Joplin police officer died of burns
suffered last month in a natural gas explosion that
occurred as he was investigating a possible suicide threat. Timothy
Nielson, 26, died Monday night
at St. John's Regional Health Center in Springfield. Nielson and
fellow officer Greg Batson, 36, were hurt Aug. 10 in the explosion at
the home of David Riley, 41, who died the following night. Batson,
released from the hospital last month, is getting physical therapy and
doing well. Riley and his estranged wife had signed final divorce papers
the day before the explosion, and the next day he called the office of
the attorney who represented her. The attorney was in court, and when
the woman who answered offered to take a message, Riley said it would be
"too late." The woman, believing it was obvious Riley was going to harm
himself, called 911, and Nielson and Batson arrived at the home four
minutes later. Investigators said a natural gas line in the home was
open and that gas had spread throughout the building.
Nielson, a Joplin officer for four years, is survived by his
wife, Tracy, and two daughters.
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May your families, friends and loved ones find comfort in the fact
that you did not give all in vain.
For your memory will forever be honored in the job that you did
everyday, keeping them and others
you did not know as well as us, your partners, out of harms way. Rest
in honor and peace fallen warriors... In Valor There is Hope.
Police Officer, Rob Pride
Larimer County Drug Task Force, CO
Date: 10/10/2004
Time: 01:24 PM
Walk tall, walk tall and protect us from above with honor and dignity.
May you lead the charge for
citizens right in heaven as you did here on earth
Darrell Thompson
Privet Security Officer St. Clair Co. MI,
Community College Campus Patrol #14
darrell@policespecial.com
www.sc4.edu
Rest in peace brother, and
may God allow him
to keep watch over us on earth while he patrols his beat
in heaven.
Our prayers go out
to the Officer and his Department and family.
May they all find peace in their hearts soon.
From all the
Staff at Police Special
Inc.
My prayers are with the family
Andrew mahler
NYPD aux police program
Neurotoxinx@hotmail.com
I want to offer my condolences to all fallen officers and their
families, and to say that they will be honored as a hero protecting us.
May god Bless you all during your time of grief. Remember that God
called them to protect his home and to watch over us all. God Bless
Safeguard Security
Richard Johnson
richardj5261@aol.com
04/26/2007
10:23 AM
May god be with this officer, his family and friends. My prayers go out
to the family of this officer and to all the family's of officer's that
have fallen. God Bless You All.
Police Officer Michael Molandes
BPD307@copmail.com
Brady Police Department
www.bradytx.us
Came across this site by chance and just wanted to say that you are all
valued by the decent people you protect, in all the various countries
police officers serve in. A very difficult job done by excellent
people. Thank you all. Your sacrifices often go un-thanked.
Peter McDermott
United Kingdom
Sorry for your loss. It's sad to hear about the loss of any officer. My
prayers are with your family.
Ryan Stuber
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Another fallen officer's widow, Alabama
You
are gone from our site but never forgotten by the people you served or
all of your brothers and sisters in blue. Rest now we will take it from
here.
Constable, Marty McGee
Martyak@gci.net
49th Military Police Brigade
Alaska
I am so sorry for this loss. People often speak of sacrifice, but rarely
understand it until they have experienced the loss of a loved one.
Losing a loved one to such a noble cause makes it all the harder to
understand. God bless you. Prayers sent
Deputy Sheriff, Dan Duryee
deputy1515@hotmail.com
Lake County Sheriffs Office
I would like to convey my condolences to all of the Families and Friends
of All the Fallen Officers. I pray that someday, none of these tragedies
will ever occur again. They were ALL Brave Men and Women trying to
protect and Serve their Fellow Man. May God Bless Each one and Tell Them
that We thank them for what they have done for all of us. May God Shine
His Light Upon each One that knew them and Protect them until they meet
again. God Bless.
Thank Each Of You For All You Do For Us. May God Always Protect You and
Allow You To Go Home Safely. God Bless You All. My Father was an
Officer, so I know How it feels. Thank You All.
Larry Crull
PlnOld@aol.com
Private Citizen TX Fort Worth
It is my fervent prayer that a gracious God will hold our brothers in the
palm of his hand until we all meet again.
Lt. Det. Eric Eversley
Boston Police Department
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU - YOUR FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF NEED.
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND TOUCH YOUR FAMILY MY FALLEN BROTHER.
