Whitewright Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, December 23, 2000
Reflections for Corporal James Arvil Lamance
My thoughts are with all of your loved ones on this 7th anniversary and with Christmas only a few days away. I know this whole incident was a total miscarriage of justice for your loved ones. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and hopefully, some day justice will be served to the individual who caused all the pain and suffering.
Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
December 23, 2007
You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service, this writer is disappointed that justice was not served on your behalf.
VanDenBerghe
Manchester, NH
December 22, 2007
Dad
I love You Very Much And I know You Are Looking Down At Me From Heaven And Are Always With Me, But I Still Miss You! Even Though You Are Not Here Physically You Are Still Molding Me Into The Woman I am Meant To Be, I Will Be Sixteen Soon And Am Now Driving, Thanks For Keeping Me Safe, You Will Never Be Forgotten, Even Though There Is No One In Prison For Your Death, The Big Man Upstairs Will Get Him, I Am Strong Like You Taught Me To Be And So Is Mom, We Miss You And Love You LOTS, Christamas Has Never Been The Same. Love Always Jacie
Jacie Lamance
Daughter
October 30, 2007
I was watching a story about you on MSNBC last night, "THE VERDICT,YOU DECIDE" At the end of the show when they said that the suspect in your crime was acquitted,I honestly could not believe,it seemed so obvious that he was guilty but may you rest in peace and god bless your family and friends who must deal with your loss every day!!
Kimberly
October 16, 2007
James Lamance,
I just wanted to thank you for everything you did. You taught me a lot when I was over playing with Jacie. You and Lynn were like parents to me. May you rest in peace.
Kimberly Jean Garner
Friend of family
March 9, 2007
Kevin,
I hope time has eased your pain. What few times I met Jim, well, you couldn't help but love him. Just wanted to leave a note to let you know that you and your brother are still in my thoughts. -Kelly
Kelly Bellows
Former Officer_Attended Police academy with Kevin Lamance
March 2, 2007
Its 2007 and i still think of that night as if it was the night the call came across the radio and my heart skips a beat.The times i had ridden with you i learned alot from you and i want to thank you for sacrificing your life for everyone around you.I will aways remember you as a hero and a guardian,your friend dm.
Daniel Moores
Friend
January 8, 2007
RIP your killer will be punished 1 day
December 23, 2006
Rest in peace, sir! You are not forgotten.
Police Officer
September 4, 2006
Cpl,. Lamance, thank you for your service. To have your murderer walk away scott free is an incredible injustice. The citizens that made that choice will have to answer for their incompetance to God.
May you rest in peace.
Michelle - wife of Retired LEO
August 24, 2006
My soul still aches to talk to you every day. I know one day I will see that smile again yet I must wait. We were so close and I know your still here. Judgement day for your killer will not come soon enough for all that knew and Love you!!! I would of taken that bullet for you any day !!!I'll love you & miss you till I come home.
Mama Carole
carole moody
life long friend
June 13, 2006
Corporal Lamance your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Care now. May you rest in peace brother.
SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee
May 13, 2006
JIM, I STILL MISS YOU AND THINK ABOUT YOU ALL OF THE TIME. I ALSO REMEMBER ALL THE THINGS YOU TAUGHT ME AND HELPED ME WITH WHILE WORKING. YOU WERE ALWAYS THERE FOR ME AND AND HELPED ME. ONE DAY I WILL BE SPEAKING TO YOU AGAIN. GOD BLESS YOU
PATROLMAN J. MONROE
DENISON PD
March 6, 2006
He may have gotten away with it now, but he won't fool God. I miss you so much... Watch my back
Officer J. Van Patten
Southmayd P D
February 19, 2006
Cpl. Lamance,
On today, the 5th anniversary of your murder, I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Whitewright. It's a travesty of justice that your murderer was acquitted-I can't believe that could have happened in Texas.
R.I.P.
Anonymous
December 23, 2005
jim, i still miss you as much today and and i would give anything to have you back
plt de rhodes
denison pd
March 8, 2005
It was my honor working with Jim during the six months i was at Whitewright Police Department. Jim was my partner working the day shift and I working the night shift. I leared alot from Jim while working with him and miss him greatly. I will never forget him. We all miss you partner. One day we will meet again, until then I know you will have my back. Thank you
Timothy Rider
February 14, 2005
Corporal Lamance,
Thank you for your service, professionalism, bravery and courage. Your killer may have been acquitted by a jury here on earth, but rest assured, he will be sentenced by a higher authority.
Detective T. Henshaw
Bell Gardens Police Dept., CA
December 23, 2004
On the anniversary of your death, I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.
A hero never dies...
Rest in peace, hero.
December 23, 2004
Rest easy, Brother, you are not forgotten. Bless your family and friends at this time of year, and let them know you watch over them still.
Monroe Co. Sheriff Dept. Bloomington, In.l
December 23, 2003
Jim would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need.
Bill Owens
Mullinix Garage
Hey, its been almost three years now since you left us and as a fellow Officer I still get cold chills and cry when I hear the bag pipes play Amazing Grace. MISS YOU MAN!!!
Anonymous
It has been almost a year and I still miss you bro. I got there as soon as I could. We all did, but it wasn't soon enough.
Anonymous
It was an honor and a priviledge to have served with Corporal Lamance in Whitewright. I served as a reserve officer there for four years, and rode with Jim on many occasions. Jim was very easy going, enthusiastic, and dedicated to his service. While others were leaving the department for more money, better equiptment, etc., Jim was always the one to say "I'm proud to be here, and wouldn't wanna go anywhere else". It was a shock to learn that he had been killed in the line of duty. All of us who were there have been touched by this terrbile tragedy. Jim maybe gone from this earth, but his memory will live on in the hearts and minds of all of us who knew him best. I again would like to extend my condolences to Jim's family, and may God bless you all.
Patrolman Timothy Green
Gainesville Police Department
Corporal Lamance, your watch is over and our department salutes you and your tour. May you watch over the gates of heaven, as you watched over the citizens of Whitewright, Texas.
Deputy J. Allen
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Department, Texas
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