Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My son,

I just returned from the National Memorial in DC where I saw so many come to your name. There were many that came and hugged, kissed, knelt, and prayed at this solemn yet honorable event. I have cried with many a father, mother, and wife over their loss as well. I wept each day while there thinking of how much you are missed as I saw so many reminders of the man you are. Your wife, Vicki, is so strong having to endure this tragedy and we are so proud of her. Your sister, Christina, now on patrol in the county, reminds us of her continued looking up to you for the brother and deputy you were. And of course your mother, Anna, what a remarkable ladie she is. Although this has been the most difficult time we could bear, our Lord has sustained us to continue on. Know that you are constantly on our minds because of the love we have for you. You have entered into that sweet rest you so deserved and as each day passes, we truly count as a blessing-a day closer to being with you again in that sweet rest. Our agency has come around all of us and surrounded us with love and consolation because of you. They have made us so proud by their continued honor of DFC Michael Callin!!!! I love you my son! Bye for now!!

Master Deputy David callin
Father

May 21, 2007

Mike, when I think of you I always think about watching as you and Jimmy sat at his kitchen table joking and laughing. Jimmy misses you everyday, he misses fishing and playing Golf with you, he hasn't been fishing since you have been gone. He said just the other day he picked up his phone to call you and then realized that you were not going to answer anymore.He is doing well, he has been transferred to the Detective Division, Property Investigations. We all miss you, you are now, have been and always will be a hero who will always be missed and remembered, God bless you

Commander Ken Gregory
Orange County Sheriff's Office

April 20, 2007

Mike,

In your honor I will be riding from NJ to Washington DC on my bicycle. I am riding with the Police Unity Tour. I have never met you, but I will always honor and remember.

Ptlm John Timchak
Montclair PD NJ

Ptlm John Timchak
Montclair PD NJ

April 20, 2007

Anna, David, Christina, Vicki, and family:

Although miles separate us, know that our love and support is steadfast. Forever missing Michael...

Cousin,
Selina

Cousin

April 10, 2007

REST IN PEACE MY "BROTHER"

RET. P/O LUIS A MENDEZ
NEWARK POLICE DEPT.

March 22, 2007

Hey Big Mike,
I still think about you all the time and constantly smile at all the bad jokes you told me :) You always tried your best to help me laugh and kept my spirits up during my illness. You'll always be a special part of my heart. I'll see you again one day!!

Gentry
friend of Mike and Vicki

March 12, 2007

I wrote this for Mike and all the others that have died protecting us. I know Mike, only briefly and could tell what a great person he truly is/was. We miss you Mike.

Our everyday sacrifice…

Everyday we wake up to protect you.
Yet everyday we are scrutinized for it…
Everyday we see and deal with things that would break a weaker person…
We managed to keep going, knowing that what we do
is slowly de-humanizes us..
Emotions are no longer valid, laughter is now seen as some twisted joke,
Everyday it’s taking its harsh toll on our minds, our bodies and most of all
the people we love.
Making us rough around the edges,
but then everyday little kids come up to us and genuinely smiles, so innocent to what’s out there.
Then all of sudden our jobs are worth it all.
Making us forget how many bodies we have counted, or how many times we have been kicked, punched, or spit on.
Everyday one of us gives you our lives,
leaving behind our wives, husbands, children, our mama, our daddies, brothers and sisters.
While we line up in rows standing at attention and setting Doves free to mourn our loss, while we watch an unexpecting family cry with their heads in their hands, not understanding why…
You make a scene for the Punk who took another person who pledged for your life…
A person who without ever meeting you,
never once thought to care about the consequences of what our badges ask of us.
A person who everyday makes that sacrifice and only thinking of that little difference that she/he can make, or that one life they can save…
This is our everyday sacrifice.

Officer D. McCune
Orange County

March 7, 2007

HEY MIKE, JUST THING ABOUT YOU TODAY, AND YES WE ALL STILL MISS YOU VERY MUCH. YOUR SIDE KICK BEN STARTS MOTORS SCHOOL NEXT WEEK, KEEP AND EYE ON HIM, WE NEED HIM BACK TO WORK AFTER HE GETS DONE...LOL.

CPL. A. BRISINTE
ORANGE CO. SO.

March 5, 2007

Mike,

Thank you for always sharing your heart with others. Your love for Jesus, your family and friends was portrayed everyday. I try to live by your example and call my close friends and family more and to enjoy life to the fullest. Thank you for showing me love and how to truly live by faith. I love you Mike. Happy Valentine's Day.

Valerie Madden
sister-in-law

February 14, 2007

Michael, you're not only my husband but my best friend. While you were here with me, you were constantly making me proud. Even though you are no longer here, you are still making me so proud. I have met so many people that knew you. I have heard so many amazing stories of how you helped others out. Thank you for being the kind of man I was proud to be married to and the kind of person we can all strive to be. Thank you for teaching me so many things. Thank you for loving me. I will always love you.

Vicki Callin
Wife

January 28, 2007

ITS SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY I WAS LAUGHING AT YOUR JOKES IN MY NEW HIRE ARS/MDS CLASS. YOU WERE TRULY A CLASS ACT AND A GREAT GUY. WHAT A GREAT ADDITION YOU WERE TO THE AGENCY AND WHAT A PLEASURE KNOWING YOU. YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL. GOD BLESS....

