Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Brian,
I have read your tragedy over and over and after all of this time it still doesn't feel real. I have seen your family several times since that awful night and I always wonder, "what would it be like if Brian was here". My family and your family were so close- I hurt for my family and for yours. Tess is beautiful- you would have to quit your job to fight off the boys!!!! You would be so proud of Crystal too, she has done so much to make sure that you legacy lives on. As this time of year approaches, I always wonder if it will be easier next year. Brian, you will never be forgotten and you will always be remembered, especially for saving many lives on that fateful December night. RIP #182

Anonymous

December 19, 2011

I remember you and Trina as a couple when I was a little 6th grader and you guys were in 8th grade... I remember her wearing your football jersey in high school...

I would see you from time to time when I would come home and it would always be when you were on duty; I would always remind you that I was DeForest's little sister and we would chat. The last time I saw you, Trina was pregnant, and you were so proud to share that news :o) -

I know you are in a better place, I just wish you didn't have to leave us to get there. R.I.P. and thank you for your service.

Rennelle Brown
DeForest's little sister (friend)

September 23, 2011

" WARRIORS OF THE SHIELD "

In the quiet of the night and by the light of day,
these precious few take up the fight and march into in harm's way.
It is these few ~ these warriors all ~ who side by side stand proud,
sacrificing for the law the highest price avowed.

They and others of their kind, by sworn allegiance pledged,
soldiers each for justice blind and by its honor fledged ~
guarding well the no man's land all others fear to tread ...
protecting us from evil's hand and to their calling wed.

A call that bids them walk the line that marks the rocky ledge
where fainting hearts, both yours and mine, are forced unto the edge.
Policeman ~ Guardian ~ Sentry ~ Friend ... the vigilant watch they keep
is that on which our lives depend, and grants us peaceful sleep.

Were it not for such as they, who offer up their lives,
who would keep us safe and free ~ who'd make this sacrifice?
'Tis they whose eyes behold all things most cannot bear to see ~
'tis in their ears the echos ring of mankind's agony.

Their hands are those when none else are that cradle at the last
souls that evil's touch has marred and wrenched from worldly grasp.
Their dedication holds at bay the evil that men do ~
their perserverance finds a way to cope and see them through.

Theirs are the tears in private shed for suffering unseen ...
their hearts cut deep and wholly bled by victims' tortured screams.
Leave them not alone to fight the war that rages on ~
crime, abuse, chaotic blight ~ the battle must be won.

Let not one drop of warriors' blood lie spilled for us in vain ~
let not these Warriors of the Shield be forced to know the pain
of our indifference or neglect ~ let us instead revere
and e'r regard with deep respect their watch o'er all held dear.

May each and every warrior know the gratitude we feel ...
God be with each and His love show with might as that of steel.

~ Dedicated with eternal gratitude to Officer Evans and all others of his caliber... Kelly Long

Kelly Long, #099
Formerly Mansfield Police Dept.

July 28, 2011

Dear Mrs. Evans

I was looking through the ODMP to research Officers killed in the line of duty, I was doing that as I have done many times before so that I can use the information to help the Officers I am responsible for training at the Firearms range come home to their families. I sometimes read the reflections, not often.. when I do its almost like I am invading the Officers privacy. I've pnly posted once before for one of our Offcers who died in the line of duty. Today, I read every post that you wrote, I consider myself a "hard" person, Former Military, 3 combat deployments, 2 Offcier involved shootings and 8 years on SWAT. With that being said, your words of love and devotion brought tears to my eyes. And seriosly made me want to call my wife and check on my daughters. No words I can say, will make any difference in your sadness, I wish I could do that, I would give all I have to bring Brian back to you, all I have. I can't. Tess sounds so much like my oldest daughter, she's just like me too, and today after reading your posts, I somehow have re-focused on that part of my life. This job, for what it's worth isn't what any of us do "for a living" it's who we are, I know you know that Ma'am. The love you express for Brian, well all I can say is he was a very lucky man to have you in his life, your loyalty is inspiring, and I pray you find some happiness in your heart. You are an amazing women. Respectfully, Corporal Madrid

Corporal
MCSO

May 25, 2011

Brian not a day goes by that I don't think of you. It sure isn't the same without your jokes and funny humor. I know the guys and girls on the job miss you and you are always in our thoughts and prayers. I miss you brother and love you.

