Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Years have passed since that tragic day, however to those who love you and had the honor of knowing you,time stands still for them.

I raise my glass in on honor and memory of you.

To your family and Friends:

May God grant you
years to live.
For sure he must be knowing,
The earth has angels all too few,
And heaven is overflowing.

Officer
Hazel Park PD

August 11, 2006

Scott:
While I never had the honor of meeting you personally, I have met many who did. I know that today you will be with your family and loved ones as they remember the tragic day all of their lives changed. While it pains me that we lost owen, it brings me comfort to know that he is in the best company.

To the Stewart Family:
You are in my thoughts and prayers today. I know that it will never be easy without your beloved scott, but you have all not only been strong through your painful times, but supportive of those of us who were to eventually (unfortunately)feel the same pain you did 4 years ago. I thank you for the letters reaching out, and I'm so sorry that its through tragedy that we had to become acquainted. I wish you nothing but smiles and happiness today and always.

And monica-
I know its never easy, but I admire and am inspired by your strength. I'm here if you need anything (as you have been for me).

XOXO

Amy Jarrous
Fiancee of ofc. Owen Fisher EOW:7/16/05

August 11, 2006

Scotty,

I am sitting here tonight looking at the clock and thinking how you were probably joking with Scott and Dana and not knowing that you would never make it home that evening. How you would never see any of us again, that you would never go back to the house that you saved to buy and worked hard to make your own. I remember staying up late one evening trying to get that wallpaper off the walls. Painting your walls and helping you clean. Going all over creation to get the best deal on a refrigerator, ended up driving to Port Huron to get the deal (you probably spent more money on gas than you saved on that refrigerator) :) I remember the last time you came to visit us in Virginia and the talk we had, I just wish we would have had the chance to finish it when I came home in August. I still have the huge paper cutter you bought me at that garage sale, I will never be able to get rid of that.

I just wish that we would have been able to see you that last trip home we made. I am always early for everything, except that trip. I was one day late... I wish I would have had car trouble, you would have come to help. I wish you would have went home early, but that just wasn't you.
I just wish you would have had the chance to live your life, get married, have children.

I can honestly say that there has not been one day in the past four years that I have not thought about you. I still remember the way you hugged, that look you would have on your face when someone did something you thought was stupid (I met someone else who gives that look, it took me by surprise the first time I saw him do it, he reminds me of you). The way you used to play with Jordan, she still remembers when you lost the rocket you gave her on the roof. She is a great kid, and I know that you are watching over her. Jordan, Haley and Shelby have you as their blue angel and in today's world they need you to watch over them.

So as I watched the clock today, I thought about your last hours and how you never know when your life will end. If there is anything that I have learned from your death, it is that you should always live everyday as if it is your last. Never put things off, always let the people you love know it, don't let little things bother you, do nice things for other people and enjoy life. As we all know too well, life is too short not to enjoy it as much as you can.

So tomorrow we will be with the people who have helped us get through your death. The ones who tried to make it easier, the ones who understood, the ones who were just there, and the ones who miss you too. I don't think all of those people know how much they have helped our family just by being there. You will be on a lot of minds and in a lot of hearts tomorrow.

I love you and miss you!
Andrea

August 10, 2006

It's hard to believe 4 years is here. I miss you everyday and think about you every moment. I'm spending today just like I did 4 years ago working and counting the minutes before I start my furlough. So strange. I remember this day four years ago. I remember kissing you good-bye and you did not want to let me go. I had to pry myself from you. I remember shopping for our camping trip in Colorado. I remember talking to you and trying my best to get you to come home. I knew you wanted to stay and get your felons one last time before you went off for a good month. I remember calling your phone at 2:30am and thinking you had a late arrest since you didn't answer. I thought I would see you around 6am when you climbed into bed and snuggled with me, that was normal. A few minutes later Diego was at the door and the nighmare began.

I think I'll drive over to Corbett later. For some reason I just have to go there.

I don't know how I will spend tomorrow. Most likely surrounded by the people we always were with when we did anything. I know I will go see you and stay there until the sunsets. I'll bring you some chocolate and maybe a little henny.

