Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Its a sad day when a hero's life is taken while raising money for fallen officers. You will not be forgotten.

TB
Indiana State Police

September 5, 2006

MAY GOD HIS LOVING ARMS AROUND DEPUTY MARTIN'S FAMILY AND THE LAKE CO SHERIFF'S OFFICE. GOD BLESS YOU.

DETECTIVE RUTILO QUEZADA
SMITH CO SHERIFF TYLER, TX

September 4, 2006

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Dispatcher Ted Smith
Martin, TN Police Dept.

September 4, 2006

Gary, You were a great friend and inspiration. Your death was so unexpected. We will continue to morn for you, and Lt. Dudley. You were always there, and you kept me on my bicycle on those trips to Washington D.C. with The Police Unity Tour. Your were there for me and kept me on my bicycle with the COPS Ride around Indiana. You often said that I had a great "Heart". It was you with that heart. You never stopped caring for your fellow man/woman. You never stopped believing of the good in us all. You are a hero. I will remember the lessons that you taught by living those lessons. Continue watching over us, and keep us safe. I love you my brother! You, and our brother Dudley, ride on. We will see you again.

Police Officer
University of Notre Dame Police Dept.

September 4, 2006

Words are hard to find with the loss of this loving and compassionate brother. He was doing something special to help those who had already suffered terrible losses.

One comes to mind, "Angel"

We all thank you in the law enforcement family, for the unselfish effort you 3 put forth. God surely must have been very happy to welcome you back home.

Officer Scott Parker
Covington Texas Police Department

September 4, 2006

Rest in Peace, Deputy Martin. God speed your journey home.

Officer 11169

September 3, 2006

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of a loved one in law enforcement. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support. As we personally know, sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten.


Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

September 3, 2006

GOD BLESS DEP.MARTIN AND HIS FAMILY AS WELL AS ALL HIS FAMILY MEMBER'S AND FRIEND'S AND C0-WORKER'S.HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN IN THE LAW ENFORCEMENT FAMILY.GOD BLESS AND R.I.P.

deputy
fairfield county s-o lancaster,ohio

September 3, 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 lovedDeputy Martin, 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 reflections left for Gary, 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 Gary's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Gary's life was about so much more than the way he died. Gary will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Deputy Martin, 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 late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been three and a half years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

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

September 2, 2006

To Special Deputy Martin, on behalf of my family and myself I would like to say THANK YOU for your service and for what you were riding for.

God Bless you

Terry Miyares, surviving spouse
Officer Emilio Miyares, Hialeah PD, Fl 11/6/86

September 2, 2006

Words cannot truly express the sorrow of your passing. Thank you for your sacrifice. You were riding for two of my brothers, and for that I am eternally grateful.
Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

September 2, 2006

Rest in peace, my brother....we won't let you be forgotten

PJN
Cook County IL Sheriff's

September 2, 2006

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

September 1, 2006

"Thank you for your years of service to "The Region" and to your commitment to education and training at IUN. "No greater a man than he who will lay down his life for another."

Deputy Andrew Hynek
La Porte County, Indiana Sheriff's Office

September 1, 2006

Rest in peace. You will be missed.

S.B. POLICE OFFICERS WIFE

September 1, 2006

God's speed, brother.

Patrolman #127
Texas

September 1, 2006

Rest in peace Brother Gary, you are a true hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.

Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

September 1, 2006

Rest in peace my brother in blue now you can walk Heaven's beat. Your family, friends, and co-workers are in my thoughts and prayers.

God Bless

Sr. Officer D. Johns
City of Sandy Springs Police, GA

September 1, 2006

Rest in peace Brother Martin.

Chief S.D. Buckland
Glen Lyn Police Department

September 1, 2006

Rest in peace brother, you will not be forgotten.

Patrolman Shaun McCready
Altoona (PA) Police Department

September 1, 2006

Rest in Peace Deputy Martin. Thank you for your service.

Ret Captain
New York State Police

September 1, 2006

Words cannot express the loss of a man who has dedicated his life to helping others. Gary was a dedicated Law Enforcement Office and Teacher. I am honored that I knew him as a student and colleague. Gary gave much to our community and his contributions can be seen in the many current and future Criminal Justice professionals that he taught. His years as a working professional and professor will continue to blossom through those who were touched by his humanity.

May God bless those closest to him and allow his example to be a guide for those of us he touched.

Ralph Iler
Student / Colleague

September 1, 2006

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

September 1, 2006

My deepest sympathy to Gary's entire family. You will be truely missed.
You were one of the best bosses I ever had when I started at Gary Police Department in 1975. What a blast it was coming to work.
Rest in Peace.

Pat Cleary
Porter County 911

September 1, 2006

To the family, friends, and officers that knew Spc Deputy Martin, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the trying times ahead of you. Please know your not alone.

Here I am, lost in the light of the moon that comes through my window
Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you and the roses

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Here I am, lost in the ashes of time, but who wants tomorrow?
In between the longing to hold you again
I'm caught in your shadow, I'm losing control
My mind drifts away, we only have today

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way
I will sacrifice 'til the blinding day when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

When the veils are gone as I let you go, as I let you go

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way, I will sacrifice
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you who is closest

Erin
Wife of a CSPD Officer

September 1, 2006