Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace officer. You did your best. YOur association president made a wonderful statement regarding what you, and all police officers stand for. And, he justly placed the cause of you demise at the feet of the judges who freed that mutt.
When will the people of this country learn to respect our police? When will the punishment required be doled out?
There may come a point where no one will want to put themselves in Officer Birco's postiion..then woe are the citizens.

Det. Dom Cammarata
NYPD - Retired

August 17, 2006

My sympathies to the family of this Officer. I saw the video of the S.F Police Officers' Assn. The president, Mr. Gary Delagnes makes a great point in bringing the blame to the Judiciary. That is where the buck stops. According to Mr. Delagnes, these bad guys had been through the system, seemingly being released by these judges. He was angry and should be. This Officer was doing his job and died serving the people of San Francisco. Monday morning quarterbacking and blaming the deceased Officer for doing his job is a shame. I respect Mr. Delagnes for his courage to bring this to light. May this Officer rest in peace knowing someone is fighting for him as he did for the people of San Francisco.

John Villanueva, Ret. NYPD Detective
NYPD

August 17, 2006

Sir,
WE WILL NEVER FORGET...God Speed.

Detective
Ellisville Missouri Police Department

August 16, 2006

Hey Nick,
I recently posted a reflection the other night but I signed it anonymous friend. I was thinking people would wonder why I keep writing. But a good friend told me to do whatever I need to do to make myself feel better. At the moment writing the reflection feels like I am talking to you. I took the kids to the dentist today. And after their visit they get to pick a surprise from this wooden chest. Marco searched through the chest and found little rubber ducks. He found one with a cowboy outfit and then one with a fireman hat. He seemed determined to find something. Well he found one with a police uniform and his face lit up (like yours did). He said thats what I wanted I'm going to name it Ducky Officer Nick. I thought it was so cute. He put it on his bedside table. In a short time you touched my life and those of my children. I love you for that. I should not feel ashamed that I write here so much. It makes me feel better. Love you.

Claudia
friend

August 15, 2006

Nick,

I miss you.

Every day I think of you. Every time I go to the gym, I have you on my mind. I look to my left and don’t see you. I feel your energy and see your smiling face.

Thanks Nick for always being such a wonderful friend to me. Thanks for my new gym bag (I attached pictures of you and me to it) Thanks for all my workout gear. Thanks for all the gifts. Thanks for helping David and I move into the house. Thanks for walking me and the girls to our cars. Thanks for setting up my step. Thanks for letting me make fun of you all the time. Thanks for checking up on me if I took a nap in the car. Thanks for coming to dinner on Valentines Day. Thanks for ALWAYS talking, talking, and talking to me. Thanks for being such a role model to me, others and the community.

Thank you Nick for being a part of my life.

You have changed me.

I’ll never forget.

Fiona

August 15, 2006

In death there is beauty
We will sleep like angels
With the tranquility of innocence

Death will not conquer our love
As we are bounded by memories,
And our love will flourish

Death is our sadness
For I will long for your flesh,
But our journeys will not be far apart

Death is our sanctuary
From the woes of life;
In death we will find peace

Death brings us unwavering hope
For the time of resurrection;
In death we will find love eternal.

I read this poem and found some comfort in it, I really miss your smile and the way that nothing could ever bring me down when I was around you. People keep telling me that I should think about the good times, but I long for more. I can't help wonder what the future held for you. I recently found comfort in a mutual friend. We told stories about you and laughed. She told me about some of your cop stories and it was nice to hear how funny you were at work. You were truly one of a kind. I visit your grave frequently and there are times that I leave feeling like I really talked to you and other times I leave feeling so empty, You were such a great friend. I miss you so much.

anonymous
friend

August 14, 2006

Birco,

I keep thinking that when I return to work, I will never see you again...This just isn't real, I still see your smile so clearly, but it won't be in person- ever! You didn't have that smile when I said goodbye to you at St. Mary's, but I will never remember you like that- lifeless. You, out of anyone I've ever known, had all the "life" and energy a person could possibly have. You were a big teddy bear who effortlessly spoiled me like any big brother would. Although not by blood, I'm glad to have been your sister, Semper Fi. We thank your family for giving us, you. Love you!

bayview mids
sfpd

August 14, 2006

Dear Officer Birco:

Heros are always remembered, and thus, you will always be remembered by us. May your new assignment be filled with peace -- that which you worked so hard to bring to us while you were here on our streets.

