Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I was reminiscing the other day about old co-workers at Canadian tire and Marcus was one of the first people to come up, always associated with a funny story and big smile. He would always ask the question to anyone that would come in for auto parts..."will it spin the tires". I even remember borrowing his truck one day and as he handed me the keys he siad "I don't even let my mother drive my truck" He had a good heart then and even though I lost contact all those years ago it looks like he never changed. My respects to his family, friends, co-workers and the community he worked hard at serving.

Derek Stephenson
Old Co-worker

September 11, 2007

Officers Stiles, I miss you and Officers Wells, everyday more and more, everyone in the entire department misses you and Officers Wells. What did you and him called your shift the A-team. The A-Team is really missed.
I know your on another assignment and that is to watch over us. Heaven Officers, My ANGELS".

Corporal Thelma Lewis
Moncks Corner Police Department

August 19, 2007

Dear Marcus's Family:

I only wish on March 25 my hands that laid on your son could have done more for him. I wish there was more to say and more we all could of done. Thank you for giving us the chance to know your son. And thank you for giving me the the peace of mind when you your family thanked me for what I did. Although I never thought I did enough. Only wish I could heal your pain, and know that you are in my thoughts everyday.

Love,
Sarah Klaren
BCEMS, Paramedic Responding

Paramedic Sarah Klaren
Berkeley County EMS

August 9, 2007

Officer Stiles,
I miss you and think of you and Officer Wells everyday.

Corporal Lewis
Moncks Corner Police Department

August 8, 2007

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept.

July 10, 2007

HEY BROTHER, I REMEMBER THAT DAY WHEN I GOT A CALL FROM A FRIEND AND HE ASKED ME WHAT WAS GOING ON IN MONCKS CORNER. HE SAID THE COPS WERE EVERYWHERE. I CALLED A FEW PEOPLE AND NO ONE KNEW WHAT WAS GOING ON. A FEW HOURS LATER RYAN CALLED ME AND TOLD ME TO GET TO TRIDENT HOSPITAL BUT HE WOULD NOT TELL ME WHY. HE MET ME IN THE PARKING LOT AND TOLD ME THAT YOU WERE IN THERE. YOU WILL TRUELY BE MISSED. YOU MADE A HUGE IMPACT ON THE COMMUNITY. I WILL BE SEEING YOU AGAIN ONE DAY.

OFFICER BROOKS BARLOW
DORCHESTER COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE, FRIEND

June 29, 2007

Thank you for your service.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

May 16, 2007

Marcus,
I am sorry it took me so long to put anything down. The only thing that is in my head is when I seen you last. I remember the first day you had the interview with the Chief. I asked who is that with the long hair? After spending time with on shift, I could see you becoming a good cop. I enjoyed joking with you and you also knew how to take care of business. I am so sorry this happen to you. When I keep playing it over in my head, why this person would due such a thing? You are a good man Marcus I know that god has a special place for you next to him. You will be missed and never forgotten. See you again some day brother. WCF1*

Trooper W.C. Fawcett
SCHP/Moncks Corner P.D.

May 15, 2007

Rest in Peace brother! Heart felt condolence to your family!

Officer Matt Lyons
Oceanside, CA PD

May 13, 2007

You gave the ultimate sacrafice while serving and protecting the community. Watch over the rest of us as we work to make this world a safer place to live. God bless you and your family, you will not be forgotten.

Deputy Mary B. Syson
King County Sheriffs Department

May 8, 2007

It's almost like it isn't real. I shouldn't be writing this right now, but the lord decided differently. So many words come to mind when I think of you: thoughtful, selfless, hero, and legend. Your career as a police officer was cut short, but I know you were headed to the top. I'll remember you for more than that. The guy who told me to "tighten up", didn't hestitate to jam the finger, and loved to rip gears with the best of them. I thank you for the memories that will never be forgotten. We will meet again one day, but rest assured until then I'll keep spinnin my wheels...

a close friend

May 3, 2007

To the Stiles family and Brandy,
You loss is that of the greatest one that anyone could possibly suffer. I want to let you know I will never forget him either. I nevr had the opportunity to meet him, but I have friends that were very close to him and Brandy and everything I learned from them made me feel cheated that I never knew him. I will always think of you Marcus when I am in Moncks Corner and I will never forget those hours of vigil at your bedside all of the other officers and friends waiting and praying. I was there because Iwork at the hospital and I too was hopong that some how we could pull of another miracle in the world of medicine,but that was not to be. I am forever sorry that even though we worked so hard and thought we had you back we did not. But Oh how we wished........ I hope I never have to see another tradgedy like this again in my career. You just never think that you will see the horrible outcome of a person that was crazy and hateful to a police officer. God Bless you Marcus my you rest in peace and to your family you are thought of and loved.

