Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Hance,
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

March 18, 2017

RIP Brother

Deputy Zak Rodgers
Boone County Sheriffs Dept

March 17, 2017

May God watch over the Family and Fellow Officers that put their lives on the line for us everyday. We all lose when one of these heroes fall. And this one was a terrible loss. A man who without care for his own safety did such a noble thing. I hope his family will find some type of peace during this time of mourning. God will not let them down. Keep Faith and know he is in a better place.

B.J.Umbenhower
D.A.V. CHAPTER 11 Springfield, Missouri Color Guard.
Son of Chief of Police.Deceased
Their watch is over, now they patrol in Heaven.

March 17, 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

March 17, 2017

So saddened to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.

Reserve Police Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

March 17, 2017

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Officer Hance and the New York City Police Department during this time. Thank you, Officer Hance, for your service.

Administration
National Police Wives Association

March 17, 2017

Avenue of the Fallen

Standing at attention in their class “A“uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, are your brothers and sisters of Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the ultimate price.
Today, like many others, they welcome you to this wonderful place.
As you march down the Avenue of the Fallen, all eyes focus on you as if to say “it’s OK, you’re with your eternal partners.”
A salute is followed and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well.
Now come join us in the ranks, another is coming home.
Officer Jim Weaver (#11452) Los Angeles Police Department retired
12-25-2010

Retired Elected Sheriff, Jim Weaver
Jerome County Sheriff Office, Jerome, Idaho

March 17, 2017

R.I.P

Sergeant
NYPD

March 17, 2017

Condolences and prayers to family, friends and the NYPD from the Dixie chapter of the Warthogs Motorcycle Club.

Officer Clark Kyle (retired), N. KY. University P.D. Chaplain "FIRSTGEAR" Warthogs Motorcycle Club, Dixie Chapter 22, (KY). Lodge Trustee, FOP 10 (KY)

March 17, 2017

Mike was a great guy. I worked with him for about six years at the 105Pct. when I was up in the NYPD. Good guy, always backed you up and had a great sense of humor. You'll be missed.

Cmdr. R. Rizzotto
South Palm Beach PD

March 17, 2017

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service and dedication.

Cpl. M. Davis #2614
Prince George's County Police

March 17, 2017

My condolences to the family and friends of Police Officer Michael Hance. Losing a loved one is always difficult. Please take comfort in Jesus words found at John 5:28,29 where he said that there would be a resurrection. Just think of the time when you will see your loved ones again, in paradise conditions, here on earth. Once again, I am sorry for your lost.

Cpl. William Stanback (Retired)
Pennsylvania State Police

March 17, 2017

R.I.P. BROTHER Hance!!!

Nebraska Police Officer

March 17, 2017

RIP Sir. May God be with your Family and loved ones. Rest easy. Protect from above.

Officer Steven Austin
Lawrence TWP P.D. (NJ)

March 17, 2017

You made me laugh as I saw myself in you. You were my brother. May you rest in peace.

Sgt Therese Garafalo
NYPD

March 16, 2017

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

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

March 16, 2017

My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Police Officer Michael Hance during this difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May moments from the past bring forth happy memories to last a lifetime. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Officer Hance.

Gail Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

March 16, 2017

Officer Hance, what a legacy you left for all of us! Your name will stay strong in the hearts and lives of dedicated and committed officers, everywhere.

Tina Lewis Rowe
Captain, Denver Police Department (ret.)
U.S. Marshal, Colorado (ret.)

March 16, 2017

Session 1 of the Albany Police Academy sends its deepest condolences to the Hance family and the New York City Police Department. Rest in Peace Officer Michael Hance.

Albany Police Academy
Albany Police Department

March 16, 2017

RIP BROTHER MICHAEL..PEACE AND PRAYERS FOR YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND FELLOW OFFICERS..MARTY MOONEY RETIRED DETECTIVE NYPD AND SON ALEX ACTIVE NYPD..BLUE KNIGHTS XIX ROME NY/XXXII SYRACUSE NY.

Det Marty Mooney/Retired
NYPD

March 16, 2017

RIP Officer Hance. Praying for you and your loved ones.

Officer C Curione
Rochester Police Department, NY

March 16, 2017

RIP Brother

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

March 16, 2017

Rest easy Brother. Prayers and condolences for family, friends and coworkers.

Career Officer (Retired) Victor Agosto
Chesterfield County Police (Va.)

March 16, 2017

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

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

March 16, 2017

Final Salute Officer Hance, 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

March 16, 2017