Officer Down Memorial Page

Shawn,

I had the honor of escorting your family to their seats at the Police Memorial in Washigton D.C. on May 13th. I'm sure it was a very moving and difficult night for your family. I will remember your name and story for the rest of my life and only wish I could have made it easier for your family. God bless you, your family, friends and community.

Lt. Mark Wodell
Freehold Borough police Dept. Freehold, NJ 07728
May 16, 2012

My husband is a Lake City Police Officer. Shawn was his partner & friend, we miss him very much.

Yesterday we went and visited Shawn's grave. My kids had not seen it yet so I wanted to take them. I was filled with tears before we even got out of the car. We walked over holding hands and saw everything people had been leaving. It was so overwhelming to see how much he was loved and cared for. We all cried, trying to make sense of it all but there were no words just tears.

Then my son, who is 11, turned to me and said, "Mom, its okay to cry, Shawn's life meant something. It has to be sad so his memory doesn't go away." I couldn't have said it better!!

Shawn will NEVER be forgotten because Heroes Live Forever!!

Rachel Foss
Lake City Police Wife
April 25, 2012

Shawn,
The fondest memory of you I have is at the Lake City Parade with you on the bicycle, distracting me from directing traffic. I'm sure my FTO didn't appreciate it very much, but you were so friendly I couldn't just tell you to go away.
There's a hole in my heart that will never be filled.
I miss you.

Trooper Edvard Aspnes
Minnesota State Patrol
April 4, 2012

I am still hoping to hear your voice on the other end of the radio when the mic opens up, and we will all wake up from this nightmare.
Not a day goes by where you don't enter our thoughts and prayers, we miss you Shawn...

Deputy Sheriff RTL / 505
Wabasha County SO
April 3, 2012

My sympathy to the Family and fellow Officers of Officer Schneider.You will never be forgotten.Rest in peace Sir.

Mn. resident,Father of an Officer
February 26, 2012

RIP Sir, Never forgotten

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
February 23, 2012

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiance Dennis. Every time 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 officer they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Officer Schneider. 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. I can also be found on Face Book.) You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Shawn 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 Shawn's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Shawn's life was about so much more than the way he died. Shawn will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Officer Schneider, 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 fiance Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been nine years and he's still very much missed and forever loved.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)
February 3, 2012

To Shawn's Family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We are sorry for your loss. Shawn will remain in our hearts and memories.
The New Middletown Police Dept.
New Middletown, OH

Officer Donald Bova
New Middletown Police Dept.
January 24, 2012

Dear Family Members,
We are so sorry for the death of Shawn. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Your husband and the Father of your children is a true HERO, and Heros are not forgotten.
GOD bless.

Robert D. Marron Retired
Peabody Police Dept. Massachusetts
January 19, 2012

Rest in Peace Brother

British Police Constable
United Kingdom
January 17, 2012

Just seen the link on a British Police Blog.
Thinking of the family and friends

Detective Inspector
British Police
January 16, 2012

Whatever our duty, or wherever we serve, we are all brothers and sisters in this most honorable calling. We have lost yet another brother who we must never forget.

My deepest sympathy to both his family and his police family. My thoughts and prayers are with them. May he rest in eternal peace.

Sgt. Tom Waller, Cincinnati P.D., Ret.
Greater Cincinnati Police Historical Society
January 16, 2012

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Officer Shawn Schneider and the Lake City Police Department during this time. Thank you, Officer Schneider, for your service.

Staff
National Police Wives Association
January 13, 2012

Rest in peace and thank you for all you have done for not only your community but the state of MN. You will be dearly missed.

Gone but not forgotten #208

Thankful citizen
Owatonna Minnesota
January 13, 2012

515 208

Officer Shawn Schneider out of service EOW 12-30-11 You are our HERO, You made the ultimate sacrifice, Never will be forgotten.

Adam Eversman
January 9, 2012

Blessed are the peacemakers, they are the sons/daughters of god.

resident of Lake City
anonymous
January 9, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Schneider family along with the Lake City Police Department from your 'family' on the Chicago Police Dept.
Rest in Peace, our 'Brother.'

Sgt. Al (r)
Chicago Police Dept.
January 9, 2012

I send my prayers to friends,coworkers,and family to the officer who so bravely gave his life.I am a victim of domestic disturbance i thank all the officers for there great work in helping the needy. all my love

victim of domestic disturbance
victim of domestic disturbance
January 8, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of this brave officer. Rest in Peace.

Sheriff Ray Foster
Buchanan County Sheriff's Office
January 8, 2012

Our Deepest Condolences to the family and friends of Officer Schneider. Vade in pace.

SCSO Honor Guard
Sangamon County Sheriff's Office, Springfield, IL
January 8, 2012

Officer Schneider I did not know you personally but I Thank you for your service to your community. I am from Minnesota myself and currently stationed in Ohio. Your loss is felt everywhere. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and fellow officers. RIP #208 Gone but NEVER forgotten.

SPC Chris Wanhala
Unted States Army
January 7, 2012

My thoughts are with you, your family, LCPD and the community you served. I sincerely appreciate your service and sacrafice.

Officer MWS #777
Saint Paul Police Department
January 7, 2012

Shawn, I did not know you but know some of your family and know you protected the communities I grew up in. Thank you for your service. I grieve for your family, our friends, department, acquaintances, and the peace of Lake City. I grieve for your loss as well. You are a hero and that will never be forgotten. Reading these posts, I am in tears as I'm reminded of the larger family that exists for those who serve. So many lives touched by the sacrifices public servants make. Thank you to those far from SE MN but giving your support.

To the Schneider Family, know that you have the support of your close circle, as well as that which extends farther than the eye- you have the hope and strength of the city, county, state, nation, and abroad! Here is to you as we grieve at your side and look to tomorrow, that peace and happiness will again shine through one day. You will get through this. We all will.

EMT & EMD
January 7, 2012

RIP #208 EOW 12/30/11..

You will be missed by many.. your Job will never be fully understood , to those who have lost someone in the line of Duty -- we understand completly.
May your family find peace and comfort in all the support they will be givin. Our Prayers and support go with your Family and Co- Workers... You touched many and will continue to do so for ever!!!!


Cousin of Officer Sean Wissink Des Moines PD. EOW 2/11/07

MICHELLE RODEWALD - ROSEMOUNT MN
January 6, 2012

My condolences to the the family of Office Schneider and the law enforcement community of Lake City, NM. My thoughts and prayers will be with you as you heal from this tragedy. Thank you for the valuable service that you provide to our country. Rest in peace.

Matt Schweyer
Ohio Dept. of Rehabilitation and Correction
January 6, 2012