Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

i never knew this officer,but there are a great many commonpeople like myself that feel the sorrow when a police officer is killed in the line of duty.they helped people straighten out,they showed kids there is no hope in dope and many other good things!to the dept family and friends keep your heads and your spirits high.
prayers are with you i will being lighting a candle in saint andrews church in westwood nj where i attend to remember these fine officers

james r nowacki
westwood nj

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commonpeople

August 10, 2005

CHRIS, I KNOW THAT YOU LOOK DOWN ON YOUR FAMILY DAY AND NIGHT. THEY ARE WONDERFUL, I KNOW YOU ALREADY KNOW THAT. I HAVE HAD THE HONOR TO KNOW YOUR WIFE FOR SOMETIME NOW AND SHE IS SO SPECIAL TO ME AND MY FAMILY, I ALSO GOT TO KNOW YOUR KIDS BETTER OVER THE LAST FEW MONTHS, AND YOU HAVE TO BE SO PROUD OF THEM I KNOW THEY ARE OF YOU. EACH OF THEM IN THEIR OWN SPECIAL WAY HAVE TOUCHED MY LIFE AND I WILL DO WHATEVER IT TAKES TO MAKE SURE THAT THEY ARE TAKEN CARE OF ALL FOUR OF THEM. REST IN PEACE
LOVE,
SARAH

SARAH LAMONACO
DAUGHTER OF TROOPER LAMONACO

August 3, 2005

LISA AND CHILDREN,

A FATHER'S DAY TO YOU OF REMEMBERANCE AND STRENGTH I SEND YOU WAY. THINKING OF YOU LISA AS YOU LOOK AT YOU CHILDREN AND FEEL WHAT WE BOTH FEEL IN OUR HEARTS OF A DAY WITHOUT THEIR DAD. IN THEIR HEARTS THEY WILL GROW TO REMEMBER AND LOVE AND THANK YOU FOR THE CONTINUANCE OF BOTH OF YOUR LOVE YOU GAVE. HANG IN THEIR KIDDO I'M HERE FOR YOU.

DONNA

DONNA LAMONACO
WIFE OF TPR PHILIP LAMONACO

June 19, 2005

Happy Fathers Day Chris! I know your children are remembering you today and EVERY day. They are such beautiful kids and Lisa is doing such a wonderful job with them. They know you are with them, dont worry about that.

Love, Denise

Denise Zimmerman
Surviving Spouse of NJ State Trooper Bert Zimmerman 02-05-04

June 19, 2005

Dear Chris.

Happy Father's Day, we still feel your absence, We Love you, and we Miss You!!

Me and the Kids.

Rest in Peace!!
We Love and Miss you Dearly,,

Love Lisa and the Children,
2005

Wife
NJSP Widow 12-3-02

June 18, 2005

Lisa,

Despite reliving your own tragic loss, you took time out to help Denise and us during our emotional week in D.C. I will always be grateful to you for the support you have given Denise. I am sorry that you have firsthand knowledge of what she is going through, but you have helped her so much. God Bless you for that.

Thank you for providing us with some much needed laughter during our stay in D.C. It was not an easy time for any of us, but somehow you made it okay to laugh about life's daily little nuisances.

The tribute that Sat night remains close to my heart. We could not have gotten through it without the love and support of all the survivors.

We love you and your family. Continue to rely on them for love and support. They are great people and we are proud to know them and you. And may your wonderful husband continue to watch over you and your beautiful children always.

Love,
Vicki & Carmen

Vicki Petrelli
MIL of Trp Bertram Zimmerman, EOW 2/05/04

June 17, 2005

Lisa- You are a wonderful person and a great friend, I can not thank you enought for being there for me in DC. You made me smile more then you know, having a friend by my side make it easyer then before, I proud of you and your family and i love your kids, Chris would be proud of you as well, I am always here for you and always will be. Thanks again for all your hugsxoxoxoxo
love you,
Sarah Lamonaco

Sarah Lamonaco
Daughter of Trooper Lamonaco

June 17, 2005

Well Chris the date has finally come, September 17, 2005 they are dedicating the Sub-Station at Troop "C" in Hamilton to you and 2 others. What an honor for me and the kids. I know you hate all he attention, you were a private person, but dont think after 18 years I wont see you get the recognition you "Deserve" and have coming to you!

