 | Deputy Kevin Douglas Mathews
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office
Florida
Friday, March 6, 1992 |
Kevin, I remember you so well. We had just finished going to instructor techniques class when you were killed. I remember all of us riding our motorcycles out to eat after the last day. Your positive spirit, love of your job, and love of motorcycling left such an impression on me.
You were an inspiration to me in the short time I knew you. I eventually became a motorman, too. I still think about you. Officer Robert Worcester
Tequesta Police Department
2009-10-07
Kevin , I think about you everyday and 16 and a 1/2 years I still miss you terribly. I miss all the crazy things you did ,how happy and positive you were about life and your job and being a Motorman.You were the best partner I ever had at work and in training. You know you were my best friend and like my younger brother. God bless you and your family. Steve Retired Motor Deputy Steve Wexler
Palm Beach County Sheriffs Office- Co worker
2008-11-15
Today on the 16th anniversary of your death, we pause and say a prayer for those you left behind.
Rest in peace Motorman, you are not forgotten.
Chief John Roelants (retired and also former motorman RBPD Fla)
Deborah Roelandts (911 retired)
Oconomowoc Wisconsin Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Town of Oconomowoc
2008-03-06
YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
2008-03-05
"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
2007-12-15
Kevin...We all miss you Robert Mathews
Brother
2007-07-09
DEPUTY MATHEWS, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. GOD ONLY TAKES THE BEST TO HELP HIM WITH HIS PLANS. KIMBERLY KIDWELL
DAUGHTER OF FALLEN STANFORD OFFICER GARY KIDWELL
2007-03-06
G-d Bless.
2007-03-06
15 years and time has not diminished your sacrifice.
Thank you for your service and for choosing such a
difficult career.
Lynn Kole
Washington State
2007-03-06
To the family and friends of Deputy Kevin Douglas Mathews, and most especially to Deputy Mathews himself:
On this the fourteenth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered. Rest in Peace, Deputy Mathews.
May his loved ones continue to be comforted and supported by your law enforcement family, and by other police survivors who share this painful journey with you.
In reading the reflections about Deputy Mathews, it it obvious that he was well-respected and cared for by many people.
His valor and dedication will never be forgotten, and his memory will be forever revered.
Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD eow 4/24/05
2006-03-06
Kevin it's been along time since you passed and a day doesn't go by without thoughts of you and all of the guys at your house...We miss you ! Det. Fred Araujo
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office
2005-06-07
Miss you Brother Det/Sgt Scott Rodriguez
Marion County Sheriff's Department
2004-10-25
Brother, I look at a photo of you and I about everyday and miss that great sense of humor you had. You are still missed. Detective/Sergeant Scott Rodriguez
Marion County Sheriff's Dept.
2004-10-25
rest in peace motorman. Ofc. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Dept.
2004-01-30
It's hard to believe it's been over 11 years now. Kevin was a true friend and inspiration to me. He had a demeanor and personality that was admirable and was a true gentleman. I miss him very much. Firefighter Bryan Fields
Martin County Fire-Rescue
Kevin was an excellent Law Enforcement Officer and gentleman. He is missed by all who knew him. Cpl. Dean Johnson
Palm Beach County (FL) Sheriff's Office
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