Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I was shocked to hear of your passing, Tara. My heart and prayers go out for Tina and Brian. I remember you as a very sweet little girl in Abilene. I know your community, the State of Georgia, and our nation share in this loss.

Len Johnson

September 27, 2005

Tara.....Its really hard to see this sort of thing happen. As you enter into Gods Kingdom please keep an eye on us.

J.P
(former P.O)Corona Police Department

September 27, 2005

As I read about your death a few days ago, my heart broke for your family. I know they were so proud of you. May God wrap his loving arms around them and help them through all the days ahead. There isn't a day that will pass that they won't think of you in some way. I also will keep the instructor in my prayers - he will needs much support also. God bless you Tara.

Denise
Survivor of Trooper Calvin Taylor

September 26, 2005

Another Georgia Officer has fallen. To Tara's family and friends find comfort in knowing that what Tara was doing was attempting to help others. God's speed sister, and may your fellow brothers and sisters always keep a place in their heart.

Ofc. L.Wagaman
Atlanta Police Department

September 26, 2005

It has taken time to be able to read these reflections, having to pause with each to wipe the tears that I may read the next. I have attended other services for my fallen brothers and sisters, but never one so close to home and heart. Though our jobs present us with many challenges which we overcome, we carry the scars with us forever. Each time we lay an officer to rest, we leave a little of ourselves behind. In return we carry away the memories and experiences of our fallen family to keep us strong. We welocome your family into ours as we did you. May God watch over us all and guide us.

Member of the Guard
KPD

September 25, 2005

God Speed, Sister.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

September 25, 2005

you will be missed by many thank you my sister in blue we will carry on in your honor never shall we forget.

Reserve Deputy/D.O Doug Crisp
Lyon County sheriff dept kansas

September 24, 2005

Rest In Peace.

Special Agent Darin L. Paul
FBI

September 24, 2005

My heart goes out to the fellow officers, family and friends of Officer Drummond and the trainer involved. We live daily with the reality that this may happen, yet we carry on because it is the right thing to do. I am so sorry this happened and may you all know that all law enforcement officers out there are mourning your loss. Our department lost Officer Molly Bowden on Feburary 10, 2005 and we share your sorrow.


"Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down her life for her friends." John 15:13

Officer Cynthia Crowe
Columbia, MO Police Department

September 24, 2005

What a truly horrible and tragic loss. I was deeply saddend to learn of your untimely death. Words cannont express how sorry I am. I feel as if I have lost a sister even though I have never met you. We should be so lucky to have a beautiful angel to watch over us, you will be missed by everyone.

Officer Grant Jacobs
Amboy Police Dept. Amboy, MN

September 24, 2005

I WANTED TO SHARE MY DEEPEST SYMPTHANY TO THE FAMILY OF OFFICER TARA DRUMMOND. BEING A POLICE OFFICER IS TUFF AND UNFORGIVING, BUT ALSO VERY REWARDING. THERE ARE NO WORDS THAT CAN FACILITATE YOUR LOSS BUT I TRUELY HOPE THESE WORDS WILL BE OF COMFORT.

PTL. DARRELL MILLER
INDIANAPOLIS POLICE DEPT.

September 23, 2005

Rest in peace sister, a beautiful life cut too short. Please watch over all of us in the uniform. God bless you and your family. You will never be forgotten.

Aux/PO Roger Singh
Suffolk County PD, NY

September 23, 2005

My prayers and sympathy go out to the family and co-workers
of Officer Drummond. I also pray for the her fellow officer who was involved in this tragedy.
May God place you home in a special place for the ultimate sacrifice you made. AC

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

September 23, 2005

I still can't believe this preventable and ridiculous situation happened to the little girl I knew so many years ago. When I got the phone call from my mother about Tara's death, I couldn't help but cry. We both felt helpless and speechless. I thank you all for your kind words of hope and compassion for the rest of my family. Peace be with you all and Tara may you rest in peace.

Tim Malenock
Tara's Cousin, Chicago, IL

September 23, 2005

Rest in peace sister...you and your family will be in my prayers...

Deputy Scott Hamilton
Ohio

September 23, 2005

Rest in peace ma'am. Thank you.