Deputy Shane A. Snider
sjso203@yahoo.com
San Juan County Sheriff's Office
May the lord bring you comfort and healing at this time of your sad lose.
god bless all the dedicated officers who try to keep us all safe whilst
we go about our lawful business. May your God go with you.
Martin Kadir
Reserve Officer
m.kadir@ies.uk.com
Prayers and deepest condolences for a fallen Correctional brother.
My God walk with you in his halls.
Your spirit will guide others in faith and memories.
Gone but never forgotten.
Keep your heads up, and continue our walk the walk...
Sly. Bruce
mex_bruce@yahoo.com
Shiprock Dept. of Corrections
Shiprock, New Mexico
My prayers are with the family of this officer, God speed, and thanks for
your dedication and sacrifice
Jim Walker
Brazos County Sheriff's Office Booking
jwwalker_51@msn.com
A total loss. Gone but never forgotten. Rest in peace, and we all know
you are still watching your Brothers and Sister with shields.
Sly Bruce
Corrections Officer
Shiprock Dept. of Corrections. Shiprock, NM
mex_bruce@yahoo.com
You and Yours are in my prayers. Rest Well.....We've got it from here.
Police Officer, Danny
Nicko1@aol.com
Pharr PD, TX
May god be with this officer, his family and friends. My prayers go
out to the family of this officer and to all the family's of officer's
that have fallen. God Bless You All.
Police Officer, Michael Molandes
JPD572@copmail.com
Jewett Police Department, TX
Rest In Peace! I Salute your commitment and efforts to keeping each of
us Safe and Secure. Your efforts are surely not in vain. God Bless you
and your Family and words cannot say how much I personally appreciate
the sacrifices of you and your Family!!!!
Lieutenant Colonel Ken King and Family
US Army (Active Duty)
Lieutenant Colonel Ken King
kek10@earthlink.net
Our prayers go out to your loved ones, friends, and Department. We are
sorry for your loss. May you watch over us and protect us.
Members Of CopsOffDuty.Com
LEO Members and LEO Supporters
www.Copsoffduty.com
My prayers go out to both families of Trooper Sperr-his own and the
Thin Blue Line, and for those like him who assisted others in their time
of need here in Louisiana, we thank you. On behalf of all who do or have
put themselves on the line on a daily basis, thanks can never be enough.
Thank all of the Thin Blue Line for everything they do...
R.O. "MC Mac (Storm)" Mackey
Entertainer-Cat's Meow New Orleans
former 82nd Abn. Div. - XVIII Abn. Corps
Brothers In Arms Always
R_One_XI@hotmail.com
US Army, LA
There is no higher calling than that of a peace officer - protectors
of us all. My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Otto Hall
Date: 03/09/2006
Time: 01:55 AM
My Heart Goes Out to All Law Enforcement Officers Families and
Friends. It is a Great Loss for All of the Citizens that They Protect
and Serve. God Bless and May God Give You Peace.
Larry Crull, TX
PlnOld@aol.com
Our heart felt thoughts and prayers for the family and co-workers.
Since the loss of our daughter Tara (EOW 09-13-2005), we have learned
that there are no more special, caring, and devoted folks than those in
Law Enforcement. May God comfort you in loss. May your family draw close
to each other and those who love you most.
The Drummond Family, GA
www.taradrummond.com
My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
Tom Savage, Chief of Police
copone@cox.net
US Fderal Police, NV
May our Lord be with this brave fallen officer's family and
Department. May God bless this officer to the highest for paying the
price to keep us all safe.
If at any time your department or the family of the fallen officer
needs help in any way please contact me and I will do what I can. Ptl.
S.L. Dillon #242
Officer Scott L. Dillon #242
MHPD242@sbcglobal.net
Cleveland Metrohealth Medical Center Police Dept. OH
May God keep you safe and take care of you and your families during
these troubled times. All brothers in blue know that one day everyone's
time is up we just hope that it comes when we get very old. So we give
you the greatest honor of protecting the public we serve and also to our
fellow brother in blue. God speed and hope to see you on the other side
where there is no crime just love and peace. Goodbye on your final 10-7.
Sergeant, Peter J. Guidry
trafficp@sw.rr.com
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office, LA
Department Website: www.tpso.net
My thoughts and prayers are with the family, co-workers and friends of
this officer. Your ultimate sacrifice will not be forgotten. May God
bless you and all my fellow Law Enforcement Officers.
