Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Corporal Severns,
Though your death is a tragedy, you died a hero's death, laying down your life for another. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten, and your actins exemplify the attributes of bravery, courage, and honor that we all strive to achieve. You are a role-model whose brave sacrifice and valiant actions will always be remembered. The watch is ours now, brother, and we can only hope to live-up to the high standards you lived by. Our condolences to your family and the brave men and women of the South Bend Police Department. Rest in peace, brother!

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

April 25, 2006

You are a true hero, taking action against someone else says the world of you and your bravery. Watch over us up there, as you have watched over so many. God will bless you and your family.

Dedication, Fidelity, Wisdom, and Courage

Master Police Officer G.J. Fleming
High Point Police Department, NC

April 25, 2006

To the family of Scott Severns, our thoughts and prayers are with you in these days to come and may the hand of the Lord touch you and help you through these valleys.
Scott gave the supreme sacrifice and is being rewarded for that and thank you for sharing your son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to help to keep the streets of our community (and neighboring communities) safe.
God bless you...

The Johnson Family
Mishawaka, IN resident

April 25, 2006

My condolences to the family and friends of Corporal Severns. You are a true hero and one who will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace.

Kelly & Nate Kaminskas
Citizens of South Bend

April 25, 2006

John 15:12-13 This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you. Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.

April 25, 2006

Although I never had the privilege of knowing you, my husband played baseball with you when you both were young boys. He tearfully recalled the day you hit a home run off him and said you were one of the nicest guys he knew. My deepest sympathies to your family and the family of police officers. May you rest in peace.

Tricia Grantham
Osceola Resident

April 25, 2006

Sev was a true Superman. There isn't one memory or thought that I have that doesn't bring a smile to my face or make me laugh out loud. He was on the job 24/7, the most dedicated man I've known. We had many talks about who had the best job in the world, he insisted it was him. Always talking about how much he loved it, all of it! He was a force, an unbelievable, irreplaceable force in life. He will be truly missed by everyone. He will always be Superman in my mind and in my heart. I love you Sev.

friend

April 25, 2006

First let me say how very sorry we are for the loss of scott. My family does not live far from where scott was shot and when I heard about this I was shocked it happened and so close to where I live we have to young children and the thought of this happening and so close by really scared me I stayed up all night out of fear for my family if they would be driving around and more gunshots and people hurt I did not personally know scott but I'am very grateful for his life and service to protecting the community. To my family scott well always be a hero our thoughts and prayers are with the family of scott and the police deptment as they grieve this loss.
May God bless and keep all of you close to his heart.

The Wilson Family
resident of South Bend Indiana

April 25, 2006

Scott,

You have been an inspiration to us all, providing a true representation of courage under fire. May the good Lord bless you and keep you, and we will never forget you.

Corporal Keenan Lane
South Bend Police Department

April 25, 2006

It is for the SHEEPDOG to confront the WOLF when he attacks the flock. Thanks for having been one of the SHEEPDOGS! BRAVO ZULU, WELL DONE!

EWC John M. Mumper
USNR (Ret.)

April 25, 2006

Corporal Severns was not only being a cop, but he was being a friend as well. He showed more concern for his friend than for himself and that is the number one definition of a hero.

God Bless and Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

April 25, 2006

While I did not know Cpl. Severns my deepest sympathies are extended to his family during this time of sadness and mourning.

While the present moment brings pain in the way that Cpl. Severns lost his life fulfilling his duty so bravely, in time it will be that all those who knew him will fondly remember all the joy and happiness he brought to so many and those who were enriched by his far to brief time on this earth.

I am sure that the South Bend community was a far greater, and safer place with Cpl. Severns on patrol and will no doubt celebrate everything that he was about in the coming days. The South Bend Police Dept. may have lost a dear colleague and friend, but we have gained another angel to protect over us all.

Michael Brooks
FBI Academy, Quantico, VA

April 25, 2006

Sad day for all of us when another brother is lost.