Shannon
Collins Fire Dept.

September 22, 2005

God Bless You Officer Drummond and our sincere condolences to the family.

Patrol Officers
Huntsville, Al. Police Dept.

September 22, 2005

What can you say, this is not suppose to happen it is absolutely senseless. May the Lord be with you and be with your family and co-workers. We all know the risk on the streets and we know training can be rough and physical, but it should NEVER be deadly, that is all i can say without speaking my thoughts. You will never be forgotten.

Cpl Gary Mintz, Director Traffic Enf.
Henderson County Sheriff's Office, North Carolina

September 22, 2005

The loss of Tara has affected so many lives. Tara's death is truly such a tragedy that will be felt for many years to come by her family and fellow mandate students. As a former police officer, the wife of a police officer and most importantly, a mother, Tara's death has touched every aspect of my life and made me realize how important it is to recognize the beauty of not only our lives here on earth, but that life which is waiting for us in heaven. There is a reason for Tara's death- God has a reason for everything he does- and we will know that reason someday (but I also know it so hard right now for so many people!) Until then, we must remember Tara and honor her life.

To the Drummond family, I need to tell you that you are truly remarkable people. The strength and forgiveness that you have shown is incredible. I can only thank you for your kindness during a time when I know you are grieving so deeply. Time does heal wounds and I pray that your pain will indeed be eased as you move forward.

Take care of each other and please lean on Tara's law enforcement family. They share a strong bond which can never be broken.

Marilee Gibson
Former MARTA Police Officer
Wife of East Point Officer
NCGLEA Coordinator

Marilee D. Gibson
NCGLEA

September 22, 2005

Tara, many of us are very sad and upset at your loss. You made me smile more than once, I know you made everyones life better and treated friends and family so well. I hope that I can remember the joy of knowing you, and not the sadness of missing you. I won't ever find another person to fill your place in the world, you were so very special to so many. I hope your family can find peace and know that many share your loss.

Scott Reichard
friend of tara...

September 22, 2005

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers. May god be with you all as you suffer with this tragic loss. God Bless!

Sgt Roger Leiser
Swiss Army, MP Service

September 22, 2005

Tara,
I don't know you or your family, but my daughter and I had the honor of stopping and honoring your life as your procession drove by us. As I stood outside of my vehicle and crossed my heart out of respect, tears just flowed seeing the amount of support your family has around them. I have never been so touched. It was very overwhelming to say the least. I can tell that you touched so many lives and brought so much joy to your family. My love goes out to you and your loved ones as they remember you each day. The police force of Kennesaw is an amazing unit and you will truly be missed. You will continue to be in the thoughts and prayers of my children & myself.

Michelle
Kennesaw resident

September 22, 2005

Your loss weighs heavy on all of us Tara. God bless you and your family for this great loss. Prayers as well for the police instructor, his family and fellow officers. God bless us all.

Motor Ofc. C.H. Spurlin
Gwinnett Co. PD

September 22, 2005

Dearest Tara:

I keep hearing that everything happens for a reason. I'm having a hard time finding reason in our loss of your incredible energy and joy for life. I only knew you a short time but you touched the hearts of myself and the "Michiganders" immeasurably. We will always remember your warmth and beauty and the complete sincerity with which you embraced our family.

I met you for the 1st time at our wedding and looked again at the pictures of you sharing that day with us last night. You were so beautiful and made our perfect day just that much more complete.

If there is any reason to be found in losing you it would be that we have all learned to never take anyone or anything for granted. Life happens in every instant and you have taught me that we can lose those that we love in an instant. I will never again take my loved ones for granted or wish I had picked up the phone or kept in closer touch. I will never again assume that those I love know how I feel.

We all love you and miss you. I know you are in heaven so please say hi to my mom, Grandma, Grandpa and Uncle John. You never met them but trust me, they all know you and would love you as we do.

Love, Martha and Tom No

Martha Spagnuolo-No
Family

September 21, 2005

My heart broke when I heard of this accident. My deapest prayers and thoughts go out to Tara and her family.

I know for a fact she is in heaven and is living a full life as a special angel. God Bless

D. W. Laskowski
Sparrow Health System

September 21, 2005