Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Jim, what I wouldn't give to hear you on the radio just one more time, even with that mouth full of sunflower seeds! You are dearly missed by many people. Till we meet again my friend!

Anonymous

April 19, 2006

Officer Snedigar,

As I prepare to eat Easter Dinner with my family I reflect on your courage and dedication to the citizens or Chandler and Arizona on the anniversary of your death.

Your sacrifice is appreciated and the gift of freedom and security that you have provided will be an everlasting tribute to your courage.

Respectfully,

Mark Bond, Ph.D.
Criminal Justice Professor

Mark Bond, Ph.D.
Criminal Justice Professor

April 16, 2006

Well.....here we are again on a day of reflection. I know you wouldn't want me to be sad, but I can't help but be sad because of who you were and how you lived your life. Enough of that....I wish I could turn the clock back and go on one more early morning or late afternoon run with you up that damned hill at ALETA. You are certainly always remembered in my heart Jim.

Capt. Mark Jones
Department of Defense Police

April 16, 2006

Jim-Bob your the greatest COP that has ever lived. I hope that your having a blast up on the big hill in the sky. I remember running calves for ya back in the day. Remamber Big lake, AZ? Your Ol'man was a kick as well. God bless ya bro...

Eric Bates
Minuteman

January 8, 2006

Another Christmas has past, I missed you. I'm so very proud of the man you were, some things just aren't the same without you. I love you, I think of you often, and I miss you.

Sally Snedigar Hanson
Jim's sister

December 27, 2005

Jim,
The smoke has cleared, but your name and the memory of all you did lives on. I clearly remember your smiling face at every early morning warrant. I remember teasing you about that bright red white and blue flag that you wore on your tac vest. "When I come through the door, I want them to know I'm an American first, then know I'm a cop" you always said. Although not as brightly colored, I now wear an American flag upon my vest, proudly displaying the badge number of my fallen comrade. Jim, I think of you often and as I come to the close of my career I reflect upon those who made a difference. You certainly did and we all felt the rumble of the heavens the day you left us.
-Kel

Det. Kel Helmick
Chandler Police Dept

November 16, 2005

Still here buddy and still thinkin' about ya.

Captain Mark Jones
Department of Defense Police - San Diego

September 4, 2005

Offc. Snedigar,
You are an inspiration. You did your job right, and you are continuing to hold onto your honour, even after you are gone.
I pray to God that you are happy, in His presence, and I hope that your family is doing well.
You are amazing, and to put it simply, I hope to be like you. In both braveness, but, honourable as well.
God loves you, as His precious son.
God bless you, and your family.

MistyDawn Cleghorn

MistyDawn Cleghorn

August 13, 2005

dad i miss you so much.... i dont know how i am able to live without you, i think about you everyday and i honor you in every way possible. i am so proud of you. you will never be forgoten i wont let it happen, you are my inspiration. i love you dad.

312 4-16-99 " it is not that the way these officers died that made them heros, it is how they lived."

rupert snedigar
8-13-05

rupert snedigar

August 13, 2005

Every time I get into a situation like this, I draw on the courage that this man possessed. I don't consider it an anomaly that so many former SF members become police officers. I believe the inner-strength and sense of honor to be inate; it cannot be taught. Being a police officer is not an easy profession, yet like the moth to the flame, we are drawn to it. Challenge is what we seek, whether it be an interdiction stop on the highway or booting a door on a high-risk warrant. Rangers lead the way, even when we know that it probably won't go well. We are bound by the Tab.
Rest Easy, Ranger. We have it from here.

SH25

July 12, 2005

To whom it may concern,

I am the father of a fifteen year old boy that left this world by his own hand in June of 2004. I am proud of the fact that my son is resting very near to a fallen hero such as Officer Snedigar. Never let it be said that it isn't appreciated, the officers and the jobs they perform secure us all. My son is in good hands.


God bless Jim Snedigar and my beloved Matthew Shawn Jones. God is on point.

Clifford Jones
Boeing

June 24, 2005

To the family of Officer James Snedigaar, we just recently read about your tragic loss on ODMP. My husband and I wish to express our condolence. Another fine Officer lost in the line of duty, however he will always be remembered. God Bless each of you.

Sincerely,

Lyndell & Elizabeth Taylor
Parents of
Deputy Sheriff (Douglas County, Oregon)
Morris Lyn Taylor
EOW 9-14-02

January 30, 2004

Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?" And I said, "Here am I. Send me."

Isaiah 6:8

662/383/108

October 18, 2003

I was browsing the site and found James here, it it my understanding that he and I may have been related. When our family came here from Holland back in the 1600's several spellings of the family name were used including Snedigar/Snediker/Snedeker.

