Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thanks Det. Eric Smith for protecting the citizens of Jackson. "Now he is protecting in heaven."

K. Gaines

April 5, 2013

TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES OF JACKSON POLICE DEPARTMENT, DETECTIVE ERIC SMITH.

My heart is filled with great sadness at learning of the lost of your loved one and fellow Officer.
We in the law enforcement community are a family.
Though we may wear different uniforms and have different badges, shields or stars pinned upon our chest.
We consist of many different agencies from across the nation, for we are:
Municipal Police Officers, Sheriff's Deputies, State Police Investigators, State Highway Patrol Troopers, Conservation Officers, Correctional Officers and Federal Agents just to name a few.
We patrol small towns, large cities, county roads and state highways.
Whether active duty or retired, we are one family, a law enforcement family, brothers and sisters bonded together by HONOR, SERVICE and PRIDE.
Daily we honor our fallen brothers and sisters never forgetting their sacrifice.
Daily our position is clear that we will SERVE and PROTECT our communities without faltering and with no hesitation.
Daily we show pride in our chosen profession LAW ENFORCEMENT, for we willingly walk the line of GOOD over EVIL facing the unknown with COURAGE keeping our trust and faith in GOD.
We know that evil roam these streets and at any moment in the course of performing our duties the ultimate sacrifice might be required of us in the service to our community, for LAW ENFORCEMENT is not a job but a calling and only a few will make the decision to commit to that calling to serve for some will give all that they have.
DETECTIVE SMITH
You did not die in vain
You sacrificed your life in the service to the citizens of Jackson in the State of Mississippi with Honor, Pride and Distinction.
I'm proud to have worn the uniform of a law enforcement officer like you did.
I'm proud to have pinned the badge upon my chest like you did.
I'm proud to have served and protected my community as you did.
I'm proud to call you my BROTHER!
I commend you my fallen brother for making the ultimate sacrifice in the performance of your duty.
For you left us doing what you chose to do.
Performing a job you were trained to do.
Upholding the oath you swore to do.
Most importantly doing what you loved to do..........SERVING and PROTECTING your community with HONOR and PRIDE making a better and safer place for us all.

FINAL CALL
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ATTENTION ALL UNITS...................JACKSON POLICE DEPARTMENT, DETECTIVE ERIC SMITH HAVING SERVED THE CITIZENS OF JACKSON IN THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI WITH HONOR, PRIDE AND DISTINCTION IS NOW 10-42.
Rest in Peace my fallen Brother, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!!

Senior Master Investigator Cardell L. Dobbins #188 (Ret.)
Illinois Secretary of State Department of Police District 01, Region 01

April 5, 2013

Eric we can't put into words what you meant to this place. I can say without a doubt your were the Michael Jordan of the Homicide division, they knew to give the rock to Eric in crunch time. Thank you for the knowledge you shared with us younger Detectives and Investigators in the Department. I will remember the Jokes and the Ruzzle battles throughout the day. Maybe you can help your Saints win some games now, Rest now hopefully we can get close to the level your performed at.

Investigator Michael X. Outland Sr.
Jackson Police Department

April 5, 2013

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Detective Eric Smith, and the Jackson Police Department. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Detective Smith, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

April 5, 2013

RIP Det. Smith. Prayers going up for the Smith family & JPD.

Kristi Horton-Ferguson
Daughter of fallen officer - Asst. Chief Emma Horton

April 5, 2013

RIP Brother! God bless you and your family! Thank you for your service and your sacrafice on behalf of other!
Sgt. Lisa L Williams
Seneca Police Department
Seneca, South Carolina

Sergeant
Seneca Police Department

April 5, 2013

Thank you for your service Detective Smith. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace...

Chief Joseph A. Edwards
Columbia Police Department, IL

April 5, 2013

There is just nothing to say to make this any better. We are so sorry for your loss.

