Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

As one who stuck many deer while on patrol during my time as a Deputy I can see where this type of tragic crash can happen. Please accept my sincere condolence at this fine officers death...may he rest in peace...

Jack Mrozinski (Retired Deputy Sheriff)
Portage County Sheriff's Dept., Wisconsin

September 16, 2016

"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
Sergeant

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina

Used with Special Permission of the Author
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Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

September 16, 2016

My sincere thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and department of Officer Barker. I am so very sorry for the loss of your HERO..
May God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time.

Thank you for your service, dedication and sacrifice Officer Barker. May you RIP... GONE But NEVER FORGOTTEN...HERO's live FOREVER..

Gina Miller, Washington State Patrol
Surviving Fiance WSP Trooper Tony V. Radulescu EOW 2-23-2012

September 16, 2016

Thank you for you service. Praying for your Family & Dept.

Detective Monica Veney
Baltimore City Police Department

September 16, 2016

Rest in Peace...

Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

September 16, 2016

Officer Barker,
May you rest in Heavenly Peace. May your family be forever watched over and blessed. May your friends and colleagues find comfort. Please watch over us from on high.
We will see you again dear Sir.
Thank you for your service. I will never forget your sacrifice or the sacrifice of your family.
Greater Love Hath No Man....
Prayers for all involved.

Kristi
Surviving Daughter of Special Agent J. Robert Porter
Federal Bureau of Investigation
E.O.W. 8/9/79

September 16, 2016

RIP Brother

Deputy Anita Price
Bexar County Sheriff's Office, San Antonio, Texas

September 16, 2016

Rest in peace Officer Barker!
You will not be forgotten!

Willie Bell Hopewell VA!
Friend Of All Law Enforcement Officers!

September 16, 2016

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray:

“Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are Your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, loving family, friends, neighbors and caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name and for Your Glory, Amen.”

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

I have lifted you and your family to God every morning for over five years. Feel those prayers. God is with you; He knows and will ease your pain.

Our faith helps us to see beyond the grave.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

September 16, 2016

Officer Barker, may you rest in peace our brother. You will never be forgotten.

Sgt Richard Eckert
Town of Chester Police Dept

September 16, 2016

Prayers to the family of Officer Barker. Being a law enforcement officer carries a lot of risk which we accept. But to lose an Officer / Family member in such a tragic way is sad.
To the family, stay strong keep your faith and remember he was doing the job he loved.

Lieutenant Mark Bradley
White Hall Police Dept. Arkansas

September 16, 2016

My prayers for Officer Barkers' family! May God bless you all in your time of sorrow! Rest in peace sir!

survivor
Lafayette County AR. Sheriff's Office

September 16, 2016

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. REST IN PEACE.

POLICE OFFICER
NAPERVILLE POLICE DEPT

September 16, 2016

Rest in peace Officer Barker. I ask Our Heavenly Father to comfort and watch over your family, friends and the McCrory Police Department. Thank you for your service. God's speed brother.

Chief Jack Cavanaugh
Lee County Port Authority Police Department

September 16, 2016

Rest in peace Brother Robert.

Ofc. Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD

September 16, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

ASAC, Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Federal Air Marshal Service

September 16, 2016

Thank you for your service. Prayers go out to your family, friends and department, as well to the citizens you served.
Rest in peace.

Sergeant David Sheetz (retired)
Houston Police Dept.

September 16, 2016

Such an unfortunate incident. May you Rest in Peace brother and thank you for your service. I pray for comfort for your family and your department. God Bless you.

Cpl. Bob Barham (Retired)
Arkansas State Capitol Police-Little Rock

September 16, 2016

R I P Brother

Ret. Officer Herbie Buck
NYSDOCS

September 16, 2016

I am sorry for your loss to the family, fellow officers, and friends. I will keep you all in my prayers. RIP.

Frank J. Corasaniti II
Retired Baltimore City Fire Lieut.

September 16, 2016

God bless Officer Barker's family, friends and coworkers and give them strength and peace to get through their grief and pain. Thank you for your service brother.

Sergeant Clark O. Parry
Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office, New York

September 16, 2016

RIP Officer Barker.

Sincere condolences to family & friends.

Sgt. Randy Keenan / Ret.
City of Alameda, CA Police Dept.

September 16, 2016

Thank you for your service and dedication to your community and your profession.
I pray the Lord's peace and understanding for your family.
Rest in Peace Officer Barker.

Chief R. A. McCann
Armour College Police

September 16, 2016

Thank you for your service.

Our prayers are with the family during this awful time.

Jill Watkins
Mother of Police Officer Travis Watkins

September 16, 2016

Rest in peace Brother.

Lt. Arrend Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.

September 16, 2016