Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dad,it has been many years of your passing.I will never forget the time and day of a phone call from the N.B.P.D. to report to N.B.G.H. because you had fallen from a gun shot wound. I was only a rookie cop just starting out to follow your foot steps. Well Pop, I followed your path and after 20 yrs. of service as a cop understand that we are a totally different breed of person. I Know while on the job that you have watched over me during many situations that I myself almost fell in the line of duty. But one thing I will always possessed is your knowledge and your fear of nothing. Dad, I presently am a high ranking member of the CT Court Security system at the rank of LT. which I know you are proud of. My two children daughter Jamie 27 yrs. and Lil'Gary 24 yrs.) as well as your other(7)grandchildren often speak about their grandpa. We will be someday in heaven together and talk about our experiences of that thin blue line that we both know so very well. Dad, You are not only my father but a brother officer. I love and miss you. Your son, and Ret. Police Officer Gary E. Allard.

Ret. Police Officer Gary E. Allard
My Father

February 19, 2008

Dad,
Yesterday was Valentine's Day. You are a big part of my heart and soul. You forever remain in my heart...the heart never forgets those they love! I love and miss you Dad.
For you have a new life...1 Peter 1:23
Love,
Mary Beth

Daughter

February 15, 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 © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

December 9, 2007

Dad, I can't believe it's been 29 years since you left this world. Every day you are missed and thought of. God gives us cherished memories. Cling to them when sorrows come. Where is the heart that does not keep within its inmost store. Some fond remembrance hidden deep of days that are no more? Your grandchildren are growing up so fast. My son is already 10 years old and forever asks about his Grandpa. I wish you could have met him. He's wonderful and reminds me of what blessings truly are. I make sure your spirit lives in each of your grandchildren (all 9 of them). "I thank my God upon every remembrance of you." Philippians 1:3. Never let today's burden erase yesterday's blessing. I love and miss you Dad. You are forever in my heart and soul.
Love,
Mary Beth

Daughter

August 16, 2007

Mary Beth and family,

You are all on my heart and in my prayers today. May you find comfort in knowing one day you will see your loved one again.

Regards,
Caroline Roberts Jordan

August 15, 2007

Dad it's your birthday today. I want to celebrate your life and all that you stood for. One of my favorite scriptures is: Jesus said, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." John 14:27. I know that this scripture is how you would want me to live my life. I miss you Dad.
Love,
Mary Beth

Daughter

August 4, 2007

Dad,
Thinking of you over this 4th of July.
Mary Beth

Daughter

July 5, 2007

Dad,
As another Father's Day passes by; your love is still my guide, although I cannot see you, your spirit is always by my side, forever in my heart, and always on my mind.
Love,
Mary Beth

Daughter

June 17, 2007

My heart and prayers go out to Lieutenant Allard's family. The years have gone by but the memories live on. God Bless you all.

Caroline Roberts Jordan

April 4, 2007

Dad,

I know you were with me these past few trying months of my life. I am a survivior and that has been surely proven over the years. Oh how I wish you could have been there to comfort me through this most difficult time. I know in my heart you were there in my spirit and you gave me the strength to push forward and heal. I have a long way to go Dad, but I know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I will always miss you Dad.

Love,

Mary Beth

Mary Beth Gordon
Daughter

January 13, 2007

I believe I have Your humor
I believe I have Your smile
I wish is could have known You, if only for a while.

I wish I could have seen You in the days when life was great,
Just for one moment, just before that date.

I wish You could have seen me and helped me on my way,
I wish our lives were different.

If only You had stayed.

All that's left now are stories of the playful man You were,
I know I would have loved You Dearly, I'm absolutly Sure.

And I know that I am a part of You and You would have felt the same,
I wish I could have known You, not only just Your name.

Rest in Peace Grandpa
Love, Your Grandchild

GrandChild

November 26, 2006

LT Allard,
All of your grandchildren have gone there entire lives without knowing you, or who you were, but as we get older we have begun to learn about your life and about how incredible of a person you were. All of your friends and family have expressed there love of you to us. Now we are able to share in the same love that your family and friendshas felt for so long. Thank you for your service to our country, for your service to the City of New Britain and for the undying memories that your family (especially your daughters) share in everyday.

Matthew Allard
Grandson

August 17, 2006

Dad,
On today, the 28th year of your passing I want to honor and remember you. It seems like yesterday you left us, but I know we all will be reunited in Christ one day. You were a dedicated police officer and we were all so proud of you. You're family misses you so very much after all these years...it's an ache that will never go away! We all love you daddy.
Love,
Mary Beth

Mary Beth
Daughter

August 16, 2006

Dad,
In remberance of your birthday yesterday; I had the opportunity to be up here in Connecticut... the state you lay in rest and plant flowers with your grandson.
Forever missing you dad.
Love,
Mary Beth

Daughter

August 5, 2006

Dad,
Your family was gathered together today thinking of you in remberance of your birthday. We all miss you funny and witty ways. You will forever be in ALL of our hearts.
Happy Birthday!
Love your daughter,
Mary Beth

Daughter

August 4, 2006

Dad,
As another Father's Day goes by, I think about how much I miss having you in my life. There's not a day that passes me by that I don't think of you. You would be so proud of your grandchildren and they would love you dearly. We all miss you dad.
Happy Father's Day
Love your daughter,
Mary Beth

Daughter

June 21, 2006

Lt. Allard,
On today, the 27th anniversary of your death, I would like to say thank you for your service to the citizens of New Britian.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

August 16, 2005