Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Boo.. As time passes, changes will come.. But time will never change the friend and brother that you were to me and the fellas. Coming home is not quite the same anymore. I miss you bro..

Kenneth Portis

September 9, 2006

Thinking of you as I do every day, I love you and miss you.You will never ever be forgotten.

Brewster
YPD/FRIEND

September 6, 2006

THIS TIME LAST YEAR WE ALL HAD A WONDERFUL TIME AT YOUR HOUSE. I REMEMBER YOU AND STACIE RIDING THE FOUR-WHEELER WITH ONE OF THE BOYS ( I CAN STILL REMEMBER THE SMILE YOU GUYS HAD ON YOUR FACES) THAT WAS THE LAST COOKOUT AND ONE OF THE BEST. SHUN HAS TO WORK TODAY SO I'LL BE DOING THE COOKING ( THIS MEAL IS DEDICATED TO YOU DION ). ALWAYS MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN.

Cher
Friend

September 4, 2006

I often daydream about where you are, what you are doing and what our families (yours and mine) would be doing that very moment... Then I come to my senses and realize it was only a dream. Today is Sunday and I know what we would be doing if you were still here, having one of those family cook-outs. I remember how simple we would always try to keep them so we wouldn't spend "next weeks money" (lol). We would raid the refrigerator or just buy wings and pigtails; boy do I miss those days. And what about when I use to cook collard greens, pig feet and corn bread. You would always tease me about my jiffy mix corn bread, but you would still eat it, and your only complaint would be not cooking enough for you and Shun or not having enough hot sauce. And don't mention the chitterlings. I have some in the refrigerator that Shun want me to clean and cook but I'm not in a hurry to do so cause I know it'll bring back hard memories for us both. We are still hanging in there Dion. This year has been rough on every one. We miss you so much. Dion you have left so many of us feeling handicapped, but in this case it's not a bad thing. Up until now we never knew how big of a part you played in our lives. To me, it is like learning to see again. And until we can accept the fact that you are no longer with us, physically, I think we will always feel as if we are walking around in the dark, but God is gonna help us get past that and we shall see light again. We love and miss you "Old Boy" and the Roberts Family shall never forget. You were a dear friend, a big brother and an uncle/godfather to us and our children and always will be.

Until we meet again,
Cher, Shun and family

PS Rest in peace.

Cher
A Friend

August 27, 2006

NO GREATER LOVE THAN A MAN WOULD LAY DOWN HIS LIFE FOR HIS FRIENDS AND THEIR FREEDOM.
CHIEF NELSON YOU HAVE YOUR WINGS NOW,
" YOU ARE FREE "

T L CULLINS DETENTION OFFICER
CUMBERLAND COUNTY NC SHERIFF"S DEPARTMENT

August 25, 2006

WELL,HOW CAN I START.THERE'S SO MANY THINGS I WANT TO SAY NOW THAT I SHOULD HAVE TOLD YOU BEFORE.BUT THAT'S ALRIGHT I KNOW YOU HEAR ME.DON'T THINK FOR ONE MINUTE THAT I HAVE FORGOTTEN ABOUT YOU.MANY MAY HAVE,BUT NOT ME.WE HAD A REAL FRIENDSHIP.STACIE KNOW!WHENEVER I NEEDED YOU DION YOU WAS ALWAYS THERE FOR ME.EVEN THOUGH IT WAS NOT YOUR PART,YOU ALWAYS HELP ME TO MAKE THE RIGHT CHOICES.YOU KNEW THIS BEFORE YOU LEFT US, FRIENDS COME AND GO, BUT YOU AND STACIE LET ME KNOW THAT YOU WILL ALWAYS BE HERE FOR ME.EVEN NOW.I MISS YOUR LAUGHS,SMILES,AND FRIENDLY HEART.MY UNCLE HAVE LEFT ME NOW AND I WANT YOU AND HIM TO CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER US.STACIE IS DOING THE BEST SHE CAN WITH YOUR BEAUTIFUL BOYS.TELL MY UNCLE THAT I LOVE HIM VERY MUCH.YOU AND HIM HAVE DONE SOMETHING WE ALL HAVE TO DO JUST AT A DIFFERENT TIME.IT WARMS MY HEART TO KNOW THAT I WILL SEE YOU AND UNCLE WILLIE AGAIN ONE DAY.CED AND I ARE STILL HOLDING STRONG.I KNOW THAT IS WHAT YOU WOULD WANT.I WILL CONTINUE TO STAY IN THE FIGHT EVEN THOUGH MY BOY IS NOT HERE WITH ME.YOU ALWAYS TOLD ME TO WATCH OUT FOR THEM PHONIES AND I WILL CONTINUE TO DO THAT.THE LAST TIME WE SAW EACH OTHER WAS WHEN YOU CAME TO LAUREL.WE WAS GETTING READY TO GO TO NEW ORLEANS FOR HURRICANE KATRINA AND I ASK YOU WHERE STACIE WAS AND YOU SAID AT HOME.YOU TOLD ME TO BE SAFE BUT I SHOULD HAVE TOLD YOU.I TRY NOT TO ASK WHY AND WHAT IF CAUSE I KNOW IT WAS IN GOD'S HOLY PLAN.THANK YOU DION FOR BEING YOU.THANK YOU FOR HAVING SUCH A GIVING SPIRIT AND LAST BUT NOT LEAST THANK YOU FOR ALWAYS HAVING MY BACK!

