Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

From a fellow Australian Police Officer.
To my fallen brother in blue, the thin blue line just got even thinner... May you rest in peace, go with god now and stand watch over your loved ones from above.
You may stand down Michael, I now have your watch...

Senior Constable Darren CASH
Queensland Police Service, Australia

June 10, 2012

RIP Deputy Smith, My thoughts are with your wife and children....

Michael J Kranyak,
Bridgeport CT Police Department

June 10, 2012

RIP brother! God speed to you and His grace to your beautiful family!

Detective Kenny Smith
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

June 9, 2012

your service will not be forgotten. rest easy deputy.

Trooper Paul Latham
New York State Police

June 9, 2012

My deepest condolences to family and friends. God Speed Brother

Rest in peace, we will carry on the fight. In Valor there is Hope, thank you for your service God Bless your friends and family in this time of need

June 9, 2012

Deputy Michael Smith rest in peace you are now a member
of an elite group The Thin Blue Line of Heroes. There is no greater sacrifice that one can give for his fellow man. To the Family I salute your lost loved one, and pray for you during the days to come. Michael will be in the company of heroes forevermore.

The Thin Blue Line of the Fallen are Standing at attention in their class “A“ uniforms, badges of Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the ultimate price. Today, like many others, they welcome gleaming and shoes like glass, They are your brothers and sisters you to this hallowed place. As you march down the Thin Blue Line of the Fallen, all eyes are focused on you as if to say it will be ok you’re with your eternal partners. A salute follows and a tear can be seen
on so many faces. Welcome, you served well. Now come join
the ranks, another member of The Thin Blue Line has come home.


Your brother in Law Enforcement

Dr. Stan Phillips, Usa Ret
Walnut Grove Ms police Ret

June 9, 2012

Rest in peace my brother. You will be forever missed Mikey. A true hero and friend.

Deputy Dusty Kilgore
Upton County Sheriff's Office

June 9, 2012

"The Final Inspection"
The policeman stood and faced his 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 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

Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell Wy Police Dept.

June 9, 2012

God rest you brother and God bless your family.

P.O.Mary Scheider (retired)
Jersey City Police Dept.

June 9, 2012

Thank you for your service and dedication. May God watch over your family and protect them. Brother, we now have the watch.

Deputy R. L. Matthews N.C.
Father of Deputy C. Brian Matthews E.O.W. 9/30/2005

June 9, 2012

For Deputy Sheriff Michael Smith:

The law officer is always expected to make direct response to all emergencies. The officer is trained to determine the speed that is most appropriate to the situation. Risk of collision is always a factor. We regret that Mike would be the next officer to meet with such a fate.
We pray for Mike's family, friends, co-workers and all who care about him. May they be ready to reach-out to one another in the time of need.
We are proud to render Deputy Michael Smith, a soldier-of-the-law, a final salute.

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

June 9, 2012

God has received a geat and honorable brother to serve in His police department on Your arrival. You now serve with the best of the best. Know all your brothers and sisters left behind will keep your name and honorable service alive in memory for years to come and they will care for your familt. Rest in peace, give Jesus a hug. In Christ.

Tom Bradley, Retired
Phoenix AZ PD, AZ STATE CHAPLAIN FOP

June 9, 2012

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

June 9, 2012

Thank you for your service and may God give your family comfort and peace knowing your with him and doing the biggest job yet: on duty in heaven!!

Mary Ann Cramp
sister to William L. Wright EOW 4-11-12

June 9, 2012

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.

Reserve Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

June 9, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! Thank you for your service! You will not be forgotten!

Bryce Stevenson
Son of Fallen Ceres Police Sergeant Howard Stevenson, EOW 010905

June 9, 2012

Rest In Peace Brother. Keep watch over us all.

P.O. W. Goulding
Corsicana PD, TX

June 9, 2012

My family and I want you to know that our deepest thoughts and prayers are with Deputy Smith's family, friends, co-workers, and agency. Rest In Peace Deputy Smith for you were taken from us far too soon but we will carry on for you…

SGT Mike Allen (Retired)
California Highway Patrol

June 9, 2012

Rest well my brother. Your sacrifice was not in vain. As you take the watch in heaven we'll take the watch here. May God grant the family both physical and Law Enforcement peace and comfort. Always in our prayers.

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13
Rev. Carlos Stapleton
JCSO, Chaplain Fairview VFD

June 9, 2012

RIP DEPUTY MIKE SMITH ----YOU ARE A TRUE HERO-----THANKS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY FOR ALL THE SACRIFICES YOU HAVE MADE TO PROTECT AND SERVE. PRAYERS FOR YOUR FAMILY.

LOUISE WHITAKER ----FRIEND

June 9, 2012

God bless the fallen officer and his family. You are in our prayers.

State Traffic Officer Retired #8441
Calif. Hwy. Patrol

June 9, 2012

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Michael Smith. Another Hero taken too soon. May God comfort you and your family as you go and touch the face of God.
Your service and sacrifice and bravery to the citizens of Upton County, Texas will not be forgotten. God Speed and God Bless. Rest in Peace Sir.


May the children of Deputy Smith, know that their Dad, is a HERO who we will not forget and will forever be in his debt for all he has done for us. Deputy Smith. Thank You sir for your service and protection to us all, may you rest in peace. God bless you and your family.

VIPS 750 Jeff Claybern
Alexandria Kentucky Police Department

June 9, 2012

God Bless, We Care

Krista Miller Raymond, Concerned Civilian, Western MA

June 9, 2012

Heartfelt condolences to all of Dep. Smith's family and friends. May God embrace everyone with courage to face this loss, strength to meet each new day, and peace of heart that their loved one's memory will forever be with them.

Chaplain Jerry Steele
Coquille, Oregon Police Dept.

June 9, 2012

God Bless. Rest in Peace. My thoughts and prayers to you family

R. L. Drake
Detective (Ret.)
NYPD

June 9, 2012