Someone once told me I could replace you. NEVER!!! No one is you and no one could ever be you. No one could love and care for me the way you did. I know this. You know it. You are one of a kind. I love everything about you. I learned true deep love from you. I learned what it means to truly be happy with someone and want to share a life with that person with you. I learned a lot from you pumpkin.

Now I just live day to day. Waiting. I try to go through the motions - work, have a family, live a life, but....it's really f-up you weren't given the chance to share everything with me.

I know you would have been a great father. I know you would have worked very hard to ensure everything was okay at home. I just wouldn't have liked you working that hard, especially when I could help you. But, you always did like things the way you wanted them, and I could never say no to you.

I miss you Scott. I love you.

I know you'll be with me and everyone else who loves you today and tomorrow. Help bring some comfort to your family and friends. They are really great people and I wish them all smiles through the tears.

I have to go to a cutting. 2 women fighting with a knife. Fun! :( I love you,
Monica

August 10, 2006

Thinking of all of you and hoping that your day is filled with wonderful memories of Scott.

Shelley Meares

August 10, 2006

It has been four years, but I have visited your memorial page nearly every day to pay tribute to a very fine officer that was called home before his family and friends could say goodbye.

There's no question you are resting in a beautiful place, watching over all you left behind.

Thank you for your sacrifice and commitment to making the street safer. You will not be forgotten. We all are very proud of you.

August 10, 2006

I can't believe that it has been four years that you have been gone this Friday. That fateful night is forever etched in my memory. You will always be remembered and thought of everyday. I pray for peace for your family as they are truly wonderful people. So kind and giving! Please continue your watch over them.

Eternally in my thoughts and prayers...

August 9, 2006

Scott,
I met your sister Andrea the other day. I know that I have met others in your family as well. You have an amazing family. They are PROUD of you.
I will continue to pray for them.

Andrea,
If we ever meet when I have my bike, you are free to jump on and ride with me at any time. I know the Warthogs take care of you, but feel free to ride if you want.

God Bless Scott....Phil

SGT Phil Abdoo
Macomb County Sheriff's Office

August 8, 2006

Can't believe it has been four years!

Miss you!!!!!

August 8, 2006

Read this today and it made me think of you and how much you loved nature and being quiet. I miss that! I miss sitting with you somewhere beautiful enjoying the view. I miss our comfortable silence - just being able to sit together, not saying anything, enjoying each others company. I miss you. The below also made me think of your dad - I hope he is doing well in his journey. I know you're with him, just like you're with all of us.

Love you,



Summer Blessings - August 01, 2006

"Thou hast set all the borders of the earth: thou hast made summer and
winter." Psalm 74:17

A few weeks ago, my son Doug competed in the Port Huron to Mackinac
Island sailboat race and not only won, but set a record. His sailing skill
comes from growing up with boats. Picturing him crossing the finish
line on the Great Lakes waters at the tip of Michigan's Lower Peninsula
brings back memories of summers of family boating.

Our family loves to race. But sailing also is a time for us to slow the
pace of life that, at times, can become hectic. Boating is a chance to
really hear friends and family members, and to look and listen for God
through His creation. On boats, I've experienced God in mild southern
breezes and northern gale-force winds, in sunrises and sunsets, in light
reflected on calm water and waves that crash over a bow, and in the
laughter and conversation of people who simply are enjoying the ride and
being together.

I've also experienced God in family and friends. A boat is the ideal
place for togetherness. You stay pretty close to each other on a boat,
and the best entertainment available is conversation. On our boat we do
something we call "Your Turn in the Box Tonight." If it's your turn in
the box, you tell your life story. It's amazing to discover how little
we really know about each other, even our best friends, and how much we
can learn from just listening.

We're plugged in today with everything from cell phones and iPods to
email and hundreds of TV channels. In this digital age, I've said I feel
more analog than most, but I still know how easy it is to forget
there's a world where sounds and sights come from nature instead of an
entertainment center.

