Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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

March 29, 2011

Prayers to Deputy Britton's family and friends, as well to the entire Smith County Sheriff's Office. RIP.

Emily
NE

March 29, 2011

Deputy Britton, thank you for your service! God's Speed!

Deputy
Fresno County Sheriff's Office, California

March 29, 2011

Dy. Britton's family is in our Prayers and thoughts. He gave his life to protect his fellow countrymen. JESUS said, "No greater love one has than to lay down his life for another".

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Insp. Scotty Hill
La. Livestock Brand Commission

Enforcement Program Dir. Scotty Hill
Livestock Brand Comm, La. Dept. ofAg.& For.

March 29, 2011

God bless and keep you, Deputy Britton. May you find the peace in His arms you guarded while on this earth.

Lt. JD Ross
EPSO

March 29, 2011

It was an honor to have served with Robert. My heart goes out to all at Smith County. GOD BLESS!

Det. Joel Holley
University Park/Former Smith Co.

March 29, 2011

Thank you, sir, for your dedicated service to your agency and the citizens of Smith County. May you rest in peace.

PSO CW Edwards
North Augusta Dept. of Public Safety (SC)

March 29, 2011

My condolences to the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Britton. God Speed.

Sgt.G.Prince
Sheriff's Office Wichita County

March 29, 2011

Robert, hey man....stop me if you heard this one...You will truly be missed me friend. I learned a lot from you as my first phase FTO. I am truly honored to have been able to call you a friend. You are an inspiration to many in our family. Great great job my friend. Now, "Walk a beat in heaven, you did your time in Hell". Rest in peace my brother, I will see you again one day!

Chris Dworaczyk
Lindale Police Dept

March 29, 2011

Rest in peace Brother Robert.

Ofc. Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD

March 29, 2011

My thoughts are with you, your family and police family.

Brother of Jeremy Chambers
EOW 04-24-2006

Chris Chambers
Saint Louis Co Police Dept

March 29, 2011

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Robert Britton, and the Smith County Sheriff's Office. 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. Deputy Britton, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

March 29, 2011

As an animal lover, I would have done the same as Deputy Britton. I am sorry his good deed ended his life.

RIP brother. You will be remembered.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi #1249
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada

March 29, 2011

God speed Robert, I looked forward to working with you everyday. You were a great asset to our department !! You will truly be missed !!! I will always cherish last hours we served togther !! You were a mentor and a great friend. Take peace in a job well done !! Guard the gates of heaven with the same pride you took in serving the citizens of smith county !! RIP my brother .... Love ya !!!

B.Adams
Smith Co S.O.

March 29, 2011

Rest in peace, Deputy Britton.

Linda Lamm - LEO wife and sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11.05.04

March 29, 2011

If every Deputy were like Britton what kind of S.O. would we have? The answer is simple, it would be a great department. There has never been a Deputy in my 8 years of service that didn't complain about a call, grip about having to work, or was as caring about the people he worked with or served as Britton. Alot of times we question God, "why do you take the great ones?", but in reality all we can do is trust in God and know that his will has been done.

I'm praying for the family of Deputy Britton and his fellow co-workers (extended family) that "the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:7 NIV)

DISPATCHER/TELECOMMUNICATOR
SMITH CO SHERIFF

March 29, 2011

Rest in Peace

Det. John Creamer
Daytona Beach Police

March 29, 2011

On behalf of the 6,133 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Deputy Britton’s family as well as the members of the Smith County Sheriff’s Office. 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

March 29, 2011

To the family, friends and colleagues of Deputy Sheriff Britton, we would like to express our deepest sympathies. Deputy Sheriff Britton's service will never be forgotten. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

Session 50
The Zone 5 Police Academy, NY

March 29, 2011

Rest in peace Sheriff Britton!
You will not be forgotten!
FACEBOOK salutes you!

Willie Bell Hopewell VA!
Friend Of All Law Enforcement Officers!

March 29, 2011

God Bless Deputy Britton, his family and friends. "I pray that our Heavenly Father may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom." Abraham Lincoln

Officer Jeffrey Blose
Lake AlfredPolice Department

March 29, 2011

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

March 29, 2011

Words cannot take the pain in the hearts of those left behind away, but may you know that there are many prayers with you all. God bless you and guide you through these troubled times.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02

Anonymous

March 29, 2011

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. My condolences to your family, friends and coworkers of the Smith County Sheriff's Office. May you rest in peace.

Off. William F. Shields
Federal Reserve Police/Philadelphia - Retired/Haverford Police

March 29, 2011

We would like to send our warmest regards and deepest condolences to the family, friends and department of Deputy Britton. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult and sad time. Rest in Peace, Deputy Britton and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff

March 29, 2011