Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

There are no words to ease the pain of an unjust death. Many were touched by Vincent's kindness and caring. He was a man of integrity and honor; an asset to the Force and the community. The world is a little bit darker tonight because of the loss and a Heaven brighter because of the gain of this man.
May God Bless Sr Trooper Vincent's family and Brothers and Sisters in Blue and bring His Peace that surpasses all understanding.

Ofc Steven L. Freeman, Retired

August 26, 2015

On behalf of the Westerville, Ohio Division of Police, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Senior Trooper Stephen Vincent and the extended law enforcement family of the Louisiana State Patrol. Rest in Peace brother and watch over us.

I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, But tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.

By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Chief Joe Morbitzer
Westerville, Ohio Division of Police

August 25, 2015

The hearts of every member of the Missouri State Highway Patrol are heavy for our brothers and sisters of the Louisiana State Police. May God bless the family of Trooper Vincent.

Sergeant Cody Fulkerson
Missouri State Highway Patrol

August 25, 2015

Rest in peace and prayers to your family

Ofc Denise Schonowski

August 25, 2015

Rest In Peace.
You won't be forgotten.

J. Mueller, Sgt (Retired)
Illinois State Police

August 25, 2015

RIP Trooper Vincent. Thank for your sacrifice and your service to our great state of Louisiana and all of its residents. Our flags fly at half mast here at the campus of Louisiana College. Rest easy brother, we have the watch. You are home now.

Student Officer Anonymous Anonymous
Louisiana College Campus Police Department

August 25, 2015

So saddened to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.

Reserve Police Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

August 25, 2015

May you be at rest and peace, Trooper Vincent, in the eternal joy of the presence of God. Thank you for your service, especially in your last call.

Winnie Kelly, President
California Animal Control Association

August 25, 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

August 25, 2015

Deepest condolences to Trooper Vincent's loving wife and son. Such a senseless crime. O Divine Provider, grant that the sufferings and the trials of the present day may teach man to know, love and serve You better. Amen.

Chrysa Contarsy
Caring Citizen

August 25, 2015

THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE PROTECTION, AND ULTIMATE SACRIFICE. My prayers are with your family both blood and uniform.

MSHPC124
Missouri State Highway Patrol

August 25, 2015

Thank you so much for your service sir. Prayers to your family and RIP

Dennis Tooley DVM
none

August 25, 2015

The 55th Basic Detention Officer Training Academy sends our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Family, Friends, and Co-workers of Senior Trooper Steven Vincent.

During this time hold close to the memories and good times shared as a source of comfort. Being ever mindful of the pride he embraced when wearing his uniform.

RIP, Senior Trooper Vincent

Respectfully Submitted, Lt. Alicia S. McKinney & the Cadets of Basic Detention Officer Training Academy 55. Durham County Sheriff's Office Durham, NC

Lt. Alicia S. McKinney
Durham County Sheriff's Office

August 25, 2015

Steven may your family , family of blue, your friends, and all those who knew you find comfort eventually in the fact that you are no longer suffering. May the HEROES who stopped and bravely put your life before theirs to apprehend the suspect and render aid find peace knowing they did their very best to protect and serve you Steven, which tells me, that your department and you, yourself, made a difference, for these people to get involved with a man with a gun. Steven, you were an exemplary Senior Trooper and I'm sure you were an extraordinary man, husband, father, son, friend, comrade, and partner. I'm not certain if there's life after death, but I hope there is, because you're life was taken way too soon. So at least you would rest easy on the other side, because you deserve it.

Ret. Detective S. P. Halbritter
CCSO

August 25, 2015

May God Bless You and Your Family. This terrible act of violence plays out far too often in our nation. May you rest in eternal peace with our Lord and Savior. YOUR LIFE MATTERED!!

Cpl. G. Klima
Orange Co. Corrections- Florida

August 25, 2015

So sorry to your family and community for this loss. I pray you are wrapped in the loving arms of Jesus and he may comfort you in your grief. Rest easy sir! Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Mrs. Shara McMahon
Wife of Sedgwick county, KS deputy

August 25, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to your wife and son. Thank you for your service. Godspeed and may you rest in peace brother. You will not be forgotten!!!

Chief Deputy Ricky Johnson
Allen Parish Sheriff's Office

August 25, 2015

Rest in peace brother...lost but not forgotten

Sergeant Dexter Howard
Ohio State Highway Patrol

August 25, 2015

Rest in peace Trooper Steven Vincent, both you and your family will always remain in our prayers. We saw you working tirelessly to make society a better place. With tearful eyes we saw God take you to His loving home. Although you worked tirelessly society remains headed in an ever delinquent way. Thus, God made your golden loving heart stop beating and hard working body rest. God broke our hearts to prove to both society and to us, he only takes the best.

Timothy Dailey, Retired - Juvenile Proba
Allegheny County Juvenile Probation

August 25, 2015

Grateful for your protection and humbled by your sacrifice and that of your family and your brothers and sisters at the Lousiana State Police. My heart breaks for humanity each time an officer is lost in the line of duty at the hands of a violent offender.

Becky Elswick
Grateful Citizen, Milton WV

August 25, 2015

"You answered the call, you gave your all, it's time for your final 10-1, Sir. We GOT the watch from here." RIP.

Sergeant
HPD

August 25, 2015

RIP Trooper Vincent...May God hold you and look over your family and provide peace to them knowing you are home and will be waiting for them some day. Your work on earth here was not in vain and your dept as well as family will miss you greatly.
I thank you for your work to your community and state although I don't live there I know the struggles and hardship officers face everyday.

May God bless your police dept. and hold each of them in his arms as they go out the days following.

E Frye, Dispatcher ( ret. )

August 25, 2015

PRAYER FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS

O Almighty God,
Whose great power and eternal
Wisdom embraces the universe,
Watch over all policemen and
Law enforcement officers everywhere.

Protect them from harm
In the performance of their duty
To stop crime, robbery,
Riots and violence.

We pray, help them keep our streets
And homes safe, day and night.

We commend them to your loving care
Because their duty is dangerous.

Grant them strength and courage
In their daily assignments.
Dear God, protect these brave men and women.

Grant them your almighty protection,
Unite them safely with their families after
Duty has ended.

Please God, grant us this wish.

Phillip L. Johnson, Sr. Retired Officer
Birmingham, AL Police

August 25, 2015

Thank you for your service Sir. Your sacrifices will not be forgotten.

Sergeant
Los Angeles Police Department

August 25, 2015

Trooper Vincent, thank you for your service. May God bless and be with your family in this difficult time you. Rest in peace

Trooper B. Beattie
Washington State Patrol

August 25, 2015