Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thinking of the Chapin family this Thanksgiving.
I know you miss him so much.

Lorraine Bond

November 25, 2011

Thank you for teaching me to play golf. I am thankful for knowing you! I put this uniform on for you, Sir.
I look forward to seeing you again....

P. O.
Chattanooga Police Dept.

November 23, 2011

I want to thank SGT Chapin for all he did to protect the people of his community. I'd also like to offer my heartfelt sympathy to his family, fellow officers, and those everywhere that put themselves at risk to help others. My words are so small and his sacrifice so large but I felt I had to do something to acknowledge it.

Jennie Blair
Citizen

September 4, 2011

R.I.P. Sgt Chapin. We met at a training seminar in Chattanooga. He was a real good person and fellow brother officer. You will be missed. God Bless you and your Family!

Officer Ret.
TN. Military State Police Dept. Nashville TN

June 29, 2011

RIP, thank you for your service. I did not know Sgt Chapin but when an officer gives his/her life in the line of duty they should all be reconized.

Officer Lisa Rebar
LAPD-Topanga Division

June 4, 2011

You dreamed the impossible dream, and fought the good fight. Rest in Peace...Thank you for your sacrifice.

Captain (retired) Robert J Whalen
Chicao Police Department

May 27, 2011

Met Tim briefly at a retreat in Georgia a while back. Always hurts when a brother falls but Ive never known an officer personally who fell in the line of duty. My heart goes out to all those he leaves behind.

Ptlm. J.M. Jenkins
Ramseur PD , NC

May 24, 2011

I grew up in Hamilton County, but I did not know, Sgt. Chapin. I would like to thank him, for his service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chattanooga. It is greatly appreciated. By now, he is in Heaven. Rest in peace, Sir. You will never be forgotten.

I wish to extend my deepest sympathy, to his family, friends, and to the Chattanooga Police Dept. May God bless and comfort you.

Citizen
Nashville, Tennessee

May 17, 2011

You are sadly missed and our hearts are still heavy. Today remember Officer Jacks. Rest easy Sir!

Police Officer

May 6, 2011

I listened to your funeral service on the radio and was truly moved by the kind words that were said. These words reflected your dedication to your community, and you will be truly missed. Thank you for your service to Chattanooga. May you rest in peace. May God bless you and your family.

Anonymous

April 14, 2011

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Every time I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the officer they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Sergeant Chapin. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. (The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. I can also be found on Face Book.) You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Tim, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Tim's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Tim's life was about so much more than the way he died. Tim will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Sergeant Chapin, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been eight years and he's still very much missed and forever loved.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancée of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

April 14, 2011

Sgt. Chapin,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chattanooga. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. After reading all the reflections left here for you Sir all I can say is you were not a supervisor-You were a LEADER!

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

April 14, 2011

"In The Line of Duty"

What is the meaning of "In The Line Of Duty"
It means that an officer made the Ultimate sacrifice.
It means that someone took an officer's life.
A hero has fallen.

Officers who gave their all
To protect and serve
Have been killed by someone whom they swore
To protect and serve.

It means that their badge will no longer be on their chest
And they will join
"The Best Of The Best"

It means that family and friends are left behind
To deal with the lost of a loved one.
Only having the memories of that loved one
Close to their hearts.
Something no one can ever take away.

It means that family members will stand at the officers grave
And wonder why ...
Why would someone take an officer's life
And leave them there to die?
If we only knew.

Today an officer will place their badge on their chest
To fulfill the dreams of heroes killed
"In The Line Of Duty"

Detective
Hamilton Co. Sheriff's Office

April 14, 2011

No greater sacrifice could have been made that day, Godspeed Sgt Chapin. You have our respect and your family will remain in our prayers.

The Staff at TowCo

April 14, 2011

Many Loving thoughts and prayers go out to all those who are feeling your loss. Thank you for your dedication and service. You will NEVER be forgotten

Heroes Live Forever.....

Meridith Jensen---Colorado Springs, CO
Wife of CSPD Sgt. Jeff Jensen

April 14, 2011

Rest in Peace my Brother, God Bless you, your family and your Dept.

Officer Bob Swope #5609
Olmsted Falls Police Dept.Ohio

April 13, 2011

Your work will not be forgotten Warrior. May you rest in peace and know that we now carry the burden for you.

Dan Whidby
DOD Military Working Dog Breeding Program

April 11, 2011

Heroes do not run from fear. They stand and fight for us all. No words of mine can express the sadness your family must feel but I pray that they will be comforted in the times to come. Godspeed Sergeant.

Anonymous

April 11, 2011

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

April 11, 2011

My prayer is that God will keep your wife and your kids in perfect peace...See you in Glory....Job well done....

Anonymous

April 11, 2011

Heartfelt Condolences to the Family and brother Officers of Sgt. Chapin.

TF7693
United States Marshals Service

April 10, 2011

My condolences and deepest respect to the family, friends and co-workers of SGT Chapin. He rests in the company of the angels and saints of heaven. He praises our Lord Jesus and lives in paradise, now waiting for the day he is reunited with those he loves.

Rest easy, Sergeant. We have the watch.

Officer Douglas M. Wiencek
Metra Transit Police Department

April 10, 2011

‎16. For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. 17. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with ...the Lord forever.

1 Thessalonians 4:16-17

Rest in peace our brother until that great day.

Detective Mike Cox
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office

April 10, 2011

Rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones.

Greater love hath no one than this, that someone lays down his life for his friends. John 15:13

Friend of USFS Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9/20/08

Anonymous

April 9, 2011

"We Remember the Officers"
We remember the officers who changed our lives,
The men and woman who protected us day and night,
People who respect for their dedication to the cause,
For when faced with danger, they never even pause.

We remember the officers who always stood true,
Whatever the color of uniform, brown gray or blue,
With pride and integrity they say "To serve and protect",
For the giving of their life, we offer our respect.

We remember the officers who we never really knew,
Persons strong enough to answer the challenge are few,
With heavy hearts we mourn the officers in eternal rest,
There's more to these people than the badge on their chest.

Citizen
Grand Rapids, Michigan

April 9, 2011