Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Chris,

I did not know you, although I just happen to be across the street at the YMCA at the time you were killed. I remember my mom and I wondering why the sirens and police cars were going to the police station. We found out later that night. Your family did not have an impact on me until August 11, 2002. That was the day that my brother Scott was shot and killed. I remember your father and sister, Carole, showing up in my parents kitchen that dreadful Sunday afternoon. I liked your sister immediately and we have become pretty good friends. I have met two of your other sisters since then, Beth and Margie. This Saturday is the three year date of your death, my family and I will be thinking of you and your family this weekend. They know that if they need us we are here for them. I can only hope that you and Scotty are keeping each other company. I know that your death has been hard on your family and we never know why things happen, but your family made our tragedy a little easier.

Keep protecting them from above,

Andrea Arrington
Sister of Police Officer Scott Stewart
EOW 8/11/02

October 9, 2003

Chris,
It has been almost three years since you were taken from us, and there is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. As time has gone by, the horrifying thoughts of how your life ended here on earth on October 11, 2000 have lessened, and instead I focus on all of the wonderful memories you blessed our family with. You were such a wonderful person, someone that I will always look up to and admire. You would be so proud of how our family has grown even stronger and closer. It has been a terrifying journey since you left us though. There is a quote that reads "If tears could build a staircase, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven, and bring you home again". This is so true. I know that we will all meet again some day, but there isn't anything we wouldn't do to have you back with us. You are an awesome big brother, thank you for all of the fun times, laughs, advice, your listening ear, and the way you made everyone feel so special. I love you forever.

Carole

Carole
sister

August 20, 2003

The death of Sergeant Wouters is a tragedy to his family, the Law Enforcement community and the community of Warren, MI. We at the Postal Police Northern California Division would like to express our symphaty to Sergeant Wouters family, his department and community may god bless you all.

Officer. Walter Duran
United States Postal Police

I WAS BORN AND RAISED IN THE CITY OF WARREN/CENTERLINE MICHIGAN.   EIGHT+ YEARS OGO I MOVED TO CLEARWATER, FLORIDA WHERE I AM EMPLOYED AS A POLICE OFFICER.   I HAVE STONG FAMILY TIES TO THE CITY OF WARREN AND WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF SGT. WOUTERS.   THANK YOU FOR WATCHING OVER AND PROTECTING MY FAMILY WHO STILL LIVE IN THE COMMUNITY.

OFFICER STEVE BAGINSKI
CLEARWATER POLICE DEPT., FL

It is clear that Chris and the other Officer at the scene saved several lives of other Officers in the jail.  Read Detroit Free Press article below.

Warren PD Officer

I never had the honor of meeting Chris, but though stories and rememberances shared around our department and in the community, it's clear that he was an excellent cop and a great man.  Our hearts and prayers go out to Detective Wouters' family, and to our brothers and sisters at the Warren PD.    

Officer L. Hodges
Shelby Twp. PD

The death of Detective Wouters was tragic in every respect. It is a real shame that he was taken from his family at such a young age and in such an unexpected manner. May God be a father to his children and a husband to his wife. May the Spirit of Comfort cover all of his family, friends, and fellow officers.

Darin L. Paul, Special Agent
FBI Detroit Division

Chris,
You were an amazing man. Thank you for being such a great friend and role model to myself and to my family. I think of you and miss you every day. It will never be the same without you. To Val and the kids, Chris & God are watching over you. To the Wouters family, God Bless you all for keeping his spirit alive. You are an amazing family and I am so blessed to feel apart of it.

Lindsey

Chris,

You are not, and will never be forgotten. I have thought of you often. I pray for your family everyday.

Thank you for your service.

Rest in Peace Brother.

Anonymous

Chris,

Such a sparkling personality, such a truly good person. If there were a spot in the encyclopedia for Warren P.D.'s finest, your photo would be there.

To the Wouters family and Chris's friends, words can't express my sorrow. Knowing Chris for only a few years, I was impressed by his level of dedication and his love of Police work.

His short stay here was God's way brightening all of our lives, He's truly home now. May God Bless and keep you all.

Lt. Lance Folson
Mount Clemens P.D., Michigan

It is because of Chris that I am a Police Officer today. I had the pleasure of knowing Chris on personal level, and not a day goes by where I don't think of him as I venture out on patrol. Chris was a spectacular person, a wonderful father, husband, brother, coach, cop , and friend. He is forever in my thoughts and prayers. Chris was never selfish and helped me to attain my goal of becoming a Police Officer. May God Bless Chris and his Family.

Officer
Farmington Hills PD, MI

Chris Wouters will not be forgotten.

PSO Mark McDill
Fraser DPS