Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"The Final Inspection"
The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, 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 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 awfully tough.
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 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 had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."
Author Unknown

Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell PD, WY

May 19, 2014

I sat outside for several minutes. I watched the beautiful sunset, and I listened. What I heard was a clang sound. One I don't like to hear but it allowed some reflection. I must be getting older because I feel more, I care more and I appreciate more. I feel for all those close to Stephen and what they are going through. I mean, I feel it. I have never met him and I am not LE. But I find I care about what is being and is going to be done; for his family and for the future of LE. Lastly, the sun seemed brighter lately. The breeze more comforting, the similes and the laughter of family and friends more savoring. We all hope that the passing of someone will make an impact on ones life and allow them to "stop and smell the roses". Listening to that clang, that eerie clang that only a flag at half mast can make, made me realize something. Stephen has become a part of me too, because he led to me being able to grasp these everyday things with new life. He will live long beyond the day of his is honorable departure through those he knew and those he touched. Rest in pease Stephen. May your family, friends and fellow brothers and sister find peace is this sometimes cruel world.

mycondolences
mourning

May 18, 2014

My sincere condolences to your family, and your Police Team. A fortunate bunch you are to have known this Hero. Your township should be overwhelmed with sorrow and gratitude to this Officer and family for this sacrifice. God bless you brother Arkell.

Senior Police Officer: Rick A. Welch Ret
IVC PD, Fellow Police Officer

May 18, 2014

R.I.P., brother.

patrick mccully

May 18, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. There is not a day that goes by that I'm thinking of you. Please know Officer Arkell "What you do is important because you exchange a day of your life for it." You are a true hero and touched so many lives. All I think of is:

"When tomorrow starts without me and I'm not here to see, If the sun should rise and find your eyes filled with tears for me, I wish so much you wouldn't cry the way you did today, while thinking of the many things we didn't get to say. When tomorrow starts without me don't think we're far apart, for every time you think of me I'm right there in your heart."

RIP Brother
Briggs

Briggs MPD
Sister

May 17, 2014

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

Deputy Johanna Polo
Monroe County Sheriffs Dept Rochester Ny

May 17, 2014

I called today, just to leave my condolences. So many men and women die each day to protect us and their families are left behind with nothing but memories. Praise God that these fellow officers are like families to each other. I pray that you take care of this wife and these children and never let them forget what their father did so that they could play and walk the streets freely. God bless.

Patricia Gurley (civilian)
Charleston SC

May 17, 2014

Thank you for your service..Rest in peace Officer Arkell..God bless your family and the Brentwood Police Department you are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

Mr and Mrs Leland Briggs
(Ofc. Michael Leland Briggs MPD EOW 10/17/16)

Maryann Briggs
mom

May 17, 2014

Patrolman Arkell,

Rest well, enjoy the fruits of a life of protecting and serving, in the arms of God.

To Your Family,

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray, “Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are Your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, loving family, friends, neighbors and caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name and for Your Glory, Amen.”

I have lifted you and your family to God every morning for over three years. Feel those prayers. God is with you, He knows and will ease your pain.

Our faith helps us to see beyond the grave.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

May 17, 2014

May you rest in peace Officer Arkell and your wife and two daughters and your fellow fellow officers have my deepest sympathy in your loss.

Retired Detective Richard Burger
City of Fond du Lac Wis Police Dept.

May 17, 2014

Sir, Thank you for your service. Consolation to your Family and fellow officers.

Christine Bell, Grandmother
Resident, Planet Earth

May 17, 2014

Rest in Peace brother.

Tpr. Tim Gould
Vermont State Police

May 17, 2014

This is truly a great loss to the State of New Hampshire . Officer Arkell you are a hero,and even though we can no longer tell you, we will honor your commitment to honor,sacrifice and protect us all.
We will remember how you lead your life and not how you lost it.

Sean Kilbreth
Bedford pd DEA Manchester NH

May 16, 2014

Thank you Patrolman Arkell for your service. You will be remembered. May God grant your family and agency peace and comfort.

Trooper Joe Dellwo #446
Minnesota State Patrol

May 16, 2014

Rest In Peace Officer Arkell. Thank you for your sacrifice in your community. A True Hero. God Bless your family.

Cynthia and Gary
Citizen from Ithaca N.Y.

May 16, 2014

Thank You for serving others my friend..Rest in Peace. May God comfort your family and friends.

Police Specialist Michael A. Tackema
City of Fayetteville,NC PD

May 16, 2014

RIP Brother

Stephen Bruet, PPO II
NCDPS

May 16, 2014

RIP Brother!!

Master Trooper Raymond Griffin
North Carolina Highway Patrol

May 16, 2014

Rest in Peace Officer Arkell. God bless his family at this time of loss.

Det. JP McGrath(retired)
Schenectady, NY

May 16, 2014

May God Bless you and watch over your family.

Bureau Cmdr. (Ret)
Portland ME. P.D.

May 16, 2014

REST IN PEACE BROTHER!

Sergeant Jeremy F. Aucoin
Rochester Police Department, NH

May 16, 2014

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Patrolman Stephen Arkell and to the entire Brentwood Police Dept. Your service to others, dedication, and ultimate sacrifice is not forgotten. RIP

Officer Eric Chiang
San Francisco Police Department

May 16, 2014

R.I.P patrolman Arkell. Our thoughts and prayers to the family of patrolman Stephen Arkell family. So deeply sorry for you loss.

SGT. Bilenki
Federal Government

May 15, 2014

R.I.P. Patrolman Stephen Arkell. You died as a result of your devotion to your duty and we all praise you and your bravery. May God bless you, your family and your fellow officers. Please give my best to our brothers and sisters who have given their lives before us. Thank you for your service Sir.

Chief Albert Mares, Retired
Las Vegas City Police

May 15, 2014

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD

May 15, 2014