Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.... See More
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

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PO
Detroit P

January 25, 2011

REST IN PEACE, BROTHER THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE

PROVINCIAL CONSTABLE MARTY LALONDE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE

January 25, 2011

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

January 25, 2011

My family and I send our deepest condolences to the family of Officer Jeffrey Yaslowitz. We extend condolences also to Officer Laslowitz’s friends, coworkers, and the entire community of St. Petersburg.

P. Martin

January 25, 2011

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God" Matthew 5:9 NIV. May God always bless and watch over Ofc.Yaslowitz's wife and children, and may we never forget the sacrifice he made. I was one of the first officers on the scene the night TPD Officers David Curtis and Jeff Kocab were shot and killed, and my heart breaks again for my brothers and sisters with the St.Pete P.D. Our prayers and support are with you all.

Detective
Tampa Police Department

January 25, 2011

To the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Jeffrey Yaslowitz: I send my heart felt condolences to you for the loss you have suffered. While these words won't ease your pain now, I acknowledge the bravery, the courage and the commitment to duty of your loved one. He will have a high place of honor in law enforcement. God Bless you in this most difficult time.

Sgt. Scott Bodah
Syracuse, New York Police Department

January 25, 2011

Our LawEnforcement family grieves with you and your family. We are still mourning the loss of our brother and sister. We are with you in spirit and prayers. We have heavy hearts for you and your partner who made the ultimate sacrifice in our profession to Serve and Protect.
Rest in Peace. We will continue the fight!

Sergeant Lorraine Bloomfield
Miami Dade Police Department

January 25, 2011

Officer Yaslowitz, 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

January 25, 2011

May God help your family through this tragic time. My heart aches for your family. Thank you for keeping us safe and may you rest in eternal peace.

Andrea Gadoury ( wife of LEO)

January 25, 2011

Rest in Peace,Brother. Thank you for your service.

Sgt. Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)

January 25, 2011

Even though you were miles away from central florida, i did not know of you till yesterday, and i am not in L.E, i am sorry you gave your life for someone like him.. You went to work each day reminding your wife and kids you'd be home,giving hugs and kisses as you left, Iknow i did went i went on calls with the OCFR as a volunteer. As an "informed citizen", both will be missed, thought go to both families. "Give 'em hell"

FF/EMT Michael Anderson
Former FR

January 25, 2011

Thank you for your service. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

K9 Officer Shannon Irish
Sioux Falls, SD Police Department

January 25, 2011

May the Lord be with your family and friends today and always... Rest in Peace Sir...

Joyce
Sister of OFC. John P. Harris EOW 8/19/1994

January 25, 2011

It is with my deepest heart felt sympathy that I say to the Dept. of St. Petersburg and more to the family of Officer Yaslowitz how sorry I am for your loss. There are no words to express your deepest sorrow at this time. May you feel God's love and his arms wrapped around you all to wipe your tears. With my deepest sympathy. Donna Robinson 21 1/2 year veteran of D.C. Police Department.

Ret. Ofc. Donna Robinson
MPDC

January 25, 2011

May you and Sergeant Tom Baitinger rest in peace. I hope your family and agency is able to find peace in due time. You passed doing the lord's work, thank you, you are a true hero. We'll keep the fight from here. Enjoy patrol on the streets of heaven, I will see you up there one day.

Dan Vaquero Police Officer II
San Diego Police Department

January 25, 2011

For Sergeant Tom Baitinger:
and
Officer Jeffrey Yaslowitz:

Our duty as law officers is fraught with risk and danger. No incident more than the one occurring this day illustrates the twists and the turns of fate more for all who enforce the law. To seek a felon carries with it every imaginable scenario ever practiced in training. None-the-less, each encounter with those who will kill is unique. Our brothers Tom and Jeff, along with others, faced the worst. And the worst occurred. Two officers lost their life, and another was wounded, for the sake of law and order. We regret that this day would have to be - for all of them. The entire national law-enforcement community is stricken numb, but we remain true to our pledge. Both now and forever.

We pray for Tom's and Jeff's family, friends, co-workers, and all who care about them. May they be ready to reach-out to one another in the days ahead.

As a retired state trooper and a Lake County (FL) deputy sheriff, I am proud to render them a final salute.

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennsylvania State Police

January 25, 2011

God be with your family, and loved ones I pray. Rest easy my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is now over.......

Sgt. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia CO Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.

January 25, 2011

You fought the good fight, rest in peace Brother. May God show his mercy and grace on your family, friends, and coworkers.

Det. John Creamer
Daytona Beach Police

January 25, 2011

My heart goes out to your family. We lost our son on Dec.20. We know the pain you are feeling. The family of Officer Andrew J. Rameas.

Deanie rameas
Mother of officer Andrew rameas

January 25, 2011

Rest in peace Brother Jeffrey, you are a true Hero and will never be forgotten for your service and courage.



Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

Anonymous

January 25, 2011

REST IN PEACE AND NEVER WALK THE BEAT ALONE ANY MORE NOW WALK IT WITH JESUS.

PATRICIA TORRES
DESOTO COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE

January 25, 2011

There are no words right now to ease the pain in Mrs.Yaslowitz heart or his kids left behind from this terrible act. I hope they will all remember that we will never forget their Dad and the Hero that he is... My prayer is that our Lord comforts you all and see's you through this very sad time.

Rick DeBord Code Enforcement
City of Clearwater

January 25, 2011

Thankyou for your service, you are a hero for us all to look up too. You will never be forgotten. God bless your family and co-workers during these tragic times.

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA

January 25, 2011

R I P Sir.

Kelly Brooks
Houston PD

January 25, 2011

Rest in peace brother...To Officer Jeffrey Yaslowitz I render a final salute.

PO KJ JONES
North Greenbush, NY PD

January 25, 2011