Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Hi Sweetheart,
miss you every second of everyday!!! Stay close to your Mom and Carmen on their trip and ask God to bring them home to us safe and sound. We love you so much and can't wait until the day we are together again!!! XO Soul Mate

kathy
wife

February 6, 2008

miss you so much. thinking of you every moment. met someone you know, sort of. stay with us. love you.
Carmen

February 1, 2008

It is with a heavy heart that I write this. Howie, the first thought I had when I heard of Bob's passing was that he was now with you at the Ceres PD substation in the sky watching over those of us left behind. I am thankful that I had that last conversation with him the night before. I came to him with a problem and, as always, he gave me the guidance and advise I needed. I am only left wondering why our lord has taken yet another of the great ones from us. I know He has a plan, I just wish I could understand it. It is a comfort knowing that you were there to greet him and show him the way. Thank you for that. Until we all meet again.....

Officer G.Yotsuya
Ceres PD

January 24, 2008

Hi Sweetheart.
we miss you so much!!! I had to write to you today because we are so very sad.
As you already know, our beloved Officer Bob Panos died suddenly yesterday
morning. Gosh, what a shock! He was getting ready for work and then he was in heaven with you and all our Heros. I know you were right there to greet him. Our Lord Jesus brought him home and I know he is safe and loved. Still all of us left here today, are heart broken. Bob will be just as missed,as you are. We will not be the same without is beautiful smile to make our day! We are keeping his family close and praying that they know we grieve with them.
love you forever Soul Mate

kathy
wife

January 23, 2008

Sgt. Stevenson,

I know I have only met you a couple of times, but you have defenitly changed my life for the good. You told me about the explorers post over a game of pool one night after I had mentioned that I was thinking about a life as an officer. And as Im sure you've seen I joined the post and I've made it up to Lieutenant now, so I must be doing something right. Im plan on attending the police academey here in July, and hopefully I get picked up by Ceres. I dont want to work anywhere else, because of the tight family bond that I have been lucky enough to be apart of.

It's been pretty cool hearing stories about you from Bryce, Mick, and Kathy. Oh ya before I forget, your Beef Jerky is delicious!!!! I told Bryce that they should market it and call it Howie's Jerkey. I think the name has a ring to it.

By the way I've gotten alot better at pool, I have even beaten Bryce a few times. He's been teaching me how to do some pretty tricky shots.

Im sure you've seen that Officer Panos passed away yesterday morning, and it's been another hard blow for us at Ceres PD. But we will continue on one day at a time; with you and Bob watching over and guiding us thgough the days.....

Anthony

LT. Anthony Silva Ceres Police Explorers
Bryce's Friend

January 23, 2008

Howie... Its been a long time since I've been on here to say a little something to you. Today has been one of those days where once again we lost someone close to us. This has been har for me because I was close with this person. I hope you take care of him, and grasp him under your wings. Bob will be missed just as much as you are. Please take care of him, and let him know that I am thinking of him and you.

Jeremy
EPD

January 23, 2008

Hay sweetheart,
just leaving a note to say you are so very missed in every way. Love you today and everyday and can not wait to see you again!!! It has been too long and I do not know when we will be together again? All I know is you are safe and happy...
so we will keep on like we've been doing. I pray for guidance daily and hope I am serving our Lord well. I miss having my partner, to bounce ideas off of and just spend time with. Everyone is doing fine and keeping busy so I am not worried. Love you Sol Mate

kathy
wife

January 19, 2008

Thank you for your dedication, and protecting us. You made the ultimate sacrifice, and you will never be forgotten. God bless you, and your family, and your fellow officers. YPD

January 15, 2008

Hi sweetheart,
missing you as always...the sun is finally out today. It has been raining and cold for the last two weeks. I mostly did'nt mind because I could just stay home and cubby up with a fire and watch movies with the kids and your family. But I'm glad to see the sun because the back yard is in need of some TLC. The pool is a mess with leaves. Bryce is going to help me clean them out. I forget how a few storms can really mess stuff up. I miss you guiding us on chore days because you made them fun. We knew we would get to do something extra fun after our chores, like Geocashing or going to a movie and dinner. Always something good to look forward too. It just is not the same without you...Sorry not trying to do the "whoo is me thing" . I just wanted to tell you Thank You for the fun times, even when we had chores to do. We love you so much and can't wait to see you again Soul Mate!!!

