Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Melchionda may you Rest in Peace for making the ultimate sacrifice by giving your life to Protect the Citizens of Watchung. May God Bless you, your Family, Friends, and Brother Officers at Watchung PD.

Captain Jeff Thompson
Somerset County Sheriff's Office

March 10, 2006

rest in peace

Patrolman
Brush PD Colorado

March 10, 2006

From the first day I met you at the police academy I could tell you were an outstanding person. Your great personality and outgoing nature made people want to be around you. You are sorely missed by all who knew you. My prayers are with you and your family.
God has called you home, though much to early, you will forever live in our hearts.
Class 23-99 You are one of the Centuries Finest.

Officer Tom Wallace
Somerset County Sheriffs Office

March 10, 2006

To My Brother Officers AT The Watchung PD,

My prayers are with you in this time of great sorrow.

Sgt. John A. BArtolotta
Essex County Sheriff's Office

March 10, 2006

My heartfelt condolences to Lynn and Dave and my Watchung brothers. Matt you are now with god watching over us all. We will never forget the sacrifice that you made. May god bless you and your family and the Watchung Police Department.

Ptl. William Ives
Berkeley Heights PD

March 10, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the Watchung Police Department.

Fallen but never forgotten.

Bryan Laurie
Haltom City Police Texas

March 10, 2006

"If not but for the grace of God......."

Thankyou for caring enough Officer Melchiondia that you ultimatly gave your life for the freedoms we all take for granted.

My sincere condolences to family, friends and fellow members.

Go with God now brother. Be at peace mate.

Senior Constable of Police
South Australia Police

March 10, 2006

"not what we gain, but what we give, measures the worth of the life we live" -- unknown

Matthew, may you rest in peace brother.

Officer M. Flores
California Highway Patrol

March 10, 2006

From all the officers of the Branchburg Police Department, God Speed Officer Melchiondia.

Patrolman
Branchburg Twp PD (NJ)

March 10, 2006

I offer my deepest condolences to Officer Melchiondia's family during this difficult time. This HERO made the ultimate sacrifice. I pray for you all today and always!

Austin, TX Police Officer’s Wife

March 10, 2006

Our deepest sympathies go out to Matt's wife, brother and family. He was one of a kind.
Bound Brook PBA #380

Det. Kevin Rivenbark
Bound Brook Police Department

March 9, 2006

In Valor there is Hope. Rest in Peace, Brother
Policeman's 23rd Psalm

The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want,
His comforting hand reduces fear to naught;
He makes me walk through streets of crime,
But He gives me courage and peace of mind.

He leads me by still waters in the path I trod,
And He says in Romans I'm a "minister of God,"
He leads me in righteousness as He restores my soul,
For His name's sake He keeps me whole.

When I walk through death's valley, right up to the door,
I will fear no evil, for He comforts me more;
For Thou art with me every step of the way,
As thy rod and thy staff protect me each day.

He prepares a table, especially for me,
As I work daily among life's enemies;
He gives me authority to uphold the law,
And He anoints my position in the midst of it all.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me,
Each day of my life through eternity;
As I long to hear Him say, "Well done...,"
When I lay down my life, my badge, and my gun.

Author Unknown

P.O. Chris Welby
Bridgeton, Mo.

March 9, 2006

MAY GOD BLESS THIS FALLEN OFFICER FAMILY AND HIS DEPARTMENT.

DEPUTY SHERIFF ANDERSON
PUTNAM COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICE OF FLORIDA

March 9, 2006

May God Bless you bro, and your wife, family, and close friends. Rest in Peace brother

Lieutenant Al Quercia
East Brunswick Police

March 9, 2006

Rest in peace brother...god bless you and thank you for your service...

Trumansburg PD

March 9, 2006

I cry with you and your Police family.
Please know that God loves you so much that he will give new life after here.
I will pray for comfort for all of you. we will never forget!

wife of fallen officer EOW 1/9/05
Sgt. Howard Stevenson CPD

March 9, 2006

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of a loved one in law enforcement. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support. As we personally know, sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten.


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

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

March 9, 2006

My prayers and concerns go out to Officer Melchionida's family and friends. May God Bless his family, and heal the pain of his loss.

Prayers and Concerns from NC,
Officer J.M. Shrader
Kannapolis Police Department

Police Officer/ J.M. Shrader
Kannapolis Police Department/ Kannapolis, NC

March 9, 2006

On behalf of the men and women of the Bridgewater Twp Police Department, we would like to extend our sorrow to the family and friends of Officer Matthew Melchiondia. God bless Officer Melchiondia, his family and the Watchung Police Department.

Officer
Bridgewater Twp Police Department

March 9, 2006

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

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

March 9, 2006

I have been Matt's friend for few years now and his tragedy has struck hard and I m still thinking this is all just a bad nightmare. He was a great classmate, friend and brother. Somone who could always make you smile regardless of what the situation was, always had words of encouragement and comfort. If you ever needed anything Matt was the person that would be there waiting to offer his help and shoulder to lean on. Matt was full of life and as I know him, he was eager to always do good, stay motivated, keep positive attitude and outlook on life. Nothing could ever bring Matthew down. He will be missed and my prayers and thoughts are with his family at this time of grief. God Bless

Officer Rakovic
Somerset County Sheriffs Office

March 9, 2006

May God give strength to Matt's wife, brother, family, and fellow Watchung Police Officers. You are all in our prayers.

Trooper
New Jersey State Police

March 9, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Officer Melchiondia. I am very sorry that you must walk this painful journey. Rest in peace, Officer Melchiondia. You will not be forgotten.

Mary Kay Balchunas
Mother of Jay Balchunas, EOW 11/5/04

March 9, 2006

God be with all those who knew and loved you.

Thank you hero.

Say hi to Pete for us.

LEO Fiancee and friend of Peter Grignon EOW 3/23/05

March 9, 2006

May God Bless the Peacekeepers and their families. Thank you, Officer Melchiondia, for keeping US safe. Rest in the arms of the Angels. Godspeed.

LISA
Georgia Civilian

March 9, 2006