Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Audrey,

Last month I put together several memorial tributes to honor LEO's that lost their life in the line of duty. Your son is in one of them. I have compiled the tributes into a single DVD and would like to send one to you. If you would like a copy, please contact Chris Cosgriff on the ODMP and he will tell you how to contact me. My best wishes, thoughts and prayers are with all of Scott's loved ones!

December 9, 2007

SCOTT,
AFTER 10 YEARS OF HARD WORK, I KNEW MY HARD WORK HAD PAID OFF WHEN I RECEIVED THE SCOTT STEWART AWARD ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO. THANK YOU AND YOUR PARENTS FOR GIVING ME SOMETHING TO BE SO PROUD OF. YOUR PICTURE AND THE AWARD ARE IN MY LIVING ROOM, AND I LOVE TELLING PEOPLE WHAT IT STANDS FOR.

POLICE OFFICER WILLIAM ZEOLLA
DETROIT POLICE DEPARTMENT

December 3, 2007

Thinking about you as always. This year has been so hard, a lot of changes, and endings, but some good things. I know you're with me, and I could use your strength to help me through everything. Everyday that passes confirms you were the one, no one understood me, loved me, cared for me, and helped me like you. You were everything. I'm told that is my problem. I compare everyone to you, and no one can live up to you. Is that such a bad thing? I experienced true, deep, powerful love with you. It was beautiful,an it hasn't faded, it hasn't died, it lives in my heart, and it yearns for you to make it whole again.

I love you,

Monica

November 29, 2007

Thinking of you on this Thanksgiving Day with love and hugs always.
I know you are having fun watching your Dad and his little buddy.
Always in my heart,
Mom

November 22, 2007

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

November 13, 2007

"Since Heaven has become your home I sometimes feel that I'm alone; and though we now are far apart you hold a big piece of my heart. I never knew how much I'd grieve when it was time for you to leave, or just how much my heart would ache from that one fragment you would take. God let this tiny hole remain reminding me we'll meet again, and one day all the pain will cease when He restores this missing piece. For Jesus heals each tiny part that holds your memory in my heart."

October 20, 2007

Miss you,love you.
Mom

September 27, 2007

I still do. I love you. I wish you could be here with me today, but I know I will be with you soon.

Love you everyday,
Monica

September 19, 2007

Beautiful wedding, only thing missing was you.

Love,
Mom

August 25, 2007

Scott -

I've never written on this page. In fact, I stopped reading it years ago for the same reason I've never written. Our "siblings" - both in blood and in blue - have jaded me, teaching me to keep my feelings silent, always:I am condemned to instead etch them onto my own heart, and to carve now sacred memories into my mind.

I spent your five year EOW anniversary exploring a black sand beach. Your favorite song being "Paint It, Black", I thought it symbolic to write your name in the sand. Near sunset I built you a cairn, then sent my love and prayers over the surf and out into the cosmos. I hope you heard it, and your family, friends, and loved ones felt it.

Memories of you are forever in the hearts and minds of so many who are not included in gatherings. We are still here, however. And we still join our love and thoughts to those who shall always mourn a loss the world can never grasp.


Until we meet again, my friend, I love you.

co-worker

August 22, 2007

Hi pumpkin,

This year has been harder for me. You wouldn't think so, but it has. I cannot bring myself to do things. You are constantly on my mind and I miss you so much. Sometimes I think if you were here I wouldn't be dealing with this or that. I hope you are having a great time where ever you are, and before you know it, I will be with you to enjoy it too.

We had our first retreat this past weekend. I haven't cried like that in so long. Retelling what happened is so hard. But, after five years everything else I felt has faded. All the anger and the negativity is gone. Just the little ache of sadness remains. It was a great weekend. I am so glad I went. Learned a lot about myself. You would have been so proud of me, you don't realize how many people you have touched until as you do the little things. This weekend helped me to realize I have been doing the right thing by reaching out to other fiance's and girlfriends and giving them the support and means to find others who know exactly what they feel. I now see my second calling and what my life's work will be after retirement.

I know all of you were with us this weekend. Lynn, showed me the circles in her camera, one near each of us. Comforting.

I love you,
I miss you,
Honey Bunny

August 22, 2007

SCOTTY,
ONCE AGAIN WE HAD PERFECT WEATHER FOR OUR CANOE TRIP. FIVE YEARS HAVE GONE BY AND YOUR MEMORY IS STILL FRESH IN ALL OF OUR MINDS. WE NOT ONLY CANOE WALKED, WE ADDED ANOTHER CHALLENGE THAT I'M SURE YOU WOULD HAVE DONE. YOUR CHAIR STAYED BY THE FIRE AND WE RAISED OUR GLASSES IN YOUR MEMORY. I HAVE MORE TO SAY BUT YOU KNOW THE RULE: WHAT HAPPENS AT THE CANOE TRIP STAYS AT THE CANOE TRIP!

WE ALL KNOW THAT YOU HEARD US LAUGHING THROUGHOUT THE WEEKEND REMEMBERING THE GOOD TIMES AND CREATING MORE FUNNY MEMORIES THAT I AM SURE WILL BE REPEATED TIME AND TIME AGAIN. THANKS FOR WATCHING OUR BACKS. WE WILL NEVER FORGET.

