Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Somebody killed a policeman today and a part of America died. Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service.

Gordon Hobbs
NC Game Warden

January 11, 2009

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"

May God be with you and your family. Rest in Peace brother!

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, Tx

January 11, 2009

Thank you for your dedication and sacrafice you have made.Look over the rest of us as we continue to protect the streets.Rest in peace.

Corporal Tiru
Prince George' County Police, Maryland

January 11, 2009

R.I.P. Officer Norman Smith. Walk with our father in heaven. God bless you and your family. You will not be forgotten.

Anonymous

January 10, 2009

When the heart grieves over what it has lost, the spirit rejoices over what it has left.

You will certainly be missed by all, but the heroic accomplishments you made over the past 18 years, and I'm sure you entire 43 years, here on earth, will always be cherished...

Michelle
Duncanville, Texas

January 10, 2009

Rest In Peace Brother, we have the watch from here.

Detective

January 10, 2009

Rest in peace, Officer. My thanks for your service. My prayers are with your family and friends.

K
Friend of a fallen officer 9-20-08

January 10, 2009

My heart goes out to Senior Corporal Norman Smith's family, friends, the Dallas Police Department and especially Norm's wife, Regina.

As I heard the news of Norm's death I was deeply effected because I along with many other police families not only share the love for this profession but the love of a spouse who is also a police officer.

I think as police officers married to police officers we have a profound sense of understanding why our spouses offer themselves to serve the community and an even better understanding of the risks.

Regina, I can think of no other term but Norm and you are "blessed" to have each other.

I could reflect on all the reasons why being a police officer and being married to police officer is the greatest gift to a relationship and the greatest honor to our profession, but you already know all the reasons.



Deputy Marshal PJ Carr 0228
Fort Worth City Marshal, Texas

Deputy Marshal Robert Liles 0227
Fort Worth City Marshal, Texas

Deputy Marshal PJ Carr 0228
Fort Worth Marshal Office

January 10, 2009

On behalf of all Old Boys from Norman's old school in England, UK, we pass our sincere condolences to his family and friends at this very sad time.

Andy Barlow
Duke of Yorks Old Boys Association

January 10, 2009

I met Officer Smith once - kind of guy you instantly liked and respected. His Mom and I worked together at the No. 1 BFTS museum in Terrell, TX. Nice family, all wonderful people. Such a terrible loss for his family, friends, brother officers, and community. Rest in peace knowing you were well appreciated.

Sen. Corp. Al Castleman (retired)
Dallas Police (Helicopter Unit)

January 10, 2009

I know of no words that will suffice. No words that are adequate. I would just like for the family, friends and co-workers of Senior Corporal Norman Smith to know there are folks all across the countryside that are lifting you up in prayer before the Almighty.
May you each experience the eternal love and endless blessings of our Lord and Savior in the coming days. I am so very sorry.

Special Ranger Doug Hutchison
Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association

January 10, 2009

RIP, Cpl Smith. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. Reading the posts from your colleagues at DPD tells me you were a true mensch. Shalom, haver.

Police Dispatcher C M Reese
AZ Dept of Public Safety

January 10, 2009

Senior Corporal Smith,

Just as your life and duty affected many people, so has your death. You have made the ultimate sacrifice to make the DFW metroplex and the state of Texas a safer place. Your assignment has changed for now you are in the Lord's Patrol Unit. Look down from your new precinct at your fellow brothers and sisters in blue and keep their backs safe as they protect us.

My heart and prayers go out to you, your family, and all the agencies and citizens that are grieving your passing.

Rest in peace and Godspeed

Tori Van Fleet, Forensic Scientist
Fort Worth PD Crime Lab

January 10, 2009

REST IN PEACE SIR. YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL.

DEPUTY
SCSO PATROL/SWAT

DEPUTY
SCSO

January 10, 2009

Rest well brother you will be missed

E309

January 10, 2009

Rest in Peace Brother. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and the Dallas Police Department.

Sgt. R. Gregson
BART Police Department, CA.

January 9, 2009

Sr. Cpl. Smith......I am sorry to hear Texas lost another officer. I am currently in-training preparing to go to the street working for my hometown department. I already know of the risks that can happen too. I hope your family is doing as well as they can right now. My last department I worked for we lost an officer. I feel you co-workers pain and hope they get through it. It will take time though. Rest now brother, we have the watch here.

Ray Francis, Patrolman
San Angelo Police Department

January 9, 2009

”I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.”
---Isaiah 6:8

Our thoughts and prayers are with your department

Officer Matt Carpenter
Henderson Police Department, Henderson TX

January 9, 2009

You will truley be missed. Rest easy brother your work here is done, watch over the rest of us, we have it from here.

Officer Keele
Mesqutie Police Department

January 9, 2009

Sr. Cpl. Smith,

We never met but I know you served with pride. May you now rest in God's saving grace. My prayers to Dallas P.D. and to your family. We will all meet at the end of watch.

Officer Michael A. Mauro
Fl. Office of Agricultural Law Enforcement

January 9, 2009

Thoughts and prayers are with your family and your agency. RIP Brother in Blue.

Police Officer D. Kirk #309
Round Lake Heights PD (IL)

January 9, 2009

Peace be with you Senior Corporal Smith as you patrol the streets of Heaven under God's command. May God bless your family, friends and fellow Officers as they deal with their loss. Please watch over the rest of us as we continue the watch here on Earth.

Officer S.A.M.
Newport News, VA Police Department

January 9, 2009

Hard worker, knew how to talk to people, great street cop. In my opinion, these are the highest compliments that can be given to an officer and this is what they are saying about you. I will pray for you and your family during these difficult times. Rest easy brother.

P-II
LAPD-Gang Unit

January 9, 2009

Cpl Smith,
Rest in Peace.I will pray for your family and Dpd.YOU ARE OUR HERO.GONE BUT DEFINATELY NOT FORGOTTEN.......WE LOVE YOU...

anonymous
missouri city Tx

January 9, 2009

Rest in Peace my Brother, God Bless you, your family and your Dept.

OFFICER BOB SWOPE #5609
OLMSTED FALLS POLICE DEPT.OHIO

January 9, 2009