Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Each time I pass your grave I know the time is drawing near
We've lived without your smile for one cold and lonly year
This life has not been the same since that February day
Shedding tears and wondering why God took my friend away
I've knelt down many days alone beside that roadside grave
Reflecting on the lives you've touched and all the love you gave.
I wish I had just one more chance to see your shining face
And see you standing tall and strong in God's amazing grace
Until that day arrives when our friendship reunites
Please watch over and protect my life and keep me in your sights.

KAG

November 18, 2007

"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

November 12, 2007

I SERVED WITH CHARLES FOR 4YRS IN THE MARINES. WE WERE ROOMATES IN PANAMA,& SERVED TOGETHER WITH 1ST BN 8TH MARINES. I WAS SHOCKED TO HEAR OF HIS UNTIMELY PASSING. IT IS UNFORTUNATE,THAT I LOST TOUCH WITH CHARLES AFTER HIS EAS FROM THE CORPS. I HAD MET HIS MOTHER, SISTER JAMIE, AND KNEW HIS WIFE KATIE. I WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY,FRIENDS,& DEPT. THE WORLD IS A LESSER PLACE WITHOUT HIM.
RIP MY BROTHER. SEMPER FI.

PTLM MICHAEL A.BROWN #370
CITY OF ERIE POLICE

September 24, 2007

Never forgotten~~ Rest in peace. God Bless your family.

September 16, 2007

Hey Callemyn, it been so long ago since the "Stan". I still remember that no matter what happened you always tried to look on the brighter side. I know through your courage,u helped us to be stronger. You were an outstanding soldier and an even better friend. Brother it was an honor to serve in Aftganhastan with u and and honor to call u a brother in blue. Rest easy.

PO1 A.L. Griffin
Wilson P.D. N.C./805th MP Co.

September 14, 2007

On duty and off, I still think of you often Charlie...continue to watch over us from above.

Ofc Jason J Eiffe
Syracuse, NY Police

August 27, 2007

It was an honor to work with you for the short time that I was in Durham. We frequently crossed paths when I was with DPD and you with Duke, it was usually you arriving on one of my traffic stops to make sure that everything was okay. I thank you for the dozens of times that you assisted me with calls for service. I continue to keep you and your family in my prayers. May God continue to bless your family.

OFC Greg Bruno
Durham Police 03-06, New Castle County Police, DE 06-Present

August 20, 2007

I can't believe it's been six months. I think of you every day, and pray for your family and especially the boys. I miss our goofy conversations and chats at whatever weird hours you had available to call. And I especially miss the stories, such as the clothesline one mentioned in another post. I miss your giant heart and larger than life personality. I miss my friend.

Amy
Friend

August 16, 2007

Callemyn,
Until this day i still find it hard to believe that you have left us to go be w/ the man upstairs. You are greatly missed and Durham will never be the same without you. You were a true hero brother! One of the best memories I have of you is when I was working EMS one night and you were chasing some bad guy through a backyard and got clotheslined by a clothesline and you busted your lip.. that wasnt the funny part but when we got there, you were laughing and cutting jokes about it. Some of the funniest jokes ive ever heard! That was the last time we got to talk and joke around and i really miss you brother! Ill see you soon one day and I cant wait to catch up on things! Ill pray for your wife and kids. Take care man!

FF/EMT Kevin Rigsbee
Durham County Fire

July 25, 2007

I haven't spent a lot of time this year reading the memorials of the fallen officers, mainly because it saddens me that so many great men and women have fallen. It's a terrible thing that so many great lives were cut so short. As a fallen officer survivour, my heart goes out to all those that knew and loved Officer Callemyn, especially to his wife. Know that you are not alone in this journey that you walk and that Charles will not be forgotten here in Winnipeg.

Officer Callemyn, thank you for helping to make this world a safer place. If you run into my late fiance Dennis up there give him a hug for all of us down here. It's been just over four years and we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne
"Forever Loving & Missing 26-3"

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

July 6, 2007

Catherine,
Just wanted to let you know I'm thinking about you & the boys. Hope your daily activities of living are coming a little easier for you...I know the pain doesn't get better. Hang in there girl & give me a call sometime!

Denise
Survivor of Trooper Calvin Taylor

June 15, 2007

Rest in Peace Ofc Callemyn. My prayers are with your family, friends, and co-workers.

