Chicago Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Sunday, September 28, 2008
Reflections for Police Officer Nathaniel Taylor, Jr.
You've served well, now rest in peace "HERO"...WE WILL NOT FORGET.
Police Officer
Ellisville, Missouri Police Department
October 1, 2008
Having just been on the receiving end of assistance from your brothers in the Gang Intelligence Section, it was with great sadness we learned of your murder. I pray for loving support and strength to surround your family, friends and co-workers as they deal with their grief. There is a better place than this reserved for fallen heros and you are now there.
Detective Tilton
McKinney Police Department
October 1, 2008
rest in peace, brother
provincial constable marty lalonde, ontario provincial police
provincial constable marty lalonde
ontario provincial police
October 1, 2008
Rest in peace Officer Taylor. My prayers to all your family and friends, and the Chicago Police Department.
R.I.P
Cpl Jean Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Traffic Unit
October 1, 2008
Thoughts and prayers are with your family and your agency. RIP Brother in Blue.
Police Officer D. Kirk #309
Round Lake Heights PD (IL)
October 1, 2008
Thank you Officer Taylor for your service and sacrifice you are a HERO.. May the Lord be with your family and friends during this most difficult time.. Bless you all.. Rest in Peace Sir...
Joyce
Sister of Ofc. John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994 Henrico PD, Virginia
October 1, 2008
Rest in peace brother, your tour is complete , GOD'S SPEED. I shall pray for you and your family. THANK YOU
P/O
PHILA
October 1, 2008
RIP Brother Nathaniel,
Keep the gates of heaven open for the rest of us. God bless you and all the Chicago PD.
Cpl. Robert L. Padgett ( RET. )
Charles County Sheriff's Office, Md.
October 1, 2008
Rest well Officer Taylor we will take the watch from here. I will pray for you and your family.
Deputy J. Davidson
Upshur Co Sheriff's Office, Texas
October 1, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones at this very difficult time. May you rest in peace and know that your dedication and sacrifice will always be rememebered.
Linda Lamm - LEO wife and sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11.05.04
October 1, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the Taylor families. I am a sister of an CPD officer killed in the line of duty and know all too well the flood of emotions you are experiencing.
I hope you take comfort in knowing that his sacrifice was not in vain. He was doing a job he loved, certainly not for the paycheck, rather for the sake of making the city a better place for his family.
He is and always will be a HERO!
Anonymous
October 1, 2008
GOD BLESS YOU BROTHER
OHIO POLICE OFFICER
October 1, 2008
My Heart goes out to the Family,My prayers are with Nate and God Bless.
Police Officer S.Moss
Chicago Police Department
October 1, 2008
May God Bless your soul as he did your life. We as undercovers take on a very different look on life and hopfully you will look down on us with pride. It takes a very special individual to do undercover work and Nate, that is you. May God Bless Your Family
CPD Unit 189
Narcotics Investigator
Narcotics Unit CPD
October 1, 2008
Rest In Peace.
#2959
U.S. Marshals
October 1, 2008
Rest in Peace, Brother. Thank you for your service.
Detective Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)
October 1, 2008
Officer Taylor Rest in Peace.
C.O. Stephen D. Celestino
Westchester County Dept. of Correction, NY
October 1, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from Heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through
God picked me up and hugged me and he said,'I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.
I need you here badly, you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.'
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the days chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....In the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years.
Because you are only human they are bound to bring tears.
But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you, you would not understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you, and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it by taking one step at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you to;
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night...."My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented...that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low:
Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be free.
Remember you're not going...you're coming here to me.
I will always be with you!
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Canon City, CO
Marilyn Robinson
KWLF internet radio
September 30, 2008
To Officer Nate family and friends;
What a shame to lose someone you love too soon. It is a true tragedy that Officer Taylor was doing his job to protect the streets and his life was taken. Sometimes we can never understand God's logic in situations like this, but just know that God had a much bigger job for Officer Taylor. I hope that justice will prevail and that God will wrap his arms around all of your hearts as you mourn the loss of a great person. We all should be thankful for people like Mr. Taylor who risk their lives to make this world a better place.
Anonymous
September 30, 2008
Semper Fidelis Marine...always faithful, Faithful to God, Country, Family and to the Corps...thank you for serving your Country and the City of Chicago, Godspeed
A Former Marine
September 30, 2008
MAY THE ANGELS LEAD YOU IN AND PROTECT YOU FOREVER. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND THE CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT.
AUNT OF TROOPER CRAIG TODESCHINI E/O/W 04/23/06
Anonymous
September 30, 2008
With deepest sympathy, thank you.
Anonymous
September 30, 2008
Officer Taylor, you are truly in a better place where there is no pain but everlasting life. Rest In Peace.
Daughter of A Chicago Police Officer
September 30, 2008
Officer Taylor,
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
September 30, 2008
I AM A WARRIOR
by Jon F. Hooper
I stand with God. I fight not for glory or fame,
For they are momentary.
I fight for those who can't.
I fight for Justice.
I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden.
And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets,
For I serve to protect the innocent.
It matters not where or when,
For evil knows no boundaries.
Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny,
I will not flee.
Justice is my weapon.
Faith is my shield.
Hope is my armor.
Cry not at my passing,
For it was my Honor to fight for you.
Shed not tears of sorrow,
But tears of joy,
For now,
I stand with God.
Thank-you, Officer Taylor for your brave service and ultimate sacrifice. May the Good Lord watch over and hold your family close in the palm of his hand, these next dark days.
Karen and Paul Highbarger
Mom And Stepfather/Officer Chris Nicholson EOW:12/19/07
September 30, 2008
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