Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Agent Balchunis,
On today, the 20th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Wisconsin. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

November 5, 2024

Jay, your sacrifice and that of your loved ones is remembered with love and honor. The world was a better place because of you. Rest Peacefully.

Cat Q. WI

June 30, 2024

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

August 25, 2020

Rest In Peace Brother in Blue. Thank you Hero and your family for your courage, sacrifice and service. Always remembered.

Officer Mike Robinson(Ret.)
Upland Police Dept. CA

April 25, 2020

I can’t believe it’s almost been 16 years you’ve been gone. It feels like only yesterday I was woken up in the middle of the night and told that something had happened and that we needed to race to the hospital. I can’t believe it’s been so many years. I had more to say, but I’m getting choked up just typing this much. I made it Jay. I made it and I’m an officer now just like I always wanted. I hope you’re proud. Looking down on me and watching over me. Keeping me safe and helping me through the day. It still hurts like hell when somebody asks about my memorial tattoo or the bracelet I wear. So many people say I look like you. Especially in uniform. I still don’t see it but it makes me smile every time somebody says it. I love you and miss you buddy. Until we meet again, I have it from here.

Officer Andrew Lamm
West Allis Police Department (and nephew)

April 16, 2020

Rest in peace.

Lt. Jim Russo

November 5, 2019

Rest in peace Special Agent Balchunas.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 21, 2019

As the mother of a military police officer, I admire greatly how his parents have carried on his call to serve the community.

I am humbled and inspired by those who serve.

Michele McCormack
member of the public

January 3, 2019

Thank you for being a mentor in my early days on MPD, and always being a friend even after you left to work for the State. 21 years later I still find myself emulating your approach to work. You will always be missed.

Sgt Juan López
Milwaukee Police Department

November 5, 2018

Happy 48th Birthday, Jay!! You are so missed and thought of often by many!!

Chris
DCI

January 18, 2018

Jay,

Thinking of you on this 12th anniversary of your tragic death. A role model, friend, and family member taken too soon. Not a day goes by you are not thought of by the lives you've touched down here. Thanks for your dedication to both the fire department and law enforcement. The world is a better place because you lived.

Friend
Friend

November 5, 2016

Jay, I had the chance and the honor of meeting and sitting with your family on a Sunday afternoon, and must say I've never met nicer people. Ironically, we both live in New Berlin. Thank you sir for your service. You gave the ultimate sacrifice and I salute you sir. May you rest in piece. My heart go's out to your family and pray that they may fine some healing each and every day. God Bless them.

Don Hedbany
Brother of Fallen Police Officer Ronald Hedbany

May 6, 2015

Happy 45th Birthday, Jay. Baby John Patrick was baptized today. You would be very proud of your little brother and his wonderful family. We love you and miss you.

Mom

January 18, 2015

Thinking of you today on the Anniversary of your death and keeping your family and friends close in our thoughts. RIP Jay you are not forgotten.
Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Town of Oconomowoc Police
Deborah S Roelandts (retired 911)
Oconomowoc Wisconsin

Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Town of Oconomowoc Police

November 5, 2014

This still hurts, RIP, GPM

S/A GPM

November 2, 2014

It's hard to believe that it's been 10 years already. It feels like just yesterday...missing you always, Jay.

Linda

October 29, 2014

Thinking of you on this somber 10th anniversary. Your presence is felt on a daily basis. Always loved and never forgotten.

Friend
LEO family/friend

October 28, 2014

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones. Continue to keep watch over everyone in your family. Know that those that love you will never let you be forgotten for you are a true hero and heroes never die.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Chicago Officerf: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

November 6, 2013

hey Jay, just wanted to stop by and say how much i miss you. not a day goes by that i dont think about you. Grandma gave me that memorial bracelet that she used to wear and i wear it every day. I just wish i could see you one more time! :'(

Andy Lamm
Nephew of Jay Balchunas EOW: 11/5/2004

May 21, 2013

hey Jay, just wanted to stop by and say how much i miss you. not a day goes by that i dont think about you. Grandma gave me that memorial bracelet that she used to wear and i wear it every day. I just wish i could see you one more time! :'(

Andy Lamm
Nephew of Jay Balchunas EOW: 11/5/2004

May 21, 2013

See you May 13th Buddy as we return to Honor Serge and our Sister Jen. You are in good company bro. You are missed very much!

Detective
Wauwatosa WI Police Department

April 6, 2013

Jay,
Since becoming a police officer in southeastern Wisconsin in 2008, I have heard many tales about Jay the cop and firefighter. You are sorely missed by all of us, but never forgotten.
Your death, while senseless, was not in vain.
You were a great cop and an inspiration for all of us to endeavor to do this job better.

"May the road always rise to meet you"

PO Adam Nelson
Mequon, WI Police Department

December 31, 2012

Eight years have passed and each year it seems that some people forget about you. There are those that love you though that will never forget about you and will never let your memory die for you are a true hero and heroes never die. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and protect them from harm. Thank you for being the hero that you are and for your dedicated service to law enforcement. You have not been forgotten

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

November 4, 2012

May the Lord watch over your family just as you watched over us. We are forever grateful for people like yourself, angels placed here on earth to ensure justice and safety for us all. God Bless all who wear the badge.

Grateful Citizen
Grateful Citizen

June 8, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

April 9, 2012