Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Although I did not know Cpl. Roberts it has taken me until now to find the strength to leave a reflection. I visit odmp often and while it breaks my heart each and every time an officer is added, Cpl.Roberts death was to close to home. I will continue to pray daily that God will wrap Cindy and Adam in his loving arms, especially during this holiday season. Cpl.Roberts-you will never be forgotten!

Megan
HCSO deputy wife

December 16, 2009

Cpl, we are thinking of you on this holiday and your brothers/sisters with TPD have your family in our thoughts and prayers. I know you are with us in spirit and will continue to watch out for us from above. May God Bless your family.

Officer Shane Gadoury
Tampa Police Department

November 27, 2009

It has taken me a while to leave this message. On that terrible night in August, I was watching the news and thought to myself...some years ago I did joint investigations with law enforcement, for child abuse, and in that same area of Tampa. It was always such a dangerous place to be. I recently bought a T-Shirt in your honor, which I wear proudly, and my prayers are there for your wife & son whose grief must be tremendous. Thank you for serving the City of Tampa.

Anonymous

November 10, 2009

God Bless you officer Roberts. you and your family will be in our prayers. You our a hero to us all.

David Jones
Brother of Officer Ron Jones
E.O.W. 12-26-01
Prentiss MS. PD

Anonymous

November 8, 2009

I wanted to say that I too work the area where you ended your watch. I drive by it daily and its hard to pass by and see the flowers, and flag and remember your gone. You will be missed but not forgotten. To your wife and young son may God bless them and protect them. Rest in peace my fellow Officer, we will take the watch from here.

Officer
Tampa Police

November 7, 2009

Dear Cindy I can't get you off of my mind. Meeting you at Mike's Resting place. I was so glad to meet you although you could not stop shaking. Reach out for help and speak to others when you can. Your son was so precious. I can feel your hurt and pain and I prayed and will continue praying that God will let me take some of the pain for you. I know you lost more that just a husband. Mike was your soul mate and very best friend and you have to believe he still is. My Lil' David and your Mike did not want to leave their children and wife. One day we will understand. We have to believe in the big picture that is hard to imagine. Pray often and when you are angry at God he will understand. We have to make our our Angels proud of us and remember their laughter and hearts. God Bless you and your son.

Deputy David Abella's Mom
HCSO

November 3, 2009

Sir although I did not have the privilage of meeting you I just wanted to say THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY AND OUR COMMUNITY. You are a REAL AMERICAN HERO !! RIP

Larry Coker VFW Post 424 Mens Auxiliary
A Greatfull Citizen

October 21, 2009

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September 29, 2009

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Corporal Mike Roberts,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Corporal Mike Roberts. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Corporal Mike Robert is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Co-Founder of Survivor Help Network

Anonymous

September 26, 2009

I finally have it in me to say good-bye. My dearest Mike, you will be missed more than you could possibly know. While we lived far apart you were always close to my heart. How proud I was of you! How proud I AM of you!
I promise to pray for your family often and to make you proud of me.
I love you.

Nora Morgan
Mike's cousin

September 17, 2009

Cpl. Roberts,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Tampa. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

September 14, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are still with your family Mike. May Cindy know that we are all still here for her and Adam. You were a great guy and will be missed. You will never be forgotten here on earth.

Officer Jamielynn Pope
Tampa Police Department

September 10, 2009

I am heartbroken to learn of Cpl Mike Roberts' death. My sincere condolences to the family, and his many friends and brothers/sisters in blue. When one of us hurts, we all hurt. May God comfort and bless you while trying to come to grips with Mike's passing.

Capt Mike Sanders
Bannock Co SO, Idaho

September 9, 2009

Rest Easy Now Brother, We shall take it from here..God Bless you and your family. Good Work getting this criminal off the streets and protecting the citizens of Florida. Peace be with you in Heaven.

D/S Bobby Boehmler #4435
Polk County Sheriffs Office

September 9, 2009

Thank you for your years of service and dedication to your community. May you rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer

September 6, 2009

i came on the website tonight to check on an old friend of mine who was killed in the line of duty 3 years ago yesterday. how said to see another brother gunned down and to leave those left behind without him. so sorry to his family, blood and blue, i felt the pain and understand your loss....nothing more to say, just wanted to leave a reflection for mike roberts and tell all to stay safe.

anonymous
cleveland police

September 2, 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)

September 1, 2009

Rest in peace Brother Mike you are a true Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage


Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 71/5/73

Anonymous

September 1, 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
Sergeant
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

Thank you for your service, May God give your family strength- you are a Hero!

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

September 1, 2009

What a terrible tragedy. A little boy left to grow up without a father. At least when his boy is old enough, he will know his daddy died as a hero. Rest in Peace and Thank You.

Police Constable
Toronto Police Sevice

September 1, 2009

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"

Author unknown

May God be with everyone

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, TX

August 31, 2009

Corporal Roberts, I heard of your passing from a friend of mine in the Tampa PD. I read that you were his FTO for a brief period of time. Words will never fully express the pain and anger that we all feel inside. For when one of us falls we all fall. I listened with tears in my eyes as your final roll call played. I never had the chance to meet you but I am sure that you were and always will be a great officer. Watch over us brother. Rest in Peace. You will be missed but never forgotten...

Sergeant Chris DiToro
NYPD

August 31, 2009

We visited our son's grave At Florida National Cemetary today like we do every Sunday. Bob, a groundskeeper we have become friends with escorted us to Corporal Roberts resting place. David left behind 3 children. His youngest was the same age as Adam. She will be 8 years old in a couple of months. It is not supposed to be this way. We have to keep our faith and remember that E.O.W. means Eternally on Watch. Hero's never die. Our love for our son grows stronger everyday. We thank God for the 26 years 10 months and 2 days we had him with us on this earth. His children help us keep his memory alive. Adam will carry on his Legacy. God bless you all. To his Mom the hurt never goes away but you will learn how to live with it because you know we will all be reunited again. This Poem helps us to cope at times. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Our Family Chain
We little knew that morning, God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly. In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, YOu did not go alone. For part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories, Your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, You are always by ouir side. OUR FAMILY CHAIN is broken, And nothing seems the same, But as god calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

Mom & Pop of Deputy David Abella
E.O.W. 4/21/04 HCSO

August 30, 2009

Rest in peace Corporal Roberts, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you very much for your service!

Shelly
Citizen

August 30, 2009

May you rest in eternal peace may God watch over your family at this difficult time.

a corporal's wife
PA State Police

August 29, 2009