Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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

Aloha Lieutenant Corey Dahlem,
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 last year in the line of duty protecting our Commander in Chief, President George W. Bush), to become a continuum; a keeper of the ODMP light. That sacred 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.

This "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 a hero. The ODMP; Officer Down Memorial Page gives us a place to come together and share our feelings as one family. May we find solace as we give solace to the families who have lost a loved one.

Lieutenant Corey Dahlem , God Bless you. You are a hero. As we say in Hawaii, “You are`Ohana.” “You are Family.” 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. I wish you, your loved ones, and your fellow officers, peace and love beyond all understanding. I honor you today. You will NEVER be forgotten.

--"Your life is more important than you can imagine."-- Maya Angelou


** 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
Kahu La`a Kea (Keeper of the Sacred Light)

April 27, 2007

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down
his life for his friends. John 15:13. May God comfort
and keep your family during this difficult time.
Rest in peace brother

Lt. R.T. Ernie Willis, Ret.
Cleveland Co. Sheriff's Office NC

April 26, 2007

I just want to thank you for what you did at your job and the smiles you brought to people's faces. I never met you but my dad speaks such kind things about you. I would also like to encourage your family, I could never imagine what it would be like with out my dad, my hero, and the loss of another GPD officer. Once again Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Amber
Teen of GPD officer

April 26, 2007

Now that I've had time to compose written thoughts, I find that only a few words are needed. Corey was conscientious, compassionate and dedicated in both his personal and professional life. For me, he was an excellent friend, peer, Lieutenant, and Sector Commander in that order.

Captain Ed Book
Gainesville Police Department

April 24, 2007

thank you for your services.

deputy
fairfield county s-o lancaster,ohio

April 21, 2007

What a senseless tragedy. My heart and prayers go out to the family and fellow officers/workers of Lt. Dahlem.

Chaplain
White County Sheriff's Department, Arkansas

April 18, 2007

Lt. Dahlem,

Thank you for your service to your agency & city. Thank you for the brief opportunity I had to know you. You and your family are in my thoughts & prayers as each day passes. You represent each of us as we try to represent you and "the cause" each day we work. ~Flowers of the Forest~

Deputy Kaley Behl
Alachua County Sheriff's Office

April 17, 2007

Corey,

So much has already been said about you, yet so much more can be said as well. But the words we have are so inadequate to express the depth of friendship, loss, shared experiences, love of family, career, service, and so many other things that made up your time at the Gainesville Police Department.

I remember 22 years ago working on Midnight Shift, and you starting with the Department. I remember you riding with your FTO, Dan Kilpatrick, who would speak admiringly of you (which we all knew was rare for Dan), calling you a banty rooster for your readiness to jump into any situation and handle it. That trait continued on for the rest of your career.

I remember the Saturday before you died spending about a 1/2 hour talking with you at an overtime assignment we worked. It was the usual type of conversation; what's going on with the family, looking forward to retirement, latest experiences in our positions at GPD...... What a reminder that none of us are promised tomorrow.

I remember so much about you from all of the years in between. Your smile, your quick wit, your concern for others, your enjoyment of life, your ability to give as good as you got, your devotion to your 'Noles, your pride in your family, your dedication to duty, your willingness to help, and the list goes on and on.....

As we get older, we often think of the legacy that we will leave behind, not only in our careers, but in our lives. It is very obvious from these reflections, the funeral, and the outpouring of caring from the community that Corey's legacy is huge and may never be matched. He touched so many lives in so many different ways, just the latest of which is the mentoring done on Midnight Shift. Those are going to be some humongous shoes to fill.

Sally, Brandon, and Katie, we grieve with you and the rest of Corey's family. Please remember always that he is a hero who stood for all that is right, and that his death is not in vain. He completed his mission that night, to protect and serve, and is now being comforted by God. His legacy also continues in and through you, and though he is physically gone, he will continue to live on in your and our memories.

Corey, don't worry about your family. You know that your family in blue will stand by them, and we will do whatever we can for them. It's the least we can do after all you've done for us.

Thanks for being part of us. You are sorely missed.

Pete

Lt. Pete Backhaus
GPD

April 16, 2007

Lt,
It’s been two weeks since the last time I spoke to you; I did not know it would be my last. I will always remember our conversation, while standing on the wall, at the celebration. I want to thank you for helping me adjust to my new agency and my new home. You were always there to answer my questions and help me when asked. For the short time I’ve known you, you were always a friend. Until we meet again, THANK YOU.

