Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

On behalf of the Ohio Attorneys General Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Deputy Sheriff Matthew Pierson and the extended law enforcement family of the Shelby County Sheriff's Office, Texas.



End of Watch Tuesday, August 29, 2023.



Rest in Peace brother and watch over us. We will protect and serve from here on in your honor.

I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, but tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.

By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Attorney General, Bureau of Criminal Investigation

September 2, 2023

Sheriff Pierson, when you chose to be a cop, you chose to dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, took you away at a very young age and after only two days of service. He will reward you abundantly. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jess Espinosa
Civilian

September 2, 2023

Rest in peace, Deputy Pierson. Praying for your loved ones.

Officer C Curione (Retired)
Rochester Police Department, NY

September 1, 2023

Rest in peace Brother....My thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of your agency during this most difficult and tragic time..

LT. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD

September 1, 2023

God be with you Deputy Matthew Pierson. I am so sorry that you have left us after such a short time on the job. May God bless and comfort your family and loved ones and may they be comforted knowing so many out here care.

Deputy Sheriff (Ret) Glen Allison
Tarrant County S.O. Ft Worth, Texas

September 1, 2023

May God Bless You, Your Family, and Friends. Thank you for your courage, dedication and selfless service in protecting your community. Our Condolences to All.

James P. Waggle, Jr.
US Army Veteran (SFC)
Civilian

September 1, 2023

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF DEPUTY SHERIFF PIERSON, AND ALL THOSE WHO MOURN THE LOSS OF DEPUTY SHERIFF PIERSON. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. HIS SERVICE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED IN YOUR COMMUNITY AND HIS DEEDS NEVER FORGOTTEN.
GOD BLESS

D J Herbert Retired Officer
Toronto Police Service

September 1, 2023

Rest In Peace Deputy Sheriff Matthew Pierson! Thank you for your service with the Shelby County Sheriff's Office, in Texas. We thank you for your devotion and your sacrifices, and also to your family and friends for their sacrifices. Our hearts break for your family and your friends during this terrible tragedy, and we want them to know that you will never be forgotten! Our thoughts and Prayers also go out to all of your sisters and brothers in Blue that protect us. God bless you all!! (Matthew 5:9)

Eddie & Kelly King

September 1, 2023

RIP & Thank U

Lt. ( Ret) Mason Rhodes
PD East Greenwich, RI

September 1, 2023

On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Deputy, Matthew Pierson, from complications of a vehicle accident. It is always a huge loss when a fellow Deputy succumbs from injuries due to a vehicle accident. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed.

Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office

September 1, 2023

Rest in Peace Deputy Pierson.
My Prayers of Comfort and Peace for your Family.

Cpl. Terri Albright, #668
DuPage County Sheriff's Office

September 1, 2023

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Pierson. Young and brave!

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

September 1, 2023

“Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service (Retired)

September 1, 2023

Rest in Peace!

Ptl B L Waltz (Ret)
Avon Lake PD OH

August 31, 2023

My heart aches for those who love this young officer, just starting to protect and to serve. He was to be of good service to many. Prayers for courage as bd strength during this time.

BRENDA TURBYFILL
Sister of a fallen officer

August 31, 2023

Requiescat in Paces

Police Officer Mike O'Connor
Branford CT PD

August 31, 2023

A most tragic event that has touched this young officer's family and agency! But Deputy Pierson will be remembered for his service, no matter the circumstances. May the Lord take Deputy Pierson's soul with love and grace.

Chief of Police (retired)
Russell P. Caterinicchio
Oak Creek Police Department
Routt Country, Colorado

August 31, 2023

RIP

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police - Troop "D"

August 31, 2023

RIP Deputy Sheriff Pierson. Thank you for your service to the citizens of Shelby County

Lieutenant Darren Weisse
Tufts University Police
Boston, Ma. 02120

August 31, 2023

RIP Hero. May you forever spend your eternal life with our dear Lord in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones. Our country is now a little less safe without you. Thank you for your service.

HEROES NEVER DIE....

Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

August 31, 2023

Thank you for your service.

Tim Liddell
CA Hwy Patrol 5342 ( retired )

August 31, 2023

So sad to hear the news.

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers, and friends.

Reserve Police Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

August 31, 2023

Heartfelt sympathy to your family. This is a tragic loss for the whole community. You laid down your life in service and will be honored for being a hero. Rest in peace.

Natalie Anthony
LEO Spouse

August 31, 2023

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-Retired

August 31, 2023

I’m saddened to know you only got to serve two days in a career you were probably very excited about. Prayers for your blood family and your family in blue.

Janet Strong, Ret. Inv.

August 31, 2023