Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I was watching the AKC awards in a state far away from Florida. I saw Justice receive an award. It brought a tear to my eye and sparked my curiosity enough that I searched to read about the circumstances that took you from your wife, adorable son, and faithful K9 companion. I hope you are at peace and that your family is doing as well as can be expected.

January 16, 2005

My Christmas In Heaven



I see the countless Christmas trees,
around the world below,
with tiny little tinkle lights,
Like heaven on the snow.

The sight is so spectacular,
please wipe away your tear,
For I am spending Christmas,
with Jesus Christ this year!!

I hear the many Christmas songs
that people hold so dear.
But the sounds of music can't compare
with the Christmas Choir up here.

I have no words to tell you,
the joy the voices bring,
For it's beyond description,
to hear the angels sing!

I know how much you miss me,
The pain inside your heart...
But I am not so far away,
for we really aren't apart.

So be happy for me dear ones,
You know I hold you dear,
be glad I'm spending Christmas
with Jesus Christ this year!

I sent you each a special gift,
from my heavenly home above....
I sent you each a memory
of my true undying love.

After all, love is a gift
more precious than pure gold.
It was always most important
in the stories Jesus told.

Please love and keep each other,
as my Father said to do.
For I can't count His blessings
& His love for each of you.

So have a Merry Christmas
and wipe away that tear...
Remember I'm spending Christmas
with Jesus Christ this year!!!

written by a loved one in Heaven...


May God Bless You and Keep You Safe!
Please take care all of you/

December 25, 2004

Brian, I am picking up my cap/gown/hood this week because I am walking on Dec. 18th to receive my Masters degree. Barbara's son had a "Batman" pin that he mailed to me and I am wearing it on my gown in your memory. I know you had a Masters. Some of your fellow officers will be at my graduation/dinner. I put "all" blue lights up in my new home in your honor and the honor of all those officers who gave their lives for us and I do not want people to ever "FORGOT". Your dad wrote about how you had achieved your Masters. My father is with you. So I know the both of you will be watching me from above while I get my degree. I am praying for both your families during this holiday season. Still thinking about you and your family!!!!!

Jennifer L. Tozzo State Fire Instructor
Graduate Student /Instructor

December 1, 2004

God Bless you Deputy Litz, your life will never be forgotten. May God be with your family and show them everlasting hope and love.

Deputy Jeff Bessinger
Delaware County Sheriffs Office-Ohio

November 21, 2004

This is such a waste of a good life. It seems so unfair to us left behind and hard for us to understand the workings of the universe divine. But, we believe in a greater force and that our lives are all planned out. Sometimes we have to live for many, many years before we can put the puzzle pieces together for them to make sense and realize that we are learning each day. May your wings fly you high. Please watch over us and protect us from above. We love you, dear one, and thank you for everything.

Grandma & Grandpa Hinkle
Parents of a Deputy Sheriff

October 27, 2004

HEY BRO ITS BEEN ABOUT 8 MONTHS NOW, THIS IS MY FIRST MESSEAGE TO YOU. DID NOT THINK I WOULD GET THE COURAGE TO LEAVE A MESSEGE. THERE IS NOT ONE TIME DURING MY 12 HOURS SHIFT I DONT THINK ABOUT YOU. I DID NOT KNOW YOU THAT WELL BUT I KNOW IF YOU WERE HERE WE WOULD PROBALY BE GOOD FRIENDS BY NOW, THATS THE KIND OF PERSON EVERYONE SAY YOU WERE. I KNOW I WOULD HAVE LEARNED A LOT FROM YOU. BUT EVEN STILL I LEARN FROM YOU. THERE IS ALWAYS THAT CALL I TAKE EXTRA CAUTION ON DOING. LIKE I SAID I DID NOT KNOW YOU THAT WELL BUT I MISS YOU EVERYDAY.

DEPUTY
MARION COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE

October 26, 2004

Brian:

It's been over 7 months since God called you to his side and I still wish I could have had one more conversation with you, I wish I didn't let the distance become so great,a mistake I always will regret. I see your picture by my desk every day. Ten years goes by in the blink of an eye. The memories of class and our freindship will always stay with me. A day does not go by that you and your family are not in my thoughts and prayers.

Later Bro....
Pete

PTM
Boston

October 15, 2004

Brian,

I can't believe it has been over 7 months without you here. I think of you all the time and wonder how your family copes with you not here. I miss your smile and your voice. I miss chatting with you on the nextel and miss your funny emails. You will always be in my heart. God Bless you scooby!

