Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

TK, I miss your smile, your upbeat attitude and your love. There isn't a day go by that I don't think of you and wonder how our lives would have been different. I miss you my darling TK, each and every day. You will forever live in my heart and in my life with the positive attitude that you taught me. So many times I think about you and laugh about things that we did and things you would say. I'll never forget you my darlin, and even though it's almost been a year, my heart aches for you daily! I'll meet you in heaven someday sweetheart! I miss you blue eyes! Thank you for being the kind of man that everyone loved, it was my pleasure knowing you and having the chance to really love you! Thank you TK, for everything you taught me!

All my love,
Sandy XXOOXXOOXXOO

My best to your children and grandchildren! I miss them toO!

Sandy Jones
I was dating TK when he was shop

May 15, 2008

You are a hero to us all and my thought and prayers are with you and your family. You paid the ultimate sacrifice in protecting your community and we should never forget. Rest in peace and may the lord be with you.

Sgt. R. Currier
Princeton Police, NJ

May 11, 2008

Rest in peace brother.

Officer Kent Hair
McLean Police Dept.

February 20, 2008

Thank you for all of your hard and dedicated work. Rest in Peace.

Officer Aaron Spooner
Plano PD

February 12, 2008

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Everytime I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Deputy Martin. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Tommy, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Tommy's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Tommy's life was about so much more than the way he died. Tommy will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Deputy Martin, 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.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

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

December 30, 2007

Officers make it safe for people like my self to walk the streets. I'am an airman in the usnscc and am glad to do what I love. Even though I truly do not know Officer Tommy Martin, I'am greatly appreciated of his work. May the work that you have done live forever.
Antonio Holmes
11-30-2007

E-3 Antonio Holmes
United States Naval Sea cadet Crops

November 30, 2007

I know Tommy Martin because he helped me with some cases that happen in Douglas County and I say that he was a great cop. R.I.P fallen Hero

Tina

October 24, 2007

I was a homicide investigator in the 1990's with the city of Springield Illinois Police Department. We looked to T.K. Martin to train our crime scene tech's. His training helped us solve numerous homicides.

He is a hero.

Deputy Chief Doug Williamson
Springfield Illinois Police Department

October 16, 2007

I knew Tommy as a mentor when I was doing my internship with Zone 10 of the Illinois State Police in Champaign, IL. Tommy was never too busy to explain to a young college student why he did things the way he did. He was always busy and conducted himself in a professional manner that a future cop could emulate. I appreciated Tommy and I am glad I could call him "friend."

Senior Inspector Scott Benton
United States MArshals Service

September 21, 2007

Your job on earth is complete. Rest in Peace and watch over the ones remaining.

Jim Rogers, Past President
Illinois Police Association

August 22, 2007

We miss you more than ever now...and always thought you'd pull through...if anyone could...you could. I guess God has a big plan for all of us and there is not much we can do to change that. You helped me so much in the short two and a half years I knew you. Your knowledge and compassion was second to none. Thank you so much for what you have given me...because of you I am a better officer and a better person.

Dustin Heuerman, Deputy Sheriff
Douglas County Sheriff's Office

August 18, 2007

The policeman stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No lord, I guess I ain't,
because those of us who carry a badge
can't always be a saint."

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
that wasn't mine to keep
though I worked a lot of overtime
when the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
though at time I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
among the people here.
They never wanted me around
except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the throne
where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
for the judgment of his god.

"Step forward now, policeman,
you’ve born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
you’ve done your time in hell"

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers, thank you for your service and dedication to the law enforcement field, its men and women like you that make everyday a better plac to live.

911 Dispatcher
Franklin Park Illinois

August 18, 2007

My heart goes out to the family and co-workers of Chief Deputy Tommy. Feb. 12th, 2006, my department and family lost my baby sister Deputy Elizabeth Edwards. I wish them well and know he and Liz are keeping the streets of gold safe for all

Dispatcher Shealean Cullum
Hardin County Sheriff/Sister

August 13, 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

August 9, 2007

Tommy,
Thank you for your guidance, dedication, service and friendship. You are greatly missed by all of us here at DCSO and you will never be forgotten!

Judi Hansen
Telecommunicator Douglas County Sheriff's Office

August 4, 2007

To Our Brave Police Officer

To wear the uniform and badge with courage,
they study hard to pass the test.
An oath of honor to protedt,
separates them from all the rest.

Standing tall with uniform pressed,
serves a warning to all the wrong.
They keep our home and family safe,
and help the make our neighborhood strong.

They risk their lives day and night,
to protect our children on their beat.
We ask you, Lord, to keep them safe,
the brave police officer on the street.

THANK YOU FOR A JOB WELL DONE!

Author Unknown


RIP Chief Deputy Martin!

Wife of STPD Officer

August 3, 2007

To Deputy Martin family, friends, and the Douglas County Sheriff's Department; I would like to extend my condolences and deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prays are with you all. Thanks Deputy Martin for your years of services. A job well done, I salute you. You are a true hero. May your soul rest in peace.
Respect.......Honor.......Remember.......

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, MD

August 3, 2007

Thank you for your many years of service.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

August 3, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and sibling officers of Chief Deputy Martin. May you rest in eternal peace sir!

Detective Mark Techmanski
City of Syracuse, NY Police Department

August 3, 2007

Rest in peace my brother.

Ret. Corp. Hubert
Kankakee County Sherriff's Police

August 2, 2007

Rest in peace my brother, we have the watch.
Great Nephew of Dan McDuffie
EOW 07/07/31

Patrolman R. McDuffie
WVPD TX #97

Patrolman R. McDuffie
WVPD TX

August 1, 2007

Hero's are not made by how they die but by how they lived. Godspeed and rest in peace.

I am sure you will be standing by the side of our fallen brother Kelly Fredingburg, Say hello for us.

You and your service to your community will never be forgotten

Deputy Steve Polanski
Marion County Sheriff's Office (OR)

July 30, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. Rest In Peace...

Ofc. Dornice Dycus
Slidell Police Department

July 30, 2007

I am so very sorry for the loss of this Officer. Deputy Martin, you will not be forgotten and will be in my daily prayers, along with your family and friends and your Police Family. Thank you for your dedication and bravery. God Bless you as you sleep in God's Love and in His Arms.
Respectfully,
Kathi Halligan Phila PA wife and mom of LEO'S

Kathi Halligan
Philadelphia PA

July 30, 2007

Chief Martin,
You will be missed by family and friends, but your deeds will forever live and enjoyed by all. God Bless you and your family. Thanks for a job well done.
D.K. LUJAN
DEPUTY SHERIFF
VBSO

Deputy Daniel K. Lujan
Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office, Virginia Beach, Virginia

July 27, 2007