Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Tanja

I never met you....I was working as a communications officer for Orange County SO at the time of your death. Up until about a year ago I had blue C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Surviviors) ribbon around my car mirror to remind me of you. I took it down only because it was falling apart. I was very touched by your death. I am now a Law Enforcement officer. It takes a special person to do what we do. I think it is truly a job you are called on to do. Thank you for all you gave. A Thank you your family for all they gave. We are blesed to have you watching over us. You will not be forgotten.

Trooper Tanya Terrell
Florida Highway Patrol-Gainesville

April 5, 2007

Tanja, on May 18, 2000 you left us here to "Cross Over" to the other side. Our hearts still ache for you and we will never be the same. We think of you every day and miss your smiling and lovely face. We know you are in Heaven and looking down upon us which gives us some comfort. One day we will all be together again. We Love You. Mom and Dad

Tanja's Father

February 18, 2007

Nothing changes the fact that you're gone. The hurt is still here. The pain of your loss will not go away and I dont want it to. Your birthday is next week. Happy Birthday! I will never forget you.

Demetrius A. Ford
Orlando Police Department

September 10, 2006

There are so many things about you that remind me of me! I may not have known you very well, but I loved the way you kicked butt in Steve's class! You inspired me more than you will ever know! I wish I had the opportunity to get to know you better than just at the gym & around the station, as I have heard only the best things about you! I did have the opportunity to get to know your parents & I understand why you loved them so much! You STILL inspire me, Tanja! You will NEVER be forgotten!

LEO

July 27, 2006

Tanja, six years ago you were taken from those who loved you. Continue to watch over us. I just wanted you to know that you were not forgotton.

Police Officer L. Garcia
Los Angeles Police Department

June 12, 2006

It will be 6 years since your tour of duty ended. You have not been forgotten by your loved ones nor by the Blue Family, they will always keep your memory alive. You are a true hero. I know even after 6 years there are still many tears shed in your honor by those that love you, keep watch over them and protect them.

Bob Gordon, father of fallen officer
Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Bob Gordon

May 16, 2006

Hey Tanja, Just wanted you to know that your LAPD Class 8-95 just celebrated our ten year reunion. We watched the class video and we saw you once again. I can't believe how tuff you were! We wish that you could have been there. Take care of us.

Police Officer L. Garcia
Los Angeles Police Dept

February 27, 2006

The void you left is stll unfilled.

Sergeant
NPD

February 19, 2006

Tanja,

Had you on my mind and wanted to say Thanks Again for keeping a watchful eye over all of us. GOD BLESS your family and friends.

Cpl. Vernon Brown
Orange County Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit, Fl.

February 1, 2006

Tanja, I can't believe how much time has passed since we were at the LAPD Academy running up "Cardiac Hill". Of course it was no problem for You! LAPD Class 8-95 lost a true hero! We had a lot of good times during our training and I will never forget you. Your family will forever be in my prayers. Take care of all the men and women in blue, you are our guardian angel.

Gone, but not forgotton.

Lisette Garcia Police Officer III
LAPD Pacific Division

October 31, 2005

It has been over five years since you left us, and your still my encouragement to go to work everyday and do what I love best. You taught me to "NEVER, NEVER, give up, no matter what", and I haven't. Many things in this world have changed, but you will be in our hearts forever. Rest easy Sister Warrior.

OFC M.O'Keefe
University of Central Florida Police Department

October 30, 2005

We had some good times at the LAPD academy didn't we Tonja?..Rest in Peace and tell my dad I said hello..

Matt Kamasz

Matthias Kamasz
Deschutes County Sheriff's Office (Medically Retired)

October 2, 2005

Dear Tanja,

May you rest in peace. God bless you and your family. You will never be forgotten by your LAPD classmates of 8-95.

Officer Adam Basatemur
Princeton Borough Police, NJ

September 29, 2005

Fear Nothing, Risk Everything!

We love and miss you!! Thanks for keeping us all safe!!!

officer
orlando police

September 3, 2005

I saw your memorial in Avalon yesterday. It's next to a park and there were children laughing and playing nearby. Gone but never forgotten.

