Sean Collier

My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Officer Collier. May he rest in peace.

Our condolences to Sean's friends and family. We are so sorry for your loss. My husband and I live not far from where Sean was on duty and we are often in the MIT area, though we never met him. He has opened our eyes to the daily risks that campus police officers take. May he rest in peace.

I didn't have the privilege of knowing you, but I thank you for your bravery. May you always rest in Peace

I lift you and the ones that loved yo up to the Lord. God Bless & thank you for your service.

My condolences to the family and friends of Sean Collier.

On behalf of the entire Bradford NH Police Department I offer our heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family members and friends.

"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."

We offer deepest sympathy to Officer Sean Collier's family and friends — and utmost respect to his memory. His extraordinary generosity, dedication and service, and joyful humanity will live on as an inspiration for our community.

My heart, condolences, and prayers go out to the family of this officer. As a mom of a police officer in a major city, I understand the bittersweet emotions of pride and fear for the men in blue that we love as they leave for work each day.

Thank you for your service to all of us Sean! Each of our men in blue make our country much safer and ordered.
May the angels lead you into paradise, may the martyrs welcome you and present your soul to God Most High. May you rest in peace.
Your parents and family will be in our constant prayers.

In my years at MIT, I enjoyed friendships with MIT policemen. I found the force to be supportive of students, enhancing the student experience with friendly, professional service that was focused on keeping things safe without being heavy handed and established a sense of trust and camaraderie. It sounds like Officer Collier carried on that tradition in spades.

God bless you, Officer Collier, and your loved ones as they mourn their tragic loss.

RIP Officer Collier. I often work in a building close by quite late at night, and I'm grateful for the comfort and security that the police presence provides in this area. Prayers for the Officer, his family, and our entire community.

May we have your blessing, Sean, from where you are...

Never met you, but as a member of the MIT Police, you must have been a fine person. So sorry.