Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

It does hurt to remember but we want to remember the way you were. Your beautiful BIG grin and your voice and joking around all the time. today has been so hard. Its the 28th and you've been gone 5months to long. its hard taking it day by day but we have to now. We miss you bubby. you were AWESOME!!! I'll never forget you!! I love you bubby!!!

Kailee Cook
Lil Sister

November 28, 2007

Remembering still hurts. By remembering, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace my friend.

November 27, 2007

I hope you had a good Thanksgiving in Heaven, Bubby... Mine just wasnt the same without you, it was kind of quiet.... It really, really hurts Bubby.... Missing you second by second, minute by minute, hour by hour, day by day, and week by week.... I Love You Bigger than the Sky Bubby!!! Your still #1!! Love you, Lil Sissy

November 25, 2007

Happy Thanksgiving Bubby... I really miss that phone call that I would always get on the holidays.. It was hard not having you here.I miss you very badly. I remember when I worked at Mickey Ds and you would come and take my break with me. I wish you could come do that with me now. I am really not looking forward to the family Thanksgiving, thats going to be a whole lot harder. Its NEVER going to be the same. I went to the awards dinner. Your the Officer of the Year.. But its not fair... Its such an honor to be your little sister. It always has been. You have always been my hero. Im sorry that I havent been up to see you lately, its just so hard.. Ill be up this week, Promise. I Love You Bigger than the Sky Bubby! Your still #1... Lil Sis

Kierstan
Sister

November 23, 2007

Bubby,
Thanksgiving was so hard without you here with all of us. I can't believe it.I love you bubby. It was the first holiday without you and theres another one already coming. We miss you bubby!!!!!!! You'll never be forgotten!!!! I love you bigger than the sky!!! and i miss you more than ever!!! I can't waqit to see you again.

kailee cook
sister

November 23, 2007

I went and saw you the other day and I saw a green truck that looked familiar to me driving down the path. Renee and your little man showed up. He looks so much like you. It is so awesome to look at him and see my friend in his eyes. We are all thinking about you this holiday season. Renee, Joel, and the rest of your family know all they have to do is call us and we will be there with them. Rest in peace my friend and please watch over all of us and keep us safe.

November 23, 2007

Charlie,
I remember all those years ago when you were just a little fella, the orneriness, the hugs, the good nights and that beautiful big smile. I know that things were tough on the family early this year but nothing will ever compare to the loss that they are feeling since Poppy's birthday and the end of your watch, June 28, 2007. I love you, Son. I miss you terribly. I've thought a lot especially this week about the holiday phone calls and today I made those phone calls thinking of you. You were always the sunlight that brightened up the room, a teddy bear in the tough guy exterior. Your dad and I are very proud of you and all that you achieved, but most importantly for the man that you ARE. Today is Thanksgiving and the one thing that I thank God for the most are my six children that will always brighten my world, even from above. I love you bigger than the sky, Son and I know you're watching over all of us, right beside your Poppy. I'll see you again someday, Chuckles. Thank you for letting me be a part of your life and thank you for being such a big part of mine.

LaVonne
Stepmother

November 22, 2007

Charlie,
We just want you to know you are especially thought of today. We miss you and love you so. Our Thanksgivings will never be the same. Love you

Roger, Juli, Katrina, Kyle and Abby

November 22, 2007

To Charlies Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers on the first holiday without our hero. Please know that we, his brothers and sisters are here and our love shall not falter. Please stand strong for you know that is what Charlie would want. My God give you the strength and please know that you are in our prayers. We are simply a phone call or e-mail away. Do not hesitate if we are needed for we shall be there.

steve smith
st joseph police dept

November 22, 2007

Happy Thanksgiving!

November 21, 2007

Charlie,
It's still hard to believe your gone. I miss you so. It seems like yesterday you and Joe were just little guys. You boys were never a worry. You just loved life. We miss you so. Our hearts are so heavy. A day does not go by without you in our thoughts. We love you more than you will ever know. The holidays will be hard without you, but we will stay strong in honor of you. Your little Trev looks just like you,we are so proud of your little man. Love you Charlie. Love and miss you.

Juli
aunt

November 21, 2007

In the simple performance of duty,

he pinned on a badge,

checked his gear with a practiced eye,

and kissed his loved ones good-bye.

In the simple performance of duty,

he reported for work,

joked with his buddies at roll call,

and made his last trip down the squadroom hall.

In the simple performance of duty,

he answered the call

to help the helpless, to find the lost,

no matter the danger or how great the cost.

In the simple performance of duty,

he lay down his life,

for those in peril he tried to save,

our brave friend went to his grave.

In the simple performance of duty,

we honor his deed,

as we carry him to rest in a flag-draped casket,

long after the world has forgotten, we shall never forget.

