Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hi Scott

Well its one year since you were taken from us and its still just as raw. It was a beautiful day yesterday for the ride and the game...saw you flying around. When we stopped at the site where you were shot, it was so sad to see your family standing there - of course, I cried and at the game when they honored you and your partner - again, I cried. Im glad that they honored him, because without his bravery that creep might have gotten away.

I also wanted to say thanks for sending the yellow butterfly to me (almost perfectly intact)...I didnt realize it a first, but it was right after I asked you to watch over Smelly for me - a few days later there was the yellow butterfly just laying in the grass at the bottom of the steps - right where I would find it. I have it in my curio cabinet where I can see it every day.

And thanks for putting me in my place the other week at the golf tournament...Scott lost my keys on the golf course, my $150 key/remote combo keys....and you know me, Im flipping out like the world is ending and there you come - beelining for my head and flying all around me - I swear if I wouldnt have ducked that one time, you would have flown into me. It was like you were telling me to chill out, its just a key - life could be much worse. Thanks for the reminder and putting me in check.

Well, you know we all miss you terribly and wish things were different....keep sending us the signs and sending your family the strength they will need to get through the coming months....I hope that justice will be served!!

Miss ya!!
Cathleeeeeeeen

Cathy Hertzog
Friend/Neighbor

August 6, 2007

ONE YEAR TODAY OFFICER WERTZ. WE REMEMBER AND PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY. KEEP WATCH OVER THEM, AS WELL AS OUR OFFICERS ON THE BEAT STILL SERVING.

OFFICER WERTZ, NEVER FORGOTTEN.

JIM SWEENEY CIVILIAN NEW JERSEY
A FRIEND TO ALL PEACE OFFICERS

August 6, 2007

Well it's been a year and taken this long to write something because I haven't been able to till now. I still can't put what the last year has been like into words.. From our days of working in the warehouse togeher to the day I walked into SH's office and saw our new part timer that was getting his uniforms and it was you.. It had been years since we worked together in the warehouse till you started in SH but it was like we hadn't missed anytime hanging out.. Now today, one year after you were taken from us it is still hard to believe.. I had the pleasure of spending time over the last year with Trish, the boys and your in-laws, they are all great people..

Well since I am still having issues putting my thoughts into words I will just say you are greatly missed and always thought about..

Ofc. John Masciotti
Friend

August 6, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Wertz on the anniversary of his passing.
Another Hero taken too soon! May God comfort you all.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia

August 6, 2007

Well Scott.... there isn't anything to say other then we are so sad today. There aren't words to express how we feel. Spending yesterday with the people who care about you the most and reminiscing about you and each of us sharing one of our memories....
I got the pleasure of meeting Adam and they say that hopefully something good comes from something bad... well meeting him I consider one of the good things.
Adam you are truely a remarkable person I feel like I have gained a friend. You touched both Emiley and I with your story and when I said that you always will have a friend in us...I truely mean it... If you ever need anything you know where to find us.

Trish... I will tell you again how amazing I think you are. You show a strength that Im not quite sure where you get it from. If you ever need us we are here... Please know that

And Barb....You are the greatest mom !!! Trish is so fortunate to have you. And I feel lucky to call you a friend as well.

All our love to you Scott......

Kelley

Kelley
Friend

August 6, 2007

Thank you for your bravery, dedication and sacrifice. I hope and pray that in the year since your tragic murder the pain has lessened for your family a little bit. I want everyone to know that you will FOREVER be a hero and NEVER be forgotten. "Keep walking a beat on the Golden street until in Heaven one day we meet." God Bless you all.

SGT Mark, Retired
AR

August 6, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this first anniversary of your EOW. I know their pain and broken hearts as I my son's 3rd anniversary will be here in two days. To some it will seem just like yesterday that they heart your voice and laugh and saw your smile. To others it will feel like it was a lifetime ago that they last saw you. You are a true hero and heroes never die. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those still out on patrol. You will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

August 6, 2007

I heard a song on the radio today and thought of what Trish and your boys must be going through today.

When Your Gone--Avril Lavigne

I always needed time on my own
I never thought I'd need you there when I cried
And the days feel like years when I'm alone
And the bed where you lie
Is made up on your side

When you walk away
I count the steps that you take
Do you see how much I need you right now?

When you're gone
The pieces of my heart are missing you
When you're gone
The face I came to know is missing too
When you're gone
The words I need to hear to always get me through the day
And make it okay
I miss you

I've never felt this way before
Everything that I do
Reminds me of you
And the clothes you left
They lie on the floor
And they smell just like you
I love the things that you do

When you walk away
I count the steps that you take
Do you see how much I need you right now?

