Flagstaff Police Department, Arizona
End of Watch Saturday, December 27, 2014
Reflections for Police Officer Tyler Jacob Stewart
Officer Stewart, thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice while you were performing your duty. May God grant you eternal life and let perpetual light shine upon you. May you rest in peace. Please say hello to my dear friend Officer Daryl Pierson of the Rochester NY Police Dept. EOW 09/03/2014. May God bless your loving family and friends and the Flagstaff Police Department.
Fr. Donald Wollschleger, Chaplain
Rochester NY Police department
December 28, 2014
Rest in peace, hero. Prayers for you and your family.
Senior Federal Air Marshal . .
U.S. Federal Air Marshal Service
December 28, 2014
To the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Tyler Stewart-I am filled with sorrow in learning of the death of this fine young man. Your loved one served bravely in a very dangerous occupation. He will be forever honored in our profession.
Sgt. Scott Bodah
Syracuse, New York Police Department
December 28, 2014
Rip police officer Stewart rest in gods care.
Police officer Ricardo James
New York city health and hospital corporation
December 28, 2014
Rest in peace
Recruit Debbie Montanez
VCC
December 28, 2014
RIP brother Tyler.
May God bless and be with your family, co-workers and friends at this very difficult time.
Inv. Bevenour
Gettysburg Police Department
December 28, 2014
As you departed the bonds of this earth and touched the face of God, know that the selfless service, commitment and dedication you had for your community, fellow officers and a grateful nation will never be forgotten.
May God comfort in this time of sorrow your family, your fellow officers and all those whose lives you have touched.
You have served your time in hell, now rest comfortably in the arms of God - We'll take it from here.
Capt. James Moore, Retired
Gardner, KS Police Dept.
December 28, 2014
There are those of us on the general public that support our police officers 100% and grieve the loss of such a young life. We will keep Officer Stewart and all fallen officers in our prayers.
John Q. PUBLIC
December 28, 2014
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
William R Sassie, Retired police sgt.
Brawley Police Dept
December 28, 2014
I've had to attend many funerals over the years. Only once have I had to attend the funeral of a Brother on my department. That makes it harder. My heart and prayers go out to this Officer's family and to his other family, the Flagstaff Police Department.
R.Durley, Retired
civilian
December 28, 2014
God shall hold you close and your family throughout all of this.
Daniel McGuire, President
CISM Perspectives, Inc.
December 28, 2014
Rest in peace Officer Stewart. Thank you for serving and protecting our city. Your sacrifice for our safety will not be forgotten.
Sgt Aaron Dick
Coconino County Sheriff's Office
December 28, 2014
Rest in peace my brother. You served with honor and pride. Gone too soon but rest assured in knowing we will take the watch from here.
Deputy Matt Mayfield
Troup County Sheriff's Office
December 28, 2014
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. My condolences to your family, friends and coworkers of the Flagstaff Police Department. May you rest in peace.
Ptlm. William F. Shields
Federal Reserve Police/Philadelphia - Retired/Haverford Police
December 28, 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
December 28, 2014
Officer Stewart, your service was short but you served well. Our condolences to your family and fellow officers from the Flagstaff PD. R.I.P. Brother!
Sgt D. Bowler
Los Angeles Police Department
December 28, 2014
RIP brother, thank you for your sacrifice. You will never be forgotten
Chief Paul Davis
Shenandoah Police Department
December 28, 2014
We grieve your loss, Brother Stewart. We grieve for your family and our brothers of the Flagstaff PD. Your sacrifice and unselfish duty to your community and country will not be forgotten. Rest peacefully. JOB WELL DONE.
Former Prob. Officer
Dearborn Heights, MI
December 28, 2014
P.O.STEWART,
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME! YOU ARE A TRUE HERO!!!
P.O.T.KUCHARSKI #11902
CHICAGO POLICE DEPT
December 28, 2014
Rest In Peace Officer Steward. Thank you for your service. May God's presence be made known in these hours of grieving hearts.God protect the family and friends of this honorable officer.
Margaret Hood Ret'd)
Citizens Watch
December 28, 2014
Rip Brother, All your brothers and sisters around the world are praying for your family and your department. see you patrolling the streets of heaven one day.
Deputy Sheriff
Mecklenburg Co. Sheriff Office
December 28, 2014
Thank-you for your brave service. Rest in Peace.
1st Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Maryland
December 28, 2014
May God Bless you all during this difficult time!
Deputy Chief Patrol Agent Felix Chavez
U.S. Border Patrol, Tucson, AZ
December 28, 2014
"There is no love in a bullet, no sentiment in a gun, we use what we use to get the job done".
I can't understand why such fine young officers must die, when there are so many radio calls and experiences yet to come.
God bless this fine young officer, and deepest sympathy to his family.
retired SGT. Art Salas and family
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Dept.
December 28, 2014
A sad, but sincere thank you, Officer Stewart, for your law enforcement service and ultimate sacrifice while you were performing that service. May God bless and be with you, your loving family and those who were impacted by your life, and the Flagstaff Police Department. May you rest in peace, Sir!
Special Agent Charles McNichols [Ret]
U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command [CID]
December 28, 2014
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