Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

End Of Watch
In Honor of those who have given there all.
We stand within an ocean of Blue. A brotherhood of worriers bonded together by a trust like no other. Loosing a brother or sister from our ranks causes a ripple of pain felt from coast to coast, and we take it personally. But to honor our brothers and sisters who have given the ultimate sacrifice, we take their watch and continue what they died for, To Serve and Protect. We need to "Hold The Line" now more then ever before.
"Blue Blood”
Written by: Kenny “D”
Officer Kenneth J. DeLand #78 (Retired)
It Takes A Certain Breed
Within the sanity of our own minds one would think its insane to put on a bullet proof vest, dawn a web belt bearing a handgun, 52 bullets, a rifle with 100 rounds plus, a Tazer with 50,000 volts, pepper spray, an Asp, and handcuffs to do ones job everyday. But we do it.
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Day after day we are asked to step into harms way knowing that every corner we turn could be a reality check with a distraught individual ready and willing to take ones life, Ours. But we do it.
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But yet we do what is asked of us, and at times even ordered to do so, by individuals who sit within the protection of their own bubble, standing behind a wall of safety. But yet we do it.
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We step out everyday climbing into our offices and patrol society trying to figure out a way to calm the evil that lurks within the shadows of every call. We do it.
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We are asked to step between two human beings that are within a state of rage and unconcern for the life or safety of the ones around them and control the situation. We do it.
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We are asked to connect and communicate with all walks of life of all ages and mentalities. Then step back into our own sanity trying to make sense of it all. We do it.
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Sometimes we step into the roll of a leader, a listener, a counselor, a mentor, a mediator, a consoler, and even a friend but never forgetting we are policemen first. We do it.
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Yet we are asked to go home at the end of our shifts and leave the madness behind not to poison our families with the daily insanity we deal with, then maintain and even control not only our lives but all the lives we come into contact with. We do it.
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The job we do everyday I believe is a thankless job in most eyes, but the ones who will put there arms around you when times get tough are the ones who fight along side you. We Do It.
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But yet the next day “We Do It” all over again. Is it the insanity of the job we do? Or is it the sanity within our own minds that keeps us coming back for more?
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KJD
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Patrolmen (Retired) Kenneth J. DeLand 78
Torrington Police Dept. CT

January 9, 2017

I am sorry to hear about the loss of Master Sergeant Deborah Clayton. The loss of a anyone, particularly a public servant is overwhelming, but as you feel those intense emotion: sadness, anger, loss of control, or any other emotion; remember that these feelings are not abnormal, but rather, they are normal feelings that will ultimately help you to bring closure to your grief. What I would suggest to you as a law enforcement family is simply to continue doing some of the things you are already doing. Find support with one another through talking and sharing. If you reveal the magnitude of your loss of MS Clayton to those who are close to you, if you are patient in dealing with your deep hurt, if you cherish those good and pleasant memories; then your life will again stabilize, and your days will be filled with special meaning that will help you maintain the memory of MS Clayton, while you embark upon a new chapter in your life. And, may the Great I AM continue to shower the OPD with His blessings.

Colonel William H. Knowles
Broward Sheriff's Office

January 9, 2017

REST-IN-PEACE My Sister in Arms

Specialist Anrae Godley-Cooper
Former Military Police officer

January 9, 2017

God Speed, Sister.

Sgt. K. Murphy
Union PD, NJ

January 9, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Master Sergeant Clayton, as well as her brothers and sisters with the Orlando Police Department. So sad to see yet another hero senselessly murdered. Rest in Peace Sister.

Chief Deputy Steve Bennett
Iowa County (WI) Sheriff's Office

January 9, 2017

God bless you and your family and thank you for your service. You are in my prayers

Captain (Ret.) Glenn Melanson
Alameda County Sheriff's Office, Oakland CA

January 9, 2017

Dear Debra:

Thank you for the service you provided to the people of Orlando and to the State of Florida. I am amazed and so moved by the tremendous public outcry I have witnessed in the news from the public concerning the horrific and cowardly act of that cowardly bastard. This outcry is well deserved and long overdue from the public. Maybe now the pressure will come to bear to S E V E R E L Y punish cop killers and put an end to this carnage.

Maybe now the public is becoming aware of just how much we give for them, and how much sacrifice our families make as well. Two small children who now have only a memory of their mom, and a husband who is tasked with raising a family alone, without his soulmate. Maybe now the public is becoming aware of what it is like to put on our uniform and leave our family, not knowing if we are going to make it home.