Det. Perry Wheeler
Mansfield

May 11, 2011

Hey hon, well fall came & went.Tess had another great year of volleyball. She did awesome. She is growing like a weed.almost taller than me!!! Her grades are wonderful. She is so smart especially in math. You know she gets that from you.The holidays were a little different this year, we spent them in Kentucky wth all the family. Tess has a baby horse dwn there now.She named her baby girl after her nickname that u called her.we go every couple weeks.she loves that horse & takes really good care of her.I think its been good therapy. Brian you would just be so proud of her & the young lady she is becoming. She is growing up way too fast. She will be in high school next year. I'm already starting to freak out!!! Hon, not a day goes by that I don't c your face or hear your voice. Time doesn't make it any better or dull the pain. I think our lives adjust to where they need to to survive because I can break down just like it was yesterday. I don't know I just don't. We love you, we miss you, we need you. Love always, Trina & Tess #182

trina
spouse

January 20, 2011

I know its a few day's late but where always thinking of you! Your Never Forgotton! We visit you often knowing your in heaven watching over us. Bub's always saying how he's going to be a cop like you and work for MPD.

Shears Family
brother-in law

December 28, 2010

Officer Evans you are not forgotten by the men and women of the Boston Police Department. RIP

Det. Michael Kane
Boston Police Dept.

December 26, 2010

Thinking of you today. Each time I walk in to the roll call room and think of how the administration said that they were going to rename it in honor of your good name and the unselfish dedicated service that you gave to the citizens and the city of Mansfield is another smack in the face. First the trial and now this. Know that all the road officers miss you no matter the amount of time that we knew you. Thank you again Brian for giving me so much in such a small amount of time. I have become a better father to my children and a better friend to all. Most importantly I have became a better person.

Patrolman Johnson
Mansfield P.D. brother in blue

August 11, 2010

It is a beautiful summer day, and there a tons of motorcycles buzzing up and down the road, and it made me think of you. I know how much you loved to ride, and how I wish that you were still here. Can you believe that your sister finally got married? I know I was shocked, but I am so happy that she found someone to take care of her. She desperately needed that in her life. Love you and miss you so much. RIP 182

Pam (Mabry) Bechtel
Cousin

June 25, 2010

god bless you sir

Anonymous

May 16, 2010

well i just want to scream but i just cry as usual.tess got sick tonight with her stomach and was in such pain.we just need you home with us so bad.you made everything better.i got her calmed down & she is sleeping now but it is so hard not having you to share all of this with.it doesnt get any easier with time.you were our whole world.im just so sad & frustrated...its not supposed to be like this.we love you so much & miss you so bad it hurts.
love always, trina & tess #182

trina evans
wife

April 13, 2010

Hey Brian, I can't beleive that so much time has past since I've seen you. I still picture you dancing at Crystal's wedding. What a beautiful day. I'm glad that is the picture I see when I think of you. I plan to visit ohio for spring break and will stop and visit. I Try to see your sister when I visit Ohio, but she is hard to reach.
Miss you and will write again soon.

Deniece Todd
cousin

March 30, 2010

Hi Brian,

It has been awhile since I've talked to you. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you, but lately I have been thinking about you a lot. Crystal and I keep in touch, so she keeps me posted on what is going on with your family. She just told me the other day that your headstone is up, so I really need to get over there and see that. I really hate that you had to leave us all before we wanted you to go. I hope and pray that my kids will grow up to be the kind of person that you were because that would mean that they are caring, compassionate, forgiving, giving and honorable. You were all of those things and so much more. I love you Brian, and I will never stop missing you. Thank you for watching over all of us. RIP 182

Pam (Mabry) Bechtel
Cousin

March 25, 2010

I only met you once, it was at Jerry Francola’s barber shop. My husband went every Friday and got a haircut. I met you the Friday before tragedy struck you and your family. I had just had our first child and he was only a few weeks old, you told me they were cute until they figure out how to talk back. I thought you were funny, but inside I was a little scared of the information you shared. I remember getting a phone call around 5 am, another Mansfield Officer called and spoke to my husband and gave the heart wrenching news that they had lost a brother. It seemed as if time stood still and nobody really knew what direction to move in. My husband and I laid in bed and he began to tell me stories of growing up down the street from you and you would help him avoid the bigger guys who tried to toss him around a little. I guess later you became his FTO and were like a mentor all over again. I think that is how my husband saw you, like his mentor.
I see your family a lot around town, I don’t know them so I don’t say hello, but when I do see them my heart aches for them, and I wish I could make their empty feeling and constant pain go away. By the looks of these reflections and the other officers who paid their respects at your funeral, I would wager to say you touched a lot of lives and were respected by many. I know my husband felt privileged that he was given the opportunity to work with you.
Although justice has not prevailed for you or your family, I know that you are watching over them, and giving them the courage to deal with their lives going forward. I believe what goes around comes around, and I hope that justice will be served and your family can have closure for this case, and the good memories can live on with them forever.

