Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Forever in our hearts.

Nanny

February 11, 2008

RIP, Brother McKay. Thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Brother Officer
Campbell County KY PD

February 4, 2008

Cpl. McKay
I would like to let you no the video of you show extreme bravery it really inspires me how day in and day out you knew the risk and still wore the uniform, I am a member of the U.S. Air Force and am studying criminal justice in college that that one day i my self my become a Law Enforcement Officer and when that day comes I hope that i may one day be able 2 show the unbelievable amount of courage you had. Peace my Brother may you walk the streets of Heaven and may Gods light shine on you, you truely a insperation to me Thank You A1C Erickson

A1C Erickson
UTANG

January 19, 2008

Corporal McKay it has been months since that tragic event that took your life. The most recent debate on naming a stretch of road in you memory has since divided the north country and sparked debate amongst those who support you and those who support the other side. In the end I hope it is you who prevails because you made the ultimate sacrifice doing a job you loved and protecting a community you ever so deeply cared for. While there is no sign dawning your name on a stretch of 93 rest easy knowing that nobody has forgotten you and your name will forever live on in the hearts of your family,friends and the stated of New Hampshire. You are deeply missed brother...

County Corrections,NH

January 17, 2008

TO THE FAMILY OF CPL MCKAY, WITH DEEPEST REGRETS.

CPL MCKAY REST IN PEACE.

PO TERRASI
NYPD

January 11, 2008

As I read this I feel sad that one more member of our law enforcement family had to pay the ultimate price to protect the freedoms we all enjoy. However I have two reasons to feel happy. # 1. The suspect was found guilty instantly by the bullet that hit him and he is dead now. Reason # 2. The civilian that shot him was not charged with any crime. It is a shame how in many places criminals have more rights than law binding citizens. It never fails you have an attorney that has no clue on real life events and because they were able to memorize a law book and pass a bar-exam that they are God's gift to the community, but they lack common sense when it comes use common sence from right and wrong.

Pfc. Alvarado
Somewhere in the USA

January 6, 2008

Bruce,

I had the opportunity to meet your fiance Sharon this past summer. Even through her grief she was able to be supportive to so many others who'd lost their loves in the line of duty. She's such a beautiful lady. It's easy to see why you loved her. Know that even though your life has ended, the love you two shared will live on.

Bruce, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been almost five years but we still miss him terribly.

Big Hugs,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

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

December 24, 2007

Dear Big Brother

You have come to me in my dreams alot lately. I am glad you are nearby and I feel your presence loud and clear!
Miss you terribly

Love Moon

Meggen McKay Payerle
Sister of Slain Officer Bruce McKay

December 24, 2007

My heart goes out to the family of Corporal Bruce McKay...God rest his soul, and thank you for serving proudly...You will always be remembered...

Officer Robert Marr
Merrimack County: Department of Corrections

December 22, 2007

My First Christmas in Heaven

I see the countless Christmas trees
around the world below
With tiny lights like Heaven's stairs,
reflecting on the snow.

The sight is so spectacular,
please wipe away the tear
For I am spending Christmas with
J***s this year.

I hear the many Christmas songs
that people hold so dear
But the sounds of music can't compare
with the Christmas choir up here.

I have no words to tell you,
the joy their voices bring,
For it is beyond description,
to hear the angels sing.

I know how much you miss me,
I see the pain inside your heart.
But I am not so far away,
We really aren't apart.

So be happy for me, dear ones,
You know I hold you dear.
And be glad I'm spending Christmas
with J***s this year.

I sent you each a special gift,
from my heavenly home above,
I sent you each a memory
of my undying love.

After all love is a gift more precious
than pure gold. It was always most important
in the stories J***s told.

Please love and keep each other,
as my Father said to do.
For I can't count the blessing or love
he has for each of you.

So have a Merry Christmas and
wipe away that tear.
Remember, I am spending Christmas with
J***s this year.

Nanny

December 22, 2007

It is sad to know that our society has come to this. As for the marine who stepped in, he should be given the medal of merit. Great job soldier (if you read this).

civillian

December 17, 2007

Love, NBM, is a journey that has no end...

SDM
NBM's always...

December 9, 2007

I am sorry for your daughter who will not have you there for all the major things she does in her life. I cannot imagine how much she must miss you. I think of her alot and hope she is okay.

December 2, 2007

My LOVE ... My heart is empty without you. 'Til we meet again ... Boo

To Bruce's Law Enforcement Brothers and Sisters that continue to protect us and uphold the law, may you always 'keep safe'!
Sharon

Sharon Davis-McKay
Fiancée of Corporal N. Bruce McKay, III

November 28, 2007

Being from a state which borders NH, I had heard about the tragic death of Mr. McKay. I had not heard however, that his killer was given "Instant Justice" by an equally brave citizen. Thank you sir, whoever you are.

Patrolman

November 28, 2007

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Corporal Bruce McKay and to the entire Franconia Police Department. Thank you Sir for your years of service, dedication, and ultimate sacrafice. Rest In Peace.

