St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Missouri
End of Watch Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Reflections for Police Officer Norvelle Brown
My heart goes out to the family and friends of Officer Brown. He will be missed by many.
Ptlm. Eric C. Stacy
Cahokia Police Department
August 20, 2007
To Officer Brown family I just will like to say how sorry I'm for your lost , but you know what he's in a better place than all of us. I did'nt know Novrvelle personally , but I seen him before. May god be with you all.
Lois
August 20, 2007
To the family of Officer Brown:
To anyone who patrols the mean streets and put their lives on the line to make a community a better place, says a lot about a person.
As a former resident of north St. Louis and Vashon class of '75, my prayers go out to all who Officer Brown touched in his short, but gallant life.
Carl S. Garrett
Wentzville, MO
August 20, 2007
TO OFFICER BROWN'S MOTHER:
There are no words to say to take away the pain that you and your family is feeling at this hour. However, God must have had other plans for this fallen officer. Just know that he is in a better place and he was doing what he loved to do. He wanted to make a difference and you can be rest assured that he did just that and touched the hearts of many. He will never be forgotten and he will leave on in your hearts through spirit and through memories. It is sad that such a senseless tragedy had to happen however, all things happen for a reason and we may not always know that reason but GOD knows and he makes no mistakes. Therefore, whenever you are feeling sad you just stick with it and say Lord Have Mercy because you know what it is to be Born Again and you know GOD will never leave your nor foresake you. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
City Resident
August 20, 2007
It saddens me to see any young person lose their life. This young man was attempting to make a difference in someone's life. But through it all, God is who we should focus on. Our Father is watching and taking in all the good and the bad, evaluating and placing us where we should be placed. Keep the faith and thank God those boys were caught. I am the mother of a young officer who cried all night when she heard of this. She even considered quitting. Her goals were to protect the young and that's why she joined. I pray daily and nightly for all those brave men and women in the streets. May God continue to bless your family and keep Him in your hearts. Love always.
Security Officer Terry Hamilton
Mother of a fellow young officer
August 20, 2007
Officer Brown.
You will be missed and remembered for all the great things you have done and stood for. Thank you for being you.
Trooper Jim Gillman
Texas Highway Patrol
August 20, 2007
Officer Brown,
Thank you for your service, your dedication to duty, and your commitment to fighting crime. I lost my good friend and partner in a similar, senseless, line of duty shooting. It is a horrible shame that you were taken from us. You are a true hero, and you make me proud to be a Police Officer.
Thank you,
Officer C.T. Smith
Police Officer
Half Moon Bay Police, CA
August 20, 2007
Officer Brown,
Thank you for all that you have done. Our prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
You will not be forgotten.
"See to it that any man who offers violence to his fellow citizen begets a whole lot more in return than he can enjoy."- Jeff Cooper 1920-2006
P.O. J. Jones 530
Berkeley Police Department
August 19, 2007
To the Family of Officer Brown:
You have my deepest and sincerest sympathy. I cannot imagine your pain from such a loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Only the bravest of men choose to serve and protect us on a daily basis. Officer Brown lived his life heroically, and unfortunately gave his life a hero.
God bless you, and may this brave man rest in peace.
The wife of an officer,
K.J. Brooks
Kimberly Brooks
August 19, 2007
"Final Call"
An Angel In The Sky Must Leave His Place Of Rest,
Gently Tucking His Wings Beneath His Armored Vest.
For Duty Has Called, There Is Much Work To Do
Little Did He Know, This One Is Dressed In Blue.
Arriving On The Scene, He Knows Just What To Say,
"Follow Me, Fallen Brother, I'll Show You The Way."
"Your Duty Has Ended, Your Work Is Now Through."
"Come Hang Your Hat Beside Mine, I'm A Cop, Too."
Rest in Peace Brother......
Police Officer M. Hall #1351
Richmon PD (California)
August 19, 2007
Way to young to go......... We have the watch from here our young brother in blue. May justice be served.
PO1
JCCPD
August 19, 2007
God speed Officer Brown. Job Well Done!!! Your services were appreciated.
To the Brown family & extended family.....you now have God and Norvelle watching over you. You will continue to be in my prayers.
MYL
St Louis City resident
August 19, 2007
Your service to others will be remembered and honored by all the LEO's that will carry on in your memory. Blessed are the peacekeepers whose lives are lost in their effort to protect others and who leave behind grieving family, friends and co-workers whose lives have been forever changed by senseless violence.
Detective
Toledo Police Dept
August 19, 2007
Cheeto I remember when i first met you, we went to Forest Park together you were such a wonderful person! I believe God sends angels like yourself to show some of us there is a God you will be missed
Phyllicia Steeples
Phyllicia
August 19, 2007
Thank you for your bravery and sacrifice. May your family and friends take comfort in the fact you will NEVER be forgotten and will FOREVER be a hero!
SGT, Retired
Fayetteville, AR PD
August 19, 2007
Your loss to the community is great. But greater is your service. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Department
August 19, 2007
Officer N. Brown (R I P) Sir we have the watch now!!! Officer Brown Job well done.
Memphis Tn
Shelby County Sheriff Office Street Crimes
August 19, 2007
There is little to be said about the "ANGEL'S THAT WALK AMONG USE"... Officer Brown... "YOU ARE WITH GOD"!
Peace..
Dan G.
Daniel G. Gross
Thankful Saint Louis Ciy Resident
August 19, 2007
Sir, thank you for your dedication to duty in one of the most violent cities in the western hemisphere. You will not be forgotton. God bless you angel in blue.
ryan
phx,az
August 19, 2007
To Officer Brown's Mother, I can only imagine what your heart is feeling but be assured my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Officer Brown we are proud of you. You had a goal to help
those in your neighborhood to make their lives better and a safer place to live. What a senseless act to take your life! We pray that for many this will be a "Wake-Up Call".
I'm very saddened that you had to pay the price.
Your end of watch is over and you are at peace. Rest In
Peace.
Police Mom
None
August 19, 2007
Whenever a story like this comes about the though always crosses my mind. How can anybody have the intention to hurt a perfect strange whos duty is to protect you and put their life in danger in order to save yours? Officer Brown was here at home in the middle of the war being waged on St Louis's streets today. Though he was only on the force a year he had the opportunity to impact many lives. Rest in Peace Officer Brown. You will not be forgotten!
bri
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August 19, 2007
Its so sad to hear of another officers death, even though we are so far away, but its is even sadder that you died so young. Rest in peace.
Greater Manchester Police, UK
August 19, 2007
I can't help but to be saddened by this. It doesn't occur to me how anybody could ever want to intentionally harm someone who, at moments notice would protect them with their own life, no questions asked. Growing up I always had respect for law enforcement. Officer Brown gave the ultimate sacrifice. He fought in the war being waged on St. Louis's streets everyday. He will never be forgotten for that i'm sure. My deepest condolences to the family of officer brown. Though he died young, he has done so much.
Brianna
August 19, 2007
To Officer brown family my heart goes out to your lost. Its a sacrifice we all make and think about from time to time doing this job. My prayers and thoughts are with you. RIP OFC BROWN!
PTL S. CARR #3464
GRIFFIN PD GEORGIA
August 19, 2007
What a senseless killing....I did not know Officer Brown. To Officer Browns' family, we are sorry for your loss. It may be hard to say right now but he's in a better place. Sorry he had to go so soon. I just wanted to leave a reflection on behalf of my family and I. Rest in Peace Officer N. Brown.
Brown Family
August 19, 2007
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