Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sincere thoughts and prayers to the Merrillville Police Dept and to the family of Officer Nick Schultz. Rest In Peace Brother.

Master Patrol Officer Timothy Leimbach
East Chicago Police Dept

September 7, 2014

Godspeed my friend!

Patrolman Jordan Holland
Claremore Police Department (Oklahoma)

September 7, 2014

RIP Brave soul. Blessed our the peacemakers....

Detective
Marietta PD

September 7, 2014

Rest in peace.

Sgt. Jim Russo

September 7, 2014

RIP Brother, may you be with GOD and may GOD be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain
Pittsburgh PD

September 7, 2014

Avenue of the Fallen

Standing at attention in their class “A“uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, 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 wonderful place.
As you march down the Avenue of the Fallen, all eyes focus on you as if to say “it’s OK, you’re with your eternal partners.”
A salute is followed and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well.
Now come join us in the ranks, another is coming home.
Officer Jim Weaver (#11452), Los Angeles Police Department retired
12-25-2010

Sheriff Jim Weaver (Retired)
Jerome County Sheriff's Office, Jerome County, Idaho

September 7, 2014

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 BMI © 1993 - All Rights Reserved

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

September 7, 2014

RIP brother Schultz. Indiana has lost too many.

Ret Ofc Noreen Cooper
Indianapolis Metro Police Dept

September 7, 2014

To the family, friends and co-workers of Patrolman Nickolaus Schultz-my heartfelt sympathies to you because of this tragedy. All I can say for now is that law enforcement Officers from all over the country mourn the loss of this fine young man. He will be forever remembered and honored in our profession.

Sgt Scott Bodah
Syracuse, New York Police Department

September 7, 2014

RIP!! Thank you for your service!!

Chief Deputy Joseph T. Budner
North Judson, Indiana Police Department

September 7, 2014

Thoughts and prayers to the family and the Merrillville PD.
REST IN PEACE BROTHER.

Sgt. Brian Burton
Fort Wayne In PD

September 7, 2014

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

Supervisory FAM, Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Federal Air Marshal Service

September 7, 2014

Fight the good fight, rest in peace my brother, blessed be to you and your family...

S.W.A.T operator Joe Lech III
Springfield PD Springfield MA.

September 7, 2014

“There is no greater love than this: that a person would lay down his life for the sake of his friends.”
rest in peace brother

chris smith
SBFD unit 511 rehab

September 7, 2014

This is becoming to common place in this nation, when will it end?!..........God help us.... I pray for this officers family, friends and co workers.....enough Father God enough please...

Retired officer
Corning City Police NY

September 7, 2014

God Bless this fine young officer.
I was present last year when he was sworn in & remember him looking so proud to be serving on our Towns Police force.
He is the finest example of a man serving his community & protecting the citizens.
May God give your family comfort.
Thank You Officer Schultz - Your watch is ended.

Brian & Kathie Dering
Residents of Merrillville Indiana

September 7, 2014

Rest in Peace...

Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

September 7, 2014

Rest in peace brother, we have the watch now. We had hoped your fighting spirit would help you survive but God knows what is best for us. Thank you for your example and service. God bless the family, friends, and co-workers of Patrolman Schultz during this time of tragic and senseless loss. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Please, let's all be safe out there.

Sr. Ptlmn/K-9 Hndlr Donnie Meaders
Wewoka (OK) Police Department

September 7, 2014

Always saddened to hear of an end of watch report.

You served your country, community and fellow brothers and sisters in blue. You will be forever remembered!

The thin blue line, becomes thinner, but holds firm!
RIP brother.....from across the miles.

Police Constable SMITH
UK Based Police Force

September 7, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family, friends and your brothers on the Merrillville Police Department. Thank you for your service and dedication.

Rodney Grove
Meijer AP

September 7, 2014

Prayers and condolences to the Merrillville Police Dept and to the family of Officer Nick Schultz. May he Rest In Peace.

Master Patrol Officer Timothy Leimbach
East Chicago Police Dept

September 7, 2014

It was a honor getting to know you during our time in the academy. You will be missed very much but, you will be in my heart forever.

Officer Jeff Ton
Chesterton

September 7, 2014

Rest In Peace Brother Shultz. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and all of the Merrillville Police Department.
I will do everything I can to make sure your sacrifice and your memory will never be forgotten as I ride with Chapter VIII Police Unity Tour to Honor you.

Officer Paul Wein #818
Scottsdale Police Department, Merrillville Police Dept. 94'-01'

September 7, 2014

R.I.P. God bless you and your family.

Retired P.O.
Chicago Police Department

September 7, 2014

I'm sorry man. I was working that night, like you, and we heard a lot of state police traffic regarding an escort crossing Indiana into Illlinois. But why and who? Then we got the news. I was praying even then. Sadly, this morning was the time to say goodbye. We have your family in our hearts as well as Merrillville PD. RIP Ofc. Schultz.

DL

September 7, 2014