Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Your little brother graduated from BLET this week.You would be proud.I know you were with us.

Deputy R. L. Matthews
Dad

May 9, 2010

LOVE you and MISS you so much more than words can say!!!

Anonymous

April 16, 2010

Hello Brian,

Happy Easter to you in heaven! We love you and miss you.

We first met you during the Easter holiday on Good Friday. We knew immediately that you were a fine man with a kind heart and that opinion never changed and never, ever will. I cannot begin to put into words how much we need you or to explain how deep the void is in our lives without you. We hold onto the assurance that we will see you again. You are in our thoughts every minute of every day. We will always cherish your memory in our hearts.

Please look after us from above. We love you!

Mrs. M.

April 4, 2010

I miss you soooo much more than I can put into words. You were always there for me. You love me and I know that from your actions. We could talk for hours, if I was sad it made you sad, if I was happy, you were happy for me. I not only lost my precious son but I lost a best friend that I could confide in and knew you listened with loving ears. I Love you.

Anonymous

March 16, 2010

Dear Sweet Brian,

We miss you so much and send all our love to you!

Mrs. M.

February 14, 2010

I remember when he was so tiny that I could
cradle him in my arms and watch him sleep -
so oblivious to the world. When he awoke, he'd
smile at me and curl all his fingers around one
of mine, and hold on so very tightly that I
thought he'd never let go.

Those same precious finders wound themselves around
my heart, too...and to this day, they have never let
go.
-Maria Shockley Erman

Love you my Brian!!
Momma

Anonymous

February 12, 2010

When you were a baby, I cuddled you in my arms
And smothered your sweet face with kisses.
I vowed I would never let you go.

When you were a child, I pushed you to study hard
And learn all the good things
From the world around you.

When you were a young man, I encouraged you
To follow your dreams
And be passionate about all your choices.

And then I did the hardest thing I ever had to do...
That which I vowed I would never do:
I leg go.

I lied!! I'm never letting go.

I love you forever!!!!!!!!!

Anonymous

February 11, 2010

Your little brother is finishing his third week in BLET. He's doing a great job and loving it. You would be proud. I am proud of both of you.

Dad

January 28, 2010

I cannot begin to put into words the immense void I have without you!!

Anonymous

January 22, 2010

Dear Brian,

Merry Christmas as you spend the birthday of Jesus in heaven with Him. Today has been another lonely holiday without you. Please be assured that we have thought about you every minute of this day and that we do the same all the other days of the year. We love you and miss you so much! Please look over us from above, and may God bless you.

Mrs. M.

December 26, 2009

Its Christmas Eve, we all miss you so much. Love you forever!!

Anonymous

December 24, 2009

Dear Brian, I have found that I can be in a room full of people and it is empty without you there!!!

Anonymous

December 18, 2009

Dear Brian,

After several days and nights of dark, cold, wind, and drenching rain, it was good to see your star in the night sky this evening when I had my daily talk with you. You hold such an important place in our hearts. We love you and miss you so much! Please look over us from above. May God bless you.

Mrs. M.

November 14, 2009

You never leave me heart or mind. I love you with all my heart. Thank you for loving me so much.

Anonymous

November 3, 2009

Thank you for your service.

Rest In Peace Deputy.

J. Clendening #407
Glades County Sheriff's Office, FL

October 1, 2009

Dear Brian,

Today your family and friends gathered in Eastover to pay tribute to you. The NC Board of Transportation dedicated a bridge near your childhood home as the Deputy Brian Matthews Bridge. It was a touching ceremony. Everyone recognizes what a dedicated officer and a fine man you were when you walked on this earth. You touched so many lives.

It was four years today that God called you home. These have been sad and empty years without you, but your dad encouraged us during the ceremony to do something positive to honor you and that we should remember how you lived. Please be assured that we will cherish your memory forever. We love you and miss you! We ask that you watch over us from above.

Mrs. M.

September 30, 2009

We havent forgotten you brother!!! Our hearts go out to your family on your 4 year anniversary. Can't think of a better way to honor your life than the bridge dedication you deserve it!!!!

The Taylors

September 30, 2009

Today makes four years. To me, I just saw you yesterday. Today we honored you at the Eastover Recreation center right by the elememtary school you attended. There is a bridge off I95 exit 55 in Eastover that is now called, Deputy Brian Matthews Bridge. I miss you sooo much and most days it takes my breath. I Love you!!

Anonymous

September 30, 2009

Hello Brian....Today a bridge was named in honor of you. I know you were there as everyone honored and missed you. Lin and I laughed and cried last night as he was writing what he was going to say today. You guys made some great memories. Also today we found out that we are having a girl. I wish you were here to celebrate the news with us but I am sure you are celebrating in heaven. I remember you being there at the hospital the entire time that I was having Hayes. You said he was your "little man"...I will miss you not being there this time. You were a protector when you were here on earth and now you can protect us from heaven. I know you are a beautiful angel. We miss you can we love you each and everyday...

Regina Wheeler

September 30, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 4th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service to my home state. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

I hold your family in thought and prayer today. Rest In Peace,Brian.

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

September 30, 2009

This past Saturday we played golf in the rain and honored your memory while raising money for a very worthy cause. Tpr. Chavis again won some of the best door prizes for the fourth straight time and the rest of us had a great time as always.

In an hour and a half a bridge will be dedicated in your honor. I would love to have been able to attend this service but unforeseen circumstances are going to keep me away. I will be there in spirit and throughout this day, as I do everyday, I'll be thinking of you and your family. Four years have passed but you're still a big part of the agency and all who had the honor of working with you.

Lt. Matt Hurley
Cumberland County Sheriff's Office

September 30, 2009

Hey Brian,
Just wanted to let you know we all had a great time getting together again for a round of golf at Baywood. I got a lump in my throat thinking of you on hole 14, as I am right now as well. You were there in everyone's hearts and memories. See ya later.

Trooper
North Carolina State Highway Patrol

September 26, 2009

Dear Brian,

Thank you for the wonderful way in which you touched our lives. We will respect and cherish your memory forever. We miss you so very much and will always love you! Please look over us. May God bless you.

Mrs. M.

August 16, 2009

I came across your reflections Chris, you must had been a great guy and deputy sheriff. I understand how hard it is for your family and friends; but I'am sure they know that you are with our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. "Blessed are the peace makers." Hero's live for ever, and Chris you truly are a hero. May God bless your and family and friends.

Anonymous

July 25, 2009

Good morning baby. I miss you so much. The years have not made a difference, you were here just yesterday in my mind. I Love You!!

Anonymous

July 24, 2009