Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you for your dedication and service to the people of Chattanooga, TN. RIP Officer Nelson I Hess, V.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"

December 30, 2023

Rest in peace.

J.R.

June 12, 2020

I was the first officer on the scene.. Inv Anthony j Flint.. See front page of next day paper.. I was going to get gas at onion bottom.. I turned left onto Central from Mcallie ave.. I let it rip to Brainerd then Conner st.. Hess was on the ground in front of the window. Friederichsen was on the ground beside the door.. Eddie Cooper and i knocked the door down..... Never will forget that day... If u hear that police tape.. I was baker27...

Inv A Flint
Chattanooga PD

April 21, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Hess.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 17, 2019

Rest in peace.

Lt. Jim Russo

June 19, 2018

I was in college, when he was murdered. RIP. You will never be forgotten. Thank you, for your service.

Teresa N. Radford

June 18, 2018

39 years ago today you were taken from us. You loved your tour of duty and the people you protected. You have been missed everyday. Rex is with you now and has been for 35 years. You are in our thought daily. I know the two of you are having a grand time praising our lord in heaven.

Bennie Hess Davis
widow

June 12, 2017

I never met you. But I find it hard not to think of you and your ultimate sacrifice, especially since I work the beat not far from your final call. I am proud to call you family and a brother in blue. I will do my part in holding that thin blue line until we meet one day. You are not forgotten.

Your distant cousin,

Officer Adam Rose
East Ridge Police Department

April 10, 2017

Nelson Irvin Hess, V, you are remembered in the eternities. "Families Can Be Together Forever, It's Heavenly Father's Plan." Your sacrifice of life in service will remain in perpetuity throughout the eternites.
Your cousins,
Austin and Patricia Lewis
Humboldt, TN

Patricia Parrish-Lewis, family
Cousin

October 10, 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 15, 2015

To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 34th 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 solace for all those that love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

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

November 18, 2012

My Dearest Family and Friends

Somethings I'd like to say but first of all to let you know that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from Heaven where I dwell with Our Lord above. where there's no more tears or sadness just eternal Love. Please don't be unhappy because I'm out of sight, remember that I'm with you every morning,noon and Night.

The Day I had to leave you when my Life on earth was through God picked me up and hugged me and He said I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, You were missed while you were gone. As for your Dearest Family they'll be here later on.
I need you here so badly as part of my big plan. Theres so much we have to do to help our Moral Man.
Then God gave me a list of things that He wished for me to do, and foremost on that list of mine is to watch and care for you.
I'll be beside you everyday and through out the years, And when your sad. I'm standing there to wipe away your tears.
When You lie in bed at night the day's chores put to flight God and I are close you in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on Earth and all the loving years, because your only human they are bound to bring you tears.

Please don't be afraid to cry, it does releive the pain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned, But if I were to tell you You wouldn't understand.One thing is for certain, though my life on Earth is over I'm closer to you now than I ever was before.

To My many Friends, Trust God knows what is best.I'm still not far away from you I'm just beyond the crest.

So, If you can help somebody who is in sorrow or in pain, then you can say to God at night my day was not in vain.
And now I am contented that with my life. it was worth while,Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
If you meet somebody who is down and feeling low just lend a hand and pick him up as on your way you go.
When Your walking down the street and you've got me on your mind just know Im walking in your footstep only a half a step behind.
And if you feel a gentel breeze or wind upon your face thats me just giving you a great big hug or just a soft embrace.
I will always love you from the land way up above We'll be in touch again soon
PS God sends his Love.

Anonymous

November 5, 2009

Officer Hess your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May you rest in peace

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee

May 24, 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

January 29, 2008

Over 29 years have passed and you are still remembered by those that love you and they always will as you are a true hero and heroes never die. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones. Thank you for your dedicated service to others.

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

September 21, 2007

THE BEST DESCRIPTION OF A POLICE OFFICER IS ON THE AMERICA'S MOST WANTED TV PROGRAM.
"IT IS NOT HOW THEY DIED THAT MADE THEM HEROS, BUT IT IS HOW THEY LIVED".
REMEMBERING OFFICER HESS TODAY AND ALWAYS.

LORRIANE BOND (MOTHER)
HAMILTON COUNTY, TN DEPUTY SHERIFF:
DONALD K. BOND, JR.
EOW: 09.06.01

June 13, 2007

I had been a rookie officer for less than a week when you and your partner were murdered. I can still remember the chill that ran up my spine and the intense sorrow I felt when my shift Sergeant read the GLAW - Officer Down Summary in briefing. It made me question whether or not the job was truly "worth it." Against the wishes of my wife, I stuck with the job until I retired. Thank you both for your bravery, dedication, and sacrifice. May God Bless your families!

Detective Sergeant, Retired
Fayetteville, AR PD

June 12, 2007

G-d Bless.

June 12, 2007

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

February 13, 2007

It is so wonderful to know that he is not forgotten

Shea Hess
Granddaughter

September 22, 2006

REMEMBERING OFFICER HESS: I OFTEN THINK ABOUT YOU AND YOUR PARENTS WHEN I AM THINKING OF DON. I THINK OF ALL WHO HAVE GIVEN THEIR LIVES "IN THE LINE OF DUTY". AND THEN I THINK HOW MUCH LONGER WILL WE HAVE TO ENDURE SUCH HURT AND PAIN.
I HAVE SEEN YOUR PARENTS SEVERAL TIMES AND THEY ALWAYS HAVE A SMILE ON THEIR FACES. I KNOW THEY STILL THINK OF YOU AND WISH FOR "YESTERDAY AND YOU".
TO OFFICER HESS'S FAMILY, FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS: GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU IN HIS CARE.

LORRAINE BOND (MOTHER)
HAMILTON CO. TN. SHERIFF DEPUTY:
DONALD K. BOND, JR.
EOW:09.06.01

September 10, 2006

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer
Chattanooga, TN

March 25, 2006

Hey, cuz hope your doing well.tell moma and papaw hello.I was only 10 yrs.old when you left. but you will always be John wayne to me.I remember you each and everyday as life goes on.I have you and a picture of Rex over my mantel in my log cabin.YOUR MY HEROE, TAKE CARE MIDNIGHT COWBOY, LOVE,YOUR COUSIN JIMBO .HENAGAR,AL

JIMBO CALLAWAY

March 22, 2006

God bless you and your family at your tragic loss. You are a hero to us all and you will never be forgotten.

DE
St. Louis City Police

February 1, 2005

I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

A hero never dies.....

Rest in peace, hero.

September 29, 2004