Pearl Police Department, Mississippi
End of Watch Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Reflections for Investigator Michael John Walter
"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."
Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell Wy Police Dept.
May 1, 2012
Rest in peace and God Bless you for your courage and sacrifice. "Blessed our the peacemakers".
Det. M.Freer
Marietta PD, Georgia
May 1, 2012
Rest in peace. Our eldest son is a Sgt. with the Madison Police Department. We live in fear of things like this happening. May God be with his family and the other officers, you are all in our prayers.
DMEI
Madison County Coroner's Office
May 1, 2012
Rest in Peace - My prayers for you and your family
Bart Perry Probation Supervisor-
May 1, 2012
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
RIP
Sheriff James R. Moore
Kemper County Mississippi Sheriff
May 1, 2012
God Bless you Investigator Walters. May the good Lord above cradle you in His arms, and may you Rest in Peace my Brother in Blue. I offer my prayers and sympathies to each and every one of your family members, friends, and co-workers. Rest easy Sir.
Chris Walley
Former Jail Officer/Deputy Wayne Co. Mississippi Sheriffs Department
May 1, 2012
RIP brother. Prayers for your family.
Officer Perry
Brandon Police Department
May 1, 2012
You stood strong. You stood tall. You were professional yet, a good friend. Your sense of humor, your big smile, everything you stood for; I will truly miss. RIP my dear friend. My heart breaks for your family and your fellow officers; and for all of your friends who are forced to say good-bye today. But, I know that God's going to hold you safely in his arms until the day our paths meet again. God Bless You my friend. You will never be forgotten.
Teri Phillips
Friend
May 1, 2012
Rest in peace Brother...my thoughts are with your family, friends, and the members of the PPD during this most difficult and tragic time....
Lt. Joseph Ward, Ret
Jackson, NJ PD
May 1, 2012
Rest in peace. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. May the people of Pearl, Mississippi wrap your family and fellow officers in prayers and good works. My family will certainly keep you in or prayers.
Vickie Davis, Civilian
Sister-in-law of a fallen officer
May 1, 2012
Rest in peace brother. My prayers for peace that passes all understanding goes out to the family and friends.
Officer Barry Smith
Meridian Community College Campus Police
May 1, 2012
On behalf of Session 52 of the Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy in Schenectady, NY, we thank you for your service. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and your department.
Session 52
May 1, 2012
May God send His comfort and His peace to the family and fellow Officers of Senior Investigator Michael Walters. Thank you Mike for your service to those innocent child victims that you have helped. You have earned your crown of glory. Until we meet on heavens golden shores, we will continue your fight against those that harm and abuse children.
Detective Bill Adam, Mason Co. Sheriff
Western WA Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
May 1, 2012
We thank you for your service. It will never be forgotten. I pray that your family will find comfort in the one only they can find it in, our Lord Jesus Christ. Rest in the arms of Jesus.
Lt. Scott Little
Flowood Fire Department
May 1, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Walters family and the Police Family......
Chief Deputy Chris McCallister
Tippah County, MS
May 1, 2012
RIP Senior Investigator Walters. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers/sisters at Pearl Police Department.
US Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service, Miami, FL
May 1, 2012
So saddened 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 Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department
May 1, 2012
Rest well Brother. Thank you for your service.
Ret. Senior Motor Officer M. Thurmond
GA LEO
May 1, 2012
A police officer should be remembered not by how he died, but how he lived! A great man has gone to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the Pearl Police Department. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace Brother.
Chief Steven Marshall
Washington, NH Police Department
May 1, 2012
Rest in peace, we got it from here....
Detective Jasmine Smith
Palm Bay Police Department
May 1, 2012
We hope knowing that you are thought of in a kind and loving way will help ease your sorrow and bring peace to you today and in the days to come.
Rita Rocker, Intergovernmental Relations
Georgia State Board of Pardons & Paroles
May 1, 2012
ANGEL’S IN BLUE
I had this friend you see,
who loved God, Country, You and me.
My friend worked day or night, the peace to keep,
so you and I could go to sleep.
He worked the holidays and weekends,
away from family and friends.
Each day this friend put his life on the line
to spare yours and mine.
Then one day he paid the price,
he had to give his life.
"You've done well my friend,
patrolling these earthly streets.
Now it's time to walk on Heaven's beat."
The next time you see a Police Officer or two,
remember they are one of God's Angels in Blue.
***And God said; "Blessed are the Peace Makers."
Stanley Hascher Lt. Ret. MCSO
Lt. Stanley Hascher (Ret.)
May 1, 2012
God Bless you may you rest in peace
Patrol Officer
Slidell Police Dept
May 1, 2012
I know that injury and death is paramount when any of us decide to wear a badge and fight the good fight. However, when I hear stories such as Senior Investigator Mike Walters' death; it sickens me. I commend the other officer's who were able to take action and stop the disgusting offender. My prayer now is that some family member does not come forward and claim some wrongful death lawsuit against the department and the officer's who should be praised as heroes.
Lt. Scott Harmon
Department of Defense Police
May 1, 2012
Our heart and prayers for the Pearl Police family and Inv. Walters family.
Deputy Police Chief Maret
Balch Springs Police Department, Texas
May 1, 2012