Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thanks for your serivce. You will never be forgotten!!! Rest easy Brother.

Chief Chad Pusey
Oblong Polcie Dept- Illinois

January 28, 2008

G-d speed my brother

UC
ODPS-Inv Unit

January 28, 2008

How terrible! Trooper Barrett, thank you for your service and dedication. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO

January 28, 2008

May the Lord be with the family and friends of Trooper Barrett today and the days to come. Rest in Peace Trooper Barrett now you protect the heavens above. You are our Angel in BLUE...

Joyce
Sister of Officer John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994

January 28, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers go out to the family. God bless.

Sergeant Robert Jones retired
Illinois State Police

January 28, 2008

"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

January 28, 2008

It doesn't matter how long the service, 1 week, 1 month, 1 year or thirty years, it is what is in the heart of all our brothers and sisters in law enforcement, the love of service to all God's children in our communities. That is the one common thread in us all. You have served God's children in your community brother Daniel, and served them well. As you now comsort with all our heroic brothers and sisters in God's kingdom know you will not be forgotten by those you have left behind. Rest in peace.
In Christ, Tom Bradley, Arizona State Chaplain FOP

Tom Bradley, Retired
Phoenix AZ PD

January 28, 2008

To the family of Trp. Barrett and the Indiana State Police, We are sorry for your lose. To Trp. Barrett: As quick as your watch ended, your new one begins. Watch over us and guide us to the end of our daily shifts. You will be sadly missed, You will never be forgotten and will remain in our hearts forever. Rest my faalen Brother......

Lt. Chuck Evans
Lawrenceburg Police Dept.

January 28, 2008

Sincere Condolences to the family and friends of Trooper Barrett. I heard the sad news this morning and God must have needed another proud warrior in heaven. Thank you for your service to our community and Godspeed to you, young sir.

Indiana Citizen

January 28, 2008

REST IN PEACE GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR FREINDS AND CO WORKERS . THE FAMILY OF DET WILLIAM ROLNIAK EOW 2-4-04

January 28, 2008

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

January 28, 2008

My heart and prayers are with the family, friends and coworkers of Trooper Barrett. May God be with you and guide you through these dark and troubled times.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02

January 28, 2008

Rest in peace Trooper Barrett, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. You will never be forgotten! Thank you for your service!

Shelly
Citizen

January 28, 2008

my thoughts go to you,your family and fellow officers.thanks for keeping this world safer! rest in peace! belgium(europe)

francky wygers

January 28, 2008

Rest in peace, Trooper Barrett. You will not be forgotten. May God bless your family and friends.

Craig Dabroski, Cop Dad

Craig Dabroski

January 28, 2008

My prayers are with the family during this tragic time of grieving. I am impressed with the courage and dedication of young people, like Trooper Daniel Barrett, who are willing to dedicate their lives for the safety of our citizens.

Respectfully,
John Hill

Major (retired) John H. Hill
Indiana State Police

January 28, 2008

My prayers and thoughts go out to the Indiana State Police family as well as to Tpr. Barrett's family.

D/Sgt. (Ret.) Al Norris
Michigan State Police

January 28, 2008

Trooper Barrett, You took an oath to protect the citizens of this great country. You made the ultimate sacrifice, May God bless your friends and family and may God bless you. Rest in peace Trooper Barrett, We have got it from here...

Detective Michael J. Saxe Retired/Disabled
Co-worker-Survivor 9/11/2001

Detective Michael J. Saxe
NYPD

January 28, 2008

I'm so sorry for your loss.
Susie of Barling, Arkansas

Susie Cross
Sister of Police Officer

January 28, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Tpr. Danial Barrett and the men and women of the Indiana State Police. May God be with you all.

Chief Russell Barnes
Zephyrhills PD - Florida

January 28, 2008

Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. May the strength and support of your brothers and sisters in blue help bring peace to your family and friends.

Patrolman M. Roush
Toledo Police Dept.

January 28, 2008

On behalf of the 5,200 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Trooper Barrett’s family as well as the members of the Indiana State Police. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

January 28, 2008

I just came home for a moment during my shift to check my mail when I saw your memorial. I can't believe that another trooper has lost his life in the line of duty. I will probably be back on the road in ten minutes facing hours of boredom or moments of terror. The sad thing is, this memorial is never ending. I always check this site everyday so that I never lose sight of the realities of police work.
I am sorry for the families left behind. They will have to constantly be reminded of this. Just maybe they can find a way to go on with their lives and have their broken hearts healed..if there is such a thing. Trooper Barrett is a hero to every trooper that puts on his uniform everyday. I know I will think of you throughout this day and try to be a little safer as the hours go by. If you know Trooper Barret's family, please stay with them and comfort them in the days to come. To Trooper Barrett...... You will always be remembered. Thanks for your service.

N.C. Trooper
N.C. State Highway Patrol

January 28, 2008

RIP 67th brother. You will never be forgotten.
Trooper
Indiana State Police

Trooper
Indiana State Police

January 28, 2008

Our prayers are with you and your family. May you rest in peace. You will be missed, Trooper. Thank you for your dedication.

Trooper Jim Cody
Indiana State Police

January 28, 2008