Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

His Judgment Day:
The officer stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shinning, Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek To my church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I aint, Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays, And at times my talk was rough, And sometimes I've been violent Because the streets are tough.
But I never took a penny That wasn't mine to keep.. Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help Though at times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept an unmanly tear.
I know I don't deserve a place among the people here. They never wanted me around except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord, it needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, But if you don't...I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne, where the saints often trod. As the officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Officer. You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell"
“Author unknown”

May God be with everyone!!!!

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano,TX

June 23, 2010

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Deputy Sheriff Melissa Powers~you're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you the strength to carry on and help heal your hearts. May you find comfort and support with those around you.
God bless you and rest in peace, Deputy Sheriff Powers.

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of a fallen MI P.O. eow 2004

June 23, 2010

God bless you for your self=sacrificing service to your community. Godspeed, Melissa.

Mary Lynn Tolley
S Mary's ER,Tucson,Az

June 23, 2010

My prayers are with Deputy Powers friends and family....I am so sorry for your loss....

Deputy Sheriff
Effingham County Sheriff's Office, GA - fomer Key West Police Officer

June 23, 2010

Dep Powers, may you rest in peace. You'll never be forgotten.

Sgt Richard Eckert
Town of Chester PD

June 23, 2010

On behalf of the 6,183 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Deputy Powers’ family as well as the members of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

June 23, 2010

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Deputy Powers. Another Hero taken too soon. May God comfort you and your family as you go and touch the face of God. Your service and sacrifice and bravery to the citizens of Monroe County Florida will not be forgotten. God Speed and God Bless. Rest in Peace Ma'am.


May the children of Deputy Powers, know that their Mommy is a HERO who we will not forget and will forever be in her debt for all she has done for us. Deputy Powers. Thank You Ma'am for your service and protection to us all, may you rest in peace. God bless you and your family.

VIP Jeff Claybern 750
Alexandria Kentucky Police Department

June 23, 2010

RIP Sister....

Ptlm. M. Thomas
Foster Twp. Police (PA)

June 23, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office, and the brothers and sisters in uniform across the State of Florida and the nation. May you always rest in the arms of the angels, Deputy Powers. We will not forget.

Peggy Parker
Fort Worth, TX

June 23, 2010

To the family, friends & co-workers of Deputy Powers,

Heather, Tyler and I offer our deepest condolences for your loss. Please know that you are in our prayers. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to call us.

Officer Lyle Agins
Sunny Isles Beach Police Department

June 23, 2010

Rest in peace Sister Melissa.

Officer Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD

June 23, 2010

Deputy Powers,

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. You will be missed my dear. Rest in Peace.

Deputy Kroening

Deputy J. Kroening
Monroe County Sheriff's Office

June 23, 2010

you were one of the most professional officers i have ever had the privilege to work with.
god bless your family and all of your friends
you will be missed

debbie, victim advocate
monroe county sheriffs officee

June 23, 2010

REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF E.J. MORRIS
RANDOLPH MO P.D.

June 23, 2010

RIP my Sister

Deputy Sheriff
Covinton County Sheriff's Dept. (Mississippi)

June 23, 2010

Misty you will forever be missed by your family and friends. You were taken from this world so abruptly. We will take over the watch from here. It was a pleasure to have walked beside you. God has a new Deputy to make the streets of heaven safe. God please welcome Deputy Melissa Powers of the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. Misty until we meet again, may you watch over your fellow brothers and sisters. You will be missed 7110.

Deputy Michael Sielicki
Partner

June 23, 2010

Deputy Powers,

Rest in peace.

Detective Dave Howell
Plano,Texas Police Dept-Auto Theft

June 23, 2010