see is what you get with Golden. I dont have to words to say how much i will miss you and the only way i can keep moving is that every memory i have of you brings a smile to my face. You were my friend first and fellow officer second and both will be missed more than i can express. You were always the first one there for me in a time of need and i will never forget every good time i got to share with you. I will never say goodbye because you will always be with me in my thoughts and prayers. Your buddy, Powder.

Jason Ramsey
Huntsville, Alabama

August 31, 2005

Daniel such a nice honest young man, always wearing a friendly SMILE. Your mom and dad raised you and your brother to be fine young men.Our sons now 18 & 20 years old remember the older teenage boy who came to football practice at Flintville to encourage them to do their best. A country boy at heart always looking to lend a helping hand. I will always encourage my sons to be the man you had become.
Kenneth and Diana words cannot express our sympathy for the loss of Daniel. God Bless you Mrs. Daniel Golden, you should wear that name with Honor!

Timmy & Jane Ogle ,Family
Ogle Feed , Vanntown TN

August 31, 2005

MY BROTHER IN BLUE YOU MIGHT BE GONE BUT NOT FORGOT. I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR FAMILY, BUT I AM SURE YOUR FAMILY KNOWS YOU DIED DOING SOMETIME YOU LOVE SO MUCH. GO REST HIGH ON THAT MOUNTAIN MY BROTHER IN BROTHER GO REST IN PEACE . FROM OFFICER TACY A JOHNSON

OFFICER TRACY A JOHNSON
FLOMATON POLICE DEPT

August 30, 2005

Rest now Officer Golden. I thank you for looking over my family and friends back home in Huntsville as I work the streets of Nashville. You are now in a better place with a other brothers and sisters in blue. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless.

Officer Craig Christie
Metro Nashville Police Department

August 30, 2005

To the Golden Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I didn't know Daniel but I know David. I wanted to show my respect for his family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. To his wife, I will pray for you and your children. You have lost a great husband and father, he may be gone but he will NEVER be forgotten.May GOD Bless All Of You. Love A friend, April (House) Montgomery.

April Montgomery
none

August 30, 2005

As a member of the Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers, myself and the Lewiston, Maine Chapter are in prayer for Officer Golden's family. I am praying also for the rest of the force as they continue to professionally investige this tragedy. As a lay pastor I will also share this with my congregation and other prayer warriors.

TSgt Ronald E. Libby, Retired
United States Air Force Security Police

August 30, 2005

You will be missed. Tell my baby brother Sterling hello for me because I know now that he is not alone.

Love, Parker

Parker

August 30, 2005

Goodbye friend,you will be truly missed.You will be in my thoughts daily. I will never forget you.

Bill Gray
Huntsville P.D.

August 30, 2005

Brother, it was just the other day that we were joking around and laughing in the booking area at the jail. It seems so unreal, like a nightmare that neither one of us should be a part of. I keep thinking of you, the country boy in his overalls with a big ole straw hat on. If there is one thing that sticks in my mind about you, it is the day that you told several of us that the only way that you are able to handle the loss of your infant son was to remember that he is with Jesus now in a much better place. I pray that you get to see your little boy again Daniel. I love you brother, you will never be forgotten, nor will the sacrifice that your wife and children had to make. "Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one's life for his friends" "Therefore, you now have sorrow, but I will see you again and your heart will rejoice and your joy no one will take from you."

Police Officer Michael Danley
Huntsville Police Department

August 30, 2005

In Loving Memory

Death is nothing at all.
I have only slipped away into the next room.
I am I and you are you: Whatever we were to each other, that we are still. Call me by my old familiar name, speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Put no difference into your tone: wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together. Play, smile, think of me, pray for me. Let my name be ever the household word that it always was. Let it be spoken without an effort, without the ghost of a shadow on it. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was; there is absolutely unbroken continuity. What is death but a negligible accident? I am but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near , just around the corner. All is well.

The dedication and service you provided to the community and those that you touched personally will never be forgotten. May God watch over your family and bless them with the comfort that you are always present in spirit and heart. Thank you for being you and watching over us all!


-Author Unknown

Beck & Karen
Fugitive Enforcement Agency (F.E.A.)

August 30, 2005