Love,

Jaime

Jaime Urban, DEU Secretary
Marion County Sheriff's Office

September 29, 2004

Brian,
Still missing you and thinking of you every day. You know we are there and will continue to be there always with Cherie and lil Brian. We love them so much. It's still so hard not having you with us. Little man is such a joy, I see your smile and your sense of humor reflecting in him, and it helps to take the edge off the pain. He has your dance moves too!
Tuesday was super hero day at Dede's school, she wore her black Batman "In Memory of Brain Litz" polo. She said you were the greatest hero she knew. She's right, you truely are a hero, and we will always love you.

Vonnie Hart
friend

September 24, 2004

STILL MISSING YOUR SMILE !!

ANON
MARION COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

September 19, 2004

Dear Bri,

It's been 7 months & 11 days. Your always on my mind & in my heart!

Jack was born June 6th what a cutie, Little Brian turned out to be your clone, he is so handsome. The two little guys give our family much happiness, even though the pain of your loss is so great.

When someone you love is a memory that memory becomes a treasure.

Love ya bunches,
Mom

Nancy Litz (Mom)

September 18, 2004

HE WAS MY FRIEND AND CLASSMATE. WE ATTENDED RECRUIT SCHOOL TOGETHER, WE WORKED TOGETHER AND SAW EACH OTHER ON CALLS.HE ALWAYS SAW THE BEST IN PEOPLE AND HE ALWAYS SMILED. HE TRULY ENJOYED THE WORK HE DID AND HE WAS THE BEST AT IT.THIS WAS BECOUSE IT CAME FROM HIS HEART.I WILL MISS YOU "BATMAN" I KNOW YOU ARE WATHING OVER ALL OF US EVERYDAY. BLESS YOU MY FRIEND.

DAVID E. BROOKS PARAMEDIC SPEC.OPS.
MARION COUNTY EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES (E.M.S.A.)

August 21, 2004

Hey, all is going ok. Not a day goes by that you are not in our thoughts. Keeping low! See ya when it's time!

Deputy
Marion County SO

August 6, 2004

Tomorrow will be six months that you've been gone. Sometimes it seems like only yesterday, and sometimes like years. What an incredible person you were! We'll never forget you, never forget what you taught us, and you'll always be alive in our hearts. Miss you, Bro....

Deputy Sheriff
MCSO

August 6, 2004

To all the friends and family, I just wanted to send my condolences. I lost a very close friend (Classmate)of mine on Feb 20, 2004 (Police Officer II Ricardo Lizzaraga). I know exactly what you guys are going through and just wanted to let you know that you are not alone. And to Brian; Thanx for watching over us and keeping us safe. You have done your time here, now let us take over your watch. Watch over us in our times of need from up there.

"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God,
which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders
and said, "No Lord. I guess I ain't.
Because those who carry badges,
can't always be a saint."

"I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough...
and sometimes I've been violent
because the streets are awful tough."

"But I never took a penny,
that wasn't mine to keep...
though I worked a lot of overtime
when the bills got just too steep."

"And I never passed a cry for help,
though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I wept unmanly tears."

"I know I don't deserve a place
among the people here.
They never wanted me around
except to calm their fear."

"If you've a place for me here, Lord,
it needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But, if you don't...I'll understand."

There was silence all around the throne,
where saints had often trod,
as the policeman waited quietly
for the judgement of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on heaven's streets.
You've done your time in hell."



The Man In Blue

He gives her a kiss as he leaves for the day,
Leans down to kiss the little one, wishing he could stay.
He slips into the blue uniform proudly and looks into the mirror,
Straightens out the medal badge, and puts on the face of “No Fear”
Gets into his vehicle and drives thru his beat,
He helps several citizens and hasn’t yet had a chance to eat.
He keeps his head up high as he heads to his next call,
He feels the needs of the people are much more greater, and his are minute and small
It’ s almost the end of shift as he begins to start heading back,
Thinking about getting home and tucking his little one into the sack.
Suddenly a shot rings out and everything gets dark,
His partner puts out a call for help and puts the vehicle into park.
He holds his partner in his arms and tells him its okay,
“Please tell my wife and son I love them”, his partner begins to pray,
Voices begin to echo and memories begin flashing by,
He remembers the day they said, “I do” and the sound of his son’s first cry.
Now a victim of the hand he had lived “To Protect and Serve”
The Man in Blue is end of watch, its something he didn’t deserve.

