Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

On behalf of the California Rehabilitation Centers Honor Guard Team, thank you for your service and sacrifice.

Sergeant Michael Dixon
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

October 7, 2016

RIP brother. I pray for comfort and strength for your family.

Detective Scott Bruinsma
Orange County Sheriff's Office, Florida

October 7, 2016

God bless you Sarge. RIP

Investigator Steven Combre
California Lottery

October 7, 2016

"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 © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

October 6, 2016

RIP Brother

Deputy Anita Price
Bexar County Sheriff's Office, San Antonio, Texas

October 6, 2016

R.I.P. brother, prayers to the family and fellow officer

Officer (retired 30 years) William Tind
El Cajon Police

October 6, 2016

You are a true hero. Rest in peace my Brother.

Detective
Orlando Police Department

October 6, 2016

RIP my Brother, RIP.

Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13

Your sacrifice was far too great.

Thank you for your service to our country and your community.

God Bless you

Quinten Warren, Investigator
Alaska, Special Prosecutions, Medicaid Fraud

October 6, 2016

A Prayer for Sergeant Steve Owen:

Lord God, you are always faithful and quick to show mercy. Our Brother-in-Blue, Sergeant Steve Owen, of the Los Angeles County, California Sheriff's 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, Sergeant Steve Owen 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.

“God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. God blesses those who are humble, for they will inherit the whole earth. God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they will be satisfied. God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy. God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God. God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God. God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs." [Matthew 5:3-10 NLT]

"For the policeman does not frighten people who are doing right; but those doing evil will always fear him. So if you don't want to be afraid, keep the laws and you will get along well. The policeman is sent by God to help you. But if you are doing something wrong, of course you should be afraid, for he will have you punished. He is sent by God for that very purpose. Obey the laws, then, for two reasons: first, to keep from being punished, and second, just because you know you should." [Romans 13:3-5 TLB]

"There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends." [John 15:13 NLT]

"Well done, my good and faithful servant." [Matthew: 25:21 NLT]

Pastor/Chaplain Steven R. Closs, BSBS, LOICM, LOICC, MNACM
Merrimack Police Department
The Peacemakers Prayer Ministry
Chartered by the National Association of Christian Ministers
Merrimack, NH 03054
“An Intercessory Prayer Ministry for Law Enforcement”

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

October 6, 2016

God Speed, Brother.

Sgt. K. Murphy
Union PD, NJ

October 6, 2016

thank you sgt. for keeping the streets of la county safe for all those years. god bless you and your family...

state investigator rodriguez
ca. dept. health care services-investigations branch

October 6, 2016

Rest In Peace. God bless you and LAPD

Retired Chief of Police Johnny MccCurry
West Point P.D.

October 6, 2016

Final Salute Sergent Owen, 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

October 6, 2016

It is heart breaking that we lose one of our own dept. members..Rip Sgt Owen.

Sgt. Roy Beyer Retired
LA County Sheriff

October 6, 2016

Too young to leave this earth. My memory is of a loving, thoughtful second cousin. Our prayers are with is immediate family, brother and family and mother.

Steve, we will see you in Heaven.

Paul and Juanita Alton

October 6, 2016

Your dedicated service, bravery and ultimate sacrifice will not be forgotten Sergeant Owen. Thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and colleagues. R.I.P Sir!

Wm Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP, Trafic & Escort Unit

October 6, 2016

My sorrow and prayers go out to both his families. Your end of
watch came to soon. R.I.P. Sargent Owen. Please keep an eye on
your brothers and sisters in arms. We pray that this suspect gets
what he deserves, the DEATH PENALTY.

Lawrence J Faulkner Sr
Security Consultant

October 6, 2016

Thank you for your service and dedication. Rest in peace brother.

Cpl. M. Davis #2614
Prince George's County Police

October 6, 2016

To the family of Sergeant Steve Owen, friends, Sheriff Jim McDonnell and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
You are lifted up in thoughts and prayers. May God comfort, hold you close and give you peace. Thank you for you service. John 15:13 / Matthew 5:9

Patrolman A.S. Batson
Cherry / O'Berry Hospital Police, NC

October 6, 2016

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-108 pct

October 6, 2016

My deepest sorrow for the family and fellow officers who served with this hero. May God watch over the family and give the some sense of peace during this time of mourning. We have got to stop this madness that is going on. Too many of our finest are being taken.

B.J.Umbenhower
D.A.V. CHAPTER 11 Springfield, Missouri Color Guard.
Son of Chief of Police.Deceased
Their watch is over, now they patrol in Heaven.

October 6, 2016

A police officer should be remembered not by how he died, but how he lived! A great man has gone to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office. Our country is much less safe without you. Rest in Peace Brother.

Anonymous

October 6, 2016

Rest In Peace Sir. Thank you for all you have done. My prayers to you and your family. You were a hero on earth and now an angel in the sky.

Officer . Patrol , use of force instruct
Alhambra police department

October 6, 2016

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Sergeant Owen and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office during this time. Thank you, Sergeant Owen, for your service.

Administration
National Police Wives Association

October 6, 2016

Oh, I am deeply saddened and sorry for what you are going through. Our family has gone through the same tragedy and I know that there are not enough condolences in the world to take away the aching in your soul right now. I pray that comfort comes to you quickly and eases your burden. Know that your husband will never be forgotten for giving his service and his life and you will never be forgotten for your sacrifice. May God give you the peace that this world cannot give.

Rochelle (Smith) Lara
Daughter of Sgt. Larrell K. Smith

October 6, 2016