Wayne State University Police Department, Michigan
End of Watch Wednesday, November 23, 2016
Reflections for Sergeant Collin James Rose
My thoughts and prayers to the family and friends. RIP Hero and thank you. NF!
citizen
November 24, 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."
From one GSP handler to another, rest in peace brother. I'll be praying for your loved ones.
Officer A. Toplyn
Metro Transit Police Dept. EOD K9
November 24, 2016
RIP officer. Prayers to your blood, love and blue families.
Deputy Sheriff Nebraska 9815 Terri Van H
Rock County Sheriff's Office
November 24, 2016
Very tragic and sad. My condolences to the family, friends, Fellow Officers.
Retired Leiut. Armen L. Hagopian
Highland Park, Mi. Dept. of Public Safety (Police Dept)
November 24, 2016
My prayers are with the family of Officer Rose and Wayne State public Safety/ DPD. I graduated from Wayne State in 1981 in Criminal Justice. I remember WSU Public Safety as so very professional and helpful. I am a corrections officer for Michigan Dept of Corrections since 1987, and am at Marquette Branch Prison. In this difficult time we need to lean on our faith. Not for why it happened , but rather for support during this difficult time. Remember you remain in my prayers. Romans8:28
God Bless C/O Steven C. Sharrett
Corrections Officer Steven C. Sharrett
Michigan Dept of Corrections marquette Branch Prison
November 24, 2016
RIP brother
Detective Steven Gordon
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Dept
November 24, 2016
Officer Rose may you be blessed for your service to others. GOD be with your family, friends, and co-workers at this time of loss. We will be praying for them all.
Retired Sgt. Charles Carty
Benton, Arkansas Police Dept
November 24, 2016
Final Salute Officer Rose, 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
November 24, 2016
God bless Officer Rose's family, friends and coworkers and give them strength and peace to get through their grief and pain. Thank you for your service brother.
Sergeant Clark O. Parry
Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office, New York
November 24, 2016
Thank you Officer Rose for your years of hard work and dedication and for paying the ultimate sacrifice for the fine folks in the great state of Michigan. You are a true AMERICAN HERO !!! My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers. May you forever, rest in peace, my brother.
HEROES LIVE FOREVER...
Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon
November 24, 2016
May your memory be eternal and life's lessons ever lasting. RIP....
Inspector Gust
US Customs Detroit
November 24, 2016
R.I.P. BROTHER Rose!!!
Nebraska Police Officer
November 24, 2016
My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
NYC Correction officer Edwin Rivera (R
NYCD
November 24, 2016
Deepest condolences from the Edwards family. Our hearts are broken as we remember how you have ridden in the Police Unity tour in memory of Cpl. Matthew Edwards of the Taylor (MI) Police Department (End of Watch, July 23, 2010). Your service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Chaplain David Edwards
Taylor (MI) Police Department
November 24, 2016
RIP Officer Rose. You are a HERO !!
Sgt. Louis Weller-Retired
Flint, MI P.D.
November 24, 2016
Rest In Peace brother.
Corporal (Retired) Glenn Elliott
Temple Police Department--Temple,Tx
November 24, 2016
RIP my Brother. Thank you & God Bless.
Lt.Robert M.Petty (ret)
No.Bergen, N.J. P.D.
November 24, 2016
Rest In Peace Brother
Captain Steve Yancey
Forest Hill Police Department, Texas
November 24, 2016
Rest In Peace Officer Rose.
Officer James Friedman, Retired
Naval Weapons Station Police Charleston, SC (retired)
November 24, 2016
So sad to hear the sad news just hours from Thanksgiving. I pray that God will wrap his arms around the family during this time on need. To give them the strength and guidance to help them through this time of sorrow. RIP Officer Rose.
SFC Timothy Jones
US Army Veteran
November 24, 2016
You have given your life in the greatest honor and in pursuit of the most profound mission. Officer Rose, you will never be forgotten.
CSO A. Smith
CSUPD
November 24, 2016
R I P Brother
Ret. Officer Herbie Buck
NYSDOCS
November 24, 2016
May you rest in Heavenly peace Sir. Im sure your sacrifice will not go unnotice. May God comfort the immediate family, friends, and fellow officers. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
Former Reserve Deputy Sheriff Eddie Alve
Osceola County Sheriff Office
November 24, 2016
RIP
Deputy Fire Marshal Keith Ebel
Tarrant County Fire Marshal's Office
November 24, 2016
Officer Rose,
Thank you so much for your service and sacrifice for this Country. We pray that the Lord gives your family peace as he has granted our family peace. We will always be praying for you, your family, and the thin blue line.
Civilian Chadd Owen
LASD Sgt. Steve Owen's Son
November 24, 2016
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