Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you for your service and know that your sacrifice will never be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

October 7, 2020

Rest in peace Captain Haddock.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 20, 2019

Rest in peace brother.

Lieutenant Raymond Flores
NYPD (retired)

October 7, 2018

John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

September 29, 2018

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

February 20, 2016

He was my Beloved cousin, and friend. Sorely missed.

Wayne, I will love you always, and love you that much.

Delighted to see they got live (hopefully NO parole), but really should have been death penalty!!

I have watched the youtube video of the funeral many time.

Amy Smith
Cousin

January 26, 2016

Rest in peace Sir - I randomly ran across one of your vehicles being transported to your son in North Carolina after it was dropped off at the wrong location. Upon calling Grenada County Sheriff's Office, I learned of your untimely passing. Thank you for your service!

Patrol Officer A. D. Kelemecz
Kannapolis PD - Kannapolis, NC

October 11, 2015

Your sacrifice will never be forgotten! Thank you for your dedicated service to the Citizens of and City of Grenada! Continue to Rest in Peace Captain Haddock.
Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends. John 15:13

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of GOD." Matthew 5:9

Corporal Tony Dunn
Mississippi Highway Patrol, Troop D

October 7, 2015

Thinking of you today and holding your family in my heart's embrace for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

November 3, 2013

I have known john Wayne for over 20 yrs all he ever wanted was to be a police officer. And was very good at his job he taught me a lot about law enforcement and was a great friend. The world lost a great man 10/7/2011 and the heavenly father gained a one of the greatest you will be sadly missed my friend

m.young
former communications officer gcso

October 27, 2013

Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice in service to your community and to our nation. You will never be forgotten.

Police Explorer
Minnesota

October 7, 2013

John Wayne was a great "diffuser" in our city. I was always impressed with how he handled thugs and how he earned their respect. I pray you rest in peace Semper sub Crucim.

LTC (US Army) Michael Harlow
Family member

July 24, 2013

I am sorry for your loss Captain John Wayne Haddock was a great man that was taken away from his family earlier than expected. May his memories live on through his wife, two children, and his agency, who he bravely served.

René Arias
Mission Hills High School

May 20, 2013

Captain John W. Haddock was a good man. He helped others in any way he could. He got along with everyone he worked with. As i continue to do my duties, i will always remember what i have learned from him and that he is there to help protect me. He is truely missed. May god rest his soul. May god give his wife and family peace.

Friend
Grenada Police Department

October 5, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

February 23, 2012

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiance 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 Captain Haddock. 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 John 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 John's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that John's life was about so much more than the way he died. John will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Captain Haddock, 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 fiance Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been nine years and he's still very much missed and forever loved.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

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

February 1, 2012

Even though it has been over 2 months now and with Christmas just a week a way I found this on this on another fellow fallen officer's page and thought it was fitting to add to here. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you especially every morning and afternoon when I go by the cemetery. My eyes directly go to your grave and I say good morning to you and then good afternoon later on in the day. It is so strange that when we go to the cemetery to put out flowers or something a policeman rides by it is like you are saying to us go on and let me rest here!!!! Any way just wanted to say a Merry Christmas to you in Heaven!

“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”

Tammy Jordan
friend

December 18, 2011

Capt. Haddock,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but also for our Country as well when you served in the U.S. Army. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol

November 3, 2011

To the family and friends of Captain John Haddock, his fellow officers, and most especially to Captain Haddock:

We honor your service and you will always be remembered and revered. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of our entire family, I wish to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when John was killed in the line of duty. It is obvious he was well-loved by many and well-respected by his peers as reflected in the loving reflections left for him.

May his loved ones continued to be supported by their law enforcement family and other police survivors. Our family grieves with you and for you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the many years of distinquished service John gave to his community and the citizens of Mississippi , and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on October 3 2011

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

November 3, 2011

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Captain John Wayne Haddock and the Grenada Police Department during this time. Thank you, Captain Haddock, for your service.

Staff
National Police Wives Association

November 2, 2011

Dear Lord in Heaven, I pray for those who were left behind with the parting of this faithful Officer. Rest easy my Brother in Law, your watch on this earth is now over.......

Sgt. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia County FL. Sheriffs Office

October 27, 2011

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

October 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May you rest in peace sir.

Loraine, Mother of an Officer
Fort Worth Police Department

October 24, 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

October 24, 2011

Thank you for your bravery, duty, and ultimate sacrifice. May God Bless your family, friends and co-workers. You will FOREVER be a hero and will NEVER be forgotten.

SGT Mark B. Hanna, Retired
Fayetteville, AR Police Department

October 24, 2011