Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Scott,
I just can't believe you're gone. I will hear your laugh in my head everytime I think about you. You were a great officer and always had something nice to say when I would get the opportunity to see you in passing. Rest in peace.

little reid

PO Erik Reid
HCPD - friend

June 20, 2007

Scotts death takes a little piece of each of us. It doesn't matter if you are on the job today, or were on the job five years ago, we all wore the same uniform and it hurts. I pray each day for all my HCPD brothers and sisters, active and retired, to stay safe. My prayers were not answered in this case, but all things have a purpose, even if we don't understand them at the time. I will honor Scott by getting up each day and being the best person I can be, and by continuing to support everything that he stood for.

Lieutenant Tim Branning (Retired)
Howard County Police

June 20, 2007

Scott
From your first day in the Academy to 3 years of night shift, I never saw this day coming. From early morning phone calls and MDT messages about breakfast at Chick Filla to constant salutes in the hallway with me saying Dude,stop you're embarassing me to you saying " I can't you're my hero"...I never saw this day coming. Dude, you are my hero and a wild man and I will never forget you.

Cpl Roch DeFrances
HCPD

June 20, 2007

Scott,

I didn't know you very well, but I remember our small conversations and the smile that always graced your face.

DFC L. Coker
Howard County Police

June 20, 2007

As a dispatcher for the county, I too feel the loss of a family member, our police family. Scott was a sweet guy, always polite on the radio and did not give any grief when given a call to go do whatever was requested. I remember many conversations over the phone, either work related or just to say hello. People come into our lives for a reason and while they are with us, we make memories with them that stay with us for a lifetime. I did not know Scott personally, but I knew him professionally and I feel honored to have known him. He will be missed, but his kindness and bashful smile will always be remembered.

Debra Thrower
HOward COunty Dispatcher

June 20, 2007

To my brother in blue.
Scott, I did not know you as well as your close friends and family, but feel a great loss as they are feeling. I had the honor of working with you on that tragic day and would do anything to change the events of that sad day. My life has forever changed because of the events of this tragic incident. For those that have never served in our Profession I’m sure they find it difficult to fathom such a loss that we feel. My prayers will also be with you and your family. May you rest in peace. The Thin Blue Line will never be broken.

Respectfully, Cpl. Donald Wyant HCPD

Cpl. Donald Wyant
HCPD

June 20, 2007

Rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.

Trooper
Massachusetts State Police

June 20, 2007

Scott- I can’t believe that you’re gone…you & I were just patrolling together a few weeks ago when you picked up an overtime shift with my squad. I never could have imagined that it would be the last. Nor could I have ever imagined that the dinner we all shared at Erik’s a few months ago would be the last time I saw you & Tracy together. In the six years that I’ve known you, the thing that comes to my mind the most is the same thing that everyone who knows you remembers about you- your crazy laugh and constant smile! Needless to say, the times I remember with you were mostly that- full of laughs and lightheartedness. We did endure SWAT school together, yet we were still able to find time to laugh between carrying the pole and shoulder circles! There are so many great stories with you in them Scott…that’s just what you brought to the people who were lucky enough to spend time with you. You could light up a room with you humor, make people laugh on a bad day, and just cause an uplifting attitude to those around you. You loved your job, and never once did I ever hear you complain. You were always there for people when something came up and a shift needed to be covered. Your willingness to help will always be remembered. Thank you for all you’ve done and for being you. Although we never got to say goodbye, I know you are in Heaven watching over us all. You have impacted more people than you could ever imagine. You are a true hero and an inspiration to all of us.

I am so proud to be able to say that I was your friend.

You will never be forgotten- May you rest in peace.

We love you Scott…

PFC Mark Baxter
Howard County Police Department

June 20, 2007

Your voice on the radio, was always so pleasant.The way you backed your fellow officers, without a pause ,within a second.Your face is not familiar, but your voice became my eyes.Angel wings will lift you now to fill the Heavenly Sky. May God Comfort your wife, your parents, your brother, family and friends. My prayers go out to all of them, and to all of your fellow Brother and Sister Officers. There are no other words to say, except repeat the following, " A Hero does not become a Hero by their death, but by how they lived their life!"

Police Dispatcher Sara Singleton
Howard County Police Communications 911 Center

June 20, 2007

Scott,
The e-mails that have been posted about you truly reflect the type of person you are and shows how you touched so many of us. We will to miss you.

