Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To Deputy Jerry Ortiz and his loved ones:

On this the ninth month after your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.

My heart is still with your family and I look forward to meeting them in Sacramento and/or D.C. You’re all in our thoughts and our prayers.

Jerry, you rescued us, saved our possessions, our lives and our families. You are one of the rare heroes among us. You were always there for us in the most traumatic moments of our lives. No matter when we called, we just expected that you would come and do whatever it took to help us, and you always met our expectations. Your selflessness and dedication are awe-inspiring.

This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Deputy Jerry Ortiz. I am so humbled by your valor and courage.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Jerry gave to his community and the citizens of Califonia, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on June 24, 2005.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

March 9, 2006

The preliminary hearing started this week for that piece of filthy trash who took you from us. It's been a hard week for all of us. We miss and love you so much. We know that justice will be served. Please watch over us.

March 8, 2006

hey bro we went to Century on Saturday to honor you..... the wall is really nice.... it was good to see Chela and Jeremy there with your mom and brothers and sisters. You will always be remembered as a hero and a good friend. We will never forget.

February 27, 2006

HI BRO.
I just wanted to let you know that not a day goes by with out thinking of you. It has been hard for our FAMILY these last 8 months with out YOU, but the only thing helping us is faith in GOD & knowing that you are in heaven watching over us. As YOU know,YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS are all watching over CHELA & YOUR BOYS for YOU down here.
GOD BLESS & ALWAYS in OUR PRAYERS "JERRY".
LOVE YOUR BIG BRO.

J. "ART" ORTIZ
LA CO. PROB.

February 25, 2006

8 months have past bro, and the pain feels the same. Family get togethers are not the same without you. Hanging out and just listening to you speak about the love of your job with that smile on your face is missed. I miss you Jerry...and I love you bro.

Mike O.
Brother

February 24, 2006

I am missing and thinking of you so much Uncle Jerry. I know they say with time it gets easier, but I still do not see that. I miss our talks especially more now than ever. Continue to watch over and be with Tia Chela, the boys and the entire family. I love you .
Always your niece
Angela

February 24, 2006

Eight horrific months without you. We miss you more than ever before. We love you so much. Please continue to watch over Chela and the boys.

February 24, 2006

Hello Jerry,

I attended church with you at St. Denis. Your presence and the sense of security were felt every time you stood by the door or when you would collect for the offerings. Now that you are no longer with us, we feel emptiness. Church is not the same. Like your family, I to will never forget that dreadful day for I too have many friends that are in Law enforcement and I pray that we don’t lose another Angel.

From the OC to LA, you are one of the few officers that I ask about, just to hear stories about you. And EVERYONE says the same thing I knew of you, you were the BEST! My prayers go to your wife, your two sons, your family and friends.

Rest in Peace! Remembering you, Steve Gerald Gajda and to other of the law enforcement heroes!!

February 22, 2006

Hey bro, we are always thinking about you, your wife and the rest of the Ortiz family. Chela is continuing to carry on your legacy of honor and you would be proud of her....
We will always look after her, your boys and the rest of your family. We know you would have done the same for us. All of your friends miss you bro

January 31, 2006

Jerry,
I can't believe it has been seven months since you were taken from your family and friends. The holidays have come and gone, but the saddness remains. You are greatly missed!!!

January 24, 2006

Seven months have passed Uncle Jerry, and not a day goes by that you are not in my thoughts and prayers and missed so much. I miss you more than words can even begin to express. I love you.

All my love
Angela

January 24, 2006

Since the tragic day you left us, we have turned to God for help. You showed us the path to Him. We love and miss you so much and you're in our prayers every single day. You are our hero. Please continue to watch over all of us, especially your Mom, Chela, Claudia and the boys.

The Lord is my Shepherd;
I shall not want.
In verdant pastures He gives me repose;
Before restful waters He leads me;
He refreshes my soul.
He guides me in right paths for His name's sake.
Even though I walk in the dark valley I fear no evil;
for you are at my side, with your rod and your staff that give me courage.
You spread a table for me in the sight of my foes;
you anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
Only goodness and kindness follow me all the days of my life;
And I shall dwell in the house of the Lord for years to come.

January 10, 2006

HI BRO.
I just wanted to say how hard it was for me at the ROSE BOWL game yesterday. Rembering the fun YOU & I had at the 2004 ROSE BOWL & that it was the last USC game we went to see together. As you know even though USC lost ,it was vs my 2nd favorite team TEXAS.
You will always be in my heart BRO.
LOVE YOU ALWAYS ,YOUR BIG BRO.

