Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To Cpl.Dennis Wright Sr, his family and his fellow officers with the Effingham County Sheriff's Department:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Cpl. Wright’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Cpl. White and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff

November 17, 2009

Remembering our nights on the road together. I miss you Flave. Continue to rest easy brother

Matt
Lynn

November 15, 2009

Dennis,
I was thinking of you today nearing your 3 year anniversary in heaven. I was remembering how you and Jamie were best friends wherever one was the other was. I am praying for your family and friends as the day approaches.

Wendy Collins Mitchell
Dispatch

November 12, 2009

Dad,
It's hard to sit here and believe it's already been two years. It seems like just yesterday I was finding out at work. I went onto your myspace I set up for you and couldn't believe the people who left messages. I guess I'm not the only one who misses you a great deal. I LOVE YOU!

Jenn

Jennifer Moore
Daughter

November 19, 2008

This day is a sad one as it was for the last two years, and will continue to be forever. I spent today remembering all the goofy stuff we did on and off duty.

I miss you brother the same as I did two years ago, I miss you !

Matt Lynn
Partner /Friend

November 17, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this second anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

November 17, 2008

Just thinking of my old friend and needed to feel a connection.... thank you for all you did for me. I hope I was there for you. Miss you

Friend
Co-worker

September 18, 2008

Happy Birthday Daddy. I really miss you daddy. I love you.

Love Noah

Noah
Son

September 8, 2008

Happy Father's Day Daddy...I love and miss you.
Love Noah

Noah Sikes-Wright
Son

June 15, 2008

Dad,
I was just sitting around thinking about the talk I had with Deputy Adams the other day. Seems like you gave everyone a hard time : ). We all miss you a bunch and wish you were still here. I love you Dad.
Jenn

Jennifer Wright-Moore
Daughter

May 7, 2008

Flave,
Long night tonight and was just thinking how you used to make the slow nights fly. Still miss you brother
Matt

Matt Lynn
Partner and Friend

April 20, 2008

Dennis,
Not one day goes by that I havent thought of you. I will never forget your friendship. I hope that when my time comes we will see each other again. Love Ya man!
K3PO

February 1, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

December 23, 2007

I just wanted to say I love you and miss you. We went shopping the other day and I finally found a statue of a pig to but on your grave site. I still can't look at one without laughing and thinking about you and your wild adventure with them. We love you and miss you so much, holidays just aren't the same without you. I LOVE YOU!!!

Jennifer Moore
Daughter

December 15, 2007

Over one year has passed since your EOW and I know your loved ones think of you every hour of every day. Continue to keep watch over all of them and let them feel your presence so they know you are near and watching over them. I have decorated the exterior of my home in all blue lights for Christmas, one of those lights has been assigned to you and will be lit every night until New Years to let you know that you have not been forgotten. You are a true hero.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

December 4, 2007

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

November 29, 2007

Mr.Chris,
Saturday was a year that you have passed.I went and visited you at the cemetary Sunday.I could have sat there all day.I still can't believe it has been a year.You will always be in my heart.

Macie
Noah's Sister

November 19, 2007

Yeasterday was one year. It doesn't seem like it has been that long. The service was beautiful...you would have been proud. Know that you are still missed and...yes, we do still stand around and talk about all of the crazy things you used to say and do. Keep watch over us!

Melissa Hinely
MedStar Ambulance Service Communications

November 18, 2007

On this one year anniversary, we salute you for being a hero and pray for comfort for your family. You will always be remembered.

Craig Figgins
Brother - SGT Dan Figgins St Charles, IL EOW 4/9/05

November 17, 2007

Dennis,

It’s been a year Saturday that Me and Steven got that assist call on Jimmy Deloach Parkway, what a horrible night that was… I think back to when we first meet and you backed me up on the Aggravated Assault call at Wal-mart and when I backed you up off of Fort Howard Road, then after the calls, we would just talk, I miss that a lot… I just wanted to let you know you will never be forgotten and will always be missed… And to the Family of Dennis, you all will always be in my prayers…

Officer Jimmy “Hammer” Hollingsworth
Port Wentworth Police Department

November 14, 2007

Hey MR.Chris,
I hope things are going good up there.I miss you.Noah is doing good with football.He loves the game.I had a dream about you last night.It was like you came back alive but just for a little while.I have had alot of dreams like that lately.I have to go now.I LOVE YOU.
<3love always<3

Macie
Noah's sister

October 12, 2007

WELL DAD, SORRY IT HAS TAKEN ME SO LONG TO COME BACK ON HERE,BEEN REAL BUSY WITH SCHOOL, NEW JOB, AND FINALLY GETTING SETTLED INTO THE NEW HOUSE. I RECIEVED A LETTER FROM COPS THE OTHER DAY AND IT HAD A PICTURE OF ME AND SHANE WALKING TO PUT THE FLOWER ON THE WREATH AT THE MEMORIAL SERVICE. IT'S LIKE THEY KNOW WHEN I'M STARTING TO DO BETTER ABOUT THE WHOLE SITUATION AND THEN BAM I LOOSE IT AGAIN. WE WERE BACK IN EFFINGHAM THIS PAST WEEK AND LEFT YOU SOME MORE THINGS AT YOUR GRAVE SITE. IT'S ALWAYS SO HARD TO GO BY THERE. KYLE WENT WITH ME AND I SWEAR IF I WOULD LET HIM HE'D SIT THERE ALL DAY AND TALK TO YOU. IT'S PRETTY BAD WHEN HE SITS THERE AND TELLS ME EVERYTHING IS GOING TO BE OK BECAUSE HE KNOWS THAT YOUR SPIRIT IS ALWAYS WITH US AND YOUR WATCHING US AND TAKING CARE OF US EVERYDAY. I WAS LOOKING AT SOME OF YOUR OLD PICTURES (WHEN YOU WERE YOUNG AND SKINNY)AND IT'S AMAZING HOW MUCH HE LOOKS LIKE YOU. BRETT AND KENDALL ARE DOING GOOD TOO. YOU WOULD BE SO PROUD OF THEM. WE MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU LOTS.

JENNIFER
DAUGHTER

October 10, 2007

Have a great day Mr.Chris.I love you and miss you<3

Macie
Noah's sister

September 20, 2007

Hey Mr.Chris,
I haven't visited in awhile.I miss you.Happy late birthday.I hope you had a kool party up there.=]I am sitting in class with my best friend Courtney.I showed my teacher your page.She thinks it is kool.Well I love you and I hope to see you soon<3

Macie
Noah's Sis

September 19, 2007

Happy Birthday Daddy

I miss you and I love you.

Love
Noah

Noah Sikes_Wright
SON

September 8, 2007