Officer Down Memorial Page

Rest in Peace, Officer Bell. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169
February 14, 2012

I was Commanding Officer USS VOGE (FF-1047) from March 1987-August 1989. Scott led our signal gang as leading petty officer and then as chief petty officer. He was the consumate professional, a leader of the highest caliber, a model US Navy sailor, a shipmate and a personable and decent human being. The news of his tragic death deeply saddens me. My prayers go out to his family.

Captain James D. Barton
US Navy (ret)
November 20, 2011

I served with Scott aboard the USS Voge from '86-'88. He was my CPO. I was saddened to hear of his passing. It does not surprise me that he went into law enforcement after the Navy. I'm sure he was as fine a deputy as he was a sailor.
Although I got into some trouble while I was stationed on the Voge, Scott never lost faith in me. I thank him for all he taught me.
Rest In Peace

Steve Glauser
Shipmate, USS Voge
October 18, 2011

I served with Scott onboard the USS Voge in Mayport FL from 5/86-5/90. Scott was my Chief. I just found out about his death yesterday & cannot stop thinking of him. He was a big brother to me. The one thing that I know for sure is that I wasn't afraid to let him know how much I looked up to him. I am completely exhausted with grief and feel so much pain for his family. I have a picture of him & me wrestling in the berthing compartment that I look at with fond memories. It was my hope to catch up with him when I visited Jax this winter. I will have to wait till the day I'm called home now.

Forever in my memory, God bless you & your family Scott.

Steve Angle SM2

Steve Angle SM2
United States Navy
October 18, 2011

We will never forget the heroes who gave their all for us, and you sir are a hero. My prayers are with your wife, mother and brother today as they face another EOW without you, time does not heal the pain in their hearts, it just makes it easier to get up each day. Continue to rest in peace Offer Bell.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

Deb
October 12, 2011

My name is Tanya Workman and I met Officer Bell on April 27, 2005. This was the day that changed my life forever. Officer Bell called me to his car and ran my name and I had warrants for my arrest. He of course arrested me and then asked me a question that impacted me more than anyone will know. He asked me " Don't you have a family?" I started to cry because no one cared enough to ask me this while I was in the streets. Then he told me,"That I didn't have to live like this anymore." And He told me about the saving Grace of Jesus Christ. I accepted the Lord in the back of Officer Bells police car that day and have NEVER been the same
. My marriage was restored and God has given me back all my children. I now go into 2 jails and Lowell State prison to minister to women who were just like me. I often tell them," You don't have to live like this anymore." I am forever grateful to Officer Bell for reaching out to a drug addict like me. I am sure that his reward was great when he went home. Thank you Officer Bell for showing me the way to the cross.
Sincerly,
Tanya Workman

Anonymous
April 28, 2011

To the Bell family, your hero is not forgotten. I know that today is just as difficult for you as that horrible day in 2007. May God be with you and continue you to guide you. A hero forever....

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler FL

Anonymous
October 12, 2010

Scott Bell was a four-oh sailor. Am sure he carried that into his work as a law enforcement officer. Was looking for him to express thanks 25 years later for his guidance and example to what was then a young and naive Navy Ensign.

Saddened and horrified to find the opportunity was missed.

Best I can do now is say thanks shipmate.

Tom

Tom Anderson
USS Voge (FF 1047)
April 27, 2010

To Officer Scott Bell, his family and his fellow officers with the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Officer Bell’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Officer Bell and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, INc
Memebrs and Staff
October 12, 2009

I served with Scott Bell on USS Voge and lost track of him several years ago but have never forgotten him. I just heard about this tragedy and am deeply saddened. He was a truly exceptional person and shipmate and I'm sure he was exceptional law enforcement officer as well.
It is made all the worse knowing that his death was caused by a drunk driver. Rest in peace, the world was a better place when you were with us.

Lt. Jim Marable
US Navy
February 12, 2009

Sometimes you get the bad guy and sometimes he gets you. Officer Bell served proudly and was deeply loved and respected by those who knew him. It is a tragedy to lose him. We never know when our lives on this earth will end, but we can make a reservation in Heaven now and assure us a place when God calls us to Himself. Jesus is the Way, the Truth and the Life
(John 14:6) and He PAID the price for our sins on the Cross so we don't have to pay the penalty for our sins. Yipee! If we accept His payment by faith we can have salvation and spend eternity with Him in Heaven. It is not something we must earn, it is a gift. The most precious one we can ever receive. "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith_and this not from yourselves, it is the GIFT of God_not by good deeds, so that no one can boast." Ephesians 2: 8,9. For without faith, it is impossible to please God. And our faith must be in God's only Son, Jesus Christ.
You were a credit to the uniform, Officer Bell. Thanks for glorifying the Lord
thru your work and witness. My heart goes out to your loved ones left behind and may the Lord comfort them as only He can.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

