Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I knew Mike Foley when was a little boy growing up in East Oakland. He attended St. Lawrence O'Toole school with my brother Dan Sullivan. Mike was my brother's closest friend in elementary school and we became acquainted with his father, Officer Lawrence Foley at OPD. Officer Foley used to regale us with stories of his experiences on the Oakland streets during the turbulent 1960s. As a young rookie in Concord, Mike would sometimes take my brother on patrol. Dan said that Mike, like his father, believed in proactivfe law enforecement - i.e., stop the
brouble before it starts.

I was sorrowed ot learn of Mike's untimely death and extend my sincere sympathy to his family. My brother, who lost touch, predeceased him three years ago at age 57. I will remember both as michevious little kids who
vexed the nuns but were beloved by those around them.

RIP

PATRICK SULLIVAN
CHILDHOOD FRIEND

February 24, 2017

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"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 who’s 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
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

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

February 24, 2017

RIP Brother

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

February 24, 2017

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER (RETIRED)
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

February 24, 2017

A police officer should be remembered not by how he died, but how he lived! A great man has gone to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the Alameda County Sheriff's Office. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace Brother!

Anonymous

February 24, 2017

My heart goes out to this Officer's family, colleagues and friends. May they find comfort in the knowledge that their loved one dedicated his entire life to helping and serving others. May he rest in peace.

H.R. Specialist Anna McClanahan
Metropolitan Police Department

February 24, 2017

The public at large doesn't feel the pain like the brotherhood that walks the thin blue line. RIP.

Trooper 1sr class (semi-retired) Thomas
South Carolina Highway Patrol

February 24, 2017

Mike,

My fondest memories will be the stories we shared about the hunting trips you would take with your son. You glowed with pride every time you showed me pictures of his catch. You were so proud of him. You had a smile from ear to ear when you mentioned his name. I'll never forget that smile.

All my love, thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Deputy Eldon Earnhardt
ACSO

February 24, 2017

God bless you Officer. The Dermyer family thanks you for your service and sends many prayers to your family.

None
None

February 24, 2017

Final Salute Deputy Foley, thank you for your service. You are a hero. Rest peacefully in the presence of God. We are praying for the family and fellow officers.

Former Patrol Sergeant
Johnny Allison
Wylie TX Police Dept

February 24, 2017

My heart goes out to the family, friends and co-workers (a sort of hybrid of the first two) at the passing of Deputy Foley. God Bless you Brother and may you eternally Rest in Peace.

My heart also goes out to the driver of the bus who no doubt is in a personal hell right now. Go with God, regardless of how it happened, it was an accident.

Both persons are in my prayers as are all who have been affected by this tragic event.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

February 24, 2017

Mike, I don't know what to say that hasn't already been said. You were a man of impeccable moral character, respectful and kind to all around you, and your professionalism and work ethic was second to nobody. You were one of the first deputies I had to pleasure to work with, memories I'll not forget. Your untimely demise leaves a real void in our agency. Your spirit and your memory will live on for years to come. Thank you again for everything,

S/T Erik Taylor
ACSO

February 24, 2017

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

February 24, 2017

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

POLICE OFFICER
NAPERVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT

February 24, 2017

Thank you for your service.

Dmytro Goloborodko

February 24, 2017

I am so sorry I would like to thank you for your service with much respect may God bless your family and friends

Civilians Stacy Schneider
None

February 24, 2017

Psalm 15
God bless.
Rest in peace brother.

Correctional Officer Paul Schanno
Hennepin County (Minneapolis)- ACF

February 24, 2017

RIP SIR

Agent J. Gance
California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control

February 24, 2017

You shall me missed and never forgotten. GodSped Deputy Foley!

Lieutenant Todd Rasmussen, Ret
Granite District Police
Salt Lake City, Utah

February 24, 2017

Rest in peace Sheriff Foley!
You will not be forgotten!

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

February 24, 2017

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

February 24, 2017

May the family's fond memories help them through this difficult time.

Terry L. Vice
Patrol Officer (1979-1984)
Greeley PD
Colorado

February 24, 2017

Rest in peace.

Sgt. Jim Russo

February 24, 2017

Rest in peace Brother.

Lieutenant Arrend Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.

February 24, 2017

My sincere thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and department of Deputy Foley. I am so very sorry for the loss of your HERO.

Thank you for your loyal, dedicated and selfless service to your community. Your a real HERO. God Bless and RIP

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

February 24, 2017