Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Mikey,

Another day living the dream. You taught a lot of young guys that. I just finished up a week long CIT training class and thought about you alot. It's hard to explain. Everything that we were taught in class, and alot of what I did during the role plaing exercises with distraught citizens made me think about how much you cared for people. It made me cry inside, but it made me a bit stronger. Summer is coming and the "scooters" are starting to come out again. I picture you sitting on the bike across at the Piper, just smiling from ear to ear. Because that's what you always did. And in my mind, that's what you always will do. My boys look at your picture and still remember you. Impressions and life lessons DO last forever, so will their memory of you.

Tim Jeffrey
Aurora Police Officer

May 7, 2007

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

Aloha Agent Michael D. Thomas,
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.

Agent Michael D. Thomas, 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 9, 2007

I really wish this could have gone down differently. The coward that shot you should not be here. I am sorry for your family and wish you would have at least had a chance. You will be missed and never forgotten. There is nothing you could have done. The whole thing just kills me.

Deputy Matt Thornton
Adams County Deputy Sheriff

December 27, 2006

My heart aches to hear about such sensless acts of evil. My prayers are with your family and friends always. May gods peace cover us all.

Wife of an EPSO Deputy

December 15, 2006

Saint Michael, heaven's glorious commissioner of police,who once so neatly and successfully cleared God's premises of all its undesirables, look with kindly and professional eyes on your earthly force.

Give us cool heads, stout hearts, and uncanny flair for investigation and wise judgement.

Make us the terror of burglars, the friend of children and law-abiding citizens, kind to strangers, polite to bores, strict with law-breakers and impervious to temptations.

You know, Saint Michael, from your own experiences with the devil that the police officer's lot on earth is not always a happy one; but your sense of duty that so pleased God, your hard knocks that so surprised the
devil, and your angelic self-control give us inspiration.

And when we lay down our night sticks, enroll us in your heavenly force, where we will be as proud to guard the throne of God as we have been to guard the city of all the people.

Amen

Godspeed

Deputy R. S. Mackey
El Paso County-Colorado Springs

December 11, 2006

Agent Thomas,

Thank you for your service and sacrifice to your community. I am sorry for not posting sooner, but the pain and shock of Detective Jared Jensen's death in Colorado Springs was still too fresh when your senseless murder occurred. As I prepare to attend yet another funeral of one of my co-workers tomorrow, I felt this was the right time for me to pay my respects to you as well. My heart aches for your family, friends, and fellow officers, and that is now intensified as yet another one of my fellow CSPD officers was gunned down last week. This has not been a good year for our two agencies because we lost 3 good people, but all of us appreciate all that you stood for and your ultimate sacrifice to your community. Rest in Peace and know that you will never be forgotten by your brothers and sisters in blue.

CSPD Detective
1346D

Detective, 1346D
Colorado Springs PD

December 10, 2006

Your memorial was the first, and unfortunately not the last memorial that I will have attended. You will be missed but not forgoten. One of your sayings has stuck with me from that day, "What is right, is right." Since that day I am reminded to always do things the right way.
Rest in Peace Brother.

Deputy
Denver Sheriff

December 8, 2006

Agent Thomas,
Your death was a shock to everyone. No one would have imagined you would die in such a horrible way. I can't believe someone could do a random shooting like that. I did not personally know you but your death touched me. Having a father in law enforcement I fear that I will get a phone call one of these days with nothing but bad news. When I walk the thin blue line I hope to be a great officer just like you and everyone else who has risked their life. I did attend your funeral, and Aurora PD did a very good job putting everything together in their time of pain. I lost it when the last call went off at the cemetary, it was painful to hear the dispatcher and the bag pipes go. Everyone is praying for you and your family every day.

Sgt
E

November 19, 2006

Wish I could have been there a few minutes sooner. Sorry Mike. I hope you found peace.

November 14, 2006

Our Prayers are with you and your Family:
We all Hurt and Feel the pain even across the miles.

Sunshine
Michigan

October 26, 2006

Rest in peace our brother.

LEO
Denver Police Department

October 18, 2006

Officer Thomas,

Thank you for your dedication,commitment and ultimate sacrifice to serve others. My family and I are praying for your loved ones, family, friends and fellow officers.

Your inspiration will serve to strengthen those that choose to serve.