Traffic Officer Daniel Flores
Ahoskie Police Dpt

May 16, 2007

The boys and I think about you every day and we miss hearing your voice. I never imagined a pain this great was possible but we get through knowing that one day we WILL see you again. We are all so very proud of you! You are a true Hero and you will NEVER be forgotten or replaced. We are comforted knowing that you are watching over us at all times and I know that you are still keeping us safe. We will love you forever!!

Catherine Callemyn
Wife

May 15, 2007

Rest in Peace brother! Heart felt condolence to your family!

Officer Matt Lyons
Oceanside, Ca. PD

May 13, 2007

You gave the ultimate sacrafice. Watch over the rest of us as we work to make this world a safer place to live. God bless you and your family.

Deputy Mary B. Syson
King County Sheriffs Department

May 8, 2007

You have moved on to the Garden of Souls, but your spirit is ever present. Please continue to watch over us all until we meet again.

Peace to all those who mourn your physical absence and God Rest your Soul.

Andrea P. Gruber
Durham Police Dept., NC

May 3, 2007

durham lost a HERO

may GOD bless you and your family

Dispatcher
Fairfax County Police, VA

May 1, 2007

Charlie,
I'll be traveling to North Carolina for a few days in May, and I'm looking forward to spending some time with you at your final resting place. Things have been tough here in New York...with two more brother officers murdered at the hands of pure evil. Continue to watch over us...I pray that God will give strength to those families who suffer unspeakable pain from the passing of their fallen loved ones. Until we meet again my friend...

Ofc Jason J. Eiffe 0121
Syracuse Police

April 26, 2007

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April 19, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Callemyn's family, friends and fellow officers. I know first hand how tragic a time this is for all of you. The police family is an amazing one and I know you will all stick together and help each other heal. Please stay close to this family as I know how much love and laughter can help guide them through.

May God be with you all.

Elizabeth Gardner
Sister of Officer Drew Henley E.O.W. 3/19/2005

April 15, 2007

CJ,
I just wanted you to know that I think of you often..our time together at Duke was short, but I remember those long 12 hour shifts with you like they were yesterday. I'm proud to say that we shared a moment in time together, as partners, and that now, as I patrol the streets of Syracuse, and you..the streets of heaven, I take comfort in the fact that you are still there...watching my blind side and protecting me from above. For that brother, I am eternally grateful. See you in time Charlie..God be with your family.

Police Officer Jason J. Eiffe 0121
Syracuse, NY Police Department

April 11, 2007

Callemyn,

Last Thursday, April 5th, was a special day at my house. My little girl Callie turned 1. We also remembered it would also had been your birthday. We are still in such shock you are gone. My cell phone still has your number. Steve and I will always remember you and how you changed our lives just by being in it. You meant alot to us and will always hold a special place in our hearts. You were such a good friend and there for anyone who needed you. You had a amazing personality and was always joking and cutting up even when you were hurting or needing support yourself. You used to try to wind up my car when I picked Steve up from work and shined the hood with your behind as you slid across walking by. You were such a cut up. You will be remembered by all who knew you for the phenomenal personality you had and the fun everyone had when they were with you. You will also be remembered as a hero and as a fighter. You fought for this country and for the citizens of Durham. Happy Belated Birthday Callemyn. We love you and always will.

Holly Brown

Holly Brown
Friend

April 9, 2007

I will always remember the love in which he talked about his family and taking a motorcycle trip with his wife after he returned from overseas duty with the 805th MP BN. Every person at Duke Police who worked with him will never forget this funny, loving man.

We will all miss you.

Kyle Lemke
Duke University Police Department
Durham, NC

Kyle Lemke
Co-worker at Duke and friend

April 3, 2007

Officer Callemyn,
Just thinking of you as two officers from the great state of North Carolina join you today.
Thank you for your sacrifice -- your family and friends are in my thoughts today and always.

a Pennsylvania citizen

April 1, 2007

It doesn't seem real that such a strong man is gone. I can't seem to erase your number from my phone. I just want to call to see if you will answer. I can still hear you in the halls at work. We always knew as soon as you entered HQ. At six in the morning we were all still asleep but you were always wide open and that's how you lived. You will always be my hero. Thanks for taking me to work when it snowed and being a great friend. Get a pool game ready for when I get there. I'm gonna beat you this time. You will never be forgotten.

Holly Keeton
Duke Police Dept

March 29, 2007