Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest easy we got it from here our brother.

RM Taylor Federal Officer
US DOJ

March 11, 2006

John;
It is with great sadness that I am typing this to you. I remember when you came to work with me at Lockheed in Barstow on army helicopters. I was a contractor and you were just getting out of the active army. I enjoyed working with you and recall ahving mant laughs with you as we fixed things. I remember your initial comments about joining the CHP and eventually becoming a motorcycle officer. So on the day I learned of your death I also learned that you had fullfilled your wish of becoming a motorcycle officer. I will pray for your family's future and your fellow officer's safety. I have lost another brother in the aviation community. I will always remember you my friend.
Scott Mehlhaff

Scott Mehlhaff
Lear Siegler Director of Maintenance Redstone Arsenal, Al

March 10, 2006

When you left for Iraq, John, we took a deep breath and held it. Your emails were so welcome; they gave us comfort to know you were okay. When you came home, we let that breath out, thinking we knew the danger you faced each day was nothing compared to the terrors you had already lived through overseas. Whatever air was left was kicked out of us when we heard the news of your death.

You will be sorely missed, and your family will remain in our prayers forever. We thank you for being such an exemplary example of service. We thank you for protecting us as a soldier of the US and of the CHP. Go in peace, rest, watch over us all.

Officer Todd Thibodeau and Wife
CHP

March 9, 2006

My husbands name is Gregory John and his birthday is on Feb 26th and he is a Sgt for LAPD. My biggest fear became real for your wife and family Greg. I am saying a prayer for their healing. Thank you for being there to protect us both at home and afar. We are all proud of your work. Peace to you and your family.

LAPD Wife

March 9, 2006

You are in my prayers.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
CHP

March 9, 2006

How heartbreaking-No words I say here will ease your heartache, but please know there are so many people that lift all of you up in prayer. May you find some comfort knowing that others care deeply and may God give you strength to get through this. You will never forget your loved one and I believe he watches over you - especially his wife and those children.
Rest in Peace officer Bailey thank you for your service in your efforts to help keep others safe.

Mother of officer John"Kevin" Lamm
EOW 1-1-98

March 9, 2006

ON BEHALF OF THE CHICAGO POLICE MEMORIAL FOUNDATION, WE WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE LOSS OF OFFICER BAILEY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL WHO KNEW HIM.

CHICAGO POLICE MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

March 9, 2006

May GOD bless your family and friends at this terrible time. Thank you for serving and protecting our country, Sir. Rest in peace.

Shirley Roberts
Aunt of Fallen Hero John Logan EOW-3-14-04

March 8, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. I only wish that I could take some of your family's pain away.

D. Haney
Glynn Co. P.D.
Brunswick, GA.

Police Officer 1 David E. Haney
Glynn County Police Dept.

March 8, 2006

John was an easy going guy whose smile always brighten my day. I could always count on john to turn me on to old country western c/d's I've never heard.
Your smile and your big heart will always be missed.

Well, your shift is complete now John, go rest in peace my friend.

Officer Gigi Volkoff
California Highway Patrol - Rancho Cucamonga

March 6, 2006

Rest In Peace - Brother, God Speed!

J.T. Atchely
Texas DPS - Texas Highway Patrol

March 6, 2006

While it is no consolation for your loss, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family and fellow officers of Officer Bailey

While I did not have the privilege to have known him personally, I am certain that he has found a place in heaven through his selfless service to those he swore to protect.

Rest in peace my friend; those of us who remain will cover your post on the thin blue line.

Officer Ryan McNeil
Medicine Lodge, KS Police Department

March 5, 2006

Our hearts break once again to read of yet another officer giving the supreme sacrifice in order to protect us. We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to Officer Bailey's wife, children, parents, siblings,CHP family and friends. We truly understand what you are going through and will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Thank you, Officer Bailey for your service to your community and to our country. You are a true hero in our eyes. There are only a chosen few who are deserving of the blue and gold and you were one of them. We know that our son was waiting in Heaven to meet you....get ready to ride the streets of gold with him as you continue to watch over us.

