Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

A Real Hero Indeed

A hero is real; it’s inside all of us.
Some show it everyday,
Some hide it away.
You are a hero, it was your job.
To take criminals off the street,
To keep a community safe.
And sometimes it takes a person,
To lay down his own life for another,
And that is what you did.
And what do we give in thanks.
A coffin draped with the America flag,
A 21-gun salute.
Bagpipes being played, and
Even taps.
What do we have to remember you?
A folded flag, a badge, a uniform.
And slowly we will forget the story.
But one thing that wont be forgotten,
Is who you were,
Who you are
And what you did.
That signifies you a hero Indeed!

Rest In Peace Blue Angel....A true hero indeed!!

Brian Betts
Sibling of Ofc. C.R. Betts EOW 12/22/02

September 28, 2006

SGT. Holcomb,

You served our state well and will be missed by many, but you know walk the golden streets of heaven with oh so many other brothers and sisters in blue. not once but twice that thin blue line in Ohio was broken today.


GOD SPEED SIR
MAY YOU REST IN PEACE

to the fami;t of dale holcomb you have my depesit sympathy I am soo sorry for your lost. God Bless you and watch over you in this your darkest hour.

Robert J. Thornton and Elaine Foster- Thornton

friend and daughter Of Columbus police Officer Melissa M. Foster E.O.W. 12-04-2004

Robert Thornton

September 28, 2006

Sgt. Holcomb, God speed to you brother. May God be with your family during this rough time. May he also bless your department during this time of grief.

Deputy LeSerra
Leon County Sheriff's Office

September 28, 2006

Thnank you for the service you provided. Your watch has ended, your sisters and brother of Law will take over. For another officer, you have fallen, but with the hand of God you are under his wing, and never forgotten.
R.I.P.

Jordan Webb
In Memory of Deputy Collins E.O.W 01/04/2006

September 28, 2006

Rest in peace. Thanks for your dedication. You will be missed.

Trooper
OSHP

September 28, 2006

Thank you, Sergeant Holcomb, for your service to the people of Ohio and the United States. Your dedication and efforts are appreciated and will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, Hero!

Janice Brown
Conway, Arkansas
civilian

Janice Brown
civilian

September 28, 2006

Rest in peace dear brother, you will not be forgotten. We grieve with the family of Sgt. Holcomb and the Ohio Highway Patrol.

Sergeant
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Dept.

September 28, 2006

Godspeed Sergeant Holcomb. Your life and loss will never be forgotten. May God watch over your family, friends, and co-workers during this dark time.

Detective D. Thompson
Colorado Springs Police Department

September 28, 2006

May God grant peace to your grieving family, Sgt. Holcomb. We thank you for your courage and strength in protecting our community for the past 21 years. Thank you and may your memory live on.

M. Brandau
wife of patrol officer

September 28, 2006

Sgt. Holcomb - thank you for your service and dedication to the citizens of Ohio. I know that this is a difficult time for your loved ones, but your blue family will always look after them.

Sgt. Richard E. Wood Jr.
Montgomery County Pct. 1 Constable's Dept.

September 28, 2006

“REMEMBER ME”
Law enforcement officers are, indeed, a special breed of people. Ask anyone on the street and they will tell you that they would not have our jobs for anything in the world. It takes something special to do what we do and at the same time be able to even contemplate retirement. We try to be optimists. Unfortunately, there are a few of us who will never make that date with retirement. By the very nature of our job, we are at risk everyday of losing our lives, either at the hand of some deranged individual or in some other situation that we, by virtue of our occupation, may be unable to avoid. Some people have recognized the hazardous duties we involve ourselves in, the risks we take, and the pride we take in accomplishing that job. There is National Law Enforcement Week, dedicated to us who gladly accept the responsibility of protecting the citizens in our respective jurisdictions. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Day is dedicated to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. These are but two examples of remembrances specifically for law enforcement personnel. Remembrances that come but once a year. We should remind fellow officers of another type of remembrance, one that will last a lifetime. Sooner or later, a doctor will pronounce us dead. It is inevitable. Regardless of whatever happens, death is the end we will all have to face.
“IT IS IN DEATH THAT WE CAN LIVE FOREVER”
Author Unknown

Jim Moore
New Orleans P.D., Retired

September 28, 2006

Sgt. Holcomb

I couldn't believe the news today. Two O.S.P. Warriors were taken from us today. My thoughts and prayers go out to your families. You shall "Always Be Honored and Never Forgotten"!

