Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Miss you Miles. R.I.P.

Retired Major Elizabeth Ledbetter
Alcoholic Beverages & Tobacco, Florida

May 14, 2024

Hello Daniel, I had the opportunity to stop by at the site of the accident yesterday, 4/2724. I took my wife and young son with me as it was a very important day for us to visit the location.
I was privileged to have you assigned to me as my Silent Partner. I was happy and amazed on how many of your love share their beautiful memories of how Great of a man you were.
I continue to carry you on my left breast pocket since the academy, Class 1228-A. You are always with me and I appreciate you.
I left one of my BP hats and my class coin on the site. It will not be my last visit. Thank you Daniel for helping me getting through the Academy.

George M

April 28, 2024

Agent James,
I just left a reflection for you but I realized I didn’t type your name correctly. On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

March 3, 2021

Agent Miles,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country-not just as a Border Patrol Agent but also when you served with the USMC-especially during Desert Storm in 1991. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
A fellow BPA;former Marine

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

March 3, 2021

Miles, I have been thinking of you lately. I am teaching at FLETC now and saw your name engraved on that marble statue. You were a kind man and helped me through the academy so long ago! I wouldn't be here without your help. I thank you. God Bless you and to your family!

Former USBP
Class 389
"hold the line"

HSI Special Agent
Former USBP/ Current HSI

September 16, 2020

Wow another year without you here. But you are always with us in our hearts. R.I.P. Miles you will never be forgotten

Retired Major Elizabeth Ledbetter
Alcoholic Beverage & Tobacco Florida

March 2, 2020

I've only just recently began this career but you're my Silent and reading your families Reflection has bought tears to my eyes. I Promise to live up to the standards and to do the best that I can . You're not forgotten Daniel M. James Jr I. I wish your family the best.
From a Trainee in Class 1103.

BPA-T
CBP

September 4, 2018

I visit here often just to try to grasp the loss of my son. Today was no different. Except that while hurting inside, I decided to see what this day was like in history. I came across your EOW. Now that I’m the President of West Texas C.O.P.S, I see things a bit different. To honor my son on a daily bases, I now honor you and others who have given the ultimate sacrifice. I pray that your family finds peace and know that we are now all family. Thank you for your service. We’ll be here for your parents, siblings, coworkers children’s, spouse and another’s whom are effected by the loss. You honored your county, now we’ll remember and honor you forever. RIP

President of West Texas Concerns for Pol
Grieving Mother of BPA Jose (Joey) D. Barraza E.O.W. 4-18-16

March 4, 2018

Still miss you and love ya,just like yesterday,will always be in my heart and thoughts.bless you and all that have fallen for our rights and freedoms,love you bro,George James,your brother.......

George James
Brother

March 2, 2018

Miles, I so often reflect back on all the fun we had laughing at Rabit Bob, Joe’s you want special and Patty & Fred’s just fresh look. I miss you every day. I’m so great full for time we shared as friends and the kindness you showed my mom. R.I.P. my friend and know you will never be forgotten.

Retired Major Elizabeth Doyle Ledbetter
Florida Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco

March 2, 2018

Miles, I periodically reflect on how much it hurt to see your kids right after you passed away. I feel that I should have been there or not had traded those work days with you. Somehow, as your journeyman and good friend I feel I failed you and your family. I carry your Fallen Hero/Silent Partner card with me every day at work. Continue to rest easy and I know you have my watching over me from heaven.

Training Operations Supervisor
US Border Patrol/Border Patrol Academy

June 1, 2017

It's Police Week. Missing you. R.I.P. Miles you are not forgotten.

Elizabeth Ledbetter Retired Major
State of Florida

May 15, 2017

Miles: 15 years! I can't believe you have been in heaven that long. R.I.P. and know you are loved and will never be forgotten!

Elizabeth Ledbetter, Retired Major
Alcoholic Beverages & Tobacco FL

March 2, 2017

R.I.P. You will never be forgotten.
I'm so happy that I have found Mindy on F/B she is such a great woman. You would be so proud of her. I miss you every day.

Retired Major, Elizabeth Doyle Ledbetter
Alcoholic Beverages & Tobacco

March 3, 2016

Rest in peace Miles. Sorry I never got to meet you. Learned so many great things about you during my Chaplaincy Academy.

Donald Lee BPA, Chaplain
USBP

March 3, 2016

RIP my brother you will NEVER be forgotten. I miss you.

Retired Major Elizabeth Doyle Ledbetter
Alcoholic Beverages & Tobacco

March 3, 2015

Still hurts not having you around. Which I could of change that day but that cannot be changed. I love you and still miss you son but one day I will see you in the after life in heaven

Daniel M James
dad

March 2, 2015

God bless the broken road still think of you everyday love ya and miss ya

George pfc
Brother

March 1, 2015

RIP my friend I miss you every day. I saw our "friend" Patty the other day and remember all the fun we had discussing her LOL.

Major Elizabeth Doyle Ledbetter
Alcoholic Beverages & Tobacco/Retired

May 14, 2014

Miss ya always the best to talk to.

george
brother

February 19, 2014

Miles. I'm sorry it took me so long to find this page. I'll never forget being at the checkpoint when we heard you had lost the struggle. I had the honor of lowering the flag. I think about you often and you will always be an inspiration.

Melinda - I hope you are doing well. Whenever I think of Miles, I think of you and the boys also. May God bless your family always.

Stuart Alcorn - Ast Chief Counsel - ICE
Friend and fellow BPA, USBP, Freer Station, 1996-2001

May 20, 2013

Miles: I miss you every day. Rip my friend and brother.
Elizabeth Doyle-Ledbetter

Major, Retired
ABT

March 3, 2013

Miles...I love you and I will always cherish the memories we shared together...I miss you infinitely...u were my life, my heart and I know one day we will be reunited....until that day I will keep pushing through this life inspired by your love, dedication and accomplishments. You are forever my hero.

Melinda
Your loving wife

February 20, 2013

I still remember the phone conversation on January 28,2001. Talking about coming down to Freer Texas. I still remember the telephone call on January 29 while I was at work. It broke my heart to come down there and see you at the hospital. Was so mad with God to let this happen. Then I realized God kept you going so I could see you. Love you always your dad.

Daniel M James
Father

August 16, 2012

Miles: I'm sorry I am a few days late with this reflection. I retired last July after serving 31 years as a LEO and I showed your photo at my retirement luncheon. Why? Because I wanted you to have a retirement luncheon too. I will always remember you and pray for your family each and every day. I miss you. RIP my brother.

Retired Major Elizabeth Ledbetter
ABT Jacksonville FL

March 6, 2012