When you're gone
The pieces of my heart are missing you
When you're gone
The face I came to know is missing too
When you're gone
The words I need to hear to always get me through the day
And make it ok
I miss you

We were made for each other
Out here forever
I know we were
Yeah, yeah

And all I ever wanted was for you to know
Everything I do I give my heart and soul
I can hardly breathe I need to feel you here with me
Yeah

When you're gone
The pieces of my heart are missing you
When you're gone
The face I came to know is missing too
When you're gone
The words I need to hear will always get me through the day
And make it ok
I miss you

August 6, 2007

Thinking of you and your family today, Scott.

John

August 6, 2007

Hi Scott. Today is exactly one year since you left us and we miss you more then ever. I came in to work at 0300 and guess where I was assigned?? Trauma. It sent chills up my spine as if you were right there with me! I walked into the bay and it was empty, I felt a sense of ease though...thank you soo much...I had a chance to sit there and reflect...boy do I wish it had been empty a year ago! You are really, really missed Scott. I will continue to pray for your family and friends. Please continue to shower them with your memory and closeness, sweet angel...it helps them through every day.

Vaneeza RN
TRHMC

August 6, 2007

Hi #2 son

Well here it is one horrible year later and things are really not any easier. We all hope and pray for it to get easier but it isn't happening. There are very few times when we are talking about your memories that we don't end up crying. They are all happy memories and good times that we remember, but we will never have any more of those times and that is what is so hard to accept and is not fair that we were robbed of that. A lot of people say I give Trish the strength, but I think she is the one who gives me the strength when I see what she has all endured and the hand she was dealt. I do believe that you are the one who is giving everyone the strength we need to get through this life without you being here.

Remembering you is easy, we do it every day,
Missing you is the heartache, that never goes away.
If we could have a lifetime wish, a wish that would come true,
We'd pray to God with all our hearts, for yesterday and you

We love and miss you

Barb
Mother-in-law

August 6, 2007

Scott,
Today I wear the pin of your picture that Trish gave me on the 2006 ride, when people ask what it is, I tell them what I know about you and what happened that awful night a year ago... I wish that I had gotten the chance to know you. Please know that there is nothing I wouldn't do for your family.

Trish & family,
Stay strong and keep the good memories close.

Cameron Slone
Chesapeake PD/Police Unity Tour Chapter IV

August 6, 2007

365 days since i talked to you. the RIDE was great...RIP

JL
FRIEND

August 5, 2007

Thinking of you on the anniversary date and as you decompress from Kids Camp. We're lifting you up in prayer and sending a hug.

Allen and Mary VanHaute

Mary VanHaute

August 5, 2007

Scotty,
Today was not an easy day buddy, tommorrow I know will be worse, miss you my brother.

F.Fernandez
Miami, Fl.

August 5, 2007

Thinking of you on this One-Year Anniversary of such a horrific night for the RPD and your entire family! You will never be forgotten.

Hamburg resident

August 5, 2007

Scott,
Although we never met, I feel like I know so much about you reading the reflections of your friends and family. It was neat to see all the different people that came out to honor you. I hope to make Mike's next year. If you see him tell him I am sorry I didn't make it bro!

Please keep watch over your brother and sister officers and keep them safe.

A friend

August 5, 2007

Hi Scotty,

One year later--and it still doesnt seem real. The game today will not be the same without you. We are all really missing you, it just isnt getting any easier. We are constantly reminded of you or thinking of you.

Brooke Mish

Brooke Mish
Friend

August 5, 2007

Wertz/Schappell Families,

You are all still in my thoughts.

Jenn


When I Look To The Sky- Train

When it rains it pours and opens doors
And floods the floors we thought would always keep us safe and dry
And in the midst of sailing ships we sink our lips into the ones we love
That have to say goodbye

And as I float along this ocean
I can feel you like a notion that won't seem to let me go

Cause when I look to the sky something tells me you're here with me
And you make everything alright
And when I feel like I'm lost something tells me you're here with me
And I can always find my way when you are here

And every word I didn't say that caught up in some busy day
And every dance on the kitchen floor we didn't have before
And every sunset that we'll miss I'll wrap them all up in a kiss
And pick you up in all of this when I sail away

And as I float along this ocean
I can feel you like a notion that I hope will never leave

