Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

St. Michael Archangel
(Feast–September 29)

GLORIOUS St. Michael,
Guardian and Defender
Of the Church of Jesus Christ,
Come to the assistance of the Church,
Against which the powers
Of hell are unchained.

Guard with special care
Her august head, the Pope,
And obtain that for him and for us
The hour of triumph
May speedily arrive.

O glorious St. Michael,
Watch over us during life,
Defend us
Against the assaults of the demon,
And assist us
Especially at the hour of death.

Obtain for us
A favorable judgment
And the happiness
Of beholding God face to face
For all eternity.

Amen.

Glorious St. Michael,
Intercede for me with God
In all my necessities, especially

Steve,

And obtain for me
A favorable outcome
In the matter now requested of you.

O glorious Prince
Of the heavenly host,
And victor over rebellious spirits,
Be mindful of me
Who is so weak and sinful
And yet so prone
To pride and ambition.

Lend me, I pray,
Your powerful aid
In every temptation and difficulty,
And above all
Do not forsake me
In my last struggle
With the powers of evil.

Amen.

A Brother
Niles PD

October 7, 2007

Steven I never had the opportunity to know you, but from what I hear you were a great friend and a great police officer. Every time I pass your picture in the police station I take a moment to think about you. You are truly missed by all of us. Rest in peace brother.

Ofc. T. Bethscheider #122
Niles P.D

September 21, 2007

Steve,
by now you have been joined by another brother in blue, Tom Chamopoulos. I have visited you several times at Elmwwod. It is very difficult for me because we had so many more good memories still to make. But then afterwards, I realize that I must cherish the memories that we already made. God must have plans to partner you up with Tom to make sure you keep the rest of us safe. I keep your picture in my living room and often times when I am getting ready for work I will talk to you; we could really use your DUI numbers and traffic tickets not to mention a few more AFIS hits to catch the bad guys. I didn't think it was possible, but I think I miss you now more than ever. But whenever I start feeling down, I just remember the lasting impression that you have left with me and it helps. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you Steve. I will never forget.
Bob

Bob Stankowicz
Niles P.D.

September 4, 2007

I missed your smile and had to log on just to see your picture! Watch over us and bring us home safe.

Niles PD

August 4, 2007

Uncle Steve,

I went to visit you at your gravesite on your birthday to wish you a Happy Birthday. I wish you were here to celebrate with because you deserve a day that's dedicated to your life and the life you lived. I've been praying to you at night wishing that I could talk to you. Luckily I remembered I can talk to you through here, it's almost better because I don't feel as if I'm talking to myself. Andrew is getting so big and I hear he can say all our names pretty well. I've been working a lot this summer and trying to figure out what I want to do and where I want to go for college so I can enjoy my senior year. I think of you everyday and try to make you proud. I've been real upset lately and snap at my family which I really hate but I just miss you so much, I feel like part of me is missing. It feels as if this comforting happiness is now gone and is just filled with sadness and confusion. I never thought loving and caring about someone could ever be that strong and hurt so bad. I love you with all my heart and I miss you so much. I wish you were here. When I really stop to think I can hear your laugh and see you sitting at Grandma and Grandpa's house messing around with my dad and Uncle George and taking me out to see spiderman. These memories will keep you alive in my heart forever.

forever & always,
Lauren

Lauren
Godaughter/Niece

July 22, 2007

Happy birthday steven we all miss you very much i wish we
could wish you happy birthday in person.

I miss you brother.

love
Anthony,Eileen,Brittney,Lauren,little,Anthony

anthony zourkas
Stevens family

July 18, 2007

Happy Birthday Steve. I miss you so very much. I love you.

Sandi Licke, Friend

July 18, 2007

Steve,

Just wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday. I really wish you were here. I'm always thinking of you. I hope you can hear me when I talk to you. I miss you Steve, you were one in a million.

Love, Barb

friend

July 18, 2007

July 18,2007

Steven,

We thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday and days before that too. We think of you in silence and often speak your name. All we have now are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake with which we'll never part. God has you in His keeping we have you in our Hearts.

HAPPY 36th BIRTHDAY IN HEAVEN STEVEN.

WE LOVE AND MISS YOU.

ALL OUR LOVE,
MOM,DAD AND GEORGE

PARENTS AND BROTHER

July 17, 2007

Steven,

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY IN HEAVEN WE LOVE AND MISS YOU.

ALL OUR LOVE,
MOM, DAD AND GEORGE

PARENTS AND BROTHER

July 3, 2007

Steven,

Happy Father's Day In Heaven.
Whatever we do you are always in our thoughts and prayers. You have always made us proud. You blessed us with a Beautiful Grandson and Nephew. He looks so much like you and he's growing up fast.
We Love And Miss You. You are always in our Hearts. Watch over us and keep your Brothers and Sisters in Blue Safe.

