Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hey Brian, I was thinking about the last time that I saw you. You had just run a track looking to find a suspect on an attempted burglary. I remember us questioning a guy afterwards. I joked with you and called you "Sarg" I still remember what you looked like that night standing next to your car. I sure wish I could have stopped what happened.

We miss you at the S.O. I am sure you would have been a Lt. by now. You would have been one of the best.

God Bless You,
MCSO Deputy

Deputy
MCSO

January 16, 2007

Hi Bri,
It's been a while since I left you a message so I thought I'd do it today. It's coming up on 3 yrs now and you being gone is still hard to take. I still think about you often and just recently had an eery reminder. There's a movie coming out where Jim Carrey's life revolves around the number 23. I got a lump in my throat watching the preview. The odd thing is also, I have a Batman movie poster on my wall as a tribute to you and the movie opened on June 17th (6+17 = 23). My dad got a chance to stop by your memorial and one of the female officers gave him a couple of Batman plates. Anyway, it's great to see people still leaving reflections here and I'll be back soon. Love you and miss you Bud. Rest peacefuly my friend.

Keith A Josephson
hometown friend

January 9, 2007

Hi Brian,

I was thinking about you the other day. I went to the cemetary to put flowers on my dad's grave for christmas and he is buried not far from you are. I want to say that you are always in my thoughts and how I miss your friendship. The holidays are upon us and I know lots of people get bogged down with the hussle and bussle of the season but I want your family to know that they are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Merry Christmas to the Litz Family,

Jaime

Jaime Urban
MCSO

December 20, 2006

I just learned of Brian's detah today as i was driving in Feedinghills Ma. I saw a memorial sticker on an car. Turned out to be Brians father. I worked with Brian as a shift supervisor at S.I.S bank in Springfield Ma. I enjoyed his wedding, and hospitality when he and Cherie moved to florida.
Brian was an amazing Partner. One of the Best I ever worked with. Strength, determination and heart i only hope to achieve.
You are sadly missed.

v.l.ginn
former co worker

December 4, 2006

It seems like yesterday you, Scott & Kevin had on your Pilgrim outfits for Thanksgiving. That picture of you guys is a cherished memory.
Today is the 23rd, Thanksgiving & your son Brian's 8th Birthday. The little guy told me yesterday, that in Florida they closed school to celebrate his Birthday! And it was Turkey Day too! I asured him that in Massachusetts we would also close school & celebrate his Special Day with all our family here.
He is going to play a special song on the piano for his Dinner Guest today. He wasn't quite sure what. Can you believe how grown up he's become? I suggested he play Happy Birthday. He thought that was a brilliant idea.
Here the best part, he called to thank us for the gifts. He said he knew what one of his gifts from Mom was, because the paper had a hole in it. I told him how you would untape the packages and retape them back up. He was laughing & questioned Cherie if it was true. And she replied. "Thank you Grandma!" Brian said,"I,m just like my Daddy Grandna Nancy." Thats the truth!
Sunday will be our 40th Anniversay. Scott wanted to have a party, but we opted out. Just like he did not want a 30th Birthday. So he finally understood. It would be so hard not having you here to celebrate with us.

Happy Turkey Day & I know that you are shining down on us from heaven. Blowing angel kisses on Lil Brian's 8 candles.
Mom XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOOXOXOXXO

Mom

November 23, 2006

hi brian just thinking about you ,,,,we will never forget u bro,,,,

deputy
mcso

October 23, 2006

In Valor there is Hope.

Policeman's 23rd Psalm

The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want,
His comforting hand reduces fear to naught;
He makes me walk through streets of crime,
But He gives me courage and peace of mind.

He leads me by still waters in the path I trod,
And He says in Romans I'm a "minister of God,"
He leads me in righteousness as He restores my soul,
For His name's sake He keeps me whole.

When I walk through death's valley, right up to the door,
I will fear no evil, for He comforts me more;
For Thou art with me every step of the way,
As thy rod and thy staff protect me each day.

He prepares a table, especially for me,
As I work daily among life's enemies;
He gives me authority to uphold the law,
And He anoints my position in the midst of it all.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me,
Each day of my life through eternity;
As I long to hear Him say, "Well done...,"
When I lay down my life, my badge, and my gun.

Author Unknown

Rest in Peace Brother...we have the watch!!!

