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SCRANTON — For about 90 minutes, it seemed like all of northeastern and central Pennsylvania stood still. “We gather here in sorrow and disbelief, a...

SCRANTON -- For about 90 minutes, it seemed like all of northeastern and central Pennsylvania stood still.

"We gather here in sorrow and disbelief, and anger. But most importantly, we gather here in faith," said Rev. Thomas Muldowney, state police chaplain.

And gather they did; friends, family, and police officers by the thousands.

Those who couldn't fit inside St. Peter's Cathedral in downtown Scranton listened to the solemn service outside the church on Wyoming Avenue.

They heard about a dedicated father and husband and a selfless public servant, cut down at age 38 in the most unimaginable way.

"The greatest disservice we can do for Bryon is only focus on his death. We need to focus on the life that he lived, the gift that was given to us. We need to honor and cherish and remember for the rest of our lives."

Corporal Bryon Dickson leaves behind a wife and two children.

One of the most poignant moments of the mass was when one of his sons put on a state trooper hat, just like the one his father was wearing on the day he died.

"I promise you that we will take care of Tiffany and the boys, as you have perfectly taken care of them throughout your life," said Cpl. Derek Felsman, Pennsylvania State Police.

And from there, Cpl. Dickson made his final journey to Dunmore Cemetery.

Those gathered to say goodbye were reminded one final time why they were here.

"You can shed tears because he is gone, or you can smile because he lived," said Fr. Muldowney, quoting an anonymous author. "You can close your eyes and pray that he comes back, or you can open your eyes and see all that he has left."

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