Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

God Bless brother. We have your family in our prayers.

Deputy Bennett
Snohomish County Sheriff

June 13, 2016

Rest in peace

Liuetnant Alex Cotton
6554

June 13, 2016

Rest in Peace Brother! We have the watch from here. May God Bless your Family and Friends.

Sgt. A. OROZCO
ADOT/ECD

June 11, 2016

With saddened hearts. Officer Verdell Smith, Sr has gone 10-42...... Thank you for for your services will be missed but not forgotten.

James Hallgrimson Arrow Security Officer

June 10, 2016

RIP brother officer. Thank you for your courage and service.

Cpl. Bob Barham-RETIRED
AR State Capitol Police-Little Rock

June 10, 2016

RIP

LT. Matt Farruggia
Alameda County Sheriff's Office

June 10, 2016

RIP Officer Smith
We got it from here.

Officer Sandra Snow
Southaven Police Department

June 10, 2016

RIP brother....

Deputy Sheriff Isaac Woltz
Hardin County Sheriff's Office

June 10, 2016

A Prayer for Police Officer Verdell Smith, Sr.:

Lord God, you are always faithful and quick to show mercy. Our Brother-in-Blue, Police Officer Verdell Smith, Sr., of the Memphis, Tennessee Police Department was taken from us suddenly and violently in the Line-of-Duty. Come swiftly to his aid, have mercy on him, and comfort his family, friends, and colleagues by the power and protection of the Cross. Heavenly Father, as we mourn the death of our Brother-in-Blue, Police Officer Verdell Smith, Sr., show us the immense power of your goodness and strengthen our belief that he has entered into Your presence. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Heavenly Father, we ask that you grant us a deeper appreciation for the efforts of all law enforcement officers and officials in our communities, states, and nationwide. For their dedication to our security, order and peace, we give You thanks. May they be encouraged in their work which benefits us ALL. Help us to grow that spirit of community that will make their job both easy and fulfilling. And now may our fellowship together and Your blessing upon them bring a renewed sense of partnership and joy for all of us. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.” [Matthew 5:9 ESV]

“Greater love has no one than this that someone lay down his life for his friends.” [John 15:13 ESV]

Pastor/Chaplain Steven R. Closs, BSBS, LOCM, MNACM
Merrimack Police Department
Merrimack, NH 03054

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department

June 10, 2016

Rest In Peace Brother

Steve Yancey
Forest Hill Police Department, TX

June 9, 2016

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

June 9, 2016

God Speed my brother...Thank you for your service Police Officer Verdell Smith

Lieutenant Cedric A Smith
Mississippi Department of Corrections-Institutions

June 9, 2016

"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 Wyoming Police Department

June 9, 2016

Final Salute Officer Smith, thank you for your service. You are a Hero. Rest peacefully in the presence of God. We are praying for the family and fellow officers.

Former Patrol Sergeant
Johnny Allison
Wylie TX Police Dept

June 8, 2016

R.I.P. BRAVE SOUL..........

Lieutenant
Shelby County (TN) Sheriff

June 8, 2016

Rest in peace Brother Verdell.

Ofc. Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD

June 8, 2016

RIP

Deputy Zak Rodgers
Boone County Sheriffs Dept

June 8, 2016

God Bless you our Brother in Blue. Prayers out to all of your family, friends, and co-workers. I know that you will be missed, but I'm certain that you will never be forgotten.

Former Deputy/Jail Officer
Wayne County Sheriffs Department
Wayne County Mississippi

June 7, 2016

Rest with God Officer Smith. Your years of dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice will not be forgotten. Prayers for your family during this time in their lives.

retired police officer Bob Lester
Midland Texas Police Department

June 7, 2016

Rip brother

Po Connie Duncan
Nypd #113pct

June 7, 2016

Thanks brother I'll see you in heaven rest in peace

Officer Doug Barney's son Jack Barney
Upd

June 7, 2016

Your heroics cannot and could never be praised enough. Though you sacrificed your life, I cannot fathom how many you saved from this maniac's rampage.

Though you are gone physically, you will always be with your family and friends.

God Bless you, Brother and may your eternal rest be ever peaceful.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

June 7, 2016

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Verdell was killed.

To the Smith family, fellow officers, and all who call Verdell beloved, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

My heart broke a little more when I saw you in your recently taken I Matter Photo. Yes, you mattered then and will always matter to your Thin Blue Line family.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Officer Smith gave to his community and the citizens of Tennessee, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on June 4, 2016.

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

June 7, 2016

Rest in peace Officer Smith. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. Our prayers are with your family at this time and in the weeks and months to come, both blood and blue

Debbie
Mom of a Virginia State Trooper

June 7, 2016

Remember Smith Family, You are never alone. God has your back during this difficult time. Lean on the Lord for strength and understanding.

Sregeant K.D. Bowens
Montgomery Police Department Montgomery Alabama

June 7, 2016