Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

You have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those still out on patrol.

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

April 28, 2009

It is truly a "Small World." Today, I am sitting here talking to a buddy, and jokingly asking him about getting me a jobe with one of his former departments. Although, I knew that he had served in Colorado, I had never connected him to Jefferson County Sheriff's Department(JCSD). Not only did he work for JCSD, it turns out that Sergeant Mossbrucker had been his Field Training Officer.

In fact, my buddy's sister was also employed at JCSD at the time of the tragic event.

Although, Sergeant Mossbrucker is no longer with us to share his tactics skills, he is most certainly not forgotten.......

Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD

June 17, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

April 29, 2008

This is the 13th anniversary of your EOW. I can't imagine leaving your wife with 5 children and one on the way! The pain that one person caused is inconceivable! We know God to be a God of love AND justice so He will repay.
I grew up in Jefferson County here in Washington. Thank you for serving there in Jefferson County. I know God is the Father of the Fatherless and He is still watching over your children. But it is so sad that you couldn't complete the job that was set before you. My condolences to your family in
spite of all the time that has passed.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

April 28, 2008

Thankyou sir for your service and sacrifice. You are a true hero to us all and will never be forgotten. GOD bless your family

POLICE OFFICER 9TH DISTRICT
PHILA PA

February 6, 2008

Sergeant Mossbrucker:

Today, I was thinking about that horrific incident.

I cannot even imagine what it must have been like being in patrol, pulling up, and dealing with "50-Cal Al," who was armed with an L.A.R. Grizzly 50 caliber sniper rifle, an SKS Chinese semiautomatic assault rifle, a .32 revolver, and a 9mm semiautomatic pistol.......

May Your Soul, Rest - In - Peace.

Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD

December 17, 2007

"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

September 25, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this 12th anniversary of your EOW. You are a true hero and your children will always remember that. Continue to keep watch over them and especially those loved ones that will walk in your foot steps on patrol. You will never be forgotten.

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

April 28, 2007

Tim and Family,
It has taken me a long time to come to grips with what happened. Tim was one of my Field Trainers when I started with Jeffco in 1986. Tim did so much for me that I know I carry some of the professionalism and respect Tim showed everyone else. I think about you often Tim. Hold a place for your family and friends so we can all be together.

Lieutenant Bret Jeans
Aurora Police

March 31, 2007

I just wanted to say that my dad is my hero and he will never be forgotten. He was the best dad, friend, and sheriff that will ever grace this earth. I'm going to fallow in his footsteps and become a sheriff for Jefferson County Sheriff's Department.

I enjoy reading all the reflections and everybodys memory's of my dad.

I love you dad, you are a hero to everyone. Thank you for makeing the ultimate sacrfice to protect everyone in this county and around Colorado.

Love, your son
Alex

Alex Mossbrucker
son

March 20, 2007

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer

May 18, 2006

To Sgt. Timothy Michael Mossbrucker, his loved ones and his fellow officers:

On this the eleventh anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is revered and honored today.

May your family continue be to comforted by the warm embrace of their law enforcement family, and other police survivors who share this painful journey with them. My heart is with your family.

Reading all the loving reflections left by those who cared for you gives us an understanding of what a good and honorable man you were and of the high esteem with which you are held.

Tim, for many years you rescued us, saved our possessions, our lives and our families. You are one of the rare heroes among us. You were always there for us in the most traumatic moments of our lives. No matter when we called, we just expected that you would come and do whatever it took to help us, and you always met our expectations. Your selflessness and dedication are awe-inspiring.

This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Sgt. Mossbrucker. I am so humbled by your valor and courage.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Sgt. Mossbrucker gave to his community and the citizens of Colorado, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on April 28, 1995.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

April 28, 2006

R I P HERO!

Tpr.
MA STATE POLICE

April 28, 2006

Rest in Peace, Sir.

April 28, 2006

I think of you often, as I live next to the Mossbrucker Park. Thank you for your service in our fine community. You will never be forgotten.

Trooper Dawn L Berry
Colorado State Patrol

March 16, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers go out to This Officer, as well as the Family, Friends, Department and Community.

This is a loss that will never be forgotten. Hours will turn into days, days turn into weeks, weeks into months and months into years but, the difference that these officers have made will last forever.

We lost Our Deputy Morris Taylor on September 14, 2002. When he joined the other Angels in Blue.

God Bless Our Law Enforcement Officers and Those Who Love Them.

Jack & Tracy Van Dolah
Former LEO/U.S.M.C. & Wife in Sutherlin, Oregon

May 22, 2005

Ten years and the memories live on.
Thank you for your service.
While your watch is over, ours continues.

April 28, 2005

THE POLICEMAN'S LAST ROLL CALL ...

THE POLICEMAN STOOD AND FACED HIS GOD, WHICH MUST ALWAYS COME TO PASS. HE
HOPED HIS SHOES WERE SHINING, JUST AS BRIGHTLY AS HIS BRASS. "STEP FORWARD
NOW, POLICEMAN. HOW SHALL I DEAL WITH YOU? HAVE YOU ALWAYS TURNED THE OTHER
CHEEK? TO MY CHURCH HAVE YOU BEEN TRUE?"

THE POLICEMAN SQUARED his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a Saint. I've had to
work most Sundays, and at times my talk was rough, and sometimes I've been
violent because the streets are awfully tough. But I never took a penny that
wasn't mine to keep, though I worked a lot of overtime when the bills just
got to steep. And I never passed a cry for help, though times I shook with
fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept many unmanly tears. I know I
don't deserve a place among the people here, they never wanted me around
except to calm their fear. If you've a place for me Lord, it needn't be so
grand. I never expected or had too much, but if you don't, I'll understand."

There was silence all around the throne where the Saints had often trod. As
the policeman waited quietly, for the judgement of his God. "Step forward
now, policeman, you've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on Heaven's
streets, you've done your time in hell."

Author Unknown

Raymore Police Department

May 20, 2004

I remember this. He died saving the life of the suspects wife. Very Brave man.

Ron Butler
Wackenhut Corp.

May 2, 2004

Lynn,

I spoke to you on the phone today, and wanted to say "Thank You". You are a remarkable woman. They often say that wonderful people are surrounded by other wonderful people. That was the case with you and Tim. I have heard many stories from a deputy who had him as an FTO, and from her accounts, he was an incredible example to her.

We remember every year on the anniversary of Tim's death what a horrible and tragic day that was, and how much your family lost. We also remember at several different times of the year and pray for you and your family, and hope that things are going well for you. I feel fortunate to have spoken with you, and am so grateful for the work that you do. I know that only you and others in your situation can relate to those who need your help, and I thank you for that.

We will never forget Tim and the ultimate sacrifice that he made to protect others.

Renee Creek
Wife of Boulder County, Colorado Deputy

The few times I spoke to Sgt. Mossbrucker, I was taken back by his professionalism and kindness. Rest in peace brother.

Police Officer
Denver Police Department

Rest easy as you are not forgotten. Never. We continue for you in the pursuit of justice.

Deputy M. Moore
Warren County S.O. (OH)

Sergeant-
You were a hero for your solo response to a murderous rampage. Now your wife is a hero for her work with COPS. It is so admirable that she would choose to spend her time assisting the loved ones of other fallen officers. Be proud, HERO!
I know that God is blessing you today, in heaven.

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