Officer Down Memorial Page

You have made such an impression on the department showing us that we must enjoy doing what we do and continue to do our job well. We miss and think of laughs you gave to us on a daily basis. Never do we walk through the doors without thinking of the job you did for us. Just as GOD has said unto you just let me also say, JOB WELL DONE. Thank you Shaw Family for allowing Craig to be a part of our lives he will and always is missed by so many.

E911 Tech- K. Smith-Keeton
Lancaster Pd
February 15, 2012

Craig, not a day goes by that I dont reflect on the great man, husband, father, friend, brother, son, co-worker, and warrior you were. It seems like yester day that you were making laugh about your boots not being shined. Man you made such a great impact on so many people. You are truly missed and I know that you are constantly smiling and looking protecting those who you loved.

Chief Keith L. Humphrey
Chief of Norman Oklahoma and formerly Chief of Lancaster Texas PD
November 25, 2011

Your memorial service was the first I had ever attended, and I will never forget it. By the way your many many friends and coworkers spoke of you, you were a blessing to know and a blessing to law enforcement. Thank you for your sacrifice and thank you for your service.

Explorer
August 14, 2011

Thinking of you today, as many other days! I hope you are busy up there watching over all of us especially your beautiful family still down here! The street's of Heaven are surely protected well!!

Deputy Sheriff
Former co-worker @ LPD
August 3, 2011

To Officer Craig L. Shaw, his family and his fellow officers with the Lancaster Police Department:

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

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
June 20, 2011

I remember back in 2006 when I tired out for the dept during the PT test i stopped running becasue I ahd a cramp. Officer Shaw ran upon the side of me and pushed me to my limits. Because of his motivation I passed the PT test and had a chance to thank him. I wished I had the chance to work along side of him and learn from him also on how to be a good police officer. RIP my bro I'll con't to post every year online in your memory. To the family wife son and daughter stay strong and know that GOD is with you all. To the moms and dad just know you both did a wonderful job in raising that young man. He was good friend and person. To the Lancaster Police Dept my prayers are forever with the dept I pray that you all can over come this and other problems that you all have in ur dept.

Officer
Friend
June 19, 2011

Officer Shaw its almost a year since your loss. I did not know you personal, but you are still my brother. I this line of work we are all family no matter what department. I am sure your upstairs watching over us keeping us safe. May God Bless you and your family. Most of all know that you will never EVER be forgotten. RIP

Deputy G. Gutierrez
Dallas County Sheriff's Department
June 18, 2011

Officer Shaw,

I heard your story this week while in DC for Peace Officer Memorial Week. You were honored in DC and you are obviously still greatly missed.
My heart goes out to your family and I know you are always protect them from above.
A prayer for you, your family and for all those we have lost in the line of duty.
Thank you for your sacrifice.

Anonymous
Austin, Texas
May 17, 2011

To My Dearest Craig,

It has been almost a year since you left us, but I still see you walking down those stairs putting on your duty belt, sitting at the kitchen table reading the paper while eating breakfast, and just being your playful self. I miss you soooo much and my pain is indescribable. Most people do not understand what it is like to lose your best friend, your companion, the father of your children, your protector, your confidant, your advisor, and your rock. Although I often wish I would have died along with you on that dreadful day, I know that I must stay a while longer to raise our children and you would not have it any other way. I will always cherish those 20 years of my life. This life will remain lonely and empty without you, but I trust in God's promise that I will see you again one day. Our children and that promise is all I have left. Until then, please continue to watch over the children and I and ask God to please give me strength. I love you now and forever.

Tiwanda Shaw
Wife of Officer Craig Shaw
May 8, 2011

Craig,

Hey brother I think about you all the time and the ultimate sacriface you made. We miss you. I know you are up above looking down on us. If I am able to be half the man you were, I will be able to say I lived a good life. Servo Vita.

Cody
team member
March 19, 2011

Officer Shaw,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Lancaster. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP
February 3, 2011

Yesterday was your Birthday we thought and talked aboout you all shift at the station. We Miss You Craig. You are for ever in our Thoughts and hearts

Anonymous
January 2, 2011

Craig,
Its been almost 6 months since you left us, and we still talk about you all the time. We laugh about this or that when you think of you but most of the time we think about how you were as a person and an officer.
How you spoke of your family your wife your son and you little girl thay were the light of you life. you truly were the officer for other to look to for examples on how to be.

LANCASTR PD DISPATHER
CO-WORKER
December 13, 2010

from your uncle mike,craig we will always love u and your family for ever.we always miss u,u touched ours lives so much

mike snowden
uncle,to nephrew
September 16, 2010

I miss you brother.
Servo Vita

Anonymous
August 29, 2010

Thank you Officer Shaw for your service! You will never be forgotten, because of you our world is a little bit safer now! May you rest your weary head and know that your brothers and sisters in blue will take it from here.

Lisa
August 18, 2010

Rest well brother.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Your life defined you as a hero.
Thank you sir.

Officer Glen McCarty #424
Maplewood Police Department, MN
August 9, 2010

I was given the wonderful opportunity to be one of Craig's training officers when he first started. Craig was an excellent recruit officer and later became a model police officer and SWAT operator. We shared many hours in a police car and I would not trade that time for anything. I decided that I am not sad for my fellow officers or me. WE had the chance to know, share, laugh and love with Craig. I am sad for those who never had this chance. We miss you more and more each day but thoughts of your huge smile and gentle nature are our constant companions and help to make us smile through our tears. We love and miss you dearly.

Detective
Lancaster PD

Detective
Lancaster PD
August 7, 2010

Those whom give us their best and we rely on most in the worst of situations too many times are paying the ultimate sacrifice. Please everyone who sees this, raise your children to show respect and responsability to all humans on all days. Also, can we please learn from this horrible loss and view our law enforcement officers in a caring light - one never knows when we are going to need to call upon them to do their very best for one of us. God Bless Officer Shaw, his wife and children.

Debbie
neighbor
August 5, 2010

Hey Craig -

I see your face on our wall every day, as sad as it makes me, I wouldn't have it any other way. You remind me not to ever take anything for granted, for we are not promised anything. I think about your family. I hope and pray that they are as well as they can be.

We talked about you today and just about every other day. You will always be remembered. You will always bring a smile to our faces when we think of what an honor it was to work beside you and have you on our team!

Police Officer
Lancaster PD
July 24, 2010

Thank you for your dedication and service.Bless your family and God speed.We now have the watch.

Deputy R. L. Matthews
Father of Deputy C. Brian Matthews EOW 9-30-05
July 24, 2010

Another tragic loss to our community. Your bravery and dedication will never be forgotten. Condolences to all of the family and friends of this fallen hero.

Andrew / Detective
Baltimore City Police
July 23, 2010

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Police Officer Craig Shaw,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Police Officer Craig Shaw. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Police Officer Craig Shaw is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

Anonymous
July 22, 2010

My brother is forever in my heart he is my hero. It has been a month and it seems like only yesterday I received the horrible news. I miss talking to him and visiting with him. He was an angel here on earth and now he is an angel with God. I thank everyone for your prayers and your kind words. Rest in Peace big bro I will forever love you.

April Shaw
Sister
July 20, 2010

No matter the distance, we all feel the pain of loosing a brother.

Police Officer
Stratford PD
July 19, 2010