Officer Down Memorial Page

Matthew Tyner
Colorado Springs Motorcycle Police Officer

Valor has shown you made the step
Your life excelled; far from inept
Every day was an uphill battle to win
As a young man, you often asked when
When will the crown lay upon my head?
Family, true friends; yes, you were led
Led to adhere to the colors you wore
Your first day out, inside you swore
Swore to uphold truth and law
What happened next, no one saw
We see every day, trying to sustain
The ever present dogma wearing at our brain
You were taken for a reason, all can surmise
Rainy day nights, star lit skies
You are now in a place of peaceful sound
Amazing how this happens, you’re heaven bound
You did all you could, you showed you’re might
You’re in the Lords’ lap, no more fight
Please look down, bless all you can
You’re the lucky one, you’re with the Man!!!

Dwayne Banks
July 29, 2012

Citizen of U.S.
Colorado Springs
January 10, 2013

Remembering your sacrifice and the impact it had on me. Watch over us.

Sam Yanez
CSPD Cadet
January 6, 2013

As we start a new year(2013), your service and sacrifice will always be remembered.
Rest in Peace my Brother.

To my active duty Brothers and Sisters, PLEASE STAY SAFE!

Master Senior Investigator Cardell L. Dobbins #188 (Ret.)
Illinois Secretary of State Department of Police District 01, Region 01
January 1, 2013

Thank you for your service and helping to make America a safer place.

Deputy Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office, CO
November 5, 2012

May Matt ride forever with clear skies, the sun at his back and God by his side.

Don Barnes
Harley Owner's Group
September 25, 2012

We honor your service to your community as a law enforcement officer and you will always be remembered and revered. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of our entire family, I wish to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Officer Tyner was killed. May his loved ones continue to be supported by their law enforcement family and other police survivors. Our family grieves with you and for you. To his family, you are in my heart's embrace today. To his mom, I share your agony in losing a beloved son and understand that your life has been forever altered, but want to tell you that I feel my son's presence with me every day and know that your Matthew is forever in your heart and soul.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinguished service Officer Matthew Tyner gave to his community and the citizens of Colorado, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on July 24, 2012.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
September 15, 2012

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

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol
September 5, 2012

Rest in peace my Brother!
"Blessed are the Peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9

Retired Special Agent
FBI
August 18, 2012

To the family and friends of Officer Tyner. I am so sorry for your sad loss, words cannot thank you enough for your terrible sacrifice. May you rest in peace Officer Tyner

Y. Wendy Norris RN
Civilian
August 16, 2012

You will never be forgotten. My heart goes out to those you loved.

Amanda Joy Smith
August 15, 2012

I never dreamed it would be me,
My name for all eternity,
Recorded here at this hallowed place
Alas, my name, no more my face.
"In the line of duty, I hear them say:
My family now the price to pay.
My folded flag stained with their tears;
We only had those few short years.
The badge no longer on my chest,
I sleep now in eternal rest.
My sword I pass to those behind,
And pray they keep this thought in mind.
I never dreamed it would be me,
And with heavy heart and bended knee,
I ask for all here from the past:
Dear God, let my name be the last.
- Anonymous -

Deputy
El Paso County Sheriff's Office, Colorado Springs, CO
August 7, 2012

Rest in peace my brother in blue.

Police Officer II D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department
August 6, 2012

RIP Officer Matt Tyner. Thank you for your service.

Casey Hale
Husband of CSPD Officer
August 5, 2012

God's peace and speed Officer Tyner. Thank you for your many years of brave, dedicated service. RIP brother.

P/O R. Popelka #7903
Chicago P.D.
August 5, 2012

Rest in Peace Matt. Thank you for being a great person and serving with honor. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

2300
CSPD
August 4, 2012

'Blessed Are The Peacemakers'.

Our prayers are with you, your family and friends.

Sgt. Randy Keenan (Ret)
Alameda, CA Police Dept.
August 3, 2012

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Motor Officer R. Hallenbeck
Los Angeles Police Department
August 3, 2012

The world was lucky to have you in it. You may be gone, but certainly you won't ever be forgotten. R.I.P., my brother. We have the watch from here...

Deputy Lisa Kaiser
EPSO
August 1, 2012

Officer Tyner, thank you for your selfless service! My prayers are with your family, friends, and brother and sister Officers. May the Almighty heal and keep all of you.

Timothy Reise (civilian, cousin of retired CPD)
Chicago, IL
August 1, 2012

Rest easy brother. My condolences.

Ofc. O. A. Olasokan
NYS University Police Potsdam
July 31, 2012

R.I.P., Brother.

Det. Randy Evans
Kansas City Missouri Police Department
Son of Patrolman Robert Wayne Evans
E.O.W 10/14/1971
HEROES LIVE FOREVER
July 31, 2012

RIP my Brother.

1773P
CSPD
July 31, 2012

Rest in Peace my Brother....Thank you for your service....You will be missed but never forgotten....I pray that God brings peace to your family and your department....

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Officer Clark
Waxahachie Police Department
July 31, 2012

Your smile was infectious and you brought laughter to all who knew you. It was an honor to call you my brother in blue and even more so to call you my friend. You will be missed, but never forgotten. Rest in peace. We have the watch.

Sgt. Missy Reynolds
Colorado Springs Police Department
July 30, 2012

Matt was one of my 1st childhood friends and neighbor! We started school together, grew up together and graduated together. Matt will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. R.I.P. dear friend :(

Peggy (Neal) McCarty
Childhood friend
July 30, 2012