Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace, Brother. Thank you for your service.

Sgt. Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)

December 30, 2013

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Deputy Meyst. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Tulare County Sheriff's Office.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

December 30, 2013

On behalf of the members, Board of Directors, and staff of the American Jail Association, our deepest sympathies and condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Deputy Meyst. May his memory be eternal.

American Jail Association
Hagerstown, Maryland

December 30, 2013

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO! May God
Give the family and friends the strength and faith to deal with this tragic loss. Words can not express my sorrow!

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission
This may be re-posted in the Honor of his death and the death of any Law Enforcement Officer!

Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

December 29, 2013

Deputy Meyst,

Rest well in the arms of God.

To Your Family,

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray, “Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are Your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, loving family, friends, neighbors and caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name and for Your Glory, Amen.”

I have lifted you and your family to God every morning for over two years. Feel those prayers. God is with you, He knows and will ease your pain.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

December 29, 2013

Prayers for the family and friends of this deputy.

c.o. chris poole
bibb co jail

December 29, 2013

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD

December 29, 2013

RIP my Fellow Brother in Blue. My Prayers go to your Family, Friends, and, Co-Workers.

Retired Detective Don Vine #5896
Phoenix Police Department

December 28, 2013

RIP

Stephen Bruet, PPO II
NC Department of Safety

December 28, 2013

Rrest in peace Deputy Meyst. My sincere condolences to your family and department.

Terry Zech Ofc (ret)
VAPD Detroit

December 28, 2013

Rest in Peace Brother. You will never be forgotten.

Transport Officer M. Kouris
North Charleston Police Dept.

December 28, 2013

Godspeed. Prayers for strength at this most difficult time.
With all respect and sadness. Dear God.

citizen of Kern County

December 28, 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 Chad Miner
Powell Police Department, WY

December 27, 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 Chad Miner
Powell Police Department, WY

December 27, 2013

May you rest in peace Deputy Meyst and
may God comfort your family and help them
heal. You will always be remembered.

My deepest condolences to your family.

Maria P.
Deveraux law FIrm

December 27, 2013

Thank you for your service Deputy Meyst. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace...

Chief Joseph A. Edwards
Columbia Police Department, IL

December 27, 2013

May you rest in peace. You gave your best, you gave your all.

Mother of a Sgt
Colorado Springs Police Department

December 27, 2013

R.I.P. BROTHER Meyst!!!

Nebraska Police Officer

December 27, 2013

Tan and green with black leather boots,
Day in and day out this is our business suit,
Up before the sun, and home after it sets,
The sacrifices you made we will never forget,
Patrol Pre-Trial Wiley Mcf and Main,
Different beat, one family the same,
Know this brother though you are gone,
The memories we have shall forever live on,
May The Lord keep you in His loving grace,
May you continue to watch over your family left in this place,
Until He decides our paths should cross one another,
Take care up there my S.O. Brother.

Sergeant Javier Martinez
Tulare County Sheriff's Department

December 27, 2013

May you rest in peace Jeremy Meyst. We will never forget you.

Correctional Deputy Stacey Johnson
Tulare County Sheriff's Department

December 27, 2013

RIP Brother, you will be missed by all who knew you. God bless your wife and children over the loss of a husband and father.

Patrol Sergeant
Metropolitan Nashville Police Dept.

December 26, 2013

RIP Jeremy. I always enjoyed working with you. You were so kind and fun. God bless you and your family. You will be missed and forever remembered.

Duty Officer Heidi Voss
Visalia PD

December 26, 2013

It's takes a special person to embrace the life of a public servant and for ..many ..years Correctional Deputy Jeremy Wayne Meyst did just that ...day in and day out walking in integrity and truth ...deepest regards to his family and to all fellow public servants ..."Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest... we find rest when we surrender unto God our every care ..shall we pray ..Father in the name of Jesus we seek your guidance for every area of our lives our trust lies in you comfort like only you can through the blood of Christ in Jesus name amen ...

this is something ...Correctional Deputy Jeremy Wayne Meyst might have liked ...Correctional Officers Farewell
We all know it can happen, When we put our Colors on. It only takes an instant, Then one of us is gone. Day to day we walk our beat, In God we put our faith. 'Cause we're the law inside the wall, We keep the Public safe. You've done the job that few can do, Your shift is at an end. Farewell my Brother, Rest in peace, On you we could depend.
Correctional Officers Prayer 1

Lord, I ask for courage... Courage to face and conquer my own fears. Courage to take me where others will not go I ask for strength... Strength of body to protect others Strength of spirit to lead others. I ask for dedication... Dedication to my job, to do it well. Dedication to my community, to keep it safe. Give me, Lord, concern for all those who trust me and compassion for those who need me. And please, Lord, through it all... be at my side...

theresa melody
someone who cares

December 26, 2013

Always in our hearts. We'll take the watch from here friend

Deputy Jesus Rangel
Tulare County Sheriff's Office

December 26, 2013

Rest in Peace Deputy Meyst. We have the beat from here.

Brian Daigle
Louisiana

December 26, 2013