Mark and Cindy Distel
Parents of CHP Officer Shannon Distel EOW 08/27/03

March 5, 2006

Somebody killed a policeman today,
and part of america died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect will be buried at his side.
The suspect that shot him will stand in court with counsel demanding his rights.
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids, and spend many long lonely nights.
The beat that he walked was a battle field too, just as if he had gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation wont fly at half mast, to his name they will add a gold star.
Yes somebody killed a policeman today,
in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors, a cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street and he stands at each rookies side.
He answered the call
of himself gave his all
AND A PART OF AMERICA DIED.
Rest Easy Brother....

Albertville Police Department Albertville, Al

March 4, 2006

May St. Michael the Archangel accompany and guide his soul in heaven. May the Lord comfort family members in time of loss of a loved one. Amen.

LOM Catholic Ministry, Austin, Tx

March 4, 2006

Harriet Beecher Stowe wrote “The bitterest tears shed over graves are for words left unsaid and deeds left undone” This is so true but I also think of the many times you and your fellow officers have said “Please sign right here. This is not an admission of guilt,” when an offender was stopped. Because of this deed, no one will ever know how many lives you and your brother officers saved on a daily basis. You are in God’s hands now and I am sure he greeted you with loving arms and the words, “Well done my good and faithful servant."

Sherry Hampton- Sands
President MADD San Bernardino

March 4, 2006

Rest in Peace Brother. My deepest condolences to the Bailey Family and the CHP. You will not be forgotten. GOD'S SPEED!!

Motor Officer Ron Chacon
Los Angeles School Police Department

March 3, 2006

SFC Bailey, God Speed!
Thank you for your service to your country and community! You will be missed. I will never forget the 650 mile convoy through Iraq and the Senior level leadership you provided for your young soldiers. I knew that you were a man who would lead these soldiers with confidence, good level headed judgement, personal sacrafice, and a hell of a lot of integrity. Your name will be always with those that were in the arena, daring to be great. You are an American Patriot. Your children will live in the legacy of service you provided.
God Bless you Bailey Family for sharing him with us in combat he brought a lot of men through the experience for the better.

Dan Carlson
1/140 Aviation

March 3, 2006

With deepest regards and sympathy. Thank you for watching over those on the streets. It is our watch now.

Lexington Division of Police Recruit Class 22006.

Recruit McClanahan
Lexington Division of Police

March 3, 2006

Rest in peace brother. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and the California Highway Patrol.

Trooper
Florida Highway Patrol Troop G St. Augustine

March 3, 2006

My entire family would like to express their condolences to the family of officer Gregory John Bailey. No doubt Greg was taken too soon, but I am sure he served with integrity, honor, and professionalism, which you should all be proud of. Every officer here will fight for freedom and justice in Greg's honor and the honor of all those who fell before him. RIP brother Greg.

Officer L. Bailey, #5303
Carlsbad Police Department, CA.

March 3, 2006

God Bless.

Provincial Constable
Ontario Provincial Police

March 3, 2006

Oh God, may your peace the passes all understanding and love which is uncomparable, be with my brothers family and his Law Enforcement family during these difficult times.

Deputy Daniel Rivera
Osceola County Sheriff's Office

March 3, 2006

Policeman's 23rd Psalm

The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want,
His comforting hand reduces fear to naught;
He makes me walk through streets of crime,
But He gives me courage and peace of mind.

He leads me by still waters in the path I trod,
And He says in Romans I'm a "minister of God,"
He leads me in righteousness as He restores my soul,
For His name's sake He keeps me whole.

When I walk through death's valley, right up to the door,
I will fear no evil, for He comforts me more;
For Thou art with me every step of the way,
As thy rod and thy staff protect me each day.

He prepares a table, especially for me,
As I work daily among life's enemies;
He gives me authority to uphold the law,
And He anoints my position in the midst of it all.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me,
Each day of my life through eternity;
As I long to hear Him say, "Well done...,"
When I lay down my life, my badge, and my gun.

Author Unknown

P.O. Chris Welby
Bridgeton, Mo PD

March 3, 2006

My deepest sympathys to the family of John (Greg) Bailey. Fellow 1987 graduating classmates of Catoctin High, Shelley and I recall Greg's fun personality. We are thankful for Greg's service to his community and the country. May the Lord bless the Bailey family and all of those touched by John (Greg) Bailey.

Blaine Young

March 3, 2006