Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

When tomorrow starts without me, and I'm not there to see, if the sun should rise and find your eyes all filled with tears for me; I wish so much you wouldn't cry the way you did today, while thinking of the many things we didn't get to say. I know how much you love me, as much as I love you, and each time that you think of me, I know you'll miss me too; but when tomorrow starts without me, please try to understand that an angel came and called my name, and took me by the hand, and said my place was ready in Heaven far above, and that I'd have to leave behind all those I dearly love. But as I turned to walk away a tear fell from my eye, for all my life, I'd always thought I didn't want to die, I had do much to live for, so much yet to do, it seemed almost impossible, that I was leaving you. I thought of all the yesterdays, the good ones and the bad, I thought of all the loved we shared and all the fun we had. If I could relive yesterday, just even for awhile, I'd say goodbye and kiss you and maybe see you smile.But then I fully realized, that this could never be for emptiness and memories would take the place of me. And when I thought of wordly things, I might miss come tomorrow, I thought of you, and when I did, my heart was filled with sorrow. But when I walked through Heaven's gates, I felt so much at home. When God looked down and smiled at me, for His great golden throne, He said "This is eternity, and all I have promised you." Today for life on earth is past, but here it starts anew. I promise no tomorrow, but today wil always last, and since each day's the same day there's no longing for the past. But you have been so faithful, so trusting and so true. Though there were times you did some things, you knew you shouldn't do. But you have been forgiven and now at last you are free. So won't you take my hand and share my life with me? So when tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart, for every time you think of me, I'm right here in you heart!

Anonymous

Scott,

Today (June 11th) was especially hard for your Mother, you know how she hates to see this day roll around. She still has a hard time wondering why? Why my son? But of course we all got together so she wouldn't be so all alone, we ate, we talked alot about you of course, your Mom told Scott stories, and that is something we never get tired of hearing. You was something else!!!!Regardless you are never forgotten, you're always with us, and there is sometimes I am sure you would rather not be if you know what I mean!

Another year has gone by and it is still hard to believe, the older we grow the quicker the years. We will all be with you one day. You are missed as much today as you were three years ago.

Anonymous

Scott,
There is not a day that goes by that you are not thought of, or your name mentioned. We talk about what a wonderful agent you were, the great son, the best friend, the sweetest nephew, and a #1 cousin. Those who didn't know you loved you just the same! The holidays are upon us and we miss you much and would give anything if you were with us; but we know you are in good hands. If there is a law enforcement agency in heaven we know you are working hard. Take care of everyone there.

Anonymous

I hired Scott Deaton as a special agent with the Secret Service. He initially interviewed with me when I was Special Agent in Charge of the Memphis Field Office. He was with the Memphis PD. I was impressed with Scott's desire and demeanor the first time I saw him. He was a steady, capable police officer and agent. I will never forget when the Arkansas State Police called my office and asked if he worked for the Secret Service. I had detailed him to a protective assignment in St. Louis, MO. Normally, he would have flown but this event was so close to Memphis it was appropriate to use an automobile. He was killed when his car apparently hydroplaned during a rainstorm. He was killed instantly.

I would like to thank all the law enforcement officers who provided sympathy to the Memphis Field Office and Scott's family. It was a terrible time. I would especially like to thank the Memphis Police Officers who worked with Scott and traveled to Lexington, KY for his funeral at their own expensive. Finally, the Lexington PD provided the most impressive police funeral for Scott I have ever seen. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of Scott and his parents.

Steve Rutledge

Steve Rutledge
U. S. Secret Service