Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

At the beginning of every shift I supervise, myself and the other officers on shift dedicate the day to the memory of a fallen officer.

Tonight, June 6, 2004 we dedicated the shift to the memory of Police Officer Michael H. Wise II who died in the line of duty just yesterday.

When one law enforcement officer falls, we all stumble for a while, but we will carry on.

Officer Wise's sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Paul Bissonnette
Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Surrey, BC

June 6, 2004

Ofc. Wise,

You truly are a hero. Your brothers in blue could only wish to be as stong as you. My prayers are wiht you and your family and all the members of the Reading Police Department. RIP.

Ofc. BM Damon
T/ Manlius PD, NY

June 6, 2004

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Wise,his family,friends and the Reading PD.May your attacker face the ultimate punishment.Rest in peace brother.

Texas Peace Officer
University of Houston Downtown Law Enforcement Academy Class 89

June 6, 2004

The life of another hero is taken too soon. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Wise. May the Lord give you strength and bless each of you during this time.
Rest in peace for your watch here is over; walk in heavens beat and guide us all to protect and serve others safely.

US Ranger Catroppa
National Park Service Kennesaw GA

June 6, 2004

May God Bless You Officer Wise, Your Family, Friends and Fellow Officer's.
God had a need for you in his Kingdom and he has a place for the sespect in Hell.

Deputy Constable LC Downing
Wharton Co. Texas Pct. 2

June 6, 2004

My prayers go out to this young man's friends and family, especially his wife and child. I cannot bear to think of all the pain you are feeling. May you all find comfort in your loving memories and in the knowledge that Officer Wise is a true hero. God Bless you all. - An officer's wife.

wife of a police officer
Loudoun Co. Sheriff's Office - Virginia

June 6, 2004

What a tragedy, my heart is heavy with your loss. To the family of Officer Wise and the men and women of the Reading Police Department, the Public Safety Group - Detroit want to express our deepest sympathies for your loss. Michael's sacrifice, as well as your own, will never be forgotten. God Speed and take comfort in the knowledge that Michael, first chosen by God, then anointed by God, has now been called home by God.

Special Agent
Immigration & Customs Enforcement

June 6, 2004

My thoughts and prayers are sent to your family, friends, and colleagues with the Reading, PA Police Department Officer Wise. I’M FREE

AUTHOR UNKNOWN

DON’T GRIEVE FOR ME, FOR NOW I’M FREE
I’M FOLLOWING THE PATH GOD LAID FOR ME.
I TOOK HIS HAND WHEN I HEARD HIM CALL.
I TURNED MY BACK AND LEFT IT ALL.
I COULD NOT STAY ANOTHER DAY.
TO LAUGH, TO LOVE, TO WORK OR PLAY.
TASKS LEFT UNDONE MUST STAY THAT WAY.
I FOUND A PEACE AT CLOSE OF DAY.
IF MY PARTING HAS LEFT A VOID,
THEN FILL IT WITH REMEMBERED JOY.
A FRIENDSHIP SHARED, A LAUGH, A KISS,
AH YES, THESE THINGS I TOO WILL MISS.
BE NOT BURDENED WITH TIMES OF SORROW;
I WISH YOU THE SUNSHINE OF TOMORROW.
MY LIFE’S BEEN FULL, I’VE SAVORED MUCH;
GOOD FRIENDS, GOOD TIMES,
A LOVED ONE’S TOUCH.
PERHAPS MY TIME SEEMED ALL TOO BRIEF;
DON’T LENGTHEN IT NOW WITH UNDUE GRIEF;
LIFT UP YOUR HEARTS AND SHARE WITH ME;
GOD WANTED ME NOW.
HE SET ME FREE.

Tonya Stephenson
Delaware County Private Citizen, PA

June 6, 2004

On behalf of the men and women who serve and work for the Georgia Perimeter College Police Department, our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Michael Wise's family, friends, and,co-workers with the Reading Police Department.

As a 26 year resident of Pennsylvain I find this to be a very sad day. To our brother in blue may you rest in peace. God bless, now you can walk Heaven's beat.

Officer Johns
Georgia Perimeter College Police Department

June 6, 2004

The coward that took your life wouldn't even show his face when being filmed on the news.

Hold your head high Brother, you died a hero...

Thank you for your sacrifice.

Patrolman
Glassboro PD, NJ

June 6, 2004

Another hero has been taken from us. Even though I did not know you personnally, all of us in law enforcement feel your loss. I know there is a terrible hole torn in the hearts of your family and friends, and there is little that can be said to help. I remember the words of the Lord when he said, "Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God." May the gentle hands of the Lord touch those left behind with his healing touch. Rest in peace until the last day when we will all be raised up for the final roll call.

Lt. Stephen Jackson
Bicycle Patrol Unit, Baton Rouge PD

June 6, 2004

There are people in this world who dedicate their lives to making our lives better...safer, at the risk of losing their own. They don't risk their lives to achieve personal wealth. They rarely receive the respect that such dedication and bravery deserves. They ask for nothing in return. They risk their lives to serve and protect us all; even those who do not appreciate such sacrifice. Their names often go unmentioned in the great stories of heroes and legends. And yet they put on the uniform that they have pledged their lives to, and they kiss their husbands or wives and children not knowing if they will be coming home at the end of their watch. And all to often, they do not. These are the silent heroes that keep us safe so that we may live our lives without fear. These are women and men, like Police Officer Michael H. Wise II, whose love for others outweighs their concern for their own personal safety.

