Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace. Bless your Department and Family

Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept

February 16, 2004

Matt would have been proud today to see his fellow officers from many jurisdictions lined up down Airport Blvd. Blue lights as far as you could see. The citizens you served stopped and placed their hands over their hearts to honor your family and your memory... Rest in peace brother

MPD S-45
Mobile Police Department

February 16, 2004

Our deepest condolences to the Family, friends and co-workers of Corporal Thompson.

Newark NJ PD Auto Theft Task Force

February 16, 2004

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 Thompson will never be forgotten.
Mike Bradford; Tallahassee Police Dept., Ret.

Inv. Mike Bradford-Ret
Tallahassee Police Dept

February 16, 2004

Rest in peace my brother, knowing you did your best and helped so many in your life. My heart felt sympathy for those who survive this wonderful Officer.

Boone County Sheriff's Dept. (Indiana)

February 16, 2004

Rest in peace. God Bless.

Inv. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department

February 15, 2004

Ms. Thompson there are no words to console you at this time I'm sure. Know that you and your children are in our prayers and that even though we didn't know your husband we will all miss him and his contribution to this profession. Our prayers for Gods blessings are with you. To my brothers and sisters in Mobile, I know all too well what you are going through now. We stand with all of you in your time of sorrow and pray the Lord will console all of you. Gods speed Matt and rest in peace.

Lt. Leigh Persky
Montgomery County Sheriff Alabama

February 15, 2004

Our sincere condolences go out to the family of Corporal Thompson and to all the personnel of the Mobile Police Department who worked with him.

While it is no consolation for your loss, remember that we, and many others in this country, appreciate the sacrifice that he made in his effort to ensure the safety of the public.

God bless.

Southwest Central Dispatch
Palos Heights, IL

February 15, 2004

Another HERO is gone!

Rest in peace brother. We will continue the fight!

In memory of Corporal Matthew Thompson, and all the fallen heros, please light a BLUE LIGHT in a window of your home and let it shine 24/7!!!!

RJF
CPD NY

February 15, 2004

Sir, we now know that you are in a much better place, away from the pain and suffering here on Earth. May you walk the streets of high above wearing your new badge with pride and valor because you are a true hero among us. And to Mr. Thompson's friends and family I ask that you please remember that you are still a part of OUR family and we are with you always. Our deepest thoughts from all of us here at the Osage County, KS Sheriff's Office.

Your Brothers and Sisters
Osage County, Kansas Sheriff's Office

February 15, 2004

We are truly saddened at Matt's loss.
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We all recall you gave your best.
You did your job, now you can rest.
Your comrades now can cover your post
as you take your place with the Heavenly Host.

God Bless Our Fallen Brothers & Sisters.
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Our prayers will be with you, your family, and co-workers!

Ptlm. P.K. Harding
Binghamton (NY) P.D.

February 15, 2004

MRS THOMPSON AND CHILDREN. MY SON HAD 2 BEST FREINDS, ONE WAS HIS DAD AND THE OTHER WAS MATT. HE LOST HIS DAD IN NOV AND MATT WAS HIS MOST LOYAL SUPPORTER, AS WELL AS LITTLE MATT FOR OUR GRANDSON.
FEB 12, 2004 MY SON LOST HIS SECOND BEST FRIEND AND NOW ALL HE CAN DO IS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES AND HE AND MATT BEING AT THE HUNTING CAMP. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

MRS THOMAS (VIRGINIA)HEMBREE

February 15, 2004

I am sorry for your loss. May his life and love continue living through his children and all who loved him.

Teresa Goss
Shadco. Jax.Fl

February 15, 2004

My thoughts and prayers are with you Corporal Matthew Thompson, your wife, children, friends and the men and women of the Mobile Police Department.
Thank you for your service sir, you will never be forgotten.

Lt Thomas Drury
Clare City Police Department Clare, Michigan

February 15, 2004

Rest In Peace My Brother!!!

