Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

No words can console the family, friends and coworkers of Det. Pearson right now, but know that you have the prayers of many who care. God bless you all.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02

Anonymous

April 8, 2009

There are never any words to express such sorrow, especially for someone that places their life on the line for our very own safety. May he RIP and may God be with the family and many friends of Det Pearson. May you find the strength and comfort you all need during this tragedy.

Anonymous

April 8, 2009

GOd Bless your soul. Your sacrifice for the people of Lenoir County will not be forgotten.

Patrolman James E. Johnson
Columbia SC Police Department

April 8, 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 8, 2009

God Bless you and your family.

Detective
Cranford Police Dept (NJ)

April 8, 2009

My family and I will keep you in our prayers. I meet Allen when I was an employee at Neuse Sport Shop and thought highly of him as an officer. He will be missed greatly. God Bless you in this time of sorry, but celebrate his dedication and commitment as a law enforcement officer. He was a fine person.

Sammy Whitehurst, Corrections Officer
NC Department of Corrections

April 8, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to the family, friends, and co-workers of Detective Allen Pearson. God Bless him for his service to the Lenoir County Sheriff's Department. Rest in Peace sir, you will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Jim May (ret)
CMPD Charlotte, N.C.

April 8, 2009

Det. Pearson your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May God be with your family and friends during their time of need.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept... Clarksville, Tennessee

April 8, 2009

While I personally never met Det. Pearson, I can only know that he must have been a courageous and honorable man. Kevin Gibbons is one of my husbands' best friends and Det. Pearson was one of Kevin's friends, that's all i need to know. My prayers and condolences are with the entire Pearson family.

With Love and Prayers,
Cory, Erin, Riley, Maggieann and Ella Burton

Mrs. Erin Burton
Wife of Cory Burton, friends of Kevin Gibbons

April 8, 2009

Thank you Detective Pearson for your service and sacrifice you are a HERO! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends today and always... Rest in Peace Sir...

Joyce
Sister of Ofc. John P Harris EOW 8/19/1994 Henrico PD Virginia

April 8, 2009

Rest in Peace, Brother.

F Officer Winslow
Federal Police

April 8, 2009

• A PART OF AMERICA DIED.... Somebody killed a policeman today .... And a part of America died…. A piece of our country he swore to protect .... Will be buried with him at his side.... The beat that he walked was a battlefield too,.... Just as if he had gone off to war, .... Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half-mast .... To his name they will add a gold star.... The suspect that shot him will stand up in court .... With counsel demanding his rights,.... While a young widowed mother must work for her kids .... And spend many long, lonely nights... .. Yes, somebody killed a policeman today…. Maybe in your town or mine,.... While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors.... A cop put his life on the line.... Now his ghost walks the beat on a dark city street, .... And he stands at each new rookie's side; .... He answered the call… of himself gave his all,.... And a part of America died.

R I P Detective Pearson.

Randy Keenan / Sgt. Retired
Alameda, CA PD

April 8, 2009

Allen
You will be missed by all. Prayers to your Department and Family.
This Easter will not be the same without you

Dee Dee, Ret
Sister in Blue

April 8, 2009

Rest in peace, brother.

Officer R. Law
Rocklin PD

April 8, 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 8, 2009

No doubt you lived a hero, but you certainly died a hero and we honor you for your service and sacrifice. God bless you for making the ultimate sacrifice.

We are praying for you, for family and your department during this horrible time of loss. Thank you seems so little for such a big loss.

Love, YOur new "aunt" in Southern California
Aunt LoVae

LoVae Pray Martines, Law Enf. Liaison
MADD-San Bernardino County, CA

April 8, 2009

May God be with you and the Family & friends and CO Workers at this time. A hero has fallen. May you find Gods Peace at this time.

cheif Deputy Sheriff

April 8, 2009

In prayer for Allen Pearson and Ryan Dawson's families. "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God." 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Britt Hewitt

April 8, 2009

Allen was a great person and friend. He died honorably doing waht he loved and always had a passion for, to protect others. I attended North Lenoir High School with Allen for a few years and he was always smiling or making others smile and laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with the Pearson family and friends in this time of sorrow. He will certainly be greatly missed as he is now with the Lord.

Andrea Swinson
Friend/Classmate

April 8, 2009

May God's grace and love be with the family, friends, and fellow officers during this difficult time.
My prayers are with you all.

Rev. Teresa Daughety
citizen of Lenoir Co.

April 8, 2009

Thank you for your service sir.

Captain Kent Myers
Stanly Co Sheriff's Office

April 8, 2009

Anyone who pins on the badge is truly special. Blessed are the Peacemakers..........for those who have fought and died for us, LIFE has a meaning the protected will never know

Lake Sam 4

April 8, 2009

May God lay his healing hand upon the family and friends of Detective Pearson and may they know you will never be forgotten. Thank you Detective Pearson for your dedicated service to the people of North Carolina and the United States.

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

April 8, 2009

My sincerest condolences to the family of Detective Pearson. May God give you peace in this difficult hour. My prayers are with you.

Darrell Eubanks

April 8, 2009

Fallen Hero (Killed in the line of duty!)

A hero has fallen, RIP Allen Pearson!


In The Line of Duty"
What is the meaning of "In The Line Of Duty"
It means that an officer made the Ultimate sacrifice.

It means that someone took an officer's life.

A hero has fallen.

Officers who gave their all
To protect and serve
Have been killed by someone whom they swore
To protect and serve.

It means that their badge will no longer be on their chest
And they will join
"The Best Of The Best"
It means that family and friends are left behind
To deal with the lost of a loved one.

Only having the memories of that loved one
Close to their hearts.

Something no one can ever take away.

It means that family members will stand at the officers grave
And wonder why ...
Why would someone take an officer's life
And leave them there to die?
If we only knew.

Today an officer will place their badge on their chest
To fulfill the dreams of heroes killed
"In The Line Of Duty"

Emilee & David Tyndall
Friend

April 8, 2009