Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Just a couple more hours and it's Christmas. The sky is awesome tonight. It's almost a full moon up there, a bright star to the left of the moon and gigantic ring circling both of them, just like a halo.

When everyone else has been in the Christmas "spirit", I just can't get there this year. I miss my Dad, I miss being happy.

Christmas was your time to shine. Every house that is lit up reminds me of your talented displays. Every year, I tell the story of you putting up our lights while we were out and us driving up in "aww" and then you trying to get Ashley to help you finish the job. She had concerns of falling off the ladder and your words to her "you can only fall as far as the ground and then novelty of falling is over". Ha, your words of "wisdom". I miss those. We still use the last tree stump that you drilled holes in to make a candle holder as our center piece, I'll never throw that stump away.

My Christmas wish was to know you, my Dad and others are at peace. I believe the halo around the moon tonight is the sign I needed to have, thank you, I know you all are at peace and watching over us from above.

You will always be in our hearts and never forgotten. Merry Christmas Lois, we love you.

Ashley, Amanda, Jerraine

December 24, 2012

Officer Marrero,
Maam, even though it's 11 years since your End Of Watch you are still honored and remembered. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Tampa. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol

July 23, 2012

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones and close friends on this day. Continue to keep watch over all of them. Thank you for your dedicated service to others. When people face danger they flee in the opposite direction, you did your job with bravery and ran toward the trouble, sign of a true hero. You will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon, Ret. Deputy Chief
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

July 6, 2012

Eleven years later... the pain of losing you brings many tears to my eyes and an ever lasting hurt to my soul.

Your memory lives on in our hearts and our minds, we miss you and love you every day. We will never forget you.

May God Bless you as you rest in peace...

With all our love and respect,
Amanda, Ashley and Jerraine

Amanda, Ashley and Jerraine

July 6, 2012

HEROES live forever, and you maam are a hero we will never forget. May you continue to rest in peace Officer Marrero....

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

July 6, 2012

I was not with the Tampa Police Department at the time of this tragedy, but later I did work with her life partner. The City of Tampa lost a wonderful and comitted Police Officer that day. I will never forget Lois's service and niether will the City of Tampa.

PSO Heather Gulini (retired)
Tampa Police Department

July 5, 2012

Rest in Peace, Officer Marrero. never forgotten. thank you for your service

dawn mcqueeney
supporter

May 14, 2012

Rest in Peace, Officer Marrero. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

February 16, 2012

Last year was the first time I haven't left you a message at Christmas. It was a really bad year. I pray you were waiting to greet my Dad as he passed thru the gates of Heaven. Our family always had such respect for you and Micki, my Dad was proud to have known you both.

In as much as I miss you and the life we all had ten and a half years ago, I never knew how hard it would truly be to lose a parent. My Dad was like you, no one could hurt him and he was a great protector. I can't believe I can't call him for advise or say "I love you" and hear him say it back any more.

I still visit your grave site every time I am in Tampa and think about how the loss of your life effected everyone that cared and loved you. The city of Tampa had a role model that was called home way too soon. I miss you Lois, I'll never forget you...

With much love and respect, Amanda, Ashley and Jerraine

Amanda, Ashley,
and Jerraine

January 12, 2012

Hi Lois,

Tomorrow morning at the TPD Memorial Run I will wear your badge number with pride. You made such an impression on so many officers that you probably never even realized. I will never forget when I was a rookie, the first time I saw you. Fierce. That's the word that comes to mind. You were fierce about being a cop. I looked at you, small in stature, but larger than life. I thought, "I want to be a cop like that." When I heard you challenge the status quo to recognize your marriage fully, I said, "I want to stand up like that."

Now, ten years after your death shocked and devastated TPD, I hope I've lived up to your spirit. Sandy and I think of you often. I will run with your memory alive and well in my heart. God Bless.

Sgt Lisa Boeving
Tampa Police Department

October 7, 2011

I thank God that your light continues to shine and that I had the chance to know you and learn from you. Lois, thank you so much for watching over me as I do this job . I will never forget you or your kindness Rest in Peace Angel...

T.Edwards
tampa police department

July 10, 2011

...ten years later, you will never be forgotten, forever missed, loved and respected by the three of us always.

God Bless you Lois,
Amanda, Ashley and Jerraine

Amanda, Ashley and Jerraine

July 6, 2011

This message is to all my fallen brothers/sisters who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the City of Tampa. On Febuary 9th, 2011 we broke ground on an enhancement to the Tampa Police Monument. This project was done to provide the most honorable place to remember your service.

Some of the names on that monument had fallen before my time, however we all wore the same uniform and were family. This enhancement will remind your loved ones that we will never forget all of you nor the sacrifices you made. I am proud to be part of this and hope that you will be smiling down at the finished product. God bless you all and your families. RIP..your sacrifices are remembered daily through those who continue to serve.