October 20, 2006

Hey Brian, I don't really know were to start so bare with me. Sometime last summer I went into my local credit union to close my accounts because I was relocating to FL because my parents retired down there and my father was ill. There is a women there whom normally helps me out however, she was not there that day so this women named Nancy helped me out. You know Brian right away this lady just blew me away because she was just so happy and delited to be at my service. So after talking she of course questioned were I am going, why, and what I do for a living?? When I told her that I was a police officer in W.Springfield and that I was going to work for Pinellas County S.O. I could not help but notice a change in her voice. She then reached over to a large photo of you and "Justice" and told me that you were her son and what had happened to you. My stomach was in my throat, I didnt know what to say. She gave me one your photocards and I carry it in my wallet. I will never forget that day for the rest of my life. "Bro," your mother was very thankful to have you as a son for as long as she did. For some reason I feel like we have some sort of connection. I just wish we could have met, but another time will come. And how can I forget...Your loving wife and beautiful boy, he looks just just like you "Bro." I am going to take a trip one day and see you and I will continue to stop by here and chat with ya from time to time. You and your family will forever be in my prayers and may you rest in peace "Brother." Your courage and dedication is felt all over!!

Deputy Goodrow
PCSO

Deputy Goodrow
PCSO

September 30, 2006

Hey Brian, I don't really know were to start so bare with me. Sometime last summer I went into my local credit union to close my accounts because I was relocating to FL because my parents retired down there and my father was ill. There is a women there whom normally helps me out however, she was not there that day so this women named Nancy helped me out. You know Brian right away this lady just blew me away because she was just so happy and delited to be at my service. So after talking she of course questioned were I am going, why, and what I do for a living?? When I told her that I was a police officer in W.Springfield and that I was going to work for Pinellas County S.O. I could not help but notice a change in her voice. She then reached over to a large photo of you and "Justice" and told me that you were her son and what had happened to you. My stomach was in my throat, I didnt know what to say. She gave me one your photocards and I carry it in my wallet. I will never forget that day for the rest of my life. "Bro," your mother was very thankful to have you as a son for as long as she did. For some reason I feel like we have some sort of connection. I just wish we could have met, but another time will come. And how can I forget...Your loving wife and beautiful boy, he looks just just like you "Bro." I am going to take a trip one day and see you and I will continue to stop by here and chat with ya from time to time. You and your family will forever be in my prayers and may you rest in peace "Brother." Your courage and dedication is felt all over!!

Deputy Goodrow
PCSO

Deputy Goodrow
PCSO

September 30, 2006

You are in our thoughts today as they always are.

September 29, 2006

Bri #23,

Well it's July 23rd and Dads' 60th Birthday. Of course,I married a much older man then myself. But I still don't look forward to my special day on Thursday. But I'm gratefull to be home today from the hospital to spend the day with him. !!
So needless to say, you'll be the missing link. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one the Chain will link again.
I know that you will be shining down on us from heaven!!

Love Ya!
Mom (Dad too!) XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXXOXOXOXOXOXOOXOXOXXOXOXXOXOXOXOXOX

Nancy Litz

July 22, 2006

Bri,

It's been over two years since you left us and almost five years since we met. I've quit the agency and moved to Moscow. Almost got married. Got MA in linguistics. Still wearing that windbreaker that you gave me before you left Russia back in 2001. People say God takes the best of us way too soon. But I do know you are out there keeping an eye on your family. On guard, just like you've always been. I know how much you loved them. We all miss you, man.

Alex Galushchak (SGT.)
Moscow, Russia

June 22, 2006

Happy Birthday Bri,

It's been a tough morning, It feels like someone knocked the air right out of me. I had to redo my makeup three times already. The tears are just rolling down my face out of control. This too shall pass, it always does!
On the other hand, reflecting back on the day you were born lots of laughs. Dad was stationed in England we had a 1 hour drive to London they thought it was false labor. So they put me on a strecher in the back of an Air Force Limo (Station Waqon). Fifteen minutes later you were born. The nurse said, "What a great name!" "Are you going to call the next one Lung??" Dad was so nervous he named you Brain. instead of Brian. We are eternally greatful for the nurse picking up on that error, spell check was not around in the old days.
I could go on and on but, I need to go redo the makeup once again. It's time for work. Spread those wings extra wide today to helps us all get through the day. Fly High!

Love you much!
Mom XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXXOXOXOXOOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOOXOXOXOXXOOX

Nancy Litz

May 18, 2006

To Ray Litz and (family).
Ray, on 05/14/06 I went to Brian's panel at the NLEM in D.C. I wanted you to know that I took an etching of Brian's name and I have kept it for you. I also wanted you to know that on Monday while at the U.S Capital out of all the thousands of Police Officers there I managed to run into several of Brian's co-workers from the Sheriff's Office. We exchanged hand shakes and stories and I wish you could have seen the honor/respect they had in their eyes for Brian. They told me to say hello to you and they wish your family the best. Hope to see you soon at the barber shop, Respectfully, TFC. Joe Marsh.

