Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dear Coroporal J. R. Searcy,

I am sitting here with tears running down my face after reading how you laid down your life in the line of duty. I see your picture with your trusty German Shepherd next to your badge along with your name and rank.
I am in awe of a man like you, protecting others in your community, a family man, husband and father, and just doing the very best that you can.
I just heard about how your legacy is physically being carried on in someone else's life, and I am amazed.
You are the kind of person that America depends on, looks up to, respects. I am an American who is very proud that God gave you to us for awhile. I am a Louisianian who recognizes the tremendous person and police officer that you are.
Your wife, your children, the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office and your community must be so extremely proud of you. I live in Orleans Parish, and though I never met you, I am so thankful that you were doing what keeps all the rest of us safe.
Thank you for your valor, Corporal J. R. Searcy....
God Bless You

Anonymous

July 1, 2010

To the family and friends of Officer J.R. Searcy and his fellow officers:

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when J.R. tragically died.

To Corporal Searcy's family, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in the Bay Area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service J.R. gave to his community and the citizens of Louisana, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 6, 2010.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD (CA), eow 4/24/05

Phyllis Loya

May 18, 2010

To the family, friends, and co-workers of Corporal Searcy,

Please accept the most heartfelt condolences from the men and women of the United States Border Patrol, Douglas, AZ station.

We will not forget Cpl. Searcy, and will continue in his stead, fighting evil for a better world. When one of us falls, all of us stumble, but we carry on in honor and memory of the fallen.

Corporal, all is Code-4. Rest in peace, sir. We have it from here.

Douglas, AZ Station
United States Border Patrol

May 4, 2010

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office. May peace be with you during this tragic time. We grieve with you and know that your hero will never be forgotten. To Corporal Searcy's family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

CSPD Wives Association
Colorado Springs, CO

April 6, 2010

May you rest in peace. Please know the sacrifice you have made is not in vein. Prayers go out to you, your family and all of your fellow officers.

Anonymous

April 1, 2010

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God Bless you and thank you for your dedication and service. Although you are gone, you will never be forgotten! Rest in Peace and carry on, for now you will always watch over us.

Detective Michael Lawson
Wilmington Police Department, Delaware

April 1, 2010

Rest in peace J.R u will be missed

Patrol Deputy Everett Holloway
Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office

March 31, 2010

Gone, but never forgotten, Rest easy now my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is over. God please watch over, and tend to the loved ones left behind.......

Sgt. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia CO Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.

March 26, 2010

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Corporal J.R. Searcy,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Corporal J.R. Searcy. 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 J.R. Searcy is a hero.

Respectfully,

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

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

Anonymous

March 25, 2010

Rest in peace brother. We've got the watch from here. May God bless your family, friends and fellow officers who all mourn the loss of yet another hero.

Motor Officer Dominick Marraccini
Easton Police Department, Easton, PA

March 25, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of this fallen hero.

Andrew / Detective
Baltimore City Police Department

March 24, 2010

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"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

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

March 24, 2010

Thank you for your service. May God Bless you and your family. May he grant your family, friends, and co-workers the strength they need to get through the rough times ahead.

PO JAmes McPartland Jr
Mount Vernon PD NY

March 23, 2010

My prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless.

Anonymous

March 18, 2010

Rest in peace, brother. May god be with the family of Corporal Searcy during this time of mourning. We've got the watch from here.

BL Mitchell, Patrol
FCPD, VA

March 18, 2010

Rest In Peace Cpl Searcy. May GOD give comfort and peace to your wife and children. You are a HERO and will NEVER be forgotten!!!!!!

D/D Gary Carew
Seminole County Sheriffs Office/JEPCF

March 17, 2010

To Corporal Searcy,
We thank you for your service and making the ultimate sacrifice to make the people around you safer.

Rest in Peace Brother...We will take it from here!

Deputy Jason Williams / K-9 Hector
Henry County Indiana Sheriffs Department

March 16, 2010

Rest In Peace, Corporal Searcy.

Lt T Carr
NYPD

March 15, 2010

For Corporal J.R, Searcy:

The response to an assignment reporting assault or violence is always tense. No amount of preparation can make us ready for the individual who will strike suddenly, or from hiding. Only when compelled, by clear and serious threat, do we resort to force that is deadly.

We regret that JR died in the course of performing his duty, on this sad day. He gave his life for the protection of others, while not swerve from the path of duty. No honor is higher. No sacrifice is greater.

We pray for JR's family, his friends, co-workers and all who care about him. May they be ready to reach-out to one another when the time appropriate.

I am proud to render Corporal J.R. Searcy a final salute.

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

March 15, 2010

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

March 15, 2010

Rest in Peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Special Agent
U.S. Postal Service

March 15, 2010

R.I.P. Brother

Patrolman Jacob Jump / K9 Newby
Lawrenceburg Indiana police

March 15, 2010

God bless you, your family and the men and women of the Ouachita Sheriff's Office. You are a true warrior and will never be forgotten. Rest in peace brother..........

Officer Borghesani
San Francisco Police Dept

March 14, 2010

REST IN PEACE.

INVESTIGATOR BOB CAMERON
CLEVELAND HTS PD (OHIO)

March 14, 2010

May God bless you for your ultimate sacrifice and selfless service. Your family is in my prayers. Rest in Peace.

Trooper Simon J. Besson
Louisiana State Police (Troop C)

March 14, 2010