Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

The men and women of the Mahomet Police Department extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and co-workers of Agent Lizardo-Espada.

Thank you for your service. God bless you.

Rest in peace Sir!

Mahomet, IL Police Dept.

August 19, 2005

"Chumita" was a cheerful, pleasant, and dear friend, father, and person. I had the opportunity of knowing him for over 10 years and I feel deeply sorry for the loss of this tremendous person. I will keep his family in my prayers.

Richard Guzman

August 19, 2005

Querido amigo que Dios le tenga en su reino y que la paz siempre este con usted. Por su trabajo como Oficial de la Policia de Puerto Rico le damos las gracias. Su valentia fue y sera siempre muy apreciada. A la familia le damos las gracias por tan valiente ejemplar. Siempre seras recordado como un heroe y un valiente luchador. Gracias...

Border Patrol Agent Adolfo Illas Jr.
CBP/US Border Patrol

August 17, 2005

May the Lord be with you and your family during this terrible time.

Agent Lizardo-Espada, May the Lord bless thee and keep thee, May he shine his light upon thee and give thee peace.

May your murderer be brought to justice, and may the justice be swift and just.

Agent Lizardo-Espada, 10-25 Heaven 1, 10-42.

Ptn. Brad Keiser
Berkeley Police Department, MO

August 17, 2005

Again we mourn as another hero is taken from us. My deepest sympathy to the family, friends and co-workers of Agent Lizardo-Espada. 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.

Police Officer O. Dennard
Newark Police Department (NJ)

August 15, 2005

Thank you for helping to make the world a safer place. I wish your family peace in the coming days.

Captain Scott Wright
Mount Holly Police Department, NC

August 15, 2005

Rest in Peace Brother we have the Watch

Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the sons of God
Mathews 5:3

Corporal Albert Pratts
Florida Highway Patrol

August 15, 2005

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-3-14-04

August 15, 2005

Somebody killed a policeman today,
and a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect,
will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect that shot him will stand up in court,
with counsel demanding his rights.
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,
and spend many long, lonely nights.
The beat that he walked was a battle field too,
just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
to his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
a cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
and he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call, of himself gave his all,
and a part of America died.


"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God."

August 14, 2005

My fiancé, Dennis McElderry, was the first law enforcement casualty of 2003. Dennis was a Deputy Sheriff with the Davis County Sheriff's Office in SE Iowa. Dennis died doing a job he loved, just as I'm sure Jesus did. It saddens me to know that Dennis was not the first to die in the line of duty, nor will he and Jesus 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 Lizardo-Espada's 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 these tough times, but there isn't anything I can really say or do to make the situation better. Just know that my thoughts are with you and that you are not alone in your "journey". Should you ever need anything please do not hesitate to contact me. (Dennis' department will also always know how to reach me.)

As a fallen officer "survivor" and a friend, please accept my condolences on behalf of myself and the McElderry family. I never got the opportunity to know Jesus but, I am certain he was well respected and well loved. Jesus will live on in the hearts of all the lives he touched. You were all lucky to have had him be a part of your lives, even for a short time. I pray that Jesus will continue to watch over us all as only he can.

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

Wishing you and all those who loved you brighter and better days,

Jocelyne :)

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

August 14, 2005

WHAT IS A COP?

Cops are human ( believe it or not) just like the rest of us. They come in both sexes but mostly male. They also come in various sizes. This sometimes depends on whether you are looking for one or trying to hide something. However, they are mostly big.

Cops are found everywhere-on land, on the sea, in the air, on horses, in cars, sometimes in your hair. In spite of the fact that " you can't find one when you want one", they are usually there when it counts most. The best way to get one is to pick up the phone.

Cops deliver lectures, babies, and bad news. They are required to have the wisdom of solomon, the disposition of a lamb and muscles of steel and are often accused of having a heart to match. He's the one who rings the door-bell, swallows hard and announces the passing of a loved one; then spends the rest of the day wondering why he ever took such a "crummy" job.

On TV, a cop is an oaf who couldn't find a bull fiddle in a telephone booth. In real life he's expected to find a little blond boy " about so high" in a crowd of a half million people. In fiction, he gets help from private eyes, reporters, and who-dun-it fans." In real life, mostly all he gets from the public is " I didn't see nuttin'."

When he serves a summons, he's a monster. If he lets you go, he's a doll. To little kids, he's either a friend or a bogeyman, depending on how the parents feel about it. He works " around the clock", split shifts, Sundays and holidays, and it always kills him when a joker says. " Hey tomorrow is Election Day, I'm off, let's go fishing" ( that's the day he works 20 hours).

A cop is like the little girl, who, when she was good, was very, very good, but, when she was bad, was horrid. When a cop is good, " he's getting paid for it." When he makes a mistake, " he's a grafter, and that goes for the rest of them too." When he shoots a stick-up man he's a hero, except when the stick-up man is " only a kid, anybody coulda seen that."

Lots of them have homes, some of them covered with ivy, but most of them covered with mortgages. If he drives a big car, he's a chiseler; a little car, "who's he kidding?" His credit is good; this is very helpful, because his salary isn't. Cops raise lots of kids; most of them belong to other people.

