Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

This is my first time posting on this site. I want to thank everyone for their very kind words and support.

This has been extremely difficult and still very so surreal. My children and I miss Chris so much, I can't even type an adjective to explain. The pain is still so very real and unbearable. I don't ever expect that to go away. I pray every night for Chris to continue watch over us as we grieve and deal with this devastating loss.

I can still remember that very first day I met my husband. That image is so vivid. I knew he was the one for me, and I thank God he chose me to be the one for him. He gave me two beautiful children whom I will cherish forever. Thank God I have my kids to hold onto my husband forever. They are my salvation, and my reason for getting out of bed in the morning.

So, please continue to pray for my children and I. That is what we need most. We need God's love, because we know Chris is right there in heaven. He was such a good person, there is no doubt where he is.

Thank you to the Delaware State Police for continuing Chris' watch over us. It makes us feel proud that Chris served with an awesome agency. You have been wonderful to me and my children. I could never thank you enough for all your support. Your presence makes my husband present. I will forever be grateful for that.

God Bless you all!

Susan C. Shea/Wife

November 22, 2004

As the holidays approach us We all feel an empty feeling in our hearts Chris we willl never forget you You who meant some much to me and others we had our differences but putting them aside I loved you and still do will miss you always

Maurice Shea Jr (brother)

November 11, 2004

we all miss Chris He was dedicated in everything he did we will all mis him

Maurice Shea Jr

November 9, 2004

You and your family are often in my thoughts. I saw your children at your funeral and they reminded me of my own. God bless them and your wife during these troubled times. Godspeed Bro!

Trooper
New Jersey State Police

November 4, 2004

To the family and friends of Corporal Shea I offer my prayers for you to be able to heal and to forgive. Corporal Shea is in a wonderful place with our Creator, placed there to watch over us until we too shall meet Him. May God Bless his family.

Deputy Ryan Shea
Freeborn County Sheriff's Office, MN

October 24, 2004

Chris, Please remember that we are taking care of your family and we will never forget your sacrafice. You are in my thoughts daily and will be always.

Cpl. Hudson Keller
Delaware State Police

October 3, 2004

Chris,

I have struggled deeply with the reality of your death. I can't imagine the pain and loss that your wife, siblings, parents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends must feel, all I can do is share their pain from a distance. I pray that they are comforted in this time of sorrow and grief. I know you are helping us along the way. Until we meet again, I know you are in the BEST of company! I am honored and proud to have called you, cousin. You will be truely missed! With all my love.

Kelly Shea
Cousin

August 17, 2004

TO: The family; loved ones; friends and department members: A POLICE OFFICER’S PRAYER : O, gentle Lord! Keep the day / night watch with me. As I begin my tour of duty, I ask your protection from all mental, physical and spiritual harm. Sustain me with the knowledge that I am doing your work, endeavoring to keep peace among your people. Help me to be just as I enforce the law without prejudice or favor to anyone. May I be courageous but not reckless in carrying out my duties. Let me respond to all calls with haste realizing that so many are dependent on me for life and safety. Support me with your consoling power when I am tempted to think that no one really cares and that I am taken for granted. Sustain in me the conviction that so many thousands do care and are grateful for my presence. Grant that I may be loyal to my partner and my fellow officers, and that I may back them up effectively when called upon for assistance. Lord, I ask that I may return safely, after my tour of duty, to my loved ones and those who love me. I pray that I may be a good and honorable police officer; and after my tour of duty is over here on earth, may I enjoy the peace and happiness of heaven that you have promised to those who serve you well. AMEN. ** REST IN PEACE** Sent to you by the father of Master Officer J.D.Koeppen, Capital City Raleigh NC; Trooper D.C. Koeppen, NJ State Police and Cadet Officer A.M. Koeppen Wilmington N.C.

Chief ( retired) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington New Jersey

August 17, 2004

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

911 DISPATCHER, ERICA TOLSON
LANCASTER/GARRARD 911

August 16, 2004

Family, Friends and Co-Workers,

It has been over three weeks since our loved ones were taken away. I am still at a loss for words with what happened to my husband (EOW 7/20/04). It was a senseless act. Everyday is a challenge to live, but I know he is standing behind me and helping me get through this. I believe the same for you and yours. Recall the good memories and God bless all of you.

Jennifer R. Aaron
Wife of Cpl. Duke G. Aaron, III

August 11, 2004

My condolences to the members of the Delaware State Police ... especially Troop 7 ... for the loss of a brother officer.
- From Lev (formerly of the South Bethany Police).

POII Lev Ellian
Maryland-National Capital Park Police, Montgomery County Division

August 2, 2004

Our prayers and condolences to the family, friends and fellow Delaware Troopers. We grieve the tragic loss of Trooper Shea.

Police Officer
Hunterdon County N.J.

August 2, 2004

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

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

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE

August 1, 2004

My thoughts and prayers to Corporal Christopher Shea, his family and to the Delaware State Police.

You will never be forgotten!!

