Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

In Our Hearts

We thought of you with love today
But that is nothing new
We thought about you yesterday
And days before that too
We think of you in silence
We often speak your name
Now all we have is memories
And your picture in a frame
Your memory is our keepsake
With which we'll never part
God has you in his keeping
We have you in our heart

-Author unknown

Jenny Thomas
Sister-in-law

July 22, 2007

You did not die in vain. Your life made a difference. Thank you for your service. To your wife and child, trust in the Lord to get you through this. I never thought it would happen to me either. The Lord and my children are what is getting me through this nightmare as I am sure you are going through also. My prayers are with you. Stay strong for your child. God bless... His sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Chantel Campbell
wife of fallen officer Jason Campbell EOW 4-14-07

July 22, 2007

With much sadness we send our condolences to the family and friends of Deputy Cook. His service protecting his community is greatly appreciated.

May you find the peace that awaits you and may you and your family forever be blessed.

Respectfully submitted on behalf of my department,

Officer Matthew Lewek
Menomonee Falls (WI) Police Department

July 21, 2007

Charlie ~ To see your sweet little boy play is a blessing and at the same time breaks my heart. Whatever we can do to help him remember and know you as the amazing person you were, we'll do. You are the epitome of a hero, a wonderful man, and a wonderful daddy. You are and will be missed always. You lived and died doing what you loved, being a cop - be at peace, Deputy Cook.

"To live on in the hearts of those that knew you, is to never die."

Rachael Ann Gentzell
friend, cousin of Deputy Thomas Cates

July 18, 2007

Our Greatest Fear

Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again, I hold back a tear.
They patrol in the state, city, county and town,
in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.
The shape of their badges may vary,
but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.
They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,
but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.
To uphold the law is the job that they pick,
with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?
They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,
after their lives have met tragic ends.
Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,
to many have been lost when gunshots ring out.
Our Heavenly Father has called them home,
no more these dark streets do they roam.
Through trial and error they have given their best,
please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again I hold back a tear.

July 17, 2007

Charlie,
I always thought of you as more of a son than a nephew. You were always such a good boy. You turned into a compassionate and caring young man. I miss your sweet smile, your voice and especially your warm hugs. You have been such a blessing to our family. I can't find the words to tell you how much I love you and miss you. I have told the family several times this will not be our last good-bye. When we see you again it will be for the rest of eternity. Love you sweetie, Aunt Juli

Juli
Aunt

July 17, 2007

Charlie, You were not just a co-worker but a friend. You made work a fun place to be with your jokes and constant smile. Going to work now just is not the same without you. You truly are a hero.

Deputy Mike Hess
Buchanan County Sheriffs Department

July 16, 2007

"Loving A Policeman"
As you get ready for work each day
I watch quietly, and to GOD I silently pray
I know you must go, because duty calls
You have to keep the peace and enforce the laws

But each time that we kiss goodbye
It's sometimes hard for me not to cry
As I watch you walk out the door
My heart falls to the floor

For I always know it may have been my last chance
For one more kiss or one last glance
I know I have to always be strong
But I can't help but worry while you're gone

Each night as I lay in bed alone
I pray for the Lord to bring you safely home
I toss and turn for hours, and eventually fall asleep
And I'm thankful when you awake me with a kiss on the cheek

I know what this job means to you
And I also know what the stress can do
So I want you to know just what you mean to me
and I hope I can always be the wife you need me to be.
Love, Melissa

Charlie, we will forever miss your laugh and your smiles.
You will always be remembered as a HERO...... A good Husband, Brother, Daddy, Uncle, and FRIEND.
Please watch over us and keep us safe. We love you and miss you!!! Melissa and Girls.

Melissa Cook
Sister-in-Law, wife of Officer Joel Cook

July 16, 2007

Charlie you will be missed may you rest in peace forever i love you,

Britttany
sister-in-law

July 15, 2007

You were not only my big brother but my best friend, the one who was always there when I needed you, any time of day. Without you everyday is a blur, youre needed so badly and we'll never understand why this happened. You were my rock, Bubby. This feels like a dream that I cant wake up from and I need you here to help me. I know your not here where I can see you, but I know your looking over me. I'm just thankful that we have Trevor to remind us of you. I will do whatever I can for him. You will forever be my best friend, and noone will ever replace you. Rest in Peace Bubby, I Love You Bigger than the Sky.

Kierstan Cook
Sister

July 14, 2007

You will be greatly missed. You will always be remembered for being a hero.

Aaron
Brother-In-Law

July 14, 2007

Charlie will live on in our hearts and memories forever.

May God bless and watch everyone in our family during this time of sorrow.

Sheri R.
Cousin

July 13, 2007

Charlie, we all miss you so much and we love you! We will never forget you. Your memory will live on in the life of your son. May you rest in peace.

