Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My sincerest sympathy to the family of Ofc. Greg Richards and the entire Lakewood PD. Please know that your brothers and sisters across the country are grieving your loss with you. May God Bless you with his comfort and peace.

Officer, Phoenix Arizona
Phoenix Police Department

December 2, 2009

"REST IN PEACE"
"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
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 awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just 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 unmanly tears.

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 had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."

Author Unknown

Anonymous

December 2, 2009

Rest easy brother, we will continue the watch.

Policeman
Brother in Blue, Phoenix PD

December 2, 2009

Officer Greg Richards,

Thank you for all the years you dedicated your life to protect others from the evil that took you from your loved ones. I hope time can heal your friends, colleagues and loved ones. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Brown Field, California, USBP

SBPA
USBP

December 2, 2009

Officer Richards,

Our hearts grieve alongside your loved ones and fellow officers. May they find comfort and strength in their faith and lean on those of us who have walked in their shoes. We thank God justice was swift and eternal. You are a true American Hero and will NEVER be forgotten!

"When the storm has swept by, the wicked are gone, but the righteous stand firm forever." Proverbs 10:25


Respectfully and lovingly,
Proud Wife of Fallen Officer Rob Targosz E.O.W. 4/30/06

Brigitte Targosz

December 2, 2009

The coward that took your life was killed today by a brother in blue. Justice was served. Rest easy brother.

K. McGee
MPD, TX

December 2, 2009

As I drove into work on Sunday I heard the news over the radio and had to take a moment. We recently lost an officer and after hearing about the incident in Washington, I cant imagine four. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and brothers/sisters in blue. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice.

Officer J. Pope
Tampa Police Department

December 1, 2009

Thanks for your service and you will never be forgotten, May you rest in peace

Anonymous

December 1, 2009

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

December 1, 2009

May God be with your family. We will continue the battle between right and wrong. Rest in Peace My Brother.

Lt. Dotson
Greeneville TN Police Dept

December 1, 2009

Should you go first and I remain
To walk the road alone,
I'll live in memory's garden, dear,
With happy days we've known.
In spring I'll wait for roses red,
When fades the lilac blue,
In early fall, when brown leaves call
I'll catch a glimpse of you.

Should you go first and I remain
For battles to be fought,
Each thing you've touched along the way
Will be a hallowed spot.
I'll hear your voice, I'll see you smile,
Though blindly I may grope,
The memory of your helping hand
Will buoy me on with hope.

Should you go first and I remain
To finish with the scroll,
No length'ning shadows shall creep in
To make this life seem droll.
We've known so much of happiness,
We've had our cup of joy,
And memory is one gift of God
That death can not destroy.

Should you go first and I remain,
One thing I'd have you to do:
Walk slowly down that long, lone path,
For soon I'll follow you.
I'll want to know each step you take,
That I may walk the same,
For someday down that lonely road
You'll hear me call your name.

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Should you go first and I remain
For battles to be fought,
Each patrol we walked along the way
Will be a hallowed spot.

I'll hear your voice, I'll see you smile,
Though blindly I may grope,
The memory of your helping hand
Will buoy me on with hope.

Should you go first and I remain
To finish with the scroll,
No length'ning shadows shall creep in
To make this life seem droll.

We've known so much of brotherhood,
We've had our grief and joy,
And memory is one gift of God
That death can not destroy.

Should you go first and I remain,
One thing I'd have you to do:
Walk slowly down that long, lone path,
For soon I'll follow you.

I'll want to know each step you take,
That I may walk the same,
For someday down that lonely road
You'll hear me call your name.

Ofc. Brian M. Walsh
Dept. of Veterans Affairs Police

December 1, 2009

Officer Richards, justice has been served. You can now rest in peace. You have served well and honorably; we now have the watch.

Deputy Mark Wilde
El Paso County (CO) Sheriff's Office

December 1, 2009

Nine children lost a parent. Husband, wives, mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, grandmothers, grandfathers, cousins and other extended family, friends and coworkers lost someone very dear to them. In addition to the lives of the four officers lost in this incident, so so so many other lives were also shattered. And to know that all that pain is a result of a such a horrific act sickens me. I weep, mourn, and pray for all.

Anger, sorrow, frustration, pain, utter sadness, fury. These are but a few of the emotions so many I know have felt over the last two days. While I cannot begin to imagine what family and friends are feeling, please just know that others all around the country share your grief.

Although these words rightfully might not mean anything now, please know that they are heartfelt: we are simply just so very sorry.

Wife of Retired Police Officer
New Orleans Police Department

December 1, 2009

Thank you for your service, courage, and sacrifice!

PSO CW Edwards
North Augusta Dept. of Public Safety (SC)

December 1, 2009

Rest in peace....

Patrolman
Pennsylvania

December 1, 2009

Thoughts and prayers are with your family, the Lakewood community and Pierce County. Rest in peace knowing your brothers and sisters have the watch. God Speed.

Off. J. Christensen
Johnston PD, Iowa

December 1, 2009

Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle Autumn rain.
When you awaken in the mornings hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight,
I am the soft stars that shine at night.

Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there, I did not die.

- Author Unknown

Constable D CARMICKLE
Windsor Police Service

December 1, 2009

My thoughts & prayers are with you all. Rest Easy.

Cindy, Arkansas
Sister of slain Officer Randy Basnett, EOW 9/24/1976

December 1, 2009

No words can describe the loss that has been bestowed upon your family...may the memories that made them laugh outweigh this one sad day.
My thoughts are with you and your family.

Cpl. Mike Barnes
Burr Ridge Police Department

December 1, 2009

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

December 1, 2009

For Officer Greg Richards:

Please see reflection for Sergeant Mark Renninger

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennylvania State Police

December 1, 2009

May God bless and keep your family in this time of pain and confusion over this senseless act. Rest well, Brother.

Anonymous

December 1, 2009

God bless you brother. I am glad to see that this evil man was served properly by Officer Kelly. You will not be forgotten. Rest well and please watch over all of us in blue from above. Thank you for your sacrifice.

Officer Brock Martin
Va. Beach Police Dept.

December 1, 2009

I WAS IN THE ARMY WITH GREG AND IN THE SHORT TIME THAT HE AND I KNEW ONE ANOTHER HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN ,HI SPIRITED AND ALWAYS HAD A SMILE , IT HAS BEEN SOME TIME SINCE I HAD SPOKEN WITH GREG ,WHEN I HEARD THE NEWS I WAS SHOCKED AND HURT, ALL OF MY PRAYER AND BEST WISHES GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY I AM SO SORRY FOR OUR LOSS, WE LOST A GOOD MAN

MIKE STOVER
FRIEND

December 1, 2009

The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18

May God be with you and all who mourn you. Your loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for your sevice.

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks
RIP 9-20-08

K. Larson
4-H Happy Tails member

December 1, 2009