Wauwatosa Police Department, Wisconsin
End of Watch Monday, December 24, 2012
Reflections for Police Officer Jennifer Lynn Sebena
The Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy, Session 53, would like to honor the life and memory of Police Officer Jennifer Lynn Sebena. Thank you for your two years of service.
Recruit Frederick Warfield
Saratoga Springs Police Department
January 4, 2013
His Judgment Day:
The officer stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shinning, Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek To my church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I aint, 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 tough.
But I never took a penny That wasn't mine to keep.. Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got 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 an unmanly tear.
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 often trod. As the officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Officer. You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell"
Author unknown
May God be with everyone
Motor Officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, TX
January 4, 2013
Your work is done here on Earth - Heaven has called upon you today, leaving so many words left to say. But now it's too late, for your time has come, words unspoken; I am sure everybody has some. Regrets and wishes are probably there too, but lasting forever are memories of you.
There have been many times that we waved to each other, but we were there for each other in time of need. Now it's time for us to say Good-Bye, until we meet again in heaven to fly. Now go and Patrol the Heavens Above and Watch Below those you Love. Thank you for your service.
Retired TFC Divita L Washington
Maryland State Police
January 3, 2013
Jennifer,
Today I learned that it will be my solemn duty to carry your name engraved on a bracelet for the next year on my departments "Carry the Fallen" program. I will honor your sacrifice and devotion to duty and you will not be forgotten.
Una Stamus
Investigator Christopher Lofstuen
Duluth Minnesota Police
January 3, 2013
Officer Sebena, rest in peace for all eternity for your service and sacrifice is everlasting and will carry on through those of us maintaining a vigilant watch in your mournful memory.
Officer James B. Boyd
Laredo (Tx.) Police Department
January 3, 2013
Jen, I regret that I was unable to attend your service on the 29th. So many of us on daywatch wanted to, but someone had to stay behind and "walk the wall." We are still grieving, still coping with the bitter irony of your being taken from us this way. Our first duty to those we have lost in the line of duty is to remember. In your memory I renew my vow to always be a protector of and advocate for victims of domestic violence in my community
Off. Phillip Yahnke
Madison WI Police Dept.
January 2, 2013
Such youth wasted...I will pray for your family
Bart Perry-Supervisor
Will County Probation
January 2, 2013
God didn’t promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without rain; but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears and light for the way.
Rest in peace.
Michelle - wife of US Marshal
January 2, 2013
Officer Jennifer Sebena, rest in peace. You were truly loved by your family and friends. That love will continue throughout time.
A police officers heart always knows.
Agent
Lakewood Police Department, Colorado
January 2, 2013
Officer Sebena your family, co workers and friends are in my prayers. May you rest in peace.
Sgt. J Walter
Richmond PD VA
January 2, 2013
As we start a new year(2013), your service and sacrifice will always be remembered.
Rest in Peace my Sister.
To my active duty Brothers and Sisters, PLEASE STAY SAFE!
Master Senior Investigator Cardell L. Dobbins #188 (Ret.)
Illinois Secretary of State Department of Police District 01, Region 01
January 1, 2013
God Bless and Godspeed.
Lisa B.
GEORGIA CIVILIAN LEO SUPPORTER
January 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Officer Sebena and the members of the Wauwatosa Police Department. We remember her service to the people of her community, as well as all of those who devote their lives to keeping us safe. Thank you.
Brian Schmidt
Civilian, Milwaukee, WI
January 1, 2013
Police Officer Jennifer Sebena, Rest in Peace.
You dedicated your life to the service of your community through the Wauwatosa Police Department - to protect the very peace and freedom that we all enjoy today, and have made the Ultimate Sacrifice.
I promise my continued prayers for your Family and your Extended Family at the Wauwatosa Police Department and for all Victims of Domestic Violence.
May God Bless You for the the sacrifices you have made in your short lifetime, and Grant Peace and Consolation to those who Love You and will Miss You every day.
SisterCarolAnn Clark cjm
Bereavement Minister
Congregation Jesus and Mary
Diocese of San Diego (Ca)
Civilian Supporter
January 1, 2013
Rest in Peace Officer, Jennifer Sebena... We have the watch from here, SALUTE.
Officer, Jeffrey Krueger
Lake Geneva PD
January 1, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and friends. May you Rest In Peace.
Special Agent
Homeland Security Investigations - HSI
January 1, 2013
Jennifer, we honor your service to your community as a law enforcement officer and you will always be remembered and revered. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of our entire family, I wish to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Jennifer was killed in the line of duty. May her loved ones continue to be supported by their law enforcement family and other police survivors. Our family grieves with you and for you. To her family, you are in my heart's embrace today. I pray for the emotional healing for all who called Jennifer beloved.
I was so saddened to learn of the loss of this young officer still in the early stages of her law enforcement career and know what a devastating blow her loss is to her family and her agency, especially given the circumstances which have left two families that loved Jennifer heartbroken and bewildered.
This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Jennifer gave to her community and the citizens of Wisconsin, and the supreme sacrifice she and her family made on December 24, 2012.
Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) Officer Larry Lasater
December 31, 2012
I just heard of Jennifer's death from a friend at my church last night. Her sister is a police officer. My husband is a police chaplain in Plymouth, MN. My husband and I have a special love for those in law enforcement. We are so saddened by this murder and the loss of a servant whose life was committed to protecting and serving others. May God grant His comfort and peace to the family. I am praying for you.
Jan Beacham
December 31, 2012
While I did not know you, I was a member of your department in the early 2000's as a Reserve Officer. When I heard that you had fallen, it struck me as if I was still there. I knew many of the officers that you served with and so I say this knowing that it is true. You may stand down officer, Your fellow officers have your watch from here.
Matthew O'Brien
Wauwatosa Police Reserve ('01 - '03)
December 31, 2012
It is with great sadness to hear about this officer's death. May the Lord keep and bless not only her family and friends, but her co-workers as well. RIP
Sgt Floyd L. McElroy
Louisiana State Police
December 31, 2012
Officer Sebena, thank you so much for your service. I truly wish that I, and others, could fully convey to your family and friends how much you mean to the entire law enforcement and criminal justice community, but I will at least say that while you were taken far before your time, I am positive that you touched so many lives in a profoundly positive way that you did more than many do in their entire lives. You lived as a hero and will forever be remembered as one. Thank you so incredibly much!
Sergeant B. Wolgast
Florida Department of Corrections
December 31, 2012
Jen,
You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten. You are 10-42 from Wauwatosa streets, 10-41 on the streets of heaven.
Officer Chris McAtee
Wauwatosa Police Department- Late Shift
December 31, 2012
Rest in peace officer Sebena. Thank you for your service. I pray the lord will ease your family's suffering and hope they and your extended family in blue find peace and comfort. I also hope your cowardly husband has an unfortunate accident in his cell. It sickens me how the papers called him a heroic former Marine. Scumbag is a more suitable
title.
Just a civilian
Law enforcement supporter
December 30, 2012
Rest In Peace. It is hard to find words after a senseless loss.
My Dear God. Know that all decent people feel a hollowness inside after hearing this news. My prayers for strength to friends, department and family.
Citizen
December 30, 2012
Your entire community has been placed in a deep shock at your loss to Gods children in it. Your dedication to service is well loved and now God has received a wonderful and loving sister to serve in our ranks of heroic and loving brothers and sisters in His kingdom. You have done a greta service and a well done is not ebough to pay for this service. Rest in peace sister, In Christ.
Tom Bradley, Retired Detective
Phoenix AZ PD, AZ State Chaplain FOP
December 30, 2012