Corpus Christi Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Friday, January 31, 2020
Reflections for Police Officer Alan Daniel McCollum
I miss you every day my friend. Till Valhalla brother.
Deputy Diego Solis
Nueces County Sheriff Office
March 2, 2023
I had the privilege of deploying to the Middle East, Afghanistan, and Africa with Alan as a young Staff Sergeant with the US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) in 2004. He was a fantastic teammate and mentor to this young Army Captain. He was a consummate professional and brought exceptional skills to complex situations, and always upbeat and one hell of a funny guy.
I will miss you, my friend. He did not deserve to die like this. God bless his family.
Major Michael Keigwin
Federal Bureau of Investigation - San Francisco Division
January 4, 2022
Your memories still lives on through your brothers and sister in blue and the people who had the pleasure of knowing you. My prayers will always be with you family and friends left behind. It will always be heartbreaking knowing your gone and that you paid the Ultimate sacrifice surviving your community that you loved so much. You will never be forgotten.
Law enforcement supporter and friend Jod
Corpus Christi, Tx
June 6, 2021
Officer McCollum,
I had the honor to ride in your memory with the 2021 Law Enforcement United Tough Ride. My heart goes out to your family; though we have never met, you, your family, and fellow Officers will always be in my thoughts and prayers. I am a child survivor of another Officer, and it pains me to see another Hero returned to God too quickly. Rest in peace.
Honor the Fallen Remember the Survivors
Mary Elizabeth Feltis
L.E.U. Rider
May 26, 2021
Rest in peace, brother. Condolences and strength during this difficult time to your loving family.
Lieutenant Raymond Flores
NYPD (retired)
January 31, 2021
My deepest condolences!
Dawn Tarlip
September 28, 2020
Praying for your family, friends, colleagues, agencies during this very difficult time for them and all of us. Thank you for your service! We shall remember you with pride and admiration always! May God Bless the Blue!
“The peacemakers are blessed, for they will be called sons [children] of God.” [Matthew 5:9 HCSB];
“Those who mourn are blessed, for they will be comforted.” [Matthew 5:4 HCSB], and;
“No one has greater love than this, that someone would lay down his life for his friends.” [John 15:13 HCSB]
Depart in peace, Brother-in-Blue; in the name of God the Father who created you; in the name of Christ Jesus who redeemed you; in the name of the Holy Spirit who sanctifies you. May you rest in peace and dwell forever with the Lord. Amen.
Chaplain Steven R. Closs, D.Div, MSBS, CIMT, NCCA
Ordained/Licensed/Certified Independent Ecumenical Clergy / Chaplain
Ministry: Law Enforcement Chaplaincy
Merrimack, NH 03054
Chaplain Steven R. Closs, D.Div, MSBS
Nashua NH and Merrimack NH Police Departments
July 1, 2020
I wish I had known Officer McCollum. From all the people who truly knew him I have heard that he was an excellent husband, father, friend and officer; the best of men. Blessings and peace of the Lord God be with his family and friends.
"May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields,
and until we meet again,
may God hold you in the palm of His hand."
Chaplain Michelle
Corpus Christi Police Department VIPS
May 30, 2020
Officer McCollum,
Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.
Det. Russ Cain
Pittsburgh PD
March 30, 2020
Officer McCollum, my thoughts and prayers are with all who feel your loss the most. A tragic event that hopefully will see justice done. Thank you for all your service. God Bless, Brother and may you forever Rest in Peace.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department
March 29, 2020
Peace and blessings to you and your family
Karlene Dunn (civilian) Karlene Dunn
Civilian
March 22, 2020
The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.
There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.
Author Unknown
"This We'll Defend"
Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
February 22, 2020
Rest in peace my brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and the Corpus Christi Police Department.
James J. Scanlon (Retired CPD)
North American SWAT Training Assoc
February 18, 2020
To the family of Police Officer Alan Daniel McCollum, friends, Police Chief Mike Markle and the
Corpus Christi Police Department.
You are lifted up in heart, thoughts and prayer. May God comfort, hold you close and give you His peace that surpasses all understanding to keep your heart's and mind's through Christ Jesus now and always. Thank you for your service!
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and heals those who are crushed in spirit." Psalm 34:18
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved." John 3:16 & 17
Patrolman A.S. Batson
CH / OB PD
Goldsboro, NC
February 17, 2020
To the family of Police Officer Alan Daniel McCollum, friends, Police Chief Mike Markle and the
Corpus Christi Police Department.
You are lifted up in heart, thoughts and prayer. May God comfort, hold you close and give you His peace that surpasses all understanding to keep your heart's and mind's through Christ Jesus now and always. Thank you for your service!
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and heals those who are crushed in spirit." Psalm 34:18
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believes in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved." John 3:16 & 17
Patrolman A.S. Batson
CH / OB PD
Goldsboro, NC
February 17, 2020
On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Alan was killed in the line of duty.
To the McCollum family, fellow officers, and all who call Alan, 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. I know that that you will receive that same kind of 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 Officer McCollum gave to his community and the citizens of Texas and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on January 31, 2020.
Phyllis LoyaMom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 14, 2020
Rest easy brother. May God give peace and comfort for your family. Thank you for you service.
Chief Art Dillon, Sarecta FD
USMC Veteran
February 14, 2020
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Security Jeffrey Harrison
Corpus Christi State School
February 14, 2020
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Security Jeffrey Harrison
Corpus Christi State School
February 14, 2020
PRAYERS TO YOUR FAMILY AND TO OUR FAMILY OF BLUE. THANK YOU FOR BEING A HERO AND A WARRIOR
REST IN GODS ARMS
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.
MOTHER OF A DALLAS POLICE WOMAN LINDA KE
NONE
February 7, 2020
Officer McCollum, all your life was dedicated to protecting others while putting yourself in all kinds of danger. Your heroism will not go unnoticed by our good Lord who sees everything, and He will reward you abundantly. May He immerse you and your loved ones in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.
Jess Espinosa
Civilian
February 7, 2020
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Police Officer Alan McCollum who was tragically killed in the line of duty as well as the officers who continue to put themselves in harm's way. Thank you for your dedication and service to your community and to our nation. Rest in peace Police Officer Alan McCollum.
CBP Officer(retired), Luis Otero
Department of Homeland Security/Bureau of Customs & Border Protect
February 7, 2020
I call Corpus Christi my second home. And I always feel safer and more secure when I see my brothers and sisters patrolling their beat. You are an amazing person and your loss is felt nationwide.
Patrolman
Pleasanton Police Department
February 7, 2020
On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Officer, Alan McCollum, in the line of duty. It is always a huge loss when a fellow officer makes the ultimate sacrifice. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed. Our prayers and thoughts to the other officer that was injured for a safe and speedy recovery. We also thank Officer McCollum's service as a United States Army Veteran and for being a recipient of the Bronze Star.
Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office
February 7, 2020
Although I did not know this man, I have the greatest respect for a person who spends their life sacrificing themselves for the good of others, both in the military and the police force. Our Lord has called him home and he is now receiving his holy reward.
Cedric Tucker, Captain, USAF (retired)
Retired USAF Officer and American citizen
February 7, 2020
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