Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I saw on facebook that its your anniversary today Rocky. I remember that night so well. Just writing to say rest in peace. You are still remembered.

Investigator Pat Gallagher
Broome County DA's Office

February 3, 2014

I was working for Bexar County S.O. when you were taken from us. I personally helped book in the individual who took your life. I will never forget the overwhelming desire to hurt him that I felt the entire time I dealt with him in the process. I am now a firearms instructor for the US Border Patrol and I think about your passing every time I teach a class. You are gone but will never be forgotten. I hope that you can look in on me from time to time until we meet. God Bless!

Carr, Jason S
Patrol Agent USBP
NM
"A TRUE SOLDIER FIGHTS NOT BECAUSE HE HATES WHAT'S IN FRONT OF HIM, BUT BECAUSE HE LOVES WHAT'S BEHIND HIM!"

January 31, 2014

I miss you my brother. I miss all the fun times and our talks and I just miss my big brother. I know it's 12 years but it still seems like yesterday. The tears still flow but are just more manageable. I am thankful for the great relationship we had. You gave me a lot of great stories to share with Victoria and Little Rocky. They love it when we share stories about you. It's good to see them laugh because I know they continue to miss you even though your time with them was short. But dont worry, as a family, we will continue to share your legacy with them. They have grown up to be really great kids. They are smart and funny. You would be really proud of them. Sandra has done a phenomenal with them. She misses you; we all do. Thank you for everything you taught me; you still are teaching me life lessons. Love you my brother and Friend.

Julie Riojas
Sister

February 4, 2013

I never had the pleasure of knowing Rocky, but his passing has had a lasting affect on me. Rocky passed 2 days before I started with my department. His funeral was the first, and unfortunately won't be last officer funeral I will attend. I still remember being in awe of the number of officers present to celebrate your life and recognize your sacrifice.
Your memory lives on, especially with your brothers on SWAT.
You may be gone, but you will never be forgotten.

Det. Joe Tovar
New Braunfels PD

February 4, 2013

Never Forgotten

Cathy Hill Trustee
C.O.P.S.

February 3, 2013

Rocky, I miss you and your friendship and I think of you often !

J.P.

February 2, 2013

It's been almost 12 years and it still feels like yesterday when I heard you were gone. I still miss you. I think of you often and talk of you just as much so that everyone will remember who you were. I am so grateful to have had you in my life. I miss you Rock.

J
Always, your friend

December 31, 2012

Rocky

Sorry it took me so long to find this website. I had to write a reflection for you. I just wanted to thank you for the time I got to share with you. I enjoyed our times sparring at the academy. You were pretty good. You could take a good shot as well as dish out a stronger one. You showed great heart and determination. Good times. Your passing caused me to recheck my style of fighting. I dove into grappling and submission arts for the next five years. Now my fighting is greatly enhanced. Thank you! Now I’m doing mixed martial arts and fighting in the professional heavyweight ranks. I’m still undefeated!!! I’m a little old for such a young man’s game but I love having the odds against me and overcoming them. I have hit that turning point where I could one day be competing with the best in the world in the U.F.C. God blessed me with you crossing my path in life. I am very thankful. 2013 will be my year! Watch my climb to success and know you played a part in it. You are missed! I am still amazed at how you touched people’s hearts in our community. People were standing at the curbs on every street we drove down during your procession. It was a proud feeling I will never forget. I wish I had video of it so I could pass it on to the young cadets I teach. It will be something I will always cherish. As well as something I will always strive for. Thanks!!!

Officer Richard Odoms
San Antonio Police

December 19, 2012

Patrolman Riojas,
As another summer draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the time I spent at camp this year. I was again lucky enough to mentor in your daughters cabin and spent some time with your wife and son. What an amazing and loving family. Your daughter is a bright, kind, witty and beautiful young woman. Please continue to watch over us all. Your memory and sacrifice is never forgotten.

