Bullitt County Detention Center, Kentucky
End of Watch Thursday, March 5, 2015
Reflections for Lieutenant Clifford Scott Travis
Lieutenant Travis, you showed what selflessness truly means and what a leader is, not just a boss. I wish you had sought medical attention so that you might be with us today. You are a hero.
God Bless and may you forever Rest in Peace, Brother.
Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.
March 9, 2015
Rest in Peace Lieutenant Scott Travis. Thank you for your service to this country and your community. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and your department at this time.
Chief Reuben C. Black
Barnwell Police Dept., Barnwell, SC
March 9, 2015
Rest in eternal peace, Lieutenant Travis, for we have the watch now. Your family and your brothers and sisters in uniform, our brothers and sisters, too, are in our thoughts and prayers. May they find comfort in remembrances of your dedication and service.
Deputy Warden Patricia Powers
Philadelphia Prison System
March 9, 2015
Rest in peace Brother.
Lt. A. Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.
March 9, 2015
Rest In Peace Lieutenant Travis
Civilian supporter and future LEO
Lorain, Ohio
March 9, 2015
Rest in Peace Lieutenant Travis. I ask our Heavenly Father to watch over and comfort your family, friends and co workers during this difficult time. Thank you for your service.
Chief Jack Cavanaugh
Lee County Port Authority Police Dept.
March 9, 2015
You will be missed brother.
Transport Officer M. Kouris
North Charleston Police Dept.
March 9, 2015
So sorry to hear this sad news. Prayers for the family and friends of MY Travis.
MAJ Fred Gosart
U.S. Army Retied
March 9, 2015
RIP LT Travis. Thank you for your service.
DET LT TOM BRAWLEY,RET.
COCONINO CO. SHERIFF'S OFFICE, FLAGSTAFF, ARIZ.
March 9, 2015
RIP. Never Forgotten.
Robert R. Rico, Esq.
Los Angeles Police Protective League Panel Attorney
Former Officer
March 9, 2015
Rest in Peace my Brother in Blue.
FTO D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department
March 9, 2015
Rest in Peace Lieutenant Travis. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, co-workers, and friends.
Wm Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP, Trafic Unit
March 8, 2015
We got the watch from here
God bless and God's speed.
Rest in peace brother.
Corrections Officer Paul Schanno
Hennepin County (Minneapolis)- ACF
March 8, 2015
May the good lord welcome you with open arms, for you have done your job
well.
Chaplain Douglas J. Maykowski
Fraternal Order Of Police Lodge #187 Mt. Clemens Michigan.
March 8, 2015
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
March 8, 2015
Rest In Peace.
Det. Andreoli
NYPD-108pct
March 8, 2015
R.I.P. BROTHER Travis!!!
Nebraska Police Officer
March 8, 2015
RIP Brother. Thank you & God Bless.
Lt.Robert M.Petty (retired)
No.Bergen, N.J.P.D.
March 8, 2015
Lieutenant Scott Travis rest in peace you are
now a member of an elite group The Thin Blue Line
of Heroes. There is no greater sacrifice that one can give
for his ellow man. To the Family I salute your lost loved one,
and pray for you during the days to come. Scott will be in
the company of heroes forevermore.
The Thin Blue Line of the Fallen are Standing at attention
in their class “A“ uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, They 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 hallowed place. As you march down the Thin Blue Line of the Fallen, all eyes are focused on you as if to say it will be ok you’re with your eternal partners. A salute follows and a tear can be seen on so many faces. Welcome, you served well. Now come join the ranks, another member of The Thin Blue Line has come home.
Your Brother in Law enforcement
Dr. stan phillips Usa Ret, Ms, Bs
Walnut Grove Ms Police, Lt. retired
Dr. stan phillips Usa Ret, Ms, Bs
Walnut Grove Ms Police, Lt. retired
March 8, 2015
Rest in peace brother, we have the watch now. Thank you for your service. God bless the family, friends, and co-workers of Lt Travis during this time of tragic and sudden loss.
Sr. Ptlmn (Retired) Donnie Meaders
Wewoka (OK) Police Department
March 8, 2015
God's peace and speed Lieutenant Travis. Thank you for your brave, dedicated service. RIP Brother.
P/O R. Popelka #7903
Chicago P.D.
March 8, 2015
REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.
Deputy J. Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriff's Office
March 8, 2015
may HIS light shineperpetual upon his face
Chief Jim Allen (Retired)
Mobile County Child Support Enforcement
Mobile County, Alabama
March 8, 2015
Rest in Peace.
Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY
March 8, 2015
Rest in Peace Lt. Travis. My prayers to your family both at home and on the force. Thank You Sir for your dedication and service.
Karen Perrucci
Sister of fallen LEO Gary D. Pagano
March 8, 2015
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