Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Eric,
We will miss you Brother however know that we will take care of your family and community just as you would have had your time here not been so short. Thank you for your service to us...you will always be in our hearts...George

George Bowman
HEMSI

December 15, 2007

REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER. WE WILL WATCH OVER YOUR FAMILY AND CONTINUE TO MAKE OUR SOCIETY A SAFER PLACE TO LIVE. YOUR DEDICATION AND SERVICE IS AN ISPIRATION TO ALL OF US WHO SERVE. WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.

DEPUTY CHIEF E.J. MORRIS
ROELAND PARK KANSAS P.D.

December 15, 2007

46 baby. i don't even know what else to say--other than it's not right, and i will miss you like you can't even imagine. thank you for being my brother. my heart is screaming for you, and i just don't know how to help leslie and the kids cuz THEY NEED YOU. we love you all kid. tyler will be there for cole and cameron. heaven bound huh? i love ya you big ole stupid.

Trista

December 15, 2007

God bless you and your family

Detective
Cranford Police Dept (NJ)

December 15, 2007

He always wanted to be a police officer. I will always remeber him as a great father, and more importantly a great friend.

David Mullins
Cousin

December 15, 2007

Rest in Peace Brother in Blue.

May God be with your family and your fellow officers.

Corporal Seth L. Sullivan
Arab Police Department, Alabama

December 15, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and officers of HPD. We have not been able to get this out of our minds since hearing of it. We want to let the family know how much we appreciate his service to our community. We will keep you in our pryers!! The Rapers

Jan Raper
citizen

December 15, 2007

my prayers are with you and your family

rest in peace

huntsville citizen

December 15, 2007

"Letter From Heaven"
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from Heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through
God picked me up and hugged me and he said,'I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.
I need you here badly, you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.'
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the days chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....In the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years.
Because you are only human they are bound to bring tears.
But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you, you would not understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you, and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it by taking one step at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you to;
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night...."My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented...that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low:
Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be free.
Remember you're not going...you're coming here to me.
I will always be with you!
Another young officer taken too soon by someone who gave no respect to life. What a tragedy and loss.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Canon City, Colorado

Marilyn Robinson
cc-Pirate Internet Radio

December 15, 2007

Eric worked with me in the mid 90s. He talked often about becoming a police officer. I'm glad he got to do what he wanted to do but saddened that his life ended at so young an age.

Stand down Eric, your watch has ended.

D Gardner
Former coworker

December 15, 2007

***prayers*** for Officer Freeman and family. He is a true hero.
Psalm 22:24
For he has not despised or disdainedthe suffering of the afflicted one;he has not hidden his face from him but has listened to his cry for help.

Psalm 46:1-2
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea.

Dispatcher Molly Melton
Shelby County 911

December 15, 2007

Rest in Peace, Brother. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. Thank you for your for protecting us during your time on this earth, and may you watch over your brothers and family from here on.

Officer Brian Perry
Florence Police Department

December 15, 2007

Gone, but never forgotten, Rest easy now my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is over...

SGT. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia County Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.

December 15, 2007

Rest In Peace

Deputy JC
Cass County Sheriff's Office, Michigan

December 15, 2007

Officer Freeman, thank you very much for your service to our city. My deepest sympathies are with your family, friends, and fellow officers of the Huntsville Police Department. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time.

Psalm 46:1
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Dear Lord,

In the difficult days ahead when those close to Officer Freeman are troubled, comfort them. When they are afraid, protect them. When they are discouraged, lift them up. Be their unending source of strength. Amen

Huntsville citizen

December 15, 2007

It is very hard to find correct words to say. I have no worries regarding Officer Freeman, as I am certain that all good officers who have sacrificed rest in the loving arms of Almighty God. For his wife and five and five children, my sincere condolences, and my prayers for comfort and the strength to somehow find a way to survive this with God's help and guidance. May Almighty God be with you.

To his brothers and sisters who SERVE AND PROTECT US in law enforcement, my deep and sincere condolences, my gratitude and my respect. I think I have reached the point where I can no longer understand how and where you find the courage and resolve to come back to work each day. BUT I THANK GOD THAT YOU DO!

After that, I can only hope that Alabama is one of the states that actually has the sense to execute those who murder our police officers.

George Littlejohn
Outraged and grateful citizen

December 15, 2007

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

December 15, 2007

I'm just another tax paying citizen, a mother,...one you have served bravely, valiantly, unselfishly.

You didn't know me. I didn't know you...and it's unfortunate that it must take a moment such as this for us to realize who each and every one of you REALLY are. Fathers..brothers..sons..mothers..sisters..daughters. Protecting the very things YOU hold dear in YOUR lives..then going out and doing the same for us..every day.. and not asking anything in return, for you love what you do.

May we never take you for granted. Never.

God bless you and your family and may you rest in peace.

US Citizen

December 15, 2007

You made the ultimate sacrifice doing what you loved. You made the Rocket City safe for all. You will be missed by your family, community, and fellow brothers. May God be with you now and forever.

Master Police Officer Justin Fleming
High Point Police Dept

December 15, 2007

I will be with sadden heart praying for Officer Freemans's family, friends, & co-workers in this tragic and sad time. Mr. Freeman is a true hero and I will honor him as I honor all in this tough field of work. Your brothers in blue will take over the watch. Battery!! Attention!! I salute you Officer Freeman. May you guard the heavenly skies....... RIP Sir....

Lt Joseph Panko
Security Supervisor

December 15, 2007

Mrs.Freeman and children,

I want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your children. As a wife of a police officer I am truly sorry you are having to go through our worst fear. Your husband is truly a hero for putting others before himself. Please take care of your self and lean on the Lord he will carry you through. My prayers are with you daily.

Wife of Decatur Police Officer

December 15, 2007

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FREEMAN FAMILY AND TO HIS FAMILY AT THE HPD.JUST KNOW HE IS NOW IN HEAVEN WATCHING DOWN OVER YOU ALL.

AUDRIA

December 15, 2007

You are a true hero, and someone for the rest of us to strive to put the badge on everyday. Your children will know you were the best of the best. Rest in peace brother, we have your watch and your family.

Master Sergeant
Illinois State Police

December 15, 2007

Eric, you were a true gentleman, officer, and friend. You always stopped to check on many of us during stops and wrecks as you came and went on US 231 N. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

AL State Trooper
Fellow Officer in Madison Co, AL

December 15, 2007

My thoughts goes to the family of William. His wife and childrens have made the sacrifice of a loved one who was, like so many of us, out nights and days for the protection of our communities. We all have lost a brother yesterday.

Chris
Police Officer in Switzerland

December 15, 2007