You were a straight up guy, and a kind and decent person. Thank God he has gifted me with strength, and a voice that I am not afraid to use.

I dont need to write to you about everything that happens to me and the kids, because your in my "Heart" you wake with me every morning, you're there with me when I make a difficult dission. And you so know I will handle every card I am dealt with, because thats what you taught me in the 15 years we spent together.

I know one day I will see you again, and we'll definetly pick up where we left off, you see, we still had some living to do, like a book that was never finished.

Know one thing I still Love You as Much as I did when you were here!

Love Always, XOXO
Your Wife Lisa

Lisa A. Scales
Wife of Tpr. I Christopher S. Scales, NJSP/ EOW 12-3-02

June 5, 2005

Today i felt it in my heart to write you. I cannot even begin to imagine what loss you and your family endure on a daily basis. I do want you to know that you and your children are in my thought and prayers daily. You are truly a remarkable person.

NJSP Wife

June 3, 2005

Lisa,
I can remember meeting your husband at Mark Boyle's wedding. I am married to Mark's older brother Tom. I don't want to bring up bad memories but I remember the day your husband was killed. I called my brother to tell him to be careful when he did his stops on the highway. I became very nervous for him after Chris was killed.

My worst nightmare came true when my brother was killed, while on duty, on June 23, 2003.

I think of you often and ask Mark about you. Last year when I went to the wall, I etched Chris's name and gave it to Mark. I took a picture and also gave him a roll call shirt with Chris's name on it.

I pray for you and your children and hope that time will help you move on. It is very difficult for some. You are right about people trying to rush you to get over your sad emotions. You only know first hand that accidents and murders seem to be harder to deal with than death through illness.

You can get my email address through ODMP if you wish to email me direct.

Take care and you'll know when you are ready to move on to a different part of life.

I don't know if you were at the wall this year but I was. I went by Chris's name.

Gina Pocceschi Boyle
Sister of VA Beach Fallen Officer Rodney Pocceschi

May 19, 2005

Lisa, I just wanted to say that I am proud of you and your strength this past week. I know this week isnt easy for you, or any of us, but I know how extremely difficult it is for you.

I am so honored to know you and to call you my friend. Chris would be so proud of you and your children. I don't know how you do what we do and what we go through, all while trying to raise 3 children.

Chris, stick with Bert up there and continue to watch over Lisa and I. Although you both can not be physically with us anymore, we know you are with us in our hearts and in our memories.

Denise Zimmerman
Surviving Spouse of NJ State Trooper Bert Zimmerman 02-05-04

May 17, 2005

Dear Mrs. Scales,

I read the posts on this site almost daily. Tonight I read yours and had to reply. You and your family are always in my thoughts and prayers. You are living the nightmare that we all fear as wives and family members of a Law Enforcement Officer. I remember hearing the news of your husbands tragic death. My heart ached for you that day as it does still. As your husband was a memeber of an elete "group" you too have become a memember of an even more special "group". That of a NJSP Troopers Widow. Please know that although people may not leave posts regularly, you and your family are in the thoughts and prayers of many. May you find peace and strength in this.

LEO Wife

May 17, 2005

Lisa,

I had the privilege of meeting you, your mother Bianca and aunt Rena this past weekend in Washington D.C. during National Police Week. You are a part of an all too large group of truly amazing women that I am so privileged to have met and gotten to know. This past weekend was a truly amazing and overwhelming experience that I will cherish for the rest of my life. I was truly touched to have been a part of the late night tribute on Saturday night that paid tribute to Chris and the other troopers who lost their lives doing a job they loved to do. It was heartouching to witness the emotions that were expressed by all. In spite of your own sorrow and grief, you welcomed Gary and myself into your circle with open arms and we are eternally grateful. We will see you again next year.

