Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Where do I begin my friend? I never thought you would be here with my brother. You were the one that helped me through his accident. You sat for hours with me in between calls talking and just listening to me. I know I told you thanks many times!!! But it just doesn't truly express my profound appreciation. You were a friend to many and a brother to all. I am truly honored to call you my friend and blessed to have had the opportunity to work side by side with you!!!! You know that Leslie and the kids are in my prayers... You are deeply missed!!

Julia Pope Griffin
friend/former co worker

September 1, 2009

Lt.Curry,
I have had the pleasure of being a longtime friend of one of your suubordinates, Damas Salas. I retired from the Pinal CO SO in 2001 after a dear friend of mine was killed while on duty. What a devastation to us LEO's, family and friends. I can imagine what your agency's brothers/sisters endured!

Rest assured you ran into Jason Lopez (EOW: 5/2001) up there already for he never met a stranger.
Patrol the gates of Heaven and watch over your brothers and sisters in law enforcement who risk their lives daily. God spared me and I retired! RIP!

Belia Fessenden, Retired #112
Pinal County SO, Ariz

August 20, 2009

To Lt. Robert James Curry, his family and his fellow officers with the Gulfport Police Department:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Lt. Curry’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Lt. Curry and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff

August 14, 2009

Rob,
Tomorrow it will be one year that you have been gone. I hate I am going to miss being with everyone for the memorial service but I will be thinking about you. Your wife and children are in my thoughts and prayers. Leslie you need anything, don't hesitate. Take care my friend.

McCarty
NCIS

August 13, 2009

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are bold as a lion
Proverbs 28:1

God bless you and all who mourn you. May God give them the strength to carry on. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

To his kids: I don't know when you will read this, but I want you to know that you dad was and is a hero. He will never be forgotten, and he loves you always.

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

K.L.

February 28, 2009

May God lay his healing hand upon the family and friends of Lieutenant Curry and may they know he will never be forgotten. Thank you Lieutenant Curry for your dedicated service to the people of Mississippi and the United States.

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

October 18, 2008

Rob,
Gee, this is so hard for me because you were not to leave us so soon. You are a GREAT friend to me and you helped me out so very much with reports. I miss your smile and your laugh especially when it was at my expense (when you would blow that dam horn) You and Jerry Birmingham at DUI class kept my glass filled at all times. I miss talking to you about my troubles because you really listened. You really made an impact on me on how to handle situations that I thought I never could. You know Leslie and the family will be taken care of because we love ya. I go by your graveside and hope you hear me becasue I do miss talking to you. You and Leslie were a match made in Heaven. You both were meant for each other. She struggles everyday as I see her, as we all do. I know you are watching over her and you are her gaurdian angel. "Who'd You Be Today" is the song I remember and I always think of you. I wish you would have recorded that song you wrote for me... it was too funny. It all came about when I gave this helpless guy 5 one dollar bills and he went to the cowboy gas station and stole a car. Gee, we sure had alot of laughs. Thanks for being such a great friend and a caring one too. See you soon my FRIEND. I will never forget ya.... Love you Leslie...

Rest in Peace, Lt. Rob Curry
Mary Lafferre
Gpt. Police Clerk

Mary Lafferre Police Clek
Gulfport Police Department / Friend

October 9, 2008

To those who loved Lieutenant Curry, my heart goes to you all. Know that you're not alone in this journey you walk. I lost my fiance in the line of duty January 2003 and my world was forever changed. It's been a long hard road, and even as time as gone forward, and I've found many reasons and ways to smile, I still have not forgotten the man that he was. Dennis was a beautiful person and he forever has a part of my heart, just as I'm sure Robert will always be a part of yours.