J."ART"ORTIZ
L A CO.PROB.

January 6, 2006

I met your sister Claudia today and heard your story. I must say I was deeply touched at what an incredible officer she said you were. She said such wonderful things about you. My heart goes out to your family. I will pray for them.

marie marrufo

December 26, 2005

Well bro, today is Christmas....Needless to say, you are greatly missed. Your smile, your laugh, your overall presence is missed beyond belief. It has been so hard without you here bro. Six months have passed since your passing and everytime that I think about it, it seems as if the news is just fresh. Alexis misses her Uncle Jerry's "kiss-bites" on her hands. She misses you so much bro. Life without you will never be the same. I love You Jerry! (I regret never telling you that as much as I wish that I would have...)

Mike Ortiz
younger bro

December 25, 2005

Merry Christmas Jerry.
Rest easy my brother, we will always be there for Chela and your family.

YOUR FRIEND
LASD

December 25, 2005

HI BRO.
It's CHRISTMAS time & though YOU may not be here with your family & friends
YOU will always spend CHRISTMAS & every day in our hearts.
GOD BLESS YOU always BRO. & ALL of YOU for thinking of JERRY & our FAMILY

LOVE YOUR BIG BRO.

J."ART" ORTIZ
L A CO. PROB.

December 25, 2005

Today is Christmas Eve, and it has been six long months since you were taken from everyone. Uncle Jerry, I am trying to take comfort in knowing that you are spending christmas with Jesus this year. I miss you so much, words can not describe the feeling. I was thinking of last Christmas when you called me, you were so happy, you sounded like one of the kids who caught a peak of Santa!! Thank you for those wonderful and special memories. Please continue to watch over Tia Chela and the entire family. Merry Christmas Uncle Jerry......
I love you always Angela........

December 24, 2005

Today is six months without you. We miss you beyond belief. We love you so much. Please help Chela and your family get through this holiday weekend. God bless you.

December 24, 2005

Jerry,
I didn't know you that well but You and my Father were very close friends. I just want you to know that although we only met a few times I understood why you and my father were such good friends in fact he called you his cousin. The day this happened I watched it on the T.V and when I heared your name I called my family to see how my father was. He cried so much for you and rushed to the hospital to be with your family.I just want you to know that you are loved and missed and that you made a big impact on my fathers life.

December 22, 2005

JERRY, IT WAS AT A TABLE IN DOWNEY, EARLIER THIS YEAR, THAT I GOT TO SPEND, WHAT WOULD BE THE LAST TIME TALKING TO YOU. YOU ALWAYS HAD A KNACK, FOR SAYING SOME REALLY FUNNY STUFF. AND FOR THOSE OF US WHO GOT TO KNOW YOU, IT MADE OUR LIVES ALL THAT MUCH BETTER. THINK OF US AND KEEP WATCHING OVER US. AS YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.

December 22, 2005

It's Christmastime and Jerry's family has been on my mind. I'm sorry for your loss and that your loved one isn't here with you.

To his wife Chela and his boys -- I pray that God gives you strength and peace. Jerry loved you so much.

To his parents and brothers and sisters -- I pray that God carries you through this tough time.

To Jerry -- I know God has made you a guardian angel.

God bless you all.

December 20, 2005

Hey bro, the holiday season is upon us and we miss you so much. You always made every day brighter with your laugh and smile.
You're spending Christmas with Jesus this year and while we are so sad not to have you here, we know that you're in a better place. Please continue to watch over your family especially your Mom, Dad, brothers, sisters, Chela, Jeremy and Jacob. We know they miss and love you so much. And all of your friends think about you every day. We love you. God bless you.

December 7, 2005

HI Bro. Just wanted to let you know how much i have been thinking of you this week. As you know it's that time again the USC vs UCLA game.I will miss you not going to the game with me,but i know once again you will have the best seat in the house. With you as the 12th man USC will WIN. Give them a little push again if they need it.
GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS,
LOVE YOUR BIG BRO.

J."ART"ORTIZ
LA Co.Prob.

December 2, 2005

We think of you and your family during these holidays, and offer thoughts and prayers as you celebrate without your loved one. Cherish the memories of the past and be open to new ones with your loved ones and friends. Your loved one will never be forgotten and always honored for their sacrifice.

Alissa Scott
Widow of Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-03

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network
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November 29, 2005