ALL OUR LOVE,
MOM, DAD AND GEORGE

MOM, DAD & GEORGE
PARENTS AND BROTHER

June 17, 2007

STEVE,
WELL I CANNOT BELIEVE THAT IT HAS BEEN 2YRS AND 2 MONTHS TOMORROW THAT YOU WENT UP TO HEAVEN I THINK ABOUT YOU ALL THE TIME AND ALWAYS LOOK TO YOU WHEN I AM IN NEED OF HELP YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE FOR ME WHEN YOU WERE HERE AND I KNOW YOU STILL ARE, THANKS FOR SENDING ME THE DIMES! IT ALWAYS MAKES ME KNOW THAT YOU ARE STILL LOOKING DOWN ON ME AND THAT YOU ARE STILL WITH ME WHEN I NEED YOU. I ONLY HAVE A FEW WEEKS LEFT BEFORE I BECOME A MOMMY AND I WISH YOU WERE HERE TO CELEBRATE IT, BUT I KNOW YOU WILL BE LOOKING DOWN ON US FOR A SAFE DELIVERY, AND I CANT WAIT TO TELL MY CHILD WHAT A WONDERFUL PERSON AND GREAT FRIEND YOU WERE TO ME. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SO MUCH.

LOVE FOREVER,
COLLEEN

COLLEEN
FRIEND

June 7, 2007

I MISS YOU

Sandi Licke
friend

May 28, 2007

On this day, National Law Enforcement Memorial Day, I salute you for you dedicated service to law enforcement. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

May 15, 2007

Steve,
It's been a difficult two years without you. No words could ever express the loss we feel. You are always on our minds. We have so many great memories, but we miss you so much. You are always with us in spirit, we know it.
Love Barb & Larry

Barb Tykane

April 9, 2007

Steve, today it's two years today since you were taken from us. It seems like just yesterday that I was joking with you about one thing or another. Your personality really left an impression on me that I will never forget. You were a great person call a friend. I hope you are driving everyone in heaven "crazy" with your questions so maybe they will send you back to us! Keep us safe on the streets and rest in peace brother.
Tom

Tom Fragassi
Niles PD

April 8, 2007

Sounds like you were a really likeable guy! Those who knew you were so unprepared for your early departure.
God bless those who still mourn.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

April 8, 2007

Steve-
I can't believe it has been 2 years since you were taken from us, I can still picture your face and hear your funny laugh. God what I would do to hear your laugh again. I went by your mom and dads house the other day and they showed me pictures of Andrew and wow he looks identical to you he is so adorable. Steve I miss you so much, there have been so many days where I would need someone to talk to and you are the first person I want to call because no matter what you were always there for me, you were my person. I hope you are having the time of your life up in heaven and watching over all of us and keeping us safe. I love you Steve, always have and always will.

Sandi Licke
Friend

April 8, 2007

Officer Zourkas,

On this the anniversary of your leaving us in the physical sense we pay tribute to your spirit. Tonight the Evening Watch of the Henry County Georgia Police Department’s North Precinct will hit the street in your honor. Please watch over us as we continue your fine work.

For the entire shift,
Sergeant V.T. Rosen

Sergeant V.T. Rosen
Henry County police Department

April 8, 2007

It's been two years and I cannot begin to tell you how much losing you has changed my outlook on life. Some things just do not seem fair in life. I do not value things that I used to. People seem stranger to me. The one good thing I learned from this experience was,that I do not let a day go by where I don't hug my loved ones. I also learned to stop and smell the roses. I pray for your family and look for you in my dreams.

Aux
Niles PD

April 8, 2007

2 years and we are still not back to normal. We still miss you and there is a void in our hearts.

Niles PD

April 8, 2007

Dear Zourkas Family & Friends,
Please know that you are in my prayers today and to let you know that your Hero is not Forgotten. Hero's never die, they live forever in our hearts and memories. Thank you Officer Zourkas for your service to Niles,IL. and your country. I salute you Sir. Mother-in-law of: Sgt. Jeffrey T. Hewitt EOW 04-04-04 Carolyn Moore Asheville,N.C.

Carolyn Moore

April 7, 2007

Steven,
It's Two Years Today April 8th, that God took you to Heaven. It is also Easter Sunday.
We Love and Miss You Steven. We think about you everyday. We Donated Alter Bells to St. Isaac Jogues to be rung at every Mass in Memory of You.
Our Thoughts and Prayers are always with you Steven. You are always and Forever In Our Hearts. Keep watch over all of us and Your Brothers And Sister In Blue.

ALL OUR LOVE,
MOM,DAD AND GEORGE

MOM, DAD & GEORGE
PARENTS AND BROTHER

April 7, 2007

STEVEN,

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY. WE LOVE AND MISS YOU VERY MUCH, KEEP A WATCH OVER ALL OF US AND YOUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN BLUE.

ALL OUR LOVE,
MOM,DAD,GEORGE,PANDA,CHELSEA

PARENTS AND BROTHER

February 14, 2007

My Daddy

You have watched me grow from the heavens above,
Oh, how I have missed those arms of love.
I have learned how to walk and talk and growl like a bear,
First I am here and then over there.
Mommy says I am just like you,
and I make her laugh at the funny things I do.
I know there is some reason God took you from this earth,
Even when it was a short time after my birth.
You are in heaven now, keep a watchful eye on me,
watch me grow and learn my ABC's.
I have a lot of special people keeping me from harm,
I am learning from them what a great man you are.
I see the pictures and your name etched in stone,
But,it is still hard to understand,Mommy,Jon and I herealone
Other kids have their daddys to play in the park,
But, I have you with me, at all times, here in my heart.
Mommy keeps saying how proud you would have been of me,
But, I am proud too, of My Daddy, you see.

I love you Steve, I miss you more and more every day.

Sandi
friend

February 10, 2007