Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Lieutenant Shawn Thomas Anderson

East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana

End of Watch Saturday, March 18, 2017

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Reflections for Lieutenant Shawn Thomas Anderson

Rest in peace Lt. Anderson.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 6, 2020

Thank you for your lunch service

Mark Mottola

March 18, 2020

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Shawn was killed.

To the Anderson family, fellow officers, and all who call Shawn beloved, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace. I hope that your family knows that a nation mourned for you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Lt. Anderson gave to his community and the citizens of Louisiana , and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 18, 2017.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

September 16, 2018

I hope everyone will find comfort in Acts 24:15 - "And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous." Until we see our loved ones again on an earthly Paradise, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

August 24, 2018

5 miles in your honor Sir. You are not forgotten.

Detective Michele Nelson
Riverside County Sheriff's Department

March 19, 2018

May you rest in peace. Lord, please bring peace and comfort to his family. Becoming a member of law enforcement is truly the work of a courageous person. Surely there are easier ways to make a living. Never knowing what they are walking into, or may run into during a tour, they are the daily hero's. The noblest profession on earth. Thank you Sgt. Anderson. This country owes you and your family a debt that they cannot possible begin to repay.

Sgt. K Ford.
NYPD (Ret)

May 20, 2017

Rest in Peace Brother. We have the watch from here. May God Bless your Family and Friends.

LT. A. OROZCO
ADOT/ECD

May 8, 2017

Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service. As you join our brothers and sisters in the hall of heroes, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Vires et Honorem

Ptlm FrankKapusta
Mohawk PD

May 4, 2017

Rest In Peace Brother

Captain Steve Yancey
Forest Hill Police Department, Texas

April 10, 2017

Rest In Peace my Brother. We have your watch from here.

Chief David Anderson
City of Carencro

April 3, 2017

Our deepest condolences goes out to sergeant Shawn Anderson, his friends, family, and co workers. Thank you for your service and may you Rest In Peace.

Session 62
Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Academy

April 3, 2017

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray Psalm 91 over all LEO’s and this prayer also:

“Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are Your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, loving family, friends, neighbors and caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name and for Your Glory, Amen.”

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

I have lifted your family to God every morning for over six years. I pray that Shawn's life and death will bring glory to His name.

Trust those prayers. God is with you; He knows and will ease your pain.

Our faith helps us to see beyond the grave.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

April 1, 2017

R.I.P. BROTHER Anderson!!!

Nebraska Police Officer

March 30, 2017

RIP my Brother, RIP.

Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13

Your sacrifice was far too great.

Thank you for your service to our country and your community.

Investigator Q. Warren
Alaska AGO Special Prosecutions,MFCU

March 30, 2017

Rest with God Sgt. Anderson. Your dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice will not be forgotten. Prayers for your family during this time in their lives.

retired police officer Bob Lester
Midland Texas Police Department

March 30, 2017

When I start my tour of duty god, wherever crime may be, as I walk the darkened streets alone, let me be close to thee. Please give me understanding with both the young and old. Let me listen with attention until there story's told. Let me never make a judgment in rush or callous way. But let me hold my patience, let each man have say. Lord if some dark and dreary night i must give my life, lord with your everlasting love portect those special in my life.

James Hallgrimson Armed Security officer

March 30, 2017

RIP my brother!

Lieutenant Ray Waters
Pitt County Sheriff Office, NC

March 29, 2017

Rest In Peace Brother.

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

March 29, 2017

A real "Hero" taken.
You helped make this world a safer place to live.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Prayers to your loved ones and to your department

Det. Billy Russo Ret.
Nassau County PD, NY

March 28, 2017

Rest now ,

patrolman D.Morley#971
Cleveland Police retired

March 27, 2017

Thank you sir for your prior service to the country and current service to the citizens of East Baton Rouge Parish, LA. May the Lord comfort your family and fellow Deputies of the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's Office during this very difficult time. Rest in Peace Sir.

K. Shipp, Special Agent
VA OIG-CID

March 27, 2017

"The Final Inspection"
The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"
The policeman squared his shoulders and said, "No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.
But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."
Author Unknown

Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell WY Police Department

March 27, 2017

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called sons of YHWH". Mattityahu 5:9

Rest In Peace, my brother. Thank you for your service. May GOD comfort your family and friends.

Retired Chief Jim Spratlen
Durango Police Department

March 26, 2017

Be at peace Brother. We will take it from here.

Deputy Sheriff Anthony Bryson
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office

March 26, 2017

Rest in peace, Sergeant Anderson. You deserve your divine reward.

May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time.

God bless and protect the Thin Blue Line that protects us all.

Private Citizen Kathryn Felts
Mother of & Family Member of Law Enforcement

March 24, 2017

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