Sergeant Damon Cole
Double Oak Police Department, Texas

August 1, 2004

CHRISTOPHER,
I WILL FOREVER MISS YOU,WE ARE ALL PROUD MORE THEN YOU WILL EVER KNOW YOU HAVE TOUCHED US ALL IN MANY WAYS AND I THANK YOU FOR THE SPECIAL WAY YOU HAVE GUIDED ME,I AM PROUD TO SAY THAT WE ARE FAMILY,YOUR CHILDREN AND SUSAN WILL ALWAYS BE WITH US ,YOU HAVE DONE YOUR DUTY IN EVERY POSSIBLE WAY ,WE LOVE YOU CHRIS REST IN PEACE.
KERRI

KERRI
1ST COUSIN

August 1, 2004

Thank you to Cpl Shea, for his loss is felt around the world. The next drunk driver I take to jail will be in your honor. I hope God touches your whole family and lets them know that we are there. A man, a mission, a life and a life style..Rest well my brother we will take it from here.

Russ

PO II Russell Ward
Metro Nashville Police Dept.

July 31, 2004

To the family and friends of corporal Shea, and to the DSP members, may God bless you and be with you in this time of sorrow. America lost another hero today; you are now 10-42 go walk a beat on Heaven's streets, you are a blue angel, R.I.P. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. God Speed Brother.

Diane Dodge
Polk County Sheriff's Office, Bartow, Fl

July 27, 2004

We are truly saddened at Chris' 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.

July 27, 2004

Rest in peace brother, you will not be forgotten.God bless the family and friends of Corporal Shea.

Trooper R. M. DeLucie
New York State Police

July 27, 2004

My thoughts are with you and your family in this trying time.

Investigator Jacki Hurley
Larimer County SO, Colorado

July 27, 2004

Chris - One quote I try to live my life by you have made come alive in your passing "Live each day as if it were your last, because some day it will be" Chris this is who you were. You appreciated life and gave the most of yourself. I am inspired by your courage, strength, and love. I know you will be helping your family from above to find the strength to try to continue on with their lives, and every time your children smile I know your presence will be there. Rest in peace, you will forever be missed.

Danielle
1st Cousin

July 27, 2004

Rest in peace, brother.

Officer II James Hedgecoth
Md. T. A. Police

July 26, 2004

I PERSONNALLY NEW CHRIS. I MET HIM BACK IN 1992 WHEN WE SERVED TOGETHER IN THE U.S MARINE CORPS. DURING THAT TIME PERIOD CHRIS AND I WERE BOTH STATIONED TOGETHER AT NAS CECIL FIELD FL U.S MARINE CORPS SECURITY FORCE CO. DURING OUR YEAR OR SO STAY IN FLORIDA CHRIS AND I BECAME VERY CLOSE FRIENDS. MAYBE IT WAS BECAUSE WE BOTH WANTED TO BE POLICE OFFICERS. LAST YEAR, WHILE ON VACATION, I RAN INTO CHRIS AND HIS FAMILY. THIS WAS THE FIRST I HAD SEEN HIM IN 12YRS OR SO. DURING THIS UNBELIEVIBLE CHANCE MEETING WE EXCHANGED INFORMATION AND UPDATED EACH OTHER ON WHAT WE HAVE BEEN DOING THE LAST 12YRS. ON THRUSDAY, OF THIS YEAR, JUST BEFORE RETURNING TO PA I FOUND OUT ABOUT CHRIS' ACCIDENT. THE NEWS WAS NUMBING. IT WAS LIKE LOSING A BROTHER. THERE ARE MANY THINGS I REMEMBER ABOUT CHRIS BUT THE TWO THINGS I REMEMBER THE MOST IS THAT CHRIS COULD TALK YOUR EAR OFF AND HE WOULD DO ABSOLUTELY ANYTHING FOR ANYBODY. THERE ARE MAY OTHER THINGS I COULD SAY ABOUT CHRIS BUT I KEEP THIS REFLECTION MINIMAL. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH SUSAN AND THE KIDS. SEMPER FI CHRIS SHEA. YOU'LL BE DEARLY MISSED MY BROTHER.

PATROLMAN ERIC B.NELSON
SUSQUEHANNA TWP. P.D (HARRISBURG ,PA)

PATROLMAN ERIC B.NELSON
SUSQUEHANNA TWP POLICE DEPT (HARRISBURG PA)

July 26, 2004

On behalf of the Milford Police Dept. I would like to offer our condolence to the familey and friends of Cpl. Shea. Rest in peace Trooper.

Officer
City Of Milford Police dept

July 26, 2004

The members of the Royal Palm Beach Police Department wish to extend our deepest sympathies to the family, coworkers, and friends of Corporal Christopher M. Shea. He has fought the good fight and has now gone to his reward. Many of our brothers and sisters are gone, but none are ever forgotten.

Sergeant T. E. Murphy
Royal Palm Beach, Fl. P. D.

July 26, 2004