Cheyenne River Sioux Tribal Police Department, Tribal Police
End of Watch Saturday, October 9, 2010
Reflections for Police Officer Merrill Bruguier
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
October 11, 2010
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. It is a sad day when a Hero lays down with the Angels. You will be missed. Sleep well my friend, and thank you for being there.
Anonymous
October 11, 2010
Rest in peace Officer Bruguier!
You will not be forgotten!
FACEBOOK salutes you!
Willie Bell Hopewell VA
Friend Of All Law Enforcement Officers!
October 11, 2010
RIP Brother and thank you for your service. We have the watch from here. You will be missed.
Chief JA Millan
Hoonah AK PD
October 11, 2010
Officer Bruguier, your watch is ended. May our Heavenly Father watch over your family and friends during this tragic time. May your soul walk carefully and proudly into everlasting life. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in God’s peace my friend, you deserve it.
REV
Chaplain Michael Grinnals
Camillus Police Department
October 11, 2010
Rest in peace Brother Merrill.
Officer Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD
October 11, 2010
Rest, brother.
Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police
October 11, 2010
Thank you and your family for your service.
Carol
October 11, 2010
MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE OFFICER AND HIS FAMILY, MAY GOD BLESS HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE BROTHER.
SGT SHEPARD
DEPUTY
October 11, 2010
For Police Officer Merrill Bruguier:
Our duty as law officers takes us onto one of the most dangerous battlefields - a United States highway. We regret that our brother Merrill's life would be claimed in a traffic accident, but fate has deemed it to be so. Another hero is lost in the service to others.
We pray for Merrill's family, friends, co-workers and all who care about him hoping that they reach-out to one another in times of need.
I am proud to render Officer Merrill Bruguier a final salute.
Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennsylvania State Police
October 11, 2010
God Bless You Merrill!!!Job Well Done!!! Bless your family and Police Dept!!!
Detective Aaron Perkins
Baltimore Police Dept
October 11, 2010
Rest in Peace my Brother, God Bless you, your Family and your Dept.
Officer Bob Swope #5609
Olmsted Falls Police Dept.Ohio
October 11, 2010
Rest in Peace...
Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY
October 11, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
K-9 Officer Tom Summerville Jr
Eutaw Police Department
October 11, 2010
A great man has gone to clear a safe path for those of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribal Police Department. Rest in Peace Brother.
Chief Steven I. Marshall
Washington, NH Police Dept.
October 11, 2010
Im very sorry for your loss. May God bless you and help you during thid time.
Marie Humphreys
Citizen
October 11, 2010
Im not familiar with this organization, but was sent this notice/site in case I was interested.
It is always with great sadness I read about or learn of something like this happening.
I would like to send my deepest condolences and prayers to this brothers family for thier loss at this time. I send up smoke and prayers for his happiness and safe crossing over. If theres any thing I can do to help, please let me know.
With Honor and Respect,
Chief Jim "Shaman" Dennison
The United Indian Nation
UIN Dir. Of Comm World Wide
UIN Secretary World Wide
Chicamuga Cherokee
Medicine Warriors Society Member
Chief Jim "Shaman" Dennison
The United Indian Nation
October 11, 2010
Rest in Peace, Brother. Thank you for your service.
Sgt. Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)
October 11, 2010
My heart goes out to the family of Officer Bruguier and Cheyenne River Sioux Tribal PD. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Deputy Doug Parrow
Butte County Sheriff's Office, SD
October 11, 2010
On behalf of the 6,181 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Officer Bruguier’s family as well as the members of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribal Police Department. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers
October 11, 2010
God Speed, Brother.
P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ
October 11, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers go our to you and your family!!!
Christy, NREMT-B, I/C, UAP
Northeast Ambulance Service
October 11, 2010
Rest in peace, Officer Bruguier. Thank you for your service to your community. Prayers for your family, friends, and fellow law enforcement brothers & sisters. Godspeed.
Kathy B
Citizen
October 11, 2010
My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of P.O. Merrill Bruguier~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 with those around you. God bless you and rest in peace, Officer Bruguier.
Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of a fallen MI P.O. eow 2004
October 11, 2010
Rest In Peace
ACRES
SCOTT COUNTY TN
October 11, 2010
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