Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hey Heath...just wanted to say hey...its been a lil while since I have written you...I still think of you every single day..especially at work but I just felt the need to write and tell you after all this time you are still so dearly missed...things are so different these days..I know you watch over the guys out there. Miss you so much!!
Me

Anonymous

July 28, 2008

I saw your dad the other day and like I always do when I see him or your mom I started to cry realizing that they are still hurting so much..how lucky were you to have such wonderful parents & how lucky were they to have such a wonderful son. So many things have changed some you would appreciate & some Im sure would break your heart.
Keep watch over us 625 and know that you will forever be loved & missed....

A FRIEND

July 22, 2008

Sergeant James Hardin has played a significant role in the lives of many officers through his sacrifice. Heart attacks are a recognizable line of duty death here in the state of NC. Time and fate placed Sergeant Hardin where he was needed on this given day, as he paid the ultimate sacrifice. He brought serious issues to light on how we suffer physically in a crisis situation and yet never know it. Our fallen brother's heart was where it needed to be and when it was needed. God needed a man with a good heart and he chose James. Not only do we owe a debt of gratitude to Sergeant James Hardin but also to his entire family for sharing him with Law enforcement. May your hearts be rested and your troubles be few. Always keep your memories of him close to you.

Lt. Rickey Padgett
North Carolina Sheriff Police Alliance, Secretary www.ncpolice.org

July 8, 2008

Seems like every day there is another tragedy another officer loses his life and hearing the news takes me back to the day God called you home. They say everything happens for a reason I still cant figure out why with so many bad guys running around why God keeps taking the good guys...
Miss you much.......

A FRIEND

June 18, 2008

Just wanted to stop by and wish you Happy Father's Day! really wish you were here. miss you

June 16, 2008

just wanted to stop by and tell u that we r thinking bout u everyday and that u are very much missed. Watch over the guys

a friend

June 9, 2008

Miss ya bro!

Brooklyn 663
HMPD

June 9, 2008

Hey there Shelly and Kids I hope your all doing fine. I hear you went to Washington and was posting notes. haha I hate that I wasnt there to see you and the kids. My oldest one graduted from High School this year and we have been so busy. I would love to talk to you. I hear Pam from Ohio Cops has your Phone number so maybe I will call you soon.
Connie Holcomb
Wife of Sgt. Dale Holcomb
Ohio State Highway Patrol EOW 9-28-06

June 3, 2008

Heath we went to your memorial last week in Washington DC. It was a bittersweet occasion. Shelly gave daddy the red carnation to place in the memorial wreath. He was so touched by this. He said he was so nervous and sad but proud. Shelly accepted your medal of honor. We met the most wonder families. Yes that,s what we are now, survioring families linked together by the loss of our most precious children. I have attmepted to contact a survioring couple but email was sent back. Hope they read this. We were at your place of rest yesterday. Daddy is dedicated to keeping your site clean and beautiful. He seems at peace on his tractor keeping the grass cut and the grounds clean. Squirrley keeps yours flowers fresh. You are always in our minds and hearts. Your little man of the house is with us this weekend. He requested biscuts and gravey and pancakes so thats what we had for breakfast. Your name is now on the two Bridges on road 162. The only bridges on the new Hope Mills bypass. It was dedicated Jan. 11, 2008. The first ann. of your rest. Sgt. James Hardin Bridge. We also have formed the Sgt. James Heath Hardin Memorial Foundation. The foundation will be dedicated to lawenforcement because of your love for keeping the peace. Love you always. Mamma. Thanks to All who have kept your memory alive.

mel Hardin
mom

June 1, 2008

Hey there Heath...so I was driving across your bridge yesterday...first time Ive been there since the bridge dedication and ironically they just put up the signs...it was really sad but wonderful at the same time...sad because your gone and wonderful because now every time someone crosses those bridges they will think of you and what a wonderful man you were. Your memory will live on and you are and always will be missed. Me

May 31, 2008

Your on my mind tonight..so just thought Id visit. M

May 27, 2008

Heath, I been thinking of you alot these days. I know that the guys miss you so much. I came across this quote today and i thought of you.. take care and talk to you soon

"When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure." (Author Unknown).

a friend

May 22, 2008

Heath ... please be with everyone over the next week. I know that each of us miss you in different ways. We all have looked forward to this week for a long time. This time is for honoring our TRUE BLUE HERO ... YOU! Watch over us as I know that you always do.
We love and miss you very much!

AFP

May 11, 2008

Hey, its me. As you know, its your baby boys birthday today. The BIG 10. My, how much he has grown. I saw M. yesterday at the mall. We were picking out stuff to take with us up to DC. We had a really good conversation and she made me feel alot better about some things that I had on my mind. You are missed by so many people. The acts of kindness from family,friends,strangers and your co-workers will NEVER be forgotten. As time goes on, I have gained alot of clarity and truth about so many things. I have learned to accept everything that has happened. It was written long before we are born what will transpire in our lives here on earth. I still think about you everyday and will continue to do so. You live on in our children and our hearts. Like I told someone very special to us..It's through adversity character is built. This has made us all so strong . I know in my heart that you are happy for us . Yes, you are up there cheering us on and you want for us to be happy. That's just the man you were. We love you Heath !

April 30, 2008

Sergeant Hardin, I have the honor of riding for you in the Police Unity Tour. I've been training very hard special event. The ride is less then two weeks away. I wanted you to know that I'm going to do the best I can to honor you, your family and your department. Respectfully S Gorman Chesapeake Police (VA)

SPO Sherri Gorman
Chesapeake Police (VA)

April 29, 2008

Heath, Where do I start? I miss you man, I check on the house all the time. Well, on Monday the 21rst I got promoted and while I wish you were there in person I know that you were there, not in the back of the room but right by my side with my family. I know this because you and a few others guided and molded me into the officer and now the supervisor that I am. It is so funny when we drive over your bridges because Rachel knows that what they are and where they are. Sorry this mesasage is going to be so short, but I will write sooner next time. Me and the family will be going to D.C. this year, where you will be honored as you should be. I will write more later I miss you Heath.

SGT M.F. MATT JEAN
HOPE MILLS

April 28, 2008

Hey Heath just thinking about you today after having a conversation with you know who we always end up mentioning some of out crazy times when we were all together I miss those times and I will always miss you ......

A FRIEND

April 24, 2008

Hey there Heath...just wanted to write...and to let you know, though I know you were there as well, I watched as Matt received the honor of becoming a Sgt. today. I'm so proud of the wonderful job he has done over the past several months. He learned from one of the best, you! Miss ya still today. your in my thoughts always. M

April 21, 2008

I met a friend of yours Sergeant Hardin... Melinda from Hope Mills PD. She misses you dearly and holds you in her heart and thoughts every day. Rest in peace, you are not forgotten nor shall you ever be...

Dispatcher Sue Rusch, CTO
Punta Gorda PD, Punta Gorda FL

April 2, 2008

MISS YOU !!!!!!!!!!!

A FRIEND

April 1, 2008

Hey there Heath...I know its been a lil while since I wrote but your still on my mind most every day. So much has changed here...but I guess thats the way it had to be... Just wanted to let ya know you are still so very missed!! Im so lucky to have had the chance to know you. You def made an impact on my life. M

March 23, 2008

Thinking of you today and everyday. We miss you !!

Love,

SSM

March 23, 2008

We miss you so very much ! Love you

SSM

March 4, 2008

So many things change while so many things stay the same one thing that will never change is how much you are missed...

A FRIEND

February 25, 2008

Just wanted to stop by and say Hi. Still thinking of you......

Sean
Friend and former co-worker

February 25, 2008