Sgt Kelly Donahue
Madison PD

September 23, 2012

You will always have a special place in my heart Rocky. The joy you brought to me, Clay, Mom & Dad and Uncle Ted and Aunt Sharon will never be forgotten. Badge #1168. I still carry "Rocky's Prayer" in my wallet and always will. I love and miss you dearly.

PS: Dad, Clay, Uncle Ted and I are going hunting with you when we get up there.

Justin Smoot
Family Friend-Nephew of Retired SAPD Officer Ted Mangold

February 3, 2012

Happy Birthday Rocky. It has been an honor to dispatch and know you. Your spirit still lives today in the men and women who served with you. Angel Blessings my friend.

Erica Swenson
SAPD and friend

February 2, 2012

You never did let us forget your birthday. How ironic to find this website today. Happy Birthday big brother. Your still the best big brother I could have ever had. I love you and miss you. We all do. We still have good and bad days but know you are watching over all of us. We were telling the kids stories about you last weekend at moms... we were laughing until we couldn't breathe... those were good times and great memories. :) Love you, Landa

Officer Jolanda Riojas Sanchez
SAPD & sister

November 17, 2011

i was a waitress at rockys all the guys were like brothers to me i will always remember how strong and kind rocky was it was sad the day he passed i was still grieving fr my grandmother passing 3 weeks before rocky that yr total sucked hector passed after that then my grandfather passed in july lost 4 friends with in 6 months may they all rest in peace

carol
friend

October 1, 2011

Patrolman Riojas,

I was honored to spend this past week with your family. Your wife is an amazing woman, so kind, caring and so very compassionate. Your children honor your memory and sacrifice, and are so proud of you. I have no doubt that they will do great things and make so many positive contributions just as you did. Your daughter has a gentle soul and is clever and funny. They are being so loved and cherished by your wife.

Thank you for your dedication to your community and the profession, you will never be forgotten. May God hold you close while you watch over your family and those who continue the watch. God Bless

Kelly Donahue

Sgt Kelly Donahue
COPS Kids Camp Mentor

July 31, 2011

Such a wonderful smile. My heart goes out to all who love and miss Rocky. Especially his children.

Hero in life, not death my brother. You are not forgotten.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada

February 3, 2011

Patrolman Riojas,
Sir, on today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of San Antonio. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

February 3, 2011

I love you rockie,and miss you everyday.
Your kids are wonderful. I know your looking down on them.

Anonymous

June 18, 2010

Hey Rock let you know you are missed .

Wayne

April 20, 2010

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones and close friends on this day. Continue to watch over all of them, you have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

February 3, 2010

miss you rockey. and the days at st, gerards. +

AGENT wm, perez

December 18, 2009

Forgive me for missing the anniversary of your E.O.W., but I felt as though I could not continue to read about so many tragedies. I now realize the visit each day to leave a word of encouragement and hope to the loved ones of others, helps me to remember that I am not alone with my pain and heartbreak. So may I say to your friends and loved ones that my thoughts and prayers are with them now and always. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol and may they know you will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

February 25, 2009

You and your family are thought of especially today. You are a true HERO. May God continue to be with your family.
Brenda Lucas, Mother of
Chief Anthony D. Lucas
EOW - 2/4/2005

Anonymous

February 3, 2009

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. You have not been forgotten. Continue to watch over all of your loved ones.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicgo Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

February 3, 2009

God bless you and your family.

Police Officer
Mesquite Police Dept (TX)

February 3, 2009

To the family and friends of Patrolman Rocky Riojas and his fellow officers:

On behalf of our entire family, we wish to pay honor to Rocky's memory on the eighth anniversary of the day he so tragically lost his life. His heroism, valor and bravery will be forever remembered.

May you be continue to be comforted by the support and caring of your law enforcement family, and other police survivors. We grieve for you and with you. Our family lost our beloved Larry Lasater when he was fatally shot in April of 2005 during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers, so we know the anquish you are still experiencing.

Please know that the brotherhood and sisterhood of law enforcement and police survivors will always be by your side on each step of the journey.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the years of service Rocky gave to his community and the citizens of Texas, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on February 3, 2001.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD eow 4/24/05

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

February 3, 2009