07/15/2026
If you ever got to know Harland Pope you were blessed with a wonderful presence of a human. An incredible police officer for many years. Bryan Police had one of the finest officers ever. Rest In Peace retired Officer Pope.
From Ms Zeta - - Our hearts are broken… 💔
Funeral Services for James “Harlan” Pope
Memorial Funeral Chapel Bryan
Monday 7-20-26 5-8pm visitation
Tuesday 7-21-26 10am service
Burial Steep Hollow Cemetery
Since Sunday, I've struggled to find the right words... this one hits hard.
After spending a day feeling sorry for myself, I realized Harlan would say… you can have a pity party… just don’t unpack and stay there! So I put on my big girl panties and decided to see the world through his lens… and before long, I found myself smiling and thinking of all the fun memories!❤️
Harlan had that unforgettable wry sense of humor, a sly smile, and a razor-sharp wit that could catch you completely off guard. He was a consummate investigator, a loyal friend, a trusted confidant, and someone with an incredibly kind heart. There was never a dull moment when he was around for sure!
Time spent with Harlan always left me happier than when it began. Our friendship was effortless, you could simply be yourself with him. But you also had to stay on your toes, because just when you least expected it, he'd say something so funny you'd nearly spit out your drink.
The world has lost some of its spark without him, but his one-liners, quick wit, and the joy he brought to everyone lucky enough to know him will keep him with us every day.
I have no doubt he will be watching over us all, shaking his head and thinking… did you really just do that??
Rest easy, my friend. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.
Please keep Peggy, Kara and the whole family (blood and blue) in your prayers!
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." Psalms 34:18