Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Cooper,

We are taking care of Aubrey and your babies. You would be soo dang proud of Aubrey, she is so strong and brave. P Shuggie continues to grow and look just like you. Kody is on the move and looking more and more like Dad. Ayden is growing over night, it seems like. He looks like a totally different kid. We've got it covered. This past weekend you got the SPARTAN AWARD, how badass, I just know you would have loved it. You are continuing to inspire people to train and be better, and we continue to honor you every day.

We miss you something terrible. But we are still, so proud of you.

Haleigh Meeks
Sister-In-Law

April 7, 2025

I was your 2nd phase FTO at Garland PD. You were in the top 5% of all rookies I trained for rarely making the same mistake twice. Super impressive, and you were only 21 years old at that time. Just a kid. We had good times talking about our small world M4 connection, and our passion for motorcycles during that training phase. Your dedication to suppressing crime and the fear of crime was impressive. Overwatch Peer Support has been here for your friends and family. We all miss you so much.

Wellness Unit Officer T.E. Gyure
Garland Police Department

April 3, 2025

You were my first rookie. I helped train you and at the end of first phase I knew you were something special. We became brothers and our families vacationed together. Love ya homie. Warriors Promise

One week ago I carried a warrior. That warrior was my friend.

Always knowing the reality of the job, but when the news came, we never imagined that it would be my brother, my warrior friend.

Tears flowed the day we heard the news; anger soon followed leaving us without a clue on what to do.

You leave behind a legacy in your short time, rest easy my friend, the watch is now mine.

It was my honor to carry my warrior friend, now that warrior carries me.

Thoughts of his heroism and bravery now ignite the flame of justice eternally.

We lost a warrior, I lost my friend, but hear me brethren, hear me warriors, pick up and carry on; the mission and calling are still at hand.
One last salute as you’re lowered into the ground, I’ll keep pushing forward until Gods trumpet sounds.

And until that time comes, and we get to meet again, I’ll always honor the life of my brother, the legacy of my warrior friend.

-J.P. Morillos

Officer J.P. Morillos
Garland Police Dept.

March 1, 2025

I'm sorry that you were taken away from us so soon. Thank you for your service, sir. You will not be forgotten!

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Lasd

February 8, 2025

This is so sad! I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers for his family and the entire police department.

Tolu Kent

February 2, 2025

So sorry for your Loss!

Michael Wenzel

January 5, 2025

Thank you for your service. Thoughts and prayers to your family and the department. Rest In Peace.

Recruit Edgardo Cortez
Class #481

January 1, 2025

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

"Always Ready, Always There!"

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

December 25, 2024

Rest easy Cooper. I'm thankful that we got to work together. You will always be "Awesome Dawson!"

Lt. R. Moreno, "Jr."
Garland PD

December 23, 2024

May you rest in peace, sir.
You will always be remembered by your law enforcement family!

Deputy Sheriff Trainee/SMM
LASD

December 20, 2024

May you rest in peace, sir.
You will always be remembered by your law enforcement family!

Deputy Sheriff Trainee/SMM
LASD

December 20, 2024

Rest in peace brother. We have the watch from here. Thoughts and prayers for you, your family and your department.

Officer Tommy Thomason
Security Officer

December 17, 2024

Rest easy, we have the watch from here.

Officer Min Oh
Rowlett Police Department

December 17, 2024

Rest in peace Brother

Reserve Officer Steve Durfee
Retired

December 16, 2024

God bless you Officer Cooper Dawson, for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the Greenville Police Department. Rest in Peace Brother.

Officer Jim Drabos (Retired)
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department

December 11, 2024

What a contribution to our country, to serve and protect locally and abroad. This country is too lenient. We need to bring back the death penalty by electric chair within 40 days of conviction.

Anthony Alaniz
US Citizen

December 10, 2024

Officer Dawson, our world is full of evil people, and yet, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jesus Espinosa
Civilian

December 7, 2024

To be the second hero fallen in the line of duty at Greenville PD says alot about the agency. You are a hero in my book, you will always be. Thanks for your sacrifice and service. My prayers to your wife and children, and fellow officers.

We'll take it from here, brother!

Cpt. S. A. Mohamad
Dallas College LEA

December 4, 2024

May God be with you.You serve your purpose as a police officer. We were taken it from here

Officer Roger T Smith
SECOND AMENDMENT SECURITY LLC

December 3, 2024

On behalf of the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles, we offer our heartfelt condolences. Officer Cooper Dawson's courage and dedication to duty will never be forgotten. Our thoughts are with his family, colleagues, and community as they navigate this profound loss.

Office of Victim Services - Mandy Kimner
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

December 3, 2024

To Officer Dawson’s family, friends, and work family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time and I pray that you can feel Gods loving arms wrapped around y’all during this time. I pray that you find peace and comfort that only God can provide. The Bullard Police Department stands with y’all during this tragic time.

Rest in peace Dawson, we’ve got it from here brother.

Sergeant Judith Tuell
Bullard Police Department, TX

December 2, 2024

So hard to believe that you’re gone Cooper. You were one of the BEST street cops ever my friend! You will always be “Awesome Dawson!” May God always bless you and your family!

Lt. R. Moreno, “Jr.”
Garland PD

December 2, 2024

Rest in Peace Brother.

Capt. A. Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.

December 2, 2024

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

December 1, 2024

May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten. God Bless You. Your Family, & Friends.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

December 1, 2024