Clayton County Police Department, Georgia
End of Watch Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Reflections for Police Officer Sean Louis Callahan
Police Officer Sean Callahan 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. Sean 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 gleaming and
shoes like glass, They are your brothers and sisters of
Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the
ultimate price. Today, like many others, they welcome 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, Ms, Usa Ret
Retired Lt. Walnut Grove Ms. Police Department, Ms Dept. of Corr
December 18, 2012
Rest in Peace, Officer Callahan. May your family feel God's love. comfort, and presence during this sad time.
Reserve Ofc. Travis Allred, #628
LaFayette (AL) Police Department
December 18, 2012
R.I.P. brother Callahan, we'll keep your family and brothers and sisters with the Clayton County P.D. in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you and keep you.
Corporal James Barth
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Honor Guard,Tampa, Fla.
December 18, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and your fellow officers!
Bryce Stevenson
Son of Fallen Police Sergeant Howard Stevenson (EOW 010912)
December 18, 2012
Rest in peace blue brother.
Deputy T. Luttrell
WCSD-TN
December 18, 2012
Rest in the arms of God young warrior hero. Prayers for your family during this tragic time in their lives. Your dedication, devotion and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten,
Retired Police Officer Bob Lester
Midland Police Department
December 18, 2012
With respect and condolences from ATF Atlanta Field Division.
ATF Special Agent
ATF Atlanta Field Division
December 18, 2012
God rest brother, we have it from here. I pray God's comfort for the family and friends who are mourning.
Our Greatest Fear
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again, I hold back a tear.
They patrol in the state, city, county and town,
in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.
The shape of their badges may vary,
but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.
They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,
but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.
To uphold the law is the job that they pick,
with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?
They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,
after their lives have met tragic ends.
Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,
to many have been lost when gunshots ring out.
Our Heavenly Father has called them home,
no more these dark streets do they roam.
Through trial and error they have given their best,
please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again I hold back a tear.
(By Master Trooper Dave “Stumpy” Miller )
Detctive S.Bruinsma
Orange County Sheriff's Office, Fl
December 18, 2012
Rest in peace Officer Callahan and may God be with your family and fellow department members.
The men and women of the
Niagara Falls, NY Police Department
December 18, 2012
Sean, thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. My family is terribly sadden to hear of your passing this morning. Our thoughts and prayers to your family and to CCPD. 10-7, 10-42
Shawn Witmer
Former Clayton Co Pd Officer
December 18, 2012
CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY OF THIS SLAIN OFFICER; WE, TOO, MOURN WITH YOU AND THINK OF YOU. R.I.P. OFFICER CALLAHAN...GODSPEED. BARROW COUNTY 911; WINDER, GA
YVONDA K. JOHNSON, 911 OPERATOR
BARROW COUNTY 911 CENTRAL COMMUNICATIONS
December 18, 2012
My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Sean Callahan. 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 Clayton County, Georgia will not be forgotten. God Speed and God Bless. Rest in Peace Sir .
Final Salute
VIPS 750 Jeff Claybern
Alexandria Kentucky Police Department
December 18, 2012
May God Bless and Keep him! Another angel in God's Army.
Tammy Metzgar
Wife of a Police Officer
December 18, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of my fallen brother Officer and to the Clayton County Police Department. May God give you all comfort during your time of grieving.
Police Officer 4; Brian Leatherwood
Knoxville Police Dept, TN
December 18, 2012
Condolences to Clayton Police, and Officer Callahan's family.
Rodney Harp
Deputy Sheriff, Fulton Couty Sheriff's Office, GA
December 18, 2012
MAY YOU REST IN PEACE..GOD BLESS YOU!
JESCOBAR 1549
SAN ANTONIO POLICE
December 18, 2012
Rest in peace my Brother!! God Bless the family and the brothers and sisters at Clayton Co PD.
Deputy Stephanie Hughes
Catoosa County SO Ringgold, Ga/ LEO Wife
December 18, 2012
I used to work with his stepfather, John. John would talk about his stepson often. He never had anything bad to say, nothing but praise for this young man.
John asked me to go with the two of them to the range a few years ago, where I met Sean. Sean was an exemplary young man, bright, respectful, warm, quick, and just damn pleasant to be around. He was the kind of guy you like right off the bat. You couldn't help but like him. He had a twinkle in his eyes that you'd wish you still had. I knew instantly that all of John's praise was deserved.
The world as a whole has suffered a great loss because you only had to know Sean briefly for him to leave an impression on you. If the world were full of men like him, we would have nothing to look forward to in heaven. God bless you and your family. Rest in peace, sir. You will not be forgotten.
David Siver
Friend of family
December 18, 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 PD
December 18, 2012
RIP brother.
A131
USBP
December 18, 2012
RIP brother Sean.
May God bless and be with your family, co-workers and friends at this very difficult time.
Det. Bevenour
Gettysburg Police Dept
December 18, 2012
RIP Brother. Your sacrifice has struck me deeply and I will remember you when my time comes to assume the watch as you so boldly did. The thin blue line just became a little thinner this day. My condoloences to the Officer's family and Agency.
Detention Officer Robinette
Acworth Police Department
December 18, 2012
Your work is done here on Earth - Heaven has called upon you today, leaving so many words left to say. But now it's too late, for your time has come, words unspoken; I am sure everybody has some. Regrets and wishes are probably there too, but lasting forever are memories of you.
There have been many times that we waved to each other, but we were there for each other in time of need. Now it's time for us to say Good-Bye, until we meet again in heaven to fly. Now go and Patrol the Heavens Above and Watch Below those you Love. Thank you for your service.
Retired TFC Divita Washington
Maryland State Police
December 18, 2012
REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.
Deputy J. D. Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriff's Office
December 18, 2012
RIP Brother
Deputy Anita Price
Bexar County Sheriff's Office, San Antonio, Texas
December 18, 2012
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