Houston Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Tuesday, May 22, 2001
Reflections for Police Officer Alberto Vasquez
Blessings to everyone thank you for the time that you take continuing Vasquez life legacy.
My name is Isaac now Pastor Isaac Méndez.
I met Vasquez on 93,94 till his accident.I was running security for a club Xtasis while he and Gomez worked príncipe azul.I was working a bounty Job in the area of Gessner close to Harwin and Vasquez and Rick backed me up it was a relief to see them both.I always admired the way they backed each other up.I use run into him in the Carwash in Gessner many time we were always happy to see each other.I pray for peace for everyone and love.So some years ago on my way to Dallas to do security while in the airplane I wrote a poem I always thought was for a special person for a special time and today by surprise I ran into this website so I will post it it was written by me around year 95.And Rick if you are still out there hi and thank you for being a good friend to Vasquez.
At one time
I saw you shining
The sun rays that
Could be felt
was you smiling,
At another time
I saw you hiding
Behind the clouds that were fogging
Even though I can’t compare your pain
I will remember you my friend
And I will think of you
every time I feel the rain
Pastor Isaac Mendez
Friend
August 15, 2024
It's been some time but we still love you My Angel in Blue I Will Always carry you in my heart and mind
Uncle Jerry Vasquez From Laredo tex
Uncle
April 16, 2024
I know you don't know me but I'm 11 years old and my teacher Is Ms. Ramos, but she told me all about her cousin Alberto Vasquez. In my opinion I think when he was still alive he was a brave hero that would save people from trouble.
from Jeshua Soto.
Jeshua Soto
he was a brave Cop
March 27, 2024
Carlos graduated from Baylor just a few days ago. I know you were watching.
This year you have officially been gone longer than the 21 years I served on the department. I was so proud to serve with you, and I think of you often. I also think of this night and wish I could have gotten there sooner. You will never be forgotten! Love you, Bro!
Madolyn Nasworthy
SGT. (Retired) Houston Police Dept
May 19, 2023
I will always remember that night. I was at hospital and it was my privilege to be by your sons side . I worked extra jobs at that same property and area . RIP my friend.
Sergeant John Yencha
Houston Police Department
February 8, 2023
Hey buddy, just thinking of you and the fun tennis games we had.
Rest in peace mate!
Kees Prins
Friend
February 5, 2023
Sweetie,
I know it has been a while since I visited the site and as you know there is not a day that goes by without thinking of you, or telling someone about you, or talking about your boys. You are FOREVER in my mind and heart. I am so excited that we are doing a Hero WOD in your memory this weekend. As I always tell people no matter how long it has been (21 years to be exact) that void it's still there but we learned to move forward and never forgotten about you. I miss your smile so much..... but I know one day will reunite again. Te amo.
Patty Vasquez
Spouse
September 19, 2022
It's being 21 years yesterday May 22 Mihijo And your still are in My Daily Prayers you will never be Forgotten
Jerry Vasquez
His Uncle from Laredo
May 23, 2022
You are missed brother. I enjoyed working with you and going to call out with you. Gone, but never forgotten!
Officer Tony Williams
Houston Police Department
May 19, 2022
Mihijo it has being lots of years but it is like you were here lots of love My Boy
Jerry Vasquez
Uncle
April 22, 2022
Jury was deadlock? They did you and us all no justice... But rest in peace, brother!!
Sgt S. A. Mohamad
20 year Texas police officer
September 16, 2021
Today I went to the same church where a prayer service for Alberto’s family took place. This year is 20th time. The pastor is very kind. He told us he has done this prayer service for Alberto family for 20 times. He will keep this service even on day he is in wheel chair. He told us he is 72 years old. He pray for every one of us, almost every one of us in uniform. Two commanders present.
20 years ago, I was a young officer with 4 years on. I worked at night shift while Alberto worked at evening shift. We chatted in the parking lot in front of the station a few days before Alberto was killed in the line of duty. Seem like last week. Alberto is very kind person.