MONIQUE ELLIS
FRIEND

August 17, 2006

Chief Dion R. Nelson looked and watched over and protected many lives, a job HE took very serious.Now,in spirit HE can be watch and looked after by his Grandmother,L.T.Gore.He was planning to visit her.Now they are watching over us.

Rosie Terrell-Howard
MOTHER

August 12, 2006

AS I SIT HERE AND READ ALL OF THE REFLECTIONS FROM FAMILY, FRIENDS AND EVEN PEOPLE WHO NEVER REALLY KNEW YOU IT IS STILL SO HARD FOR ME TO DO THIS. SINCE I'M LOST FOR WORDS, I WOULD LIKE TO LEAVE THIS WITH YOU (THE GIFT YOU AND STACIE GAVE SHUN AND I AFTER YOU GUYS CAME BACK FROM THE ARMY RETREAT 2004 IN ORLANDO,FLORIDA.) I WAS KNOCKED OFF OF MY FEET WHEN "RED" TOLD ME THAT IT WAS YOUR IDEA TO GET US SOMETHING AND THAT YOU HAD EVEN PICKED IT OUT. "THE MIRACLE OF FRIENDSHIP" THERE'S A MIRACLE CALLED FRIENDSHIP
THAT DWELLS WITHIN THE HEART,
AND YOU DON'T KNOW HOW IT HAPPENS
OR WHEN IT GETS ITS START...
BUT THE HAPPINESS IT BRINGS YOU
ALWAYS GIVES A SPECIAL LIFT,
AND YOU REALIZE THAT FRIENDSHIP
IS GODS MOST PRECIOUS GIFT.

CHER ROBERTS
FRIEND

August 9, 2006

I went to National Peace Officer's week in Washington, D.C. (May '06) and all of the events were breath taking! You never realize how many men and women give the ultimate sacrifice. All of the other friends and family of fallen officers were very friendly and gave great advice. If any one reading this reflection can take a trip to the wall it is unforgettable. I know for myself that I did not want "Bootie" to go, but I am grateful that the Lord chose to take him while he was doing what he enjoyed, policing. It has been 10 long months and not a day or hour goes by that I don't think of you Dion. I think about all of our happy times with each other as well as family and friends. I know that our chapter has ended, but the book is not finished. I will forever keep you in my heart no matter what. It gets hard sometimes because the boys are just like their daddy! We love you always.

Stacie A. Lockhart
fiancee

July 27, 2006

We were just thinking about you knowing that this is your birthday I will always love you son and will always miss you. So God Bless and I will see you on the other side.

Your Step Dad
Charles Howard Sr.

Charles Howard Sr.
Step-Dad

June 30, 2006

Today is a bitter sweet day. Today is your birthday and you know why I've always been able to remember this day. I woke up to realize that you were not here for me to call you like I often did to wish you a Happy Birthday so I just smiled up toward heaven cause I knew you were looking down on me. I Love You and I Miss U but God Loves you Best. May you always rest in peace.

I will always remember U!
Lawonda R. Gibbs/Nana

Lawonda "Nana" Gibbs
You're my HERO!!

June 29, 2006

I thought of you today...and my heart smiled!

VeRonica Portis
friend

June 12, 2006

You may be gone but you will never be forgotten!

Yesterday I left Florham Park, NJ along with approximately 375 other riders as part of he Police Unity Tour. We are riding bicyles to Washington DC with our final destination being the National Law Enforcement Officer's Memorial. We are trying to bring awareness to the memorial and every officer who lost their life trying to protect others.

When I left NJ I was wearing a braclet bearing your name. I will be riding in memory of you and pray you keep me safe throughout my journey. I hope that one day I will be able to turn this bracelet over to your family and assure them that you will NEVER be forgotten.

