I never met Sean but I've read so many wonderful things in the past few days of his dedicated, loyal, fun-loving spirit that I wish I had. His service is so appreciated by the whole MIT community. My sincerest condolences to his family and those closest to him in this time of heartbreak. He will not be forgotten.

Clare F
4/22/2013

The C. P.s were always an understanding & involved presence in my 4 years at the Institute. My biggest emergency involved babysitting the Houtsma's infant at East Campus. She had colic, and the Campus Patrol took me to medical infirmary near Baker Hall with her. They confirmed she was a healthy crying baby, and on the way back to EC in the Police Car, she calmed down & started giggling. Their compassion & common sense assured me & my parents too that MIT was as wonderful as its reputation. Thank you for your service, Officer Collier!

Diane Semmling VIIB, '78
spindrift29@yahoo.com
4/22/2013

A small piece of every police officer has died. When a brother or sister officer
falls victim to the acts of terrorists or criminals, it affects every police officer.
We all knew what was expected of us when we swore the oath and pinned on
the badge but it still does not minimize the hurt when one of our own is
killed in the line of duty. I consider myself fortunate to have completed over
30 years of service as a police officer, relatively unscathed. Even retired, I still feel
the pain of the loss of a fellow officer. Remember those that represent the
"thin blue line", between safety and anarchy and do it willingly. Officer Collier
was at the beginning of his career and gave his life for the safety of others.
My heart goes out to Officer Collier's family, friends and Brother and
Sister officers.
Rest in Peace, Brother.

Thomas A. Koedel - Ross Township Police (retired)
tak3626@hotmail.com
4/22/2013

Sincere condolences to Sean`s family. Thank you so much for your work at MIT campus. You are and will be a hero for ever !

Mohamed AZIZE
mazize@mit.edu
4/22/2013

I want to offer my condolences to the family of Sean, all his family and friends. As a mother of an MIT student I am grateful for his service to the MIT community. I feel saddened that his life has been cut so short. Reading about him has made me realize he must have been a wonderful person. I am so sorry for your loss.

Caroline Batenburg
4/22/2013

Rest in peace Officer Sean Collier and Thank you for your sacrifice. A hero that will not be forgotten. May your family find comfort in the lord at this time of sorrow.

cynthia mother of a police officer
gbowen1@twcny.rr.com
4/22/2013

Deepest condolences to Sean's family, friends and loved ones.

Aleyn Smith-Gillespie ('01) London, UK
4/22/2013

I did not know Sean, but as an employee of Harvard, know how important our campus police are. Sincere condolences to his family. What a terrible loss this is.

anon.
4/22/2013

To the family,the M.I.T. Police dept., and the M.I.T. Community , I would like to express my deepest sorrow for the tragic lost of the life of Officer Sean Collier.

Temple University Police Officer David West #2082
davidwes@temple.edu
4/22/2013

Condolences to Sean's loved ones.

Daniel '06
4/22/2013

Rest Easy Brother !

Sgt Charles James Temple University Police Department
cjames01@Temple.edu
4/22/2013

I offer my heartfelt condolences to your family, Officer Collier. Words hardly suffice in thanking you for the ultimate sacrifice you made in protecting our community from terror. Rest peacefully.

Chuck Quintero, '83
c.quintero@alum.mit.edu
4/22/2013

God speed. RIP.

State 618
4/22/2013

To us, and those like us! God speed young man.

Alan Y
4/22/2013

You served your community with pride and professionalism. You made a choice to stand in the face of danger so that we could be safe. You made a difference. Your sacrifice will be remembered always.

Chad Costa
4/22/2013

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

My condolences to the MIT police and to the officers family.

Matt Makaveli
4/22/2013

I am writing to extend my deepest condolences to Mr. Collier's family, friends, and fellow officers. I am an MIT alumna who worked closely with the wonderful campus police and the MIT administration many years ago as the student liaison on a task-force to launch the saferides transport service that is still in existence today. The campus police were wonderful partners then and still are today, risking their lives every day to protect the Institute and its constituents. My thoughts and prayers are with this brave officer's family, with his fellow officers, and with the entire MIT campus.

Jennifer Stranzl
4/22/2013

I am the father of a junior at the Institute. The events of this last week have stunned our little world and the world at large. It was with great sadness that my son, a junior at the institute, and I, followed the story throughout the night of April 18th, connected by telephone. I am struck by the honorable resolve and the dedication to duty demonstrated by Officer Collier, a truly admiral man. The institute, the students and their parents will be forever indebted to honor his memory. On behalf of two very touched and grateful parents, I offer my sincere condolences.

André French
andre@nltenterprises.net
4/22/2013

Rest easy, brother. My prayers go out for the family. May God be with you as you go through this time. I believe I can speak for all the officers at Frankfort Police Dept in Frankfort, KY when i say that we are standing with you and praying for you.

John 15:13 Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.

Scott Tracy
4/22/2013

Rest in peace, Officer Collier. Thank you for protecting the MIT community, and for making such a strong impression on that campus in such a short time. Praying you find the peace you deserve.

Moira Sharkey
4/22/2013

i am so sorry

nick conner
nicolasconner11@gmail.com
4/22/2013

Officer Collier, Thank you for your service!

Eric Huang, S.M. '10, Ph.D. '12
4/22/2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and co-workers of a true hero - Officer Sean Collier. We are so, so sorry for your loss...

Roddy Tranum
roddy@alum.mit.edu
4/22/2013

Deepest condolences to Sean's family, friends, and colleagues, after this awful turn of events. I'm sure I'm like many other alumni who feel a deep connection to Boston and to Cambridge and to all of the good people at MIT, and who are at a loss for what to do with the overwhelming emotions. My heart goes out to you and I wish you all the best as you begin to heal after this unimaginable loss.

Tina Starr '02
tinas@alum.mit.edu
4/22/2013

I am deeply saddened by the death of Officer Collier. My prayers and thoughts are with his families, friends and colleagues.

Hiroshi Menjo
4/22/2013

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