Officer
OPD

July 22, 2005

We miss you Tanja!!!

Officer
Orlando Police Department

March 3, 2005

Just want you to know that we still love and miss you very much!!!!!!!!!!

Detective Tony brisinte
Orange Co Sheriff, Orlando FL

October 19, 2004

3+ years, but still in our hearts.

Brother in Blue
Orlando, FL

October 7, 2004

On behalf of the men and women of the Virginia State Police we extend our condolences to the family of Officer Tanja King and the members of the Orlando Police department.
While her tour is over, our's continues in her memory and the memory of all those who have fallen.

Senior Trooper
Virginia State Police

May 18, 2004

Gone but never Forgotten...May you rest in Peace, Sister in Blue...Your sacrifice will not be in vain on this sad day of rememberance......May all of your Family, Fellow Officers, and Friends be filled with Peace....

Officer Debra McFall Ross
East Buffalo Twp P.D. Lewisburg, Pa.

May 18, 2004

Hi Tanja,

Received an e-mail from your dad this morning about their trip here to DC next week. I'll finally get to meet your mom, Tony, and Jennifer.

This year will be especially emotional for your family, since Tony will be singing at the Candlelight Vigil, which is only 5 days before your EOW.

Our consolation is that you are resting in God's arms side-by-side with your squad-mate, George.

I'll be at the Memorial Sunday for Law Ride and to bring you and George your yellow roses.

Sleep Peacefully,

Sylvia

Sylvia S. Trembelas, Witness Protection
Federal Bureao of Prisons (Ret.)

May 7, 2004

I remember Tanja well.I was in my 14th year on the street when she passed.She always made me smile.It takes a special person to bring a smile to the face of a crusty old grouchy cop.

Ofc.Pete Linnenkamp
Orlando P.D.

May 3, 2004

Hey Tanja,

You've got a new little full-blooded Korean nephew. Your brother's so excited about it because this is his first true "blood" relative. He's a beautiful baby and your folks went to see him 3/26. His name is Hunter James King. Isn't that a fantastic name? Your dad is so proud of this baby.

Keep watch over George for his mom, and we know God is keeping watch over both of you.

Your parents, Tony and his wife, and I, will see you on May 12th and 13th. I'll also see you before then.

Love,
Sylvia

Sylvia Trembelas, WitSec Desig Admin
Federal Bureau of Prisons

April 3, 2004

Hi Tanja,

Spoke with your Dad a couple of weeks ago. He, your mom, Tony, and his wife will be here in DC for a few days during Police Week. Tony will be singing at the Candlelight Vigil. I'm going to pick your parents up at the airport when they arrive. Can't believe it's only 2 years since I met your dad...Police Week 2002. I feel as though I've known your family forever.

Sleep sweetly, and I'll see you and George in May.

Sylvia

Sylvia Simons Trembelas
Federal Bureau of Prisons (Ret.)

February 23, 2004

Tanya,
It's funny how the paths of two people, from far different reaches of the country, can have so much in common. Like you, I attended Police Week in DC in May of 2000. On May 18th, during my first shift back from DC, I was struck by a drunk driver who hit my parked cruiser at 75mph. I suffered back, neck and head injuries and was out of work for 6 months.
The following May, while making my annual late night stop at the wall, I read of your accident. Same date, same first shift back and while on a routine call. As fate would have it, later on that same evening, I happened to run into an Orange County deputy at one of the local Irish establishments,who after a couple minutes, I learned had attended Police Week with you the year prior. I then discovered that this deputy was on his departments tactical team with two of my closest friends who venture to Maine every year to hunt at my camp.
Each year since, my first stop at the wall is to visit with you. Although we never met, I can't help but to believe my name should be next to yours. I guess it wasn't my time and God decided that he needed an angel to help watch over the rest of us. Thank you for keeping us out of harms way.
God bless.

Sgt. Mike Edes
Maine State Police

January 6, 2004