TFC. Joseph Marsh
Connecticut State Police

May 17, 2006

Dear Bri,

Mother's Day without you is like a day withour sunshine!

I am thankful that I have your brother Scott and my Grandsons Lil Brian and Jack. Although there is still a missing part of my heart and soul. Just knowing that I will never get to hear your voice or see you. The hug,the kiss and the I love you Mom. Mothers'Day, National Law Enforcement Memorial Week and Thursday is your Birthday. It sure is an overwhelming week ahead. But that is what Angels are for, so spread your wings.

Love Ya,
Mom

May 13, 2006

Brian,
I will never forget you,your love and your friendship. I'm so honor to be able to call you my friend. Every day some little thing reminds me of you...I cry(imagine that) and I smile remembering you, it can be a song on the radio, talking about a movie you loved, a favorite food of yours, or just seeing your beautiful smile in my thoughts. I think of you every time I see the number 23. Times have been tough here lately without you. Your birthday is upon us, but we will celebrate you and your beautiful soul, and we will miss you even more.

Love you much,
Vonnie

April 10, 2006

Hey Brian:
Time is flying by, 2 years have gone by and I thnk about you every day. The picture Karen took of us still is on my desk. I finished Law School, top 5% of my class. Reminds me of recruit school, and you and I, first and second in class 103. The bar exam made the state certification exam seem like a cake walk Bro. I am so regretful we didn't stay in touch, I would give anything for one more conversation, your adivce was always well heeded and sometimes needed. hanks for being my friend througout class and in Ocala. My prayers are for your son, Cheri and your parents. It's hard to visit here without tears, I know your in a better place.
Your Friend
Pete

PTM
Boston

April 9, 2006

I stumbled across your page "on accident"... It makes my heart ache and gives me such an uneasy feeling to read of your sacrifice, the way you were taken from those who loved you. I pray God holds their hands and hearts now and forever... I pray He leads each and every one of them here to see how many of us across this nation will never forget!

I know you cops get special privileges up in Heaven. Say hi to Pete for me.

LEO Fiancee and friend of Peter Grignon EOW 3/23/05

April 4, 2006

Dear Bri, #23

Dad had one of the best days of his life taking Lil Brian to Yankee Spring Training. I'm sure that it will become a yearly event. He also was thrilled that Cherie invited him to go along on a Field Trip with Brian's class. The Lil guy asked so many questions & alot were about you. What a hoot your son is, just like your brother Scott. You must of had lots of laughs up there in heaven.
Once again it's now after midnight & of course it's the 23rd. Saturday's are still tuff for Cherie and the 23rd for me. We just miss you so much.

Love Ya, Mom

Mother-Nancy Litz

March 22, 2006

Brian, you are missed very much at the Sheriff's Office.

MCSO

March 22, 2006

Dear Brian ,
Just wanted to let you know My capt. and I were thinking of you tonight when a mother of an 8Yr. old who was
staying w/ fiend , ask if we could check and make sure he made it across the complex to his destination.
The child was fine and arrived safe
I want you to know any time were ask to assist w/ making check on a loved one or friend ,that you and all our fallen brothers are w/ Us , Congrats on justice getting his reward , well I'm returning out to walk the complex ,God Bless You and your family.

Mark Miller { SGT.}
Mcgriffs Prof. Security

February 26, 2006

Just wanted you and your family to know that I've been thinking about you. Watch over your family and help them through all the difficult days, months, and years ahead.
Happy Second Birthday in Heaven, you are missed, but will never be forgotten.

Connie Barker
Mother of Clint Walker E.O.W. 1-14-04

February 8, 2006

Your family are in my thoughts and prayers, and I wanted to let you know that I will never forget you.
Deputy Litz look Clint up for me, tell him I miss him.

Connie Barker
Mother of Clint Walker E.O.W. 1-14-04

February 8, 2006

Dear Brian,

I can't believe it's been 2 years that we've seen your smile. You brought so much joy to everyone that knew you, you are truly one in a million. You will always be a "True Hero" in my heart.

Until we meet again my friend.

A friend
Marion County Sheriff's Office

February 7, 2006

Brian,

It’s real hard to believe how fast the last two years have gone. I went by to see you today. I remember the day we brought your there. Every time I drive by the entrance I see the Ladder Engines suspending the American Flag. I still remember the last track you ran for me that Friday night and how afterwards we joked around about it. Also how you got into the chase on the south side of the county on your way home. The one thing I can always say about you is the fact that you never quit when you were out. Bro, how do I wish I’d asked you some of the questions I had stacked about K-9. I know I’ll be able to do that when we meet again.

Deputy
M.C.S.O.

February 7, 2006