DFC DON COMPTON
ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE

January 22, 2007

Though I never had the pleasure of meeting Michael Callin, I was recently blessed with the meeting of his wife, Victoria.
Michael, may you be at peace in the knowledge that, Vickie is an amazing woman...as if you didn't already know this. In the very short time that I have known her, it's obvious to me that,she is a very strong and very kind person. I know that you would be very proud of her. I have never lived through this kind of pain before, but I hope to play a small part, in helping Vickie to heal.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Martha Schiffer

January 21, 2007

Thinking of you and your family. I pray that God has put a gentle hand on your family and is guiding them through their grief.

Deputy Ashley Koester
Widow of Lake Co Deputy Wayne Koester, EOW 02-09-05

January 17, 2007

I miss you Mike. A lot.
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Alex
cousin

January 14, 2007

--"If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded." -- Maya Angelou

Aloha Deputy Sheriff Michael Callin,
Thank you for your service and dedication to your community and your country. You and all officers that continue to lay your lives on the line and pay the ultimate sacrifice to keep our communities and country safe, will NEVER be forgotten.

I personally pledge, (after one of Hawaii's own, Honolulu Police Officer Steve Favela, lost his life in the line of duty protecting our Commander in Chief, President George W. Bush), to become a continuum of the ODMP light. That light is in the form of an ODMP tribute. People from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, religion, profession, education, and geographical location can share here. That "LIGHT" comes from within the heart and soul of every person who cares to share a word or two on behalf of each and every fallen officer. Every fallen officer is an hero. The ODMP; Officer Down Memorial Page gives us a place to come together and share our feelings as one family. May we find comfort as we give comfort to the families who have lost a loved one.

As we say in Hawaii, “We are`Ohana.” We are family. God Bless this fallen hero. May we embrace him as one of our own family member; our `Ohana. No one will ever be able to replace you for you were unique and very special. No one; not in this lifetime. May God allow you to rest in His Divine peace.

Deputy Sheriff Michael Callin, I wish you, your loved ones, your fellow officers, and friends, peace and love beyond all understanding.

--- May this Hawaiian prayer give all those who read it comfort. ---

THE PEACE OF " I "
KA MALUHIA O KA "I"

Peace be with you, All My Peace,
O ka Maluhia no me oe, Ku'u Maluhia a pau loa,

The Peace that is " I ", the Peace that is "I am".
Ka Maluhia o ka "I", owau no ka Maluhia,

The Peace for always, now and forever and evermore.
Ka Maluhia no na wa a pau, no ke'ia wa a mau a mau loa aku.

My Peace " I " give to you, My Peace " I " leave with you,
Ha'awi aku wau I ku'u Maluhia ia oe, waiho aku wau I ku'u Maluhia me oe,

Not the world's Peace, but, only My Peace,
The Peace of " I ".

A'ole ka Maluhia o ke ao aka, ka'u Maluhia wale no,
Ka Maluhia o ka "I".

Moana V.C. Molale (Private Citizen)
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii

January 11, 2007

My thoughts and love go out to the parents, wife and sister of Michael. I share your pain. Know that I grieve with you daily. My deepest heartfelt sympathy, Susan

Susan Kalitan
Mother of Michael Haligowski 21 yrs old killed by DWSL

January 6, 2007

Hey bro. I cant tell you how much I hurt each day. I saw how close you are to Carlton Lopez out there and that gave me some comfort...he was another great person..and a great cop. I dont know if you ever met him when you were here, but you would have liked him..he made everyone laugh...like you. Anyway...as time passes I miss you more. Keep us protected, and light the path. I love you and miss you. BTW...your sister is making everyone very proud...she's carying on the tradition.

OCSO

January 2, 2007

Merry Christmas, Mike. You are not forgotten this Holiday.

DFC Sean DeGrilla
Orange County Sheriff's Office

December 23, 2006

Mike, With Christmas fast approaching I just wanted to let you know that you are on our minds every day. We miss you terribly and pray everyday for you.

Cpl. Brisinte
Orange Co SO

December 19, 2006

Vicki and family,
We are thinking about you during the Christmas season. You are in our prayers!

Michael, Laura and Mason Mignano
Old Neighbors

December 13, 2006

To Vickie and the Callin Family. We are stilling missing Mike and his nightly phone calls. We talk about him all the time and tell people here about him and what a touching person he was. I used to joke with James about him gaining another son in Mike, and we really feel like we lost a son. I know that when we do come back into the house, it's will be tough not having Mike come up as soon as we pull in the drive-way. It's amazing how you can know someone for little over a year, and they can touch you so strong, like you've been knowing them for a life-time....We Love You Mike....

Our Prayers and Love always with you.

Rosa Cooper
James Cooper
Washington, D.C.

Rosa Cooper
Friend and Neighbor

November 30, 2006

Hey my brother just wanted to wish you a happy thanksgiving and let you know that we miss very much.

Cpl. Tony Brisinte
Orange CO SO

November 22, 2006

Happy Thanksgiving, Mike. As we celebrate the Holiday with our family, you are in our hearts and minds.

DFC Sean DeGrilla
Orange County Sheriff's Office

November 22, 2006

Hey Mike. Im sure you are reading these. Just wanted to let you know I was thinking about you. We miss you.

November 4, 2006

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

SGT. DANIEL ABRAHAMSON
OSCEOLA COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE

October 13, 2006