Trooper John Joseph Streu Indiana State Police Indiana Saturday, February 20, 1971  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

I still remember that morning when I reported to work and learned of your loss down the road from us. I have never forgotten that day and your memory as well as that of Marshall Larimer's have stayed with me thought my life. I left the field of LE and went into insurance investiagtion, but still highly respect LE and those that gave the ultimate sacrifice.

Donald Hosmer
former ISP Dist 13 Communications
2009-09-13

Trooper Streu your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May you rest in peace

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee
2008-05-23

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR DEDICATION AND SERVICE. YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHSOE. GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL THOSE THAT LOVE YOU.

Van Den Berghe
MANCHESTER, NH
2008-02-12

john, so many years ago i still tear up remembering your ruthless death and the loss of working with you

fred conway
former isp trooper
2007-11-01

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-10-23

I want to thank everyone who has left a reflection! I did not get the opportunity to know my uncle for very long but to read the messages, I know what an incredible man he must have been! Thank you and God bless!

Angela Streu Brown
Niece of John Streu
2007-07-19

I was 19 yrs old and working in ISP Communications when this occurred. I was just beginning what would be my career in law enforcement. During my 33 years with Chesterfield we have experienced the loss of three young officers in the line of duty. Each loss is harder to take than the last. May God bless Trooper Streu's family, that of the Town Marshall, and may they both know their sacrifice will forever be remembered. Rest in peace Brother's.

Lieutenant R.E. Bartley, Retired
Chesterfield County Police, Virginia
2006-10-16

I remember vividly the october night in 1970 you conducted an investigation in Merrillville,Indiana involving me. I sat in the passenger side of your ISP patrol car as you were able to determine no police action should be taken. I expalained the civil nature of the incident to you and you carefully listened to my account and explaination and determined no crime had occurred. I told you of my wish to enter law enforcement and knew I wanted to be a cop since age 5. You told me you had just been on the road a few months and were engaged to be married the next spring or summer. You were a shining example of one of the finest State Police agencys in the country. I was devastated to learn of your murder 4-months later. I entered law enforcement in July of 1983 in Florida and am in my 23rd year of service. You as well as Phillip A. Black FHP are in my thoughts and prayers as I go through my career. I know we will meet again someday. Thank You and God Bless you for your military and law enforcement dedication. I will never forget you brother! SINCERELY,Gus

Deputy A.M.(Gus) de Ibern
PINELLAS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
2006-03-27

Trooper Streu your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Care now. May you rest in peace brother.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept.....Clarksville, Tennessee
2006-02-21

Our Greatest Fear
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
"Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again, I hold back a tear.
They patrol in the state, city, county and town,
in uniforms colored white, green, blue and brown.
The shape of their badges may vary,
but it’s a symbol that they all, proudly carry.
They leave for work with a kiss goodbye,
but some don’t come home, no matter how hard they try.
To uphold the law is the job that they pick,
with such high aspirations, why must some die so quick?
They leave behind loved ones, family and friends,
after their lives have met tragic ends.
Some die in crashes, others hearts not too stout,
too many have been lost when gunshots ring out.
Our Heavenly Father has called them home,
no more these dark streets do they roam.
Through trial and error they have given their best,
please Lord, now grant them eternal rest.
Yet once again the Thin Blue Line is diminished,
an officer’s final tour of duty is finished.
" Officer down", it’s our greatest fear,
and once again I hold back a tear.



Master Trooper Dave “Stumpy” Miller

Indiana State Police Dist 13
2005-12-19

John....I know of the place where you left us. The town of St. John as well as the rest of your beat has grown in population and activity. The "old timers" remember your story & heroism. This great site ensures the younger generation will not forget as well. Thank you for your service & God bless...from a fellow Hoosier.

Special Agent Dennis Duncan
Norfolk Southern Railway Police
2004-03-25

John, you were a pleasure to train and a great shift partner. You took a call that I could have gotten. God rest your soul.

Major Jerome Ezell
Indiana State Police
2004-02-17

Rest in peace Brother John, you will not be forgotten.


Son of G. Truman Wortham EOW 7/15/73

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham
Sand Springs PD OK

Rest in peace brother.......May those brutal criminals responsible for thise murder of the "best of the best" be brought to justice and damned to hell!

Trooper
Pennsylvania State Police