Ofc. Jim Parsons #717
Columbus, Ohio Division of Police

Ofc. Jim Parsons #717
Columbus, Ohio Division of Police

September 28, 2006

My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Sgt. Holcomb; may he rest in peace.

Linda Lamm - LEO wife and sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11.05.04

September 28, 2006

"Greater love hath no man than to lay down his life for a friend"

God bless you and your family Sergeant Holcomb. Keep watching over us, we will take it from here...

Patrolman Justin W Yohe
Warren Police Department, Warren, Indiana

September 28, 2006

ohio thanks you rest in peace

bounty hunter thom strunk

September 28, 2006

Many thoughts and prayer are with the Holcomb family and the Ohio State Highway Patrol... Your sacrifice to duty and this great state will never be forgotten!!

GOD BLESS THE MEN AND WOMAN OF THE OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROL DURING THIS SAD TIME

Officer Jim Gilbert
Columbus Division of Police

September 28, 2006

Many thoughts and prayer are with the Holcomb family and the Ohio State Highway Patrol... Your sacrifice to duty and this great state will never be forgotten!!

GOD BLESS THE MEN AND WOMAN OF THE OHIO STATE HIGHWAY PATROL DURING THIS SAD TIME

Officer Jim Gilbert
Columbus Division of Police

September 28, 2006

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED. THANK YOU FOR YOUR DEDICATION, SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND DEPARTMENT.

Deputy Jamie Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office (Va.)

September 28, 2006

Rest In Peace.

#2959
U.S. Marshals

September 28, 2006

There's a reason I cried
When I heard two officers had died
The reality hit hard in the life that we live
To a job where people are asking you to constantly give

Two of the finest today paid the ultimate price
And with pride and honor made their greatest sacrifice
The public has no idea on a day to day, what you went through
And how many lives that are now touched, the killer never knew

How you sometimes went to work, with very little sleep,
Duty and honor, a vow you must keep
And like most cops you were most likely underpaid
But it's a job you loved, the one for which you were made

To protect and serve, is how you lived your lives
My heart goes out to your now widowed wives
It's a knock on the door every officer's spouse fears
And that's why today my eye's are filled with tears

Our thoughts and prayers are for the families that will be without
A father, a husband, a brother who will be missed beyond doubt

Heaven called two of your finest home today
A price anyone who loves an officer hopes they will never pay
Lord, Watch over each and every unsung hero we pray
So they can be with the ones they love at the end of their day.

Ivan Bernal
US Border Patrol Explorers & Douglas Police Department Explorers

September 28, 2006

May god look after you and your family. Although I didn't know you, I knew you stood for the finest standards displayed in all Ohio officers.

Patrolman Matt Butcher
Brimfield PD Portage County Ohio

September 28, 2006

At this time of deepest sorrow, we here at the Canon City Internet Radio send our prayers and our deepest sympathies to the family, friends, loved ones, and sisters and brothers who wear the badge of law enforcment.
"A Letter From Heaven"
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from Heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just enternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through
God picked me up and hugged me and he said,'I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.
I need you here badly, you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.'
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the days chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....In the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years.
Because you are only human they are bound to bring tears.
But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you, you would not understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you, and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it by taking one step at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you to;
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night...."My day was not in vain." And now I am contented...that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low:
Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be free.
Remember you're not going...you're coming here to me.
I will always be with you!
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolf
Canon City Internet Radio
Canon City, Colorado

Marilyn Robinson aka MamaWolf
The Canon City Internet Radio (The Chauffeur Internet Radio)

September 28, 2006

Sarge, the news of the crash hit the patrol post this morning at 0630 hours and it hit us all very hard. Words are unable to express the loss and sadness we all feel with you and Tpr. Risner's passing along with the civilian who was also killed. Just know we will continue to "put them on the berm" relentlessly while remembering you and your family. To your family and children I will say, your father/husband/son will not be forgotten and my families thoughts and prayers go out to you. U-1584

Trooper Chris Coverstone
Ohio State Highway Patrol

September 28, 2006

God bless you and your family.You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God.

TFC Cuddington
Georgia State Patrol

September 28, 2006

Thank you for your service and dedication always. You will always be remembered.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police

September 28, 2006