Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

May you rest in peace, Trooper Butterfield, Praying for you and your family during this difficult time. Thank you for your service to both our community and our country!

Kristie Mullins, Lansing, MI Citizen

September 10, 2013

Are hearts go out to the family of Trooper Butterfield for our loss to the State of Michigan and MSP. May h watch over all of us and still protect us going forward.

Director Daryn Rollins
Pinkerton

September 10, 2013

Rest in peace, Trooper. Watch over the rest of us and keep us safe.

Trooper Specialist Peter C. Hooker
Florida Highway Patrol Troop-K Orlando

September 10, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of Trooper Butterfield. Prayers to all of MSP during this difficult time.

You are a Hero Trooper Butterfield. God bless.

Bill and Debbie Nagle, parents of
PO Jessica Nagle Wilson Hazel Park EOW 7/28/2002

September 10, 2013

Prayers from our MSP family go out to Trp. Butterfields. This is a very sad day for all of us.

Wife of a MSP Trooper

September 10, 2013

The Little River Band of Ottawa Indians expresses our sincere sympathies and prayers to Trooper Butterfield's family and to his extended family at the Michigan State Police. Paul was a familiar face in Manistee County for many years, and had a positive & influential impact on our community. He worked side-by-side with all law enforcement partners and was respected for his principled character, work ethic, good humor, and whit. Our Tribal Ogema has ordered all flags lowered to honor our fallen brother: You are missed and will not be forgotten.

Director of Public Safety, Mike Martin
Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Manistee, MI

September 10, 2013

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

September 10, 2013

As I say my prayers of comfort & peace, to his family on this sudden & tragic loss of a brother in Christ's life. May those who will be giving the sentence of justice be done. To those whom have taken the life of Tpr. Paul Butterfield here on earth. Be a swift accurate and just sentence. RIP ~ in heaven Paul Butterfield.

Jeffrey Suhre RN (former Paramedic)
Brother in Christ

September 10, 2013

God Bless You! May you rest in peace with our Lord & Savior!

Undersheriff John O'Hagan
Manistee County Sheriff's Office

September 10, 2013

May you rest in peace knowning that you did not die in vain. To your family and brother troopers, please accept my condolences and prayers while you heal from this tragedy, and may you grow stronger knowing that Trooper Butterfield died because he swore to live up to the standards of the Michigan State Police.

"and if necessary lay down my life rather than swerve from the path of duty."

Officer Bob Kays
California Highway Patrol

September 10, 2013

Rest in peace Trooper Butterfield. Your sacrifice and service to the Michigan State Police and the United States of America will never be forgotten.

Scott Johnson
Walker Police Department

September 10, 2013

Tpr. Butterfields family and co-workers will be in our prayers. We are so very sorry for his loss and thankful for his service to his state.

Sgt. Charles Carty (Retired)
Benton Arkansas Police Department

September 10, 2013

On behalf of the 4,735 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to the family of Trooper Paul Butterfield, as well as, the members of the Michigan State Police. 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.

Keith Barbier, President
American Association of State Troopers, Inc.

September 10, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with Trooper Butterfield's family, friends, post and community. God Bless you for your service and sacrifice sir.

Deputy Jeff Erickson
Chippewa Co. Sheriff's Office , Sault Ste. Marie, MI

September 10, 2013

To the family of Tpr. Paul Butterfield, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers today and every day as you go through this tragic journey.
He LOVED being a trooper and that's exactly what my son said. RIP Trp. Butterfield and proudly join the ranks of all the troops that went before you.

Kathleen Marshall mother of Tpr. Kevin Marshall E.O.W. 07/07/03

September 10, 2013

My heart aches every time I read about a police officer killed in the line of duty, protecting the rest of us.
I'm in Washington state, but still thank you for your service and dedication, Trooper Butterfield. May your family get comfort from reading the reflections on this page.
R.I.P.

Richard Kuipers
Private Citizen

September 10, 2013

With gratitude for the service & dedication I send prayers for the family & friends of this man. I am so sorry for the sensless & tragic loss you face today.

Trish - MI citizen

September 10, 2013

Rest In Peace Trooper Butterfield. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Michigan State Police. Rest in Peace.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

September 10, 2013

May God's strength, comfort and peace surround Offcr. Butterfield's family and colleagues.
May Offcr. Butterfield's light brightly shine blue eternally.

Chaplain

September 10, 2013

Be at peace trooper Butterfield. Your brothers wish you more.

Karen Hobbs
Alamosa, Colorado Police Dept

September 10, 2013

God, as you take another brother, use him well. Let him protect all Police Officers as they go about their duties. Give comfort to his colleagues, family, and all who knew him.

Ex-Chief John R. Graham

September 10, 2013

My prayers are with you and your family-God Bless

Bart Perry
Supervisor-Probation Dept

September 10, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and coworkers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas Kelly Jr., Supervisory FAM
Federal Air Marshal Service

September 10, 2013

RIP Brother.Our thoughts & prayers are with you, your family & your Brothers & Sisters in Blue. Thank you for what you have given, both for your country and your fellow man. God Bless.

Lt. Robert M.Petty (Ret)
North Bergen N.J.P.D.

September 10, 2013

We all feel the pain when such a tragic thing happens. I will pray for comfort to the family, the co-workers and all of people that were involved. Rest in peace Brother!!!

Sergeant Brian Tucker
North Carolina Highway Patrol

September 10, 2013