Cause when I look to the sky something tells me you're here with me
And you make everything alright
And when I feel like I'm lost something tells me you're here with me
And I can always find my way when you are here

Whether I am up or down or in or out or just plane overhead
Instead it just feels like it is impossible to fly
But with you I can spread my wings
to see me over everything that life may send me
When I am hoping it won't pass me by

And when I feel like there is no one that will ever know me
there you are to show me

Cause when I look to the sky something tells me you're here with me
And you make everything alright
And when I feel like I'm lost something tells me you're here with me
And I can always find my way when you are here

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

August 5, 2007

Hi #2 son

I can't believe it is one year already since you were robbed of your wonderful life and we were also robbed since you were taken from us. It just seems like yesterday. Some days are really tough that it really makes you wonder how you are ever going to get to the next day. We really miss your hearty laugh, your phone calls asking "Where's the boss and saying the birds are flying south, your loud voice and laugh letting us know you are around and most of all your wonderful smile. One could never ask for a more wonderful son-in-law then you were to us. Give us the strength to get through the next couple of days and after that we will need the strength to get through the end of Sept. and beginning of Oct.

We miss you terribly and will always love you.

Barb
mother-in-law

August 5, 2007

To the Family , Friends, and Brothers in Blue of Officer Scott Wertz,

As the year mark approaches...I just wanted to reach out and let you know we will never forget the ultimate sacrifice made by Officer Wertz. The loss of him is felt by everyone in the law enforcement community... A woman became a widow, children lost their Father, a family lost their son, and we all lost a HERO. WE WILL NEVER FORGET! May his spirit and good will live on forever. May GOD carry you through this nightmare, and may justice be served! When we were in DC for Police Week...I made it a point to touch his name and say a prayer...I am so sorry you are living through what every law enforcement family fears. Keep the faith. You are in our hearts and prayers...Donna

Wife of a Police Officer
Bethlehem Police Department, PA

August 4, 2007

Hi Scott,

I've been having a hard time lately with the Anniv. coming up of losing you. I pass by the police statue in City Park every day and say hello to you and Mike. I fix the wreath when it falls over and talk to you guys. I know Barry misses you, you know him, the strong silent type! I'm glad you have given him the gift of hearing your laughter, he misses that and I am so glad that is what he reflects on.
We were just in Key West at a Butterfly Conservatory.....they say it is "good luck" for a butterfly to land on you.....he was blessed twice(thanks for saying hi ti him)Thinking of you always and appreciating the "hellos" you send our way! Keep Barry safe foe me please and all the other men and women of your dept.

We love you,
Cathy

Cathy Rambo
Wife of RPD Officer

August 4, 2007

Your EOW anniversary is only two days away and there are many people thinking about where they were and what they were doing one year ago. They are reliving their last conversations with you and remembering you fondly. My heart goes out to the Wertz and Schappell families as well as your friends and co-workers who are hurting right now.

I'll be thinking of you Sunday when Jared throws the first pitch at the baseball game. It was just a few short years ago when I threw the pitch and you were the one who caught it. What a strange chain of events this has been. God willing, we will be the last of the families of fallen officers who will be throwing a ball in honor of your sacrifice.

God bless.

Denise L. Wise
Widow, Michael H. Wise, II EOW 6/5/04

August 4, 2007

Scott

I can't believe it is coming up on a year. Last year at this time Jim, Em and I were so looking forward to leaving for Canada on vacation. And I remember getting ready to leave and seeing Javi flying out of the neighborhood and saying to Jim hmm i wonder whats going on. He said maybe he's late for work.. haha and I said to him AT THIS TIME OF THE MORNING???
and we left and thought no more about it until Dale called and I will never ever forget the look on Jim's face. I know how heartwrenching that was for us I cannot even imagine what Trish went thru that morning.
We have gotten to become pretty close w/Jaybird and he and I talk about you often sometimes thru tears other times thru smiles.
We will be at the baseball game on Sunday and I hope I have the courage to talk to Trish I don't want to be the one to make her cry or say something wrong.

We love you Scott..... always will nothing will ever change that!!!!!!

your friends forever

Kelley, Jim and Emiley

kelley
friend

August 2, 2007

We will be riding in the second annual Officer Scott Wertz Memorial Ride Sunday, August 5, 2007 at 12:00 p.m.
Proceeds raised will benefit the Officer Scott A. Wertz Memorial Scholarship Funds. This is a way to honor our friend and make sure that Scott Wertz will never be forgotten.

T. T.
Friend

July 31, 2007