kathy
wife

January 12, 2008

GOD BLESS YOU HOWIE

January 12, 2008

you are in our thoughts each and every day. taken from your friends and family many,many years too soon. they are strong..happy...you would be quite proud of them. Iwas not able to enjoy the togetherness at the Grove today...but you were in my thoughts and again I thank every officeer out there.

barbara olson and family
aunt AND FAMILY

January 10, 2008

Hi Sweetheart,
Today we all remember you, and when I say all I mean ALL that love you and all that wished they had the chance to know you when you were here with us. Everyone that gathered today had a reason. Some gathered because they truly know how it has been to live without you here in there daily lives. Some gathered to honor the sacrifice you made in the line of duty. Some gathered to comfort each other. Some gathered to see the progress the has been made after this horrible tragedy. Still some gathered just to be together as a true family! This day will always mean something different to each of us. That is simply wonderful, because it means that you will never be forgotten. You and all those Heros that continue to place others needs and others lives before your own can only be truly recognized through the commitment to NEVER FORGET the sacrifice !!!
We were able to get through this day as well as all the days without you because of the love and support of our friends and family . They all LOVE you and miss you as much as we do! Keep watching over all of us and know we will be together again in perfect love. Thank You Lord!!!
love you Soul Mate

kathy
wife

January 10, 2008

Rest in peace brother. You are not forgotten.

Mike

January 9, 2008

On this 3 year anniversary of your EOW, we are thinking about you, your family, friends and co-workers. This date will always be rough for those that knew you and by seeing the reflections they are remembering you today. Please continue to watch over them. Thank you for your service, you are a true hero and will not be forgotten.

Craig Figgins
Brother - SGT Dan Figgins St Charles, IL EOW 4/9/05

January 9, 2008

Three years have passed since you were called away and I know for those that love you dearly that it has felt like a lifetime since they have felt your touch, heard your voice and saw your wonderful smile. You are forever carried in their hearts wherever they go. Continue to watch over all of them. You are a true hero and heroes never die.

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

January 9, 2008

Three Years. Still as sad a day today as it was then.

January 9, 2008

Good Morning Sweetheart,
I know how silly it is to be writing you so much, but I miss you!!! Yes of course everyone that knows you can relate, so I do not feel so bad. We all can not help how we feel. You and so many others in our lives have made such an important impact on us; that no words could not began to convey. Though you are not here today is why our hearts break. Why so many great people have to leave us way to early, is beyond my understanding. Thank God that I am not ask to understand ! I do always give Thanks that we did not suffer the loss of Sammy, Chris and John, as well as all the GREAT HEROS that were there that night. All of you were ready to put your lives on the line; not just that night but every time you left your homes. We want to remember all the Heros that have paid with their lives as well as all those that continue to protect all of us. We Love You All and will keep you and all that love and support you in our prayers always. Thank You for always giving us your BEST. Love you Soul Mate Can't wait...

kathy
wife

January 8, 2008

Hi Sweetheart,
just me again...wish you were here!!! I love you so very very much and can't wait to see you again. You are on my mind all the time. I find it very easy to lose track of time these days. My mind wonders back to wonderful memories of you. I can remember everything about you. I remember so clearly that sometimes it seems like you are going to walk right through our door. Thank you for such warm and loving memories. Your smile melts my heart and makes these days and nights bearable. Our kids have so much of you in them, they keep me looking forward...they too make these days bearable. I know I sound mushy but thats OK because I'm a girl! ha ha I love being able to come here and write to you. I try to keep it light because it is better that way. I know you are watching over all of us and will keep us safe! Thank you
love you Soul Mate

kathy
wife

January 6, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH

January 2, 2008

Happy New Year Sweetheart,
Gosh, we really miss you!!! We brought in the New Year with our thoughts on
you and how wonderful it will be when we meet in heaven. I know you are in the most perfect place with the most perfect love. Our Lord Jesus Christ made that possible. I am truly thankful for His sacrifice. I hope 2008 will be a safe and productive year for us. The 9th is coming up and we are going to be down at your Wild Life Grove. We invited those that know and love you to come together and remember you with us. I think it will make the day a little easier to be with people that love you! Carmen and I spent New Years Eve at our home and Ron came over too. He brought some yummy Mouse stew. Art let Micky ride out with him. She said, she had a great time. They even busted some drunk drivers! Bryce had to work again. He said, he had a quiet night. I know you are watching over all of us. That always makes me feel good!!! We love you so very much and keep you in our thoughts and in our hearts. You will never be forgotten by any of us. You are our HERO now and forever!!! Love you Soul Mate

kathy
wife

January 1, 2008

My community lost a young police officer less than 2 weeks ago to a violent murder. I come to this memorial and feel as though I am on hollowed ground. I have read what happened to you Sergeant King. Many of us citizens run away when things danger comes to our community but it is men and women like you that hold the line. Thank you Sergeant King for your life, thank you to your family for allowing you to carry on your career of service to your community. You sir were a brave man and I know you will never be forgotten by your loved ones, colleagues and citizens like myself.

