Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Darden,

Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice. As law enforcement officers we put our lives on the line everyday, and although there are many dangers out there, we push forward with pride.

I don't know all of the circumstances surrounding this tragic and freak accident, but I hope that all of the details become known and that the end result brings peace to your family and last but not least, may your soul rest in peace!!

CONNIE L. STEPHENS
US IMMIGRATION & CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT SERVICE

October 9, 2006

God Bless you my friend. May the lord watch over your soul and your family for eternity. Thank you for helping me when I needed it the most. I'll never forget you.

Detective
NPD, Co-Worker

September 21, 2006

To the family and loved ones of Officer Seneca Darden and his fellow officers with the Norfolk Police Department:

On behalf of our family, I want to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Officer Darden died in the line of duty. His valor and courage will never be forgotten.

In reading the loving reflections left by family and friends, it is obvious that Seneca was an amazing young man who touched many lives in a positive way. I can see that he is so loved and so missed by so many.

The circumstances of his death were heart breaking and I know caused much anquish for all those affected.

May Seneca's spirit continue to soar and his memory continue to inspire. May God hold Seneca and his family in the warmest part of his heart and the most gentle part of his soul.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Seneca gave to his community and the citizens of Virginia, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on May 21, 2006.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater of the Pittsburg, Ca PD epw 4/24/05

September 20, 2006

Thank you for your service.Rest in peace.

LT.J. Gasaway
Lee County Sheriff's Office (FL)

September 16, 2006

Sir, I honor your service and your sacrifice. "Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9.

Daniel
Citizen

August 29, 2006

Sen,
Today marks three months since your horrific death. I miss you so much, and I want you to know that you are no where near forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as we try to finish where you left off!

August 21, 2006

Thank you for your time, heart and courage young man. May the Lord watch over you forever.

P.O. TD

July 29, 2006

Im so sorry for the loss my heart does go out to the family!!! but also to the other officer involved i cant imagine how he must feel! but none the less it was an accident! my heart goes out to all involved! May everyone find peace in their hearts to help them through this horrific time

ke

July 28, 2006

I met Seneca when i got accepted at Norfolk Police Department in March of 2003. We were in the same academy class. I noticed he was quite and not taking breaks with the class. So on one of the breaks I went up to his seat facing him and said I'm Swenson, what's up you dont want to talk to anyone? He smiled and said I am trying to stay out of trouble. I shut his notebook with a smile and said you gonna take a break cause I am gonna walk up here and get you. We smiled and we've been like brother and sister ever since that day. We loved to joke and laugh til we cried. He loved his daughter who is a sweety. She was so lucky to have such a loving father. He was great and kind. He was a young man who was mature and established alot for his age and I admired him for that. I loved him dearly and he will be missed.

Police Officer II CR Swenson
Friend and co-worker

July 21, 2006

RIP Seneca we miss you!

Kj
Brins Cousin

July 17, 2006

Peace be with you always...

Mrs. Natalie Jensen
wife of Detective Jared Jensen EOW 2/22/06

July 15, 2006

Rest easy brother

Fairfax County Dispatcher

July 14, 2006

Through the years I have had the honor and pleasure to work with men and women who have amazed me with their phenomenal acts of bravery. When other ran away, they charged forward. When others reached out for safety, they offered a helping hand. When others cried out, they responded with a soothing voice.
Tragically, a number of them died...but in doing so they have taught all of us how to live.

With their service and sacrifices they have defined the word “HERO”

Sergeant
Norfolk Police Department

July 9, 2006

HEROES LIVE FOREVER

Dispatcher
Fairfax County Police

July 8, 2006

Seneca, this is a very unexpected situation to deal with. We've known each other since middle school since the earlier 1990's. I enjoyed all the good times we spent together playing sports, or just talking among friends. You always extended your helping hands to anyone that needed it. I'll never forget the great person that you were here on God's earth. Brin, Mariah, Roaxanne, and every individual that hurts from your lost will be in my prayers.

Your true friend,

Rod

Ofr R T. Person
Emporia Police Dept/Friend

July 8, 2006

Thank you for your service.

Ofc. s.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

June 28, 2006

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Everytime I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Officer Darden, especially to his wife. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should 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. You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the news reports and all the reflections left for Seneca, he sounds like he was a great man with 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 Seneca's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Seneca's life was about so much more than the way he died. Seneca will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Officer Darden, 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"

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

June 25, 2006

My deepest sympathy to Officer Seneca Darden and his entire family. Another young successful life has been lost but definitely not forgotten. May the angels continue to sing as you find peace in Eternal Rest. God makes no mistakes. You are indeed a Hero. To his young daughter and wife.. May God continue to bless you all, and give you the strength to make it through while you mourn the lost of a very fine young man, who I'm sure made a difference and touched a lot of lives. May the angels continue to wrap their wings around you and comfort you in this great time of need. He is my Brother in Blue. I will always keep him close to my heart and you in my prayers. Rest in Peace Seneca you will always be loved. Your Blewangel in Jersey.

Officer T. Frizzelle
East Orange Police Dept.

June 14, 2006

May you rest in peace Ofc. Darden. God bless you and your family. We know you are watching over all of us out there.

Ofc. T.Patterson
Bedminster Twp. P.D. NJ

June 12, 2006

REST IN PEACE....

OFFICER STAN SPEAKS BADGE#2164
CITY OF COLUMBUS OH POLICE DEPT

June 11, 2006

Sen
You were more like a son to me than a nephew and I'm having a hard time accepting this. I just want you to know that I'm really proud of the man that you turned out to be. Also know that I will not rest until the truth come out.

You will always be remebered
Tim

Tim Darden
Uncle of Officer Seneca Darden

June 10, 2006

Seneca,

We really are going to miss you.I remember when you came
to our church and we prayed 4 you and you told us stories
about being a police officer and how much you loved it.We
love you very much and we always will.We know that you're
in a better place.
Love,
Danielle and Alexis

Danny and Lexie
cousin

June 10, 2006

I salute my fallen brother. I grieve with his family. I feel the loss as his department does. I pray for his loved ones, left without a husband, a father, a son. I'm proud of his ultimate sacrifice, given not willingly, yet given in a manner that only those of us who choose this profession can understand. None of us hope we go in the line of duty, yet daily we propel ourselves into situations in which this may easily happen. May God bless you Officer Darden, for choosing to be one of the selfless few, to put others before you, before your family, for a set of principles, a code of honor, that we all choose to live by in our own way. Carry on Norfolk P.D. It's what we do. Honor our fallen comrade by donning that uniform proudly, and serve what it stands for in his honor.

Officer Vincent A. Archuleta
Metropolitan Nashville Police Department

June 9, 2006

This reflection is for Brindle and family.
You all are in my prayers and God will continue to bless you and he will give you strength in this weak hour. Always trust in God and know that if no one else, He is always with you. God Bless all. Rest in Peace Seneca.

Nia Bellamy - no rank
know Brindle Darden - wife

June 8, 2006

WORDS CANNOT EXPLAIN THE WAY I FEEL WHEN YOU HEAR OF A FALLEN BROTHER. MY PRAYS GOES TO THE FAMILY,FRIENDS AND THE NORFOLK POLICE DEPT,,,A TRUE HERO,,NEVER FORGOTTEN

OFC.J.L."PEPE'"HERNANDEZ
ALBUQUERQUE POLICE DEPT.(NM)

June 6, 2006