Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I remember sixteen years ago as though it were yesterday. I attended your funeral and my heart still goes out to Mrs. Terry and your children. You gave so much, and you will always be a hero in my eyes!

Anonymous

June 9, 2010

Detective Terry, I am thinking of you and your family and friends in the wake of all the recent murders of our Seattle area law enforcement officers. I cannot believe it has been more than fifteen years since your murder, I remember it like it was yesterday. Thank you so much for your service.

Julie High
Seattle, WA

December 29, 2009

Detective Terry, May God be with your soul and comfort your wife and children. Even though your killer's sentence has been reduced by the courts, God will have the final say, and there will be no appeal! I still remember your funeral service, all of the grateful people of Seattle who lined the streets to honor you, and the sadness on Mrs. Terry's face at the cemetery. You will never be forgotten. You are a true hero!

Anonymous

September 20, 2009

Det. Terry,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Seattle. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

June 6, 2009

Thank you for your service. You are remembered every day.

Anonymous

May 9, 2009

Det. Terry,

I pass by the spot where you were shot daily on my way to work and give you a slow salute. I never knew you, but we are a part of a greater brotherhood. You are remembered and Ed takes care of your memorial to make sure it remains beautiful. Thank you for your service.

South Precinct Officer

Officer
Seattle Police Department

March 24, 2009

Detective Terry,

Today your family will once again face your killer in court as he is sentenced after entering a guilty plea in a plea bargain. Sadly, the maximum he will face in prison is only 20 years. However, the relief of knowing that the appeals, overturned convictions and legal maneuvering over the past 14 years will finally come to an end will hopefully be a source of relief for your beloved family. May justice finally be served.

Cheryl
Survivor

May 27, 2008

Detective Terry,

It is beyond belief that your family continues to be victimized by the criminal justice system. Your killer should remain in prison until he is carried out in a wooden box. Yet, he could be out of prison in 6 years due to time off for 'good' behavior and time served.

We pray that justice will be served, if not in this life, then in the next.

Decent citizens appreciate your service. You are not forgotten; rest in peace, sir.

Family of Patrolman Clifton Miller
Rossford, Ohio, EOW 14 May, 1966

May 25, 2008

I am so glad to hear today that your killer has finally admitted and plead guilty. It can't bring you back, but it helps in some small way, even all these years later.

I pray for your wife and children and all those you left behind daily.

May 20, 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 © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

April 29, 2008

I went to Bethel High school the same time as Det. Terry,and recall what an accomplished athlete and decent person he was. I commend Det. Terry for his accomplishments during his lifetime,and his service to his community. You are not forgotten.

Greg Rudebaugh
BHS class '78

April 14, 2008

Detective Terry,

On this the anniversary of your leaving us in the physical sense we pay tribute to your spirit. Tonight the Evening Watch of the Henry County Georgia Police Department’s North Precinct will hit the street in your honor. Please watch over us as we continue your fine work.

For the entire shift,
Sergeant V.T. Rosen

Sergeant V.T. Rosen
Henry County Police Department

June 6, 2007

You Sir,are a hero.Rest safe with The Lord and may He bless you and your loved ones.

June 6, 2007

I read this officer's story and I had to leave a message. This officer, although in plain clothes, working undercover still remembered his duty as an officer to "protect and serve".

It is unfortunate that the one's he believed to be stranded motorists were out to do him harm when his only intention was to "protect and serve" them.

God bless this officer for he fulfilled his duty as a police officer whether that be by locking up drug dealers or helping someone with car problems on the side of the road.

God has a special place in His kingdom for those that dedicate themselves to helping others.

Respectfully,

A fellow Peace Officer.

Matthew 5:9 "Blessed are the Peacemakers for they shall be called children of God".

Rex K. Parsons # 2581
El Paso, Texas Police Department

April 7, 2007

Wow. At the time of your murder I was just about to graduate high school. I can distinctly remember the times, the "everybody wanted to be a gangster" craze,the music at the time rapping about killing cops. I just remember in general the "hate cops" mentality of that time. I'm sure it still exists. As I've grown up since then I have come to learn that officers are people, they are husbands, brothers, fathers, sons. You, the brave & dedicated put on your uniforms and take the risks and unfortunately sometimes make the sacrifice.
It seems as if each officer I hear or read about loved their job, their community, and their fellow officers. I find a little comfort believing that you all seem to live a life you love.
I remember the day you were killed. Now, I will remember you. Thank you for your service.

citizen

September 29, 2006

Antonio, wow, 12 years have passed since you were killed. I will always remember bumping into you (literally) coming around the corner in the N.Pct two nights before you died. Never would I have thought that was the last time I'd see you. Two days before your funeral I was speaking to a class of 7th graders (kids only a few years younger than the guy that shot you) on personal accountability, when one of them asked if I knew you. There I was, in uniform, supposedly a big, tough cop, and I started to cry. I appologized for my tears and the teacher (God bless him) said, "It's okay, police officers are human too. It's good for the kids to see that you have feelings just like anyone else". It is something I remember to this day. I sure hope the students have. I know it sometimes seems the public has forgotten that fact, but at times like your death, and most recently, Jack's ('05) and Lito's (last week), the public amazes me with their concern, prayers, sympathy, and love. We miss you, Antonio.

Detective
Seattle PD

August 19, 2006

As you look down upon us, as God has done for you. You give us the strength to carrying on with our duties to make this a safe and better world.

Officer Santos C.P.
King County Jail

December 26, 2005

AT, I often come to this place when I need reaffirmation of my purpose. When I view your memorial, and remember our words to each other the night before you were taken from us....it seems as though I'm being pushed to train people harder and stay the course. I will do just that in your honor....maybe we can still do that one buy-bust together. We still run to the gunfire...not away from it. I love and miss you.....BigDaddy

Sergeant Alvin "BigDaddy" Little
Seattle Police Dept

July 1, 2005

Antonio, I will remember you for always. You always said hello whenever I saw you. When you were in Narcotics you came through warrants, arrests, info, whatever we needed. You are missed, brother.

Officer Michele Calley Vallor
Seattle Police Department

March 22, 2005

Thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

retired
SPD

March 22, 2005

ONE MOMENT

In the whisper of the wind,
I felt God embrace me.
As the voice of a loved one,
I heard God speak to me
Looking in a mirror
I saw God smile at me.
One moment and I knew
That God and I were one.

BeeQue

February 26, 2005

I still miss you buddy.

Dallas Murry
Seattle Police Department

February 18, 2005

Tonio, I miss you man, You represented the best of the best. My thoughts are with you..

Deputy JK Beaumont
King County

April 26, 2004

Rest in peace blue angel. 07/Nov/2003

Shannon
concerned citizen

November 7, 2003

Rest in peace.

SR.Cpl Hunt
Dallas PD

October 9, 2003