Never judge or regret, what he did, In the simple performance of duty.

November 20, 2007

I NEVER DREAMED IT WOULD BE ME
MY NAME FOR ALL ETERNITY
RECORDED HERE AT THIS HALLOWED PLACE
ALAS, MY NAME, NO MORE MY FACE

" IN THE LINE OF DUTY" I HEAR THEM SAY
MY FAMILY NOW THE PRICE WILL PAY
MY FOLDED FLAG STAINED WITH THEIR TEARS
WE ONLY HAD THOSE FEW SHORT YEARS

THE BADGE NO LONGER ON MY CHEST
I SLEEP NOW IN ETERNAL REST
MY SWORD I PASS TO THOSE BEHIND
AND PRAY THEY KEEP THIS THOUGHT IN MIND

I NEVER DREAMED IT WOULD BE ME
AND WITH HEAVY HEART AND BENDED KNEE
I ASK FOR ALL HERE FROM THE PAST
DEAR GOD, LET MY NAME BE THE LAST

November 19, 2007

hey bubby i love you and i miss you so much i dont know how im going to get through the holidays without you bubby i love you bigger than the sky 4ever and ever

kailee
sister

November 19, 2007

Bubby,
Abby is SOO right its going to be so much different without seeing your face there and hearing you talk and everything else. I miss you so much. It's going to be real hard without you there. I don't really want to celebrate I don't think i'm going to but dad says I have to so I don't know yet. Anyways I love you Bubby bigger than the sky 4ever and always.

kailee cook
sister

November 18, 2007

Charlie, Thanksgiving and Christmas are coming up. The holidays will be so different with out you.
The holidays will never be the same. Miss you. I will love you forever!

Abby
cousin

November 18, 2007

Hey Charlie,
They changed the picture on your memorial page since last I looked. We will never forget you. Please continue watching over us as you have been and keep ALL of us safe. All our love forever.

A Fellow Deputy

November 17, 2007

Hey Bubby,
I'm really not looking forward to the holidays without your big grin and your jokes. I don't know how im going to do it. The highlight of the day was when you walked through the door. You always gave me a big hug. I miss you more and more everyday. Everythings so different. I get up in the morning and just make it through the day. I cant feel anything anymore, my hearts broken for you Bubby. I Love You Bigger than the Sky. Forever and always. Your still my best buddy.... Love you

Kierstan
Sister

November 17, 2007

I love you bigger than the sky 4ever and ever bubby!!!!!!!!

kvc
sister

November 17, 2007

you'll always be my hero.

Brittany

November 16, 2007

Thanksgiving is coming up, and its just not going to be the same without you there in competition with dad to see who can eat the most before 'throwing in the towel'. We all miss you so much Charlie.

Jenny
Sister-in-law

November 16, 2007

Another name goes on the wall
an officer took their leave
we try to comprehend it
as again we start to grieve

Another family torn apart
dazed and asking why
a sea of badges draped in black
once more a sad goodbye

Another final proud salute
to one who gave their all
one who did not hesitate
to answer the final call

Another names goes on the wall
that paid the ultimate cost
stone faces, streaked with tears
another senseless loss

We may never understand it
the risks these braves ones take
but very rarely we see a bit
of the difference their lives make.

Some do it for the action
others find it a callin'
all find the satisfaction
and few become the fallen.

Being an officer is what he loved
to him as good as it gets
law was what he always dreamed of
he would have no regrets.

And though it saddens all of us
to lose him in this way
As an officer he knew he must
Live life to the fullest every day.

Sister

November 15, 2007

I miss you bubby!!!! GOD. I love you. I can barely take anymore

kailee cook
sister

November 15, 2007

It was a beautiful spring day,
The colors flew proudly in the breeze.
The sun was shining, the birds were chirping,
Yet nobody seemed at ease.

A somber mood filled the air,
A sense of sadness among us all,
For today we buried a Hero,
Who chose to answer the call.

Though not in the prime of his life
The pain is no less the same,
The loss felt by his family, his wife,
And all that knew him by name.


For all that knew and loved him,
He will be missed beyond belief.

They came from far and wide,
To show their respect and admiration.
For your commitment to serve and protect,
And lifetime of service and dedication.

And off in the distance,
A slow thunder grew,
A helicopter fly over,
In honor of you.

A bugler played taps
As is the tradition,
A final salute rendered,
While everyone stood at attention.

As family members wept,
And officers consoled one another,
We realized the magnitude of our loss
As we bury yet another Law Enforcement brother.

Easy going in nature,
Respected and loved by all,
We are proud to have served with you,
As you answered the call.

November 14, 2007

Hey Bubby I love you and miss you so much.... Your always with me where ever I go or whatever I do i'm always thinking of you... Love You Bubby!!!!

kailee cook
sister

November 14, 2007