Today I met Alberto’s son, his wife, his mother in law, and his old parter today. Glad to know his son in college. A fine young man.
In 2007, I was promoted to sergeant and was assigned to 18 district where Alberto and his partner encountered the shooting. My squad officers went to the same apartment complex often for call for service. I always made sure my guys had back up. I always checked by my guys there for disturbances.
Alberto, rest easy brother. We remember you.
Lieuenant
We worked at the same patrol station 20 years ago
May 25, 2021
Rip sir,
Godspeed to your family and friends.
Never forgotten
Police officer
Houston PD
May 22, 2021
From Laredo Miss You You Will Never Be Forgotten Uncle Jerry
Uncle
Newphew
April 10, 2021
Albert,
You are truly missed my brother! I will never forget working with you, going to call out, and the great guy you were. RIP Brother! Gone but never forgotten!
Tony Williams
June 28, 2020
Albert I always remember how good friend you were too us . You were Great person I'm sure ur son and Paty are so proud of you
Miss u a lot
Jeny
Friend
June 2, 2020
God bless you
Mark Mottola
May 23, 2020
Its a Special day today that goes Down in History the flowers bloom an today is your Birthday Son Alberto Vasquez you will never be forgotten My Angel In Blue
Jerry Vasquez
Your Uncle Jerry From Laredo Tex.
April 16, 2020
Dear Dad
This is the first time that I have seen this page, and it makes me smile knowing so many people loved you and thought the world of you. It is almost 19 years now since I lost you. There has never been a day where I don't think about you. For whoever is reading this that has also lost a family member in the line of duty or even a father, I want you to know it gets easier to talk about it. Remember we honor our fallen families by the way we live and hold ourselves up.
Beto Vasquez
Son
March 25, 2020
Albert-O , I still think about you often
Eric " Bart" Simpson
Hpd sr p.o. retired
March 18, 2020
This is the first time I’ve ever written about this. I remember this evening vividly. You asked me to work with you, Rick, and Major. I declined because it was my last night at Westside, before transferring to Beechnut. I was on my way home when I got a terrible phone call. I drove straight to Ben Taub, to give you all my love. Bro, like it’s yesterday I remember you, your smile, and the love you and Rick showed me when we were beat-mates. ‘Til we meet again, I’ll always wonder, what if. Te quero mucho, hermano y Dios te bendiga. Te miro al rato.
Joel ‘JRod’ Rodriguez
Beat mate
May 17, 2019
Albert -
Today is the first day I have ever seen this page. It brings my heart joy to know that Patty and your boys can find a little comfort knowing how much you are missed and thought of still by friends and family. We think of you often, and I know Cary will forever mourn the loss of you here with us.
Lisa Hafer (Cary’s wife)
Friend
June 28, 2018
Your still in my mind mihijo not a day goes by that I don't remember you love you
Jerry Vasquez
Uncle
May 20, 2018
Thought of you again bro. Looking forward to you meeting me at the gates to Heaven.
Detective HPD Narc
Houston police
March 30, 2017
I just discovered this site and I think is great that we have the opportunity of expressing our feelings for such a wonderful human being. You were my first friend when I came to the USA, with my only goal of becoming a Police officer. You gave me my first duty belt and my first bullets proof vest. Next to you almost every night, when you were taking care of our community on 6363 Beverly Hills, I learned a lot about professionalism and ethics as a police officer. And as a friend, beside all the time that we shared,as neighbors, at the celebration back to back of the Houston Rockets, at the Astro World parks, etc...I also took from you advises that later on, I applied working as a cop. I still can not believe that my first assignment was to represent my department at your funeral. I was still training with a supervisor, when I got the terrible news. Brother, I always kept your belt, your vest and your unconditional friendship from where I learned how to be a real police officer without been mean to the people around you. God bless you and your family for ever, and don't worry, we will get together again in the next life.
Guillermo Blanco.
Former U.H.P.D.officer/ Friend.
September 13, 2016
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