Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Michael, Yesterday was Mother's Day - first we went to the cemetery then we went to your brother Bob's who had the family over for a BBQ. It was nice to be with family but you are sorely missed on each occasion.

Your brothers and sons played running bases and it reminded me of all the times you would play with them during a family outing. The only change is yours sons are young men now and your brothers are getting slower. Even Uncle John and Uncle Joe threw a few balls around.

Leaving for Florida today with Debbie J. for some R&R. Dad really needs some R&R too but he's not a Florida person. Going to the Policemans Hall of Fame in Titusville but not for their anniversary.

Love you - Mom

Carol Gordon
Mother

May 10, 2010

Michael,
Remembering your family today on Mothers Day and thinking of your mother in a special way. I know she is thinking about so many precious memories of you through the years and how proud she is of you.
Tammy Persin
Mother of Military Police Officer
Pfc Brian Thomas Gleason 8/9/2000

Anonymous

May 9, 2010

Officer Gordon, I will be thinking of you and your entire family as May 15th arrives and we attend the memorials in your honor as well as all the fallen heroes... You will not be forgotten. Even though I will not be in DC this year, I will be in Titusville and will look your name up on the wall there. Thank you for your service, dedication and protection. Say hello to my girl for me.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02

Anonymous

May 8, 2010

Mike - Saturday was a busy day. First the Run to Remember for the CPD Memorial. Your brothers' organized their own team. (I think close to thirty people were recruited for Team Gordon). There was a total of 4,000 runners for the 5K, the most yet. John actually trained and I have to give him credit at almost age 41. Your son Cullen came in 4th for Team Gordon. Malik helped Uncle Bob move along as he supposedly threw out his back??. They all miss you very much. I know you would have blown past everyone with those long legs of yours.

Then came the Cubs Rooftop, they won 6th year in a role. I'm sure you were helping them along.

Your Dad represented the both of us at these events as I've been down with a virus for the past week. You will never be forgotten by us.

Going to the Policemans Hall of Fame, it's their 50 year anniversay for honoring the fallen in Titusville, FL in about a week - beautiful place. Love, Mom

Carol Gordon
Mother

May 5, 2010

To the family of Officer Gordon,
Thank you for writing on my fathers page. Thank you for your message and my heart goes out to your family. I will keep Aug 8th in my heart and say a prayer for all of you on that day. Rest in peace Officer Gordon
Sarah Lamonaco

Sarah Lamonaco
Daughter of Trooper Lamonaco

April 28, 2010

In a few weeks I will be going to Springfield again for the Police Memorial. I will be thinking of you and your family. I will also be going to Washington for the National Police Memorial. This will be the first time I will see your name on the memorial there. That will be sad for me to see. You are missed.

Retired Sgt. K. Brozynski
CPD

April 20, 2010

Mike, Thinking of you this Easter and remembering past Easter's. Cullen turned 11 yesterday but we celebrated today since everyone was going to be at John's.

Love you always and forever.

Carol Gordon
Mother

April 4, 2010

Michael,
Thinking of you and your family on this Easter holiday. I know your family and children miss and love you so much. I know you share this day in spirit with them.
HAPPY EASTER MICHAEL
Tammy Persin
Mother of Fallen Military Police Officer
Pfc Brian Thomas Gleason 8/9/2000

Anonymous

April 4, 2010

Happy Easter Mike. The family with gather at your brother's house and I know we will be thinking about you. The little ones will have their Easter Egg Hunt and I will video tape it like always. When the day comes that I join you, everyone will find out that there are very few video shots of me as I'm always behind the camera, but thats okay. Today was your son Cullen's 11th Birthday. He's having a really hard time right now as I know he wonders why this had to happen to him and that he is growing up without you. Really breaks my heart that both of the boys are involved in sports and you aren't here to give them advice. I try the best I can, but I would have been the worlds worst soccer player because of not being able to really touch anyone, now Hockey, thats a different story. Continue to watch over the boys and also your two brothers. I think of you every day and miss you every day also.

Love
Dad

April 3, 2010

A Gentleman offered this statement
as they laid my dad to rest,
"Today your dad's a Hero son,
and truly nothing less!"

Into his eyes I peered,
as the tears rolled gently down.
My response was kind and simple
the only words that could be found.

My dad was an officer
and a Hero every day.
He made this world a safer place
for you an...d me to stay.

A Hero who sadly offered
the news too hard to give.
A Hero who prevented tragedy,
allowing us to live.

A Hero you asked directions from
when lost or out of town.
A Hero who aided those in need,
allowing ease to get around.

A Hero who returned your child
when danger threatened near.
A Hero who protected freedom
so we'd have less to fear.

Yes, my dad was a Hero sir,
which he showed in every way.
But, today he is a Hero sir,
because of the price he had to pay.

Thank you for your service. God Bless your family.

Jessica Orr
Daughter of Det. Kevin Orr EOW 11/22/06

March 20, 2010

Mike, Just wanted to wish you a Happy St. Pat's Day. I know how much you loved being Irish.

Love, Mom

Carol Gordon
Mother

March 17, 2010

Dear Michael...Today is St. Patrick's Day...and so I wish you a blessed name day.

You are in my thoughts...and in my prayers...you are not forgotten.

God Bless you...and your dear family.

