Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

October 14, 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

October 14, 2008

RIP BROTHER WE HAVE YOUR WATCH

chrisbolton

October 14, 2008

Rest in Peace brother....

Officer Tyler Roy
Krum Police Department

October 14, 2008

Although your service was short you have been selected by God to serve in his police department in heaven alongside all of our honorable and dedicated brothers and sisters in His heavenly kingdom. Know that your brothers and sisters left behind will care for your family and will never forget your name or your loyal service to your community. now that you are assigned to work for our Lord, give Jesus a hug for those still here. Rest in peace brother.
In Christ, Tom Bradley Arizona State Chaplain FOP

Tom Bradley Retired
Phoenix AZ PD

October 14, 2008

Rest in peace Game Warden Whatley, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your service.

Shelly
Citizen

October 14, 2008

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.

Deputy Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office

October 14, 2008

Officer Whatley, rest in peace and may God be with your family.

Former Trooper Ken R. Bays
Virginia State Police

October 14, 2008

My prayers are with you now and forever........... Stay strong and help each other at this time.

Anonymous

October 14, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the Wardens across this great state and Whatley's family and friends. May God bless you!!!

Anonymous

October 14, 2008

Rest in peace Sir....................

Officer Thomas Wiederhold
Fort Worth Texas Police

October 14, 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.

October 14, 2008

Rest in Peace.

Ptl. Fidoe
Twinsburg, Ohio Police Department

October 14, 2008

Rest In Peace Warden. Although your time being a LEO was short you will always be one of us. Watch over from above as your fellow Wardens patrol on. My condolences to your Family and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Dept.

PO Fred Nordt
Lake Success PD, Long Island, NY

October 14, 2008

God Speed, Brother.

P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

October 14, 2008

Rest in Peace , Brother. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends. You left us way too soon.

Thomas A. Carpenter
Las Vegas Metro P.D.

October 14, 2008

REST IN PEACE.

INVESTIGATOR BOB CAMERON
CLEVELAND HTS PD (OHIO)

October 14, 2008

Rest in Peace

Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Department

October 14, 2008

Thank you for your willingesss to help your fellowman. God bless you and your loved ones. Rest in peace my brother.

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

October 14, 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 14, 2008

Brother Whatley,
You have done a great job on earth and your tour of duty is now over. God has called you home and I know you are in a much better place. Always remember that Daddy is just a prayer away.

Sgt. Walter Hughes, Retired
MNPD - Nashville, Tennessee

October 14, 2008

R.I.P. my brother.

Officer Wil

October 14, 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

October 14, 2008

RIP.Your tour of duty ended and God called you home as he seen you in pain.Look over your loved ones below and know that they will always love you and remember you.

Anonymous

October 14, 2008

On behalf of the 5,229 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Game Warden Whatley’s family as well as the members of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department - Law Enforcement Division. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

October 14, 2008