Bellwood Police Department, Illinois
End of Watch Thursday, January 17, 2002
Reflections for Detective Alvin Perez, Jr.
I never got to meet you, but my Dad has told me about you since I was little. The more I learned about you the more I wanted to follow in your footsteps and become a Police Officer too. I have been a Police Explorer now for about a year and I decided I'm going to keep working hard and become either a Police Officer or cardio surgeon. I can't wait till I can meet you. Thank you for your service. I will never forget you.
Cecilia Abreu
Niece
November 4, 2020
Rest in peace Detective Perez.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
April 25, 2020
Rest In Peace Brother
Miguel Herrera
Brookfield Zoo PD
January 16, 2020
Alvin here is a surprise I didn’t retire for long I went back to bored at home and my baby isn’t a baby anymore just like yours. I sill love you Alvin years don’t change that.
Sgt. Joseph Dooley
Arizona State dept.
December 30, 2018
I've thought about you everyday for 16 years. The pain has never gone away, I've just learned to cope with it. Today I miss you so much, that it hurts . I love you Jr.
Iliana Perez
sister
October 30, 2018
God bless Detective Perez and his family. Never forgotten.
Det Vincent Sinnott
NYPD
February 21, 2018
It’s coming up on sixteen years. I know I was only barely six when you were taken from our lives, but I still think of you everyday. Your sons are about to graduate from high school and myself from college (which i would not have been able to do without the support of those who support the families of fallen officers) I love you forever papi and I hope i am making you proud.
Jessica Perez
Daughter
January 10, 2018
Alvin your day approaches but you are never forgotten. Your babies are no longer babies but always have dad in there heart. Well I am now retired but it was time. I love you always.
Sgt Joseph Dooley (Ret)
State of Arizona
January 3, 2018
Detective Perez's story was read in Richton Park Police Department's roll call on 5-25-16 to honor him.
Sgt. James Galvan
RPPD (IL)
May 25, 2016
UN DIA COMO HOY MI QUERIDO HIJO CUMPLIRIA 49 AÑOS NOVIEMBRE 26 1966
ALVIN PEREZ SR.
FATHER
November 26, 2015
Alvin thought I should explain I took a demotion to Sergeant as no money loss less pressure. My living daughter is 10 now I told her what a great man you are. I love you my brother.
Sgt. Joseph Dooley
Arizona State Dept
November 5, 2015
I worked with officer Perez several years he was hard working and loved his family I help him find his mother when she was missing only to find out she had passed in her vehicle form carbon monoxide he loved his wife and kids very much and was a great police officer he will be missed
Police officer Micheal Broome
Former Bellwood police dept
September 9, 2013
Al, quietly reflecting on my service with Bellwood and had several pleasant memories of you. It was a close group of guys back then. I know our guys are safer on the street with you watching over them.
Deputy Chief Richard Blass (Ret.)
Bellwood PD
August 16, 2013
I'm Priscilla Santana, & I am doing a research paper for my Criminal Justice class. I feel bad that good, innocent officers die during the line of duty. May Detective Alvin Perez, Jr. Rest In Peace
Priscilla Santana
Criminal Justice Academy MHHS
May 15, 2013
My Brother
Another year passes for my Mother and you my brother.In this case time doesn't heal. you both are very deep in my prayers and my heart. I love you Alvin look out for my Mom.
Capt. Joseph Dooley
Arizona State Dept.
January 15, 2013
I have not forgoteen Alvin, you will always live in our hearts and memories. See you on the other side one day brother.
Ofc Alvin Santiago
Chicago Police Dept.
May 23, 2012
Rest in Peace, Detective Perez. Your sacrifice is not forgotten
Officer 11169
April 21, 2012
Alvin my Brother
I spent Jan 17th missing my Mother and you. Both of you left us on that date ten years apart. I attempted to hold back the tears buts failed. You both were a huge part of my life and are missed very much. I know you both are looking over us. Bless you my friend I miss you.
Capt. Joseph Dooley
Arizona State dept.
January 19, 2012
Your heroism and service is honored today, the 10th 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.
Your memory will always be honored and revered for time never diminishes respect. I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.
Rest In Peace
Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
January 17, 2012
Dear Alvin
By reading your wifes reflection its hard to believe its been 8 years. Wow I see the kids are getting big. I also see that you are still doing many good things. your children i'm sure they're very proud of you. I miss you now and always Alvin
Lt. Joseph Dooley
Arizona State Dept.
October 27, 2010
This September marks the 8th year H.I.S.L.E.A. will honor Al with awarding a scholorship in his name. The "Alvin Perez Memorial Scholarship" is given to a student persuing a degree in teaching. Al had been hired to teach Criminal Justice classes at Triton College in River Grove, IL. He was to begin a week after his fatal accident.
God knows why Al was given to me for 7 short years, but I will carry him in my heart forever. Our three children, 14 & two 10, are told stories often and reminded of how much of their Papi they carry with them.
Al, I miss you so much, I look forward to the day we are reunited.
Marjorie
Wife
September 13, 2010
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 23, 2009
Alvin,
I just found out about what happened 1 week ago. My heart
hurts still... I remember that you were dedicated to everything you set your mind to. I remember your artistic quality and your sense of humor was the best. You've been heavy on my heart and that's the reason I tried to find you. I've always been so proud of you, even when were 16 and nieve, you made a mark in my heart and I pray that the world knows just how special you were. You said on a picture you mailed me "sailors have more fun", I know the angels smiled the day God brought you home. I will always have love for you. You were the best.. I miss you still
Melody Scalf
Your old friend
February 14, 2009
Dear Alvin,
I can remember the times when our families got together in the summertime thanks to Joe(Oak Park Police). I want to Thank You for your sacrafice.
May GOD Bless You and your family.
Det. Robert Myint
Aurora Police Department
May 16, 2008
Thinking of you ..I thank you so much for helping me with the hard times in my life growing up. You never gave up on me. Thank you Al.
C
Friend
March 11, 2008
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