Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My deepest condolences to the family, members of the department, and those served, at the loss of this detective. May faith, family, friends and time join together to ease everyone’s pain at this time of loss.

While many other career choices were certainly available, this detective chose to protect his fellow man, and for this we give everlasting thanks. As the Good Lord hath said, “Blessed are the Peacemakers.”

Thank you for your service, your convictions and moral character, as well as your devotion to duty. May you now rest in peace, knowing your fellow brothers and sisters will watch over your family and continue the Watch!

Rusty Featherstone, Asst. Dir. (Ret.)
Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, OSBI

May 26, 2013

Keeping you and Your Family in my prayers.

Donna Jones
Mother of Officer Ron Jones

May 16, 2013

its so sad to see this officer lost his life this way. I'm a big fan of the first 48, I've always been under the impression that officers removed their weapons before entering a interview room with a suspect. if that would of been a rule, detective smith would more then likely still be there. my condolences to his family.

steve nichols
concerned citizen

May 15, 2013

Det. Smith,
As a fellow LEO;former Marine I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served in the USMC. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
A fellow LEO;former Marine

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol

May 14, 2013

Semper Fidelis.

Officer J Stewart
MDOC Corinth, Mississippi

May 8, 2013

"Mo chomhbhróin"

Officer Matt Lyons
Oceanside Police Department, California

April 23, 2013

Little did you know that morning, God would call you name. In life you were loved dearly and in death it is the same. My sincere condolences to your wife, family and coworkers. RIP Detective Smith

Robina Browne
Mother to Dep. Sheriff Daniel Browne-Sanchez, Honolulu, HI.EOW 2/10/07

April 21, 2013

I am so sorry that your life was taken. Your wife, family and co workers are in my prayers. Thank you for protecting our families.

Jamie Hamlett
Sister Charles Callemyn EOW 2/17/2007

April 19, 2013

Rest in peace, brother.

Police Officer Weston Dancewicz
Madisonville Police Department

April 18, 2013

"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
Powell Police Department

April 17, 2013

My heart weeps for all

citizen
Tampa, FL

April 16, 2013

May his soul rest in Peace
My condolences to the family

Rui Monteiro
Lavadores, Portugal

April 16, 2013

Gd bless this family who gave their hero to the citizens of his community. Your loss will NEVER be forgotten!

Mother of a Sargeant
Colorado Springs Police Department

April 16, 2013

Det. Smith, I thank you for your sacrifice. I pray for your family as well as your Law Enforcement family. From the reflections that I have seen you were very well thought of and a leader. Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall inherit the kingdom of Heaven.

Sgt. Steve Davis
Port Arthur Texas Police Dept.

April 15, 2013

Rest in peace blue brother.

Deputy T. Luttrell
WCSD-TN

April 13, 2013

My heart really went out to this officer and his wife. i just wanted to send my love to the ones that knew this officer and his loved ones. Psalms 55:22 & Psalms 34:18.

Weight Inspector Davis

April 13, 2013

Rest in peace brother. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Prayers to the family and coworkers of Detective Smith.

Patrolman
Collierville, TN Police Department

April 12, 2013

To the family and friends of Detective Eric Smith and his fellow officers:

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Eric died.

To Detective Smith's family, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Detective Smith gave to his community and the citizens of Mississippi, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on April 4, 2013.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

April 12, 2013

May God continue to bless you and your family while you are going through this tough time in your life.

Records Clerk -Angelia Sorrell
Washington County Sheriff's Department

April 12, 2013

May God embrace you in your journey home and continue to be a comforter for your family.

Communications Officer Sandra Smith
Monroe Police Department

April 11, 2013

Thank you for your time of service. I salute you and your family.

Randalyn Benson
Survivor of Chief James Leonard Speer

April 11, 2013

May you rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and your agency.

WOMAN - Ashley Brandow - WIFE of DFC Brian Brandow - H.C.S.O. - 731

April 10, 2013

My hearfelt sympathy to the family and fellow officers of Detective Smith. May God comfort your hurting hearts. Thank you Detective Smith for your service and sacrifice.

Chaplain Sam Faraone
El Paso TX Police Dept

April 10, 2013

On behalf of the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services in the State of Maryland, I offer my sincerest condolences to the Smith Family and the Jackson Police Department during this difficult time.

PAROLE & PROBATION AGENT
DPSCS-COMMUNITY SUPERVISION

April 10, 2013

R.I.P Officer Eric Smith. You are never forgotten

cody long
FL Law enforcement

April 10, 2013