Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Cannon,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Atlanta. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

June 17, 2023

We attended Falls College together. I didn't know James outside of class, but he was a good friend. I was heartbroken to hear of his passing. I think of him often.

Al Stephens
Friend

June 6, 2021

Rest in peace Officer Cannon.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 21, 2020

Although I have been here often, I never know what to say. Since you were taken from us when I was a baby, I only have memories shared by our family. Even though they aren't mine, I cherish them, and wish for more. It's hard to explain the feeling of loss that I have since I never got to know you, but it is deep and always with me. I try to make sure that your grandson hears all of the stories of you. I want him know of your love of family, your strong will and character, your knowledge of right and wrong, and desire to take care of others. I guess I do know you, thanks to our wonderful family, and I am honored and blessed to be your daughter. I will never forget you, or let you be forgotten. I love you and I miss you.

Paula

Paula Cannon Yeaglin
Daughter

July 2, 2016

Time may have passed but you are not forgotten. I believe as long as someone remembers you or speaks your name, you are still with us.
Thank you for your heroism.
GOD Bless

Detention Officer A.Zambito
Texas

June 17, 2015

You left way too soon. RIP.

Susan Cannon Reece
Cousin

February 15, 2015

In Memoriam and from The Brannon Family Tree

CSI, Retired, Brannon
Distant Family

April 25, 2014

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 39th anniversary year of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

I pray for the solace of all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and prie are forever.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

November 24, 2012

Rest in Peace, Officer Cannon. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

February 17, 2012

"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 whos 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
Sergeant
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

December 23, 2007

Rest in Peace Motorman. You are not forgotten.

Motor Officer D.Johnson
Metro Nashville Police Dept.r

June 19, 2006

Rest in peace motorman.

Offc. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department

May 26, 2004