JUDGMENT DAY

THE POLICEMAN STOOD AND FACED HIS GOD WHICH MUST ALWAYS COME TO PASS.
HE HOPED HIS SHOES WERE SHINING JUST AS BRIGHTLY AS HIS BRASS.
"STEP FORWARD NOW POLICEMAN , HOW SHALL I DEAL WITH YOU?
HAVE YOU ALWAYS TURNED THE OTHER CHEEK, AND TO MY CHURCH HAVE YOU BEEN TRUE?"
THE POLICEMAN SQUARED HIS SHOULDERS AND SAID, " NO LORD, I GUESS I HAVEN'T.
BECAUSE THOSE OF WHO CARRY BADGES CAN'T ALWAYS WORSHIP ON SABBATH.
I'VE HAD TO WORK MOST SUNDAY'S AND AT TIMES MY TALK WAS TOUGH.
AND SOMETIMES I'VE BEEN VIOLENT BECAUSE THE STREETS ARE AWFULLY ROUGH.
ALTHOUGH I WORKED A LOT , FORSAKING MY FAMILY, WHEN BILLS GOT TOO STEEP.
I NEVER TOOK A PENNY THAT WASN'T MINE TO KEEP.
AND SOMETIMES, LORD FORGIVE ME, I'VE WEPT UNMANLY TEARS.
I KNOW I DON'T DESERVE A PLACE AMONG YOUR ROYALTY HERE.
BUT IF YOU'VE A PLACE FOR ME HERE, LORD, IT NEEDN'T BE TOO GRAND.
I NEVER EXPECTED OR HAD TOO MUCH; IF NOT I PROMISE I'LL UNDERSTAND."
THERE WAS SILENCE ALL AROUND THE THRONE WHERE SAINTS HAD OFTEN TROD.
AS THE POLICEMAN WAITED QUIETLY FOR THE JUDGMENT OF HIS GOD.
"STEP FORWARD NOW POLICEMAN, YOU'VE BORNE YOUR BURDENS WELL."
"COME WALK A BEAT ON HEAVEN'S STREET..."

"YOU'VE DONE YOUR TIME IN HELL."

AUTHOR UNKNOWN

Deputy Patrick Frazier
Escambia County Sheriff's Dept. (Florida)

February 15, 2004

My fiance, Dennis McElderry, was the first law enforcement casualty of 2003. Dennis died doing a job he loved, just as I'm sure Matthew did. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and Matthew be the last to die this way.

Having gone through the pain of losing Dennis I can truly understand and feel the pain that Corporal Thompson's family, friends, and co-workers must be feeling. My heart goes out to you all, especially to his wife. No one can truly understand the pain of our loss until they've walked in our shoes. I wish I could give you a few words of wisdom to help you through this tough time, but there isn't anything I can really say or do to make the situation better. Just know that my thoughts are with you.

Please accept my condolences on behalf of the McElderry family and remember that Matthew is part of huge law enforcement family. If you ever need anything any number of them will be there for you (as I've quickly found out!) From reading the many reflections posted here, I am certain Matthew was well respected and well loved.

Thank you for a job well done and for helping to make this world a safer place for us all. Please say "hello" to my fiance Dennis for me.

Peace, Love, Luck, and Happiness!

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Deputy Sheriff Dennis McElderry's fiancee - EOW (01/01/03)

February 15, 2004

Day is done,
gone the sun.
From the hills,
from the lake,
From the skies.
All is well,
safely rest,
God is nigh.

Godspeed to you and your family

LT. JAMES A. WILLIAMS
N.Y.P.D.

February 14, 2004

To the friends and family of Corporal Matthew Thompson, may God bless you and be with you in this time of sorrow. America lost another hero today; Corporal Thompson was doing his job when he was called to heaven. Rest in peace brother your work on earth is done; go patrol the highways of heaven and guide us all to protect and serve others safely. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. God Speed!

Diane Dodge
Polk County Sheriff's Office, Florida

February 14, 2004

Thanks Corporal Thompson for serving your community, we will never forget you.

Officer G. Long
ACPD

February 14, 2004

Rest In Peace......

Constable Dave Austin
Dekalb Co. Alabama Constable/K9 Handler

February 14, 2004

I am very sorry to hear about this tragedy. Cpl Thompson, I did not know you, but know that you will be missed by many, and never forgotten. You, your family, and the department are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care brother, know that the Lord is with you.

P.O. Kowalik
Harper Woods PD, MI

February 14, 2004

MATT,YOU WORE THE BADGE WITH DIGNITY,INTEGRITY AND COURAGE.YOU HAD COMPASSION FOR THE COMMUNITY YOU SERVED AND THE RESPECT OF ALL OF US THAT KNEW YOU.EVEN AFTER DEATH ,YOU KEPT GIVING AS AN ORGAN DONOR.I AM PROUD TO CALL YOU MY FRIEND.

DKTAYLOR FORENSIC INV,
ALA. DEPT OF FORENSIC SCIENCES MOBILE

February 14, 2004

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE OFFICERS
WISH TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES. OUR THOUGHTS
AND PRAYERS ARE WITH CPL. THOMPSON, HIS FAMILY
AND CO-WORKERS.

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE

February 14, 2004

Very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with the family and friends.

K9 Unit
Gulf Shores, AL Police

February 14, 2004

May the lord be with your family and friends. You have completed your watch here on earth, go with the angels above and carry us on forever. Thanks for your service.

God Bless

Craig Browning/ Communications
Rutherford County, TN

February 14, 2004