And summer's a great time to experience this world, and to look and
listen for God in a special place far from the interference of
civilization. A boat on the water is a wonderful place to appreciate the blessings
of summer. But, for you, it might be a hike in the mountains or camping
in a forest. Your favorite summer place might be a stretch of beach, a
country road, a bike path, your backyard garden or a picnic blanket in
a park.

God created summer and has filled the season with wonders to behold if
only we take the time to look and listen. In this last full month of
summer, let's all make time before the start of the busy back-to-school
school season to experience God in the stillness and beauty of the world
He created before we created so many of the distractions that can
separate us from Him. You just might hear in a birdsong, smell in a flower,
see in a sunset, taste in a fresh ear of sweet corn, feel in a summer
breeze, or notice in a comment from a child a lesson from God that will
refresh and sustain you when you return to your daily routine.

August 1, 2006

Scotty,

Things have settled down a little bit this week, so I thought I would get on here and say Happy Birthday. We spent the day as we have for the past couple of years...we all went to visit you together and the girls sang to you and this year they wanted to have cake, so mom made brownies for the event. Then we went over to the blood drive. This year it was at Kim's church, they did a wonderful job, I am just sorry that people had to leave without giving because there were so many people.

I just purchased my ticket to go to the sibling retreat again this year. I always get so much out of the retreat and meet so many that understand. And the land that surrounds the lodge reminds me so much of you, I feel like you are there with me all weekend long.

It has been a long four years, I still can't even believe that this has happened. There is not a day that goes by that you are not on my mind, and I, like mom wonder what your life would be like now. I know that you would have children. You were always so good with Jordan, can you believe that she starts Middle School this year. She is a great kid and she is going to be tall like you.

We will all be together on the 11th. Dad is even coming in for it. It easier to deal with the day when we are all together, I would hate to spend that day alone. It is good that dad is coming home for the week, instead of being out on the water by himself. Keep watch over him and the three girls.

Jordan and I miss you.
Love,
Andrea

July 18, 2006

Happy Birthday Pumpkin,

My computer is down, so I couldn't get here until now to wish you a Happy Birthday. It's so hard to believe you have been gone almost 4 years now. I hope you had a wonderful birthday in heaven. It's so hard going to the cementary to see you (what's harder is trying to tell myself your there when I know your not - your body is, but you are free and everywhere). I wish I could give you a whole lot of birthday kisses and other things, but all I can do is sing Happy Birthday to you and pour chocolate milk. One day we'll be able to celebrate our special days together. It just seems like it's taking a very long, long time. I'll see you soon.

I love you,
Honey Bunny

July 15, 2006

Scotty,
Just wanted to say "HI". I visit on a daily basis and wanted to wish you a belated B-Day. I had a beer for ya on the 12th. Sarah and I had a baby girl on Shelby's B-day (5-25) and she is adorable. Sarah sends her love and often talks about you as do we all. We are trying to talk Deb into coming out here to Tucson for a visit. Hopefully she can make it soon. Take care and say "HI" to Tim and Pat for me. Until next time.
Kurt

Dep. Kurt Dabb
Pima County S.D. Tucson, AZ

July 14, 2006

Hi Scotty..........So hard to believe you would have been 35.We went out to the cemetery to sing Happy Birthday to you.Last year Haley thought you should have a cake so I made some brownies even had candles. The girls made a birthday card for you, we attached them to a balloon and sent them up to you.Hope you enjoyed reading them.It was so cute they each took a turn pouring the water into the vase and putting the flowers in.

Then we went to the blood drive, organized by Kim and Bill Hart, they had it at her church this year. Alot of people came they even had to put up extra chairs for people to sit.Debbie gave blood, Andrea and I volunteered to help, along with Bill and Megan.I don't give after my fainting spell.I did feel sorry for the three that had to breathe into the paper bag.

I often wonder who you'd be today...would you still be a PO in Detroit. How many childern would you have, would there be a boy to carry on the Stewart name.Would you still be in Michigan or out in the West. You did love it out there.I just wonder....

Dad is enjoying his trip, but he has had his days.I know you are laughing at some of the things that happened. Just keep your eye on him.