YOUR FRIEND, MIKE

OFC. M. KUNATH
STERLING HEIGHTS PD

August 16, 2007

Hi Scotty,

You would think that your EOW would get a little easier through the years, but it doesn't. Friday night you were constantly on my mind, I kept thinking of everything that happened that night before we received the call that you had been shot. That night is always the hardest for me. On the 11th we went to the cemetary and then went back to mom and dad's house. That day is always a little easier because we are surrounded by friends and family. They all make that day better just by being at the house. I know you were busy watching mom and dad's house and the guys on the river. I am going to say this for everyone, I wish that you would have been known for drinking something besides Hennessey!!

Seven Metro Detroit Pipes and Drummers played for you, it meant so much to us to have them there to play in your honor. They were a really great group of guys and we appreciated them taking time on their Saturday to play.

I know you will be with the family on Friday as Debbie and Eric get married and I know that you can see how happy she is. Keep watching over the family, especially the girls. You are in our hearts and minds everyday and we all miss you so much.

Love and hugs,
Andrea

August 14, 2007

The family made it through another Aug.11th, with the help of many friends.I really wish we could skip pass this day.
We went out to the cemetery, did your headstone ever shine I could spot it a mile off.I thank your friend.The balloons we sent went straight up, most of the time we hold our breath as we watch them try to clear the tree or not land on the road.
We came back to the house,alot of friends stopped by, had a beautiful day.Seven from the Metro Detroit Pipes and Drums played as aways its an awesome sight to watch.We thank them for stopping by.

Not a day goes by that I don't think about you and miss you,alot of people think because five years have passed and we laugh we are doing fine.We have learned how to live with it, but that hole in our heart will always be there.Sometime it seems like yesterday that you left us.We will always miss and love you.Andrea and Debbie are doing a great job of keeping your memory alive for the girls.Jordan remembers and misses you, Haley and Shelby know of you and they all talk about you.
I know you will be watching on Fri.and I can hear you saying"Way to go Sarg."
Keep watch over your Dad when he continues on with his trip.
Love and miss you,
Mom

August 13, 2007

5 years ago today your family was robbed of a son, a brother, a grandson, an uncle, a cousin, a friend, A HERO.....

I am thinking of your loved ones today with a heavy heart. While I was at work tonight everything reminded me of you. You live on in all that know and love you, and in those of us that never had the honor to meet you. By sharing their memories, your family and friends have allowed me to feel as though I knew you for years.

I know your watching over the guys on the river! I'm sure they are partaking in a little Hennesey in your honor! God Bless 'em!!!

I'll always remember you Scotty.

Kathy
SHPD

August 12, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Stewart on the anniversary of his passing. May God continue to comfort you all.
Heros are never forgotten. Rest in peace.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

August 11, 2007

Officer Stewart,
Today is the fifth anniversary of your EOW. As your family and friends remember you today and always, please know that people across the country are pausing to say thank you for your heroism and dedication. You made a difference in the world that will never be forgotten.

Pennsylvania citizen

August 11, 2007

Five years have passed and you have not been forgotten by those that love you dearly. I know that they think of you each morning when they wake and you are the last thought they think of before they go to sleep. You will never be forgotten. Continue to watch over them and protect them from harm. You are a true hero and heroes never die.

Those who we love and lose
Are no longer where they were before.
They are now wherever we are.
(Author Unknown)

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

August 10, 2007

Scotty my man,
How are things? The same ole same ole here. I think of you often and hope that all is well!!! I dread this time of the year, because as you know on todays date, 8-10, my friend and fellow PCSD Deputy, Tim Graham died two years ago and last year I got into a shooting and fight for my life (thanx again for having my back when I needed it!!!). So, needless to say, if I could get rid of August 10th and 11th for good...I would! But I can't so we drive on like a good soldier. I just wanted to let you know that I appreciate all that you give me everyday even though you are not here physically. Take care brother!!! UNT.

Deputy Kurt Dabb
Pima County Sheriff's Dept. Tucson, AZ Friend

August 10, 2007

"What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments, but what is woven into the lives of others."-Pericles

Love you miss you
Mom

August 5, 2007

Scotty,
I just dropped by to say "HI." It has been a while since I left a message for you...if did that everytime I visited..that would be at least one for every day. I just wanted you to know that I was thinking of you. Sarah said to say hello as well.
Kurt

Dep. Kurt Dabb
Friend

July 30, 2007

We had a nice day thinking of you and remembering you with the girls. They still want to go see their Uncle Scotty. Jordan wants to go no matter what else she has going on in her life, she always chooses you.

Hope you enjoyed the girls and all that they do for you at the cemetery. Thanks for making sure we were safe, I am sure you laughed at me all the way to Walmart. Jordan wanted to know why grandma called me "Andrea Lyn" I am sure you know why. I had to laugh, I knew exactly what mom was thinking when she used that phrase!!!! Some things never change.

Wish you were with us. Allen and I are doing a ride tomorrow and we will honor you as we ride. I will have your bright smiling face on my back as usual.

Miss and love you,
Andrea

July 13, 2007

Thinking of you, Happy Birthday.
Love, you

July 12, 2007

Wanted to wish you a HAPPY BIRTHDAY.We went out to the cemetery, the first thing I noticed was someone cleaned your headstone your friend and helpers do a good job.I would like to thank them, but they do it for you.

I remembered last year Haley wanted a birthday cake so I brought some cupcakes and we sang HAPPY BIRTHDAY, as always Jordan wanted to bring your balloons so we could send them up to you.Jordan,Haley,and Shelby left some flowers.It started to rain so we said our goodbyes.
Andrea and Jordan wore your new shirts, they really look nice.
Miss you each and every day, sure wish you could stop in and say hi and have a good talk.
Miss you, love you
Always in my heart.
Love, Mom

July 12, 2007

Happy Birthday!

I love you,

July 12, 2007