Chief Todd Boycher and Staff
Roxboro Police Dept.
Roxboro, NC 27573

Valerie Gentry Off Assist II (Ret. P.O.)
Roxboro Police Department, Roxboro, NC

April 5, 2013

Rest In Peace Brother. Heaven is a better place with a warrior like you there. God Bless your Family in this time of loss

Detective B.Burks
Rockwall County Sheriffs Office (Texas)

April 5, 2013

Your work is done here on Earth - Heaven has called upon you today, leaving so many words left to say. But now it's too late, for your time has come, words unspoken; I am sure everybody has some. Regrets and wishes are probably there too, but lasting forever are memories of you.
There have been many times that we waved to each other, but we were there for each other in time of need. Now it's time for us to say Good-Bye, until we meet again in heaven to fly. Now go and Patrol the Heavens Above and Watch Below those you Love. Thank you for your service.

Retired TFC Divita Washington
Maryland State Police

April 5, 2013

Thank you for your service brother, Rest in Peace, God Knows.

Chief Michael Rasmussen
Gilbert P.D. West Virginia

April 5, 2013

My thoughts are with you, your family and police family.
Thank you for your service.

Brother of Jeremy Chambers
EOW 04-24-2006

Chris Chambers
Saint Louis County Police Dept

April 5, 2013

RIP My Fellow Brother in Blue. Prayer are with your Family, Friends, and Co-workers.

Retired Detective Don Vine #5896
Phoenix Police Department

April 5, 2013

The entire law enforcement community is grieving with the family, friends, and co-workers of Detective Smith. My family sends our deepest heart-felt sympathies during this tragic time. May he rest in peace for eternity.

Lt. Colonel Mickey Williams
Memphis Police Department

April 5, 2013

Our deepest prayers and sympathies are with Det. Smith's family and fellow officers. We are praying for the peace of Christ to fill the cavern of pain you all feel now.

R. Rich, Chaplain Ret

April 5, 2013

My deepest condolences to Detective Smith's family and the Jackson PD. May God give you strength, comfort and hope for the times ahead.
Detective Smith, thank you for you service. Not rest peacefully in God's arms.

Linda Topping
Wife of Police Chief

April 5, 2013

Eric, I'll miss you. Jackson has lost a great cop and a good man.

Charlie Rubisoff, Senior Investigator
Texas State Auditor's Office

April 5, 2013

Rest in Peace, Brother.

P.O. Randy Evans
Kansas City Missouri Police Department
Son of Patrolman Robert Wayne Evans
E.O.W 10/14/1971
HEROES LIVE FOREVER

April 5, 2013

Hope your family keep there heads up during these trying times, you'll be missed by all! Rest in Peace my brother!!!!!!!!!!!

Pierson
Former JPD

April 5, 2013

God strengthen the family of this officer. Thanking the wife and sons who made unselfish choices daily to let their love one serve.Lifting them & the entire police department in prayer.

To the many men & women who sacrifice to serve this country in anyway . God bless,much love & protection to you.

T.P.Harper
Grateful Citizen

April 5, 2013

My condolences to the Jackson Police Dept and the family of Det. Smith. My prayers are with you

Captain Gean Johnson
Colleton County Sheriff's Office Walterboro, SC

April 5, 2013

Our hearts and prayers go out to Jackson Police Department and the Smith Family.

Police Officer
Hillsborough Police Department

April 5, 2013

Rest in Peace my brother... May the good Lord watch over your family, friends and collegues

Det 369
NYPD

April 5, 2013

Dtective Smith was a exceptional officer and it was a privilage and honor to have worked many years with him. His work ethics, and courage were above reproach and will be truly missed! Rest in peace my friend, my brother. May God bless you, your wife and children! You are missed!

Investigator James G. Eklund
Madison-Rankin County District Attorney's Office

April 5, 2013

Rest in peace and Thank you for your faithful service to the people we serve. My heart goes out to your family and the Police family at the Jackson PD.

Detective
Lexington Police Department, KY

April 5, 2013