Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Patrolman Brian David Shaw

New Kensington Police Department, Pennsylvania

End of Watch Friday, November 17, 2017

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Reflections for Patrolman Brian David Shaw

"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."
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Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell Police Department

November 20, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, friends and coworkers. Rest In Peace my brother in BLUE.

Investigator Esrael Silva
Deaf Smith County District Attorney Office, Hereford, Texas

November 20, 2017

On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Officer, Brian David Shaw, in the line of duty. It is always a huge loss when a fellow Officer makes the ultimate sacrifice. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed. Also are prayers and thoughts to the Cheswick, Frazer and Springdale Township Police Departments where Officer Shaw had previously served before joining the New Kensington Police Department.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

November 20, 2017

So sorry to hear about another senseless murder of a true hero, especially one so young. My sympathy and condolences to the family, friends, and coworkers of Officer Shaw. Rest in Peace Brother. I pray the coward that shot you will be caught and get his just rewards.

Chief Deputy Steve Bennett
Iowa County (WI) Sheriff's Office

November 20, 2017

May God bless Officer Shaw and grant peace to his family and friends, and his law enforcement family at the New Kensington, Cheswick, Frazer, and Springdale Township police departments. Officer Shaw was a true hero.

1/Sgt. (ret.) K. Lewis
Maryland State Police

November 20, 2017

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service and dedication.

Cpl. M. Davis #2614
Prince George's County Police

November 20, 2017

Rest in peace brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Agent Kurt T. Scalzott
PA State Parole

November 20, 2017

My condolences to the family and friends of Police Officer Brian Shaw. May you find comfort in knowing that your dear one is safe in the memory of God, who will remember every detail about him and bring him back again. Jesus told us at John 5:28,29 that there would be a resurrection. Just think of the time when you will see your loved one again, in paradise conditions, here on earth.

Cpl. William Stanback (Retired)
Pennsylvania State Police

November 20, 2017

Sir,
Thank you for your sacrifice and service to your community and our country. Our sincere condolences to your family and brothers/sisters in blue. God speed.

Session 63
Zone 5 Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy
Schenectady, New York

November 20, 2017

Praying for peace and comfort today and in the days to come. With deepest sympathy,

Rita Rocker, Deputy Executive Director
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

November 20, 2017

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Retired

November 20, 2017

Rest in peace brother, we have the watch now. Thank you for your service, you will not be forgotten. God bless the family, friends, and co-workers of Officer Shaw during this time of tragic and senseless loss.

Deputy Donnie Meaders
Okfuskee County (OK) S.O.

November 20, 2017

Rest in peace Police Officer Shaw. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and the New Kensington Police Department.

Wm Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP, Trafic & Escort Unit

November 20, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You are a Hero Officer Shaw. Thank you for doing your job. Rest in peace Dear Brother. God bless. "Heroes Live Forever"

Catherine Garibay Sanchez
Surviving Sister Of
Deputy Sheriff Steven Garibay
EOW February 10, 1987

November 19, 2017

A police officer should be remembered not by how he died, but how he lived! A great man has gone to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the New Kensington Police Department. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace Brother!

Chief (Ret) Steven Marshall
Georges Mills, NH

November 19, 2017

Rest in peace, Officer Shaw. 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

November 19, 2017

REST IN PEACE ....

J. Worthan
Retired Maryland Correctional Officer

November 19, 2017

God Bless, Brian. My thought and prayers to you and your family. Rest easy brother, we have the watch from here.

Tpr. James Sellers
Pennsylvania State Police

November 19, 2017

Officer and Brother Shaw, you will be missed by your family, friends, your community, New Kensington Police Department, and your brothers & sisters in blue around the world! Rest easy, Sir......We will take it from here. God Bless you, your family and friends, and the New Kensington Police Department, may God comfort you all!! SgtSheepDawg

Sergeant / Officer Kevin Mitchell
Northwest Police Department / DoD Police

November 19, 2017

Rest In Peace my brother. My thoughts and prayers go out to you family

Police Officer Mohammed Arida
North Jackson Township Police Department

November 19, 2017

Heart broken to see you leave, but don't worry my little brother! We got it from here... You will forever live a hero!

Officer Mohamad
Coffee City PD, Texas

November 19, 2017

Prayers to the family and colleagues. Rest in Peace blue angel.

Fmr. Deputy Sheriff Miller County, Arkan

November 19, 2017

Rest in peace Brother Brian.

Ofc. Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant Police Department
Nahant, MA

November 19, 2017

Rest In Peace Officer Shaw. Thank you for your service. We will continue the watch.

SA Joseph Price
ATF

November 19, 2017

Thank you for your service ..... May you Rest In Peace

Retired Chief of Police Johnny McCurry
West Point Ga P.D. Past Presidents Ga Association Chiefs of Police

November 19, 2017

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