Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Bowens,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Detroit. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

February 16, 2024

It's hard to believe it's been 20 years since you've been gone. Think of you and your family often, they're in my prayers today. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Matt.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

February 16, 2024

To the Family of Officer Matthew Edmond Bowens,

I have the honor of carrying your son and brother with me as my silent partner. I grew up in Southwest Detroit where Officer Bowens so diligently protected and served. He is brave and lives on as greatly appreciated for his service, dedication, and sacrifice made for my community and the Detroit Police Department. I will do my best to carry his name and memory with honor, courage, and commitment. My sincerest condolences for your family’s loss.

Praying for better days. Wishing you peace, comfort, and love.

SPO Anonymous
DPD 2023-F

April 12, 2023

My Dad (#556) reflected multiple times throughout my life on the pleasant experiences he had working with you and Jen Fettig at old #4.

I want your family to know your stories and sacrifices will never be forgotten. There is no heavier burden than the weight of public service in the field of law enforcement. Your sacrifice and unrelenting dedication to your community shall never be forgotten.

I am a SPO , and I look forward to sharing your story with my class.

Although I never knew you as a young child, I have often found myself thinking of you , your partner and your family and the shock they still feel in the present day.

I know your family is more than proud and profoundly honored. I hope to be half of the Officer you were if I am so fortunate to graduate the DPD academy.

You will forever be in my prayers , and your memory will never leave my heart. Thank you for being a good friend to my father.

May you rest in peace, eternally.

SPO Anonymous-23G
DPD/Academy-SPO

April 9, 2023

Miss you dearly little brother. I’m just a few hours it will be exactly 19 years since I received the worst call of my life. You were a true hero and died with honor doing what you dreamed about since you were 5 years old. Keep smiling down and watching over my kids. They never had the chance to meet Uncle Matt but know what an amazing uncle they would have had. Until we meet again.

Jason Bowens
Matt’s brother

February 15, 2023

Learned today about you and this incident today from a fellow officer who was on the scene that night. Such a heartbreaking tragedy, but please know you are not forgotten. God Bless your family.

Anonymous Law Enforcement Officer

August 9, 2022

You will never be forgotten

Detective Bryan Bonitati
Maryland Department of Public Safety

October 12, 2021

I think about you and Jennifer often, daily honestly. I often say silent prayers for the both of you and your families. We only met by chance on that freezing cold morning, but I am honored to have known the both of you, and I can only hope to have a fraction of courage and selflessness that the both of you displayed that fateful morning.

You will never be forgotten.

God bless the both of you, your families and co-workers.

Cpl. A. Hicks #432 (Ret.)
City of Dearborn Police Dept.

March 11, 2021

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

February 16, 2021

It's been 17 years partner and I still miss riding with you. Miss all the laughs. Rest in peace my brother.

Cpl. Jose Martinez
DPD

February 16, 2021

Think of you often Matt. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Bowens Family, may happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. Thank you for your service Matt and may you rest in peace.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

February 16, 2021

Think of you often Matt. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Bowens Family, may happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. Thank you for your service Matt and may you rest in peace.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

February 16, 2021

Think of you often Matt. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Bowens Family, may happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. Thank you for your service Matt and may you rest in peace.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

February 16, 2021

Think of you often Matt. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Bowens Family, may happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. Thank you for your service Matt and may you rest in peace.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/04

February 16, 2021

Not a day goes by that I don’t think about the both of you. God bless you and your family.

Cpl. A. Hicks #432 (Ret.)
City of Dearborn Police Dept.

October 19, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Bowens.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

September 12, 2020

16 years ago today you and your partner where horrifically murdered . Continue to rest in eternal peace . God bless you

Mark Mottola

February 16, 2020

Rest In Peace Brother in Blue. Thank you Hero and your family for your sacrifice, courage and service. Always remembered.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret.)
Upland Police Dept. CA

February 16, 2020

Recently about this case, and your courage. Rest in Peace my brother.

Captain Bernard Flint
Department of Defense Police Division

June 23, 2019

Thoughts and prayers are with your family, it's hard to believe that it's been 15 years. Sometimes it seems so long ago and other times it feels like yesterday. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Matt.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit Police Officer Jennifer T. Fettig eow 2/16/04

February 16, 2019

Rest in peace my hero.

Lieutenant Raymond Flores
NYPD

February 16, 2019

Rest in peace Officer Bowens. A Motown police hero hailed for honor and humility.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

December 14, 2018

Matt, I met your dad yesterday. He told me your story. You would have done great things Sir. You fought bravely and represented the badge. Your dad ( and Uncle Frank! ) were a joy to talk to.

Peace

Sgt. Nye
Ingham County Sheriff’s Office

September 30, 2018

Officer Matthew E. Bowens will never ever be forgotten. Thank you for your services, and for trying to aid your partner. You are a true hero. May your soul rest in Heaven, and may God bless your family.

First Sergeant Thomas Webb (Retired)
New York State Police

February 16, 2018

Everyone who worked at the old Fourth Precinct still talks about you. You are still remembered brother. Please continue to watch over us.

Police Officer
Detroit Police Department

December 17, 2017