Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

What an absolute hero this Officer and Lady is! But, what a tragedy as well. I wonder if her wonderful act of protecting the child was instinctive, training, or both. It seems it was too early for her, but she surely resides in Paradise today.

A Hayes
USCGR (Ret)

December 30, 2010

Thank you for your selfless act that saved the life of a little girl. Thank you for your commitment to protect and serve the community you served. Stand with those who now carry your memeory in the work they do. Prayers for your family who will forever hold you in their hearts.

Teresa Maher
Sister to Patrick Maher, Federal Way EOW 8.2.03

December 30, 2010

As the mother of a police officer my heart goes out to her family. As parents we are so VERY PROUD of not just our children but all who put on the uniform to protect us each and every day. May your family and friends find comfort in the fact that you made their streets safer and you saved another precious soul. Thank you to all of you who answer these calls and God Bless you and keep you safe!

Michelle D
The Mother of an Officer

December 30, 2010

God's blessings on her daily work family, her friends, and her birth family that have experienced her loss on this earth. She was Jesus "with skin on" for that 11 year old girl. May she grow up living the life that is worthy of this sacrifice.

K2

December 30, 2010

I have only offer my most sincere condolences...to her family, fellow officers, and friends. In my twenty years of service this is the greatest trajedy that can happen to any one of us..my son just graduated from the police academy..I'm sure you all saw the gleam in Officer Jillian when she graduated, and the pride she gleamed when she was sworn in...well Remember her gleam, and pride in being a law enforcement officer...Because that was her READY TO SERVE AND PROTECT...MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF THE SURVIVING FAMILY, OFFICERS AND FRIENDS,,,I WILL PRAY AN OUR FATHER IN HER MEMORY...

Sergeant
Webb County Sheriff's Office

December 30, 2010

Rest in peace Sister Jillian.

Ofc. Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD

December 30, 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 whose 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 (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

December 30, 2010

RIP.............Maam, you will never be forgotten...

KELLY BROOKS
HOUSTON PD

December 30, 2010

Thoughts and prayers for the family and department. Self sacrifice is above and beyond the call of duty. May you rest in peace.

Lt. Andrew Noyes
Lebanon, Maine Fire Department

December 30, 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

December 30, 2010

Please accept my heartfelt sorrow for your loss. I did not know Officer Smith, but to have the courage to giver her life to save a little girl is heroic. She acted instinctively, I am sure.

Karen

December 30, 2010

What a kind woman to sheild a child and give her life to protect her. That is a real police officer! May she rest in peace.

Nicole K.
A lady reading about Ms. Smith online

December 30, 2010

Your bravery saved the life of an 11 year old child and will always be remembered. Your service and dedication to the badge is what law enforcement is all about and you served it well and honorably! Its a shame that he took the chicken's way out and could not face what he had done, but he saved the taxpayers a lot of wasted money trying to protect his sorry worthless hide !!! May you rest in peace Officer Smith- you have served this profession well and God has a special place for you in heaven !!

Sgt. Chuck Kimbell
Jonesboro Police Department -Jonesboro, Georgia

December 30, 2010

THIS OFFICER IS A TRUE HERO, GIVING UP HER LIFE TO PROTECT THE INNOCENT. THIS OFFICER WAS AS BRAVE AS THEY COME, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MY SISTER IN BLUE, AND MAY I BE AS BRAVE AS YOU WHEN THE TIME COMES. GOD SPEED.

OFFICER R. VILLARREAL 5804

December 30, 2010

I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray that your family finds strength and comfort through this very difficult time.

Anonymous

December 30, 2010

My thoughts are with you, your family and police family.
Brother of Jeremy Chambers
EOW 04-24-2006

Chris Chambers
Saint Louis Co Police Dept

December 30, 2010

rest in peace, may the lord be with you and your family at this time.

DET/RONNIE COOLEY
BEAUREGARD SHERIFFS DEPT, DERIDDER,LA

December 30, 2010

Rest in peace Officer Smith.....

Chief Enckhausen
Hawk Cove P.D.

December 30, 2010

1 day or 20 years...Still a fallen sister. Rest in Peace...

Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

December 30, 2010

"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends" John 15;13 R.I.P. Officer Smith

Deputy M. Reed
EPSO Colorado

December 30, 2010

My sincerest sympathy to the Family & friends of Police Officer Jillian Smith as well as to the Arlington Police Dept You gave your all and will not be forgotten. GOD BLESS & comfort all of you & keep you safe .

R/CAPT. Wayne Blankinchip
Jacksonville Sheriff's Office Jax. Fl

December 30, 2010

You made the ultimate sacrifice to save an 11 year old. You are a true hero!

Chief Boyer
North Mankato Police, MN

December 30, 2010

So young and a tremendous loss....rest in peace.

Sergeant Mike Barclay
Anne Arundel County Plice Dept, Maryland

December 30, 2010

May you rest in peace and we pray for your family, friends and especially your co-workers who had to respond and see the aftermath this man left behind. I ask that the people who read this keep everyone n their prayers.

East Texas Police Officer
Texas

December 30, 2010

Dear Sister Jillian,
You are the ultimate HERO in every sense. May God watch over you and guide your family and brother and sister officers and keep them safe. RIP sister and God Bless you for your heroic act of goodness.

God Bless....

PO Joan M. DITTMER, Ret.
Police Officer. Ret. Albany, NY PD

December 30, 2010