I would love to see you again to give you a big hug, but I know that won't happen,BUT I do have the memories, so many happy memories. I try not to think of the sad one.
Your Dad and I are so proud of you as we are all our Kids.
Now we are watching our granddaughters grow into fine young ladies. I know you would have so much fun with them.
They do keep us on our toes.
Sending you a big hug. Always in my heart.
Love, mom

Audrey Stewart
mom

July 13, 2006

Absolutely beautiful post about organ donating. Scott does live on! Not as we once knew him to be, but he is here in so many other ways now! And in heaven, all will be reunited, never to be torn away from each other again. Keep the faith! In our prayers, Scott and his family will remain.

July 3, 2006

I just opened this email today. It brought back many memories about the night you died and how we were asked to donate your organs. You had to die, but others were able to live because of you.

Love you,


The Ultimate Gift Of Life - July 01, 2006

"I am sorry, Mr. and Mrs. . We tried our best, but the damage
was too severe," whispered Dr. K to the distraught parents. He continued, "This is a terrible time, but if
you wish to donate any of your son's organs, I will need to know as soon
as possible."

Deciding upon organ donation was the last thing the parents wanted
to think about. Their only son was only thirty-one years
old, and a life that was so full of promise had now been tragically ended.

As the parents gazed upon the body of their only son,
the grieving parents turned to each other, gave each other a knowing
look, and then kissed their son for one last time.

"Have you made a decision?" asked Dr. K.

"Yes,"
"Our son would want us to chose life. Our son has no use for his bodily
organs now. If they can help someone who needs them, then use them."
"We have one request though. I want the
recipients to have our name and address in case they wish to contact us."

Dr. K nodded and replied, "I understand."

Months later, a large yellow envelope from the hospital arrived. Out slid four letters.

The first was from Dr. K. His letter read, " Dear Mr. And Mrs.
, your son's precious gift has given life to eight
people who would have otherwise died. Of those eight, these few wished to
personally thank you. Best regards, Dr. K."

They took a deep breath and proceeded to open the next
letter. It read, "How can one say thank you for what has been a tragedy to
you? Through your son's death, however, my once failing heart now beats
strong, and my life-long desire to become a teacher can now be a
reality."

Mrs. squeezed her husband's hand, and began to read the next
letter out loud, "I have not been able to see my three-year-old
daughter's face, or gaze upon a beautiful sunset because of my diseased eyes.
Thank you and your son for the gift of sight! Life is so beautiful, and
I will enjoy it to the fullest!"

A sense of serene comfort washed over them as they opened the
last letter. It read, "I am twenty-one years old, and for most of my
life I have been sickly and in and out of hospitals. As I was raised an
orphan, and thus had no one to truly care about me, yours and your son's
gift of life has been the first time I have ever experienced real love.
I can only imagine how hard it was for you to make this decision, but
rest assured, I will put my new lungs to good use. Your gift of love has
given me new hope! Love, Karen"

Tears of both loss and joy began to flow from their eyes.

The reality of organ transplant enables one who has died to give life.
While this Daily Wisdom may appear to be about the importance of organ
donation, its deeper purpose is to show you, the reader, through
example, how Jesus Christ died so that we too may have life. While an organ
transplant may improve the condition of the physical body, Christ's gift
of eternal life enlivens the spirit.

Choose Christ, and choose life!

July 1, 2006

Hi Pumpkin,

Just thinking about you. I finally have a free moment to say hello and I love you on here. I say it all day everyday - you know that.

I cannot believe it's been almost four years since you proposed to me. Almost four years since you have been gone. Things have been okay. Some things don't change, you'd think after all this time they would have but they haven't. You would think I wouldn't feel the pain, anger, or hurt from it, I have - to a point - become numb to most of it.

I think about our relationship and how good it was. We had sooo much love for each other. Love - strong love. Love that has been able to maintain your death. Some think just because I've married and have a child I don't or shouldn't love you anymore. I should just turn my back on you and forget the love we shared. I had to snip at my own mother! Makes you wonder if they ever had the type of love we shared? Makes you wonder since they think that way then maybe they themselves don't know what love is.

