West Palm Beach Police Department, Florida
End of Watch Saturday, January 21, 1984
Reflections for Police Officer Robert Dennis Edwards
Forever in my thoughts. I love you Daddy.
Elizabeth Edwards
Daughter
January 22, 2008
I love you Dad, and I miss you very much. You are in my thoughts not just today but always, my heart is full of pride, you are my hero.
Amy Lynn Hudson
Daughter
January 21, 2008
If I could stop time right now 24 years ago..... today we would be in Australia!
My Love Yesterday,Today,Tomorrow. I still have it.
XO
Wife
January 20, 2008
YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE
VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
January 13, 2008
Happy New Year. Your in My Heart & thoughts forever
My Love
SE
Susan Edwards/wife
January 6, 2008
"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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and may not be duplicated without permission
Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
December 16, 2007
Bob,
You were my FTO when I started. You did your job and have forever left a lasting professional impression on those you worked with. Your friends will forever remember you. I wish your family the best.
Brothers in Blue
Sgt. Bill Sandman
West Palm Beach PD
August 31, 2007
Although I did not have the opportunity to get to know you well, I still have fond memories of you with my father. I see you when I look at him. He still tells stories and refers to you as “the ultimate officer”. You have been dearly missed in our lives. It was so nice to read the reflections and to see the post of my long lost cousin whom I barely got to know either. Beth, if you see this - I, and your whole family misses you and loves you. Feel free to contact me at [email protected]. Gods love to all.
Diana Edwards
Niece
May 15, 2007
In honor of police week..I would like to say you are not forgotten and you are especially thought about this week. Thank you for your sacrifice.
Michele Geer
sister of Officer Thomas Morash E/O/W 10-17-03
May 12, 2007
For the last 23 years you are in my heart, thoughts & prayers. Yesterday, today, tomorrow. I love you.
Susan Edwards
Wife
February 3, 2007
G-d Bless.
January 21, 2007
Following in the footsteps of a Hero and a never forgotten friend. Rest in peace Ofc. Edwards.
D/S Franqui
PBSO
D/S Franqui
family friend
December 13, 2006
My Daddy...My hero.
Thank you all for the touching thoughts. Bless you and your families. Stay safe and God be with you.
Elizabeth Edwards
Daughter
July 4, 2006
Rest in Peace, Brother. Your service will never be forgotten. Stand tall and be proud that you were called Home for an eternal post in Paradise. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
A Squad
Woodbridge PD CT
February 5, 2005
I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.
Rest in peace.
December 28, 2004
You served your city well and are not forgotten.
Brother of West Palm Beach Motor Officer Thomas J Morash #1334 E.O.W. 10/17/03
PO Patrick Morash
Suffolk County Police, NY
January 21, 2004
Rest in peace.
Ofc. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Dept.
January 15, 2004
Rest in Peace Brother...rest in Peace
CPD
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