Anonymous
October 12, 2008

To Officer Scott Bell

On the first anniversary day of your death, please know your memory is honored and revered. Rest in Peace, Officer Bell. I am praying for solace for your family today and each day of their journey as survivors.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Officer Bell gave to his community and the citizens of Florida, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on October 12, 2007.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

Phyllis Loya
mother of Officee Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05
October 12, 2008

Scott and I were stationed together onboard the USS Voge in Mayport Florida. When Scott made Chief, we had an opportunity to get to know one another and became good friends. I had been away from Jacksonville for a number of years and had heard Scott was back in Jax and was on the force. Since relocating back to Jax in 2005 I have thought on many occasions that I should reconnect with Scott. I was actually in the process of doing that when I discovered that he had been killed. My memories of Scott are that he was one of the hardest working and most professional people I have ever met and most importantly he was a great friend. I did not know his family but want them to know that they are in my prayers.



CDR Gene Mershell
US Navy Reserve

CDR Gene Mershell USNR
Friend
April 21, 2008

My friend and brother, you don’t know how sadden I was today when I read your Memorial page.
I'm very proud to have served in the US Navy and the Jacksonville Sheriffs Office with you.
Thank you for serving our county and the citizens of Jacksonville Florida.
I will miss you, my prayers are with your family.
Job well done!!

Ray Reyes
Friend
April 1, 2008

My deepest sympathy to Scott's family. I did not know Scott, but from what I have seen on this page and heard about him, he was one heck of a man. God Bless you Scott for all that you did for your community and your country. Rest in peace my brother.

IN YOUR MEMORY

Don't cry because you think I'm gone,
for I am with you still.
Don't seek reasons to explain
what is simply just God's will.

It's very hard to leave all of you
and everything I've known,
but my work on earth is done now.
Our Lord has called me home.

I know you will find comfort
Just let faith guide your way.
Cause, from the moment I was born,
I have been preparing for this day.

Remember me for the laughter,
that's the greatest gift we give.
Keep me in your heart and mind
because that's where I now live.

If ever you feel you need me,
you can close your eyes and see,
I'm still right here with you,
I'm alive in your memory.

By: Ann Ambrose

Ptlm. C.L. Kornegay #62762
JSO
December 16, 2007

To Officer Scott Eric Bell:

Our deepest sympathy are with you all, but remember this phase always, which helps my daughter & I make it through our time when Trp Jose A. Rosado passed on 1/24/2007.

"Remember the blessing never the losses." May God bless you all.

Love Wanda & Angelica Rosado

November 26, 2007

Rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer
November 21, 2007

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to your entire family and friends. "A Hero does not become a Hero by their death, but by how they lived thier life." God Bless!

Police Dispatcher Sara Singleton
Howard County Maryland Police Communications 911 Center
November 13, 2007

"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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
November 12, 2007

We will keep you, your family and friends in our prayers. You are a hero. Job well done. Go with God.

Corporal Timothy J. Zuniga
UC Berkeley Police Department
November 10, 2007

Officer Bell

You have paid the ultimate sacrifice for your community, state, and county. You are a hero and inspiration to others. Rest easy now in Heaven above as we will carry on down here. The thin line line keeps getting thinner; Rest in Peace.

Douglas W. Bennett
Juvenile Probation Officer Ky Dept. of Juvenile Justice
November 9, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with those
friends and family members left behind who
cannot follow...rest in peace my brother
in blue...we will take it from here.

Officer Adam F. Laser
Westminster City Police Department
November 6, 2007

The highest of distinctions is service to others. -King George VI

Officer Bell -- Your dedication to the good of your community will not be forgotten.

To all those touched by the loss of Officer Bell -- Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association
November 2, 2007

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Everytime I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Officer Bell, especially to his wife. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Eric, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Eric's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Eric's life was about so much more than the way he died. Eric will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Officer Bell, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been almost five years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Surviving Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)
October 28, 2007

I was just looking over the ODMP and visited your memorial when I saw your death was contributed to a drunk driver.My dept is proactive enough to have established a fulltime DUI unit.DUI seems to be the crime that gets the least attention until someone dies. There is 'talk' of stiffening DUI sentencing guidelines here in Alabama but right now that is all it is.It's so odd how a drug trafficker can receive such stiff punishment and a DUI offender is forgotten about. It might be because of the many social drinkers on a given weekend are politicians , politicians family , and even as sad as it is other law enforcement themselves. When their caught it's swept under the rug or evidence for court comes up mysteriously missing.

I grieve not only for your family but the senseless way in which you died. I pray your family has the strength to be outspoken against DUI. Rest in Peace.

OFFICER
HUNTSVILLE ALABAMA POLICE DEPT
October 27, 2007