Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Eric you will be sorely missed. You always had a smile on your face at all the ball games and always helped when any of the boys needed you too. The world will not be the same without you. I know you are watching over all of us.

Jamie
Friend

December 17, 2007

Eric was a great guy. The thing that stands out the most to me was how much he loved his wife and family. He never told me this, but he did not have to, actions truly do speak louder than words. I was only a friend, but Eric had a way of making you feel special, and once you had met him, you were no longer friends, but family. To his family, there are no words that I can say to help you heal, but time can make things better. Take the time you need to feel better

Joslynn Johnson
Friend

December 17, 2007

To the family of officer Freeman; I am so sorry about the death of your husband and father. He was a wonderful person. I often came into huntsville and when I would happen to run into him, he always had a smile on his face and he talked about his childern and his wife. I don't understand why God would take him, I guess he needed another angel in heaven. But just think, when he make it to heaven someday, He will be at the gates waiting for you and your children and the nice think, we will all be with our loved ones forever. God bless you and the childern. And that God gives you comfort in your time of your sorrow. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

fran Manning
citizen of Marshall County

December 17, 2007

To the family of officer Freeman,
Know that your loved one gave his all, so that the peace and security we enjoy each day will not be easily taken.My prayers are with you.To my brother that i never knew, I'll see you when my work is through. God bless and keep you and the loved ones who are suffering this tragic loss.

Sgt. Mark Kilpatrick
Cullman co. Sheriffs office

December 17, 2007

Leslie,

Jo, Zeke and I want to share with you and your children our deepest love and prayers during this time of trial in your lives. You gave me the opportunity to preside at your wedding after Pastor Lon had counseled with you and Eric. Thank you for letting my family love on yours. May God bless and keep you in these coming days.

Pastor Joel Carwile
former pastor

December 17, 2007

Rest in Peace Officer Freeman. You have faught the good fight and it is time to rest. Your brothers in arms will take it from here. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends, and co-workers. God's speed Officer.

Deputy Sheriff/ Mike Reuter
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (MO)

December 17, 2007

Dear Family, Friends and Co-workers,


I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart knows what you are going through. Thank you Office Freeman for being fearless, courageous, and willing to serve. You will be missed and always remembered, and always with us in our memories.

"My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strenght of my heart and my portion forever." Psalm 73:26

Cathy C. Carter
mother of Officer Charles J. Callemyn, EOW 2/17/07

cathy callemyn carter

December 17, 2007

Blessed are those for they shall be called peacemakers. May the Lord comfort you all, let His arms wrap around you and bring you peace now and in the days ahead.

Police Officer & Wife
Dallas, Texas

December 17, 2007

Dear Eric

Rest in Peace. To your family: May you find comfort in Gods hands.

Officer Ed Sasan
Madison Police Dept

December 17, 2007

Eric,

You have truly touched the lives of everyone you've ever known. Night shift was much more fun when you were around. Thank you for your service as a police officer, and thank you for being a great friend. God bless you and your family and all of the officers who risk their lives to keep us safe.

Heather
former co-worker--Huntsville Hospital

December 17, 2007

A tragedy in every sense of the word. A true hero because of how he lived. God bless you and your family in this most difficult of times.

Captain John Luna
Grapevine (TX) Police Department - Honor Guard

December 17, 2007

Your service will never be forgotten. I will pray for your family.

December 17, 2007

I want you to know that as a teacher of young children, you are loved. I am thinking of you often and I want you to know that you are in my prayers. Your dad was a special person who loved you very much. Please remember the good times you had with him and that you will see him again someday.

Lori
schoolteacher

December 17, 2007

MY JOB
When squad called my unit, I would respond.
Whether it was a stabbing, a shooting, or another dead john.
10-4 I would say, I'am enroute.
Not knowing the situation or what the call was about.
It was my duty to serve and protect.
A mentor, a counselor, all I asked for was some respect.
At times I was nervous, even a bit scared.
My adrenaline was pumping when our sirens blared.
So many killings to them its a game.
Kids caught in the middle,a bullet knows no name.
So young so innocent they had so much left to do.
So forgive me if I cry, because I'am human too.
Never once did I take something that was not mine, not a ten,twenty or even a dime.
I always tried to show some respect and kindness, because I was proud to be one of huntsville's finest.
Never did I think when I got this call, that it would be my last job,my last 5 paul.
When the shots rang out, I didnt feel the round, until I heard my partner say "officer down."
Now as I lay here trying to be strong,how could things have gone so wrong.
Not knowing that tommorrow was never on its way.
The lord had something else in mind for me that fateful day.
This can't be happening I'm to young too die, to my family and friends, I don't want to say goodbye.
You did'nt have to shoot, my life you did'nt have to rob.
BECAUSE I WAS JUST DOING MY JOB...