Ofc. Eric Chiang
San Francisco Police Department - Bayview Station

November 18, 2007

I think of you and your family often. Much love to all of them.

Laura Briggs, NH

November 17, 2007

Bruce, RIP brother. As your academy roommate I wanted to thank you and let everyone know how much you influenced people's lives in a positive way. Without you I may have not made it through the academy. As I was just a young cop, you gave me wisdom and guidance that was truly needed. You took so much anxiety and stress away from our daily activites. I look back and think that this has shaped the way I approach stressful situations. I enter with the calm relaxed demeanor that you showed me early on in my career. I have been in Law Enforcement for over 12 years now and have become very successful in my career. Thank you for your guidance early on as I began to form my career. For everyone else we attended the academy with, 109, LOUD AND PROUD, STAY SAFE!!!

Jon Lester
NYS DMV DFI

November 14, 2007

My deepest sincere condolences to your family and friends. We've lost one of the best.

Civilian J. Robinson
Nova Scotia, Canada

November 12, 2007

Cpl. McKay I stumbled over your dash cam video the other day and I can only cry and cry. Few truly appreciate or understand that it is just as dangerous for us who patrol the small towns and rural areas of this nation most citizens simply look at the size of our agencies, poulation of the town and overlook the fact that there are bad, evil subhuman lifeforms everywhere and that as small town police we deal with the same dangerous people over and over and usually do so ALONE we have no cavalry to come save the day or partner riding shotgun just our training and instinct. I have read multiple accounts of your bravery both prior to and on this tragic day and I am deeply saddened at your brutal murder at least he was brought to justice swiftly and there was no delay in allowing him to burn in the fires of hell. In closing your life and the way that you lived and died truly exemplified why we have to make those lonely traffic stops on backroads for it is officers such as yourself that are the barrier between order and anarchy and stand as an example to the rest of us who wear the badge Thank You for holding that Blue Line and may you rest in peace sir as you have fought the good fight.

Corporal Chris Johnson
Eclectic Police Dept. Alabama

November 11, 2007

Dear Bruce
Thinking of you today on your 49th birthday. Although I seem to come back to how you were taken from us, I am definitely thinking of the most incredible person ever who was born on this day 49 years ago, and how you positively changed and influenced the lives of so many people while you were with us. I celebrate you and everything you stand for!

Love Meg

Meggen McKay Payerle
Sister of Slain Officer Bruce McKay

November 6, 2007

Hey Baboo
it's your pesky sister, Moon, writing again. 2 weekends I returned from my first C.O.P.S Maryland Chapter healing retreat in Ocean City. I met some incredible families, officers, and dispatchers who were very supportive and who shared my pain of losing you through their own loss of losing someone the loved or worked with closely. I spent alot of time with the dispatchers. I seem to really connect with the types of people who choose that job on a level that means it may be my calling to do the same job someday to pay it forward. Who knows...so far, at least, I have joined the Fire Department in my little town and help them with fundraisers and washing the trucks. It all makes me think of you and all of the community service you did since you were in college, which is a big reason why I joined. I heard your voice this weekend from a tape that my friend recorded of your answering machine greeting before it was boxed up. It was nice to hear you again!

Love you always and eternally,
Meggen

Meggen McKay Payerle
Sister of Slain Officer Bruce McKay

November 5, 2007

Dearest Bruce

well, who knew in a million years that I would be resuming ties with people from your past. I have contact now with buddies from your high school and college, and it gives me great pleasure knowing how much they thought of you and the great memories they recall. I hope to find more of your old friends over time, even if it is just one conversation to share a nice memory and update them on the amazing person you were and still are. You are in my mind all the time and I know you are happy, peaceful and watching us all down here.

Love you!

Meggen McKay Payerle
Sister of Slain Officer Bruce McKay

October 23, 2007

This writer is origially from the North country so naturally thought of you when I was leaving a rememberence for Officer Briggs.

I am so sorry for what happened that day, sorry for you, your family, policy family and friends.

However I am pleased that your shooter was quickly brought to justice as it should be.

You could have let your killer win the traffic stops, confrontations, but you wouldn't let him gain the power over you, as next it would have been the citizens and only Heaven knows what could have happened. You did the right thing, you stood your ground, and did your job. You deserve our respect for that, your deserve our respect because of your committment, and you deserve our respect because as a police offier you did your job, to stop what was ever next on his agenda.

This writer is pelased that justice was quickly served on your behalf by another Citizens.

Rest in Peace, god bless you, your family, police family and pleased continue to watch over all of our others officers that out out there day and night doing their job.

Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manahester, NH

October 18, 2007

Dear Leron
I hope you see this, as I am Bruce's sister, Meggen, and I am so very thankful for your story and condolences! I forgot about his room in the attic and the cartoons he had posted. It was great that you triggered an old memory for me. Please leave your contact info with the Chief at Franconia NH PD if you want to reach me to talk. I would love to talk to you

Blessings,
Meggen

Meggen McKay Payerle
Sister of Slain Officer Bruce McKay

October 17, 2007