Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My fiance, Dennis McElderry, was the first law enforcement casualty of 2003. Dennis was a Deputy Sheriff with the Davis County Sheriff's Office in southeast Iowa. Dennis died doing a job he loved, just as I'm sure George did. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and George be the last to die this way.

Having gone through the pain of losing Dennis I can truly understand and feel the pain that Agent Debates' family, friends, and co-workers must be feeling. My heart goes out to you all, especially to his wife. No one can truly understand the pain of our loss until they've walked in our shoes. I wish I could give you a few words of wisdom to help you through this tough time, but there isn't anything I can really say or do to make the situation better. Just know that my thoughts are with you.

Please accept my condolences on behalf of the McElderry family and remember that George is part of huge law enforcement family. If you ever need anything any number of them will be there for you (as I've quickly found out!) From reading the many reflections posted here, I am certain George was well respected and well loved.

Thank you Agent Debates for a job well done and for helping to make this world a safer place for us all. Please say "hello" to my fiance Dennis for me.

Peace, Love, Luck, and Happiness!

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Sheriff Dennis Ray McElderry - EOW (01/03/03)

December 25, 2004

Rest in peace brother. We will continue to hold the line down. Protect us and watch us from above.

#6224
CBP-Nogales

December 24, 2004

May God bless you and your family during this holiday season. Thank you for you service. YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN!

Sgt. Peter Haynes
Simsbury Police Department

December 24, 2004

My heart goes out to your family and your agency, because we as a whole, have lost another bright star. Keep an eye open and looking over us down here. God Bless!!!!!

Federal Police Officer Robert Jackson
US Dept. of Veterans Affairs

December 24, 2004

God Bless you for your service. May God Bless you family as well. You will not be forgotten Brother...

Patrolman
PD in MO

December 24, 2004

Thank you for your service, may your soul rest in peace.

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, Maryland

December 24, 2004

Thank you for your service and please watch over us as we continue the fight.

SPA M. Coombs
USBP

December 24, 2004

I firmly believe in the Border Patrol to safeguard our borders and I think they are often overlooked or under appreciated. Living in Southern California for many years, I came to appreciate what the Border Patrol does to keep illegal aliens from disregarding our immigration quotas and flouting our system of laws. And since 9/11 their mission to keep out those who would do us harm is absolutely critical. I didn't know this officer, but happen to have something in common with him, I was raised in Casa Grande, Arizona. Thank you Agent Debates for you dedication to keeping our country safe, and may you rest in peace. My sympathy and prayers are with your mother and your fellow agents who carry on your task for you.

Linda Wagers
Surviving Spouse of Sgt Gary Wagers, CHP, EOW 3/15/01

December 24, 2004

Thank you for your bravery and service, you will never be forgotten. Vaya con Dios.

Police Officer
Syracuse PD

December 24, 2004

May GOD bless your family and friends at this terrible time. Thank you for serving and protecting. rest in peace, Sir.

Shirley Roberts
Aunt of Fallen Officer John Logan EOW-March 14, 2004

December 24, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to the family of Border Patrol Agent George Debates and the United States Department of Homeland Security...our hearts and prayers are with you all...... Thank you for a job well done George... rest in peace as you continue your watch from the heavens......your memory will never be forgotten...

God Bless....Be Safe..... and wear your vests...

Vin, Pook and all of us at beyond-the-blue

Vinman and Pooky -Site Owners
beyond-the-blue

December 24, 2004

Again we mourn as another hero is taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of BP Agent Debates. May the Lord give you strength and bless each of you during this time.

Rest in peace for your watch here is over; walk in heavens beat and guide us to protect and serve others safely.

US Ranger Catroppa
National Park Service Kennesaw GA

December 23, 2004

I was saddened to hear of your passing, George. I remember you as a fine person and co-worker. To your family and friends, I offer my condolences. To my all my former co-workers in Tucson Sector, my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. "Beave"

PO MICHAEL REYNOLDS #29660 (Formerly N41
NYPD

December 23, 2004

May God bless you and your family.

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice.

God bless....

Senior Patrol Agent Israel Alfaro
US Border Patrol, Casa Grande

December 23, 2004

George, may God and our Lord Jesus bless you and your family. Your spirit lives on and not forgotten. Thank you for your sacrifice and service of keeping America safe for me and my family. God Bless.

BPA B.PONS
USBP CASA GRANDE

December 23, 2004

Thank you brother. We have your watch.

Officer T-1822
N.J. Department of Corrections

December 23, 2004

Thank you for your service and sacrifice to our country. You will never be forgotten.

DE
St. Louis City Police

December 23, 2004

Farewell Brother. Thank you for your faithfulness & dedication to duty. Be assured your loved ones are not alone for we are only a phone call away.

Bob Johnson VA-VI

Bob Johnson U.S. Marshal's (Ret'd)
Blue Knights International Police Assn.

December 23, 2004

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ

December 23, 2004

Lost, but not in vain. A good man, in the truest sense. You'll be missed by all your friends here in Michigan. Rest in peace my friend.

friend djrich
flight club

December 23, 2004

You have protected the borders of this great nation. Now go forth and protect the borders of heaven. Keep them safe and the evil out. Watch our backs from above. Look up Deputy Hedman, prior Special Forces guy still kickin' A$$ from above!!! God Bless

Reserve Deputy Mark Casadei
Otero County Sheriff's Office

December 22, 2004

My family would like to send our heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends, & fellow co-workers of border patrol Agent George Debates.
You're in our thoughts and prayers. May God watch over all the brave men and women in law
enforcement who put their lives on the line everyday as they serve & protect their communities.

Your job is a difficult one and we truly appreciate all you do. God bless each & everyone of you.

Gail M Pabst
Aunt of fallen Detroit P.O. Jennifer Fettig eow 2-16-04

December 22, 2004

George,
Thanks for being there when I needed you during my TDY time at CAG and taking the few SIR's off of my hand. I will continue on for you from here brother, you have been called to your final resting place. The trails will be guarded and worked. Save a place for me when our paths cross again. GOD Bless and May You Rest in Peace!
"Mookie"

Eric Swanson-Assistant Chief HQOBP
DHS-CBP-USBP

December 22, 2004

Thank you for your service.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

December 22, 2004

My thoughts and prayers to the family and the Border patrol.

Fallen but never forgotten.

Bryan Laurie son of fallen officer
Nathan Laurie EOW 7-29-04

December 22, 2004