This is undoubtedly one of the most tragic days in Reading, Pennsylvania’s history. On behalf of Carpenter Technology’s Department of Health, Safety, and Asset Protection Services, I send my condolences to the family, friends and fellow officers of Police Officer Michael H. Wise II. May he rest in peace and never be forgotten.

"Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God". "Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."

Matthew 5, Verse 3-9

Donald L. Keim, Jr.
Carpenter Health, Safety And Asset Protection

June 6, 2004

Another American hero has died at the hands of a coward. You laid it all on the line, stood up for what was right and paid the ultimate sacrifice. You will not be forgotten.
Ofc. Michael Wise II, you are a true American HERO. Rest in peace brother. To the family and friends of Ofc. Wise I extend my deepest sympathy. To the members of the Reading Police Department keep up the good work and be safe.

Cpl. Bryan Taylor
Hillsborough Co. Sheriff's Office Tampa, Fl.

June 6, 2004

My prayers go out to the family and friends of Officer Wise recently I lost a friend (fallen officer Sergeant Clifton Rife) II to a senseless act of violence I pray it all stops soon

Officer L. C. Goodwin
Metropolitan Police District of Columbia

June 6, 2004

Mike, your sacrifice and dedication to your community will never be forgotten. Your memory will be forever carried on by the lives you touched through your service to others, the people you have worked with through the years that will miss their brother but hold him in their heart whenever they are called into difficult situations, and the family that loves you always. While many will on this day say you were a hero; they will be wrong. You were a hero all the time. My heart goes out to the Wise family, truly one of the most gracious, down to earth, kindest,true to the heart, families in our community. Mike was a reflection of that family and is a great loss to this community and this country. As we greive Mike's death, remember his life with a smile for the good he brought to this world, and the stewardship he provided to his fellow man. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mike's Family, Friends, his past brothers that have served with him in various other respects, and his Brothers with the Reading City Police Department. We all feel your sorrow. Rest in Peace Brother Wise. May the wings of angels protect you now.

Ptlm. Robert Peebles
Cornwall Boro Police Department, Cornwall, Pennsylvania

June 6, 2004

MY FAMILY AND I SHARE IN YOUR LOSS OF ANOTHER FELLOW OFFICER WHO GAVE HIS LIFE. OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY, FRIENDS AND TO HIS FELLOW OFFICERS.

DET/SGT D. R. FELSING SR
SEA ISLE CITY NJ

June 6, 2004

Rest in peace knowing that you did a Job Well Done.......

1942
PPD

June 6, 2004

Rest in Peace and God be with you brave officer.

Provincial Constable
Ontario Provincial Police

June 6, 2004

To the family, friends, and co-workers of Officer Wise,
You are in my prayers, P.O.Michael Wise II, is walking Gods beat now, and watching over all of us.
We will not forget him, and all the other angels that are walking Gods beat.

Mother of Clint Walker EOW 1-14-04

June 6, 2004

Officer Wise, your heroic actions will never be forgotten. Not only have the people of Reading, PA lost a hero but we all have. Rest in peace brother we will take over from here. God has other work for you to do.

PO Richard Eckert
Town of Chester PD, NY

June 6, 2004

Sometimes it is difficult to understand why some things have to be. But in His wisdom God has planned beyond our powers to see, so look back in tenderness.Cherish who you got...forget who you don't...love who you had....remember when he is gone.
From heaven your light Officer Wise shall shine bright on the whole world for all to be embrace.
Death, the final sleep;
no the final awakening
By Walter Scott.

Teresa Goss
ShaDco, Jacksonville, Fl

June 6, 2004

My heart and prayers go out to the family,friends and co-workers of Off. Michael Wise. What a senseless tragedy. I have visited this site everyday since the death of my niece, Det. P.O. Jennifer Fettig (E.O.W. 2-16-04). It so hard to believe that another officer has died in the line of duty. May God watch over you. He now has another angel on patrol for him.

Kimberly Anderson

June 6, 2004

REST IN PEACE..... THANK YOU FOR PROTECTING US. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO OFFICER WISE'S FAMILY, FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS.

DISPATCHER
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA

June 6, 2004

Rest In peace my friend. God be with you and your family.
Job well done.
we will take over watch now.

Patrolman Sam Decker
Hokes Bluff PD, Hokes Bluff, AL

June 6, 2004

Please remember the fallen officers we have lost. Remember the men and women who died trying to make this world a safer and better place for us all to live in. Thank you Officer Wise for a job well done. Please continue to watch over us and protect us as only you can. You will forever be at our side and in our hearts.

For those of you who still have loved ones with us please take the time to tell them how much you appreciate and care about them.

IF I KNEW

If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.

If I knew it would be the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more.

If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.

If I knew it would be the last time,
I could spare an extra minute
to stop and say "I love you,"
instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.

If I knew it would be the last time
I would be there to share your day,
Well I'm sure you'll have so many more,
so I can let just this one slip away.

For surely there's always tomorrow
to make up for an oversight,
and we always get a second chance
to make everything just right.

There will always be another day
to say "I love you,"
And certainly there's another chance
to say our "Anything I can do?"

But just in case I might be wrong,
and today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you
and I hope we never forget.

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
you get to hold your loved one tight.

So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
you'll surely regret the day,

That you didn't take that extra time
for a smile, a hug, or a kiss
and you were too busy to grant someone,
what turned out to be their one last wish.

So hold your loved ones close today,
and whisper in their ear,
Tell them how much you love them
and that you'll always hold them dear

Take time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "Thank you," or "It's okay."
And if tomorrow never comes,
you'll have no regrets about today.

June 6, 2004