To my cousin;

Your sacrifice has not gone without notice. Your death in the line of duty is a proud reminder of the many sacrafices members of the family have made over the years to our Country, States and Cities. I thank you for your service to your country, and community. Ed Snediker

Sgt. E F Snediker (retired)
CSX Railroad Police

I have just learned of the death of a fellow officer, James Snedigar. I am currently a 12 year veteran for the Police Department in Odessa, Texas. I am also proud to say that I served with Officer Snedigar in the 3rd Bn 75 Army Rangers in Fort Benning, Georgia. I was stationed there from 1985-1988. I can tell you Jim was a hard worker, a good man and a good Ranger. I am also a SWAT Team member of out agency, and have been so for almost seven years. For those who are his friends and co-workers, I envy you for having such a good man, and officer, to work with for as long as you did. To his wife and children, I can say that you still have a good husband and a good father, because as long as you remember him, as I do, he will always be with us.

With Kindest Regards,
A Fellow Officer and Ranger  

As I stood waiting for the procession to arrive, I could not keep the emotions in check any more. I stood in a crowd of thousands just to catch a glimpse of this officer's legacy one more time. When the funeral procession finally drove past us, it was impossible not to cry, thinking of the sacrifice he made for us. It is hard to imagine what this brave man's family will go through in the years to come. I hope they know they will be in everyone's thoughts and prayers for the rest of time. I hope they know what an inspiration he was to so many people. I am now in the Mesa police academy, and I can not wait to serve my community as well as he did.

To Officer James Snedigar,

May you rest in peace, and thank you for your honor, integrity, and sacrifice. John 15:13

Anonymous

Officer,

Thank you for your service, and for your dedication. Sir, I pray for both you and your family. By your acts of selflessness, and through your courage, you have helped to enocourage me to pursue the career you so loved. You left the world with great honor, and our hearts will always remember you, even when we didn't know you personally. Phil 1:3. May you rest in peace.

Private Citizen
Jeff Zimmerman

Jim,

It has been almost 6 months since you were killed, however, it seems much longer than that to me. Not because you are forgotten, but because you are missed. You will never be forgotten, there are too many reminders. Like the black band over your mailbox door at the station, and the black ribbon by your picture in the hallway, and the dedication of the memorial that will be at our building, and unfortunately your name will be first. Jim you are missed. I think that you are with all of us during our tour of duty guiding us to make the right decisions and protecting us in your own special way. Badge 312 will never be forgotton.

Officer Rick Griner
Chandler Police Department

even though i didnt know officer snedigar i was living in arizona at the time of his departure from this world i felt a deep simpathy for his family and for the chandler police for they have lost a brother and friend i am currently training to become a tribal police officer i will do the best i can to help out as many people as i can.

L. Bear Looks Back

Anonymous

As I walked up to Jim's wife to give a donation, and my sympathies, I broke down. Another officer gone. How could anything so senseless happen. I have never had the pleasure of knowing the man, but of the officers I do know, he was a great man. He will be sadly missed, and his legacy will live on. I hope someday, to be as good an officer for my community, as Jim was for his. God Bless his wife, and family. And know that the community is praying for you and all our fine officers. Jim, may you rest in peace, and know you were loved.

Police officer trainee
Phoenix Police Academy

I met Officer Snedigar only briefly at an FOP meeting only a few months ago. I did not know him well, but have very close friends who did. His passing hits close to home and leaves an especially deep hole. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family. Jim- rest in peace, Brother.

Officer Steve Clark
Coolidge PD, AZ

Officer, Ranger, Father, Friend. You died doing your duty. Your death was not in vain. Because of the lives of fellow Officers you touched your values and integrity will be carried on and not forgotten. May you Rest in Peace and God Bless your family.

Anonymous

For your dedication to duty. This comes with the thanks too seldom said... With admiration too deep to express - John 15:13

Officer Christine Nilsson, CEP
Tempe Police Department

I met Officer Snedigar once when he came into the Emergency Room, and his compassion and professionalism were evident, not only to the staff but also to the suspect of the case he was working. Chandler has lost a true hero, I know I speak for all of us in the emergency nursing profession when I say he will be sorely missed.

Susan, ER RN

"part of america died"

Somebody killed a policeman today,

and part of America died.

A piece of country he swore to protect,

will be buried with him at his side.

The suspect that shot him will stand up in court,

with counsel demanding his rights.

While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,

and spend many long, lonely nights.

The beat that he walked was a battle field too,

just as if he'd done to war.

Though the flag of our nation wont fly at half mast,

to his name they will add a gold star.

Yes someone killed a policeman today,

in your town or mine.

While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,

a cop put his life on the line.

Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,

and he stands at each new rookies side.

He answered the call

of himself gave his all

And A Part Of America died

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I HAVE NEVER HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING THE MAN, BUT THE OFFICERS THAT I TALKED TO SAID HE WAS A GREAT GUY TO KNOW.

BEST WISHES TO THE FAMILY

Tom
EVIT-Law Enforcement