North Carolina Highway Patrol, North Carolina
End of Watch Saturday, September 8, 2012
Reflections for Trooper Bobby Gene Demuth, Jr.
Hoping you find comfort in the many special memories of the one you loved so much. With deepest sympathy.
Rita Rocker, Government Relations
Georgia State Board of Pardons & Paroles
September 10, 2012
"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."
Author Unknown
Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell Wy Police Dept.
September 10, 2012
Rest In Peace Trooper Demuth. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at North Carolina Highway Patrol.
Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service, Miami Division
September 10, 2012
You were a great friend that will be greatly missed. I will always remember how you could always lift my spirits when I was down with your infectious smile and laugh. You were definately one of the good guys. I will hold you in my heart forever.
Rhonda Walston
Friend
September 10, 2012
RIP...Brother
Sgt. Tom Prime Ret.
Demarest PD/NJ
September 10, 2012
Thank you for your service and my prayers are with your family.
Retired Deputy John Latour
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
September 10, 2012
Gene, words can't express how I and our Brothers in the Patrol family feel now. I will always remember that grin and infectious laugh. I will miss meeting you for a coffee break and talking to my friend and Brother. Peace be with you. Rest now and know that your job here was well done.
Master Trooper R. C. Pugh
NCSHP Troop C District 5
September 10, 2012
May God watch over your family, friends and co-workers
Thank you for your service, May you RIP
TCO II
MD Transportation Authority Police
September 10, 2012
You will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved you. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
Catherine Callemyn
Widow of Officer Charles Callemyn
E.O.W. 2-17-07
Catherine Callemyn
NC Concerns of Police Survivors
September 10, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and coworkers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Thomas Kelly, Senior Federal Air Marshal
Federal Air Marshal Service
September 10, 2012
Thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and the NCHP. Thank you for your service and dedication to your State. R.I.P. Trooper!
Wm Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Trafic & Escort Unit
September 10, 2012
I have no words to say how i feel, im not related in any way with trooper Demuth but im a enemy of injustice and i can only say that god and time are the only ways to heal the pain that this family is feeling rigth now and that the only way we can reduce this crimes is by raising our children with respect and honor so they can show that on their dayli basis as they grow.. R.I.P. TROOPER BOBBY GENE DEMUTH...
Miguel Lopez
LDS CHURCH
September 10, 2012
We feel the loss of every brother and sister officer who falls. God bless Trooper Demuth, his family and his comrades in the NC Highway Patrol. Thank you for your service and RIP till we all meet again.
Sgt D. Bowler
Los Angeles Police Department
September 10, 2012
God Bless
Dave
None
September 10, 2012
Rest in Peace Sir....................................
Thomas Wiederhold, Retired
Fort Worth Police Dept. Tx.
September 9, 2012
God bless the Demuth Family.
Officer Jaynes
Arizona Highway Patrol
September 9, 2012
Trooper, you have made the ultimate sacrifice, and you will not be forgotten. My thoughts are with you and your family. I myself lost a good friend with the Providence, RI Police Department so I know the pain that your friends and family are going through. GODSPEED my brother!!! You will always be missed!!! Thank you for your service!!!
Reserve Deputy-Mike B
WCDSA-Worcester County MA Reserve Sherriff
September 9, 2012
You meant a lot to me and my family, especially my brother. Thanks for being such a great friend and for serving so diligently to the very end.
CET
friend of Gene's
September 9, 2012
RIP sir, I did not personally know you but you patrolled the county in which we own a lot of land and where I grew up so this hit home. So very sad and needless loss of life.
communicator Charles Murray
Wake County
September 9, 2012
"Greater love hath no man, than to lay down his life for his brother."
Thank you for your service to NCDPS and the citizens of North Carolina.
Correctional Officer J. Adams
Maury Correctional Institution - NCDPS, Division of Adult Corrections
September 9, 2012
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.
N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE
September 9, 2012
Rest in Peace Trooper. Watch over the rest of us and keep us safe from harm.
Trooper Peter C. Hooker
Florida Highway Patrol Troop-K Orlando
September 9, 2012
R.I.P. Trooper Gene Demuth, there are 2 angels from the WVSP that will be there to welcome you Home. Thoughts and prayers to your family, friends, and comrades, God will wrap his arms around your loved ones and give them comfort in their time of need.
Darlene Fields
WV Citizen
September 9, 2012
Rest in peace, brother. Condolences to your family and friends.
Ronnie Hinson
Special Agent
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED)
September 9, 2012
God Bless you and your family!!! While I didn't know you personally, you are a brother to us all!
Trp AJ Waycaster G-261
NCSHP
September 9, 2012
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