Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

When I received my latest email of "NYPD Ramblings #101" and they mentioned the deaths of PO Latoya Johnson and others, something just made me want to find out more about this female officer. I am always saddened to hear about another officer's death but when I put a face to the name and read about her young daughter and impending marriage, I was saddened even more. I will be keeping this family and especially this now motherless child in my prayers and I encourage us all to do the same.

Det. N. Williams
NYPD

September 4, 2004

THE FACE AND SMILE OF AN ANGEL. REST IN PEACE OFFICER JOHNSON.

K.T.
DPD

September 1, 2004

I COULD NOT HELP BUT TO LEAVE A REFLECTION WHEN I SAW THAT AWESOME SMILE.YOUR JOB IS FINISHED AND THE LORD OUR GOD HAS CALLED YOU HOME.MAY YOUR FAMILY,FRIENDS,AND EVERY LIFE YOU TOUCHED BE BLESSED.

POLICE OFFICER II J.BURT
A.PD/N.C.

August 30, 2004

Happen to come across this page while searching for hotel information to visit family members and saw a lovely lady with a beautiful smile that lit up my whole screen. My deepest sympathy to the family. I know it's hard because I too have lost someone dear to me, but you know what there's a man oh what a man and his name is Jesus Christ and Latoya's smile is shining brightly in the heavens. May God console your spirts and heart.

P.O. Adrianne Carter
Chicago PD

August 26, 2004

Your smile is a raidient lite which has flickered, but can not be exstiguished. Rest easy now. Your job is done.

PO V. Watts
Detroit Police Dept, MI

August 26, 2004

As a former police officer, I always review the Officer Down Memorial page, having lost a fellow officer and friend in 1991 (Wade Barrett, Dekalb Co. PD, GA). When I saw your picture, the first thing that came to mind was how radiant your smile was. I pray that your family and friends will always remember your smile and that vision will continue offer them the light and comfort they need to carry on.
Rest in peace Officer Latoya Johnson. If we are lucky, we will see you again where I know your smile is lighting up the heavens.

Major Curtis Gibson
US Army

August 25, 2004

I never knew of this page until Will told me about it. I had to leave a note paying my respects to you. You never know how much someone impacts your life until their gone. Last time I saw you was for Night Out Against Crime on Rousslin and Aubry. I have this memory in my head of you and Summer "gettin down" listening to the wicky wicky song. Me and T.J. was just laughing watching ya'll.
I was in Metarie on the service road and I was passing Tic-Toc Cafe the other night and I noticed on a posting the cafe put up about 30 feet in the air. It read "Latoya Johnson N.O.P.D. God bless you. At that point I realized the lives you impacted. You're beautiful inside and out and I do miss you.

P/O I ARMAND CLAVO
N.O.P.D. 1ST DISTRICT TASK FORCE

August 20, 2004

THE PHOTOGRAPHS FADE AND MEMORIALS MAY CRUMBLE,YET MEMORIES ARE FOREVER.MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU AND THOSE YOU HAVE TOUCHED..YOUR CHOICE TO HELP MANKIND WILL NOT BE IN VAIN. REST WELL.

INV TAVIO PEACE
US ARMY

August 20, 2004

I pray that you are safe in the arms of our Living God. Although we had never met, we carry a bond of Brotherhood and Sisterhood. We wear our badge proudly and respect the oath that we have taken to do our duty. My mother in law called and told me what had happened. She is your cousin. We had spoken briefly about you while she was visiting in June and she was proud of the work that not only you and I, but others do to keep our communities safe. I have read the reflections of those who knew you and if I can be half of the Officer that you were, I would stand tall and proud. I thank you for you Courage, Honor and Professionalism.
You will always be in my prayers.
G. Sims, Class, 156 San Bernardino Training Academy, MPPD.

Police Officer Trainee, Gary Sims
Monterey Park Police Dept, CA

August 18, 2004

Lost a beautiful soul,may you rest in peace.
Sincere Sympathy to you the Family.
Tina Banks
Vine Grove, Ky 40175

August 18, 2004

Latoya I was heart broken when I heard about your and the cities tragedy. Your smile always brought happiness to the people that worked around you. You will be greatly missed by me and all of the Officers of the New Orleans Police Department. Rest in peace Toya.