Daniel Besseck
Howard County PD

June 20, 2007

God bless brother & R.I.P

Ofcr MW Moore 3176
FWPD

June 19, 2007

SCOTT-
WE ARE SO PROUD AND HONORED TO KNOW YOU! THANKS FOR ALWAYS LOOKING OUT FOR ALL OF US. YOU WILL NEVER EVER BE FORGOTTEN IN OUR HEARTS! GOD BLESS YOU! WE LOVE AND MISS YOU!!!
AARON AND KRISTIN JEZIERSKI

CITIZEN
FRIEND/FAMILY

June 19, 2007

Scott, you are a true hero and have inspired many. We miss you here and will not be forgotten. I will never forget the times you helped direct traffic or answer a call for service when I was there with you. Although we only met several times, your unique characteristics made an impression on me. Thank you for all your work, brother.

Cadet Kenny Drummond
Howard County Police Department

June 19, 2007

May you rest in peace brother, you now patrol the streets of heaven. May God give your family peace and strength in this time.

Prvt. T Young
Berwyn Heights Police Department

June 19, 2007

To my fallen brother may God bless your family. from brother to brother

Ofc David Johnson
Baltimore City Sherrif Department

June 19, 2007

Offcier Wheeler

You have paid the ultimate sacrifice for your country. No words can state what you have done for your community, your state and your country. You are a shining example of what makes this country great may you rest in peace you a true American Hero.

Douglas W. Bennett
Juvenile Probation Officer Ky Dept. of Juvenile Justice

June 19, 2007

"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his 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 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 got just 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 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 silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

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

Author Unknown

Dispatchers of Squad A

June 19, 2007

Even though I have only known you through family connections, I have heard your voice many of times on the radio. Being a new dispatcher, less than 2 years, I have not had the opportunity to know the police officers face to face, but I do know that you were kind and understanding when I was in training, not getting frustrated when I made a mistake or asked you to repeat your request. Everyday, when I hear 10-42 I always assumed you would be 10-41 the next day. I know you are 10-41, just not on earth, but in heaven watching all of your brothers and sisters, your loving wife, and your family. Thank you Officer Wheeler, for you great service to all in Howard County. You will never be forgotten and always prayed for.

Sheila Reed
Dispatcher for Howard County

June 19, 2007

Scott,

Where to begin? Although we only had the chance to work together a few times, you were always great to work with. Several people have commented about your laugh and smile and as I described the type of person you were to my husband those where the first words that came out. "Scott had the goofiest laugh and smile and I would also just roll my eyes".

It's not fair that you have been taken from us. Yet God has called you to walk his streets in heaven. Thank you for leaving your smile imbedded in our hearts.

Pfc. Karen Wilson
Howard County Police

June 19, 2007

Scott,
Coming in for a days work, and seeing you get ready to go home after working 12 hard midnight hours, I can't say I ever saw you without a huge smile on your face. You inspire me to hold my head high and smile even when times are tough.
God bless your wife and family. Your brothers at HCPD will never forget you.....the TRUE hero.

PFC Jack Mould
HCPD

June 19, 2007

REST IN PEACE, BROTHER

OFC B. GRAJEK

June 19, 2007

This is the first tragedy my generation of police has experienced. Hopefully it is the last. You don't know how much you care until this happens. Scott kept us in stitches in the tac truck telling stories, and yelling "Raider Nation!!" Tactical was a better place with you there. Scott please watch us with God and keep us safe. You are already missed.

Cpl Matt Mulholland
Howard County PD

June 19, 2007

You are now in the hands of the GOD.Thank you for your service to Howard County and the great state of MD.May God continue to look after your wife and your family in blue.

michael GUY
M.P.VET MD CITIZEN

June 19, 2007

My Brother,

I thank you for your dedication to duty. I thank you for the sacrifices you made when you decided to undertake our profession. I thank you for wearing our uniform with dignity and respect. May you rest with our lord in heaven and help St Michael watch over all who fight the good fight. Thank You Scott

#4307 HCPD

#4307
HCPD

June 19, 2007

Scott:

You will be missed dearly. You are a true hero and we will cherish your memory and dedication forever.

Sgt. Pete Moskala
Howard County P.D.

June 19, 2007