A cop sees more misery, bloodshed, trouble, and sunrises than the average person. Like the postman, cops must also be out in all kinds of weather. His uniform changes with the climate, but his outlook on life remains about the same: mostly a blank, but hoping for a better world.

Cops like days off, vacations, and coffee. They don't like auto horns, family fights, and anonymous letter writers. They have unions, but they can't strike. They must be impartial, courteous, and always remember the slogan " At your service." This is sometimes hard, especially when a character reminds him, " I'm a taxpayer, I pay your salary."

Cops get medals for saving lives, stopping runaway horses, and shooting it out with the bandits ( once in a while his widow gets the medal). But sometimes, the most rewarding moment comes when, after some small kindness to an older person, he feels the warm hand clasp, looks into grateful eyes and hears, " Thank you and God bless you, son."

Officer Dave Carroll
Choctaw, Oklahoma

August 14, 2005

JESUS LIZARDO ESPADA, MAY YOUR KILLERS PAY THE ALTIMATE PRICE FOR YOUR MURDER, GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF THE REST. MY CONDOLENCE TO HIS FAMILY. QUE DIOS LE BENDIGA, LO SIENTO MUCHO EN MI ALMA.

GEORGE DELEGADO
EAGLE EYE INVESTIGATIONS

August 14, 2005

On behalf of the members of the Sutherlin Police Department, I send to you, our heartfelt condolences and prayers in your time of sadness. May your fallen officer’s legacy live on in the memories of his friends and family. Rest now brother, after a job well done. We’ll take it from here.

Cpl. Justin Marquis
Sutherlin Police Department, Sutherlin, OR

August 13, 2005

RIP BROTHER

Reserve Deputy Enriquez
MCSO Montgomery County TN.

August 13, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of Agent Lizardo-Espada. May his killer be found and brought to justice.

Linda Lamm - LEO Wife and Sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11/05/04

August 13, 2005

Dios parado y hecho frente del policía,
Cuál debe venir siempre pasar.
Él esperaba que sus zapatos brillaran,
Apenas tan brillantemente como su latón.

"paso adelante ahora, policía.
¿Cómo tratar de usted?
¿Usted ha dado vuelta siempre a la otra mejilla?
¿A mi iglesia téngale sido verdad?"

El policía ajustó sus hombros y dijo,
"ningún señor, Conjeturo que no es I,
Porque los de nosotros que lleven una divisa no pueden siempre ser un
santo."

He tenido que trabajar la mayoría de los domingos,
y mi charla era ocasionalmente áspera,
y he sido a veces violento,
Porque las calles son terriblemente resistentes.

Pero nunca tomé un penique,
Ésa no era mina a guardar aunque trabajé muchos del tiempo
suplementario en que las cuentas consiguieron apenas demasiado
escarpadas.

Y nunca pasé un grito para la ayuda,
Sin embargo en el tiempo sacudarí con miedo.
Y a veces, El dios me perdona,
He llorado unmanly los rasgones.

Sé que no merezco un lugar entre la gente aquí.
Nunca quisieran que alrededor excepto calmara su miedo.

Si usted tiene un lugar para mí aquí, Señor,
No necesita ser tan magnífico.
Nunca contaba con o tenía demasiado,
Pero si usted no entenderé.

Había un silencio todo alrededor del trono donde los santos habían
pisado a menudo.
Como el policía esperó reservado,
Para el juicio de su dios.

"paso adelante ahora, policía,
Usted ha llevado sus cargas bien.
Caminata venida un golpe en las calles del cielo,
Usted ha hecho su tiempo en infierno "

GREGG HOUSTON
SOUTH CAROLINA

August 13, 2005

My deepest heartfelt sympathies to an incredibly brave man who chose to take such a dangerous assignment after only one and a half years on the force.Taken from us far to quick. Que descanse en paz y vaya con Dios.

Police Officer Nelson Marti
New York State Park Police

August 13, 2005

You are a true hero; may your soul rest in peace.

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, Maryland

August 13, 2005

Only a few can do the job in Undercover Narcotics. Thank you for your committment. Rest in Peace brother. God bless your family.

Narcotics Sergeant
Arizona Choir Boys LEMC Reg. IV President

August 12, 2005

Rest In Peace.

Darin L. Paul, Special Agent
FBI

August 12, 2005

Farewell for now Brother...We are grateful for your sacrifice, dedication and faithfulness to duty above and beyond the call. We are proud to call you Brother. Be assured your loved ones are not alone for we are but a phone call away.

Bob Johnson VA-VI

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

August 12, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Agent Lizardo, his good deeds to his community and country will always be remembered. May God bless you.

Capt Josef T. Hagerer, Chaplain
Swiss Army, Ministerial Work

August 12, 2005

MAY GOD BLESS YOU. A HERO FOR SURE. MAY YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS KNOW THE COMFORT AND PEACE OF THE LORD. YOU HAVE SERVED WELL, NOW REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

August 11, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Agent Jesus Lizardo-Espada, his good deeds to his community and country will always be remembered. May God bless you.

Chief Ferrell J. Stewart
Cooter, MO Police Department

August 11, 2005

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Shannon
Collins Fire Dept

August 11, 2005