I miss you, and everything we use to do. I miss our daily activity. I miss holding you, just holding you like that everyday. We shared that moment up to the day you died. Makes me laugh when I hear.....funny how things change to suit others.

In DC I ran into an older survivor who had a father and cousin honored on the wall. I'll never forget what he asked me "did you move forward?" I told him yes, but I haven't forgotten nor stopped loving. He said, you never do, but you must live. Live. The concept is so hard at times. But, I will live, and love, and enjoy all the Lord will bless me with, the good and the bad.

It's taken me a while to come to this point. I hate that this happened to you, I would give anything to change it, but for some reason, you are where you are, and my time to be there is not yet arrived. I know you are happy. I know you still love me. The signs you send and the dreams I have tell me everything is good.

I love you. I always will.

Honey Bunny

June 25, 2006

Hi Scotty,
I have a BIG favor to ask of you, could you please keep an eye on your Dad as he starts his sailing journey.I know you will sail with him so he is not alone.
Also keep watching over the girls. I know its asking for alot, but I know you can do it.

Thank you for the white Iris.
Always in my heart,
Love, Mom

June 2, 2006

Well another fallen officer last night.Dearborn Hgts,but I am sure you alrready know that. May he now join you in heaven so you can protect all down here..

You are so missed!

May 25, 2006

Scott, I just found out about this site and I just want to let you know you are my HERO. I can recall the night my crew took gun fire from someone who was supose to be in jail but was out on bond. I was working scout 5-32 you and Officer Maples responed. It was 12:00 midnight shift change we were south of Jefferson shot's were exchange the a@# hole was wounded I looked up and so your mug (smile). And I was saying to my self how did you guys get here so fast Maples responed "stew was driving" Well thank god for you. And from that day I knew I had a friend a partner a HERO. I could not say thank you enough you saved my life, my partners life and for that you will never,never die you are in our hearts mind, you patrol with us, walk with us, Thanks "stew" for watching over us.

Police Officer Maurice Dickson
DPD

May 23, 2006

love you,
thinking of you as always

May 19, 2006

Your Dad and I went to the Detroit Police Officers Awards Banquet to present the Scott Stewart award. This year we selected two very desering officers.Dad made the speech, in one part he said you would have liked the two officers as your partners this is how we make our decision, the person with your work ethics.You would have been proud of the ol man's speech.
Then as always he did something that made me laugh. I could hear you laughing to....

The family will be in D.C. to honor you and all the fallen officers.

The girls are doing fine, they are growing so fast. Shelby will turn 5 this month. Jordan made the honor roll, we are proud of her. I went to her band concert, she can really beat the drums.Haley still loves to go to MacDonalds.

Always in my heart,
Love,
Mom

Audrey Stewart

May 3, 2006

Scott, I wish I could have known you in person. Just knowing your parents tells me how much everyone loved you and I wish you knew how proud we all are of you. The service you gave Detroit will be proudly carried on by all DPD officers and each time we attend a memorial, I will pray for your family and friends. I know their pain and I know they all miss you so much. Thank you for your valor.

Donna Rundell
Friend of your Mother

May 2, 2006

Went to the Grand Canyon a few weeks back. Thought about you as I looked out over the ridge. I know you would have loved it. I hiked it a little and sat there with my feet over the edge. All I needed was you yelling my name because I was getting a little fearless in my hike. LOL. I wish you could have been sitting there with me enjoying the peace and beauty. And the rain. Why is it whenever I hike a mountain it has to rain! You had to have been behind that since you found our rain hike at Bowman Lake funny! It seemed strange to do it without you, but then how could I not go and see a place you had been? I thought about how you were there and a very cute picture of you stayed in my mind as I took it all in. I remember you telling me about it. You were right, it was beautiful. I plan on driving out to Yellowstone again this summer. It will seem strange to visit a place you and I went, but it will bring out some very special memories. I just read that a person tends to remember the beloved better when they are not in a state sadness. We'll see. I love you! I'll see you soon.

April 25, 2006

Scotty,

Happy Easter! You will be at the table as always. We love and miss you.

April 16, 2006