Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

You, your child, and family are still in my prayers.

M. Bowers
ex-NOPD wife

July 1, 2009

You have not been forgotten as true heroes live forever. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and those close to you. Thank you for your service to Law Enforcement.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

April 11, 2009

I remember when you got out of the academy, you just loved what you were doing. Rest in peace unit.

Dep. Juan Carlos Navarro
St. John Parish Sheriff's Office

March 24, 2009

Rest in peace Officer Cotton. I am at such a loss for words. You died doing your job, I only wish I could have been there to help you. You will be missed but never forgotten...

Seregeant Chris DiToro
NYPD

March 3, 2009

Oh, Nicola, I didn't know you, but this still hurts me. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. God bless you and your loved ones. They are in my thoughts and prayers.

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks EOW 9-20-08

K.L.

February 27, 2009

Hi OFC COtton:

I never knew you but you were my sister still. I just read about your death on policelink and it made me sick, mad, and sad all at one time. Yet, I was and am so very proud of you for your brave sacrifice and how you never gave up. You will never be forgotten as a brave centurion of jusice. RIP and God Bless.

Chief JA Millan
Galena AK PD

February 24, 2009

Well Dpy Nicola it has been 1 yr 1 month since you have been gone.I never personally knew you,but my daughter went to job corp with you in Mckinney ,Texas and the first thing she remembered about you was that beautiful smile.I know that your heart was as beautiful as that smile.Please continue to keep a watch on all of us.You are a very Courageous woman and your death was not in vain.As Law Enforcement men and women we continue to strive each and every day on the streets as we walk the same beat that you walked.I know that God has given you your crown and said "Well Done My Good and Faithful Servant".We are all proud of you. We Love you, but God Loved you best.
Take Your Rest.It is Well Deserved.

Dpy Regina P Trinity
Lafayette Parish Sheriff Dept

February 21, 2009

Forgive me for missing the anniversary of your E.O.W., but I felt as though I could not continue to read about so many tragedies. I now realize the visit each day to leave a word of encouragement and hope to the loved ones of others, helps me to remember that I am not alone with my pain and heartbreak. So may I say to your friends and loved ones that my thoughts and prayers are with them now and always. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol and may they know you will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

February 18, 2009

At the one year anniversary of officer Cotton's death,allow me to once again honor her supreme sacrifice to the citizens of New Orleans. Please know that she is NOT forgotten by others of us who have shared the experience of losing a loved one in the line of duty here in Louisiana. God's Blessings to her family and friends!

Jennifer Mayo
Sister of Deputy Hilery Mayo Jr. E.O.W 6/09/07

January 28, 2009

Officer Cotton may you and your unborn child rest in peace for all eternity and may the S.O.B who did this to you rot for all eternity.

Gone but never forgotten

Wife of LEO

Wife of LEO

January 28, 2009

Hey Nicole, I just wanted to say that you are still in my prayers. I remember seeing you the day we, the city of New Orleans, paid our final respect to you. You were in deed one of New Orleans Finest. Take care sister and watch over us as you enjoy our father's home.

E. Dunbar

January 26, 2009

Cotton, It has been almost a year since you were taken from us! I still think about you often and look at your picture, which I have on my visor, everyday I goto work! I remember the first time I saw you, it was the day Katrina struck and you had THE BIGGEST SMILE!! I miss you, Cotton!!

Deputy Sean Gibson
Former NOPD, now Florida Deputy..Academy classmate

January 23, 2009

The story about your death touched me and I am saddened by what happened and the fact you had an unborn child.

May God give comfort to your loved ones and may you be remembered forever.

Ricky Suyono
Boynton Beach PD
South Florida

Ricky Suyono
Boynton Beach Police Department

December 31, 2008

I was in a Street Survival for Women seminar and learned of your ultimate sacrifice. God bless you and your child. I am so sorry that I never had the chance to meet you. Thank you for your service. May you rest in peace- we'll take it from here.

