Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest easy brother, thank you for your service.

Deputy J. Clendening
Glades County Sheriff's Office

May 18, 2013

In love and respect to the family of this fallen hero. May God, your community & those brave men & women who wear a badge comfort you in this time of profound grief.

Mother of a Sgt
Colorado Springs PD

May 17, 2013

To the family and friends of Deputy Shane Robbins and his fellow deputies:

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Shane died.

To Shane's family, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Deputy Robbins gave to his community and the citizens of Florida, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on April 26, 2013.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

May 8, 2013

This poem was written after getting my wife’s 19 years perspective of being a police officer’s wife.


“He Does it For You!”

He doesn’t do it for the money,
Cause surely there’s something better to do,
He says, “Someone has to do it!”
So really, he does it for you.

His eight to twelve hours is from call to call,
From a murder to a cat in a tree,
You say he’s never around when you really need him,
But without him, where would you be?

You curse him when you get a speeding ticket,
And scream there’s something better he could do,
But have you looked at how many deaths there are on the highways,
So really, he’s doing it for you.

He’s always seeing so much bad in the world,
He really doesn’t know what to do,
He wonders sometimes if it’s even worth it,
But he knows he has to do it for you.

Each day when he leaves for work,
And I always kiss him good-bye,
I don’t know if I’ll see him again,
Cause the day might be the day he dies.

So many times he comes home from work,
And I see a small tear in his eyes,
I ask him what is the problem dear?
And he says another innocent person has died.

You always say a cop isn’t human,
Cause at a tragedy he’s cool from the start,
But you don’t have to live with him,
And watch his mind and heart break apart.

I remember one hot June night at work,
His supervisor came, “Your husband’s been hurt!”, he said,
It was such a long ride to the hospital,
They wouldn’t say if he was alive or dead.

Crime is always on the increase,
The streets a battle ground,
And when one in “Blue” is slain,
At the funeral-taps will sound.

He’ll lay in a flagged draped coffin,
An honor for those who die for this land,
Just like the Army, Navy and Marines,
He died by the enemies hands.

Most ordinary citizens won’t be at the funeral,
But you’ll see plenty of people wearing blue,
You’ll see dozens of marked patrol cars,
Honoring the one who died for you.


Written by David L Bell Copyright © 1991
Retired Deputy Sheriff after over 38 years
Richland County Sheriff’s Dept
Columbia, SC

Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

May 5, 2013

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO! May God
Give the family and friends the strength and faith to deal with this tragic loss. Words can not express my sorrow!

"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

This may be re-posted in the Honor of his death and the death of any Law Enforcement Officer!

Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

May 5, 2013

You're still here in my heart and mind
still making me laugh cause your stories live on
I hold you in a thought and I can feel you
I feel you and this gives me strength and courage
The tears I have cried for you could flood the earth
and I know you have wiped each one away
For you Shane, I promise you this
...I will go on with my life and make you proud. I will always hold you in my heart
I promise you I will be missing you everyday till the end of time
but this is not my end and I can't hold my head underwater..I need to breathe
I need to love and miss you, but I also need to live because through me you will live, you will still laugh and love ,you will still sing and dance,you will still hug and kiss. You will forever be in our lives, you will forever be a husband, a father, a friend.
I am going to miss your shining face
I think of you and wonder why?
I might cry or smile
but at the end of the day I am one day closer to you...

Alisa Robbins
Wife of PCSO Master Deputy Joseph Shane Robbins - EOW 4/26/13

May 5, 2013

Shane, I only rode with you once, however you made a drastic impact on my life and career. You will be missed.

DUI Tech
orange county sheriffs office

May 5, 2013

"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 Police Department (WY)

May 5, 2013

Heard Great about you man, Unfortunate to not gotten to work with you. R.I.P man.

Deputy A. Jimenez
Polk County Sheriff's Office

May 4, 2013

Rest in Peace

1st Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police, Maryland

May 3, 2013

Rest in peace brother. May God bless you, your family, friends and agency you served.

Off. Matthew Harrington
Kennebunk, Maine Police Department

May 3, 2013

FROM THE HEART OF A FALLEN OFFICER

I have laid down my life in service to all of you.
I have been a part of the fabric that has held the line between your safety and your victimization. I have given my life so that others may live in peace. I have lived my life as a dedicated member of the greatest profession. There is no greater honor than being a peace officer.

As I now become a part of the rich history of law enforcement, please remember me always, for I have left behind those who loved and depended upon me.
My partners and my agency, please remember my family, their loss, and don’t let time soften your compassion for them. They must know that you will always be there for them.

You guard the gate now and I will continue my watch from above. May you all be safe for I wish that I could be the last to pay the price.

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND MAY YOUR FAMILY FIND COMFORT IN THE GOOD YOU HAVE DONE HERE ON EARTH.

Doug Gist, Captain (ret) Washoe SO
Silver State National Peace Officers Museum

May 3, 2013

On behalf of the family of Charles "Bo" Harrison, we leave our condolences. Our uncle "Bo" died in the line of duty
June 1, 2003, it still feels like yesterday.

Sherry Harrison Hansberry
PCSB

May 2, 2013

R.I.P. BROTHER Robbins!!!

Nebraska Police Officer

May 2, 2013

Our Thoughts and Prayers,
my deepest condolences to the family of,
Master Deputy Sheriff Joseph Shane Robbins

Deputy Sheriff
Pasco County Sheriff's Office

May 1, 2013

RIP Deputy Robbins. God bless you and your family

Ofc Peter J. Keane
Winter Garden Police Dept. Florida

May 1, 2013

Shane, it was a great pleasure knowing you and working with you back in NW District in '07-'08. I only wish I could've had the positive attitude that you displayed on a daily basis. Prayers for your wife and children. Rest in Peace, brother!

Deputy Sheriff (retired) Barry Hill
Polk County Sheriff's Office, FL

May 1, 2013

Thank you brother for your service. You will not be forgotten. I pray for peace and comfort to be placed in the hearts of your family, friends and colleagues by the Holy Spirit.

Steven L. Thompson, Probation Officer
NCDPS -Division of Community Corrections

April 30, 2013

so sorry for your loss. thoughts and prayers go out to your family. and especially to his children. also goes out to his fellow officers.

citizen
citizen

April 30, 2013

RIP Brother. We will see you again someday. God bless and watch over your family.

PO E.A.D.
RCSO

April 30, 2013

Rest in peace Deputy. I still have and wear the 68/110 shirt from your County S.O.

Floyd Mullens, Sr
FCI El Reno, Oklahoma

April 30, 2013

To the Family, friends and co-workers,

You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your tragic loss. My heart breaks for you.
May God give you strength, love and peace during this difficult time.
Master Deputy Sheriff Robbins, you gave your life protecting your community. You are a TRUE HERO and will never be forgotten. RIP

Ms. Gina Miller Washington State Patrol
Survivor Trooper Tony Radulescu EOW 2-23-2012

April 30, 2013

My God show his love and mercy to your family and the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

Be at peace.

Officer J. Craven
Silver Spring Township (PA) Police Dept.

April 30, 2013

RIP Brother. Our condolences to your family.

Chief Chris McKinstry
Lady Lake Police Department

April 30, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with Deputy Robbins family, the Polk County Sheriffs Office and Sheriff Judd. Thank you Master Deputy Sheriff Robbins for the service to your community. We pray that God surrounds each of you with his loving grace today and in the days ahead.

Sheriff Mike Andrews
Durham County Sheriffs Office, Durham, N.C.

April 29, 2013