Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dear Chief of Police Michael Miza:

I hope this reflection finds you well, though I understand it is an incredibly tough time for you, and everyone connected to your department. I am writing to extend my heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences for the loss of Sergeant Mark Butler, a brave and dedicated lawman.

The news of Sergeant Butler’s death has deeply saddened me and my entire family. The sacrifice that he made while protecting and serving your community is a testament to the selfless and courageous nature of law enforcement officers like him. We can never truly understand the risks and challenges faced by those in law enforcement, and we are forever indebted to them for their unwavering commitment to keeping us safe.

Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with Sergeant Butler’s family and colleagues during this immensely challenging time. Their loss is immeasurable, and we can only hope that the outpouring of support from the community can offer some comfort in these trying times.

In times like these, we must remember the positive impact Sergeant Butler had on countless lives throughout his life and career. The memories of his dedication, kindness, and professionalism will remain etched in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him.

To you, Chief of Police Michael Miza, and the entire Navasota Police Department, my family and I want to express our gratitude for the vital work you do each day, often in the face of danger and adversity. The sacrifice of your fallen colleague serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that come with your line of duty. Despite the risks, you continue to serve with integrity and unwavering commitment, and for that, we are immensely thankful.

Having served 44+ years as a Law Enforcement Professional, my family stands with you during this time of mourning. Please do not hesitate to reach out if there is anything we can do to support your fallen hero’s family, you, and your department during this difficult period.

May the memories of Sergeant Mark Butler, a brave and dedicated professional, be a source of strength and may his legacy inspire others to follow in his footsteps of honor and service. We will forever be indebted to the sacrifice he made to keep us safe.

With deepest sympathy,

Don P. Jensen Sr.
Chief of Police (retired)

January 16, 2025

Requiescat in Paces

Sergeant (Retired) Mike O'Connor
Branford CT PD

January 16, 2025

Thank you for your service.

Dmytro Goloborodko

January 16, 2025

Rest in peace brother. We have the watch from here. Thoughts and prayers for you, your family and your department.

Officer Tommy Thomason
Security Officer

January 16, 2025

Rest in peace Sergeant Butler.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 16, 2025

You gave to us with the Military and then to the citizens of your community. God Bless you for sacrificing yourself to save others.

Cpl. Eric O Jones Sr (Retired)
STPSO Louisiana

January 16, 2025

A true hero

Det. Steve Pohle. Retired
Lynn, MA

January 16, 2025

Thank you Sergeant Butler for your dedicated and selfless service to the people of and visitors to Navasota, TX. Your life mattered! Sending prayers of sympathy and condolences to your family and your coworkers. May you rest in peace. Greater love has no man than this, that he would lay down his life for others. You demonstrated this by your actions to prevent death and destruction by the fleeing suspect to other motorists. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God!

Captain (Retired) Mike Culler
Winston-Salem NC Police Department

January 16, 2025

"A HERO is a person who, in the face of danger, combats adversity through feats of ingenuity, courage, or strength." Sergeant Butler is a Hero.

Sir, you sacrificed your life to save others. There is no higher price to pay than giving one's life to save others. Had you not done what you did, others would have surely perished. You honor all of us who serve, and have served by your actions. I know you stand before God now, and his light shines brightly on you. You will be missed beyond measure by all who knew you, but your actions this day should bring comfort to them knowing that you displayed the highest courage and valor in your final moments with us. You make us all proud!

Family, friends and all who read this. God gives us people like Mark for a reason. Like all of my brothers and sisters in uniform, being a peace officer was Mark's calling and reason for living. He served God and all of us with distinction. Honor his memory by continuing Mark's good work in your profession and may God bless Sergeant Butler and all of you.

Fraternally and in brotherhood,
Michael Vail
Deputy Sheriff - Ret.

Deputy Michael Vail - Ret.
Sonoma County Sheriff's Office - CA.

January 16, 2025

God rest your soul, Sergeant Butler. May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten.

Investigator Christopher Port (Ret.)
California Highway Patrol, Valley Div. MAIT

January 16, 2025

You lived the standard for hero. You gave your life protecting others. God bless you brother.

Firefighter Mike McAllister
Washington State my

January 16, 2025

My sincere condolences to Sergeant Mark Butler's family, friends and his law enforcement community.

Sergeant Butler is a hero, and he figuratively fell onto the grenade to selflessly protect others.

James B Thompson
Sergeant, Retired
California Highway Patrol

January 16, 2025

Thank you for your service Sgt Butler. May God's grace bring peace to your family and fellow officers during this tragic time. Rest in peace brother.

Sgt Wm C Elliott (retired)
Campbell County Sheriff's Office VA

January 16, 2025

RIP

Major Robert Jenkins
North Bay Village PD

January 16, 2025

On behalf of the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles, we extend our heartfelt condolences. Sergeant Butler will be honored and remembered for his steadfast courage, commitment to duty, and dedicated service to his country and community. Our thoughts are with his family, colleagues, and community during this difficult time.

Office of Victim Services - Mandy Kimner
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

January 16, 2025

Sergeant Butler, a police officer, should be remembered not by how he died but by how he lived! A brave man has left to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you for your military and 4 years of commitment to law enforcement, your family, and the Navasota Police Department. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace, Brother!

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

January 16, 2025

Rest in Peace Brother.

Capt. A. Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.

January 16, 2025

The Bible tells us there is no greater love than to lay down one's life for his fellow man. This Sergeant was a true hero, a true leader, and an inspiration. A safer (for him) option was readily available, and he opted to do for others.

LT (Ret) Robert Croswell
NYSP

January 16, 2025

Rest in Peace Sergeant Butler. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, coworkers and friends.

Lieutenant Robert T. Mote (ret)
Buena Park, CA Police Department

January 16, 2025

Prayers & Condolences
Rest in Peace Sergeant Mark Butler

Sgt. Randy Keenan ~ (Retired)
City of Alameda, CA Police Department

January 16, 2025

Rest Now Brother

Officer/EMT Shannon Yates
Collins Police Department (MS)

January 16, 2025

Bless you, braveheart. The world is a lesser place today without you. There is a special place in Heaven for heroes--you will rest there.

Patricia Harrison

January 16, 2025

Rest in peace Brother Mark, you are a true American Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.


Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 07/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham (retired)
Sand Springs OK PD, Tulsa Police Department

January 16, 2025

REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER IN BLUE PRAYERS FOR YOU & YOUR FAMILY

TONY GOMEZ
DES MOINES IOWA POLICE DEPT. RETIRED

January 16, 2025

We will pray for the strength of the family in their loss!

Police Officer Walter Allen
Lambert Airport Police

January 16, 2025