Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"A Part of America Died"
Somebody killed a policeman today,
and a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect,
will be buried with him at his side.

While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,
and spend many long, lonely nights.

The beat that he walked was a battle field too,
just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
to his name they will add a gold star.

Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
a cop put his life on the line.

Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
and he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call, of himself gave his all,
and a part of America died.
My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and friends,when i heard my heart just sank,just to know that my father does the same thing that he did everyday just makes you wonder. I never met him but my father said he was a good man and he will always be rememberd by me and my family. You will never be forgotten but always remembered as a Hero,husband and father. REST IN PIECE

Jessyca Reed
Daughter of Laurel City Police Officer

July 3, 2008

CPL FINDLEY YO WILL BE TRULY MISSED BY YOUR FAMILY,FRIENDS,BUT ESPECIALLY BY YOUR FELLOW COUNTY OFFICERS.YOU'VE PASSED GOD'S TEST AND NOW HE'S CALL YOU HOME TO REST.GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMLIY.

P/O HAROLD NICHOLS
PGPD

July 3, 2008

To the Wife, Daughters, Family, and Friends of Officer Findley, I send my sincerest and heartfelt apologies.

My husband, a fellow office in Laurel, knew Officer Findley. He told me they often shot the breeze while waiting between court sessions and has nothing but the nicest, waremest things to say about him.

As I drove into work at the Camden Yards building this morning, I saw the flag flying at half-mast in honor of him. I will keep your husband, father, son, and friend in my prayers always.

Wife of fellow police officer

July 3, 2008

Our hearts go out to you and your family. Our prayers and thoughts go out to everyone. Corporal Findley may you rest in peace, you are home now. Please look over your brothers and sisters while they are on duty. God bless you.

The Runaldue Family

July 3, 2008

I work at the library next door to the police station and this morning I was able to see first hand all the love and respect for this officer. It was amazing to see all the fellow law enforcement officals from all over the state and beyond....Harford County, Ocean City, Baltimore County, Montgomery County, and NJ just to name a few. I know there were alot more. To see this homage first hand really touched me. God bless Mrs. Findley and the children and God Bless EVERY law enforcement officer out there.

Solrac
PGCMLS

July 3, 2008

No words were spoken, no time to say good bye,
you were gone in a moment and only God knows why.

Findley family, PGPD and Beltsville VFD - may your memories and love comfort you during this tragic time. My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to all of you during this time.

PSCS3 Lois Kinder
MCPD-Communications

July 3, 2008

We will never forget the times whne you and your sister came down to our house in So. MD. Your sister was playing softball with us and you were making us laugh. We remember how we laughed so hard that our sides and faces would hurt. I am glad that you got your dream of being in the Fire Dept., and a member of the Police Dept. Thanks for serving!! And thanks for being you!! You will always be in our memories. God Bless you and your family.

Debbie, Tina & Syliva Butler
Friend

July 3, 2008

Cpl. Findley,
We are praying for you and your family everyday, and we hope that all policeman stay safe. We think God will enjoy having you in heaven because you were such a great man and father. Thank you for protecting us all.

Madeline & Olivia Frick
FRIENDS

July 3, 2008

Hi Richard: My name is Nan and I am a friend of your sister. My manager, Nicholas, and I went to pay our respects to you, your mother, and family today. I gave your mom and sister big hugs because I know how difficult it is and how they must miss you dearly. Even though, I never got to meet with you, I just want to tell you and all your fellow police officers, THANKS FOR PUTTING YOUR LIVES ON THE LINE FOR US EVERYDAY. May you rest in peace, and may God protect your children and wife, as well as your family for you. Also, lots and lots of people were there for you today, and just know that you will always be in our hearts. You are a hero, and this is a sad and great loss to all of us. Sincerely,

grateful citizen/friend of family

July 2, 2008

No words were spoken, no chance to say good bye,
you were gone in a moment and only God knows why.

To the Findley Family, PGPD and Beltsville Fire Dept - may your memories and love comfort you during this tragic time.
My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to all of you.

PSCS3 Lois Kinder
MCPD-Communications

July 2, 2008

My Brother, you will be missed. Know that your sacrifice is not in vain. We shall carry on, proudly wearing our shields, with honor, integrity and courage. Heaven's gates are well protected by our Finest. Well done thou good and faithful servant. Rest easy in our Father's hands.

