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Main Page Ptlm. Briggs' Funeral on Saturday
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Posted by: Duff112

Brothers and Sisters,

I don't know how many Masscop subscribers marched in the funeral last Saturday but I wanted to say how impressed I was with the sheer number of officers, troopers, sheriff deputies, CO's, firemen, EMT's, etc.. who marched in this procession, by some accounts 4000+. I was also impressed with the number of "Brass" who marched. To my rear was the Chief of a large P.D as well as countless Chiefs from smaller P.D.'s from around the region, along with legions of LT's and Sgt's. But I think what most impressed me was the number of civilians lining Elm Street and the surrounding streets we marched thru. It was quite a sight.

But I'll tell you this, as much as I was impressed by my fellow brothers and sisters, I hope I never have to march in one again. As the father of three young kids, the sight of those two boys with their fathers' shirt on was almost too much.

Posted by: NH Cop

Well said.

Posted by: THE RP

Absolutely well said Duff...The MPD guys were overwhelmed and really needed the support..It was outstanding.

Posted by: Bravo2-7

Very well said Duff, the whole thing was extremely impressive. It was the first I have been to since becoming an officer. I can only hope it will be my last.

Posted by: Delta784

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Originally Posted by Bravo2-7

Very well said Duff, the whole thing was extremely impressive. It was the first I have been to since becoming an officer. I can only hope it will be my last.

Unfortunately, it won't be.

Posted by: Bravo2-7

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Originally Posted by Delta784

Unfortunately, it won't be.

Yeah, I know that is true but one can hope

Posted by: dave7336

I had the honor of marching in the funeral. It was the very least that one could do to pay respects to Officer Briggs, his family and his brother and sister officers.

I wish it would be the last, but unfortunately I know it won't be. I was impressed by the motorcycle club that stood at attention with around 40 to 60 American Flags to show their support to Officer Briggs. It was also impressive that the residents of the city came out as well.

Rest in Peace Officer Briggs

Posted by: Oscar32

Nice work Duff, very well put.

Within every generation, some receive “a calling,”
A strong urge that cannot be ignored
At first there may be doubts, and even some stalling,
But ultimately, the calling is adored.

Law enforcement is, unquestionably, the noblest profession,
The essence of which, is human and divine
Whose requirements include courage, compassion and discretion
Daily sacrifices upon the altar of mankind.

Being wise and alert comes with the job
To prevent or detect crimes can be dangerous indeed.
Though most people are decent, some will kill or rob,
Some people are simply “bad seeds.”

When a fellow officer falls — you grieve as a whole,
Truly tears are shed like no other
It is a mourning that comes from the depth of the soul,
It is the loss of a sister, it is the loss of a brother.

But the courage that has sustained you sustains you even more
As you conquer another day or night
Still dedicated, and yet a little more so than before
To stand for what is true, and just, and right.

Rest in Peace Officer Briggs

Posted by: crazy irish

Essex County Sheriff Frank Cousins didn't even send his honor guard. wouldn't allow any dept. vehical to be used to transport officers to and from the funeral and denied anyone a personal day to attend on there own.
But he gave 43 people the day off last month to go to the Sheriff's conferance he held.
Way to go Sheriff! your a disgrace!

Posted by: dave7336

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Originally Posted by crazy irish

Essex County Sheriff Frank Cousins didn't even send his honor guard. wouldn't allow any dept. vehical to be used to transport officers to and from the funeral and denied anyone a personal day to attend on there own.
But he gave 43 people the day off last month to go to the Sheriff's conferance he held.
Way to go Sheriff! your a disgrace!

He would probably let them go to a Deval Patrick rally....He should be ashamed to look in the mirror!!! Disgrace is probably the best thing that you could say about him.

Posted by: Duff112

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Originally Posted by crazy irish

Crazy-

I will say this though, there were a fair amount of you guys marching. Shows well for
at least the rank and file.

Posted by: crazy irish

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Originally Posted by dave7336

He would probably let them go to a Deval Patrick rally....He should be ashamed to look in the mirror!!! Disgrace is probably the best thing that you could say about him.

Sorry but the Sheriff of Essex County is a HUGE Kerry healey supporter. He's a Republican

Posted by: crazy irish

[quote=Duff112]Crazy-

I will say this though, there were a fair amount of you guys marching. Shows well for
at least the rank and file.[/quote
alot of our people live in NH. Many are wearing the black band on the badge.
The Honor guard should have been sent!

Posted by: Duff112

Can't disagree with you there.

[quote=crazy irish]

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Originally Posted by Duff112

Crazy-

I will say this though, there were a fair amount of you guys marching. Shows well for
at least the rank and file.[/quote
alot of our people live in NH. Many are wearing the black band on the badge.
The Honor guard should have been sent!

Posted by: dave7336

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Originally Posted by crazy irish

Sorry but the Sheriff of Essex County is a HUGE Kerry healey supporter. He's a Republican

my mistake...either way, it is still a disgrace he wouldn't show Off. Briggs the proper respect that he deserved.

Posted by: crazy irish

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Originally Posted by dave7336

my mistake...either way, it is still a disgrace he wouldn't show Off. Briggs the proper respect that he deserved.

Your so right. May he rest in peace.

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