Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Officer Savage, it has been 19 years since you were taken from us. New England law enforcement has continued to thrive, learn and become safer due to the traditions and sacrifices you, your family, and many others have made for us. Thank you for your 7 years of law enforcement service.

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

March 18, 2024

03/18/ 2020 My wife Deb Ordway woke up today and said she had a dream about Stew. Deb was a Sgt on Wellesley P.D. and close friend of Stew’s as well as I was, He started out as a Dispatcher at Wellesley College PD where I was a Sgt at the time. I asked if he was Smiling she said yes. I then told her it was the anniversary of his death. She was floored She said in her dream he was happy and had given her a kiss on the cheek

Detective James Ordway
Natick Police

March 20, 2021

I will never forget that fateful night and being in the vehicle with Stew as we tried to extricate him from the vehicle and save his life. RIP sir!

N. Wheelock
Paramedic

September 26, 2020

Officer Savage,
On today, the 25th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Wellesley. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

March 18, 2020

Rest In Peace

Mark Mottola

March 18, 2020

Rest in peace Officer Savage.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 30, 2019

Officer Savage,
It was an honor and a privilege to have served with you as a member of the Wellesley Police Department. Your commitment to duty, family and community will always be remembered. You were the one who would step up to the plate and go the extra mile to help someone in need or make the arrest to help keep our streets safe. You and your family are kept in my thoughts and prayers always. Rest in Eternal Peace My Brother.

Officer George G. Nelson Jr.
Wellesley Police Department - Retired

May 24, 2017

Think of you often my feisty fun loving cousin, but especially at this time of year. That devilish grin, and wicked sense of snarky Savage humor will never be forgotten. You live on in the hearts of many. You are missed and loved and we were all cheated out of so many memories yet left to make with you. I also think of your sweet Ann that sad sad day you were laid to rest and the emptiness we felt even though there were so many gathered there ... A day of sorrow, of love, of respect, and so much more....May God Bless your fellow officers and keep them safe... Love from Texas, Susan

Susan Savage Lentz
Cousin to Stew

March 4, 2016

I go to the Road Race every year with my dad, Special Police Officer Charles H. Lawry thankyou for your service R.I.P brother.

N/A
Son of PO in Dept.

August 14, 2015

Officer Stu One of the good guys. Always thinking of his fellow officers either on watch or not. A great individual with a smile that would evoke his great personality. always a great back up who was in front of you may you always RIP brother. I think of you often.

Officer J. Richard Tarara
Wellesley PD retired

March 18, 2013

Officer Savage you are remembered by the members of the Boston Police Dept. for your dedication to the citizens of Wellesley. RIP

Det. Michael Kane
Boston Police Dept.

January 6, 2012

Stewie...Found myself thinking about you today and just thought I would drop by here and see your smiling face. I hope you know you will never be forgotten, we still miss you. Till we meet again....God Bless you!

Police Officer
LAPD

November 16, 2011

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

March 18, 2010

It has been 15 years. It seems like an eternity, but at the same time, it's as if you were just here. I treasure my memories still and always will. The world lost a true hero that day - you had so much to give, and in the end that's exactly what you did. Thank you for your love, thank you for your smile, thank you for your laugh and your ability to make me laugh still. Thank you for your guidance, then and now. And thank you for your courage and bravery, to always protect and to serve. I will love you forever and always.
Ann

Ann

March 17, 2010

Officer Savage, today marks the 14th anniversary of your passing. You left behind family and friends, who loved you, but you had a job to do and you did it. Many look at police pursuits as something caused by the police. Common sense would tell anyone that it’s the person behind the wheel of the car being pursued that causes pursuits. You needed to catch that low life that wouldn’t stop, not because it was fun, but because it was your job and no one can know for sure why someone won’t stop until he/she has stopped. You did your job and by the accounts I’ve read here and some of the stories I heard at your funeral those many years ago, you did your job very well. The “Job” misses you.

God Bless and may you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

March 18, 2009

13 years have passed. It's always hard saying good-bye to someone that was
making a difference. Thanks for serving!
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

Anonymous

October 25, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

April 30, 2008

Officer Savage,
On today, the 13th anniversary of your death, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Wellesley. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

March 18, 2008

"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
Sergeant
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
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

February 18, 2008

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Savage and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever. Today, because of the sacrifice Officer Savage has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Savage, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Savage is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

TPD/Special Agent
FBI New York City

October 7, 2007

STU,
LOOKING AT OUR ACADEMY PICTURE TOGETHER AND REFLECTING BACK ON WHAT WAS AND WOULD HAVE BEEN A PROMISING CAREER. KEEP BEING THE GUARDIAN ANGEL FOR US ALL....SEE YOU AGAIN

SGT. D. BETZ
ACADEMY MATE

August 30, 2007

Thank You for your dedication and love.

friends

friend
wcpd

April 19, 2007

Dear stu,
There is not a day that goes by that i dont think of you and our last meeting right before you passed...i will always hold and embrace your love that we shared and how special you made me feel at home and at work...you truly were the love of my life and i still grieve daily because our connection was and still is strong...i regret not accepting your invitation right before you got in the accident and hope in your heart that you know i do and have always still loved you ..i will and still treasure all of our times at work and at home together...i dooo miss you truly....love me

private
colleague;friend:lover

April 19, 2007

Remembering you on the 11th anniversary of your EOW
This is so sad. I'm sure it was hard for everyone to let
you go. They're not the same, I'm convinced. With love from one coast of America to the other.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

March 18, 2007

May you be blessed.

March 18, 2007