Anonymous

March 17, 2010

Hey dad havent written since this all has happened. I miss you so much and wish you were here with me. I made the vball team this year and going to madison. I wish you were here to see me we were awsome. Went 18-0. I wish you were here with me and my mom. Love you write ya soon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tess Evans
daughter

February 21, 2010

Brian the saints won the super bowl.I dont know if you saw it or not.I love you.I dont think i can go 1 day without thinking of you.

Dalton
nephew

February 18, 2010

Brian the super bowl is coming up and i wanted to tell you.[SAINT AND INDY]These past few years have been breathtaking.I would love to see you smile 1 more time.I loved when you would drive off in your car and turn on the sirens.And the time when you snuck up behind the tent Trina made and you scared all of us when you got out.I LOVE YOU and i leave another message after the superbowl.

Dalton
nephew

February 6, 2010

brian over christmas with out you was not the best i miss you and i cant stand not being with you I LOVE YOU.I cry ever day because i cant be with you.it been 2 years now sence you die.i will always love you....

Dalton
nephew

January 13, 2010

Hey hon, just wanted 2 wish u a merry christmas & happy new year. the holidays are awful once again, but then again will they ever not be? It is so awful when tess opens her presents on christmas morning & ur not here with us. I am tryin my best to put on a brave face for tess but im sure she sees rite thru it. shes so smart & thinks so much older than her age. then again she had to grow up very quickly, huh? we went to see your dad and shirley on christmas day. i think he really enjoyed us coming over & it was good to see them. they seem to be doing really well. he has ur big picture hanging in his "man cave"! it looks really good. well we are at the comfort inn 2nite. of course...havent been in couple months:)...we love you,we miss you, we need you!
love forever & always,
trina & tess #182

trina
wife

December 30, 2009

Thinking of you today Brian....R.I.P.

Robyn Sgambellone
MPD wife

December 24, 2009

BRIAN
WE MISS YOU ALWAYS,BUT ITS HARDER DURING THE HOLIDAYS WITHOUT YOU HERE. WE HAVE GREAT MEMORIES AND WE KEEP THEM CLOSE TO GET THROUGH THE TOUGH TIMES. MERRY CHRISTMAS.

LARRY,QUINCY,HEATHER,DALTON
FAMILY

December 24, 2009

I fondly remember Brian walking down the long hallway to the mirrored door that leads officers to the compound where the police cruisers await their next tour of duty. Brian would often be singing "to the windows, to the walls" and I would try to finish the song, even though I didn't know it. I worked with Brian as long as I had worked there starting off as a corrections officer. I know that Brian had a great relationship with the people of the community that he greatly served and I can only hope that I can mimic that as I continue my service to the citizens of Mansfield. Brian you are dearly missed and never forgotten. Your rich rewards as a warrior await you in heaven.

Ptl. Alan Edwards #243
mansfield police department

October 3, 2009

Brian is the best ever..hes'my uncle and i LOVE him.i think of him every day.i dont know what really happend i herd tons of storie but i only believe only 1.at the funaral that was the last i seen him until i die.

Dalton
Nephew

September 18, 2009

hey hon, guess what? your baby girl made the 7th grade volleyball team at madison.they picked 12 out of the 20 girls. she is so excited. but it is literally making me ache that u rnt here 4 this or anything else. im having an awful time missing you & missing the 3 of us together.i just cry every night when tess goes to bed. i dont feel like i will ever heal from losing you. people say maybe i will atleast learn to live with it. i guess thats what ive been doing because time doesnt stop & the days go on. tess has saved me.shes been my reason for surviving. she makes me have to get up & face the day.if not for her id still be curled up in a dark room not knowing what to do. she acts so dang strong but i know she holds alot in. she doesnt say much to me cause she hates to see me cry. but i promise to never fail her. shes our baby no matter what she thinks:)...thought id also tell ya that i wrecked tess's moped almost 2 wks. ago.broke the bone in my knee(tibia).had 2 stay in the hospital all that weekend.it sucks, big time.i cant do anything.have a brace on & it hurts bad & im on crutches...talk about a mess!leave it 2 me though.i just want you to come home.thats all.....we love & miss you.you are our hero
love, trina & tess 182

trina evans
spouse

August 14, 2009