Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Semper Fi

State Trooper D Osborne K-9 Coco
Tennessee Highway Patrol

January 12, 2006

mat god bless the family and fellow officiers.

dep.hummell
fairfield co s-o lancaster,ohio

January 12, 2006

Your family is in my prayers and all of Officer May's Coworkers. I know first hand what a loss like this can do to a department.
Stay close to God and he will carry you through.

Wife of Oklahoma City Officer

January 12, 2006

When we lose one of our Peacekeepers, a part of America dies. Thank you, Officer May, for keeping US safe. Godspeed.

LISA
Georgia Civilian

January 12, 2006

Semper Fi devil dog, we have the watch now.

Deputy Sheriff
San Bernardino Sheriff's Dept., CA

January 12, 2006

Rest easy brother.
SEMPER FIDELIS

Cpl Tindal Military Police/K-9 Handler
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS

January 12, 2006

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Richard May, and the East Palo Alto P.D. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Officer May, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

January 12, 2006

As the anniversary of my late fiancé's EOW passes it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to start off the new year without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Officer May, especially to his wife. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. If you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me.

From reading all the reflections left for Richard, he sounds like he was a great man and a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Richard's life and the MAN that he was. His life was about so much more than the way he died. Remember that "Wherever a beautiful soul has been ... there is a trail of beautiful memories." Richard will live on in those memories.

Officer May, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been three years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"
http://inlovingmemoryof.us/DennisMcElderry

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancée of Deputy Sheriff Dennis Ray McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

January 12, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. May you be brought comfort and peace.

Officer May,
Thank you for being a HERO. Rest in Peace.

RAA #1354
ESCONDIDO PD

January 12, 2006

I met Richard May for the first time in May of 2002 when he and his family came to Tucson for the wedding of our eldest daughter, Wendy, to Richard's best friend, Michael Nielsen. Mike and Rich had been friends since the seventh grade, so Mike asked Rich to be in the wedding party. As a parent of three daughters, I was immediately drawn to the May family and their three lovely daughters.

As a mother, I was so impressed by the warmth and wonderful manners that Rich displayed. It was a pleasure to be in his company and his smile was so engaging. He seemed to be a great husband and father and I regret that our family will never see him again. He played an important role in our family's history and we shall never forget Rich, Diana, or their daughters.

Heartfelt condolences, The Beals Family

Laurie Beals
Fort Collins, CO

January 11, 2006

May you rest in peace brother, you have served your Country and your Community with honor leaving your mark on this greatful Nation!

I may not have known you but I feel the need to pay my respects to you as a fellow Marine and to your family for making you the man that you are!

You will be missed!

RUIZ

LCPL Ruiz
Marines

January 11, 2006

Officer May, may you rest in peace up above in heaven. Jan. 7, 2006 was your calling to our heavenly father. You will always be remembered as our hero and you will never be forgotten. Thank you for your services here on earth and you have made this earth a better place for our children, for that I thank you. You have given the ultimate sacrifice for that I thank you. I cannot express enough my gratitude and sincerity for all you've done, but I know it has given a purpose to continue serving the citizens of California. God speed and Semper Fi!

Officer
California Highway Patrol

January 11, 2006

Lord,
He was yours to give,
and yours to call home,
please stand by his brothers,
so they don't feel alone,
dry the tears of his family,
so they clearly see:
that he gave his all,
so all could have peace.
Blessed are they,
the children of God,
with heavy hearts,
and honor they trod,
to pay their respects,
to give their salute,
and to ask for your mercy,
on heroes in Blue.
Amen.

Richard, rest easy brother, we have the watch.

Mesquite, TX

January 11, 2006

Our hearts break with you. I am so sorry for the loss of Officer May. Your extended Law Enforcement family grieves with you. Officer May's family, coworkers and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for doing a sometimes thankless job that few have the courage to endure.

Dispatcher
Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office

January 11, 2006

MAY GOD BLESS THE FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND COWORKERS OF OFFICER MAY. MY BROTHER, MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. A HERO FOR SURE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

January 11, 2006

You served this great country as a U.S. Marine, you successfully completed the toughest bootcamp in the world. You walked the streets and protected the citizens of your wonderful community and you faced dangers everyday with the fearless pride of the officer you became. You were then shown appreciation by being in the sights of a worthless coward whose only bravery was to run, just as he would if placed in the position of our Marines and Soldiers today. Thank you Officer May for the sacrifice that you gave and thank you to the family for the support that you gave Richard while he performed the duties of a Police Officer "a job that we officers all love". Semper Fi Marine, This Fire Watch is complete your family will always be taken care of in you remberance.

Just another Former Marine and Deputy Sheriff.

WCSO Tn.

January 11, 2006

Sorry for your loss, may you rest in peace.

Detective Skystone Lambert
Santa Monica Police Dept.

January 11, 2006

Not even one full week into 2006 and already 4 officers have lost their lives in the line of duty. I am so sorry Officer May that this has happened to you, there is no rhyme or reason for all the violence out there and your loosing your life. You paid the ultimate price for your choosen profession and you are a HERO. There are no words I can pass on to your family or co-workers except that all of you are in the hearts and prayers of people all over the world. May God give all those left here that mourn your loss comfort and peace. Peace will come in time but you will Never be Forgotten!!

Larie Minnery
Mother of officer John Kevin Lamm EOW 1-1-98

January 11, 2006

To Family and Friends of Officer May.
Our prayers or with you. May your love one rest in peace and may God give you the strength to face the difficult times ahead.
D Jones
Mother of Officer Ron Jones
EOW 12/26/01

January 11, 2006

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.. REST IN PEACE BROTHER, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!

SGT. DANIEL ABRAHAMSON
OSCEOLA COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE

January 11, 2006

We are deeply saddened by this senseless murder. May the ruthless criminal responsible be brought to justice and sentenced to the most severe penalty. You are a true hero who made the ultimate sacrifice. The memory of your service, heroism and sacrifice will remain forever. May God bless you, your family and brother/sister officers.

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

January 11, 2006

Rest in peace brother...

Patrolman

January 11, 2006

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

January 11, 2006

Blessed are the peacemakers,for they shall be called the sons of God.
Matthew 5:9

Your family are in our prayers
Remember Jesus said " Low i am with you always even until the end of the world "

Deputy Jeff Eschbaugh
G.C.S.O.

January 11, 2006

You bravery will never be forgotten. From you English colleagues.

The Policeman stood and faced his 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 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 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 times, 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 silence all around the throne where the saints often trod.
As the Policeman waited quietly
for the judgement of his God.

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

PC Dave STUBBS
Staffordshire Police, England

January 11, 2006