Tampa Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Reflections for Corporal Michael Joseph Roberts
On behalf of all Missouri law enforcement officers, dispatchers and the like, we extend our sincere sympathy to the family, fellow officers and friends of Corporal Roberts. Thank you for your service. Rest in Peace our fallen hero.
Scott Barthelmass, Founder/Team Manager
Missouri Law Enforcement Funeral Assistance Team
August 29, 2009
To Corporal Mike Roberts, to all family members and friends who call him beloved, and to his law enforcement family:
I was sorry to learn of Mike's death and extend my sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you have suffered. Words are insufficient to describe the sadness I feel for the Roberts family. May you find comfort in your faith and the support of the law enforcement community.
There are many police survivors who share this same journey with you, and that community will be there to support you. Mike's memory will be forever honored and revered.
This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Mike gave to his community and the citizens of Florida and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on August 19, 2009.
Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD, eow 4/24/05
Anonymous
August 29, 2009
Rest in Peace, Brother.
OFC B. Grajek
August 28, 2009
Rest in Peace Sir you will never be forgotten, Your family is in my prayers
Mike
Fellow Officer
August 28, 2009
God Speed, Brother.
P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ
August 27, 2009
Rest in Peace Brother and thank you for your service. My prayers are with your family and department.
Deputy John Latour (retired)
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
August 27, 2009
God bless your wife, son and your brothers & sisters at TPD. We all are mourning you. Rest In Peace! GODSPEED!!!
Communications Spvr. Justine Stickley
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office
August 26, 2009
Your shadow will now protect all of us left to do our duty. God speed.
Deputy R.L. Matthews
Bladen Co SO,NC father of Dep. C. Brain Matthews EOW 9-30-05
August 26, 2009
Corporal Roberts, My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and your department during this very sad time. Thank you for giving your all in a job that so often is thankless yet so rewarding. May God surround all of your close and extended family with his love and compassion.
Code Enforcement Officer Laurie Lowery
Puyallup WA
August 26, 2009
R.I.P Brother Officer.
Captain Cedric Raymond
NYPD
August 26, 2009
To Cindy Roberts - May your faith in God and Christ get you through this most difficult time in your life and that of your son, Adam. May you and your family know The Peace That Passes All Understanding and May God Grant You His Peace.
To Tampa Police Department - My sympathy on the passing of a fine LEO. Cpl. Mike Roberts is a HERO and I know that you all miss him but please know that he is watching over you as he walks a new beat in Heaven.
Thank you to all Law Enforcement Officers for your service to protect us. May God Bless You one and all.
Mother of a LEO
August 26, 2009
Rest in peace brother.
Sergeant Fredric Meyers Jr
City of North Port Police Department
August 26, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you Mike, and your family. May God give them the strength and courage to face your new journey.
Miguel Aviles
Tampa Police Reserve
August 26, 2009
Gone, but never forgotten, Rest easy now my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is over.......
Sgt. John L Gulledge(Ret.)
Escambia Co. Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.
August 26, 2009
We love you Mike. You are my hero. I look forward to the day that I will see you again. Please watch over us.
Ofc. J. Canfield
Tampa Police Department/ Squad 210
August 26, 2009
May you rest in peace Detective Roberts . You service to your Country is greatly appreciated . I am sure that GOD was pleased to present you with "YOUR GOLD SHIELD" when you arrived in his kingdom . You Wife and Son will always be looked after by your Brethren , and with your guidance from above . May your Family embrace all there memories of you , the Man , the Husband , the Father , the Police Officer . God speed Mike , and to my friends on the Tampa P.D. , may God comfort you during this time of morning.
Franklyn Jones Retired Patrolman
Oxford Police Dept. Oxford, Ma.
August 26, 2009
Rest in Peace Brother!
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this painful time.
Thank You for your dedication.
Officer
Dodge City Police Department
August 25, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the Tampa PD. Fallen but never forgotten.
Bryan laurie- Son of Fallen Officer
Nathan Laurie EOW 7-29-04
August 25, 2009
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Corporal Mike Roberts and to the entire Tampa Police Dept. Thank you Sir for your years of service, dedication, and ultimate sacrifice to your community. RIP
Ofc. Eric Chiang
San Francisco Police Department
August 25, 2009
Mrs. Roberts and Adam,
It takes a very special person to serve this great nation and his community. Cpl Roberts was that special person. Your extended family at the Lee County Sheriff's Office salute him for a job well done. He is gone but not forgotten. He's now in heaven with the other angels watching over us. May god continue to bless you and your family.
Deputy J. Garcia
LCSO
Deputy J.Garcia
Lee County Sheriff's Office
August 25, 2009
Another Great Warrior was lost but he will not be forgotten. Please know that our thought's and prayers are with the family of Cpl. Mike Roberts and his extended family the Tampa Police Department. Rest in Peace brother warrior you will be keeping a watch over all of us now.
D/S Shane Love
Seminole County Sheriff's Office
August 25, 2009
Another angel is flying high...rest in peace Corporal...and to your family, personal and professional, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your service.
Debbie Barton
Wife of Sgt. Keith Barton of Largo Police Department
August 25, 2009
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God.
Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake:for thiers is the knigdom of heaven.
Blessed are ye, when men Shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.
Matthew 5:9,10&11.
My the Lord Bless and comfort you family. And know this, Your little boy will alsways know the his daddy was a hero. we watch over him here on earth as you cover him from heavn.
Anonymous
August 25, 2009
I just watched Cpl Roberts' funeral on TV and felt the need to say THANK YOU to him and his family for his service. I didn't know him but I am sure that he was a proud officer, husband and father. To his wife and son, you are the strongest people I know right now. Remember Mike with love. Remember all the funny things he said or did. As long as you talk about him he will never truly be gone. You will see him again one day. He is waiting patiently and watching over you both. May God give you the strength to get through these next few months. Bless you both.
Emily Baker
none
August 25, 2009
Our condolences go out to Cindy, Adam and family. My husband was in law enforcement for 27 years and we watched Corporal Roberts' memorial service with tears in our eyes. Our community has lost a brave and valuable member. May he rest in peace.
Eddy and Suzanne Perez
August 25, 2009
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