Officer Kevin Lamey
Bridgewater Police Department, NJ

May 10, 2006

In loving memory of my beautiful Nephew Dion. My condolences goes out to his precious Mother, Rosie M. Terrell-Howard, his sister Vatonia,brother Tory and children Astryd,Achauntee,Dion Jr.,Ja'Lon,and all freinds and family. Remember my sister,Rosie aka Resi,Dion came to see you a few weeks before to tell you he loved you and he was building a new home. That home is in Heaven where he is. We love and miss you Dion.

Benita and Bell Familyl

March 5, 2006

Rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer

February 7, 2006

TO THE FAMILY OF DION NELSON. MAY GOD FOREVER BLESS YOU AND ALWAYS KEEP THE MEMORIES OF DION CLOSE TO YOUR HEART. ALWAYS REMEMBER GOD KNOWS BEST AND HE DON'T MAKE MISTAKES. WE LOVED YOU BUT GOD LOVED YOU BEST. REST IN PEACE.

VANESSA PAYNE-COLE
GEIGER,AL (FRIEND)

January 31, 2006

Condolenses to the Howard and Terrel family. After reading of the reflection about Dion, I have collectly gather outstanding and honorable remark about his life of outstanding accomplishments. Tonya, Tory and Mrs. Howard I hope you all find peace and hold your heads high because Dion had achieved many goals, (A TRUE TROOPER).Peace to the family and relatives.


Montoya Crowder
Freind of the Family

Montoya J. Crowder

January 30, 2006

To all that have left a reflection, thank you so much.Dion meant so much to so many people.His absence is felt tremendously.Once again thank you from his fiancee, Stacie, and children, Astryd, Achauntee,Dion Jr., ad Dakaari Nelson.

January 4, 2006

Dion it is my time to let you know that the love,caring,and sharing while you were with us in the flesh,is continuing on in our hearts.We will always miss those conversations we had
over the phone or when you would stop by, those moments were and will always be special Dion.I have my memories as you have yours. Mind will consist of a
little boy playing his heart out growing up
too be strong with Athletic abilities a
family man with spiritual values.We miss you.Dion in closing you have achieved more in your thirty-four years
than many have being sixty-four years of age.God has called you home but your
likeness carries on in Astryd,Achauntee, Dion Jr.,DaKaari, and Ja'lon.
Charles Howard-Step-father,Rosie M.Terrell Howard mother
Retired form Caterpillar Inc.Senior Operations Supervisor & Coordinator

December 29, 2005

Hey, O'boy you maybe gone but not forgotten.The two year that i worked with you at YPD was very great. To you and your family and from me and my family you will be miss.

EX: Police Officer YPD/DPD

Sgt Tracy A. Desmond
usmc

December 8, 2005

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of a loved one in law enforcement. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support. As we personally know, sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Alissa Scott
Widow of Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-03

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

November 28, 2005

THIS YOUNG MAN'S PROUD SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY AND TO OUR COUNTRY SHALL FOREVER BE REMEMBERED. HAVING BEEN BORN IN A GENERATION THAT SAW MANY WHO DID LITTLE TO MAKE MEN OUT OF THEMSELVES WAS NOT THE CASE IN THIS YOUNG GENTLEMAN LIFE. HAVING BEEN VISITED BY HIM IN MY HOME MADE ME PROUD TO KNOW THAT HE HAS SELECTED BY SON STAN TO BE ONE OF HIS CLOSE FRIEND.
WE HAVE LOSTED A LOVE AND A FUTURE LEADER.

NED WHITEHEAD
JEFFERSON COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

November 17, 2005

D I will always love you and remember all the good times I had talking with you about you know who!!!!!!!! You are a wonderful man and there is no other Dion R. Nelson. You were one of a kind and I love u....Nana

Lawonda Gibbs

November 16, 2005

To Chief Dion Nelson:

On this Veterans Day, I honor your distinquished service to your country.

Phyllis Loya, mother of Larry Lasater,
Pittsburg PD eow 4/24/05

November 11, 2005

I remember Dion as he was rushing into the world.I remember Dion as healthy crying baby,he should have been a singer. I remember Dion as he was trying to get my attention to say,"HEY,LADY YOU BOOTAFUL,"[as only a little 4yr.old kid could say.]Testing his flirting skills. I remember how he listen to my voice and the stories of love that I told him. I remember the jokes he would tell me - to the point I would have to ask him,Tory and Tonya, "how old do ya`ll think I am?" Well, let`s jest say he could have been a comedian too. Remembering his uncanny insight into being strong, levelheaded, thoughtful, spiritual, intellegent,respectful and how he formed and helded love so gentle in his strong hands. God may have called Dion home, but, not before leaving a little of his goodness here in the likness of Astryd, Achauntee, Dion Jr., Da`Kaari, Ja`Lon. My love for him lives on in his children. May you rest in Jesus arms my Beloved Son.

Rosie M. Terrell-Howard

October 27, 2005