Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Every day on my way to work, I pass the sign memorializing you and think how sad and needless your death was; you guys are out on the roads to help us. The only thing I can do is to drive in a manner that doesn't goad other people into driving faster. Actions have consequences.

Mike Dial, civilian

February 16, 2008

Scott,

Just wanted you to know, I am thinking about you and miss you.

Rick

Pfc. R.J. Cumby
HCPD

January 27, 2008

scott,

I still can't believe you are gone. Tracy, your mom and dad and brother are all hanging in there, some days by a thread. Same with all your friends and extended family. I know you are keeping a close eye on all of us, we really need it. And we are trying our best, especialy Kristin and Aaron, to keep a close eye on Tracy. I know you would have done the same for them, you were so wonderful with all of us when we went through all that with Kristin and Kaleigh. Everyone has so many happy memories of you, especially that laugh!!! I just read that when you find a penny on the ground, it is from angels, letting loved ones know they miss them and are thinking of them. We will be looking for some pennies!!!

We love and miss you.

Janice

janice
friend

January 7, 2008

Scott,
Even though the New Years Eve that you proposed to me at Aaron and Kristin's house wasn't our "official" anniversary, you always made a point to take off of work to be with me. Last night wasn't the same without you, and never will be. Well, I thought it would only be right to be where we had a lot of great New Years Eve's together, and we lit off some pretty big fireworks in memory of you. You would have been loving it, and I would have probably been yelling at you to be careful. It is a New Year, but I will never stop loving you. ~Forever Wheeler~

Tracy
Wife

January 1, 2008

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Everytime I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Corporal Wheeler. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Scott, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Scott's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Scott's life was about so much more than the way he died. Scott will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Corporal Wheeler, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been almost five years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Surviving Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

December 26, 2007

Scotty,

I'm sittin over here at Dobbin working and I was thinkin about ya. You used to sit here alot. So many little things that remind us all of you. Its still really hard to believe your gone. Really miss ya. I remember the last time I saw you. It was the night before the accident. I was working and came to the AMC Theatre at the end of my shift. I remember you coming over and you were laughing like always. You said to me, better get home soon cuz its gettin dark outside. Then you said nightshift is for the big boys and not little girls. We laughed and made fun of each other. I never thought it would be the last time I'd get to see you. I'm thankful to GOD for allowing me the opportunity to get to know you.....

You were a brother a friend and a wonderful police officer....I miss you makin fun of me...I miss workin with ya because it was always a funny experience...Thinking of you always brings a tear but ends with a smile because I can always remember so many funny crazy things you did, and who can forget that laugh of yours....Keep lookin out for us from up there...Tracy and the Family.....Thank You so much for Scotty......and my prayers are with you guys...

PFC R. SHAMS
HCPD

December 25, 2007

Rest in Peace our brother in BLUE. You will never be forgotten.

Patrol Officer
Bloomington PD, MN

December 25, 2007

well what can I say about scott there are so many things I guess first I loved his laugh it would just put a smile on everyones face speaking of smiles scott would always have a smile which would just brighten the room. He was always caring of me, I loved how he loved the raiders and everytime they score he would play ac/dc it was so funny. Well scott is just that type of guy loving, caring, and friendly. He was a loving husband, a good son, a good brother, and a true friend. REST IN PEACE SCOTT WE LOVE YOU!

joey and mindy hart
a friend

joey hart
friend

December 7, 2007

well what can I say about scott there are so many things I guess first I loved his laugh it would just put a smile on everyones face speaking of smiles scott would always have a smile which would just brighten the room. He was always caring of me, I loved how he loved the raiders and everytime they score he would play ac/dc it was so funny. Well scott is just that type of guy loving, caring, and friendly. He was a loving husband, a good son, a good brother, and a true friend. REST IN PEACE SCOTT WE LOVE YOU!we will alwayz think of you scott you are in are thoughts and prays

joey hart
friend

December 1, 2007

Scott, it's still tough ... I think about you everyday .. Every work day I look at your mailbox and pause ... you're forever missed.

HCPD

November 30, 2007

Scott,You had brightened our lives so much.We often think of you and pray that Tracie and your family are safe and well.We also remember all the good times that we shared together.You are surly missed by us,but you will always be here in our minds and hearts.Thanks for all that you have done to make this world a better place for us.

Lee & Sharon
Friends

November 30, 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., Columbia, SC

November 12, 2007

Every few weeks I log on here to write something but am never sure what to write. I did not know you but I have gotten to know Tracy. She is such a strong woman and I admire her so much. You are so missed by the whole Howard County Police family. Not a day goes by that we don't think of you. I know you and Luke are keeping an eye on Howard County!

Carrie
Wife of HCPD

November 8, 2007

Dear Tracy

I met you at the MD COPS retreat 2 weekends ago in OC. You and I have both lost loved ones this year (my brother was a cop in NH EOW 5/11/07) and I am sorry we have this in common. I thought the retreat was so powerful, as it gave me one more small step towards closure and I hope it did the same for you. I am sure we will see each other in D.C in May. Pay it forward each and every day. It makes a world of difference and feels good!

