Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Time could never erase the horrible news...I never knew you but you chose to serve and protect the city I loved...I just wanted to let you know that you will never be forgotten

Rest in Eternal Peace !
Continue to watch over us all

william shepherd
Civilian

July 8, 2016

Connors words in Women's Division, Delawate County Prison 1988 when I was 19 and green. "Don't trust these bitches over here for a second. They'll hit you just as hard as the men and they twice as vicious. " You were my senior, and never lived to where I could call you my equal. But your memory lives on in my heart and I think of you every time I hear 911 HamgUp.

Palm Daniel Boyd
Springfield Township PD

July 1, 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

July 4, 2015

Connie;
I trained you for the street but I didn't do a very good job because I wasn't there when you needed me the most. I'm truly sorry that I failed to protect you. As I'm writing this memo I'm crying because I think of you all the time. I remember how you use to yell at me when I would stop a car and not call out, then you would come searching for me then yell at me. You will be in my heart fore as long as I live.

Michael Kruczaj/ just another patrolman
Chester Police Dept

February 13, 2015

Never forgotten.

Police Officer - -
Mesquite (TX) Police Department

December 1, 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 19th 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

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

December 20, 2012

Aunt Connie,you have been on my mind so much lately, I miss you so much. I miss all the fun times we had as a family. You made the family proud you we're a awesome police officer. Rock on lady hawk. Love always & forever you're neice stacy

stacy
relative

January 2, 2012

Officer Hawkins,
On today, the 18th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Chester. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

July 1, 2011

You're thought about often. I enjoyed working with you and I know that you are above watching over the troops. Miss you !!!!!

Officer Vanessa Suter
City of Chester Police Department

March 21, 2010

EVEN THOUGH YOU HAVE BEEN GONE FOR 16 YEARS AND FOUR MONTHS NOW, TO ME IT IS LIKE YESTERDAY. I MISS YOU SO MUCH AND WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU. I WISH YOU WERE HERE WITH ME, BUT I COMFORT MYSELF KNOWING THAT YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE. MY HEART WILL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU, AND I LOVE YOU MORE THAN YOU COULD EVER HAVE KNOWN. I MISS YOU CONNIE. I HAVE A DIFFICULT PROBLEM KNOWING THAT YOU DIED ALONE ON THAT STREET. YOU KNOW THAT I WOULD HAVE PROTECTED YOU, AND GIVEN MY VERY LIFE FOR YOU. I REMEMBER YOUR EYES THREE DAYS BEFORE THIS HAPPENED, THERE WAS SUCH SADNESS AS IF YOU KNEW THAT YOUR TIME WAS NEAR. WE CONNECTED THAT WAY. I LOVE YOU CONNIE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH, TILL WE MEET AGAIN IN HEAVEN,

LOVE,
YOUR BABY SISTER

jennell johnson
sister

October 1, 2009

15 years since you got your angel wings and joined St. Michaels police patrol and still your memory is vivid in the hearts and minds of family and friends and fellow officers.
That memory held is the measure of your contributions in this life. The growth of the seeds you planted continue and so your legacy of caring, giving, and loving will go on forever.
Rest in Peace

July 1, 2008

Dear Ms. Hawkins,
I remember how you and Officer Beverly used to make sure I was safe from harm on more than one occasion and how i Kept on cutting up. You know teenagers and how dumb we are sometimes :)But you and Bev kept pushing and somewhere I found the courage inside to rise above the oppression of the city and make something with my life.
I remember the day you got shot and it really hurt me . I went to your viewing and cried the whole day . So much sadness all the people there to support you and your family. You are greatly loved and sadly missed by all.
I am very sad about Bev too and now you too are Partners for life in a world where you are always loved and respected. I know you 2 are looking out and I have been blessed with making your aquaintence. Thank you for saving this poor souls life on numerous occasions.

Civilian Kathy D
Constant juvenile nuisance

February 27, 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

January 15, 2008

Thank-you for your service to the community. Rest in Peace.

Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Department

January 8, 2008

Connie,
I never got a chance to know you. God took you from Chester before I joined. But I remember sitting down some nights and talking to Bev, who NEVER took the band off of his wrist with your name on it.
Now I miss him, and wish I had known you. Give him a hug for me, and god bless you both. Thanks for holding the line "Girl Cop" and see you soon.
God bless,
Rob Waples
CCSO

PFC Robert Waples II
Charles County Sheriff's Office

August 7, 2007

I remember seeing this tragic incident on the news like it was yesterday. My heart still goes out to Officer Hawkins and her family as well as her fellow officers and colleagues on the Chester Police Department. You'll always be remembered.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police

July 1, 2007

The Officers Of Evening Watch North patrolled in memory of Officer Hawkins July 1, 2006.

Sgt. J.Owen
Henry Co Police Dept

July 1, 2007

Thirteen years have passed but you have not been forgotten nor will that ever be the case as you are a true hero and heroes never die. Thank you for your dedicated service to law enforcement. Keep watch over your loved ones and those still out on patrol.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

November 21, 2006

Fallen but NEVER forgotten.

Joanie
Mother, daughter, sister, and granddau. of LEO's

October 11, 2006

P/O Hawkins, you are not forgotten.

P/O #5434
Philadelphia PD

May 30, 2006

Dearest Connie,
I miss seeing you, and talking with you. But I know that you are aware of all that is going on here on earth, and that you are "Watching" over us all.

I know that heaven has embraced you. And Ms. Jean..I miss your mother, too. She was one of my heroes. As you are a hero to all who knew you......

I love you and miss you, Sandy

A Lifelong Friend-Sandra White-Boddie

March 2, 2006

Thank you for your service. After all these years, and your brothters in blue still mourn your sacrifice!!!!

Salute

Corporal-MI

August 9, 2005

I did not know you personally, but I admire you and you are not forgotten. Your heroism is still standing strong through your family and friends. God Bless you for your sacrifice to this great nation. On this day July 4th it is people like you that make this country the greatest.

July 4, 2005

HEY SIS.
I HAD TO COME HERE TODAY. I TRIED TO COME YESTERDAY,BUT COULDNT BRING MYSELF TO DO IT.
CONNIE,ALL I THOUGHT ABOUT THIS WEEKEND WAS THE NIGHT YOU WERE SO BRUTALLY TAKEN FROM US. MY HEART ACHES WHEN I THINK ABOUT YOU ALONE OUT THERE. I WISH I COULD HAVE BEEN THERE WITH YOU,TO TRY TO HELP PROTECT YOU.
I SAW DJ ABOUT A MONTH AGO. GIRL,YOUD BE SO PROUD OF HIM. HE HAS GROWN INTO SUCH A HANDSOME POLITE YOUNG MAN.
I SEE DON ONCE IN A WHILE NOW,AND I KNOW THAT YOUR SPIRIT WATCHES OVER THEM ALWAYS.
WELL,IM GONNA GO,HAWK, BUT PLEASE KNOW THAT YOUR FOREVER IN MY HEART AND I WILL ALWAYS CHERISH AND REMEMBER THE MANY MANY TALKS WE HAD ABOUT OUR FAMILIES,LIFE AND DEATH. I HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN. PLEASE GIVE A HUG TO MY MOM AND MY BROTHER AND THE CHILD THAT I LOST. LOVE YOU HAWK,DIANE

OFFICER DIANE BRISCOE-NOWELL
CHESTER CITY POLICE DEPT

July 2, 2005

HAWK, NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT I DONT THINK OF YOU. I KNOW ITS BEEN SO MANY YEARS, BUT YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.
YOU NEVER GOT THE CHANCE TO BE ALTONS GODMOTHER, BECAUSE THE LORD CALLED YOU HOME, BUT I KNOW YOU ARE HIS GUARDIAN ANGEL NOW,SMILING FROM ABOVE.
I LOVE YOU SIS,DIANE

OFF. DIANE BRISCOE
CHESTER POLICE DEPT

May 18, 2005