PoliceSpecial.com staff does a great job with a difficult task of
reporting line of duty deaths of officers.
Noah Van Vliet
Midland Park Police Department, NJ
Department Website:
http://mpnj.com/police_personnel.htm
My thoughts and
prayers are with the family and friends of Officer King. I know his
service to the community and the Albuquerque Police Department will be
missed by all.
Police Officer DET. CLIFFORD MOGG
Las Vegas Metro Police Department
My prayers are with family and friends, my heart goes out to you...
Corrections Officer Jason Ash
jash1178@hotmail.com
NC Department of Corrections
God bless this officer and his family and may this hero never be
forgotten.
Police Officer, Steve
info@officersdown.com
R.B.P.D, CA
My condolences to all the family. You will be in our prater's.
Corrections Officer, Jason Ash
NC Dept. Of Corrections
jash1178@hotmail.com
Date: 01/26/2006
Time: 07:26 AM
Its very sad to read of officers who have lost their lives on/off the
job. We put our lives on the line daily to serve our cities/counties and
go months without receiving a mere thank you from our commanders and so
forth. To our command staff, try saying during roll call, "You guys did
a great job." We need it. I pray for the families and your loss. Safety
first. God Bless you all.
Police Officer, E. B. Rich
badboysatrisk86@yahoo.com
Memphis, TN
Sorry to hear another of God's chosen ones has fallen in the line of
duty trying to protect and serve. He will be greatly missed. My deepest
sympathy goes out to his co-workers and family.
Sergeant, Peter Guidry
Terrebonne Parish Sheriff's Office, LA
trafficp@sw.rr.com
Department Website: www.tpso.net
I visited this site by accident, but as an ex soldier I believe that
any man who falls genuinely doing his duty should be remembered, the
military are, so should the emergency services (as we call them in the
UK) to this man (or woman), and all others who fall in the line of duty
I bid Bon Voyage, and to those to whom he or she was important I wish
strength and courage, and for those who deliberately caused his or her
demise I wish the lower depths of their personal hell.
Ian D, Lincolnshire UK
Ex British Army.
United Kingdom
All those who have served and given their lives are a rare breed.
Every day that they report for duty and turn the key and roll out, they
know in their hearts it may be the last time. But they go anyway,
because that is who they are. To the dear families and Friends my heart
goes out to you. There is no doubt that they are still on patrol and
still watching over their families and friends from on high. Chaplain
Gibson "SEMPER FI" Brothers and Sisters!
Chief Chaplain Donald Gibson
crisis_chaplain@yahoo.com
Temple Police Department
http://www.chaplain-ministries.com/law.html
Gods Blessings upon this fallen Sister/Brother and the family that
grieves as well as the Law Enforcement Family. God Bless you all.
Law Enforcement Chaplaincy CFMI-HQ-TX-NM
Jessica C. Martinez
Senior Law Enforcement Chaplain
Jessica C. Martinez
Chaplain Fellowship Ministries
HQ-Temple Texas
New Mexico
CHAPMARTINEZ58@USACOPS.COM
Date: 11/10/2005
Time: 12:36 PM
May god be with this officer, his family and friends. My prayers go
out to the family of this officer and to all the family's of officer's
that have fallen. God Bless You All.
Aransas County Sheriff's Department, TX
Deputy Sheriff, Michael Molandes
ACSO815@copmail.com
Website:
www.aransascountysheriff.com
I am very sorry for your loss. We will keep you in out hearts and
prayers.
Tohono O'oldham PD
J.Morales, AZ
moralesj842001@yahoo.com
ANOTHER SAD DAY, WHEN WE LOSE ANOTHER BROTHER. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
AND YOUR FAMILY, GOD BLESS YOU.
Bernalillo County Sheriffs Dept.
Retired Deputy, GENE NESTOR
officer205@yahoo.com
GOD did not promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun
without rain, day without night, but; HE did promise strength for the
day, comfort for the tears and light for the way.
The community has lost a dedicated protector, the family a loved one,
the Department a comrade, the Nation a hero, but Heaven has gained an
Angel. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and I ask GOD to
watch over each member and give them strength during this time of their
need.
Florence Police Dept., S.C.