God Bless

Steve (citizen)

Steve
citizen

October 17, 2006

Sacrifice is the only true measure of generosity. -Jason Hurst

Agent Thomas -- The sacrifice you made for your community will not be forgotten.

To all those touched by the loss of Agent Thomas -- Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association

October 11, 2006

I didn't know you personally or professionally but, after listening to and reading the wonderful things that have been said about you, I feel like we could have been friends and partners. Thank you for doing your part to make the world a better place. May you and your family have peace forever.

Sergeant
El Paso County Sheriff's Office

October 4, 2006

I want you to know that my prayers are with all of you. Your prayers and support have held us up and now I pray that our prayers will hold you up. We must be strong so that evil cannot win.

Debby Hudson
Mom of CSPD Detective Jared S. Jensen

Debby Hudson
mother of CSPD Detcetive Jared S Jensen EOW 2-22-06

October 2, 2006

Mike,
I enjoyed working with you in PAR. Last week was tough on those of us you left behind. We'll miss you.

"What a difference one life could make to so many...what a blessing one person could be."

Officer
APD

October 2, 2006

"A brief candle; both ends burning
An endless mile; a bus wheel turning
A friend to share the lonesome times
A handshake and a sip of wine
So say it loud and let it ring
We are all a part of everything
The future, present and the past
Fly on proud bird
You're free at last."
-Charlie Daniels-

I honestly don't remember Mike Thomas, but do remember hearing all the good things about how wonderful of a person, father, officer, and friend he was. May he rest in peace and may the family find peace as well.

Jennifer Sopata
Daughter Of Steve Sopata

October 1, 2006

Mike, you will never be forgotten and I only hope that I can live up to the standards you have set as I begin my career as an officer.

Sgt. Elizabeth Fischer
Fort Wayne Student Police, Law Enfortment Explorers

September 30, 2006

Reading of the death of Agent Thomas has deeply saddened me. While I live and work thousands of miles away, the love, respect and admiration from those who knew and worked with Agent Thomas is so very obvious in the reflections left in his memory. The loss of Agent Thomas is truly a tragic loss to the community he served, his family and to those brothers and sisters he served with. The timing and death of him serves a reminder to all of us in and out of uniform that life is a gift. Michael Thomas used his gift selflessly serving others so that they may have a better life.
I salute you Agent Thomas. My deepest admiration, thanks and respect go in memory of you to your family, friends and the Aurora Police Department. May God and those that have passed before you welcome you into the Heaven’s gates. Please watch over those of us left behind, as we continue to watch over those in our own communities. God bless you and the work you did.
Thank you for your service.

Officer
Ocean County Dept. of Corrections, NJ

September 30, 2006

You are in my prayers.

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

September 29, 2006

Mike you were the best of the best. It was you that brought Maryann and I together six years ago. You were my best friend. We had great times together. Your passing has left a large hole in my life.

You helped me through a tough time in my life. My whole family knew and loved you. We will never forget you.

Officer John S. Reiter
Aurora Police Department

September 29, 2006

You are a true hero...Rest in peace

Dispatch Supervisor, Grace Reinis
Douglas County Sheriff's Office, CO

September 29, 2006

Rest in Peace Hero....Thank you for all you have done for your community and country. It is few who are brave enough to wear the badge, and too hard to say goodbye when you are taken. I know you will be watching over your brothers and sisters as they continue serving in your memory.

Daughter and Wife of LEOs

September 29, 2006

Mike Thomas was more than a police officer to me. Not only was he my PAR in my neighborhood, he became my friend.
Mike met me when I moved into my house here in Aurora, and found out he knew friends of mine and my family. A small world. He was always there for me and I for him. Mike IS the best of the best!
I could not make it to your funeral, Mike, I have personal problems I had to attend too, but I know your in heaven and more than likely riding your scoot and looking out for your fellow buddies, down here.
My heart and soul go out to your family and other friends in the community.
GOD BLESS YOU MIKE THOMAS !
Forever in my heart
Dick Price

Richard Price
a friend

September 29, 2006

My heart goes out to Mike's family. He was the best officer I ever had the honor of working with. From the day I started in 1986, I knew Mike and had great respect for him. Over the years I was lucky enough to work with him in Patrol and PAR. I will miss him and he is a hero to me forever.

Patrol Officer
Aurora Police Department

September 28, 2006