Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace.

Ptl.Fidoe
Twinsburg, Ohio Police Department

April 5, 2009

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

April 5, 2009

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

April 5, 2009

Rest in Peace Brother

Sgt. R. Gregson
BART Police Department, CA.

April 5, 2009

Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. May your daughter always know that her daddy is and will always be our HERO! God Bless and Godspeed.

Lisa
GEORGIA CIVILIAN

April 4, 2009

Thankyou for your service, you are a hero for us all to look up too. You will never be forgotten. God bless your family during these tragic times.

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA

April 4, 2009

RIP Our prayers go out to you your family and friends.

Deputy Jeremy C
Cass County SO

April 4, 2009

Sgt. White,
You were the first person I ever rode in a patrol car with and you made me feel comfortable as a rookie. You taught me many things and I will forever be grateful to you for that. No matter what you'll always be Shrek and you'll never be forgotten. Rest In Peace Randy you'll certainly be missed.

Officer Jim Blackwell
Seymour Police Department

April 4, 2009

Rest Peacefully my brother.

NBPD Det
New Braunfels P.D.

April 4, 2009

Randy,

I remember driving up to Bridgeport PD to meet with you about that Alvarado PD DWI case. You had only been there for a year or so as I remember. I still recall how excited you were about coming back to Johnson County to testify. You did a great job and we got a conviction!!!

I'm so happy to hear that your hard work and determination paid off. Congratulations on being promoted to sergeant. Lord only knows how far you would have gone.

You will be missed by all who knew you.

John B. Lyons
SFST Instructor

April 4, 2009

OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS AND COWORKERS OF SGT WHITE. MAY GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU. SGT WHITE, YOU HAVE SERVED WELL. MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. A HERO FOR SURE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

April 4, 2009

Sgt. White (Whitey Ford)
You were one of the first partners I had in Bridgeport. You took me under your wing and taught me how to become an effective police officer. You always took pride in your job and you had great love for law enforcement and your family. I am truly saddened by your loss; you always gave the best advise and you were a great friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to your wife and daughter. Rest In Peace Whitey Ford.

DEPUTY RONNIE MARQUEZ
GAINES COUNTY SO/ FORMER BPD OFFICER

April 4, 2009

THANK YOU FOR YOU SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

April 4, 2009

Sergeant White,
Your Family and Friends are in my prayers. Thank you for your service and protection. Rest in Peace Sergeant, you will never be Forgotten.
God Bless

Jim Biggs - St. Louis
Brother of Sgt. William Biggs EOW 2-7-08

April 4, 2009

"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

April 4, 2009

Rest easy, my brother, your watch is over. I pray the Lord accept you into His Kingdom and sets a place at His table for you. Greater love hath no man than lay down his life for another. I pray a peace for your family and comrades that only the Lord Jesus can give. I pray for justice to be done. If not now, I know the Supreme Judge will administer justice. For all must answer and be accountable to Him. Take care, my brother, for now the rest of us will assume your watch.
In tenebrarum tempore fides prevalebit

Deputy Sheriff Jerry Rugen #2422
Camden County Sheriff Office, Camden County, MO

April 4, 2009

May angels lead you in...

God bless you and your family.

Miranda Russ

April 4, 2009

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your time and dedication.
May God be with your family in this tragic time of loss and give them comfort to understand.

Deputy (Texas)

April 4, 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 everyone!!!!!!!!!

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, Tx

April 4, 2009

God Bless you Sir. May we all help watch over your family.

Deputy Sheriff
Salt Lake County Sheriff
Salt Lake City, Utah

Deputy Sheriff
Salt Lake County Sheriff, SLC UTAH

April 4, 2009

It was an honor having worked side by side with Randy White. Unless you experienced it, you have no idea what I am referring to. Randy White was a father, husband, son, gentleman and a warrior.

Randy you have no idea the impact you have left with so many people. You have no idea how hard it is to sleep at night and how many tears have been cried over you.

To the White family: I am so sorry for your loss and the pain. There are a lot of people hurting over this tragedy and it will take a long while to put it behind. Each of us has questions about why this happened that will forever remain unanswered. Randy died doing a job that he loved and enjoyed. Each of us go to work daily knowing the risks and dangers, but continue to do the job.

Randy will always have a special place in my life. I will never forget his smile, his smirk or his laugh. Randy had such a sense of humor and always made working with him fun.

Randy make sure you watch over us and take good care of us all. We loved you like a brother.

Ryan Brock #373
Corinth Police Department

April 4, 2009

"A Policeman was killed last night"

A policeman was killed last night.
He died while protecting your rights.
His creed was to protect and serve.
This fate he didn't deserve.

A mom and dad have lost a son.
So many other jobs he could've done.
His wife and kids are left alone.
Their daddy won't be coming home.

His fellow officers are hurt so deep.
For a fallen brother they weep.
The morning paper will print a story.
About a policeman who died in glory.

The flags will fly at half mast.
Politicians and citizens will seem sad.
The funeral is tomorrow at noon.
It will all be over very soon.

By next week they will have forgot.
That a policeman was killed last night.

Thank you for your service.

Anonymous

April 4, 2009

SGT White,

May God comfort your family and friends during this difficult and tragic time. Your daughter will always know that her dad was a hero and so will your fellow officers around the country. Godspeed sir!

PFC Penman
City of Fairfax PD, VA

April 4, 2009

I dont know what to say..you were my partner for two years..my continuous friend..
You were a true man of blue and for that this world is a better place and I am a better cop because of you..
God Speed my partner..

Sgt. Det. Erika Kriger
Jacksboro PD/former partner

April 4, 2009

Thank you, Sgt. White, for your service to the people of Texas and the United States. Your dedication and efforts are appreciated and will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, HERO!

Janice Brown
Conway, Arkansas

Janice Brown
civilian

April 4, 2009