ID #734
GPD

April 16, 2007

God called another HERO home...may you rest in peace. God Bless.

A Deputy's Wife

April 15, 2007

May Our Lord bless you and your daughter, Mrs.Dahlem.May you know that your are held in the prayers and hearts of many, many people.

April 15, 2007

I would like to thank everyone who has shown our family support during this very difficult time. Corey was a great man and officer. Our daughter called him her hero we now call him our hero. No words can express how much we will miss him.

Sally Dahlem
Spouse of Corey Dahlem

April 14, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with Lt Dahlems department and his family. God has gained another angel in heaven to watch over us. Rest in peace. Thank you for your service.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

April 14, 2007

My prayers to his family, my thanks for his service given with a pure heart and with no other reason than to help others. He is with God now and is receiving his reward forever.Thank you Officer Dahlem.

Barbara Scott

April 14, 2007

Rest easy in heaven now my brother, we'll take it from here. Thank You for your service to your country.

My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.

Officer Eric Golz
Long Beach Police Department

April 14, 2007

Lt,
I knew you as a quiet soft spoken man that then you spoke people would listen, or in most cases laugh. you lead by example. you touched the lives of everyone you came in contact with. in the short time i knew you sir it was an honor and a privilege. -godspeed-

CADET LYNN
P.S. "Thank you, and have a good morning"

Joseph Lynn
Alachua County Sheriff's Office - former GPD

April 12, 2007

My thoughts and prayers go out to Lr. Dahlem's family, friends and co-workers. I know that God has received another angel, and he will be watching out for you all. God's blessings and strength for you.

Gina Jewell Cowsert
citizen

April 12, 2007

LT,

You will truly be missed at the Department. While on midnights I could always expect a call from you at least once a week bringing me in from the eastside of town back to the station to discuss the planning of a new photoshop flier idea that you had. I am glad my last conversation with you that Monday night was after you saw the vacation pictures of SGT Rowe. Watch out for us down here while you're up there. We'll see you soon.

Ofc. Jeff Shaw
Gainesville Police Department

April 12, 2007

"...I pray that our heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom. Yours very sincerely and respectfully, Abraham Lincoln..."

ptl mankin

April 12, 2007

I am sorry to hear that we have lost another HERO. God speed and may God comfort his family and co-workers.

Kim LEO wife
Dorchester County Sheriff Office, SC

April 12, 2007

The mourning prayer from the Jewish tradition says it best for me:

Oh God who dwellest on high
grant perfect rest beneath the shelterings wings
of thy divine presence among the holy pure
who shine as a brightness upon the firmament
to Corey who has gone to his Eternal Home.

Shine on, brother. We'll miss your light in our days and nights.

Leslie Pace

April 12, 2007

~~~ and God ran away with the Spoon, God now has a Spoon in his hands~~~ I pray that life moves along quickly and good things start to happen to make all the pain begin to fade. God Bless you all. gaines. mother of law officers .................. you all gave him a beautiful funeral, we cried.......

gaines. mother of law officers

April 11, 2007

To the family of Lt. Corey Dahlem. I have had the pleasure of working with Lt. Dahlem for a short time as a police officer in Gainesville. Lt. Dahlem was one of the best supervisor I have ever worked for. Lt. Dahlem was kind and was always there to his troops and don't matter what the situation was he was ready for it. You will be missed Sir and it was a pleasure serving under you.

Police Officer Sanjeev Ramasawmi
Greenacres Police Department

April 11, 2007

A Part Of America Died
--Author Unknown

Somebody killed a Policeman today,
and a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect,
will be buried with him at his side.

The suspect that killed him will stand up in court,
with counsel demanding his rights.
While a widowed mother must work for her kids,
and spend many long, lonely nights.

The beat that he walked was a battle field too,
just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
to his name they will add a gold star.

Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
in your hometown or in mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
a cop put his life on the line.

Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
and he stands at each rookies side.
He answered the call, of himself gave his all,

And A Part Of America Died.
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Rest in peace, Corey.

Fred Posner
former officer

April 10, 2007

Rest in peace brother, we now have your watch. Our prayers go out to you, your family, and your dept. The thin blue line will not forget you, you are a hero. Thanks for your service to your community and your country.

OFC. CHARLES ROBSON
ORMOND BEACH POLICE DEPT.

April 10, 2007