Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest In Peace Our Brother

Lt B Cole
Lake Charles Police Dept (LOUISIANA)

May 21, 2010

Rest In Peace, Sergeant Paudert.

Lt T Carr
NYPD

May 21, 2010

Thoughts and prayers go out to all the friends and family.

K-9 Deputy Wes Evans
Sherman Co. S.O. Texas DS/BA Member

May 21, 2010

Chief Strzelecki and the entire Niles Police Department extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Sergeant Paudert. Godspeed.

Niles, Illinois Police Department

May 21, 2010

On behalf of the Caruthersville Police Department, we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Sergeant Brandon Paudert and the West Memphis Police Department. You will be in our prayers.

I have this poem displayed in my home. I hope it brings everyone who reads it comfort.

The policeman stood and faced 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 a badge
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 time 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 a silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his god.

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

Sgt. Chris Cooley
Caruthersville Missouri Police Department

May 21, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and law enformance brothers and sisters. We lost our son in law just 2 months ago in the line of duty and know he was there to greet both of you. Thank you for the wonderful job you did while you were here. You will have another job now and your brothers and sisters will take over for you now. You will never be forgotten and you will always be our hero.

Anonymous

May 21, 2010

A terrible tragedy. R.I.P.

Sheriff
Alberta Sheriff's Dept., ASGPS

May 21, 2010

You made the ultimate sacrifice for your country. God bless your family and you will not be forgotten.

Deputy John P Hegge
Nye County Sheriff's Office

May 21, 2010

We are keeping the family of Brandon Paudert in our thoughts and prayers, as well as his brothers and sisters of the West Memphis Police Department.

Lieutenant
North Dakota Highway Patrol

May 21, 2010

Another sacrifice on a day when 3 were given. So sad this day is. Three police officers in this country lost their lives to gunfire. My heart goes out to these men's families, friends and co-workers. May these sacrifices never be forgotten! The bravest of the brave have fallen! My prayers are with all concerned. Someday God will grant us the understanding.

Terri Cook, Sister to Sgt. Gaylon Ledington
Rapides Parish, LA Sheriff's Dept - EOW 7/10/06

Anonymous

May 21, 2010

Thank you for you service, sir. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and West Memphis Police Department.

Trp. Trey Keller
Arkansas State Police/ Troop A

May 21, 2010

Thank you for your service. May God grant you eternal peace. May he also grant your family, friends, and co-workers the strength they will need during the rough times ahead.

PO James McPartland Jr
Mount Vernon PD NY

May 21, 2010

While I did not know Sgt. Paudert, I still mourn his loss. G-d bless his family, friends, department, and city.

Anonymous

May 21, 2010

God bless you and your family, brother. You are in my heart and prayers.

Capt. Gary Graham (RET)
Denver Police Dept

May 21, 2010

We wearing the badge always seem to have the answer to questions we're asked each shift, but during these times we're asking the questions "Why". As we huddle together for strength with the the families who gave of their sons in the days head, I pray for not only strength, but wisdom. I know the lord gave Brandon and his partner Bill both! Thank you to you both for your sacrifice.

Deputy Steve Scott
Franklin Co Sheriffs Dept, Ozark,Ar

May 21, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends...rest easy Sarg.

TPR. A. DIAZ
ILLINOIS STATE POLICE

May 21, 2010

Officer Paudert - It is difficult to fathom the loss of a police officer, it is even more difficult to envision that officer being the son of the police chief. My condolences to your family, friends and co-workers.

Thank you for your service to the people of West Memphis and the state of Arkansas. May God grant you and your partner/cousin, Officer Evans, eternal rest and may His perpetual light shine upon you.

Chief K. Moreland
Palmer Lake, CO PD (Ret. LAPD)

May 21, 2010

My prayers go out to the family of a true hero. I wear the thin blue line on my uniform every day to remind me and others of the sacrifice that many have given in the line of duty. I remember Brandon from high school. There has been an outpouring of love and remembrance on behalf of the Bartlett High School class of '88. To Chief Paudert...the officers of the Bartlett Police Department are heartbroken, crushed with sorrow and grief. Our prayers are with you.

Patrolman Gerald Holmes
Bartlett Police Department/High School Classmate

May 21, 2010

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"

Author unknown

May God be with everyone

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, TX

May 21, 2010

God didn’t promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow, sun without rain; but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears and light for the way.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of US Marshal

May 21, 2010

May God be with your family and help them cope with their loss. Thank you for your service and for the ultimate sacrafice.

Diane Caine
Safety Manager- Little Rock, Ar.

May 21, 2010

Rest in peace Officer Paudert!
You will not be forgotten!
FACEBOOK salutes you!

Willie Bell Hopewell VA
Friend Of All Law Enforcement Officers!

May 21, 2010

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

May 21, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends. May God be with you all.

Kim Tyler 911 Dispatcher
Hoover PD Al.

May 21, 2010

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Brandon Paudert, and the West Memphis P.D. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Officer Paudert, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

May 21, 2010