Corpus Christi Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Reflections for Lieutenant Stuart Jay Alexander
Rest in Peace my Brother, God Bless you, your family and your Dept.
OFFICER BOB SWOPE #5609
OLMSTED FALLS POLICE DEPT.OHIO
March 11, 2009
May God lay his healing hand upon the family and friends of Lieutenant Alexander and may they know he will never be forgotten. Thank you Lieutenant Alexander for your dedicated service to the people of Texas and the United States.
James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
March 11, 2009
Thank you Lt. for your service to your community and your state. My prayers go out to your family and your fellow officers. May you rest in peace.
Sgt Brad Gray
Henderson Co. SO, Texas
March 11, 2009
Rest in Peace, Brother. Thank you for your service.
Detective Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)
March 11, 2009
Although I did not know Lt. Alexander, I feel compelled to let the men and women of the Corpus Christi Police Department know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that you will take this tragic incident to reflect on all of the positive aspects that Lt. Alexander contributed to the Corpus Christi Police Department, as well as his community and family. I personally have gone through the challenging days that lie ahead of all of you on more than one occasion, but that doesn't make it easier. Embrace each other and support one another. Most of all, embrace and give all of your support to his family. It is always hurtful to lose a another brother in blue. He will not be forgotten.
Officer R. DeVincentz
Round Rock, TX Police Department
March 11, 2009
My condolences go out to the family of Lt Stuart Alexander. While out in the field that morning I was lucky enough to hear some fellow officers speaking of our Lt. One officer spoke of how the Lt would put just his thumbs in his pant pockets and rock back and forth on his heels as he talked to you. The Lt meant enough to us that we noticed even the simplest things he did. He will be sorely missed.
Senior Officer M. Pena #535
Corpus Christi Police Department
March 11, 2009
I'm trying to come to terms why this happened. You and your family are in my prayers.
Anonymous
March 11, 2009
Rest in Peace.
Ptl. Fidoe
Twinsburg, Ohio Police Department
March 11, 2009
The funeral line was long, There's an awful lot of cars, Folks came out of the restaurants, They came out of the bars.
The workers at the construction sites All let their hammers drop. Someone asked. "What is this all for?" And they said, "Aw, just a cop."
Some chuckled at the passing cars. Some shed a silent tear Some people said, "It's stupid," "all these dumb policemen here."
"How come they are not out fighting crime?" "Or in a doughnut shop?" Sure is a lot of trouble, For someone who's just a cop."
They blocked the intersections, They blocked the interstate. People yelled and cursed, "Damn, it's gonna make me late!"
"This is really ridiculous!" "They're makin' us all stop!" "It seems they are sure wastin' time, On someone who's just a cop."
Into the cemetery now, The slow procession comes, The woeful Taps are slowly played. There's loud salutes from guns.
The graveyard workers shake their heads "This service is a flop." "There's lots of good words wasted, On someone who's just a cop"
Yeah, just a cop to most folks. Did his duty every day. Trying to protect us, Till they took his life away.
And when he got to heaven, St. Peter put him at the top. An angel asked him, "Who was that?" And he said, "Aw, just a cop."
His Judgment Day:
The officer stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shinning, Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek To my church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I aint, 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 tough.
But I never took a penny That wasn't mine to keep.. Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got 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 an unmanly tear.
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 often trod. As the officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Officer. You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell"
May God be with your family and friends during this tough time!!!!!!!!!!!
Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, Tx.
March 11, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and co-workers of Lieutenant Alexander. It is a very sad day when an officer is lost. He will be remembered.
Carol Lane
Sister - Sgt. James Michael Lane
Beaumont Police Department (eow-9/16/04)
Secretary- Greater Houston Concerns of Police Survivors
Carol Lane
March 11, 2009
May God welcome LT Alexander into His heavenly Kingdom. May Lt Alexander's family rest easy with the knowledge he is in a much better place than this earth could ever offer. May He also give them the strebgth to carry on after such a terrible loss.
Officer D. Wiencek
Metra Police, Chicago, IL
March 11, 2009
LT, RIP we have your watch.
OFC (RET) George Matheis
Aberdeen MD Police Dept
March 11, 2009
Lt. Alexander Rest in Peace.
C.O. Stephen D. Celestino
Westchester County Dept. of Correction, NY
March 11, 2009
My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Lieutenant Stuart Alexander~you're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you the strength to carry on and help heal your hearts. May you find comfort and support from those around you.
God bless you and rest in peace, Lieutenant Alexander.
Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of a fallen MI P.O. eow 2004
March 11, 2009
Rest, brother.
Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police
March 11, 2009
Rest in Peace, LT. You are missed greatly already. We'll keep up the watch here.
Officer Timothy Frazier
Corpus Christi PD
March 11, 2009
God Speed, Brother.
P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ
March 11, 2009
Rest in peace.
Ofc. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department
March 11, 2009
RIP Brother Stuart, Keep the gates of heaven open for the rest of us.
Cpl. Robert L. Padgett ( Ret. )
Charles Countty Shreiff's Office,Md.
March 11, 2009
My heart stopped for a moment this morning when I woke to the news that Lt. Stuart Alexander was no longer with us. I did not know him but am saddened for all who did know him and loved him. God be with you in your time of need. As a member of the community in Corpus Christi I want to thank you for allowing him to protect us with honor. If and when there is a place I can donate help I will. My sincerest condolences.
He is a HERO.
Anonymous
March 11, 2009
MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. MAY GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
APO ANDRE RAMIREZ
NYPD
March 11, 2009
Rest in peace my brother, God bless your soul and your family.
SPA Mario Guerrero
US Border Patrol
March 11, 2009
Our ranks of law enforcement has lost an honorable and very worthy brother is the bad news. The good news is our Lords law enforcement group has gained an outstanding, intelligent and service loving brother to serve in the elite of the elite brother and sisterhood. Know brother you will never be forgotten by your brothers and sisters serving now and who will serve in the future in your old assignment. Gods children who you served so well in your communityn will also remember you and will honor your name forever. Rest in peace brother. In Christ.
Tom Bradley, Retired
PhoenixAZ PD, AZ State Chap. FOP
March 11, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and the CCPD. Rest in Peace Lt. Alexander.
Investigator J. Pippin #225
DART Police Department, TX
March 11, 2009
Our prayers are with the family and agency of Lt. Alexander.
Chaplain Tom
Chaplain Tom Frederick
Hamton Police Division, Hampton, VA
March 11, 2009
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