Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Silvera, may you rest in God's sweet peace. I pray that that same peace, the peace that surpasses our human understanding, will guard the hearts and minds of all of those who taught you, partnered with you, learned from you, were served by you, and who loved you. May those who knew you share their love for you and their precious memories of you with your family. They will need both. Thank you for your service and courage.

Laurie
Grateful Citizen, In-Law Survivor

September 15, 2005

There is no words or sayings that can make you feel better or stop the hurt felt deep in your families heart. The only comfort is knowing that your husband and father will be watching you always. God is our Chief and will watch over us all. God bless this family.

Officer Shaffer
S.T. James Police Department

September 15, 2005

Thank you for your dedication and courage. Rest in peace brother.

Officer
Fort Lupton, CO

September 15, 2005

To the fellow officers, family and freinds of Officer Shawn Silvera, may I offer my deepest condolances. Hearing that the subject was from South Dakota almost makes me feel related to the incidnet somehow, as well as it makes me sadder knowing that if we had caught him first Officer Silvera may have gone on to have an illustrious career. Knowing the pain of losing a fellow officer Deputy William Davis EOW 11-03-03, I wish you all Gods strength to get through the times ahead. The ability to have the power to be the one with the spikes the next time, as well as keeping in your mind the lessons that Officer Silvera has taught all of us. To the family and freinds and the community may you also be looked upon from the lord as he looked upon us in our time of loss as well as the loss of a local boy while dedicating his life to the citizens of CO, Travis Sass, EOW 6-29-04. Having been through the loss of the department and a loss of the community, my heartfelt sympathy to you all, and GOD'S SPEED TO GET THROUGH IT ALL!

Deputy Sheriff Troy Wellman
Moody County Sheriffs Office South Dakota

September 14, 2005

May GOD bless your family and friends at this terrible time. Thank you for serving and protecting. Rest in peace, Sir.

Shirley Roberts
Aunt of Fallen Officer John Logan EOW-3-14-04

September 14, 2005

I just read a story of how this officer saved a little boy that was spitting up blood. This officer saved the little boys life. This angel digused as a officer finally got his wings. God Speed Sir.

State Trooper D Osborne/K-9 Coco
Tennessee Highway Patrol

September 14, 2005

Shawn

I was about ready to go 1-7 when I saw the headline regarding your death. I was suddenly reminded once again that going 10-7 is not a routine to be taken for granted. I try to remind myself everyday how quickly life can be changed and our loved ones taken from us. You will not be forgotten as you have now entered the heavens with your brothers and sisters of blue.
My thoughts and prayers go to your family and co-workers.

R.J.I. #616
St. Charles P.D.

Police Officer Renee J. Ingersoll
St. Charles Police Department

September 14, 2005

My wife and I are both Sergeant's at Michigan Law Enforcement agencies. Our thoghts, prayers and Heartfelt Condolences, are extended to the Family, friends and co workers of Officer Silvera. We have family living in Lino Lakes, and thank Shawn for his Heroic service to the citizens of Lino Lakes.

Sergeant Todd Jenkins
Ingham County Sheriff's Office, Mi.

Sergeant Todd Jenkins
Ingham County Sheriff's Office, Mi

September 14, 2005

Shawn it was an honor knowing you and training with you as an explorer. Thanks for the leadership and guidance.
Rest in Peace.

Corporal Tony Bennek
Jacksonville Beach FL PD

September 14, 2005

ANOTHER BRAVE MAN HAS FALLEN , GIVING THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE FOR HIS COUNTRY. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HIS LOVED ONES AND DEPARTMENT. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

DEPUTY K. MCCAULEY
GREENE COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE

September 14, 2005

As we visited our son's grave and the site of his terrible accident today in recognition of his sacrifice four years ago, we met a friend of yours who shared the tragic news of Officer Silvera's death with us. We wish your family, friends and co-workers peace. We have walked in your shoes and now we walk together. You will never be forgotten.
Todd and Marge Herzog,
Parents of Whatcom Co. WA Sheriff Deputy Matthew Todd Herzog, EOW 9-13-2001.

September 13, 2005

There are no words that can make this loss any easier to deal with. May god watch over your family and keep them safe. I honor you for your service.

