Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Jason you will never be forgotten. In this your seventh anniversary a softball tournament will be held in your honor. We hope to raise enough money to fund several local scholarships in your name. Because we know that education was very important to you. May God bless Jason, his family, all who take the time to read this message, the tournament and may God bless America.

D. Salinas
Border Patrol Brother

April 15, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe
MANCHESTER, NH

April 9, 2008

Jason,
ON today, the 7th anniversary of your death, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country and to the Patrol. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

A fellow BPA

Anonymous

April 4, 2008

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

March 19, 2008

Jason,

I found this website by accident, and decided to see if you were remembered here. I am glad that you are, it means a lot to be able to leave a comment. I met you at Glynco when you were still in the academy, and then again in Laredo when I moved there to be with my family. You were a great person and a great agent, and I wish I had known you better. As the wife of a former BPA, I know how your family feels about losing you. I worry constantly about the possibility of something happening to my husband Jason. You guys worked together at Laredo North, and we still remember you and talk about you from time to time. I will never forget working at AirOps with the other secretaries when they called you over the radio and announced that you were dead. What a sad day for all agents and their loved ones. You are loved and missed.

Emily (Ward) Torrick
EMT, USAFR

October 21, 2007

Its been over six years, Jason, and we all still think of you from time to time. Just the other day I saw a sticker on a file cabinet in the new Laredo West station - "In Memory of Jason Panides". I know you would have been here at West, doing all of the things you loved - working groups in the brush, working the river, looking for dope, etc. (Although by now you would have probably gone over to the dark side - "Supervisor" Panides).

I remember when we were both trainees and we caught a group down in Area 2. I think we were more suprised and scared than the aliens.

Take care in heaven and watch out for those of us still working the line.

SPA Jimmy Doran
USBP

August 13, 2007

I attended the funeral of my fellow Plano Police Officer Wes Hardy (07/12/07) and it brings back many memories of the day you were lost. I try to think of all the positive you brought and bring to our lives. The days of you chasing dope and catching smuggling cases. We miss you always and we try to live by your example. Take Care.

Jonathan

Jonathan Hay
Plano PD/Ex BPA Class #379

July 18, 2007

Good guys are always thought of by everyone.

Joe SPA K-9 Instructor
USBP

May 4, 2007

Man its hard to believe its over six years since we lost you. You are still in my thoughts Jason everyday as I go about my life. I remember catching that big dope load with you a few weeks before the accident and how excited we were. I miss those times and I miss you. I rememember that night of the accident like it was yesterday. God be with your family and may you rest in peace.
Former BPA Laredo North class #399

trent talmage former BPA
ex BPA

April 16, 2007

Dear Family of Agent Panides,
May you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers today and that your Hero has not been forgotten. Jason will forever be remembered in our hearts. Love and Prayers, Mother-in-law of: Sgt. Jeffrey T. Hewitt EOW 04-04-04 Carolyn Moore Asheville,North Carolina

Carolyn Moore

April 7, 2007

Time has not diminished your memory or your sacrifice.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

April 4, 2007

We just played the pipes for two more fallen ones Jason. Not only did you touch the agents you worked with, my daughter remembers you from when we were at the academy in Glynco.

SPA Letney
Class 362

SPA John Letney
USBP Laredo Sector Pipes & Drums

March 21, 2007

I heard of Jason's story from someone who knew him well. I was very moved by this tragedy. My prayers go out for him and his family and friends. To his family and friends, may your suffering and loss give way to peace and hope. For Jason, I pray, Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen.

Brian Baker

March 12, 2007

To my fellow Floridian, May god bless your family and friends. I can't believe it's been 5 years since that night. Your name still comes up all the time and it always brings a smile to my face. I'll never forget the good time we had in San Antonio for Fat Tuesdays and the times I had the opportunity to work with you on the line. You were a great journeyman. I hope your family and friends are doing well. We miss you here in Laredo, God Bless You and your family.

BPA F. Betancourt
USBP

May 11, 2006

To Border Patrol Agent Jason Christopher Panides and his loved ones:

On this the fifth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.

My heart goes out to your family. You’re in our thoughts and our prayers.
Reading the loving reflections about your beloved Jason gives us some understanding of what a kind and honorable man he was, and how many good times he shared with his family members and friends.

Rest in Peace, Agent Panides. I am humbled by your valor, courage, and dedication.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the four years of distinquished service Jason gave to his community and the citizens of our country, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on April 4, 2001.

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

April 4, 2006

Jason,

It was truly a pleasure being your FTO. You're "never say never" attitude was inspiring. Rest In Peace brother.

H. Leo
USPB

December 26, 2005

It is always so sad to read about
these officers losing their lives,
especially when they are so young,
I know there is still such a void from
your leaving and may God continue
to help heal the pain. Thank you
for your service and dedication to
our country and your fellow man.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

August 8, 2005

Rest in peace.

DE
St. Louis City Police

July 27, 2005

To my friend and brother, I always remeber you after a long day sign cutting rubing your hand across your face and smiling from ear to ear. You are like not other, one of a kind, God recalled his angel the day he took you. I know that you and your fiance are smiling down upon us. God bless you Jason.

Officer Jonthan Hay
Plano Police Dept, Plano, Texas

June 10, 2005

Another year, rest in peace.

V-28
USBP

April 4, 2005

Well, it is Christmas day here in Arizona. We lost another Agent here a few days ago. It made me think about the day we lost you. It is has been a few years, and you are still thought of and missed deeply! Your impact on our lives will never be forgotten. I still think of all the crazy stories and they always bring a smile to my face! Wish you were still with us, but we know you are in a better place, guarding the borders of heaven.

SBPA N. Chamness
USBP

December 25, 2004

My thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and family of Agent Panides on this anniversary of his death.

I often visit this website after the deaths of two dear friends (NCSHP Troopers Calvin Taylor E.O.W. October 3, 2001 and Anthony Cogdill E.O.W. May 30, 2003).

Just wanted to let you know there are still prayers for your family. God Bless You.

Marti (EMT-Paramedic)
Haywood Co EMS (NC)

April 4, 2004

Just thinking of you Jason and to let you know that you are and always will be in our hearts. We miss you alot bro. Please Lord watch over our brother in your loving arms.

SPO Steven Willis
Austin PD-SWAT

December 9, 2003

Sept. 12th. 2003 Just listening to some Alan Jackson and remembering good friends. To you my friend Jason; Arriba, abajo, a centro y adentro Va con Dios; mi amigo.

SPA
USPB, Class 368

September 13, 2003

Jason was a very good friend and one heck of a guy agent. I will miss him dearly as well as his family and friends. Rest in Peace, Jason

BPA Trent Talmage
Border Patrol/ Laredo North Station