Police Officer II
Los Angeles Police Dept

July 26, 2004

You will NEVER be forgotten!

Deputy Sheriff
Marion County SO

July 17, 2004

You are still in our thoughts....every day and all the time!

Deputy Sheriff
Marion County SO

July 9, 2004

Sometimes when we're on calls that seem to be going south fast I imagine you're there in the shadows, making sure we're OK...you always were our guardian angel. Still catch myself watching for you, still hear your voice. Strange how it doesn't get better or easier. Miss you Bro....

Anon Deputy
MCSO

June 29, 2004

Yet another death of a true freedom fighter. I have never visited Florida but in my eyes Deputy Litz died for the safety and freedom of the United States. Thank you Deputy Litz for your commitment and courage.

Brent
civilian - Josephine County, Oregon

June 20, 2004

Today is Fathers day and I hung our class picture in my new home. It was the first picture I put up thinking how difficult it must be for little Brian and Cherie to be without you !!!!Knowing how much she missed you on mothers day.Never Forgotton!!

Jennifer
FF/PM

June 20, 2004

Brian, It is so hard to believe that Kimo has been gone for a year this past Sat. This time last year you were assisting me with her death and that seemed like the end of my world. Then you brought Justice to comfort me!!!!This week I drove in from out of town to speak to a group of young people at a church about clowning and your name came up. People said have loved and respected you are everywhere!!!I said you are and will always be the very "best"in my eyes. I went to where "Kimo" is buried and put a flower on her gave with a bumber bee because they are NOT suppose to fly but they do anyway. Barbars's cat "Snowball"died this past weekend so you are getting alot of furry friends to keep you company. I am going get a batman pin for my graduation ceremony in Dec. for my masters in your memory(between you and me) because I know you will be with me as my prayers are always with BOTH your families as the pain of their loss is so GREAT I cannot NOT image. Zoe is really doing well learning signs. You would be proud and I am almost done unpacking and ready to place our picture on the wall!!!!May God bless all those who read this website and keep you safe!!!U.S.Navy Veteran ;State Fire Instructor III/Paramedic

FF/PM Jennifer Tozzo
Graduate Student

June 5, 2004

In loving memory of D.S. Brian Litz:
Another sad and tragic day for law enforcement. Your death diminshes
us all. Thank you for your selfless service and sacrifice. It is a
long road to healing that lies ahead, but I know that our Lord and Savior
Jesus Christ will extend His mercy and comfort to all who reach out to
Him. There is none greater than He. We don't get to Heaven based on
what we do, but what He did for us!! AMEN! There is now a huge void
that cannot be filled. God be with all those who mourn and may His
promises lift all those with heavy hearts for many years to come.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

May 30, 2004

Every day the thought of you is there. I see the stickers on the cars and wonder why. I drive though "The Hill" and remember hiding in the trees, I go to the airport and make sure that Justice is not out, I remember you helping me through December of 2001, when I thought I could not go on. I guess "Only the good die young." (Billie Joel). See ya later!

Deputy Sheriff
MCSO

May 26, 2004

Dear Brian,
Yesterday was your 37th birthday. Happy Birthday, Bro! We thought of you and spoke of you all day yesterday, as we do everyday. A day has not gone by that we don't think of you, speak of you and speak to you. Can you feel the love?!:)
Yesterday we gathered at the cemetery, to wish you a Happy Birthday. Cherie brought you beautiful roses and little Brian brought you a picture of the two of you. We cryed and laughed thinking of you. I know you were there with us, loving us just as much.
Last night, Scott made his famous spaghetti, and your closest friends and family gathered at your home to celebrate your birthday. Of course, we had cake and sang "Happy Birthday" as Little Brian blew out the candles. Again, I could feel your presence with us.
Happy Birthday, Brian. We love you and miss you. As you can tell, you are still a BIG part of our lives, and will continue to be, always.

All my love to you, Vonnie

Vonnie Hart

May 19, 2004

Dear Brian,

It's been over three months since we lost you in the flesh. You remain with us in spirit. I always think of you and try my best to be safe and instruct the new guys to keep sharp on their safety.

We talk about you every day and wish you were here.

"Later Bro"

P.S. Happy Birthday

Deputy Sheriff
Marion County

May 18, 2004