Godspeed brother!

PO DJ Ostrem
Mattawan Police, Mattawan, Michigan

August 13, 2006

ON 07/26/06 I WITNESSED THE BAD GUYS STRIKE A MARKED PATROL VEHICLE. IT DIDN'T MATTER WHO WAS INSIDE, IT WAS A COP THAT NEEDED HELP. YOU RESPONDED TO OUR CALL BECAUSE A COP NEEDED HELP. WE HAVE AN UNWRITTEN MOTTO ON MIDS AT CO C..."IF ONE GOES, WE ALL GO." I CAN'T IMAGINE CALLING FOR ASSISTANCE AND YOU NOT ARRIVING ON SCENE WITH YOUR 36" BATON AT THE READY.

WE BEGAN AND EBDED OUR WATCHES SIDE BY SIDE- ME AT LOCKER #36 AND YOU AT #37. SOME HAVE QUESTIONED IF THERE IS A GOD, WHY WOULD HE TAKE NICK AWAY FROM US. I DON'T KNOW WHY NICK LEFT US, BUT WHO ELSE CAN I THANK FOR GIVING US SUCH A WONDERFUL HUMAN BEING, BUT GOD. LOVE YOU, BROTHER.

OFFICER DAVID G. CORREA #4210
SFPD BAYVIEW STATION

OFFICER DAVID G. CORREA
SFPD CO.C MIDS

August 11, 2006

Nick,
I miss you. Even though I didn't talk to you after I moved to NYC, I still heard about you from my mom and the whole 24 hour fitness group. I miss you and am thinking about you always. Jeff made you an amazing DVD. I'm glad you are in Heaven watching over us...but I still wish you were here on earth. I miss you and love you much much!
"And I know you're shining down on me from Heaven
Like so many friends we've lost along the way
And I know eventually we'll be together
One Sweet Day
Patiently I wait to see you in Heaven..."
-MC-
Love you and miss you Nick!

Danelle H.
24 Hour Fitness

August 10, 2006

Birco,

I turned my phone off to get sleep, you know how we all call each other late at night because those are the hours we work, craziness! Something told me to turn it back on, I did. As my eyes closed, the phone rang and rang, I hung it up, I just wanted sleep. Something told me to pick it up the next time, I did. I will never forget the exact words and sounds of Christine's voice telling me we lost you, my heart pounded clearly through my chest. Why you?! We all shared a bunch of laughs, I can positively say that you were a main contributor to those laughs and smiles! You were the only one I knew who could make politics and history interesting, haa! I am still in disbelief...and I still look for you to come walking into a room, ANY room. Miss you brother!

patty b., usmc
bayview mids

August 9, 2006

Thank You for your dedicated service and to a fellow Marine 'Semper Fi'. To the family I can only say that I hope your grief will be tempered with fond remembrance..

Correctional Guard Frank Chapman
Avenal State Prison, Calif.

August 8, 2006

Officer Birco, please know that your family in "blue" and your immediate family are in our prayers. We will pray that justice will come forth. Rest easy sir.

Friends of Larry R Cox EOW 4/21/05
Chillicothe Ohio Police Department

August 8, 2006

Rest in peace my brother officer. Thank you for your service and commitment to your country, you will never be forgotten. Semper Fidelis

POLICE OFFICER RENE SANCHEZ
BOSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT, BOSTON MA.

August 7, 2006

To the family of Nick Birco, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I only ask God that he take the pain away from losing a loved one. I know how it feels for I too lost my husband two years ago. Nothing will ever replace your son but it time the pain eases. You are in my thoughts and prayers always. May God give you strength to go on each day. I'm glad he was laid to rest next to my husband now they can watch over each other. Remember you will always have an angel in blue watching over you. He will never be forgoten.