Anita L. Culosi
sister of NYS Trpr. Salvatore J. Embarrato eow 7/6/61

March 17, 2010

Michael, I did not know you but your father posted a lovely message on my son Matthew Melchionda's memorial page. Only the parent of a lost child can know the terrible broken heart one feels upon losing a child. You will never be forgotten. My heart goes out to your family. No words can comfort, I know that because nothing can give me any comfort, but just knowing that someone remembers and will not let your memory fade helps to ease the pain.

Jane Melchionda
Mother of Fallen Officer Matthew Melchionda

March 16, 2010

Happy St Patrick's Day Mike.

I know it was one of your favorite holidays of the year. Those that love you dearly have not forgotten you nor will we ever let that happen. You are in my thoughts every day and we all miss and love you. Continue to watch over everyone for me.

Love,
Dad

March 16, 2010

Dearest Mike,
I wanted to let you know that you are in my thought's every single day. If I don't get by here often, that doen't mean that I have forgotten you. I never will. And How could I, when I became friends with your Mom and Dad. Mike they will never know how very much they mean to me. I know that you, Jeff and God had to have your hands in it. But I had rather they still had you with them, and had never had met them, but Being God called you home, I thank Him daily that I was the one chosen to meet them. And your Mom and I have talked about that so much. God knew that we would need each other to share our good day's and the bad. I just hope your Mom doesn't get tired of my moaning and groaning some day's. Now who am I kidding, it's every time I talk to her. Glad she has a strong shoulder because sometimes I cry alot. Like she needs me, when she is so busy with the rest of her family. But Mike, I do think of them as my family to. I only wish I could carry their hurt's for them sometime. You are missed so very much Mike. But never forgotten. For those who loved you truly, you will always be alive in our heart's. Well I don't know why I have rambled on so. What I really came by for, was to wish you a Happy St. Patrick's Day. I know your Mom say's that was one of your favorite day's, so I'll always remember you especially then. And think of you when they are playing "When Irish Eye's Are Smiling". I have that Irish blood flowing through my vein's. And yep, Full of the Blarney sometimes too. But most of all I hope I can always keep the Irish part of me honest and sincere. Well "ME LOVE" know that you are one of my forever HERO"S. And someday, I'll get to meet you face to face. Mike you and Jeff continue to watch over the ones who loved you dearly and keep watch over your Brother's and Sister's in Blue. Happy St. Patty's Day. My Chicago Hero. With much Love.

Carolyn Moore
Mother-in-Law of Sgt. Jeffrey T. Hewitt EOW 04/04/04

March 13, 2010

Just wanted to stop in and say not a day goes by that I don't think of you and wish I could have one of those morning phones calls from you. Continue to watch over everyone for me.
Someone sent this to me, how true:

Thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new.
I thought about you yesterday and days before that too.
I think of you in silence,I often speak your name.
All I have are memories and a picture in a frame.
Your memory is a keepsake, with which I'll never part.
God has you in his keeping, I have you in my heart.

by: Therese

Love,
Dad

March 5, 2010

Rest in Peace Mike. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Special Agent
U.S. Postal Service

February 25, 2010

wassup, sorry for the delay, happy belated birthday. dont celebrate too much. take care and see you later.

p.o. lara
cpd

February 24, 2010

Happy Birthday ! The Rolniak's

Anonymous

February 21, 2010

Happy Birthday a day late Mike.
Sorry I Didn't get this on here before your birthday, but you know how hectic things are right now. But That doesn't mean I wasn't thinking of you. I do every day. There has never been a day that I haven't. You are always in my heart, along with your family. No the days still don't take away the memory of you and how very much you are still loved and missed. But we know you are always with us in spirit and we have the consulation of knowing we will see you again one day. I know that those in blue who are with you and the angels in Heaven Sang "Happy Birthday" to you. Keep looking down on all of us you left behind and watch over us. Say a special prayer for my Dad, and give my love to Jeff. I know you two really celebrated. Thank you Mike for all you gave for the rest of us. And Happy Belated Birthday, Hero. Love you and miss you. Carolyn

Carolyn Moore
Friend

February 21, 2010

Happy Birthday, Daddy!!

We love you and we miss you very much.

Love always,

Malik and Cullen

Malik and Cullen Gordon
Sons

February 20, 2010

Happy Birthday Michael!!! Love you and miss you everyday!!!

Love,
Sheryl

Sheryl Palermo
Riverside PD

February 20, 2010

Michael,

You are always in my thoughts... Never Forgotten...
Happy Birthday.

There Are No Goodbyes Only Love...

Anonymous

February 20, 2010

Dear Mike, Happy 36th Birthday! I just came across the time of your birth yesterday-8:56A. I remember Dr. Bolino wasn't at the hospital yet and I thought the intern would have to deliver.

I wish you were here to see how your children have grown and the things they have accomplished. Cullen-(10)scored three goals in soccer the other night. Malik-(13)is a ref for soccer and is now taking a class learning to ump for baseball, besides playing both sports. You would be proud of both of them. Grace is no longer that preemie baby you knew but is a healthy 6 year old.

Love you always and forever.

Carol Gordon
Mother

February 20, 2010

Dear Mike...I am offering my prayers...that you have a Blessed Birthday today...in the company of family and friends... who are with you...resting peacefully...while enjoying...God's eternity.

I know...how much you are loved...and missed...by your family...each and every day. So from that far better place...keep watching over them...sending them signs... that touch their hearts...and help them to cope...and trust in God's promise...knowing that someday...you all will be...together again.

God Bless you Mike...and God bless your dear parents...and your family.

You are not forgotten...

Anita L. Culosi
sister of NYS Trpr. Salvatore J. Embarrato eow 7/6/61

February 20, 2010