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Title: In honor of
Post by: SheGold on August 23, 2012, 05:25:56 am

A while back I sent out an ungent request for help on a pattern to honor a fallen officer. Needless to say I had to hand draw it myself. This plaque is far from perfect but it was received by the officers Mother with tears on both our parts. The story about Josh is that he had gone to talk to a man about messing with teenage girls, no arrest intended. Josh stepped out of his car and rounded the front of his car where he was shot down. He died about an hour later. Josh was 26 yrs old and all he wanted to be was a police officer. He served out community from age 18 till his death. Not only is his Mother suffering but his wife as well. I'd like to thank those that commented and showed their support, Toneman, Keefie, Tomsunnu and 2 more that my horrible memory fails to supply. I am posting the plaque for you to see. Thank you.... Sheila

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: julief on August 23, 2012, 07:42:06 am

You did a beautiful job, Sheila.  I am very sorry for the loss.  My son-in-law is a police officer and hearing this story pains me.  We all know it can happen that fast.  It is tragic.

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: DWSudekum on August 23, 2012, 07:54:51 am

It always saddens me to see the loss of yet another of our protectors.  You have designed and cut a great memorial Sheila.  Thanks for sharing it with us.


DW

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: Keefie on August 23, 2012, 08:38:39 am

That looks fantastic Shiela, the family will treasure it forever. I m only sorry I can't make patterns, and was unable to help you in your time of need.

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: Russ C on August 23, 2012, 08:44:48 am

Looks fantastic Sheila, a real nice job.  :)

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: frankorona on August 23, 2012, 08:57:46 am

Awesome job, great memorial, thanks for sharing

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: Al W on August 23, 2012, 09:13:19 am

Well done Sheila, well done.  May Josh's mom and family enjoy for many years, we continue to lament the untimely passing of some of our fellow officers up north as well.  Some of us still walk the thin blue line.

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: Tomsunnu on August 23, 2012, 11:26:40 am

Sheila
it is beautifully done! Great tribute to the fallen officer.
God Bless .
Mahendra

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: dgman on August 23, 2012, 11:40:43 am

Well done Sheila. I am not a pattern maker either and wished I could of helped. You did a wonderful job on the pattern and cutting. You should be proud!

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: GrayBeard on August 23, 2012, 11:41:38 pm

A wonderful tribute to a fallen hero from a special lady!
I don't know how you did it without leaving tear stains on the wood....

God Bless the fallen officer and you also!

~~~GB~~~

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: Marcellarius on August 24, 2012, 02:27:36 am

great and respectable job done Sheila!!

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: smitty0312 on August 24, 2012, 10:19:00 am

First off, sorry for the loss, great job and thought went into this as well. Thanks for sharing.

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: Tim2beupinAz on August 24, 2012, 02:18:26 pm

Great job on that. Looks real nice.

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: SheGold on August 24, 2012, 05:12:30 pm

Thank you all... Sheila

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: newfie on August 24, 2012, 07:34:29 pm

you did a good job with it Sheila thanks for sharing

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: bzeyher on August 25, 2012, 06:55:29 pm

Wonderful job for a good cause.
Thanks for sharing

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: Reaper on August 26, 2012, 12:53:03 am

Came out really nice...I'm sure it will be put in a special place.....

Title: Re: In honor of
Post by: Gabby on August 26, 2012, 02:52:53 am

Quote from: julief on August 23, 2012, 07:42:06 am

You did a beautiful job, Sheila.  I am very sorry for the loss.  My son-in-law is a police officer and hearing this story pains me.  We all know it can happen that fast.  It is tragic.

Julie took the words right out of my mouth, I couldn't see a thing wrong with it. I'm sure the family will appreciate your effort and sentiment. Both are beautiful!
Gabby