Jenny Thomas
Sister-in-law

July 12, 2007

Thank you, to Deputy Cook and all of his fellow officers in our service are, for your sacrifices and keeping our community safe while we go about our everyday lives never seeing the dangers that you face everyday to keep them from becoming our nightmares. We appreciate all that you do, stay safe, may God Bless and keep each of you and your families.

The Porters
Buchanan County Citizen

July 11, 2007

Charlie, you are a gentleman and scholar. I'm proud to have called you a friend. You will never be forgotten.

Jeremy Skidmore
Friend

July 11, 2007

Rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.

Trooper
Massachusetts State Police

July 11, 2007

I want to thank all of you for your thoughts and prayers. I find comfort in knowing that so many are looking out for us. Each day is a struggle for me. When I wake in the morning(if I've slept that night), it feels like this is all just a dream and any minute you will be walking through the door, dressed in uniform, just getting off shift. Your son is the reason I carry on day to day. He is the best gift you have given me. When I look into his crystal clear blue eyes, I feel like I can see into your soul. He looks just like his daddy. Charlie, we will all make sure he never forgets you. I promise you with all my heart. We love you.

Renee Cook
wife

July 10, 2007

Deputy Sheriff Cook,
I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our the citizens of Buchanan County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

July 9, 2007

My hearts go out to the family. As John Walsh says, " It is not how the peace keepers died, it is how they lived".

Deputy Rob Peterman
Leavenworth County Sheriff

July 9, 2007

Dep. Cook's family and co-workers are in my thoughts and prayers. May God strengthen you during this difficult time.

Chaplain
White County Sheriff's Department, Arkansas

July 9, 2007

May you rest in peace my brother, we will keep the torch burning high.

Sgt. Guy Lapointe
Quebec Provincial Police

July 9, 2007

CHARLIE,
I NOT ONLY LOST A FELLOW OFFICER, I LOST MY BROTHER, AND MY BEST FRIEND. YOU WERE THE BEST MAN AT MY WEDDING. I WAS THE BEST MAN AT YOUR WEDDING. YOU WERE THERE FOR BOTH MY CHILDREN'S BIRTHS. I WAS THERE FOR YOUR SON'S BIRTH. NO MATTER WHAT, YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE. YOU HAVE LOOKED OUT FOR ME ALL MY LIFE, NOW IT IS MY TURN. REST EASY CHARLIE YOUR SON WILL NEVER FORGET THE HERO HIS DADDY WAS. I KNOW THAT I WILL NEVER REPLACE YOU, BUT DON'T WORRY. I WILL BE THERE BECAUSE YOU CAN'T. YOUR WATCH IS OVER, I'LL TAKE IT FROM HERE. I LOVE YOU CHARLIE.

OFFICER JOEL COOK, (BROTHER)
SAVANNAH, MO. POLICE DEPT.

July 8, 2007

Rest in peace, brother! My heart goes out to our friends at Buchanan County.

"Homer" Dillingham
KCPD

July 7, 2007

A POLICEMAN'S PRAYER
BROTHER WHEN YOU WEEP FOR ME REMEMBER THAT IT WAS MEANT TO BE.
LAY ME DOWN AND WHEN YOU LEAVE REMEMBER I'LL BE AT YOUR SIDE...IN EVERY DARK AND DREARY ALLEY I'LL BE THERE AS YOU SLOWLY TREAD, ON EVERY STREET CORNER IN THE DRIVING SNOW I'LL HOLD YOUR COAT AND YOU WILL KNOW.
IN PLACES WHERE THE DEVIL IS AFRAID TO WALK...
AT DOORS WHERE YOU MEET RESISTANCE...
IN HOUSES WHERE CHILDREN HIDE...
YOU KNOW I'LL BE AT YOUR SIDE.
THE PLACE FROM WHICH I NOW RESPOND IS OVERSTAFFED WITH HEROES GONE...MEN WHO ANSWERED ONE LAST JOB AND DID IT WELL.
AS POLICEMEN WE UNDERSTAND THAT THIS IS A CARD DEALT IN OUR HAND...A CARD WE HOPE WE NEVER PLAY BUT WE HOLD IT THERE ANYWAY.
THE CARD IS SOMETHING WE IGNORE AS WE STAND ON THAT THIN BLUE LINE EVERY TOUR...FOR WE KNOW THAT WE ARE THE ONLY PRAYER FOR MANY OUT THERE.
SO REMEMBER, AS YOU WIPE YOUR TEARS, THE JOY I HAVE KNOWN THROUGHOUT THE YEARS...AS THE JOB I LOVED TO DO I PRAY THAT THIS THOUGHT WILL SEE YOU THROUGH.

-AUTHOR UNKNOWN

Detective John Halligan
Philadelphia Police Department

July 7, 2007

Officer Cook, I just wanted to thank you for the SACRIFICE you gave to protect others. I pray that God will wrap your family and co-workers in His love and strength. You will never be forgotten!

Tammy Persin
Mother of Fallen Military Police Officer
PFC Brian Thomas Gleason
8/9/2000

July 6, 2007