Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The family, friends, and co-workers of Sergeant Stevenson are forever in my prayer and thoughts.

Trooper C.E. Johnson Jr.
Virginia State Police

January 13, 2005

It's truly a sad day to have learned that Sgt. Stevenson is the second officer lost on this same day. Our prayers are with the Stevenson family and the Ceres Police Dept. There are no words that can express our sorrow.

Officer William Keys
Ridgecrest Police Dept.

January 13, 2005

May God comfort you at your time of unspeakable loss...My heart breaks for you..God Bless Howard for his dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice for the protection of others in the community.

January 13, 2005

REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER AND WE WILL TAKE IT FROM HERE!!

LT. RUDY TISDALE
WILLIAMSBURG S.O. SOUTH CAROLINA

January 12, 2005

What a tragic loss that will not soon be forgotten. My prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of Sgt. Stevenson. My wish is that they find comfort and peace together to get through this horrible time.
Always a hero, never forgotten. RIP.

Wife of an everyday hero
Michigan

January 12, 2005

This is the second time in 3 days I have written a reflection. It seems as though the Law Enforcement community has been rocked these past days. To you Sgt. Stevenson, I pray that your wife and children receive comfort in knowing that you were a warrior who fought everyday to keep the streets safe. We are the first and last line of defense for our communities. You fought the good fight Sarge. You finished your race, now it's time to enter into your eternal rest with Christ. To my fellow Officers who read this, take nothing for granted, leave nothing unsaid, if it needs to be said say it. Leave nothing undone. If it needs done do it. After you have put on your uniform, you duty belt and your about to leave for duty, STOP, turn around and tell your wife and your children you love them and say a quick prayer, LET THERE BE NO REGRETS. Sgt. Stevenson, God Bless you.

Sgt. David Williamson
London Oh Police Dept

January 12, 2005

Rest in Peace...

Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept,NY

January 12, 2005

I just learned of this website when an academy classmate of mine, Officer Bryan S. Hurst, was killed on 1/06/2005. I would just like to send my heart felt condolences to Sgt. Stevenson's family, friends and fellow officers. We literally feel your pain. Sgt. Stevenson died a hero. We will see you again at the final roll call. Until then rest easy. God Bless You.

Officer Jody Grube
Columbus, Ohio Police Department

January 12, 2005

GOD SPEED SARGE, AND SAVE A SPACE IN THE GOOD LORDS HEAVEN FOR ME! 10-7, BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN! -BHPD

PATROL OFFICER SAL ONOFRE
BHPD

January 12, 2005

Sincere condolences to the family of Sgt. Stevenson and to all the members of the Ceres Police Department.

Detective
Neptune PD, NJ

January 12, 2005

To the family and friends of Sgt Stevenson my condolences for your loss! He made the ultimate sacrifice so that others could live. Its a job that we in LE know has its ups and downs and all we try and do is our best so that we can go home to our families. I'm sorry again

Federal Police Officer Robert Jackson
US Dept of Veterans Affairs

January 12, 2005

R.I.P BROTHER. THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE.

POLICE OFFICER RENE SANCHEZ
BOSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT, BOSTON MA.

January 12, 2005

Sgt. Stevenson, On behalf of the Men and Women of the Broward County Multi-Agency Honor Guard, You will long be forgotten.....Job well done, you made us all proud. Rest In Peace our Brother.

Broward County Florida Multi-Agency Police Honor Guard

January 12, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with Sgt. Stevenson Ceres's family and department. Sounds like Sgt. passed away taking care of his people. Your pain is felt across the nation. Sorry for your loss.

Maine State Police

Trooper Brian P. Scott
Maine State Police

January 12, 2005

Sergeant Stevenson you are a real American Hero!! You made the ultimate sacrifice to save the lives of other's. May God Bless you and your family!

Patrol Officer Chris J. Rohner
Licking Memorial Hospital Police Dept. Newark,OH

January 12, 2005

Know that my word of sorrow will never be enough for your family, but please accept the thank you my brother for standing your watch and the line drawn in the sand......Godspeed

S.D.Amiott Officer
Calvin Police Dept. OK

January 12, 2005

To the family, friends and co-workers of Sgt. Stevenson, you will be in our hearts and prayers. This fine Officer died a true Hero and showed great courage in the face of danger. We all regret seeing new names added to this site ,but its good to know that we still have wonderful and caring people left in this world, all the reflections prove that...

CPL.David Hazlett
Berry Hill P.D./Nashville,TN.

January 12, 2005

Again we mourn as another hero is taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Sergeant Stevenson. May the Lord give you strength and bless each of you during this time.

Rest in peace for your watch here is over; walk in heavens beat and guide us to protect and serve others safely.

US Park Ranger Catroppa
National Park Service Kennesaw GA

January 12, 2005

Our sincere condolences go out to the family of Sergeant Stevenson and to all the personnel of the Ceres Police Department who worked with him.

While it is no consolation for your loss, remember that we, and many others in this country, appreciate the sacrifice that he made in his effort to ensure the safety of the public.

God bless.

Southwest Central Dispatch
Palos Heights, IL

January 12, 2005

To Sgt. Stevenson's family, friends, and coworkers....another hero is lost and was taken from us at such a young age. Just to here officer down sent chills through my spine just like last April when Ofc. Isaac Espinoza was taken from us the same way. You are in our thoughts and prayers as well as Ofc. Ryno's family. May god give all of you the strength to get through this and remember what dedication and strength these men had to lay their lives on the line for the citizens of Ceres.

SFPD Dispatch

January 12, 2005

We send our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Sgt. Howard Stevenson. In a world where true evil is allowed to walk among us, there will always be the heroes sent from God to defeat it. Sergeant Stevenson, you are a hero.

Sergeant Ryan Newell
Southborough Police Department

January 12, 2005

Officer Bryan Hurst's funeral was today and it was witness to an outpouring of love and support from across our state. Over 3,500 people attended, the capacity of the church. I can only wish the same blessing and honor to you, Sgt. Stevenson. Your spirit of bravery shines even brighter against the cowardice it took to harm you.
May God bless your family abundantly.

Mike
Columbus, OH resident

January 12, 2005

My prayers are with the Stevenson Family, May you feel the comfort of God's arms around you, May you experience the Peace that Passes Understanding. We are a huge Family of Blue and we hold each other up always.

Pat Carruth
Mom of Officer Jeremy "Jay" Carruth
EOW 2/20/03

Mom of An Officer Down

January 12, 2005

A PIECE OF AMERICA DIED
Somebody killed a Policeman today
and a piece of America died
A piece of our country he swore to protect
will be buried with him... at his side
The suspect who shot him will stand up in court
with counsel demanding his rights
while a young widowed mother must work for her kids
and spend many long, lonely nights
The beat that he walked was a battlefield too
just as if he had gone off to war
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half staff
to his name they will add a gold star
Yes, somebody killed a Policeman today
It happened in your town or mine
While we slept in comfort, behind our locked doors
a Cop laid his life on the line
Now his ghost walks the beat on a dark city street
and he stands at each new rookie's side
He answered the call, and gave us his all
and a piece of America died
Author Unknown

God bless you Sgt Stevenson

January 12, 2005

Thank you for doing a job that so few are capable of doing. You are very much appreciated.

Marion, Ohio

January 11, 2005