Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Maryellen
As Police week approaches I wanted to let you know that you and your family are still in my thoughts and prayers. I will never forget you and the children. You are such a strong lady and hope you continue to stay strong as you approach 2 years. I seem to have lost your e-mail address and hope you still have mine. I will continue to pray for you and your family and still visit our hero's site.

Mark Fedder
Indiana State FOP / Mishawaka Police Dept.

February 18, 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 © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

February 18, 2008

PAUL, NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT MY HUSBAND DOES NOT THINK OF YOU AND WISH HE COULD HAVE DONE MORE, HE IS HAVING SOME REAL TUFF ISSUES, BUT WE DO KNOW YOU ARE RESTING IN PEACE AND YOUR FAMILY AT MSP IS SUCH A GREAT FAMILY TO YOU AND YOURS!! RIP AND GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR HUGE EXTENDED FAMILY AT MSP

ALLYSON CHEMELOWSKI

chem

February 15, 2008

Thank you Brother for been with me and with Jack and Jackie(Kennedy) in Boston.It is so nice to go to those places you love like the State Police Marine Unit,the Cape,Marthas Vineyards,New Port,Boston Harbor,New York,The Kennedy Compound,the Cape Cod Canal,logan Airport,Franklin,Maine.I love to go see the Ships passing by Boston.I always have fan with you guys...How come Boston is so amazing?How come you guys are so amazing???God gave me a Greate treasure:Living with you in Boston.I love you guys very much;I will never forget you...I love to take our Big Friend Train with you and go to Glocester and to Rockport just to see Mr.Ocean because we love him so much.Remember when we went to New Port and we took a beautifull Boat to rose Island on Jackie's Birthday.That was so Greate wasn't it.Thank you for teaching me how to love mr. Ocean and how to love all those places you love.Remember when we flew to Hyanis to celebrate John Junior's Birthday,we did have so much fan tha day...I've been so blessed in Boston.We love you Boston,you are the Fields of Dreans...
Your Brother Antonio.

Clerk -Antonio Debem
Your brother from St.Mark's

January 10, 2008

I just wanted to leave a note wishing your wife and children the best of luck for the new year.
I would also like to remind them that they are, and will always be in the prayers of your brother
and sister Massachusetts State Troopers. It is an honor to don the same uniform that you wore, and may God continue to watch over your family.

Trooper M.J. O'Neil
Massachusetts State Police

January 1, 2008

As we end 2007 and start a new year Paul, you are in every thought.The kids and I carry forward as I know you need us to,and we are greatly comforted and sustained by the love of friends and family. You live on through our beautiful 7 children Paul, and I truly see a part of you in each of them. From your beautiful blue eyes, your strength and kindness, your laugh, and your endless capacity for love and tolerance of everyone - it's all the goodness of you all wrapped up in them, and they are an incredible legacy;a tribute to your life so well lived. It's my honor to care for our family Paul, and I rely on you to help me, like always. We miss you deeply Paul, and love you always. Wherever we go and wherever we are, you are with us also. With all my love - forever,for always and no matter what, Maryellen

Maryellen Barry
wife

December 31, 2007

You know brother:I remembered you this Christmas.I was at mass on Christmas eve and I saw a young couple with their kids.They seemed to be so happy together,like you and your beautifull family used to be.
Santa brought nice gifts to your kids,but the most importante is to know that their father is a great guy who loved his job and was totally devoted to his family.
They will never forget you...
Merry Christmas brother.
I still going to St Marks every Sunday.Thank you for a very special gift...

Clerk -Antonio Debem
Your brother from St.Mark's

December 28, 2007

Merry Christmas Bub, you were sadly missed by everyone last nite,Christmas Eve ....there is a big hole in everything we do together...the kids enjoyed being together.....but the all surely miss you always....Love you Mum......

Eleanor Barry
Mother

December 25, 2007

R.I.P Fallen Hero.

Officer R Carey
MA DMH Police

December 11, 2007

Trooper- Just thinking of you and your family during the holiday season. May God continue to watch over them.

Fellow Trooper
Troop H

Tpr
MSP

November 27, 2007

Paul, I just wanted to let you know that you're not forgoten and you are in my thoughts and prayers. Its pretty close to a year since I rode in your memory. It still chokes me up the day I met your family.I have fond memories of the day and will never forget!!!I only strive to be as good a father as you someday when I may, God willing have children of my own. Take care my friend, take care.

Deputy
York County Sheriff's Office

November 26, 2007

Paul we just returned home from "our" Nick's 13th birthday...your first teenager...he was so cute and the 12 kids had a great day together...one of these days I am going to record them all leaving each other...there are more hugs n kisses from 12 grandkids and now 7 adults....
we miss you so when we get together and always will....what a great message Antonio Debem left after joining St Marks church and Father Finn had him in for tea...see honey, your still reaching out..isnt it amazing? I love you pal and will miss you every day of my life.....Mum

