Utah Chiefs of Police Association Remembers Fallen Officers During National Police Week 2024

Fallen Comrade Table

The table is set for one, though the number is many.
The chair is empty, as they can no longer join us.
The tablecloth is white—symbolizing the purity of their intentions to serve their communities.
The candle is lit—symbolizing their spirit to serve.
The glasses are inverted—they cannot drink nor toast with us this day.
A slice of lemon is on the plate to remind us of their bitter fate.
The single red rose displayed in the vase is to remind us of their families and loved ones.
The salt upon the table is symbolic of their tears.

The officer has received his final call, symbolizing the end of watch, leaving his radio silent.
Many have served with these peace officers and called them “partner,” relied upon them, depended upon their might and their aid. Surely they have not forsaken us.
They watch over us still, and we honor them today.