Retired Police Officer
W. Ken McLendon, Ret Sgt
RETLAW1991@bellsouth.net
I send my deepest sympathy to all of the family and friends. God
Bless.
Shelley Blanchard
May you watch over us here on earth from your heavenly home, May The
angles sing you to sleep at night - may the Lord wake you - smile on you
every day until the end of time God bless You Sweet angel of the Law.
Danny
Bristol, TN
Electricbanjoman@aol.com
For the time you gave - thank you. For the bravery you showed - thank
you. For the heart you put into it - thank you. For your sacrifices -
thank you. For the life you gave - thank you will never be enough. My
thoughts and prayers are with those whose lives were touched by the
fallen officer.
Kiley, Administrative Assistant
katm94@hotmail.com
I am so sorry for your loss My heart goes out to your family
Krista Truitt
krista76374@comcast.net
criminal justice student, TX
May GOD Keep And Protect You As You Did For Us Here On Earth.. Our
Prayers go out to the Family in this Hour of Need. REST IN PEACE
James W. Webb
Corrections Officer, Talladega Sheriff's Dept. AL
Iresqu6969@cableone.net
May the duty belt you wear in Heaven protect us.
Police Officer, Juan J. Valenzuela
JUANCMANEY@HOTMAIL.COM
"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God"
Matthew 5:9. My families prayers and thoughts go out to your family, may
God be with you.
Police Officer, Robert
North Myrtle Beach Dept. Public Safety SC.
Are prayers are with you and will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN
Lt..Alex Newton
Lapeer county sheriff department explorers, MI
lcfr343@yahoo.com
www.explorers.cjb.net
To all officers: May God bless each and every Law Enforcement
Officer. Our prayers are always that you all return home safely after
your shift is over. We pray that one day you will get the respect that
you so deserve. Be blessed!
Linda SImmons Thomas
Sister of officer; EOW 7-10-04
May you rest in Peace our brother. May God Bless you and your family
and all of your Law Enforcement Family.
Not only did the Police Department lose a hero but the entire nation
lost one of our finest.
God Bless America and all those who Serve And Protect worldwide.
Respectfully:
Senior Chaplain Arthur J MArtinez-DD
MASTER CHAPLAIN FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES
TEMPLE TEXAS, NEW MEXICO
I AM VERY SORRY FOR ALL THE OFFICERS THAT HAVE BEEN KILLED IN THE
LINE OF DUTY. IT
IS VERY SAD WHEN YOU HERE ABOUT COPS GETTING KILLED. KEEP YOUR EYES ON
GOD, AND EVERYTHING WILL BE FINE. EVERY COP IN THE U.S. ARE LIKE
BROTHERS AND SISTERS
TO ME. AND AGAIN I'M SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, AND ALWAYS KEEP YOUR EYES
ON GOD.
BOSSIER PARISH SHERIFF OFFICE
Deputy Sheriff, THOMAS TEUTSCH
TANKERONE@BELLSOUTH.NET
WWW.BOSSIERSHERIFF.ORG
TO A BROTHER: YOU will NEVER be FORGOTTEN for you did something that
no one else would do .
Rest in peace and watch over all of use walking the beat in
heaven!!!!
Cdt. A/B Jordan Hickle
RPD (OHIO) and Airforce
marineboy09538@yahoo.com
I reflect, and remember:
All gave some
And some gave all
Some stood through
For the red, white and blue
And some had to fall
And if you ever think of me
Think of all your liberties
And recall Some gave all. (unknown writer)
APD/Cincy Children's Hospital, KY
Officer, Joe Wilder
deputy1978@hotmail.com
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you. I am a
surviving wife and know first hand all of the emotional turmoil you must
be going through. If I can be of any help please let me know. May God
Bless You All.
With love, Gina Sharra-Surviving wife of Deputy Allen Sharra E.O.W
12-27-99
Gina Sharra, MI
ginasharra2002@yahoo.com
family survivor
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family they will never be
forgotten. May you rest in peace.
Panama City Police Dept.
Police Officer, James and Shannon Williams, FL
All give some but some give ALL. Our condolences to the family. You
maybe 10-7 but you will NEVER be forgotten.
