Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

A note to say that friends and strangers alike continue to honor Scot's memory and his dedication to law enforcement. God bless.

Ranger Stevens
National Park Service

February 24, 2007

Scot-
Stopped an older couple today that asked about you...they didn't know you were gone. In such a short time with our dept. you made such an impression with people. You lived and breathed what you believed...PRAISE GOD! I Love You, Brother.

F.T.O. Todd Oliver
Mattawan PD

February 10, 2007

I miss you so so so so so much JR Mint. I have so many memories about you! I remember when you would come to Scott Lake with all of us. It was funny when you fell over trying to ski!!! I always felt like you were there for me!!

P.S.I can't wait to see you in Heaven!!!!!

Love,
Emmy

Emily Oliver
JR Mint's Friend

February 8, 2007

Sir, your service will never be forgotten. Rest in easy, Brother.

Deputy
Michigan

January 11, 2007

I miss you Scot, thought about you today on a stop :)

Jenny Evans, Patrolman
Ontwa Twp. Edwardsburg Police

January 2, 2007

MERRY CHRISTMAS SCOT !!!!!!!!!!!!

December 24, 2006

Scotty-
Just thinking about you and your aspiring career. I put a new flag on your tree brother and think of you everyday. My badge is dull because of your absence.

Officer Todd Christensen
Kalamazoo Public Safety

October 10, 2006

Thank you for your service. You will always be remembered. Rest in peace.

Daughter of an officer

July 26, 2006

You are not forgotten Scot. My prayers are with you and your family.

Jenny Evans Patrolman
Ontwa Twp. Edwardsburg Police

July 26, 2006

We will be in Washington with honor and respect to hear your name read.

Linda Rittenhouse, Matt's Mom
Matthew Rittenhouse EOW 9/16/04

Linda Rittenhouse

May 9, 2006

As we get ready to graduate another class of "Blue Dogs" I can't help to wonder what God has instore for them. I look at the life that you lead and hope that they see the passion like you. Although your life was brief, you had a quality of life that I will pray for every Blue Dog that comes through our door to have!
You & your family are in our thoughts, Scot!
XO VdB

Sue VandenBrink Executive Officer
Kalamazoo Law Enforcement Training Center

May 2, 2006

As we get ready to graduate another class of "Blue Dogs" I can't help to wonder what God has instore for them. I look at the life that you lead and hope that they see the passion like you. Although your life was brief, you had a quality of life that I will pray for every Blue Dog that comes through our door to have!
You & your family are in our thoughts, Scot!
XO VdB

Sue VandenBrink Executive Officer
Kalamazoo Law Enforcement Training Center

May 2, 2006

Beyerstedt,

On the 26th of every month, I can't help but feel a great sadness. I'll never forget that day. You remain in my prayers, I love you buddy.


Officer J. Evans#4012
OTEPD

Officer Jenny Evans #4012
Ontwa Twp. Edwardsburg Police

March 28, 2006

Beyerstedt:

Yesterday was 8 months since you left us....there isn't a month that passes that I don't find myself saddened by the 26th day. I miss you. Please continue you to watch over those of us still pursuing the career you loved so much. I love you buddy :)


Officer J. Evans
OTEPD

Officer Jenny Evans#4012
Ontwa Twp. Edwardsburg Police

March 27, 2006

Scot,

You were a great friend and a great listener. I always looked forward to seeing you when I was in college. I noticed how excited you were about becoming an officer. You will never be forgotten. Thanks for everything you have done for me and being there.

PFC Stimpson, Rachel

March 15, 2006

Scot,
I'm not sure what compelled me to think of you and Owen this evening, but I'm glad I did. In reading through these reflections, it is obvious that you two are still in the hearts and minds of so many. I can still remember where you sat in the academy class room, wide eyed and always with that infectious smile. Teaching during this last academy was so different. I found myself glancing to your seat, looking for that "bean pole" of a cadet that seemed so willing and eager. How fortunate we all were to have known you. Although you were only on this earth a short time, you certainly made the most of your life. In attending your funeral, so many of us learned about Scot THE PERSON. What an amazing young man you were. You will always be a source of inspiration, and we will never forget your sacrifice.

Det. Matt Wolfe
Portage Police Department

February 11, 2006

I knew Scott from KVCC and I didnt know a stronger christian man, and more dedicated police officer for his age.

Deputy Christopher Munro
Kent County Sheriffs Dept.

January 25, 2006

My thoughts are with Scot and his family.
Rest in Pace Scot.

SC Brad Taylor
Metropolitan Police (London)

January 12, 2006

Rip you will not be forgotten.

Jason LArson

January 1, 2006

Rest in peace my brother, and may God bless your family.

Police Officer John Pizzi
Calumet Village

December 27, 2005

We think of you and your family during these holidays, and offer thoughts and prayers as you celebrate without your loved one. Cherish the memories of the past and be open to new ones with your loved ones and friends. Your loved one will never be forgotten and always honored for their sacrifice.

Alissa Scott
Widow of Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-03

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network
www.survivorhelpnetwork.org

November 29, 2005

Today marks 3 months since Scot went home...3 months that he's been worshiping our Holy Father before his throne in Heaven...He is so missed, but I continue to rejoice in the knowledge that I will see him again.

Courtney Eaton, close friend

October 26, 2005

Officer Beyerstedt: So young, yet so brave. Your brothers have your watch covered. God speed, and may your family be taken care of.

Patrolman
Memphis, MI P.D.

October 12, 2005

To the family and friends of Officer Scott Beyerstedt and his fellow officers with the Mattawan Police Department:

On behalf of our entire family, I wish to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Officer Beyerstedt was tragically killed. His valor and bravery will not be forgotten.

Our family grieves with you and for you. We share your agony as we lost our beloved Larry Lasater of the Pittsburg Police Dept. when he was fatally shot during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers on April 23rd. I am so sorry that another family has to face this devastating trauma. It is heart wrenching to know that this young officer had only served such a short time before this awful incident, but I am glad that he saw a dream fulfilled.

May you be comforted by the caring and support of your law enforcement community, and other police survivors. There will be many who will be with you each step of this awful journey.

I also pray for the continued recovery of the wounded field training officer that was with Scott.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Scott gave to his community as a police officer, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on July 26, 2005.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD eow 4/24/05

October 11, 2005

It is far after the fact but as I sit here miles away and read what has been written about my dear friend I have read over and over the words Rest in Peace. Please know that Scot is now resting in a peace that passes all understanding as he is standing before His Lord and Savior and mine. I find joy knowning that someday I will again stand next to my friend as we together worship our perfect and loving Lord. While losing Scot hurt worse than anything it is only my lose because it is his gain. He is home. We can all know that peace that Scot now knows if we take the time to know the Savior that was Scot's reason for living in the first place. Scot would be grateful to be remembered as a hero and a servant of others, but more than anything Scot would want to be remembered as a servant of Christ. So save a place for me buddy, when I get there just scoot over a little, and we will worship Jesus together. I love you but I will see you again in the blink of an eye.

Linda Koning, A dear Friend
Inez, Ky

October 4, 2005