Eleanor Barry
mother

November 25, 2007

I wanna thank you Brother Barry because after you leave this life,I was praing for you and for your kids and your beautifull wife when you sent me a message to become a member of your beautifull church in Dorchester.I whent to visit the church and I was greeted very well for father Finn and he invited me to have a cup of tea and at the table I could share with the parishioners and father Finn why I came to your church.They were very impressed by what I said and I felt in love with your church brother.Now I go to mass every Sunday and participate to the meetings and help the comunity.I also found bealtifull friends there.I live in Brighton but I'm very proud of going to our church every Sunday.Thank you for a beautifull message brother.I still praing for you and your family and I remember you every day brother.Thank you very much.
Fill not your hearts with pain and sorrow,but
remember me in every tomorrow.Remember the joy,the
laughter,the smiles.I've only gone to rest for a
while.Although my leaving causes pain and grief,my
going has eased my hurt and given me relief.So dry
your eyes and remember me,not as I am but as I
used to be.Because,I will remember you all and look
on with a smile.Understand in your hearts,I've only
gone to rest a while.As long as I have the love of
you,I can live my life in the hearts of all of you.

Antonio Debem

Clerk - Antonio Debem
A friend from St.Mark's Church

November 14, 2007

I happened to stumble acroos Trooper Barry's memorial and jsut want to say to his family you are in my thoughts and prayers!

A Deputy somewhere

November 9, 2007

When you were born, you were crying
And everyone around you was smiling.
You lived your life so that when you died,
You're the one who is smiling and everyone around you is crying.

To my brother and friend, I will miss you always.

Sister

September 10, 2007

Our first day of school comes to a close Paul - I know how proud you are of our beautiful children, as I am. They are all the good things of us Paul, all rolled up in 7 very unique and amazing people. They will grow and go forward in the world Paul, and do all good things, all because you were ever here. We missed you more than I can ever say on this second birthday without you here. The passage of time has only made it harder to go on without you - I know you try to send us all your love and strength, and the children and I will continue to go forward, and honor you always. We are so fortunate to have the sustaining love and presence of family and friends - I am forever grateful for all the blessings you and I receive. Know always how deeply you are missed and loved. Rest easy my beloved husband. I promise you I will see us through. Forever, for always, and no matter what - With all my love, Maryellen

Maryellen Barry
wife

August 28, 2007

I was using Google to find something that would help me convey my feelings of how my in-laws are an inspiration to me as I create a homemade anniversary card for them and Trooper Paul Francis Barry's memorial site was one of the first listed. I was about to skim over it and go to the next site, but as I realized it was a memorial site- I stopped and took the time to read ALL of the loving and emotional messages. So, here I am, someone in upstate New York who hasn't even been to Massachusetts- sitting at her computer at 10:33 pm - saying a prayer for this fine man - who based on all I read, was a wonderful son, brother, husband, and father. My prayers tonight go out to Trooper Barry and to all of you in his family. God Bless you ALL!

Tricia Kuntz
No one important in Upstate NY

August 27, 2007

Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthdat dear Paul
Happy Birthday to you.......Remember the paper towel streamers in the reception hall n kitchen and the chicken wings n rice dinners, we do....Love you more ........Mum n Dad Ed and Mary!

Mum n Dad Brother n Sister

August 26, 2007

Paul..... 41 years ago tonight I was packing my bag to go to the hospital to deliver my second child....left your big brother of 18 months with hopes of a baby soon....and you arrived on August 26th a little frail but a fighter and after a time the three of us went to the hospital and picked you up to take you home to a wonderful and happy life and in 3 years we added your sister... where you grew and became one great guy that we all loved and respected more than you ever.. knew.... or maybe you did....you are missed each and every day of our lives and we love you as much as we did then...take care my son and watch over all of your babies the best you can... they are a credit to you and Maryellen....Love you Bub, Mum and Dad Edward and Mary

Mother

August 25, 2007

Rest in peace, Trooper.

Off. Brian D. Bell
Mass. DMH Police

July 10, 2007

A Wonderful Husband, Father and Friend...............
Paul....as your first anniversary has past, we all take special time to reflect on what the true meaning of "human being" is and how you truly exemplified its definition.

As you watch from heaven above, it comforts me to know that you continue to see the beautiful and loving person your wife, Maryellen, truly is and how deeply and unconditionally she loves you...always....and your seven blessings that fill her heart with joy every day. The love that they all fill their hearts with of their cherised memories and time with you overflows their hearts and will always be plentiful....because the short time they had with you was so meaningful. Please know that we are here, today - tomorrow - and always to help your family in any way they need it.

Not a day passes that I don't think of you, Maryellen and your seven wonderful children. Thank you for sharing your beautiful wife and seven wonderful children with us. May you continue to Rest In Peace, Paul.

Nancy Doherty
Friend

June 20, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this first anniversary of your EOW. I know the pain they have felt over the past year, especially your parents as there is no greater loss than to lose a child. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones, protect them from harm and let them feel your presence around them. Also, keep watch over those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You have not been forgotten.

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

June 15, 2007

One year has passed since the Commonwealth lost a fine man due to a tragic accident. Though you have physically left this world, I know you are still with you family, watching over them and giving them guidance.

God Bless and may you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

June 15, 2007

The family and friends of Trooper Barry will be in my prayers. The first anniversary is always the hardest. Surround yourself with the ones you love and they will help you through. God bless

Melissa
wife of a deputy

June 15, 2007

Sleep safe until the chain links again. May G-d bless those you love and those who love you.

June 15, 2007