Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

wow it's been a while since i been here---sorry although i haven't forgotten about you, sometimes it's harder than others but your 3 yr anniversary is coming up,how CRAZY is that?!? well i hope everything is good for your mom & donovan & corey & crystal & the rest of your family. alls well here, my little ones are growing up wayyyy to FAST, sometimes i want them to stay little forever but i know they can't so i just have to rely on pics :) well no need to talk a hole in your head, i will be going now but just know that i STILL love & miss you just as much as ever---until next time...

me

October 10, 2008

Courtney,
Next month will be too long that you have been gone. I am happy to say that Donovan is growing up. The pictures Kati had of him in your uniform shirt and hat are wonderful. Last year, Donovan was in the same class with my little girl and they were good friends. I was able to see him more often then, but now not so much. A few times when I went to school with my daughter he would talk to me about you. He would out of the blue just say, "My Daddy is in Heaven, that's why he can't be here." I would tell him that you were there and you were watching him. He would smile. You are still missed and loved very much. There is a woman that comes into the department every so often and tells you hello. She just smiled and commented today that she has to say hello to you everytime she sees you.

You will always be remembered.

Talley

Corporal Erica Talley
Danville Police Department

October 7, 2008

EVENTHOUGH YOUR GONE, YOU ARE STILL VERY MUCH ALIVE IN US... YOUR FRIENDS, FAMILY AND RIDERS OF THE STORMS*.

RAE

September 25, 2008

Officer Dickerson, I thought I'd just drop you a quick line and let you know your family, friends and I have not forgotten you. Although I never met you, I've read many of the reflections left by your close friends and loved ones. It's easy to say you were a man of honor and great integrity. It's been almost 3 years and we still remember your unselfish sacrifice. REST IN PEACE BROTHER!

Pfc. Denny Washington#1714
Prince George's County Police

August 10, 2008

Officer Dickerson your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May you rest in peace.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee

April 17, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

April 2, 2008

Officer Dickerson,
I never met you but I was reading about your terrible accident and I'm deeply sadden. I lost a close partner from my department back in 1994, so I know how your family is still hurting every day for you. You were a bright young man with a wonderful future in front of you. Your mom is heart broken on your death. Just wisper words of peace and comfort and let her know that God doesn't make mistakes. Although I didn't know you here on earth, I look forward to shaking your hand at the gates.
Rest Now Officer Dickerson,

Pfc. Denny Washington#1714
Prince George's County Polce(Maryland)

Pfc. Deny Washington#1714
Prince George's County Police

January 24, 2008

Even though time has passed and the pain eases you are gone but never forgotten. We will all remember your service and sacrifice.

L.P. Rigney Jr.
Altavista P.D. / Former Danville P.D.

January 16, 2008

Thinking of you and your loved ones on this 2nd anniversary of your being called away from duty. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and protect them from harm. You are a true hero.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

November 11, 2007

On the two year anniversary of your passing, you are remembered and a special prayer goes out to your family.

Craig Figgins
Brother - SGT Dan Figgins St Charles, IL EOW 4/9/05

November 11, 2007

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

VanDenBerghe
Manchester, Nh

November 5, 2007

well in about 2 more weeks you will have been gone for 2 years!!! how unbelieveable does that sound? well too bad it's true, VERY TRUE...so i hope alls well w/ everyone, sorry about your g'ma but @ least she's w/ u now right? i sometimes find myself laughing out loud as i think of the times we had, it's always nice to remember those times but it's also sad too because i know there will be no more...i just...i dunno, i just wonder what things would be like if u were still here...well i'm pretty sure some things would be different,actually i don't think some of those things woulda ever changed but nothing to be done about that now is it? anyways i miss u *STILL* it's like dang man he was just here & now...he's not! but that's life i guess, i'm just happy that i finally realized that there is life after . so how's everybody doin? good i hope. well ATL there's alot i could go on & on about but i won't, sometimes i wonder why even bother? it's not like u don't already know what i've got to say ;) well keep us all safe & outta trouble on halloween ok?!? loves***

me

October 29, 2007

hey courtney, just thinking next month makes two years that you had to leave us and we all still remember it as it was yesterday. As you know we miss you so much and your passing changed a lot of lives, nothing has been the same without you. You know we miss all those crazy stories you always had to tell. Not a day goes by that we don't think of you, now I see you were the one that kept everything going and all of us friends. I believe you helped keep us all sane, we miss and love you soooo much... Please help the family cope with Grandma Shirley, I know Corey and your Dad are having a hard time they just don't like to show it. I guess you two will be together soon, I know she can't wait just like the rest of us... We Love You So Much