I WILL MISS YOU, YOU DID SO MUCH FOR ME AND OUR COMMUNITY,YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU THE WAY YOU WERE ALWAYS SMILING AND ENJOYING YOUR JOB..YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS AND SO WILL YOU FAMILY..MAY YOU REST IN PEACE FOR YOUR WORK HERE IS DONE..

Danielle Allen
a good friend

December 17, 2007

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called Sons of God." Matthew 5:9

I met Officer Freeman when I was still working with the City of Huntsville. I didn't know him all that well, but from what I hear he was a remarkable man that loved his his family, his job, and his Lord. It never failed that he always greeted you with a smile. As a family member of 2 HPD officers, I can not begin to imagine what the Freeman family is going through. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the Freeman family as well as the brothers and sisters of HPD. May God keep you and comfort you during this time of grief.

Thank you Eric for your service and the Ultimate Sacrifice you made. Know that your family is being well taken care of. Continue to watch over those that still serve.

God Bless

L. Atkins
citizen and family member of 2 HPD officers

December 17, 2007

We really don't realize all the people that are involved in helping to keep us safe everyday, not unitl something like this. It is devastating to know that the person resposible for this shooting could be so heartless and cruel. Find comforting in knowing, that your husband, and your father, gave his life freely, so that other people might live. Sounds a whole lot like that thing that Jesus did so unselfishly to save us. I want you to know that we appreciate your husband/father's legacy. May God hiumself, be with you in this time of need and grieving.
Sincerely, Madison/Huntsville Citizen

Citizen of Madison AL
Madison City Schools

December 17, 2007

It's foolish and wrong to mourn the men who died. Rather we should thank God that such men lived

Rest in peace brother, you fought the good fight. We will carry on from here.

Detective III
LAPD

December 17, 2007

Freeman Family and Friends,
My heart grieves for your loss. I can't begin to image the pain you are feeling at this time in your lives. I do know that God's word promises that He will be your strength in times of weakness. I always read and meditate Psalms 91, and I believe that as you and your family dwell in the "Secret Place" of God's word, His strength will be made perfect in your lives. Know that you are in my prayers and the prayers of so many others.

Karen Malone - 3rd Grade Teacher
Rainbow Elementary - Madison, AL

December 17, 2007

As a Police Officers wife, my heart goes out to your family, Officer Freeman. For they have faced the day that we all fear. You are a Hero lost, but never forgotten. Your family are in my thoughts and prayers daily. I know God will give them strength and peace to face the days, and years ahead. Rest In Peace, and we'll all be together one day!

LEO WIFE
Scottsboro, Alabama

December 17, 2007

I was saddened deeply by the loss of officer Freeman when I got the news. I have spoken with several H.P.D. officers since that senseless night and they all spoke very highly of him. As I look at the patch that the Huntsville officers wear on their sleeves, Officer Freeman stood for everything on it. Knowledge, courage, integrity, and professionalism. Thank you for all of them. You served your community and the badge very well.

K-9 officer D. Carr
Trinity, Al. p.d.

December 17, 2007

My heart is truly saddened at the loss of such a hero. It takes an amazing person to put their life on the line every day to keep us all safe. His life has ended too soon, and I know he will be sadly missed. Cling to the memories and allow them to bring you comfort.

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6

Angela Bennett
Madison City Schools Teacher

December 17, 2007

Rest in peace, brother.

John Marks
Former HPD Detective

December 17, 2007

To the Freeman family and especially the children...I am a teacher and my heart goes out to all of you, but especially the children. Children...always remember that your father will now be your guardian angel in heaven to always be by your side and protect you. Help each other through this sad time and be kind and loving to your mother. She will need lots and hugs and kisses from you everyday. He may be gone, but he will always be in your heart. God Bless you all.

C. Bailey
Elementary Teacher

December 17, 2007

The law enforcement community lost another hero today. Rest in peace my brother, we got it from here. Prayers to Officer Freeman's family and friends.

Master Police Officer R.S. Franklin
Virginia Beach Police Dept.

December 17, 2007

Rest in Peace my Brother, God Bless you, your family and your Dept.

OFFICER BOB SWOPE #5609
OLMSTED FALLS POLICE DEPT.OHIO

December 17, 2007