Greenville County Sheriff's Office, South Carolina
End of Watch Sunday, August 17, 2003
Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Andrew John Mazur
God Bless you Deputy Mazur!!! I hope that all will know the sacrifice that you and your family have made keeping us safe!!My thoughts and prayers go out to your friends and family and hope that they can find the strength to make it through this horrible ordeal.
Patrick Krause
Union Mills, NC
August 17, 2015
I will be humming Amazing Grace today thinking of the sacrifice you made Andrew. To Andrews loved ones please know how much we miss him. We are praying for your peace today as well. Rob, Sandra, Tyler, and Hope.
The Smiths
August 17, 2015
Our family will never forget you. It is because of you our family has come to know the Lord and be saved. Your service goes way beyond what you did in life and your legacy will live on!!
GCSO Deputy and Family
Greenville, SC
August 17, 2015
We will never forget your love for the Lord, your family and your dedication and passion to law enforcement. You are missed by many!
Greenville, SC resident
August 16, 2015
I'll always remember the conversations we had about law enforcement and how excited Andrew was about getting married and starting his L. E. career. He continues to be one of the finest young men I've known in my 15+ years here at The Citadel. I think of him often.
Major
The Citadel, Dept. of Public Safety
November 7, 2014
The first in our academy class to die. I was only a hour and half from Greenville. He was a Citadel grad and gave the prayer at graduation. We talked for several hours the night before graduation. He is deeply missed. Class 416.
MPO Skottowe Wells (retired)
Clemson City PD
November 1, 2014
This was my academy classmate. He was a quiet and nice guy. His was the first police funeral I ever attended. Its hard to believe its been 11 years. Class 416 forever!
Deputy D. Heffner
CCSO/SC
August 17, 2014
"To the Glory of God, and In Memory of The Citadel's Patriot Dead"
C/2Lt
The Citadel
August 17, 2014
Drew, Just stopped by your grave with my children and made sure it was cleaned off since the anniversary will be in a few hours. They all know about what a good beat partner you were and that if I had not taken the day off to attend the funeral of my wife's grandfather that I would have done my best to be there for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers all the time. The memory of the times that I spent training you and we spent working area 8 together are not forgotten. I am So very sorry that I wasn't there for you that time you needed help badly 11 years ago.
Dave
Master Deputy Greenville County Sheriff's Office
August 16, 2014
I knew this man (somewhat) personally, as a child. It's been ten years and I still remember his face, his smile, and his warmth. He had been at our house several times because of my troublesome siblings and my dad had gotten to know him a little bit. I feel his death very personally because I feel like I know who he was looking for when he stopped the person on the street that day. I replay the scene over and over in my head, imagining how it happened, what happened, and the words spoken. Why did someone take this life? He was a coward to do so, but at least he committed suicide and I know he cannot harm another being like Officer Mazur. Who knew, 10 years later I would be doing an assignment in one of my classes and his name is the first that shows. :'( :'(
Courtney Fox
November 12, 2013
We have not forgotten.
Greenville County Sheriff's Office
August 18, 2013
10 years! You are missed so much.
annonymous
August 17, 2013
Still remember Andrew and what a gentleman he was. I see you are missed by man people. Rest in Peace brother and I know you are with your Savior Jesus Christ.
Agent T.E. Davis
U.S. ICE
May 13, 2013
Thinking of you today as I do everyday.
TS Adams
GCSO
August 17, 2012
Nine years.... Still think about you all the time. Praying for your family and all those blessed by your life and forever changed by your sacrifice.
Anonymous
August 17, 2012
you never forget a guy that had your back when you where down and in a spot! Andrew was that guy when we where both in the academy togeather . Out of the blue we both struck up a conversation and from that point on during our 9 weeks we with others had a tight group. Andrew was the one who always spoke up and showed no fear and lead the way. it may sound odd but i still think of you buddy after all these years and remeber the good times we all had and hope to again when we meet again.
Todd Knight, Corporal retired
academy buddy
December 22, 2011
On patrol the other day and rode by where Drew was killed. I can still remember the crime scene that night and the manhunt that followed. RIP my brother!
Bennie Durham
Chaplain Bennie Durham
Greenville County Sheriff's Office
October 24, 2011
Gone, but not forgotten and still missed.
Retired
Greenville County, SC 1985-2010
August 17, 2011
Drew,
I can't believe it has been 8 years since you left us. I was at home talking to my dad while he got dressed to head in to work. The phone rang and it was dispatch. They told my dad that they were calling all units from the next shift in and everyone was clear signal one to get to the scene. My heart sank as I watched him pull out of the driveway as fast as he could. The next morning he told me what had happened. I was in the cadet program back then and never took the time to get to know you, which I regret. I attended you funeral and heard so many stories about what a great guy you are. I remember talking to your mother and I'll never forget what she said to me or how distraught she was. I just want you to know I think about you often and you'll never be forgotten. As I begin my career in law enforcement I hope to be half as good of a police officer and man as you were.
Anonymous
Greenville County Sheriff's Office
August 17, 2011
Your sacrifice and testimony will never be forgotten!
Anonymous
August 17, 2011
I miss you my friend. Thank you for the example you set, not only as a deputy sheriff, but as a Christian. You will forever remain in our hearts and memories.
Until We Meet Again...
Friend
GCSO
August 17, 2011
Drew,
I was was doing research for a criminal law class when I came across this site. I read through every last comment that had been posted up till now. Like so many others, I can't believe it has been so very long (8 years) since that dreaded day! I was supposed to be watching over you, yet I feel that I failed in so many ways. I took your on-view and checked on you after 30 seconds. I took your request for back-up, and started them your way. I will never forget your voice. It rings in my ears to this day!
I told my relief every detail that you had given me, and to make sure they check on you again. But they didn't have to....by that time we were stepping them up. No sooner had I moved than the 911's started ringing! We knew something was up. I got one of the very first calls....I got the residence that you where behind! Maybe I should have begged her more or pleaded with her more?? I stayed on the phone with her till the first unit got there. I stayed on the phone listening as she told me every single thing she had witnessed, and trying to get every last detail for those coming to you as fast as they can! Reliving, what was your last moments, through her!
I remember them calling everyone in to help take all the calls, and make all the calls. I didn't want to leave the center till they found the (insert any derogatory name here!). But I was forced to go home. Forced to go and sit and wonder what was happening.
I don't remember what time I had finally fallen asleep, but I do remember it wasn't long after that I got a call saying they captured the (once again insert any derogatory name here!). Even though that call was great news, I still didn't feel great. I replayed it over and over in my head....which I still do to this day!
Every day I pray that God gives me the strength to continue looking over these Blue Angels, and the knowledge to help each one make it home safe. I pray that you forgive me for not getting you there. I know you are safe now, and helping me to watch over others.
D38 forever in our hearts and minds! We love you!!!
Dispatcher
GCSO
June 27, 2011
You are not forgotten, we think and talk about you every day........you sure are missed.
Anonymous
January 9, 2011
Merry Christmas Brother......
Anonymous
December 24, 2010
Merry Christmas! Wow, celebrating Christmas with Jesus himself. Something to look forward to!
Anonymous
December 23, 2010
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