Renata Espinoza wife
Isaac Espinoza EOW 4/10/04 Bayview

August 7, 2006

This is about the fourth time I have visited this site and while I respect and understand the need for the site, it is still hard to visit. Unfortunetly this is the second time within a short amount of years that it is to see a fellow SFPD Officer...Although I never had the privilige of serving directly with you Nick, I know I would have loved the chance...Your warm smile and great personality abounds form any photo of you I have seen ...always smiling...I with I could give you a great big hug...but I guess I'll have to wait until we 904 later...I love you too my Brother...You are in good company...Give Isaac my love...

Officer Sherry Hicks
San Francisco Police Dept.

August 7, 2006

My heartfelt prayers and condolences go out to the family, friends, and co-workers of Officer Birco. God Bless You All!

Nadine Charles
sister of Edward Odell Fite EOW 11/27/05

August 6, 2006

The Badge

It is polished and shiny and looks so fine.
Once you earn it you have to tow the line.
The minute you wear it upon your chest
it becomes a symbol that you are the best.
It means honesty, integrity, and fairness to all.
Your life is never your own, but at the publics call.
Night or day, any hour, it makes you a mark.
It doesn't protect you from a shot in the dark.
Over the years the shine starts to fade,
but brighter still is the man its made.
It is often what separates you from the crowd.
It is a second family of which you are proud.
So now comes your time, you can't be denied.
When you pin on your badge, wear it with pride
The minute you wear it upon your chest
it becomes a symbol that you are the best.

....unknown author

RIP Brother

St. John SO LA

August 6, 2006

Thoughts and prayers go out to the family and co-workers to this fine officer who has paid the ulitimate price in keeping thier community safe and protecting those they serve.


May he rest in peace

Douglas W. Bennett
Juvenile probation Officer
KY DJJ

Douglas W. Bennett
Ky Dept of Juvenile Justice

August 6, 2006

In May,06, with 30 other Police from DOWN UNDER we visited
Washington firstly for POLICE WEEK and then shown great hospitality by SFPD. This trip made me very aware of the
loss of heroes in your country.I have constantly visited this page. I wish to extend my condolences to all your police families and friends in their hours of need. May their grief be softened by the comfort of their POLICE friends around the world. GO FORWARD WITH THE FIGHT.

Retired-Australian police officer
New South Wales

August 6, 2006

While we did not know you, we are truly grateful for your dedication, mourning your death; never forgetting your sacrifice! Not to worry, dear friend, your brothers and sisters in blue will carry on your watch for you ~ may you rest in peace.

Daniel & LaWanda Ross
Citizens/Iowa

August 6, 2006

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER....

DEP. W. CULPEPPER
PORTSMOUTH S.O. (VA)

August 6, 2006

May you in rest in peace. Thank you for your service. I will say a pray for you,your family and fellow cops.

Officer RM Taylor
FCI Terminal Island

August 6, 2006

I never had the privilege of meeting Ofc Birco, but as a former Marine & current police officer myself, I know his character. Nick was and always will be a member of not one but two very special fraternities...the United States Marine Corps and the San Francisco Police Department.
When I graduated from boot camp I had one of my drill instructors tell me..."There will be wars and in war Marines will die, but as Marines you will live forever as the Corps carries on. Nick may be gone from our world, but everytime you hear the Marine Corps hymn or see an SFPD cruiser glide by on patrol....he's there with us.
From your extended family of brothers & sisters here in Michigan, God speed Nick!!
Semper Fi Brother

Cpl. Keith VanValkenburgh
Dearborn Heights Police Dept.

August 6, 2006

My prayers are with the friends and familly of Officer Nick-Tomasito Birco. Never let his memory fade.
Mike Bradford; Weymouth,Ma.

Invest. Mike Bradford (Ret)
Tallahassee Police

August 5, 2006