Officer Shane Gadoury
Tampa Police Department

February 19, 2011

i watched true tv tonight about officer marrero what a sad senseless act of violence im so sadden to hear when a officer dies because someone has no regards to life officer marrero may you rest in peace you will never be forgotten
sister of officer chad spicer
eow 9/1/09 delaware

sister of fallen officer

November 17, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the ninth anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer. He too was ambushed during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers.

I pray for the solace of all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

July 6, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

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

July 6, 2010

Merry Christmas Lois!!

What another eventful year without you. It was really hard to get into the Christmas spirit this year. So much has changed in '09, I wasn't ready for most of the events this year but as you know God laughs at our plans.

Enough of that ... FSU didn't win again this year, it was kind of an ugly game. But the bright side, Tebow won't be there next year so...FSU may have a chance next year. GO GATORS!!

We will never forget you. We look to the heavens and see the biggest, brightest star and know you are shining down on us. May God Bless you today and always.

With all our love and respect,
Amanda, Ashley and Jerraine

Anonymous

December 25, 2009

I'm a female Police Officer from New Jersey. I just finished watching Officer Marrero's story on Court TV. My stomach turned and my heart broke. I lost a fellow officer in the line of duty. His wife, who is also a Police Officer in our department was three months pregnant when he was killed. I'm writing this so that all those who loved or were touched by Officer Marrero know that there are others who truly understand the pain and loss they felt and still feel. I will be in D.C. during Police week to honor her loved ones and her memory....

Anonymous

March 14, 2009

We aren't forgeting our (friendly) rivalary between ya'll and us with the Gators vs 'Noles football game. 45-15... We are sorry your team lost so bad. May be next year.

We got a start on the yard for the holidays. I'm still not going on the ladder. In the first Christmas box I opened, I found the stump of our Christmas tree you cut off. I remember you said you could make a candle holder out of it, then drilled three holes in it to hold the candles for a center piece, its dated 2000. For being a piece of non-treated wood its just as whole as it was that day. Its been our center piece every year since 2000.

We miss you Lois. Thanks for being part of our lives and giving us some life time memories we'll never forget.

May God Bless You, Rest in Peace.
Love, Amanda, Ashley and Jerraine

Anonymous

November 29, 2008

Officer Marrero, You are not forgotten. I am sure your life partner, Mickey, family and friends still miss you each day and you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Police Officer R. Parsons
Georgia Tech Police Dept, Atlanta, GA

November 2, 2008

RIP.Your life will always be remembered by those that know and love you.

Anonymous

October 17, 2008

It has been 7 years now and I imagine that your life partner still wakes to the thought of you daily. My partner is a police officer as well and I pray everyday that she comes home safe. My prayers continue for your partner, family and friends to heal and remember only the good times. Thank you for your sacrifice and may you rest in peace.

Leigh Brandt, Asst Communications Mgr
Panama City Police Dept, Panama City Florida

September 2, 2008

I watched this story Tues, Jan 22, 2008. It was late night Court TV and I was determined to stay awake to hear the verdict in the case against the girlfriend involved with this horrific crime.
My condolences go out to the family and her partner whom have lost a dear loved one. I had to leave a reflection because I was very upset when I watched this trial air on TV.

Officer Marrero, you are loved by your brother and sister officers. You are and angel watching over us...

God Bless Your Soul...

God Bless your family

Officer Terry L. Hogan
Pine Hill, NJ

January 25, 2008

I WILL NEVER FORGET THE FIRST DAY I MET YOU WHEN I CAME TO YOUR SQUAD AS A NEW ROOKIE BACK IN 87 AND SGT PLOURDE PUT ME TO RIDE WITH YOU BECAUSE HE KNEW THAT YOU WERE A VERY GOOD AND AGRESSIVE OFC THAT I COULD LEARN FROM. AND OH YES I DID LEARN A LOT ABOUT POLICE WORK FROM YOU BUT THE MOST IMPORTANT THING YOU TAUGHT ME WAS ABOUT LIFE SPECIFICALY ABOUT EXTENDING THE OLIVE BRANCH TO OTHERS EVEN WHEN THEY DIDN;T DESERVE IT AND I STILL TEACH THAT LESSON TO OTHERS TO THIS DAY IF THEY ALLOW ME. IT WAS NOT HAPPENSTANCE THAT WE CARED FOR AND RESPECTED EACH OTHER THE WAY WE DID GO PLACD US IN EACH OTHERS PATH FOR A REASON. PLEASE KEEP WATCHING OVER ME AS YOU DID BACK THEN AND I WILL CONTINUE TO MAKE YOU PROUD YOU TRAINED ME WELL YOURS THROUGH IT ALL CJ

MPO C JORDEN
TAMPA FELLOW OFC

November 29, 2007

"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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

October 8, 2007