Colleen Brandt
Proud Wife of a NJ State Trooper

Colleen Brandt
Proud Wife of a NJ State Trooper

May 16, 2005

Dearest Chris-
You are always in our hearts and prayers. I wish I knew what you're thinking about what's going on down here. Aside from all the great and Blessed events that have taken place, wasn't that concer Jena was in awesome? She did such a great job, you would have been so proud.
The boys are going to camp this weekend, but not sleeping there. You would have loved sleeping with them in a tent.
I know the Lord has his reasons for taking you (we should't question)but....
We love you, MISS you and always will.

Love Aunt Peep

Rena Badessa
Aunt

May 11, 2005

May 7, 2005

Dear Chris,

18 years ago today you graduated from the NJSP 107th Class. You were so proud and honored as your family was.

You would have had 18 years with the NJSP today. You probably would have reached the rank of Sargent. I often think what our life would have been like today if you were still here.

Know that I Love and Miss you very much, your absence has taken quite a toll on me emotional and physically, we all miss your smile, your laughs, and pranks you played on people. Our world is lacking Christopher Scales. I hope one day God sends me another like you. I miss you terribly, my life is not the same.

Know that I am taking care of our children, I want them to grow to be respectful and decent people. Even though noone leaves you reflections anymore after 2 years, me and your family always will. I will continue to keep your name alive!

Rest In Peace My Love,
I Love you with all my Heart,
Till we meet again,

Lisa A. Scales
Wife of Fallen Trooper I, Christoper S. Scales, 4575 - NJSP 12-3-02

Wife of Fallen Officer
NJSP

May 6, 2005

lISA, I AM SORRY THAT WE HAD TO MEET THIS WAY, YOU ARE GREAT FRIEND AND YOUR HUSBAND HAS ALOT OF REASONS TO BE PROUD OF YOU, AS YOU ARE OF HIM, MY LOVE AND HEART IS ALWAYS OPEN TO YOU, YOUR KIDS AND THE FAMILY'S.

SARAH LAMONACO

April 7, 2005

Lisa, I just wanted to say thank you for always being there for me. I am so glad I have you and your friendship. Knowing I can trust you means a lot to me. YOUR ADVICE IS ALWAYS APPRECIATED. I wish we didnt have to meet the way we did but I am glad we have this wonderful bond between us. I love you and thanks for you know what!

I wish I could wave a magic wand and take away our pain. But I can't. I really wish I had the pleasure of meeting your husband. Chris sounds like such an amazing man. I feel like I know him even though we never met. If there is anything I can ever do for you, please let me know!

Love,
Denise

Denise Zimmerman
Surviving Spouse of NJ State Trooper Bert Zimmerman 2-5-04

April 5, 2005

My thoughts and prayers will always be with you and your family.

NJSP Wife

January 6, 2005

Dear Chris, Sometimes it seems like I saw you yesterday and other times it seems like forever. I miss your smile, your jokes, your friendship - I MISS YOU !!!! We will always be here for Lisa and the kids. You died doing what you loved! they say God has a reason for everything He does, but why is it always the BEST ones he takes? miss you !!!!!!!!!!!!! love,Paula

Paula

December 13, 2004

Mrs. Scales,

Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you during this holiday season. Take care.

December 6, 2004

Rest in Peace Brother...You are not forgotten on this anniversary date. May God grant your Wife and Children the Serenity to accept the things they cannot change, the Courage to change the things they can, and the Wisdom to know the difference...

Officer Debra McFall Ross
East Buffalo Twp Police Dept, Lewisburg, Pa.

December 3, 2004

Dear Chris,

I am writing this now while my thoughts are somewhat clear, God knows how I will feel on 12/3/04.

I just wanted to let everyone know, that just because 2 years have passed doesn't mean my life has gotten easier...,

I still remember that godforsaken day as if it happened yesterday. I still hear your voice and see you walk through these rooms.. I still answer the questions our 3 beautiful children ask, Why did Daddy die?, What happened to him.... I wish I had answers for them, I still ask myself the same questions after 2 years... I am afraid I still don't have those answers, only you know Chris, and you can't answer us...