It takes a special person to put their lives on the line everyday to make this world a little safer for us all. I know many of these men never would've thought of themselves as "heroes" but they were in so many ways. It's sad that it they had to lose their lives for some of us to see that. Having said that, thank you Lieutenant Curry for helping to make this world a better place. You will not be forgotten here in Winnipeg. I know this isn't a very manly thing to do, but if you happen to run into Dennis up there, please give him a big hug for the kids and I. Dennis was a good man and we miss him more than words can say.

Wishing those who loved you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

September 28, 2008

I shall miss him very much. I only wish I knew him better.

travis curry
nephew

September 11, 2008

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Lieutenant Robert Curry,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Lieutenant Robert Curry. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. 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. Lieutenant Curry is a hero.

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

Anonymous

September 8, 2008

Bob,

I just received word of you having family in upstate NY. We will be here to take care of them as well. Know that you, your family, and family of blue will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Ellen Guerdat
President Genesee Valley Concerns of Police Survivors

Ellen Guerdat
Gates Police Victim Assistance/President GV COPS

September 8, 2008

My thoughts & prayers are with you all. Rest Easy.

Cindy, Arkransas
sister of slain Officer Randy Basnett, EOW 9-24-1976

September 6, 2008

I had never personally met Rob but,had heard many stories through my brother officer John E Grant. when i heard of Rob's death and the emotion in my brothers voice i knew i had to pay some respect working in a busy ER as a registered nurse we all work together, we are family we spend as much time with the police, nurses, medics, rather than our own family most of the time so it hurts real bad when we lose some one. my thoughts and prayers go out to Rob's wife and children the right words still don't come to mind i just know have good people in Mississippi taken care of you. as to my brother please stay safe on the roads of gulfport because i do love you
cheryl grant cavaco

cheryl grant cavaco
registered er nurse massachussetts

August 30, 2008

Thank you, Lt. Curry, for your service to the citizens of Mississippi and the United States. Your dedication and efforts are appreciated and will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, HERO!

Janice Brown
Conway, Arkansas
civilian

Janice Brown
civilian

August 29, 2008

I first met Rob in 2002 while he was a DUI officer. Afterwards, Rob became my Sergeant and then Lieutenant. Without a doubt, Rob was a great mentor and officer. He will always be in thoughts and his family in my prayer. God bless Rob, Leslie and the rest of his family.

John Prystupa
Former Gulfport Officer

August 29, 2008

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

Shelly
Citizen

August 28, 2008

Rob, it's been several days since your funeral but I still find it hard to put these thoughts on paper. You led from the front and established a sense of pride for all who worked with you. There is not enough space hear to list the laughs we shared together over the last 14 years so I leave it to something you taught me as leader, "Family First". Motors Honor, I promise that your family will be first and rest assured that Leslee, Kristen, and Trevor will be taken care of.

It is unfortunate that I only had one chance of riding your wing because it was so obvious that you enjoyed your feet and knees in the breeze.

Your presence here at the P.D. continues through your legacy you built. From reading other reflections posted there is no doubt that you left a lasting impression on all. I will continue to miss your laughs and jokes. In thought of what Ricky posted, I'll bring you a towel when Our Heavenly Father calls me home.

Ride with the wind Rob, your watch is over so let us take it from here.

Lt J.P.Necaise
Gulfport P.D.

August 28, 2008

TO THE FAMILY OF LT. ROBERT CURRY.I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. LAW ENFORCEMENT HAS LOST ANOTHER HERO.MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS SAD TIME. YOU WILL MISS HIM SO MUCH AND IN THE FUTURE WHEN THE PAIN IS LIGHTER YOU WILL START TO REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES.IT WILL HELP YOU HEAL AND YOUR HEART WILL BE FILLED WITH SO MUCH PRIDE. I KNOW THAT IS HARD TO BELIEVE,BUT TRUST ME,I LOST MY BROTHER 2 YEARS AGO, HE WAS ON DUTY. IT TOOK AWHILE,BUT NOW I CONSTANTLY THINK OF HIM AND ALL THAT HE ACCOMPLISHED. OUR GUYS ARE HERO'S AND THEY ARE HERO'S IN HEAVEN. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL...SISTER OF FALLEN POLICER ANTHONY ANDREWS.SARALAND ALABAMA POLICE DEPT