Deputy Sheriff
Traill County North Dakota

September 13, 2005

Shawn - I had the priviledge of attending your funeral. After hearing of the life you led and your acts of kindness, I have realized, you not only made a difference while you were here, but you continue to make a difference in the lives of so many. Thank you, for everything that you have done for so many people. When I got home from your funeral I looked at my family and vowed to never take a moment for granted again...and I won't! Hearing of all you accomplished in just 32 short years is inspiring and made me realize I can do so much more with my life.

So, thank you Shawn for being a role model and an inspiration!

Rest in peace, Brother in Blue. You will not be forgotten!

To Shawn's family! I am so sorry about your loss. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerly,

~Reserve Cpl. C. Edin

Reserve Cpl. C. Edin
St. Francis Police Reserves - MN

September 13, 2005

As I stood in formation with my brothers and sisters in law enforcement to pay our respects to brother officer Silvera I remembered a saying we had when I served in Viet Nam, it was "For those who have fought for it freedom has a taste the protected will never know". I beleive those of us in law enforcement can relate to this. Officer Silvera, you paid the ultimate sacrifice, you will not be forgotten. The way you lived your life and the way you protected and served is an example for those of us still protecting and serving to follow. I pray God will uplift and give strength to your wife and family.
Thank you my brother!

Sgt. Cliff Casady
St. Croix Tribal P.D.

September 13, 2005

Shawn, you will be missed by so many of us who had the opportunity to know you. I don't know if you knew the difference you made in the lives of the youth at Epiphany, but our lives have forever been influenced by your example. Your funeral liturgy on Sunday was a beautiful testament to your life - although it was short, it had so much depth. Thank you for all the time you invested in us and in the many others you touched in the course of your life. Your family has our prayers, love, and support. God bless you!!!

Paula Minell

September 13, 2005

Courageuos and bold are those who accept such a dangerous job. Blessed are those have the opportunity to know and love such a person. Rest in peace brother Silvera for you have made us all proud. To the family of Officer Silvera and the Lino Lakes P.D., we share in your sorrow, for the loss of any Officer, is a loss to our entire Law Enforcement family. May God grant you all the strength to heal and move forward. But, never forget.

Agent Rich Smith
West Palm Beach Police Department, Florida

September 13, 2005

Our prayers go out to the family , friends and co-workers. Thank-you Officer Silvera for giving your life to protect others. May your children always know what a hero you are.

Reserve Officer Nick Larson And Family

September 13, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and co-workers of Officer Shawn Silvera. May he rest in peace.

Officer Chris McClish
Fridley Police Department, Minnesota

September 13, 2005

The skys wept as we stood in formation, waiting for you to be with us. Thousands gathered in the parking lot, waiting for the roar of the motorcade to arrive. It was such a special time. Your family and friends were so strong and we were all there for you, brother.

Your work here is done, we'll take it from here on out. It is your time to rest and be with God.

You will never be forgotten, Officer Silvera.

Police Officer
Duluth MN

September 12, 2005

What a heart wrenching day! Shawn, it was a beautiful service, you were trully a great man to all that knew you! I had the pleasure of meeting you during DARE Officer Training in 1999. I will never forget the smile and the sense of humor during that 2 weeks I got to know you. God Bless your wife and children. We have the watch from here brother!

Officer Ryan Eberhart
Saint Peter PD

September 12, 2005

YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEBERED. YOU WERE A GREAT OFFICER AND AN EVEN GREATER PERSON.

Explorer LT. J. Goodman
FRIDLEY

September 12, 2005

my heart goes out to the family and friends of officer silvera. keep in mind he will always be watching over just as he always has; only now from above.
godspeed, officer silvera. 10-42

p.o. mainieri-240
chesterfield pd (mo)

September 12, 2005

Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. I pray for your family, police family, and friends.

Police Officer
west metro lakes area

September 12, 2005

Rest in peace Officer Silvera. And thank you.

Carly Schaps

Civilian Resident
Lino Lakes

September 12, 2005

Rest in peace, your loss will never be forgotten.
Thank You for your service...

Recruit
Cobb county police

September 12, 2005