Illinois State Police, Illinois
End of Watch Monday, November 26, 2012
Reflections for Trooper Kyle William Deatherage
"The Final Inspection"
The policeman stood and faced his 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 times 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 silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."
Author Unknown
Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell PD
November 27, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Deputy P. O'Grady
Mclean County Sheriff Dept Retired
November 27, 2012
Rest in peace Motorman
Lt. Rich Skinner
Washington Twp. NJ PD
November 27, 2012
I don't know you personally but have lost a loved one in the line of duty. RIP Officer Deatherage. The world won't be the same without you.
Diane York
November 27, 2012
In a previous condolence I mistakenly misidentified Trooper Deatherage as Trooper Johnson, for that I am truely sorry. Please Forgive the Error.
Kevin M. Myron
1st VP Emerald Society of Illinois
(Irish American Police Association)
Police Officer
Chicago Police Dept.
November 27, 2012
A Hero in life, not in death. Trooper Kyle W. Deatherage is a hero. How many times have those who have worn the badge given the ultimate sacrifice for their country. My heart aches for Troopers and officers like Kyle and for their friends and families at a time like this. Officers like Kyle, who answer the call of duty every day, make the world a safer and better place for all of us. Trooper Kyle, thankyou for caring.
Sergeant (retired) Wayne MacDonald
Ontario Provincial Police
November 27, 2012
RIP Trooper Kyle. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family.
Caroline Sears
Mother of Deputy Sheriff Michael C. Walizer EOW 3/31/12
November 27, 2012
With much love to the family, Blood and Blue. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Major Randy Robertson/Theresa Robertson
Columbus Georgia Fraternal Order of Police
November 27, 2012
RIP Trooper Deatherage. The residents of Union Beach Thank you for protecting us in our time of need. You will never be FORGOTTEN.
Deputy Fire Chief Dean Stoppiello
Union Beach Fire Department
November 27, 2012
Rest In Peace Brother and God bless your family. You will never be forgotten.
Sgt. SG
St. Louis Metro Police Department
November 27, 2012
Trooper Kyle Deatherage rest in peace you are
now a member of an elite group The Thin Blue Line
of Heroes. There is no greater sacrifice that one can give
for his fellow man. To the Family I salute your lost loved
one, and pray for you during the days to come. Kyle will
be in the company of heroes forevermore.
The Thin Blue Line of the Fallen are Standing at
attention in their class “A“ uniforms,badges gleaming and
shoes like glass, They are your brothers and sisters of
Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the
ultimate price. Today, like many others, they welcome you
to this hallowed place. As you march down the Thin Blue
Line of the Fallen, all eyes are focused on you as if to
say it will be ok you’re with your eternal partners.
A salute follows and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well. Now come join the ranks, another
member of The Thin Blue Line has come home.
Your Brother in Law Enforcement
Dr. Stan Phillips, Ms, Usa Ret
Retired Lt. Walnut Grove Ms. Police Department, Ms Dept. of Corr
November 27, 2012
To the family -blue bloods and red bloods,THANK GOD for your service and for your response to New Jersey in hurricane"Sandy" .You will walk with God.For the Peace Keepers shall be called the sons of God. Thank you for your service.RIP my brother.From the father of Toms River NJ Officer AM Koeppen,NJState Trooper retired D.C.Koeppen and S.A.Jonathan D.Koeppen.
Chief(retired) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington Borough P.D.
November 27, 2012
Rest in peace trooper and thank you for your service to our state. Sorry for ISP's loss. Prayers for your family and co-workers
Rick Sakalas Chicago PD Marine Unit
Survivor MIke Flisk CPD #6962 EOW 11/26/10
November 27, 2012
Prayers from LCSO
Sgt. Sidney Harrison
Laurens County (GA) Sheriff's Dept.
November 27, 2012
TO THE MAN I KNEW AS KYLE DEATHERAGE,BEFORE HE BECAME A GREAT OFFICER,DATING MISS SARAH GREGORY(MY DAUGHTERS (STACEY)BEST FRIEND),CAME TO MY HOME,AND WE MEET,WHAT A GREAT YOUNG MAN!MY HEART IS SO HEAVY WITH GRIEF!ALWAYS A SMILE ON HIS FACE,ITS IN MY MEMORY FOREVER!MAY GOD BE WITH YOU KYLE,AND WATCH OVER YOUR FAMILY!FLETCH
BOB FLETCHER (FRIEND)
FRIEND
November 27, 2012
REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.
Deputy J. D. Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriff's Office
November 27, 2012
On behalf of Our President Debbie O'Connor-Dimagio & Board of Director's of the Emerald Society of Illinois (Irish American Police Association), I would like to expresss Our Heart Felt Sympathy to Trooper Johnson's Family, Co-Workers & Friends
on this Very Tragic Occasion. We shall keep Trooper Johnson in Our Prayers.
Kevin M Myron
1st VP Emerald Society of Illinois
(Irish American Police Association)
Police Officer
Chicago Police Dept.
November 27, 2012
Thank you for your service. Love and comfort to your family. Rest peacefully.
passer by
stephanie
November 27, 2012
Rest In Peace Brother. Watch over the highways from above while your fellow Troopers take the watch. My condolences to your Family and the Illinois State Police.
PO Fred Nordt
Lake Success PD, Long Island, NY
November 27, 2012
My Heart breaks for your Loss....God Bless your Family and give them strength to carry on.
Deputy Sheriff
DuPage County Sheriffs Office
November 27, 2012
R.I.P. Brother, Prayers are with your family. Thanks for your courage and bravery brother.
Officer D. Marx #711A
Pawnee Police Department
November 27, 2012
RIP Brother you will be missed. Thank you
Ptl. Rich Jaeger
Hazlet Township Police (Monmouth Co, NJ)
November 27, 2012
R.I.P. Your courage and dedication to duty have not gone unnoticed.
Tpr. D.L. Johnson #309
Missouri State Highway Patrol
November 27, 2012
My heart aches for you, my brothers and sisters. Keeping you all in our thoughts.
Officer J Brewer
CHP
November 27, 2012
Rest in peace Brother. Thank you for your brave service to keep all of us safe. I am sad that you ended up paying the ultimate price while performing a most dangerous job. I pray for comfort for your family, fellow officers and friends...God Bless You.
Ed S.
Grateful Citizen
November 27, 2012