MADONNA ANDREWS
SISTER OF FALLEN OFFICER

August 25, 2008

God Bless the Curry family. Thank you Lt. Curry for your dedicated service to the great state of Mississippi (Gulfport Police Department).
Sincerely,
Jon Lowder, Cpl. Deputy Sheriff
Union County Sheriff's Office
Monroe, North Carolina

Cpl. Jon Lowder
Union County Sheriff's Office

August 24, 2008

Rob, you were a true friend and will missed. I will never forget the great times we had both on and off duty. I promise to do as Leslie asked and take her and the children out on the boat. Rest in peace brother I will never forget you.

PATROLMAN KEITH BENNETT
GULFPORT POLICE DEPT

August 23, 2008

LT,
I did not the opportunity to meet you, but we have a mutual friend that was a former co-worker of yours and mine. I was on vacation and called our friend to try to meet up. He advised me of the accident, and we were not able to meet due to his need to be back in MS to help support friends and family.

As a member of law enforcement, rest peacefully knowing that friends like I mentioned above are looking out for your family.

My thoughts are with your friends and family at this difficult time.

C 28 901
Alabama Board of Pardons & Paroles
Montgomery Field Office
Montgomery, AL

Anonymous

August 22, 2008

On May 20,2008 I signed the NLEOM guestbook after spending part of memorial week in DC. In that post I wrote "I saw the names of officers with whom I had worked with and had trained and those whom I had never known and yet knew them all too well. Those names carved in stone will now and forever stand for the true heroes of this country and for those who we do not know yet to be carved there.I thank you for your service and sacrifice". On August 18,2008 they buried my friend and co-worker, Lt.Robert J Curry. And next year they will carve his name on that wall and call his name at the candlelight services. Rob and I spoke minutes before his fatal crash about another officer's funeral who had been murdered and had attended barely a week before and talked about other past events. We didn't talk about the future, but if we had I would have told him how proud I was of him and the accomplishments he had made since my retirement. When I retured to the department to work part-time he said two things to me, "welcome back and you can't have your badge number (107) back!" Truth be known Rob brought more honor to that badge number than I ever did. And now rightfully so, the department has retired it. Rob was so proud of being a police officer and to be a member of the Gulfport Police Department. He will be missed greatly and we are all better for having known him. The last thing you said to me Rob was "I'll catch up with you later". I truly hope so. I really do. Godspeed my friend and goodbye.
PS: There aren't any smelly chairs in heaven and there aren't anything but electric staplers and they only ride Harleys.

RN Cook, Lt. (Ret)
Gulfport Police Department

August 22, 2008

Rob you were a great mentor and a true friend. I am glad I had the opportunity to attend the motors school together before my injury which allowed me not to finish the class with you. I still remember the first day of class,when you saw me drop that bike and I can still here the words you told me. "Salas, it is going to be a long two weeks for you, and then you laughed." You will be greatly missed by us all. Look out for those motor guys while you are up there and also for the rest of us officers. See you on the other side buddy.

Police Officer Damas Salas
Gulfport Police Dept.

August 21, 2008

I will be riding in your honor at the Law Emforcement ride in Washington DC during Police Week. My prayers and thoughts are with your family and your Department.

SA Dale R Alford
USACIDC

August 21, 2008

It is not displayed but the badge number is 107. It has been retired and will never be worn by any Officer for Gulport again. I worked with Rob all of my 12.5 years with Gulfport and have been in Law Enforcement for about 26 years. I have never met an fellow officer that had more love for the brotherhood that Rob. To let all you know he got the hero's ride and you should have all seen the send of party after.
Leslee you know how I feel. I vow to continue what I think was started from this.

Lt. Joe Ashmore
Gulfport Police.

August 21, 2008