Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Corporal Scott Stevens, his good deeds to his community and country will always be remembered. May God bless you.

Chief Ferrell J. Stewart
Cooter, MO Police Department

April 24, 2006

Scott - You served well and showed others the meaning of the word "courage". Your example will live forever in our hearts.
My heart goes out to your father Denny, with whom I served my police career and the other members of your family.
May God Bless You, Scott and you find Peace in Heaven.

Cpl. Stuart Wolfarth - Retired
South Bend Police Dept

April 24, 2006

Again, tragedy has darkened the doorstep of our community. Our brotherhood of police and firemen know more than anyone that each day may be our last. We can only hope that if we die this day, we may do so knowing that we have done our best for others and shown what true honor and courage are. Scott Severns's death has come far too early, and his fellow brothers in both services, myself included, grieve for him and pray for his family in their hour of need. If there is any light in this dark time, though, it is that Scott has proven of himself what many of us only say we could do. He has proven himself honarable, courageous, and above all - a hero. Thank you, Scott, for your service and selfless sacrifice for others. May God bless you, your family, and your many friends. Goodbye, brother.

Eric Nichols
Clay Fire Territory

April 24, 2006

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and co-workers of Corporal Scott Severns. You're in our thoughts and prayers during this diificult time. May God give you the strength to carry on and help heal your hearts. May you find comfort in those around you. I'd like to express my gratitude to all the brave men & women in law enforcement who continue to do their jobs protecting those in their communities everyday.
Rest In Peace, Corporal Severns.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2-16-04

April 24, 2006

"Severn" You will be missed! Even by the bad guys who loved to hate us so much, you will be missed.
I feel relieved to know that you and Bull are now looking down at all of us with a Corona in hand toasting the olden days. Love you brother see when my time is done.

C. Bair
South Bend Police

April 24, 2006

The community of South Bend and the police department lost an irreplaceable asset. I lost my best friend and partner at work. Scott you are a great police officer, true hero, and a great friend. You touched the lives of so many. I love you and will never forget you. Your friend, Tim Huff

Cpl. Timothy D. Huff
South Bend Police

April 24, 2006

It is a very sad day for our community, and we mourn the loss of a great cop. You are a true hero! You made the ultimate sacrifice, giving your life helping others and that selfless act of courage will never, ever be forgotten. God Bless You Scott Severns, you will be missed by all.

Joanie Peterson
Citizen

April 24, 2006

Hero and Warrior!....

April 24, 2006

"Sev's Final Inspection"

Severns stood and faced his God.
Which must always come to pass.
Sev hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

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

Sev squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
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 just got too steep.

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

I know that 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've never expected or had too much,
But if you don't...I'll understand.

There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod
As Sev waited quiety,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, Corporal Scott Severns.
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell."

"Of the 100 who make it, only 1 is a Warrior." Sev-Dog you are a Warrior, you did it Right! I'll see you again.

2078
South Bend SWAT Brother and Friend

April 24, 2006

Rest in peace Brother, you are a true warrior and Hero. There is no greater good than he who lays his life down for a friend. Your hard work and selfless sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Adam Ferguson
West Lafayette Police Department

April 24, 2006

I used to live in South Bend....I also have a very good friend who is an officer with the SBPD....
My heart goes out to the family....I am so sorry!!
Let it be known he truly was a HERO!!
Just like all the SBPD officers are my HERO's....

Rest in peace dear Scott....all the hurt is gone now....
and God Bless You....and your family

Sincerely,
Cassie from Spindale, N.C.

Cassie Szymanski
Friend of Dad (from way back)

April 24, 2006

My deepest sympathy to Scott's family. I have nothing but great memories of Scott. I am sure he will be greatly missed. Sincerely, Melissa

Melissa Stanchin Whiteman
Friend

April 24, 2006

You are a true Hero. Thank you for all that you have done and rest assured that we will take it from here.

Officer L. Madore
New Bern PD

April 24, 2006

THE FINAL INSPECTION

The patrolman stood before his god,
which must always come to pass.
He hopes his boots were shining,
as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now patrolman,
how shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek,
to my church been true"?

The patrolman squared his shoulders,
and said "No , Sir, I ain't,
because them that carry badges,
don't always act like saints."

"I had to work most Sundays,
and my language I know was rough,
and sometimes, Sir, I've been violent,
because the streets are awful rough."

"But I never took a single dime,
that wasn't mine to keep,
though I worked a bunch of extra jobs,
when the bills just got too deep."

"And I never passed a cry for help,
though sometimes I shook with fear,
and sometimes, Sir, forgive me,
I cried unmanly tears."

"I know I don't deserve a place
among the gentle people that I served-
they never wanted me around
but when they were scared or hurt."

