Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

God bless Trooper Sauter's family, friends and coworkers and give them strength and peace to get through their grief and pain. Thank you for your service brother.

Sergeant Clark O. Parry
Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office, New York

March 29, 2013

Rest well Trooper for your sacrifice was not in vain. As you take the watch in heaven, we'll take care of it down here. May God bless the family both physical and law enforcement with peace and comfort.

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13
Rev. Carlos Stapleton
Chaplain, Jackson Co. TN SO

March 29, 2013

Rest with the Angels Trooper Sauter. Your dedication, devotion, and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Prayers for your family during this time in their lives.

retired police officer bob lester
midland, tex police department

March 29, 2013

Your dedication to the people of Illinois and America will be remembered. R.I.P.

Animal Control/CSO-retired
US Department of Veterans Affairs- Veterinary Medical Unit.

March 29, 2013

I had the honor of meeting Trooper Sauter several times, at some of the Illinois Tollway Oasis locations, due to my work as a chauffeur. He was a very friendly guy, and always willing to say hello to LEOs/non-LEOs alike, and always had a smile on his face. May he rest in peace, and may God place His guiding hand on his family, friends, and co-workers at this very sad time.

Greg
Grandson of retired NYPD Officer

March 29, 2013

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

March 29, 2013

So sorry for this tragic loss to our family. May a peace that passes all understanding rule over your hearts and minds. God bless you and your family, and we will be praying heavy for you.

Inv. John A. Darge
Cook County Sheriff/ Central warrants

March 29, 2013

Rest in Peace Trooper Sauter. 10-42

Det. James P. McGrath(retired)
Schenectady Police Dept.

March 29, 2013

God Bless Trooper Sauter and his family.
Thank you for your service.

Sgt. Det. Robert Spinney Ret.
MBTA Transit Police Massachsuetts

March 29, 2013

May the Lord watch over your family....as you, my brother have watched over our families in your service. I am proud. Your sacrifice is noted.

Sgt Thomas Blow
Kansas City Mo Police Dept

March 29, 2013

Rest in Peace Trooper Sauter. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Sauter family and the Illinois State Police.

Cpl. Gary Hughes
Passaic County Sheriff's Office Paterson NJ

March 29, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with Trooper Sauter's family and his Brothers and Sisters in Blue. Rest in peace.

Deputy Johanna Polo
Monroe County Sheriffs Dept Rochester NY

March 29, 2013

GOD BLESS YOU, YOUR FAMILY, & FRIENDS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNSELFISH SERVICE.

James P. Waggle
Civilian

March 29, 2013

The Final Inspection

The Police Officer stood and faced God,
Whose time shall always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, you policeman,
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.

But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep...
Though I worked a lot of overtime,
When the bills got just 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 unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
So if you don't, I'll understand."

There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the police officer waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, you policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in Hell."

~Author Unknown~

Officer Essick
Elgin

March 29, 2013

Thank you Trooper Sauter for your years of hard work and dedication and for paying the ultimate sacrifice for the fine folks in the great state of Illinois. You are a true AMERICAN HERO !!!!!!

My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers. May you forever, rest in peace, my brother.

HEROES NEVER DIE...

Sgt. Mitch Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

March 29, 2013

Rest in Peace.
We'll keep watch.

Deputy Scott Bradley
Summit County Sheriff's Office, Colorado

March 29, 2013

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your Years of service. I pray for god to watch over your family and friends. You will be missed.

OFC. M.MALONE
shpd

March 29, 2013

May our Lord comfort your family, friends and the Illinois State Police during this difficult time. Rest in peace Trooper Sauter. Thank you for your service.

Chief Jack Cavanaugh
Lee County Port Authority Police Dept.

March 29, 2013

Rest in peace brother. God bless you and your family.

Trooper Brendan Braun
WI State Patrol

March 29, 2013

R.I.P. my brother,may God watch over you & your family. I pray that someday drivers will learn to switch lanes when they see emergency vehicles with their lights on.

Deputy H. King
Cook County Sheriff's Dept. Greater Chicago Area

March 29, 2013

God Bless Trooper Sauter, his family and the men and women of the Illinois State Police.

Arthur R Spafford Jr, Special Agent, Ret
Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS)

March 29, 2013

Rest in Peace Trooper Sauter. May your family find comfort knowing your sacrifice was in service to your State and community. Condolences to all.

Sr Trooper (Ret) Michael Guyer
Virginia State Police

March 29, 2013

Trooper Sauter,
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest in Peace Brother, you will not be forgotten! My prayers to your family at work and at home during this difficult time. May you now enjoy the rewards of a life well lived.

Officer Rapey
Lindenhurst Police

March 29, 2013

Rest in Peace Brother.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD

March 29, 2013

RIP Brother.

A131
USBP

March 29, 2013