People often say to me, it's 2 years get over yourself.. What are you doing... He is not coming back... Move on... I try.., But what I want to say to them is.,, Some things are easier said... than done...,,, When you feel pain it moves through your body...its an ache that is not easy to releive... Memories last a lifetime, you spent half your life with with me.. Always making my life easier... When you where the one the did everything... Well I so know that now.. Isn't it sad., When someone we LOVE leaves us.., We never realize just how good we had it...., I have not met your match.. I have stopped lookin, that person is not out there, you broke that mold, when you passed.. You have left a huge hole in my heart,,, that I don't want to give to someone else...

I have learned many lessons in 2 years.., I have learned that all people aren't what they seem, some people bask in the limelight to be noticed, I have met a few 100 of them.. But you should know that I have kept my dignity, have held my head high, for nothing as tragic as your death could ever break me down...

Onward I go, with your name I carry, you may be gone, but in my lifetime, I will see that your name will live on!!!!

Rest In Peace Chris,,
For I am here, to see you receive the recognition you so deserve... and to make our children proud, that their Daddy Died an Angel...

I love you Chris..
May your Soul be at Peace...
Bless you..

Wife of Fallen Officer
Tpr. I Christoper S. Scales #4575
NJSP
12/3/02

Wife
NJSP

November 28, 2004

Trooper Scales, you were obviously a wonderful human being, both personally and professionally. I visit this site every day, have viewed thousands of reflections, and cannot recall reading more heart felt sentiments than these for you, expressed from both your immediate and extended family. Trooper Scales, just like all the others, I honor you, your name, your memory and mostly I honor you for the ultimate sacrifice you made, protecting all of us. In law enforcement, we all give "some" . . . but you gave "all." You are truly a hero, not only for the way in which you died, but primarily for the way in which you lived . . . and for answering the calling to walk the path of the warrior. You rest easy troop, we'll cover your post on our thin blue line. With brotherly love and utmost respect, Jim Crotty (Former Richmond, VA Police Officer.) PS To Trooper Scales' immediate family, I would like to share this sentiment with you: None of us want to die, none of us want to leave this earth, leave the people we love and who love us, but for those of us who are policemen . . . not just policemen in "what we do" . . . but policemen in "who we are," . . . I feel confident I can speak for all of us when I say that if we must "go," . . . if our Heavenly Father is calling us home . . . if our dye is cast . . . then let us "go" while in a law enforcment capacity, in uniform, or carrying our badge and ID! We may not speak about it . . . but deep down inside, this is our desire . . . and at the time the Lord called him home, Trooper 1 Christopher Scott Scales was ON DUTY, IN UNIFORM, protecting the citizens of New Jersey and our country . . . doing what he loved to do . . . doing what he was meant to do . . . walking the path of the warrior as a New Jersey State Trooper. God bless you all.

Jim Crotty Special Agent (Ret.)
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco & Firearms

November 22, 2004

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRIS 11/20/04

Today you would have been 41. Even though your life was cut short, know one thing, that I will never let you be forgotten, I live through our children's eyes, I speak through your spirit.

I have been put here to carry on a message, that you will always be with us, in God's Faith, I miss you so much Chris........ I carry on for the Children, thank God for the loyal people in the NJSP, the Colonel, Heidi, Dennis Hallion, John Emer, Straubie, Marybeth, all other Ranking Officals, Including the Govenor, Peter Harvey, and everyone who truly cares about our children.

Know that, I am on a mission to carry out, what you couldnot finish.... I have been set fourth to send your message.

You will never be forgotten Chris, I wont rest till they know your name. We miss you, I see your face in our childrens tears.... I will carry on for you and never let anyone break me down.

I love you, Chris....... I miss you, I will see you again,,,,,,, in due time and you will be waiting for me........

Happy Birthday Honey,,,, I love you..

Lisa A. Scales
Wife of Fallen Officer, TPR.I Chistopher S. Scales, NJSP/12-03-02

Wife
NJSP

November 16, 2004

The more pain felt, the larger the void left, the more tears shed, the more years suffering loss is all the more of a testament to type of person who has passed. In your great sorrow find solace in this thought. Godbless Lisa and Tpr. Scales' children. Honor Duty Fidelity.

Anonymous
New Jersey State Police

November 4, 2004