Georgia Department of Corrections, Georgia
End of Watch Sunday, October 1, 2023
Reflections for Correctional Officer I Robert Danforth Clark
My deepest condolences to the family of Officers Clark. May his soul rest peaceful in Heaven.
First Sergeant Thomas Webb, Retired
New York State Police
October 2, 2023
O God of Peace, so many of America’s Peace Officers who are on the front lines to protect us never make it back home to their families. We pray for these fallen law enforcement officers, Lord God, who gave their lives for us. We pray for the families of these heroes, who have to now endure life without their loved one. Lord God, society tries to move forward, but there is always bloodshed occurring. We approach Your throne of glory and grace to beg of You for peace. Lord God, bring peace to this land – the United States of America. We plead for Your divine intervention to quiet our hearts and unify our communities. Stop the violence that occurs amid our cities. We thank You for all America’s Peace Officers who have died protecting us, and ask that You send an everlasting peace so that America’s Peace Officers on the streets may be safe and return home to their loved ones at the end of their assigned shifts. In Christ Jesus, Your blessed Son, I pray. Amen.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [children] of God.” [Matthew 5:9 ESV]
“And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” [Isaiah 6:8 ESV]
Pastor Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA, FCPO-USA
Intercessory Prayer Ministry
Merrimack, NH 03054
Captain Steven R. Closs (Ret.)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)
October 2, 2023
God bless you Robert Clark. Thank you for protecting your community and keeping evil from us. I hope to shake your hand and salute your bravery in Heaven one day. Much peace, honor and empathy for your family.
Grateful citizen Ryan P.
October 2, 2023
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. "In valor there is hope..."
Recruit N. George
Albany County Sheriff's Office Public Safety Institute Session 6.
October 2, 2023
Praying for peace and comfort today and during the difficult days ahead. With deepest sympathy,
Rita Rocker
Deputy Executive Director
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles
October 2, 2023
Correctional Officer I Robert Clark, I am deeply sorry to read of your murder at the hands of this repeat criminal. I thank you for your service to all of us. May God Bless you and all those that love and care about you. Rest In Peace, Brother.
Mary Milam
Sergeant (Ret)
Chicago Police Department
Hudson, FL
October 2, 2023
May God and St. Michael watch over you in Heaven, Officer Clark.
Patrolman Kenneth Collins
South Amherst Police Department
October 2, 2023
Psalm 15
God bless.
Rest in peace brother.
Sgt. Paul Schanno
Minnesota Dept. of Corrections MCF-Stillwater
October 2, 2023
I am sad to learn of the passing of a Brother and Hero in Correctional Officer I Robert Clark. I know our Heavenly Father has welcomed him home into his loving arms where he will now patrol the Golden Streets of Heaven. May the Lord deliver Blessings, Comfort and Peace to his Family, Friends and all Members of the Georgia Department of Corrections, Georgia.
Retired, T W Martinez
FOP member
State of New Mexico/JJS
October 2, 2023
RIP Brother, prayers for family
Sergeant R Tackett
Somc Security
October 2, 2023
RIP Officer Clark. Prayers of comfort and blessings to your family and loved ones.
Thank you for your service to your community and State of Georgia. May the punishment be swift in coming to the coward who attacked you.
Prayers of healing and safety to the inmate who tried to assist you.
God Bless.
Deputy Sheriff (Ret) Glen Allison
Tarrant County S.O. Ft Worth, Texas
October 2, 2023
God Bless you and your family.
Deb Holmes
Chicago PD (retired)
October 2, 2023
God Bless You, Your Family, & Friends.
Thank you for your unselfish service to protect your community.
James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian
October 2, 2023
Officer Clark,
Rest in Peace, thank you for your service and thank you for your courage, commitment and walking the path few can walk, we will take it from here, and remember you always.
Prayers for your family at Georgia Department of Corrections and prayers for your family and friends.
Howard Baxley retired officer
Florida Department of Corrections
October 2, 2023
Officer Clark, I will forever miss you and pray for you. My battle buddy since day one, when we started together at Smith State Prison. I am numb and at a loss for words. This is injustice to all our officers especially Officer Clark. We need better training, qualified staff, and more equipment! Officer Clark, you were one of the dedicated greats for Justice, I pray God is with your loved ones. I pray now you are safe and at peace, wrapped up in Gods love. RIP brother<3
CO1 Officer Aragon
Smith State Prison, my battle buddy
October 2, 2023
Officer Clark,
Thank you so much for your willingness to serve as a Correctional Officer. I pray for justice to prevail upon the inmate who so cowardly attacked you from behind. I also pray for God's comfort to overcome your family, friends, loved ones and colleagues. Rest in peace.
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. – Matthew 5:9
Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)
October 1, 2023
Prayers to the family of Correctional Officer Robert Clark, and his agency!
"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God." Matthew 5: 9
Correctional Officer (Retired)
Iowa Departament of Corrections
October 1, 2023
I am so sorry to the family and other loved ones of Officer Clark. He looks like such a kind man in the picture. I pray you will have strength and comfort each day. I have no words for the evil person who took Officer Clark’s life.
In Sympathy,
Candice Conner
Family Member of TX DPS Trooper BJ Zachary EOW 1-1-06
October 1, 2023
Rest in Peace Brother
Thank you for your service and ULTIMATE SACRIFICE
Prayers for you and your family
GOD BLESS
Firefighter Ronald Lavallee
Lawrence, MA Fire Department
October 1, 2023
RIP Hero. May you forever spend your eternal life with our dear Lord in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones. Our country is now a little less safe without you. Thank you for your service.
HEROES NEVER DIE....
Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon
October 1, 2023
Condolences to the family, friends and fellow officers from Blue Knights NC II
Frank Spears Chaplain
Blue Knights NC II
October 1, 2023
RIP brother may God watch over you and your family. Amen
Sgt
Oceanport PD
October 1, 2023
Rest in peace, Officer Clark. Thank you for your service.
May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time.
God bless and protect the Thin Blue Line that protects us all.
Private Citizen Kathryn Felts
Mother of & Family Member of Law Enforcement
October 1, 2023
Rest in peace brother. Thank you for protecting your community right till the end. Heart felt condolences to your family.
Lt. Howard Brodt
Utica, New York Police Department
October 1, 2023
On behalf of the 68 dedicated volunteers associated with POINT 27 across the United States, we would like to offer condolences for Correctional Officer Robert Clark. Please know we are eternally grateful for Robert’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.
To honor Correctional Officer Clark, POINT 27 sent 27 Gray Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9, to the Georgia Department of Corrections in Atlanta, Georgia for Robert’s partner and fellow officers. POINT 27 also sent a Folded Flag Necklace engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Correctional Officer Robert Clark’s family.
POINT 27 is a Non-Profit organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, by sharing scripture on Dog Tags and Jewelry called Shields of Strength.
We will never forget and we are forever grateful.
Respectfully,
Colonel David Dodd,
United States Army Retired
Executive Director-POINT 27
Detective Jerry M. Rhodes #R309
Dallas Police Department-Reserve Division (Retired)
POINT 27 National Outreach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
[email protected]
214-908-2617
Detective Jerry M. Rhodes (Retired)
Dallas Police Department Reserve Division
POINT 27- National Out Reach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
October 1, 2023
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