Chuck Robertson, Forensic Specialist
San Bernardino County Sheriff

April 25, 2006

a true hero you are sir your actions show the dedication you had for the job. may you rest in peace and God bless you and your family

P.O. Suroviak #105
lynwood IL PD.

April 25, 2006

As a local restaurant owner, I see my share of familiar faces. Many of whom are local law enforcement members. I had the pleasure of meeting Officer Severns in lighter times when he the others came in for lunch some time ago. If it weren't for the work of the brave men and women like yourself, people like me would not be able to open our doors each day. I would like to thank you for your service to this community. Rest in Peace.. you will not be forgotten.

Andrew Lee
Owner, Canton House Restaurant

April 25, 2006

I would like to send my condolences to the family and friends of Corporal Scott Stevens and to the South Bend PD.

There is no greater calling than to serve your fellow men. There is no greater contribution than to help the weak. There is no greater satisfaction than to have done it well.

Russell Marburger, Investigator
Travis County Sheriff's Office (Austin, Texas)

April 25, 2006

Even though I don't know Officer Severns I've shed my fair share of tears. As information became known to the public the respect for Scott has increased tenfold with each shred of info I hear about him. To Scott's family I'm sorry for your loss and pray that God gives you the shoulder you need to lean on during this time.

Your son was a blessing and set an example for many police officers and left a large set of shoes to be filled. His time was to short but he won't be forgoten

-Clover Street Resident-

April 25, 2006

Heros live forever and although you are gone from this life, your spirit will live on forever in the hearts and souls you have touched along the way. Rest in peace brother.

Patrolman
Auburn Police Department

April 25, 2006

South Bend has lost one of its most beloved sons. By reading the reflections that have been left it is obvious that you were a great friend, cop and all around person. You will be missed. My prayers go out to your family, friends and the SBPD. Rest in peace Scott and watch over all of your brothers in blue. They are all mourning your loss. I will always pray for the unsung heroes that walk that thin blue line.
Our community has truly suffered an injustice. We can only hope that justice will be served and the criminal will pay. Our judicial system needs to make these people held accountable for their actions. It is pretty sad that a man intentionally took your life and does not even have the possiblity of facing the death penalty. He was old enough to carry a gun and make the choice to shoot you but not old enough to pay the same price you did.

Paula Laskowski
Graduate of Citizens Police Academy

April 25, 2006

SCOTT I MET YOU FOR THE FIRST TIME AT A WEDDING LAST YEAR AND YOU SEEMED LIKE THE PERSON THAT EVERYONE TOLD ME ABOUT . SO FULL OF LIFE AND FUNNY AND SO MUCH LIKE YOUR DAD I JUST WISH I WOULD OF KNOWN YOU A LITTLE BETTER BUT I KNOW YOU DAD AND JEANIE AND WHAT I HAVE HEARD ABOUT YOU FROM THEM IS VERY TRUE YOU ARE A VERY SPECIAL PERSON AND I KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN A VERY PLACE MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME OF LOSS GOD BLESS YOU

karen mittleman
friend of family

April 25, 2006

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"

Rest in Peace Brother, we have the watch from here.

Patrolman
Hampton Police Division

April 25, 2006

You, your family and your friends are in my prayers!!

April 25, 2006

Scott,

You, and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You really did make the ultimate sacrafice and will forever be remembered as a true hero. Thank you for you contributions to our community, and for doing an amazing job of keeping us safe. Rest in peace Scott... you will be forever missed.

Kristen Sikorski
Granddaughter & Daughter of SB police officer

April 25, 2006

Rest in peace, Scott and thank you for your years of service. May your family and the family of the South Bend Police Department feel God's presence as they celebrate your life.

Karen Johnson
Former South Bend Resident

April 25, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your brother and sisters now will lead the way. May you rest in peace.

Officer Scott Shaginaw
Highland Police Department

April 25, 2006