Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Stunned and speechless of yet another cowardly act of violence which has taken another good man from the ranks. To the family and NYSP of Trooper Sperr, you are in our prayers. I pray God brings you peace in your memories, and be safe.

Det. Roberts
EPSO/VNI (Colorado)

March 2, 2006

Life isn't fair. You did what you had to do. Sperr you are in our prayers. God bless you and your family. We will take it from here. Rest in peace, and watch over all of us down here. You are a very brave man. God bless you

March 2, 2006

RIP Trooper Sperr. May God watch over your soul and your family as they struggle through this time. Your heroism will never be forgotten.

PO Hamilton
NYPD 30pct

March 2, 2006

Rest in peace Trooper Sperr. You are a hero and you will be in my prayers.

Explorer Johnny Riesenkonig
Ottawa Police Service

March 2, 2006

Rest in Peace Trooper, all my thoughts and prayers go out to your family, friends and NY States finest. Go walk the streets of Heaven, and be a Guardian Angel to all of us who will continue the fight, you fought so well. God Speed Trooper Sperr.

Motor Officer Schrader
Lakeland PD Florida

March 2, 2006

Your hard work and dedication to the people of NYS will never be forgotten. You have done a great honor to us all. Let God continue to watch over you and your friends and loved ones. Rest in peace our brother.

PO Rich Eckert
Town of Chester PD

March 2, 2006

In his final act on earth Andy did what he always did while on patrol, he showed his quality and his courage. It was my pleasure to have known and worked alongside such an excellent police officer.

You have earned your spot in heaven.

May God comfort your family.

Troop A BCI
NYSP

March 2, 2006

The Final Inspection

The policeman stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry a badge
can't always be a saint."

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at time I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his god.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell"

Pasadena Police Department, Ca.

March 2, 2006

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Shannon
Collins Mississippi Fire Dept.

March 2, 2006

You served you state and county with honor. Rest in peace Brother.

L/Cpl Sisler
SC Highway Patrol

March 2, 2006

Thank you for your dedicated service to your community and your department. May the Lord bless you and keep you. May they never forget your faithful service to your community and department and the brave HERO that you were. To the family, friends and co-workers, our heartfelt prayers and sympathies are with you. May God be with you all during this very sorrowful time. Words will never compensate the loss you have suffered. We pray that He now gives you all strength in your time of need. May you find peace in the thought, that we as friends in law enforcement, take this time to lift you up in prayer.

For your act of unselfish bravery and courage Trooper Sperr, we salute you. Blessed are the peacemakers.

Denise & Erin Hunter, Widow and Daughter
Sgt. Gregory L. Hunter, Grand Prairie, TX Police Dept., EOW 6-18-04

March 2, 2006

Rest in peace! We have the watch now. Keep us safe from your new beat in heaven.

Special Agent
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED)

March 2, 2006

Rest in peace brother you will never be forgotten. Thank you for your dedication and service Trooper Sperr, you are a true hero. My deepest sympathy to your family and your department. RIP

Deputy Jamie Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office (Va.)

March 2, 2006

Another hero is gone!

Rest in peace brother.

In memory of Trooper Sperr and all the fallen heroes I ask that you light one blue light and palce it in a window of your home and let it shine 24/7.

Retired Sgt. RJF
CPD,NY

March 2, 2006

Although we never met you will always be a brother. You will be forever missed.

Officer
Irondequoit Police Department

March 2, 2006

Rest in peace Brother Andrew, you are a true hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.

Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham Retired
Sand Springs Okla Police Department

March 2, 2006

We are so sorry to hear about Trooper Sperr's death. We know how difficult it is to hear the unthinkable words that a loved one is gone. Our thoughts and prayers are with Trooper Sperr and all who loved him.

Shawn and Michelle Rogers
Sister and brother-in-law
Sgt Jonathan Dragus EOW 10/20/05

Shawn ROgers

March 2, 2006

"No greater Love" You served as a Hero and died as a Hero. You will forever be in the hearts of all honest men.

Officer Thomas Wiederhold #1890
Fort Worth Police,Tx

March 2, 2006

Trooper Sperr started his career at the Monroe barracks, which is the barracks that serves the Town of Chester. Over the last ten years, I have seen many troopers come and go from that station, with some leaving more of an impression than others. Andy was one of the ones who stood out. I remember him most for his friendliness, good spirits and professionalism.
Rest in peace. God bless you and your family.

Sgt. Daniel J. Doellinger
Town of Chester, NY PD

March 2, 2006

"A MAN IN BLUE"

A man in blue has lost his life in service of law.
The love that makes this sacrifice the greatest love of all.
A Police man was killed today, the reason I cannot say.
I don't know why he had to die.
The man in blue died for me and you;
we must remember him too.
Flags fly low, let use bow in prayer
for fallen police men everywhere;
and remember this: that they are missed.
The badge burns bright like an evening star
free from a world of war.

Ret.Officer W.M.Hackley
Baltimore Police

March 2, 2006

The Law Enforcement Prayer
by Dan Lovin

Our Father who art in Heaven
In a few minutes I will assume my daily beat.
Facing the unknown but being closer to Thee than ever before.
Hallowed be Thy name
Even in the face of death and crime, Thou art everywhere to guide me.
I will fear no evil.
Thy rod and Thy staff comfort me.
Thy will be done
Thy will, not mine shall be done.
Do not let me be selfish.
O Lord, if you choose to take me, let me die as a man in order that another man may live.
On earth as it is in Heaven
Let me be a guide here on earth to those who are misguided and lost.
Help me to help those who are in need of help in order that we all may be worthy of Thy Kingdom in Heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread
Especially those who live in poverty and misery
And forgive us our trespasses
I am a sinner. O Lord let me never forget that I am no better than my fellow men.
Let me never forget that by Thy grace I am on the right side of the law.
As we forgive those who trespass against us
Forgive those who despise me and the uniform which represents the law and order.
Forgive them for they do not know better.
I have forgiven them.
Lead us not into temptation
Make me strong for I am only human.
Deliver me from hate and jealousy and from wanting something I should not have in your eyes.
For thine is the kingdom and the power and glory
Let me be no judge or jury.
Let me be impartial.
Let me be just and fair.
Forever and ever, Amen.

J. Loahr #2755
Colorado Springs PD

March 2, 2006

Trooper Sperr--You are a hero. Our condolences to your family. Rest in peace, brother.

Detective Corporal Morgan
Park County Sheriff's Office--Colorado

March 2, 2006

to the family of Trooper Speer,

we didn't know your son, brother, family member but our hearts go out to you in this sad hour. Your son was a hero and you can be so proud of him.

parents of an Onondoga Co. ny deputy

March 2, 2006

When I heard the news of your passing, my heart ached, knowing my husband was off to work and my sister just returning. Thank you for your selfless hours and dedication to your job and to your life. Go rest now; you desreve it! I know you will be watching over the men and women in Gray.
To the Troopers of SP Horseheads and surrounding agencies: you will all be in our prayers.

Sister and Wife of NYS Troopers

March 2, 2006

Thank you for your service and dedication, Trooper Sperr.
May the Lord comfort your family and friends at this difficult time.

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God."
Matthew 5:9

Wife of a Deputy
SBSD, California

March 2, 2006