Cripple Creek Police Department, Colorado
End of Watch Friday, August 9, 1901
Reflections for Patrolman Elim T. Clark
I had the great honor of telling your story at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery. You were a beloved family man who served the City of Cripple Creek as a Firefighter and then as a Police Officer. You were buried with honor. Rest in peace your job is done
Stephen Smith, Sergeant (Ret.)
Miami - Dade Police Department
August 18, 2022
Patrolman Clark,
On today, the 120th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of of Cripple Creek.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
United States Border Patrol
August 9, 2021
Rest in peace
Nick mottola
None
August 9, 2020
Thank you for your service and please know that no passage of time will ever erase your memory and sacrifice. Rest in peace always.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
August 9, 2020
Today, on the 115th anniversary of your sacrifice, we stop to honor and remember you and your family. Thank you will never be enough. Your service will never be forgotten.
Erin Gibson-Darrow
Pikes Peak Region Law Enforcement Family Support Group
August 9, 2016
To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 112th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.
Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.
Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater
February 3, 2013
Rest in Peace, Patrolman Clark. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
January 25, 2012
Patrolman Clark, you lost your life while trying to save lives. You are truly a hero. Though your sacrifice was so long ago, your memory lives on.
God Bless and may you forever Rest in Peace, Brother.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.
August 9, 2011
Patrolman Clark,
It has taken 109 years, but you are finally being honored. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Cripple Creek.
R.I.P.
USBP
Anonymous
August 10, 2010
Patrolman Clark - Almost 110 years later, we learn of your name and deed. Thanks for your service to the people of Cripple Creek and the state of Colorado. May God grant you eternal rest and may His perpetual light shine upon you.
Chief K. Moreland (Ret. Sgt.)
Palmer Lake, CO PD (Ret. LAPD)
June 15, 2010
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