Major
PGPD

July 2, 2008

Rest in Peace. May teh Lord be at the side always, of the ones you leave behind. God bless you sacrifice.

Det. R. Castelhano 160
Mount Vernon NY PD

July 2, 2008

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO ALL THAT ARE MOURNING OFFICE FINDLEY. I CAN NOT EXPRESS MY SORROW IN WORDS. I PRAY FOR GODS BLESSINGS FOR HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN. MAY HE REST IN PEACE.

PG COURTHOUSE EMPLOYEE

July 2, 2008

To Corporal Findley family and friends, I would like to extend my condolences and deepest sympathy to you all. My thoughts are with you, I pray for the healing of everyone who suffered in this senseless tragedy. Thanks Corporal Findley for all your years of service, a job well done, I salute you. You are a true hero. May your soul rest in peace.
Respect.......Honor.......Remember.......

Patrol Officer, CPL/IV
Prince George's County, MD

July 2, 2008

My condolences to the family of Corporal Findley. Thanks for your friendly hand shakes and kind words. RIP my brother.....

Sergeant Frankie Bowers (Retired)
Prince George's County Dept. of Corrections

July 2, 2008

God bless you my friend. I remember joking with you at Starbucks and Chick-fil-a about how they were the safest places in Laurel because we were usually there. America lost a true hero on 6/27/08. Let us never forget. My thoughts and prayers are with Rich, his family, and his family in blue.

PFC LACHMUND
LAUREL POLICE DEPT

July 2, 2008

You paid the ultimate sacrifice and you will never be forgotten by your comrades, your family or your friends. Almost 10 years ago we entered the Academy and became Session 92; we had no idea what we were in for. Over the years we (the class) grew apart and today our class motto probably holds the most weight than it ever did....."Strength through unity". My prayers are with your family and our entire Police family.

Cpl Fred Walford #2542 Sessison 92
Prince George's County PD

July 2, 2008

You paid the ultimate sacrifice and you will never be forgotten by your comrades, your family or your friends. Almost 10 years ago we entered the Academy and became Session 92; we had no idea what we were in for. Over the years we (the class) grew apart and today our class motto probably holds the most weight than it ever did....."Strength through unity". My prayers are with your family and our entire Police family.

Cpl Fred Walford #2542 Sessison 92
Prince George's County PD

July 2, 2008

Corporal Findley, my deepest gratitude for your years of service to our community, for keeping us safe while putting you in harms way.

May God Bless you and your loving family during this time of grief.

Sincerely,

A heartbroken citizen of PG county

A citizen of PG County

July 2, 2008

I was working that night, in a neighboring county, when our Sgt told us of this heart breaking news.My deepest sympathy and prayers immediately went out to your family, friends, and entire department. As soon as I saw your picture, and heard your name, I realized I knew you from several years ago,actually meeting you,and your wife Kelly. We had some mutual friends at that time, and I recall some fun times on the Putt Putt Golf course, and a couple of other times too.You knew me as Sally, not Sara as I go by now. I had lost touch with those friends of yours since that time, and also started this job, working for the Howard County Police Department. But I remember your excitement of becoming an officer, and getting married ,and the birth of your daughter, & now to read you have another daughter also. I pray for God to comfort Kelly, your daughters, and your family & friends.I know that Angels carried you high into the Heavens above, where you are in the loving arms of God. You will not be forgotten and always honored.You gave the ultimate sacrifice in serving and protecting the citizens. A Hero does not be come a Hero by their death, but by how they lived their life.May you rest in Peace, and God Bless !!

Police Dispatcher Sara Singleton
Howard County,MD 911 Center

July 2, 2008

Rest in peace brother.

Retired LEO

July 2, 2008

Thankyou for your service and sacrifice. You are a true hero for us all to look up too. God bless your family, you will never be forgotten

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA

July 2, 2008

Thank you, Officer Findley,for your service and dedication
in keeping our families safe.You have given the ultimate sacrifice for your community.Please know, you will not be forgotten. My sincerest blessings to your family and friends,as they prepare to celebrate your life. May God hold them close and comfort them.

joanne
pg county resident

July 2, 2008

Cpl. Findley, May you rest in peace in God's loving Grace. God bless your family.

Dep. Riportella #809
Harford County Sheriffs Office

July 2, 2008

thank you for your service. may god be with u and your family. we have it from here.

officer joseph winterer jr
wells tribal police. nevada

July 2, 2008