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God took the strength of a mountain,
The majesty of a tree,
The warmth of a summer sun,
The calm of a quiet sea,
The generous soul of nature,
The comforting arm of night,
The wisdom of the ages,
The power of the eagle's flight,
The joy of a morning in spring,
The faith of a mustard seed,
The patience of eternity,
The depth of a family need,
Then God combined these qualities,
When there was nothing more to add,
He knew His masterpiece was complete,
And so, He called it ... Dad
The Final Inspection
The policeman stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"
The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
can't always be a saint."
I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.
But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at time I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't I'll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his god.
"Step forward now, policeman,
You've born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell
Author Unknown
Our Hero
There are heroes who walk among us
never looking for glory or praise
They don't seek recognition
for their thoughtful, caring ways.
Living lives of deep commitment
providing for those they hold dear
Steadfast with a quiet strength
through times of laughter and tears.
You are a person like that to us
The most selfless man by far.
So Bob, we'd like to thank you
For being the HERO that you are
This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Robert M. Cabral who was born in San Antonio Texas on October 29, 1953 and passed away on November 05, 2005 at the age of 52. We will remember him forever.
If you have a funny story or a memory of me,
please post it in the tributes for my friends and family to see!
If you never had the chance to ever say hello,
then please just light a candle and forever it will glow.
Go Yankees!!! 
To anyone that would like to post or just say hello to Bob, I highly encourage you to do so, please utilize this website as it was intended for that purpose. I cannot express in words what it means to the family and friends of Bob when they read the memories or the impact that Bob left on everyone. I'm sure he is smiling down on all of you for stopping by. And if you never had the fortunate opportunity to know Bob then feel free to light a candle in his memory!!
Thank You!
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Thinking of you Robert. / Beverly Brown (Thomas Allen) (Visitor)
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Remembering Robert / Carol Pizzi (Angel Debbie's Mom )
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Happy Birthday Robert. / Beverly Brown (Thomas Allen) (Visitor.)
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Happy Birthday Bob! / Carol Pizzi (Angel Debbie's Mom )
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remembering / Austin Cooper (player)
Hey coach!i wanted to say thank you for everything that you've done it was not forgotten at all u will always be in our hearts.Not one day goes by that i dnt think about you.what can i say im still in shock.we all love you and miss you.
take it ...
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I Still.. / Nikki (Student) Read >> |
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Really late. / Tabitha Golz And Alexa Moniz Read >> |
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Happy Easter Bob / Donna Medeiros (friend) Read >> |
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A little late / Theresa Silva (Player/Coach) Read >> |
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Happy Thanksgiving / Heather (family friend ) Read >> |
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your first year angelversary / Donna Medeiros (friend) Read >> |
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1 year and missing you / Sam Jardin (Friend) Read >> |
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Missing you more than ever... / Happy Read >> |
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Your Angel Date / Heidi Ruth Hobbs Daughter Read >> |
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Thinking of you and your boys this weekend / Heather Keezer Read >> |
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| His legacy |
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A TRUE HOMETOWN HERO!
The following is from an article in the Fall River Herald News that appeared on November 7, 2003:
"Officer Bob," as he is known to the students of Case Junior High School, has been on a mission for the past 11 years to keep kids away from substances that can hurt them. After working a regular midnight to 8 a.m. shift at the Swansea Police Department, Sgt. Robert M. Cabral then heads off to the junior high school for a full day of Drug Abuse Resistance Education teaching. If that weren’t enough -- he does it for free. "I believe in the DARE program and its mission," said Cabral. He said it was also his feeling that "having a police officer in the schools is a positive way of showing students what police officers can do to help them." At one time, Cabral did not have to work a regular police shift during a DARE education session, which runs from January to April, but due to cutbacks in the last couple of years, funding for DARE was eliminated from the budget. But, that won’t deter him. And, even if funding is not restored, he said he’ll still work something out so the program will continue. "As long as we keep going, we’ll be all right," said Cabral. Cabral was honored Thursday as a "Hometown Hero" by the Fall River Five Cents Savings Bank and WSAR AM. He was nominated by attorney Jane Sullivan of Swansea. Swansea Police Chief George Arruda said Cabral was a "dedicated, committed and caring police officer" to take the time to do what he does. A native of Swansea, Cabral has been a police officer in that town for the last 27 years. He remembered his days at Case High School, now the junior high school, when he acted in a play on the very stage in which he was honored for his dedicated service Thursday. "To do something you enjoy and get a reward for it is unexpected," said Cabral. Cabral, a father of two sons, Alex, 10, and Mitchell 13 -- a Case Junior High School eighth-grader -- said being a DARE educator does not take time away from his family. "That’s why I work the midnight to 8 shift," he said. But, when does he sleep? Cabral just laughs at the question. "I try to get some sleep," he said. In addition to his full-time job as a police officer and a part-time educator, Cabral also coaches the Case Junior High Soccer Team, and serves as a referee coordinator for Somerset/Swansea youth soccer. He’s also involved in Little League baseball and basketball, and is a member of the Swansea Lion’s Club. Cabral said that the DARE curriculum teaches children self-esteem, how to make good decisions, and how to stay away from drugs, alcohol and cigarettes. It also teaches them there are consequences for their actions. And, a big emphasis is placed on violence, giving kids alternative ways to spend their time. "A busy child doesn’t have time to get in trouble," said Cabral. The "Hometown Hero" award was presented to Cabral before 700 students of the seventh-grade class. All of the children clapped and said: "Thank-you Officer Bob," at the end of the ceremony. "My reward is their success in keeping away from the influences of drugs, alcohol, tobacco and violence," said Cabral.
Lt. Cabral 's life was taken by an irresponsible person deciding to Drink and Drive" for the memory of Bob and many other innocent victims,
"PLEASE DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE" |
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