Officer A. Ruffins
NOPD

August 17, 2004

My husband was killed 4/21/04 he had only been on the job for 9 months and was the first deputy killed in the of duty in 17 years. We only been married for 4 wonderful years and had 3 children together. It has only been about 4 months since that night and I really wish I can offer some comforting words or advise but I know first hand there are none. I can only say hold on to the memories that you have and also
know you are not alone. You will be in my thoughs and prayers.
Officer Johnson is a hero in my eyes as well as many others she will never be forgotten. And were even she may be I know she has a wonderful fellow officer keeping her company.

wife of a fallen officer

August 17, 2004

What a beautiful smile. I know you are a hero. Unfortunately I know what your family is going through. I will remember and pray for them too.
Sincerely,
Sharon Atkins, Identical Twin Sister of
Officer Sheila Herring, killed in the line of duty Jan. 16, 2004

August 17, 2004

Another life taken so soon. I would like to express my condolences to the family of Latoya. God Bless your family and you will forever be in our hearts and God loves you and to her family God is with you and will always be with you. May you find comfort and we will pray for her department and fellow officers. Keep your head high and your chin up.

Lieutenant C.L. Speight
Greene County Sheriff's Office

August 17, 2004

rest in peace officer l johnson

skip roberson

August 17, 2004

TO: The family; loved ones; friends and department members: A POLICE OFFICER’S PRAYER : O, gentle Lord! Keep the day / night watch with me. As I begin my tour of duty, I ask your protection from all mental, physical and spiritual harm. Sustain me with the knowledge that I am doing your work, endeavoring to keep peace among your people. Help me to be just as I enforce the law without prejudice or favor to anyone. May I be courageous but not reckless in carrying out my duties. Let me respond to all calls with haste realizing that so many are dependent on me for life and safety. Support me with your consoling power when I am tempted to think that no one really cares and that I am taken for granted. Sustain in me the conviction that so many thousands do care and are grateful for my presence. Grant that I may be loyal to my partner and my fellow officers, and that I may back them up effectively when called upon for assistance. Lord, I ask that I may return safely, after my tour of duty, to my loved ones and those who love me. I pray that I may be a good and honorable police officer; and after my tour of duty is over here on earth, may I enjoy the peace and happiness of heaven that you have promised to those who serve you well. AMEN. ** REST IN PEACE** Sent to you by the father of Master Officer J.D.Koeppen, Capital City Raleigh NC; Trooper D.C. Koeppen, NJ State Police and Cadet Officer A.M. Koeppen Wilmington N.C.

Chief ( retired ) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington New Jersey

August 17, 2004

We are deeply saddened at Latoya's loss.
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We all recall you gave your best.
You did your job, now you can rest.
Your comrades now can cover your post
as you take your place with the Heavenly Host.

God Bless Our Fallen Brothers & Sisters.
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Our most sincere prayers will be with you, your family, and co-workers!

Ptlm. P.K. Harding
Binghamton (NY) P.D.

August 17, 2004

Please accept my deepest sympathy. I lost my son the day before, 8/8/04, Chicago Officer killed on the job. I know the grief and total devastation this has caused your family. You are a hero and I know you are now on patrol with my son Mike. Latoya will also be in my prayers as will her family.

Asst Chief Robert Gordon (Ret)
Riverside PD, Illinois

August 17, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends, and fellow Police Officers. May they all find peace.

Christine S.
Jacksonville, Florida

August 16, 2004

Though i only knew you and Summer cordially, the professional way you guys carried yourselves is a true credit to our department. You are gone in body but not in spirit, lady. Your memory is with us forever. And to your family, you will always be in my prayers and you need not worry, because on August 9, 2004, Raven gained uncles and aunts who will always be there for her.

Lt. Michael Roussel Sr., PHCOPS
New Orleans Police Department

August 16, 2004

Thank you for your years of service, although way to brief. I pray for peace, strength, and comfort for your family and friends. "Go rest high on the mountain, your work on earth is done!" Rest well are young sister.

D/Sgt. Vencent Woods
State of Michigan Department of Environmental Quality

August 16, 2004

May God bless you, and your family and hold you tightly in his arms. The loss of a family member is always a great one, and you will always be our family.

Detective Sam Wyatt
Bossier City Police Department

August 16, 2004

ofc.johnson,god bless you and your family..

skip roberson

August 16, 2004

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE
OFFICERS WISH TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES.
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH
OFFICER JOHNSON, HER FAMILY AND CO-
WORKERS.

GOD BLESS...

PO ERNEST G. PENN
DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS POLICE

August 16, 2004

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND LET HIM GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH YOU NEED TO CARRY ON HER MEMORIES!

911 DISPATCHER
LANCASTER/GARRARD 911

August 16, 2004