All SHEP members
Sterling Heights, MI Emergency Patrol
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased
US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net
My prayers are with the families of all the fallen officers
FORT WAYNE, IN CITY POLICE RETIRED
SGT IRVIN LINDSEY
sargent1934@yahoo.com
I am so sorry to hear the death of this fine and young and courageous
officer and also my deeply condolences to their family. I will pray for
their family to god for their safety. God have mercy on their soul.....
Private Detective
Mirza Mukarram Beg, FL
muki_71@hotmail.com
As a Law Enforcement Officer myself I am sorry to hear about the lost
of one my brother or sister Law Enforcement Officer. My heart goes out
to the family of all fallen Officers.
Police Officer Martin Lee
jasperpd203@yahoo.com
JASPER POLICE DEPT. FL
My prayers are with the family. My brother is a police officer that
was also shot numerous times on March 27, 2004 at 10 am and was know by
Kevin. I still have my brother, but lord really watched over him and
still is.. I pray every night for the families GOD BLESS YOU ALL....
GOD Bless every officer, EMT, Firefighter and all.... You are in our
prayers DAILY
Tracey Collins
tcollins27@bellsouth.net
Malvern, AL
It is not how hey died, but how hey lived that makes them a hero. Gone
but not forgotten.
Private Security Officer
Quinn Wyse, CANADA
quinn_wyse1@hotmail.com
God bless brother/sister, continue patrol through the heaven's gate.
We'll do the same out here in the City of the Angels (Los Angeles, CA).
Los Angeles Police Department, CA
Police Officer, Jeff Collado
JEPEEDY@HOTMAIL.COM
Rest in peace, god protect you and your family
Sergeant Kevin Young, NYCPD
kpyoun29@verizon.net
To My Fallen Law Enforcement Brother there are many men and woman, who
will arise to the occasion of "Keeping America's Highway's Safe." "God
will be there for your family, trust me," So, I say to you now that you
have the best job now of being a "Highway Trooper for Heaven, Protecting
God's Highways To Him."
Mark Scott
Private Security Officer, CA
yodatwolf@yahoo.com
I'm really sorry, when a police officer dies a guard angel dies too.
Molly live forever in the mind of all
cops of the world (and every cops fallen in action). Edgar Solera Ex
sergeant of police
(Costa Rica, Guardia Civil)
Government Agent, Guardia Civil, Costa Rica
Edgar Solera
edgarsoleramontero@yahoo.com
Our prayers are with the family
US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net
My
deepest sympathy and prayers are with the family.
Fred Cog
Bailiff, NY
I am sorry for the deep loss to the family, friends and comrades.
US Federal Police (Retired) NV
Chief of Police, Tom Savage
copone@cox.net
The easiest way for evil to triumph, is for good men to do
nothing....Edmund Burke. There are people who think that we do the job
to be heroes, or for personal gain. They could never understand that it
is about the person next to you.
Reserve Officer, Sergeant Aaron King
Josephine County Sheriffs Office, OR
akingermx@hotmail.com
It is abundantly clear that ALL of your fallen officers shared a
common thread - they were of the highest caliber yet modest and
unassuming in the approach of their duties. I believe that for as long
as such
men and women patrol your streets with such commitment and
professionalism, then you have much to be proud of. My heart goes out to
all the bereaved families, but be assured, there is someone in "every"
corner of the world who cares!
Don W.
Howling@thesilverymoon.fsnet.co.uk
Wildlife Protection Ranger (UK)
Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
May your
family find peace and strength. I know how it feels to lose a
family member in the line of duty. My prayers are with you.
They will be blessed for all that they did for us while they were here
and now they can all watch over us.
Lauren, LA
summer8219@hotmail.com
Your job on earth is done and you are safely in God's hands. You are
now our guardian angel who watches over us in heaven. Your family and
fellow officers are in our prayers. God bless.
Beverly "Jake" Smith, Retired Reserve Officer
Gainesville Police Dept. FL
smithbc@ci.gainesville.fl.us
Walk tall, walk tall and protect us from above with honor and dignity.
May you lead the charge for
citizens right in heaven as you did here on earth
Darrell Thompson
Privet Security Officer St. Clair Co. MI,
Community College Campus Patrol #14
darrell@policespecial.com
www.sc4.edu
Rest in peace, and
may God allow him
to keep watch over us on earth while he patrols his beat
in heaven.
Our prayers go out
to the Officer and his Department and family.
May they all find peace in their hearts soon.
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