Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy McDonald Family:

I am sorry to hear about your loss, especially this time of year. Deputy McDonald was performing the most noble of professions when he lost his life, protecting the public. May God be with you and comfort you.

Morgan
Fayetteville, GA

December 23, 2007

MAY GOD BLESS THIS FAMILY IN A MIGHTY WAY AND KEEP THEM SAFE.SUCH A LOSS AND SHAME THAT THIS HAS TO HAPPEN,BUT GOD IS IN CONTROL OF EVERY THING.MAY HE ALSO BLESS THIS BIBB COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT AND ALL THE OFFICERS THAT KEEP THE PEACE/

Capt.Wayne Blankinchip,P/R
jACKSONVILLE SHERIFFS OFFICE,JAX

December 23, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of Dep. McDonald. Rest in peace, sir, and thank you for your dedication and sacrifice.

Linda Lamm - LEO wife and sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11.05.04

December 23, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. God Bless you all.

Paul Bissinger- Civilian
Friend of Law Enforcement

December 23, 2007

Dep McDonald, may you rest in peace. You will never be forgotten.

PO Richard Eckert
Town of Chester PD

December 23, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with the Deputy McDonald family and the BSO family in this time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Brian
REACT 924

December 23, 2007

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Bibb County Sheriff's Department. May peace be with you during this tragic time. We grieve with you and know that your Hero will never be forgotten. To Deputy McDonald's family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

The CSPD Wives Association
Colorado Springs Police Department

December 23, 2007

AMERICA AND GEORGIA LOST ANOTHER HERO, MAY GOD BE WITH THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND CO WORKERS OF DEPUTY MCDONALD. R.I.P. BROTHER.

OFFICER MARC RILEY
POWDER SPRINGS POLICE DEPT

December 23, 2007

Thank you Deputy McDonald, for your sacrifice. I wish that it had not been required. But, it was and you gave for all of us. thank you, may God speed you on to your Reward. Rest easy and secure in the knowledge that you leave the world a little better place than it was. Your brothers in LE will continue the battle. And, more and more people will begin to recognize how high the calling is that you pursued. You are one of God's beloved (I believe) and entitled to special privilege and entry. God Bless and protect your family. The loss is massive and monumental and unending. Go with God and join his Dept now. Thank you !!!!

Jon Wolfe
Proud Father of a Bibb County Deputy

December 23, 2007

Rest In Peace my bother.we were glad to get to know someone like you. You will never be forgotten.Our prayers are with you and the family. U will be missed

Robbie Day
mitchell's Automotive

December 23, 2007

Deputy Rest in Peace.

C.O. Stephen Celestino
Westchester County Dept. of Correction,NY

December 23, 2007

Godspeed Bother...Go in Peace

Det. R. Murphy

December 23, 2007

Im very sorry , my heart goes out to the family.

J. Modena Jr.
Hawkinsville Police Dept.

December 23, 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

December 23, 2007

Rest in peace Deputy McDonald...

Lieutenant
Genesee County, Michigan

December 23, 2007

Our thoughts are with your family, friends, and co-workers.

Deputy Courtney Spriggs
Forsyth County Sheriff's Office

December 23, 2007

So young, so dedicated. We will miss you and never forget you.

Julie Tidwell
wife of Deputy

December 23, 2007

Merry Christmas From Heaven
I still hear the songs
I still see the lights
I still feel your love
on cold wintery nights

I still share your hopes
and all of your cares
I'll even remind you
to please say your prayers

I just want to tell you
you still make me proud
You stand head and shoulders
above all the crowd

Keep trying each moment
to stay in his grace
I came here before you
to help set your place

You don't have to be
perfect all of the time
He forgives you the slip
If you continue the climb

To my family and friends
please be thankful today
I'm still close beside you
In a new special way

I love you all dearly
now don't shed a tear
Cause I'm spending my
Christmas with Jesus this year

Deputy Chad's parents, your son is in Heaven with too many other special deputies especially one, My son. God has blessed you with his child and he will be remembered as a Hero forever. His watch did not end the E, In E.O.W. stands for Eternally and he is doing so to watch out over his special wife, child, Mom, Dad and other family members and friends. God Bless you all!

Deputy David Abella's mom
Etternally on watch 4/21/04 HCSO Florida

December 23, 2007

You and your family are in our prayers. God bless you and keep you always.

DE
St. Louis City Police

December 23, 2007

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Deputy Sheriff Chad McDonald,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We wish we could be there in person to offer support. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. During the holidays remember those special moments you have shared together and the love you shared. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Deputy Sheriff C had McDonald is a hero. He will live on through all of you forever.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

December 23, 2007

THE FINAL INSPECTION





The Policeman stood and faced his 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 badges
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 times 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 silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell."



God Bless You , Brother. I am praying for your family and fellow co workers. Rest In Peace.

Deputy Angie Mackley
Ste. Genevieve County Sheriff Dept, Ste. Genevieve, MO

December 23, 2007

Rest in peace my brother. May god bless you and your family. EJ

Inv. E.J. Jones
Bibb Co. S.O.

December 23, 2007

Peace be with you...

Natalie Jensen
CSPD Det. Jared Jensen, EOW 2/22/06

December 23, 2007

Rest in peace brother. Your duty is done. We walk your beat with easy steps and heavy hearts.

Huntsville Police

December 23, 2007

May the Lord watch over your family and friends during this tragic time. I pray that you have everlasting life in the kingdom of God. Rest now my friend, you've earned it. You are in our thoughts and prayers. RIP my Brother

Deputy S. Myers #127
Berkeley County Sheriff's Office WV

December 23, 2007