"If you have a place for me,
it don't have to be real grand,
I never expected much or had too much,
but if you don't , I'll understand."

There was silence then at the throne
where the saints had often throd,
as the patrolman waited patiently,
for the judgement of his god.

"Step forward now patrolman,
you've carried your burden well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets-
You've done your time in hell"

Scott, you will be missed dearly you were a great guy!

Rebecca Torres SJCP

Rebecca Torres
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY POLICE

April 24, 2006

There is not enough time to describe what type of person Scott is. I never met a harder working person in all my life. Scott started work every morning with his bagle and peanut butter. From that point on he was 150% all about work until late at night. Scott and allways be 100% cop. It is a privalidge for me to work with Scott and he will be deeply missed by myself and my family.

Sgt. Eric D. Kaser
Metro Special Operations (St. Joe County)

April 24, 2006

Once again the Thin Blue line has been made smaller. Cpl Severns served the citizens of South Bend Indiana with Honor. Another hero will take his place one day soon,,And he will be guided by the light from above,,,,held by Cpl Severn.My prayers to the Family and co-workers of an American hero,,selfless and devoted.God Bless Sir!

Officer Thomas Wiederhold #1890
Fort Worth Police,Tx

April 24, 2006

God Bless Corporal Scott Severns, his family and friends, and the South Bend Police Department

Cpl Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Traffic Unit

April 24, 2006

May you continue to keep watch over your family, friends, and co-workers from above during this difficult time.

Jennifer Aaron
Wife of Ofc. Duke G. Aaron, III (EOW 07/20/04)

April 24, 2006

Everyone in the South Bend community is blessed to have outstanding young people like Corporal Scott Severns commit themselves to making our community a safe place to live. His tragic death should be a reminder to all of us how fortunate we are to have had Scott Severns preserve and protect us.

Duke Jones
1st Source Bank

April 24, 2006

When the news came to us here in Fishers, IN. that Scott had been shot, my heart stopped for a moment. In that specific moment I instantly prayed for him. I prayed for his family and for you, his police family. My mind began to race and I thought "Oh, Dear God...Not Again"! Then we got the news....Corporal Scott Severns did not win this battle. Again, my heart stopped for a moment. In that specific moment I reflected on South Bend and living there for many years. It is amazing what the South Bend Police Department has gone through in the past few years.

It is time to be the strong brotherhood that you are. Lean on each other, stand tall and proud! Hold your head high!

Corporal Scott Severns stood tall and proud, he did what came natural to him....even off duty he stood between crime and a citizen. He is a true hero!

May God be with you, Scott.

Rest in peace.

Mrs. Marie Pyle (Dave)
Police Officer's Wife

April 24, 2006

As a neighbor I saw Scott on more leisurely terms. Just last weekend my wife, my daughter and I were out in the front yard and it was a simple wave hello from a couple doors down that acknowledged our shared appreciation for the warmer weather. Better weather would allow us to run into each other more frequently as Scott would keep fit by regularly jogging and walking his dog. He’d stop by the end of the drive, if only for a moment, and exchange a thought or two. He always offered a smile and a kind word. My family will miss him.

Dave Barkley
neighbor

April 24, 2006

Scott,

The entire staff at Maxi's sends our deepest condolences to you, the department, the friends and family. It was always a joy to see your smiling face enter our establishment. You were always a gentleman and we will all miss you dearly. Thank you for being a true hero and for making the ultimate sacrifice. You were one of the best and again, we will miss you dearly.

God Bless You and your entire family.

The Maxi's Staff

Maxi's Barn Staff

April 24, 2006

May God be your strength and help to guide you through this tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

A Police Officer's Wife

April 24, 2006

May you rest safely in the arms of our dear Lord and Savior. Thank you Corporal Severns For giveing your life to protect the lifes of others. You are a man of God and oyu will always be remebered as a Hero.

Dan Korp
Indiana EMS

April 24, 2006

"People live life with the intent to arrive at the end in a pretty and well preserved package. Police officers skid on broadside, arrive thouroghly used up, and loudly proclaiming 'Wow, What a ride!'" Unknown

While I never had the privilege of meeting Scott, I do remember his father; a kind man and a quality police officer. As Scott was a third generation officer, I'm sure he was of the same fine caliber.

My heart aches for Scott's family, his friends, and his brothers and sisters in law enforcement; for cops, the particular pain of losing a fellow officer is one that cannot be easily described and is not shared by those outside the thin blue line.

Rest in peace, Scott. You have joined Randy, Paul, and many others who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Kim Bowerman Villere
Former SBPD, PN 446

Kim Bowerman Villere
Former SBPD officer

April 24, 2006