Your dedication to service and commitment to Protect and Serve is not an old cliché, but rather a code, our code, that we live by. I can only pray that our Heavenly Father will ease the pain and suffering not only to your family, but to the Orlando Police Dept., the people of Florida, and all law abiding Americans everywhere. But rest in peace with the knowledge that this vermin WILL be caught. If my 35 years of law enforcement here in Florida has taught me anything, the sheer determination to apprehend this killer will have a successful conclusion. “For the candle of the wicked shall be put out forever”.

May Almighty God bless you and your family, the entire Orlando Police Dept., and grant them His love and peace at a moment like this. “Above all else, honor”.

Sgt. Ron Tomassi, (Retired)
Lake Mary, (Fl) Police

January 9, 2017

To my fellow sister and family,May the love and comfort of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ put his arms around your family during this tragic event and that the perp be apprehended quickly and brought to Justice.Rest in Peace my dear sister.No greater man is he that lay down his life for his friends.

Deputy Sheriff(Ret.) Injured in the line
Burke County Sheriff's Office,NC

January 9, 2017

R I P Sister

Ret. Officer Herbie Buck
NYSDOCS

January 9, 2017

Rest In Peace Master Sgt. Clayton.

Lt Retired. Thomas Blanton
U.C.F. Police Dept

January 9, 2017

My heart and condolences are with her family during this unimaginable time. In an instant our lives can change from peaceful to messy, but we must continue to move forward to make a difference. To all my brothers and sisters in BLUE please stand strong and united during these trying time in our lives because none of us is exempted from the stupidity of others. I love all my family in BLUE. When one is hurt we all echo the pain.

Officer Betty Hill
Orange Police Dept., New Jersey

January 9, 2017

RIP Sgt. 10-42.

Officer William J. Ferraro #178
Florida Probation & Parole

January 9, 2017

Rest in peace my sister

Commissioner Louis Coretti
Anorw Police

January 9, 2017

My thoughts are with your family. Rest in peace.

Constable Adrienne White
Ontario Provincial Police

January 9, 2017

Our hearts are broken once again because of the loss of yet another brave and selfless police officer.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who know and love Sergeant Debra Clayton. May our Lord and Savior, Jesus wrap His arms around each of you, as you grieve and morn this great loss.

May God's peace be with you

family of
Sgt. Howard Stevenson E.O.W. 1/9/05

January 9, 2017

Rest In Peace.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-108 pct

January 9, 2017

My thoughts and prayers goes out to the family and friends of Master Sergeant Clayton.

Lt. Ronald Chase
Metropolitan Police Department Washington DC

January 9, 2017

Rest In Peace...

Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

January 9, 2017

On behalf of the Johnson County, Kansas Sheriff's Office, our deepest sympathy and condolences. Thank you for serving your community. Rest in Peace Master Sgt. Debra Clayton. Love and Prayers for your family, both blood and blue.

Darla Jaye Public Information Officer
Johnson County, Ks. Sheriff's Office

January 9, 2017

Debra will be missed by her Orlando Police Department family.

"...Grief is not something that you complete...but rather something that you endure..." (Gwen Flowers)

Lieutenant Dan Wellington (Retired)
Orlando Police Department

January 9, 2017

RIP Sister. Thank you & God Bless.

Lt.Robert M.Petty (ret)
No.Bergen, N.J. P.D.

January 9, 2017

On behalf of past and currently serving members of the Chicago Police Department I extend my deepest sympathy to your department, family and loved ones.

Lt. O'Shea (ret.)
Chicago Police Department

January 9, 2017

May you RIP Sergeant Clayton and thank you for your dedicated service and commitment to the citizens of Orlando. My deepest sympathies are with you, your family and your Police family in Orlando. May you now RIP.

Sergeant Ben Mawhinney
Queensland Police Service

January 9, 2017

RIP prayers to family friends and agency!

Lieutenant Ray Waters
Pitt County Sheriff Office, NC

January 9, 2017

Another Angel gone way too soon. May the good Lord bless you on your journey home and watch over your family during these difficult times. If you are the family of Sgt. Clayton, know that you'll never be alone....you have the blue family.

Supervisory Agent V Myles
US Dept of Homeland Security

January 9, 2017