Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sgt. Gilbert,
On today, the 40th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Brockton. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

March 8, 2024

Rest in peace Sergeant Gilbert.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 16, 2022

Happy Birthday Dad - We Love You !

Dan
Son

July 12, 2021

We miss you not just today but everyday Dad - We love you !

Dan
Son

March 8, 2021

Happy Birthday Dad ! We Love You !

Dan
Son

July 12, 2020

You're always in our thoughts Dad ...

Dan
Son

March 8, 2020

Mr. Gilbert was like a second father to me. I met him when I was five years old, when I met my friend Dan. He taught me many valuable things. When I got into trouble he would come by my parents house to talk sense into me. He was the only one who ever did that, I will never forget him. Hopefully I will see him again someday.

Brian Macdonald

Brian Macdonald
Friend

August 29, 2019

Anytime my friend. Take care.
Christopher

Christopher
Buddy from bhs and ejh

February 10, 2019

Anytime my friend. You take care.
Christopher

Christopher
Buddy from bhs and ejh

February 10, 2019

Anytime my friend. It was my pleasure to mention. You take care.
Christopher

Christopher
Buddy from bhs and ejh

February 10, 2019

Chris,

Thank you for your kind words, they mean a lot .

Your buddy,
Dan

Son

February 5, 2019

Hey dan. Dont know me but i remember you. And went to school with you at east jh. Im sorry buddy, wouldn't wish this on anyone. Always felt for you and your family. I was friends with stephen peraino. Johny defalco and all these guys on the east side of brockton. Went to ashfield and graduate 85 at bhs. Always felt bad for you about your dad. Just ran across this and well, your dad was an awsome cop taking care of us brocktonians. You're a good guy, wish i could have hung out and knew you better. You always seem like a good guy. Take care buddy and just know, someone out there appreciated what your dad did for us.

Chris
Buddy from bhs and ejh

August 10, 2018

Happy Birthday Dad - We Love You !

Dan
Your Son

July 12, 2018

I miss you today and every day Dad. I want to be more like you every day of my life. I love you.

Your son
Son

March 8, 2018

Thirty Four years have passed since you were taken. The fate of the drunk who took your life is not known, but we can only hope and pray he/she learned a valuable lesson from your sacrifice.

God Bless you and all who you left behind. It is clear that they keep you in their hearts and that you are still with them in spirit. Forever Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

March 8, 2018

Mom, Tam and I talked about you this morning and we all said a prayer for you. The fact is, no matter how many days, years go by, you are in our thoughts and our prayers everyday. We love you Dad.

Son

March 8, 2017

I think about you every day and miss you every day .. I love you Dad ..

Daniel Gilbert

March 9, 2015

I miss you so much Cousin John. You always came by to check on me to make sure I was ok. Thank you . Kathryn Gilbert

Cousin

December 29, 2014

I love you Dad ...

daniel gilbert

March 8, 2014

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 8, 2010

Sergeant Gilbert, today marks the 25th anniversary of the tragic accident that took your life. Is accident the proper word? Probably not considering that the driver who killed you was drunk.

After all this time, many have moved on, Brockton PD filled your position with a new person and some may have forgotten you, but you will never truly be gone from those you left behind for you will forever be in their hearts and minds and though your position in the PD may be refilled you can never be replaced.

God Bless and may you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

March 8, 2009

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

March 11, 2008

SGT GILBERT, MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. YOU HAVE SERVED WELL. A HERO FOR SURE. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

March 8, 2008

Sgt. Gilbert,
On today, the 24th anniversary of your death, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Brockton. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

March 8, 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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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

February 18, 2008