Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

A real "Hero" taken.
You helped make this world a safer place to live.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Prayers to your loved ones and to your department.

Det. Billy Russo (Ret.)
Nassau County PD, NY.

February 15, 2020

God Bless you Police Officer Matthew S von Seydewitz . Thank you for your service with the New York City Police Department and your search and rescue efforts at the World Trade Center after the 9/11 attack in New York City, such a horrible time in United States history ❤️. Thank you for making the people in the New York City Area. Feel safer. We are all thankful to you for your service, your devotion and your sacrifices, and to your family and friend for their sacrifices. We are so saddened by this terrible news and you will never be forgotten! Our thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, and all of your sisters and brothers in Blue that protect us. God bless you all!! (Matthew5:9)

Kelly & Eddie King

February 14, 2020

God Bless you Police Officer Matthew S von Seydewitz . Thank you for your service with the New York City Police Department and your search and rescue efforts at the World Trade Center after the 9/11 attack in New York City, such a horrible time in United States history ❤️. Thank you for making the people in the New York City Area. Feel safer. We are all thankful to you for your service, your devotion and your sacrifices, and to your family and friend for their sacrifices. We are so saddened by this terrible news and you will never be forgotten! Our thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, and all of your sisters and brothers in Blue that protect us. God bless you all!! (Matthew5:9)

Kelly & Eddie King

February 14, 2020

God Bless you Police Officer Matthew S von Seydewitz . Thank you for your service with the New York City Police Department and your search and rescue efforts at the World Trade Center after the 9/11 attack in New York City, such a horrible time in United States history ❤️. Thank you for making the people in the New York City Area. Feel safer. We are all thankful to you for your service, your devotion and your sacrifices, and to your family and friend for their sacrifices. We are so saddened by this terrible news and you will never be forgotten! Our thoughts and Prayers go out to your family, and all of your sisters and brothers in Blue that protect us. God bless you all!! (Matthew5:9)

Kelly & Eddie King

February 14, 2020

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

February 14, 2020

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Matthew died in the line of duty from illness resulting from the aftermath of 9/11. We shall never forget any of our 9/11 heroes.

To the family, fellow officers, and all who call Matthew 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. I know that that you will receive that same kind of support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Officer S. von Seydewutz gave to his community and the citizens of New York and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on January 27, 2020.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

February 14, 2020

On behalf of the Kentucky Peace Officers' Association please accept our condolences on the passing of Officer von Seydewitz.

Chip Nowlin
Kentucky Peace Officers' Association

February 14, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas H. Kelly Jr., ASAC
Federal Air Marshal Service

February 13, 2020

On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the loss of your Officer, Matthew S. von Seydewitz, from complications from the September 11, 2001 Terrorists Attacks at the World Trade Center Twin Towers in New York City. It is always a huge loss when a fellow officer succumbs from complications from these attacks. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

February 13, 2020

On behalf of Moms Back the Blue of the St. Louis County Police Family Association, we offer
our heartfelt condolences to the family (blood and blue) and friends of Officer von Seydewitz.
We will be forever indebted to you for your selfless service and sacrifice.
Always Honored; Never Forgotten

Proud Moms from
Moms Back the Blue of the
St. Louis County Police Family Association

February 13, 2020

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Police Officer Matthew von Seydewitz, as well as the officers who continue to put themselves in harm's way while protecting their communities and fellow citizens. Thank you for your service. Rest in peace Police Officer Matthew von Seydewitz

CBP Officer(retired), Luis Otero
Department of Homeland Security/Bureau of Customs & Border Protect

February 13, 2020

Rest in peace Brother.

Arrend Hoopes
Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Va.

February 13, 2020

RIP Officer von Seydewitz. Thank you for your service

Sgt. Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police

February 13, 2020

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (retired)
Mobile County Child Support

February 13, 2020

Rest easy brother, thank you for your service. May your sacrifice and memory never fade.

Jerry Matalone #8046 ((Retired)
Des Moines Iowa Police Department

February 13, 2020

God bless you Officer Von Seydewitz. And God bless your family, friends and co-workers. Rest In Peace.

JR Neary Ret. Off.
East LA, CA

February 12, 2020

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service. God's speed sir.

Lieutenant John C. Moore
Wisconsin State Conservation Warden

February 12, 2020

Seydewitz family and friends may God grant you all with a speedy healing. Officer Seydewitz thank you for your Service to your Community and Department. Most of all thank you for your Ultimate Sacrifice that began on 9/11/2001. Its very sad to say that alot of lives were lost that day but we have to also remember that alot of lives were also saved that day because of all the BRAVE and unselfish First Responders like yourself.

Res.Sgt.Rudy Jones
Cuyahoga Falls,OH Police Dept

February 12, 2020

Rest easy brother.

Donald Current
P.O. (Ret)
NY

Donald Current

February 12, 2020

Rest in peace brother.

Donald Current P.O. (Ret)
NYPD

Donald Current

February 12, 2020

God bless you and your family and Department brother you are not forgotten Thank you for your service and sacrifice God walk with you and all my Brothers and Sisters that go do this calling everyday Roman's 13 4

Retired Lieutenant Tommy Pettus
Talladega Alabama Police Department

February 12, 2020

We will remember.

Miss Eleanore Trupkiewicz
Civilian Supporter of Law Enforcement

February 12, 2020

R I P Brother

Herbie Buck Ret. Officer
NYSDOCS

February 12, 2020

RIP Hero

Ed McConnell, Asst Police Chief
OPD

February 12, 2020

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"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 whose 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

Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

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

February 12, 2020