Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Brother Davis,

May the road rise up to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And the rains fall soft upon your fields,
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.

Respectfully,
You’re Brothers in Blue

Untouchables LE Motorcycle Club

December 7, 2005

I have always been told that you were a fine police officer and a great man. I wish so badly that I would have gotten the chance to meet you and find out those things for myself. I have never met you, but I feel like I have. You are missed and I will always love you.

Renee Jackson

October 6, 2005

You were a gentleman and one hell of a cop John. I am a better person today because I knew you. Thank you sir. May you rest in peace.

August 18, 2005

~~~When Tomorrow Starts Without Me~~~

When tomorrow starts without me, and I'm not there to see; If the sun should rise and find your eyes all filled with tears for me; I wish so much you wouldn't cry the way you did today, while thinking of the many things we didn't get to say. I know how much you love me, as much as I love you, and each time you think of me I know you'll miss me too; But when tomorrow starts without me, try to understand, that an angel came and called my name and took me by the hand, and said my place was ready in Heaven far above, and that I'd have to leave behind all those I dearly love. But as I turned to walk away, a tear fell from my eye, for all my life, I'd always thought I didn't want to die. I had so much to live for and so much yet to do, it seemed almost impossible that I was leaving you. I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad, I thought of all the love we shared and all the fun we had. If I could relive yesterday, I thought, just for a while, I'd say good-bye and kiss you and maybe see you smile. But then I fully realized that this could never be, for emptiness and memories would take the place of me. And when I thought of worldly things I'd miss come tomorrow, I thought of you, and when I did, my heart was filled with sorrow. But when I walked through Heaven's gates, I felt so much at home. When God looked down and smiled at me, From His great golden throne, He said, "This is eternity and all I've promised you. Today for life on earth is past but here it starts anew. I promise no tomorrow, but today will always last, and since each day's the same day, there's no longing for the past. But you have been so faithful, so trusting and so true. Though there were times you did some things you knew you shouldn't do. But you have been forgiven and now at last you're free, so won't you take my hand and share my life with me?" So when tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart, for every time you think of me, I'm right there in your heart.

Anonymous

January 31, 2005

BIG JOHN although I was only an eight year old child when you paid the ultimate price, I remember how you were a role model to us kids around the block. It is your example that made me want to be a Phoenix Police Officer. You will always be missed ,and your family will always be in my prayers.

Chris Mays
Phoenix Police Officer

OFFICER CHRISTOPHER E MAYS
PHOENIX POLICE

December 28, 2004

"BIG JOHN" That was his nickname in the hood. His hands were huge and he could burst a football with his grip. Nobody, but nobody messed with BIG JOHN. I had the privledge of riding with him in 1971 when I was a babay officer. Everyone knew BIG JOHN. He was a soft spoken and gentle man most of the time. But when he needed to be heard he could raise his voice above the heavens. And everyone stopped and obeyed BIG JOHN. You are missed my friend. It has been a long time. See you in heaven after I do my time. 33 and counting my brother.

L'il Ronnie Snodgrass
Phoenix Police Department

August 30, 2004

This is a great man, a brave man, who died for his fellow man. May God hold him and his partner in a special place throughout eternity. Proud of you soldier, and grateful for your sacrifice. AC

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

July 1, 2004

You are not forgotten.........

Sgt. Al Whitney
Yuma County Sheriff's Office, Yuma, AZ

June 12, 2004

ALEA class 381 will not forget you.

recruit
phoenix

September 16, 2003

I worked with Big John In early 70, we worked South Mountian High. Quite a guy, I miss him.

Lieutenant, retired
Albuquerque Police Department

ANOTHER BROTHER DOWN MAY HE REST IN PEACE

SGT. JAMES EVERS
N.Y.P.D.