The White Settlement community came together to honor and remember the valor of three fallen police officers at their Annual Memorial Ceremony, a solemn reminder of the sacrifices made by law enforcement to keep the public safe. The White Settlement Police Department shared the details of the event that marked the passing of Captain Wid Spivey, Captain George Scott Monier, and Corporal Albert Rene Gomez, with the respective end-of-watch dates spanning from 1955 to 2021.

Dutifully recounted by the White Settlement Police Department, the event featured prominent members of the community, Chief Cook celebrated the trio’s commitment to duty. In his address, Mayor Young provided introductory remarks that set the tone for the day, Reverence, was the order of service with the Brewer High School uplifting the atmosphere with their rendition of the National Anthem, and Chaplain Charles Lavine drew hearts closer with the invocation.

Amidst the serene display of respect and honor, the presence of the honor guard stood prominent, a visual testament to the noble profession these men served. The department extended its gratitude to everyone who contributed to the ceremony, including officials, city employees, volunteers, the police force, and grieving families, who collectively pledged to "ALWAYS REMEMBER" the fallen heroes.

Visuals of this tribute to sacrifice and community were captured by SAD PHOTOGRAPHY TEXAS, ensuring that the memories of the honored will not fade into the abyss of the forgotten. A poignant Wreath of Honor adorned the space, provided by Melinda Warren, adding a touch of beauty to the somber occasion. It is in these communal acts of memory that we find the ethos of our collective humanity – our ability to hold tight to legacies so that our present endeavors may always be informed by the past, and prefaced by the loss of those who walked the thinnest blue line.