May 2, 2007

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Corporal Marcus Stiles,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Marcus. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that 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 for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Corporal Marcus Stiles is a hero.

Respectfully,

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

April 27, 2007

Two very brave and courageous men who entered the unknown on that day have given their lives for their community. They made the ultimate sacrifice. May the memory of your service, heroism and sacrifice remain forever. May God bless you and your family. AC

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police

April 27, 2007

OffIcer Stiles, I miss you so much, Moncks Corner Police Department really misses you a lot. I really miss you looking over me and making sure that I Was okay. Officers Stiles, I know you and Officers Wells, are still looking down over me.I miss you buddy"

Corporal Thelma Lewis
Moncks Corner Police Department

April 25, 2007

Corporal Stiles, thank you for serving, my brother in blue. You were a close friend to several people that I know down in Moncks Corner, and my prayers are with your family, friends, and fellow officers of the MCPD.

Officer Zachary Taylor
Batesburg-Leesville Police Department

April 24, 2007

MARCUS YOU ARE A HERO TO ALL OF US.

April 22, 2007

Hey babe...I miss you so much...I just keep remembering everything that we had fun doing. I still remember the day I came home and you were actually cooking for me!!! I remember the week before everything happened and the question that you asked, the answer was YES! Our relationship (even though torn at times) was the best. I will meet you again one day, when that happens we will finish what we started...I'm sorry for making you worry about me all the time...with all my love Marcus!!! I LOVE YOU!

Brandy Tuttle
Marcus' Girlfriend

April 19, 2007

Well, we fought like hell all our lives, u on the right side of the tracks me on the wrong.The promises i made to you i WILL keep, of that i have no doubt. I feel u watching me constantly, waitting to put your size 13s up my, well, u know. All i can say is i love you so much, and that if no one else can see the change, i really don't care, u can. I miss all the stupid stuff u did, and it sucks that i'll have to fly kites in the hurricans with tyshaun instead of u. i'm scared of storms. u, u had no fear, none. I'm so proud of u. my turn to make u proud. one love big bother, see you when i get home.xox

katie stiles
marcus' sister

April 17, 2007

I am praying God comforts each friend and family member of Corporal Stiles, and those of Moncks Corner PD. My heart aches for you as I share in the pain of losing two of my own brothers in blue. May God give each of you peace and understanding and God bless Moncks Corner.

Karyn
CMPD, Charlotte

April 17, 2007

I remember Corporal Stiles from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy. We graduated together on December 9th 2005 after nine weeks of basic law training. I will always remember Marcus as a well reserved individual who always worked hard and never complained. I can honestly say from the bottom of my heart that the world is less of a place without Marcus Stiles. May peace now be with you my brother. You will always be remembered.

P.O. Matthew L. Cox
Conway Police Department, Conway, SC

April 16, 2007

I miss you sooo much. Its not right that this happend to you. Im trying to be strong for Evan. But I know you can see its hard for me. Everyone misses you very much. You ment the world to all of us. I hope one day we get to meet up again. I love and miss you so much. Remember what I said to you in the hospital, please be the for Evan, he needs an angel, keep him safe. I love you. I miss you. Bye.

Victoria Stiles
marcus's lil sister

April 14, 2007

Marcus Stiles all I can say is "JOB WELL DONE". You was the type of person I would see riding with my daddy . And you would have a big simle on your face. That lit up the hole place, and one that said I am proud to be protecting my city.Words can not express how greatful I am to know you. All my daddy would talk about was his buddy Marcus Stiles, and how such a good man he was. And you showed every man,women,child, that you really the sweetist person you coud every meet. And that just put a smile on everybody face. God set his records on high. He choose a good one to take control in Heaven. You will Alway and Forever be Miss.
LOVE YOU!!!!!!

DeJa
Officer Wells Daughter

April 13, 2007

Corporol Stiles, I miss you so much daily, Moncks Corner Police dept will never be the same without you.
I remember your smile friday when you responded to my scene just to check on me, I know you and Officer wells, are watching over me. I miss you buddy"

Detective: Thelma Lewis
Moncks Corner Police Dept

April 12, 2007

Marcus, you were a great officer and one of my closest friends. You are and will continue to be greatly missed. I will never forget the memories; love you...

Lisa Steele, Victim Advocate
Moncks Corner Police Department

April 12, 2007