Rest in Peace

Citizen

December 29, 2007

Merry Christmas Sweetheart,
We miss you so very much!!! It is our third Christmas without you here with all of us. I can't wrap my mind around it though, even as I write it. You made our Holidays so wonderful. You made everyday wonderful!!! Thank You for everything you gave to this crazy world!!! We will never ever forget you and the memories you gave us. Bryce and Mikaela are doing great as always. They have your zest for life and remind me daily how to make each day count. I love them so much and give thanks to God that he left them here for us. My Mom and sisters and the cousins were all here for Christmas and we had a lot of fun together.
We are going up with Carmen to your parents this Saturday. I know we will have a fun and a relaxing weekend in Lakeport as well. I just keep counting my blessings with all the people that love and care about us. We love you and I can't wait until we are together again forever Soul Mate

Kathy
Wife

December 26, 2007

Dear Howard:
On one occasion (of many), daddy and I were reflecting upon how truly, truly wonderful Kathy is. He asked me “how did he know, at such a young age, to choose his wife so well?”. I replied ‘I don’t know, daddy’.
Sometime later, I recounted this conversation to a friend. I asked her the same thing; how did Howard know? Her response was simple: “His time here was short. He had to use his time wisely and well.”.
She’s right.

There have been countless times since you were taken from us that I have continued to ponder your exceptional insight, as well as how much I love Kathy (remember how I used to joke that if you two ever got a divorce, we were keeping Kathy?). As we three have grown up and through the ages together, I have come to recognize that she IS an earth Angel. I am so proud of both of you, of the life you accomplished as a team, and of the beautiful and magnificent children you created together. Awareness of how much goodness you have sown keeps us winning the battle against grief and despair. I could not be more proud of the family and of the life that you made with our beloved Kathy. I thank you EVERY SINGLE DAY for being you and for choosing her.

With love and gratitude,always,
Carmen

December 13, 2007

Hi Sweetheart,
miss you every second of everyday!!! We had a wonderful Thanksgiving with
Carmen and your Mom. It felt good to be together and always feels like you are
going to be walking through the door any minute. We charish our memories of
days past. We were remembering New Years Eve of 2005, how great that time was, we were all together and you came home from work. We made you a martini and toasted the New year! Glad we did'nt know what was coming in 2005. Anyway you made us happy and we are proud to be your family!!!
Bryce and Micky are doing good and we enjoy them so much. We all sat in the kitchen and listen to them tell us of their future plans. I know you are as proud of them as we are! We really did have a nice Thanksgiving together. Sorry I have not written sooner but I know you understand. I am trying to stay busy and productive. Time seems to get away from me since you have been gone. I think we are going to put up our Christmas decor this week. Micky keeps saying we need to hurry up or it will be too late, and I know she is right!
My mom will be here for Christmas and can't wait to be pampered. I laugh because she sleeps in our bedroom and talks to your big photo on the wall. She said, it makes her feel safe to have you watching over her at night. I would have to agree! I am sure we will have a nice time together, and make a hard day bearable. I hope it does not rain when she is here,but if it does I have lots of movies and popcorn on hand. Kim and Krisy might come on Christmas day. I am going to make our breakfast dish and eggs benidict for Micky and my mom. Yummy!!
Well I better get going or I will never get anything done. We love you always and can not wait to see you Soul Mate!!!

kathy
wife

December 10, 2007

Hey Howie,
Just wanted to stop by and say, as you know, I'm graduating 8th grade!!!! I'm so happy I have made it this far. I miss you alot!!!:(!! Sometimes I wish this is all just a nightmare but it's not and I'm really sad about that. Michael is going to be in the newspaper again!!!! he is like student of the month for rodery club.
Love,
Kalani

Kalani Yotsuya
A friend

December 7, 2007