cyrstal smith
sister-in-law

October 9, 2007

I guess that we could go on and on every day just to tell you how much we miss you, but I am sure that you can see how you affected all of our lives. I remember days just sitting at the bank and talking to you for hours like we were not at work. I miss those days, just being your friend. Everything was so simple then. I keep hoping that one day I will understand it all, but i know that I'm never going to. There are good ones and bad ones and you were one of the good ones. You always had a way of making me laugh. We had some good times together. I just wish that I would have never let people come between our friendship. I realize that in life there are only family and friends that you can count on and you always know who your real friends are. Like the ones that you have had since elementary school. I miss your voice. Seeing your face is a relief when I pull this up, but I want to hear your voice. Your words of advice, your laugh, to hear your stories. I want more than anything to tell you about my son. You never got to meet him, and boy is he silly. Who would have ever thought that my son would be silly? I miss you so much. As the years keep passing, it is suppose to get easier, but sometimes I just stop and still wonder was it all a dream. Then reality hits and you realize that you have to keep your memories going strong or you will not have anything left. I love you with all of my heart and I wish more than anything that you were still here. I know you can see me and are with me inmy dreams but I want to hold your hand and make sure that you knew how much you really meant to me.

me

October 1, 2007

Courtney, I still can't believe you are gone. I had only seen you a few times since high school. I didn't even know you were a police officer until your accident. That was such an admirable job to do. But, knowing you, you didn't become an officer to be admired. You did it because you were able to help people, like you always have, even if it was with just one of your wonderful smiles. Your smile alone, was enough to lift a person's spirits. I think about you alot. Your son is gorgeous and looks just like you. Continue to take care of your loved ones, the way you always have. Till we meet again...

Ginger

October 1, 2007

hey, i rode by "there" the other day. why? who knows why i do it?!? maybe it gives me a sense of peace, i dunno. but i hope everythings ok, i seen the last msg your mom left & i'm sure this is the hardest thing she's ever had to endure, but she's in my prayers. the Lord will continue to give her strength as long as she calls upon Him. i hope donovan is doing good, almost time for him to go to kindergarten huh? so when corey & crystal gonna tie the knot? hahahaha maybe before too much longer. well until next time_____________hugs

me

August 2, 2007

Courtney,words can't describe the emptiness/loniness I feel for you.There will be joy when we all can be together again.Today has been a bad day for me,missing you.Keep smiling down on us.. missing you,love mom

mom

July 27, 2007

hey there, i just wanted 2 say hello. everything here is hunky dorey i guess, i still miss u ALOT but i know u r n a much better place...loves*

me

July 13, 2007

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!!! WE ALL LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SOOOO MUCH....

CRYSTAL

June 17, 2007

hey courtney, just sitting here thinking about you and thought I would write a little. Sunday night we showed charles family your grave and the church where you wrecked and it was hard for your mama to see it but she is so proud of you and everything you accomplised in life. She was talking about how that job really matured you a whole lot I am telling you everyone misses you sooo much it is crazy. we all love you and keep watching over us...

crystal

May 30, 2007

Hi Courtney,I miss you so much!Today is special being national police officers day for those of you who lost their lives in the line of duty.Oh how proud you have made me feel.Each & every day i pray for understanding,grace & mercy,and oh what a wonderful God we serve.Without God I couldn't make it daily.Donovan is so much like you,he has your ways,energy,adventerous,its like having you all over again.Continue to be an angel over us.I'm looking foward to the day when we will all meet again. I Love You & Miss you
Love Mom

Teresa-Dickerson-Gaither
mom

May 15, 2007

just wanted to stop and say hi and your son was so hyper today it was unreal.. Corey finally got on him for once that zeke actually listened, normally zeke don't may co any mind. Corey said it was you all over again that you acted the same way when you were his age. He loves it when zeke is around though, he loves him like his own. we miss you soooo much!!!!!!

crystal

May 6, 2007

just wanted to say hey and miss ya....

crystal

April 22, 2007

I just seen that your web page was back up we didn't know what happen but we had an idea. I guess you seen the web page I started for you and thank that to shannon because she is the one who told me about it. I need your mom to help me add some things to it though. You know corey is not really in to this stuff. We miss you so much not a day goes by that we don't say something about you and usually something crazy you done or said, we had so many wonderful memories with and I just wish we could have had so many more but one day we will all meet you again in heaven. Everything changed when u passed we became closer as a whole we try to go to your dads as much as possible and see them. We have so much fun picking on Tony and DJ acts like you in a lot of ways and sam is just sam. It is very different without you but your death taught us so much about life and death... we know who our friends are now, I have a better relationship with the Lord, it brought the family together even closer, they say everything happens for a reason and I see it. Well, we love and miss ya sooooo much...

crystal smith
sister in law

April 21, 2007

happy easter in heaven...

me

April 7, 2007