Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace Matt, you will always be in our hearts and in our memories. The times we shared with you in England we will hold close to us and smile each time we remember you and your dedication to service. Our prayers are with your family through this difficult time. We will miss you deeply. To a former Air Force Security Policeman here is a little prayer.....

Lord, you have called us to be guardians of a nation founded on your principles. Whatever our tasks as Security Police men and women, we do them to serve you and our nation. We are proud to accept responsibility of this high calling. We dedicate ourselves to our vocation, and ask for guidance and courage in aiding our people to live with dignity, and safety and peace. We know that true security comes from your presence, so we pray with the psalmist: You bless those who obey you, Lord; your love protects them like a shield. Use us, O Lord, as a shield for your people reflecting your security and peace. Amen.

Patrick and Jamie Colclasure
Albuquerque NM

SSgt Colclasure, Patrick J
377 Security Forces, USAF

November 17, 2003

Rest in peace Officer Pavelka. We pray for you and your family.

Sgt (Ret)
NJ DOC SOG K9 UNIT

November 17, 2003

REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

Chief of Police
Oblong PD

November 17, 2003

Yet another hero has had their life taken too soon. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Pavelka. May the Lord give you strength and bless each of you during this time.
Rest in peace for your watch here is over; walk in heavens beat and guide us all to protect and serve others safely.

US Ranger Catroppa
National Park Service Kennesaw GA

November 17, 2003

Rest in peace Blue Warrior. Another hero lost, but not forgotten.

Ptlm
CPD, NY

November 17, 2003

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

November 17, 2003

A Brother Warrior has fell and died today in battle.

This Brother Warrior has made the ultimate sacrifice.

He has given his life for his Fellow Warriors, his family and friends too.

Brother Warrior, pass your sword to us, so we can keep your spirit alive.

You, my Brother Warrior will not be forgotten.

God Bless you, your family and your friends.

We honor and respect all of the Fallen Warriors who have gone before us.

We ask you, Brother Warriors to guide us, protect us and pray for us.

We will meet again my Brother Warriors.

For this time not to fight another battle, but to live in eternal peace.

God bless all of the Warriors, past, present and future.

Sgt. Chad McDaniel
Seminole County Sheriff's Office

November 17, 2003

Rest in Peace Brother Matthew, you are a true hero and will not be forgotten.



Son of G. Truman Wortham

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham
Sand Springs Police Dept. Okla

November 17, 2003

Thank you brother for your service to your community and your country. To Officer Pavelka's family and fellow officers, may God be with you and bless you during this time.

Investigator Ronnie Austin
State Attorney's Office, Tallahassee, FL

November 17, 2003

Rest in peace brother in blue.
The watch is ours now.

God bless your family and your department.
Thanks for your dedication and service.

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

November 17, 2003

My prayers and deepest condolences are with
your Department, and especially with the friends
and family of your fallen friend. GOD BLESS this HERO.
Stay strong, stay focused, and make SURE that Officer Matthew Pavelka will never be forgotten.
Mike Bradford; Tallahassee Police Dept., Ret.

Invest. Mike Bradford, Ret
Tallahassee Police Dept

November 17, 2003

Thank you for your service Officer Pavelka. You will not be forgotton. May God be with your family and friends during this tragic loss. God speed.

Officer Rader
Edgewood Police Department

November 17, 2003

Rest easy blue angel, rest easy

Andy

November 17, 2003

Another unfortunate loss of life. I am shocked everytime I hear of another death in the line of duty. Thank you for having the courage to serve and may God bless your family, department and fellow Officers.

Officer Jim Adams
Boise Police

November 17, 2003

Godspeed Sir...you've done your duty, with some justice served. Now for the rest.

Ptl. Tyler Caskey
Fort Mill Police Department

November 17, 2003

God speed brother in blue. Watch over us as we all continue to patrol daily.

Anonymous

November 17, 2003

Police Officers are part of a brotherhood that others will never know! Take care Ofc. Pavelka, we've got the watch from here!

Ofc. Culver, RJ
Holly Hill Police Department, Volusia County, FL

Ofc. Culver, RJ
Holly Hill Police Department

November 17, 2003

Rest in peace brother.

ohio

November 17, 2003

Rest In Peace Brother In Blue

November 17, 2003

I would like to extend my condolences to Officer Pavelka's family and friends, and to the men and women of the Burbank Police Department. Rest in Peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I would also like to extend my wishes for a speedy recovery to Officer Pavelka's partner.

Deputy Sheriff
Butte County Sheriff's Office

November 17, 2003

Such a tragedy to hear about a life taken, a life that was just beginning. Thank you for your service, Matthew. I didn't know you, but now I won't forget you.
May God bring peace to your family and friends.

LAPD

November 17, 2003

To: The famiy of Police Officer Matthew Pavelka and the men and women of the Burbank Police Police Department. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. From: Your brothers and sisters in San Diego County.

Officer Matt Lyons
Oceanside Police Department

November 17, 2003

Family, Friends and Co-Workers of Office Pavelka,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Maxine Clifford
Mother of Deputy Josh Rutherford EOW 5/29/03

November 17, 2003

You are the same age as my daughter. So sorry your short life ended
so violently. Another sad and tragic day for law enforcement. Your
death diminshes us all. Thank you for your selfless service and sacrifice.
Sorry you barely got to enjoy your career. It's amazing to me that
anyone would choose a law enforcement career considering all the evil
in the world. It is a long road to healing that lies ahead, but I know that
our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ will extend His mercy and comfort to all
who reach out to Him. There is none greater than He. We don't get to
Heaven based on what we do, but what He did for us!! AMEN! There is
now a huge void that cannot be filled. God be with all those who mourn
and may His promises lift all those with heavy hearts for many years to
come. My heart goes out to all those you loved and all those who loved
you. God bless.

Lynn Kole
Washington State

November 17, 2003

God bless partner. Hopefully justice will be served. We'll take it from here.

Deputy Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

November 17, 2003