Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

It dosen't seem real that you are gone. I look at all the pictures of you and think "is this a prank you're pulling?" I still remember the prank you pulled at G-Wing on a certain now Lt. But then it hits me. I want to say thank you for serving this county the way you did. You are a true hero and will be missed dearly. I am proud to call you my friend as well as my brother. Godspeed and keep us safe.

Deputy Shane Howard
B.S.O.

May 28, 2008

R.I.P Motorman you will always be remembered our thoughts and prayers are with your family

Officer Ted Bell
Nashville Police Department

May 28, 2008

Deputy Thomas,
Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. You and your family are in our prayers. Rest Easy Brother!

Dep Paul Sperandeo, Ofc Amy Sperandeo
Jefferson Parish Sheriffs Office, Gretna Police Dept. LA

May 27, 2008

Rest In Peace Deputy. Watch over the rest from above and keep on riding. My condolences to your family and the Bibb County SO.

PO Fred Nordt
Lake Success PD, Long Islnad, NY

May 27, 2008

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.

May 27, 2008

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

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

May 27, 2008

God bless

Officer

May 27, 2008

Rest in peace Sheriff Thomas, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your service.

Shelly
Citizen

May 27, 2008

Thank you Brother for your faithfulness and dedication to duty. Rest in Peace. I know you are enjoying the Brotherhood you now share with those who have preceded you. God Bless your loved ones as they go thru this time of sorrow.

Bob Johnson U.S. Marshal's (Ret'd)
Blue Knights XVIII

May 27, 2008

Thank you Mike for giving your all, and to your family for sharing you with us. We will never forget you brother.

Sgt. Scott McSwain
Warner Robins Police Department

May 27, 2008

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO DEPUTY THOMAS' FAMILY AND THE BIBB CO S.O.

GOD BLESS YOU, BROTHER IN BLUE.

DEPUTY RUTILO QUEZADA
SMITH COUNTY SHERIFF - TYLER, TX

May 27, 2008

Rest in Peace Sir..........

Officer Thomas Wiederhold
Fort Worth Texas Police

May 27, 2008

Rest in peace my brother. You will always be in our hearts and our prayers.

Motor Officer Ed Uranyi
Chatahm Police Dept. New Jersey

May 27, 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

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

May 27, 2008

The funeral line was long, There's an awful lot of cars, Folks came out of the restaurants, They came out of the bars.
The workers at the construction sites All let their hammers drop. Someone asked. "What is this all for?" And they said, "Aw, just a cop."
Some chuckled at the passing cars. Some shed a silent tear Some people said, "It's stupid," "all these dumb policemen here."
"How come they are not out fighting crime?" "Or in a doughnut shop?" Sure is a lot of trouble, For someone who's just a cop."
They blocked the intersections, They blocked the interstate. People yelled and cursed, "Damn, it's gonna make me late!"
"This is really ridiculous!" "They're makin' us all stop!" "It seems they are sure wastin' time, On someone who's just a cop."
Into the cemetery now, The slow procession comes, The woeful Taps are slowly played. There's loud salutes from guns.
The graveyard workers shake their heads "This service is a flop." "There's lots of good words wasted, On someone who's just a cop"
Yeah, just a cop to most folks. Did his duty every day. Trying to protect us, Till they took his life away.
And when he got to heaven, St. Peter put him at the top. An angel asked him, "Who was that?" And he said, "Aw, just a cop."
His Judgment Day:
The officer stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shinning, Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek To my church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I aint, 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 tough.
But I never took a penny That wasn't mine to keep.. Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got 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 an unmanly tear.
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 often trod. As the officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Officer. You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell"

Rest in peace my brother in blue. My prayer are with you and your family.

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD, Plano, Tx.

May 27, 2008

"Final Call"

An Angel in the Sky Must Leave His Place of Rest,
Gently Tucking His Wings Beneath His Armored Vest.
For Duty has called,
There is much work to do. Little did He Know,
This one is Dressed In Blue.

Arriving on the Scene, He Knows Just What to Say,
Follow Me. Fallen Brother, Ill Show You the Way,"
Your Duty Has Ended, Your Work is Now Through,"
Come Hang Your Hat Beside Mine, Im A Cop Too"

Rest in Peace Deputy Sheriff Michael Sean Thomas,
When One is Fallen we all Feel the Pain.

Almighty and Eternal God, We commend that,
Deputy Michael S.Thomas to your Loving care,
Bless his Family, Friends, and the Fellow Officers
with the Bibb County Sheriff's Office, Georgia,
And Comfort them now and always,
Amen.

May 27, 2008

Rest in Peace.

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

May 27, 2008

R.I.P. Motorman...

Badge 195
Winston-Salem Police, NC

May 27, 2008

God bless you, brother. You and your family are in my heart and prayers.

Captain Gary Graham (RET)
Denver Police Department

May 27, 2008

Rest easy brother. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and the entire Bibb County SO.

Sgt. R. Gregson
BART Police Department

May 27, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Dep. Michael Thomas and the men and women of the Bibb County SO. May God be with you all.

Chief Russell Barnes
Zephyrhills PD - Florida

May 27, 2008

Deputy Thomas,

May God comfort your family and friends during this difficult time...Rest in Peace Motorman......

PFC Penman-Motor Squad
City of Fairfax PD, VA

May 27, 2008

Michael,
My thoughts and prayer's are with you and your family. May you rest in peace Brother.

Motor Officer James M. Brunt
Meredith Police Dept. NH

May 27, 2008

Deputy Thomas thank you for your willingness to serve your fellowman. God bless you, your loved ones, and the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. May the Lord grant your loved ones the strength to endure during this difficult time. Rest in peace my brother.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables

May 27, 2008

No worries now brother. Where you are the sun always shines and the roads are all smooth. Watch over and protect the rest of us as you motor on.

a brother motor officer
York PD, Penna.

May 27, 2008