Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in heavenly peace

Mark Mottola

March 2, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Smith.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

February 9, 2020

I ran in uniform in the 2019 (Run to Remember Los Angeles). After I finished the race, I was provided with a photo of Officer Rodney Smith. May GOD bless Officer Smith and his family. His photo will remain on my desk until I retire to remind me of the sacrifice Rodney gave for his country. My condolences.

Sergeant Jeff Beacham
Los Angeles Police Department

July 31, 2019

I hope that everyone can find comfort in Revelation 21:4 where it says, "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." Until we see him again in Paradise, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

August 14, 2018

Dad, I miss you and I really wish you were here. If I was there I would have jumped in and saved you. I’m sorry dad

NA
Na

August 5, 2018

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

To the family, fellow officers, and all who call Rodney 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.

I hope that your family knows that a nation mourned for you. In reading the many reflections left for you, I can see what an impact you made on so many people.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Rodney gave to his community and the citizens of Kentucky and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 2, 2018.

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

July 28, 2018

Deepest condolences to Family, Department and Friends. Visit the web site ImagineHeaven.net for a glimpse of the Glorious Reunions awaiting. All law enforcement men and women indeed qualify as "Foxhole Christians" with their duty dangers. As Ray Comfort at LivingWater.com says "Passing is the doormat they wipe their feet on before entering Heaven.” It is our belief they will hear from the Lord Himself. “Do not fear. for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the Kingdom” (Luke 12:12).

Joe Lanier (a former Asst. Chief of Jasper, Texas PD)

April 16, 2018

So, sorry to hear of Rodney's Passing ...
May The Father of Peace & Comfort be near you ...
My Family Sends Tearful Condolences to Rodney's Family, Friends, Department ,Community & Country ...
Thank You Rodney for Your Brave & Unselfish Service ...
RIP Rodney , Son of Valor, with Honor .
Gone From Our Arms ... Forever in Our Hearts ...

Ms. Karen Morgan PSY & LE GRAD
Eagles Wing Baptist Church ,SD

April 4, 2018

Rest in peace.

Investigator Stephen Trejo
Donna I.S.D. Police Dept. Tx

March 28, 2018

Thank you for your service. May your family find peace knowing you will never be forgotten.

Lt. Drew LaMaster
Sellersburg Police (IN)

March 23, 2018

On behalf of Point 27, I would like to offer condolences for Officer Rodney Scott Smith. Please know we are eternally grateful for Rodney’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.

To honor Officer Smith, Point 27 sent 27 Thin Blue Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9, to Chief, Hickman Police Department, for Rodney’s partner and fellow officers. Point 27 sent Folded Flag Necklaces engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Officer Smith’s family members.

Point 27 is a Non-Profit Organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, by sharing scripture on Dog Tags and Jewelry called Shields of Strength.

We will never forget and we are forever grateful.

Sincerely,


David Dodd
Colonel, US Army Retired
Director, Point 27

David Dodd, Colonel US Army Retired
US Army Retired and Point 27

March 22, 2018

May God wrap his warming hands around the grieving friends and family of this Peacemaker, Sheepdog and Eternal Hero.

John 15:13 "Greater Love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends."

Matthew 5:9 "Blessed are the Peacemakers, for they shall be called the Sons of God."

Thank you Police Officer Rodney Smith for laying down your life for the Community you Swore to Protect. RIP Officer Smith.

Police Officers John & April Jones
Killeen PD, Texas

March 14, 2018

Rest in Peace Officer Smith

Police Officer Ahmed Danso-Faried
White Plains Police Department

March 12, 2018

God, filled with mercy, dwelling in the heavens' heights,
bring proper rest beneath the wings of your Lord,
amid the ranks of the holy and the pure,
illuminating like the brilliance of the skies the soul of Rodney Smith who went to his eternal place of rest.
May You who are the source of mercy shelter him beneath Your wings eternally,
and bind his soul among the living, that he may rest in peace. And let us say: Amen.

Bill Mann
Civilian Supporter
South Pasadena, CA

March 12, 2018

Rest in peace brother. You are a true hero.

Jamie Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office

March 12, 2018

May God welcome you with open arms. Thank you for your service.

Sgt. David Osborne Jr
Tennessee Highway Patrol

March 11, 2018

May the amazing grace of God be the strength needed for Officer Smith's family and friends at this time of grief. We are so saddened by this news of him giving his life in the line of duty. May he rest in peace for a job well done of serving and protecting.

Chaplain James Gysel
Calhoun County MI Sheriff's Office

March 10, 2018

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE

N.J. TROOPER (RETIRED)
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

March 8, 2018

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God”. Matthew 5:9

Thank you for your service. May you rest in peace, my brother.

Retired Chief of police Jim Spratlen
Durango Police Department

March 8, 2018

Officer Smith, this is a horrible tragedy for everyone who knows and doesn't know you, but of course the brunt of the pain is felt by those closest to you. We pray for them at this time and know you will never be far from them in spirit.

God Bless you, Brother and may you forever Rest in Peace.

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

March 8, 2018

Rest in peace brother. You are a true hero.

Jamie Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office

March 8, 2018

Every morning I go to my knees.  During that time I pray Psalm 91 over all LEO’s and this prayer also:

“Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm.  They are Your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil.  If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, loving family, friends, neighbors and caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain.  Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name and for Your Glory, Amen.”

I know that God sends those angels to watch over our officers, sometimes to protect them and sometimes to whisk our officers into His presence.

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf.   Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

I have lifted your family to God every morning for over six years.  I pray that Rodney's life and death will bring glory to His name.

Trust those prayers.  God is with you; He knows and will ease your pain. 

Our faith helps us to see beyond the grave.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

March 7, 2018

My family and I would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends, and fellow coworkers of Police Officer Rodney Scott Smith during this very difficult time. May they find comfort and support from those around them. May the happy moments from the past bring forth precious memories to cherish for a lifetime. May God help heal their aching hearts. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace Police Officer Rodney Scott Smith.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit Police Officer Jennifer Fettig eow 2/16/2004

March 7, 2018

My condolences for the tragic loss Officer Smith. My thoughts and prayers are with you and his family at this difficult time.

Rest in peace brother.

P.O. (Ret) Donald Current
NYCTPD/NYPD

March 7, 2018

God bless you brother and your family

Judge /retired SC Trooper Danny Lynn
Aiken County, SC

March 7, 2018