Officer
Cumberland County, PA

December 30, 2008

I can only imagine Christmas with your little baby in your arms and Jesus nearby.
I hope that you can see us.

You are never far from our thoughts or prayers.

Anonymous

December 7, 2008

I found this poem and thought it was fitting for you.....


" I'm Spending Christmas with Jesus this Year"

I see the countless Christmas trees
around the world below
with tiny lights like heaven stars
reflecting on the snow

The sight is so spectacular
Please wipe away that that tear
For I'm spending Christmas
with Jesus Christ this year

I hear the many Christmas songs
That people hold so dear
O', the sounds of music can't compare
with the Christmas choir up here.

For I have no words to tell you
of the joy their voices bring
for it's beyond description
to hear the angels sing.

I know how much you miss me,
I see the pain inside your heart.
but, through our memories so dear..
We're never far apart.

I can't tell you of the splendor
or the peace here in this place
Can you just imagine Christmas
with Our Savior.......face-to-face.

I'll ask him to light your spirit
As I tell him of your Love.
Then I'll pray for 'One another'
As you lift your eyes above.

So please let your heart be joyful
and let your spirit sing
for I'm spending Christmas in heaven
and I'm walking with the king.

Ofc. Joanne L. Fullwood
Baton Rouge City Police Dept.

December 4, 2008

You fought for your life and the life of your unborn angel. It was an extremely valiant and heroic effort.

Please rest in peace, sister-in-arms.

Officer

November 5, 2008

My thoughts go out ot all of your loved ones. There are no magical words I can offer to help them with their greif except to do everything they can to keep your memory alive. You will never be forgotten by those that love your dearly and carry your precious memory in their hearts. Continue to keep watch over all of them, protect them from harm. Also, watch over those still out on patrol guarding over the Thin Blue Line. Thank you for your dedicated and heroic service to law enforcement.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

October 19, 2008

Officer Cotton,
Thank you for paying the ultimate price for the citizens of New Orleans. You are the true hero........
RIP
Jon Lowder, Cpl./ Monroe, NC
Union County Sheriff's Office
Monroe, N.C.

Cpl. Jon Lowder
Union County Sheriff's Office

October 18, 2008

Officer Cotton, I dont know you, but when I read the details about that horrible moment you suffered it made my heart drop and I became very upset. My heart goes out to you and your family. There are no words to express the way I feel about what you experienced. Heaven welcomes you.

State Trooper
Mississippi Highway Safety Patrol

October 15, 2008

To Officer Nicola Cotton and her loved ones:

On behalf of our family, we extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Nicola and her unborn child were killed. May you find comfort in your faith and the support of your law enforcement family and other police survivors.

Nicola, please know that your memory is honored and revered today. This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Officer Cotton. I am so humbled by your valor and courage.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Officer Cotton gave to her community and the citizens of Lousiana, and for the supreme sacrifice she and her family made on January 28, 2008.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

Phylis Loya
mother,of Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

September 28, 2008

God bless you, Officer Cotton. You were a soldier to the end. I admire your strength and courage.

Ofc. James Johnson
SC Department of Juvenile Justice Police Department

August 14, 2008

Hey Baby,

I can't help but think of you and all of my other friends I have lost. The last 3 years have been hard losing 5 of my friends in the line of duty. I can't help but realize that you would have had your beautiful baby soon. I am so upset and hurt that you never got to enjoy the time with your child. I know that you are in the most beautiful place now with our heavenly father, and that brings me comfort. Please continue to watch over our brothers and sisters in New Orleans and keep your wings around us all.

Love Always,
Former NOPD Officer,

Ofc. Joanne L. Fullwood
Baton Rouge City Police

August 10, 2008

God bless you and your family Officer Cotton.

Chris Walley

August 1, 2008

It's our worst fear, hearing the loss of one of our own. Heartbreaking, and scary. I will pray for you and your family. Thanks for your service, and R.I.P. sister.

Officer Glenda Hook
RPD

July 16, 2008