Meggen

Meggen McKay Payerle
Sister of Slain Officer Bruce McKay

November 5, 2007

Scott,

I am sorry to say that I did not know you. I was pretty new on that tragic day. I have a lot of friends in the police family that were very close to you and there is not a day that goes by that one of them does not mention your name. We worked out of southern for 2 months while they renovated our center and I had to drive by where your accident was every day. I wanted to cry every time I saw the corss. It would have been nice to meet you if your were still here because from the sounds of it you were such a great guy. I am sure we would have found you in dispatch joking around with us!

I had the pleasure of meeting your wife and I did not know what to say to her but she she made it so easy. I could see why you fell in love with her because she was just the kind of person you would want to love. I pray for her and your family every day. Tracy and your family are being well looked after by everyone in your police family. They are keeping your memory very alive for them. I only wish I had met you. This tragic lose has made me realize how much I love working for the Howard County Police family. Everyone truly looks after each other. Rest in peace...........your brothers got it covered down here.

Communications Dispatcher
Howard County Police

October 30, 2007

Scotty,

We brought home our baby boy today. In your memory he arrived at our house in full Oakland Raiders apparel. I just thought you would get a kick out of that. The entire platoon still misses you and we know that work will never be the same. We still share stories about the good times we had and that keeps us laughing (I'm sure you're laughing with us).

Pfc. Jason A. DiCerbo
Howard County Police Department

October 27, 2007

Scott,

The hurt is still there, it is just easier to talk about .... you are truly missed.

PFC. Joe Baran (retired)
HCPD

Pfc. Joe Baran (retired)
HCPD

October 26, 2007

I still can't beleive that you are not coming home. Why did this happen? I miss you so much Scott. I struggle to find strength to make it through each day without you. Despite how difficult your death has been to deal with, you would be so proud and honored to know about all of the support that I have gotten from our friends and from the Police Dept. They have been so great, and I don't think I could have gotten this far without them. I know that you always wanted the best for me. You worked so hard to make sure of that. So for that sake, I am trying to keep my head up and to be strong for your parents. I am going to Oakland next week, it won't be the same without you, but then again nothing is the same without you. I miss you so much...I Love you xoxoxo

Tracy Wheeler
Wife

October 23, 2007

everyday i pass your picture in the hallway. I pray every day and night when i come in that everyone on the radio today all of the officers get to go home to their loved ones. I never met you in person, only on the radio, but I know your watching all of your brothers at Howard County Police Department.....

friend behind the radio
Communications

October 5, 2007

I wrote to you when everything first happened and I dont remember it....I am going to try this again. I can't believe it has been three months today. Some days it feels like forever and others it feels like yesterday. Where to start...I think about you everyday! I can't believe your not here. Your a GREAT FRIEND and you will be MISSED soooo much! Thanks for EVERYTHING you did for us. You had the biggest heart ever! When Kaleigh grows up she will be proud to know that you were her godfather. Whenever Torri sees a big lobster she thinks of her Uncle Scott. Conner is sporting the Raiders gear nowadays! I keep thinking that you are going to call and ask me for crack, lol...I miss your calls! I miss your laugh!! What we would give to hear it again. We will never forgot all the crazy and good times together. Your memories are so strong and vivid. I have a close eye on Tracy for you. I havent left her side since you left us...and I wont, just as you would want it! I know you have a closer eye on her...she needs it! She loves and misses you more than ever! WE LOVE YOU!!

Kristin
Friend

September 18, 2007

I live in Howard County and passed by you on Rt.32 as you were conducting traffic enforcement that fateful day. A short time later, I learned of your demise. I pass by your memorial everyday to and from work and though I did not know you personally, my heart aches from the loss of a brother in blue. Thank you for your service. My condolences to the loved ones you left behind and your HCPD family. Rest in peace brother, we have the watch.

PFC Stevenson
Metropolitan Police Department D.C.

September 17, 2007

well what can I say about scott there are so many things I guess first I loved his laugh it would just put a smile on everyones face speaking of smiles scott would always have a smile which would just brighten the room. He was always caring of me, I loved how he loved the raiders and everytime they score he would play ac/dc it was so funny. Well scott is just that type of guy loving, caring, and friendly. He was a loving husband, a good son, a good brother, and a true friend. REST IN PEACE SCOTT WE LOVE YOU!

joey and mindy hart
a friend

joey hart and mindy hart
friends

August 24, 2007

A year ago in Sept, Powhatan Va lost a dear one just like ya'll did...My upmost respect goes out to all law enforcement for there job well done...If not for the job that you uphold our children would face a much horrifing world..Thank you officer Wheeler for everything you did to make this world a better place..To the Family my upmost repect and honor...

lost law enforcement

August 23, 2007

We had lots of wonderful times together, I can remember the first time we met i was ony 15 years old, i thought you were the craziest person i have ever met. We had so much fun together the four of us, and lots of great memories. I was so happy when you finally found the woman of your dreams, you were so happy with Tracy, She made you so happy and i'm sure you made her happy as well. I really enjoyed the times we all got to share together as adults, taking all the trips to O.C.. I know my girls enjoyed being around you and Tracy also, they had so much fun when you were around. They still talk about your silly laugh that you had, i miss it to. It has been hard around our home when we think about you, (daily). My littlest daughter Kelsie always says, "I miss Scott" and it just breaks my heart knowing we cant ever see you again. We miss you so very much, and we will never forget you. We love you,

Linda & Howie & Girls
Close Friends

August 22, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Wheeler family. Scott you will be truely missed.

Mike & Betty
family friend

August 21, 2007