Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Ofc Diaz was a dedicated law enforcement professional who gave his life for the cause. He went above and beyond to do his part to make sure his fellow officers went home that night. May you rest in peace my brother.

Officer
Miramar PD

October 10, 2005

Officer Jose Diaz Rest in Peace, May God bless your family during this tragic time.

Lt. Tim Sampey - Bancroft PD - MI
Blue Knights International Law Enforcement M/C Detroit Metro

October 10, 2005

A great tragedy and loss to the citizens of Broward County and Ft. Lauderdale. Giving of yourself...You will be missed Jose. The members of the FWC Reserves express their sincere wishes to the family and friends of this FINE officer.

Reserves - Broward
Florida Fish and Wildlife

October 10, 2005

My heart goes out to the family, friends and co-workers of patrolman Jose Diaz. May God grant them comfort and healing in this difficult time. Patrolman Diaz is a hero and will not be forgotten.

Anonymous
Honolulu Police Dept.

October 10, 2005

If you are able, save for them a place inside of you and save one backward glance when you are leaving for the places they can no longer go, Be not ashamed to say you loved them, though you may or may not have always, Take what they have left and what they have taught you with their dying and keep it with your own, And in time when men decide and feel safe to call the streets insane, take one moment to embrace those gentle heroes you left behind. We will se you in Elysium..

OFC Crociata
GPD, Illinois

October 10, 2005

If you are able, save for them a place inside of you and save one backward glance when you are leaving for the places they can no longer go, Be not ashamed to say you loved them, though you may or may not have always, Take what they have left and what they have taught you with their dying and keep it with your own, And in time when men decide and feel safe to call the streets insane, take one moment to embrace those gentle heroes you left behind. We will se you in Elysium..

OFC

October 10, 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

October 10, 2005

Jose was a good man i was a friend of his where he lived am still in shock of what happened we have lost a friend god bless u jose for all your work done we will never for get u rest in peace my friend

mike hernadez

October 10, 2005

May you rest in peace - the thoughts and prayers of every agent in the State of Florida are with you and your family during this terrible time. Keep an eye on the rest of us so we may continue to do what you gave your life for. God Speed Brother!

Special Agent Bradley Frank
State of Florida Divison of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco

October 10, 2005

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Patrolman Jose Diaz, and the Fort Lauderdale P.D. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Patrolman Diaz, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

October 10, 2005

The policeman stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry a badge
can't always be a saint."

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at time I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his god.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell"

GREGG HOUSTON
SOUTH CAROLINA

October 10, 2005

TO: The family; loved ones; friends and department members: A POLICE OFFICER’S PRAYER:--- O, gentle Lord ! Keep the day/night watch with me. As I begin my tour of duty, I ask your protection from all mental, physical and spiritual harm. Sustain me with the knowledge that I am doing your work, endeavoring to keep peace among your people. Help me to be just as I enforce the law without prejudice or favor to anyone. May I be courageous but not reckless in carrying out my duties. Let me respond to all calls with haste realizing that so many are dependent upon me for life and safety. Support me with your consoling power when I am tempted to think no one really cares and that I am taken for granted. Sustain in me the conviction that so many thousands do care and are grateful for my presence. Grant that I may be loyal to my partner and my fellow officers, and that I may back them up effectively when called upon for assistance. Lord, I ask that I may return safely, after my tour of duty, to my loved ones and those who love me. I pray that I may be a good and honorable police officer; and after my tour of duty is over here on earth, may I enjoy the peace and happiness of heaven that you have promised to those who serve you well. AMEN. *** REST IN PEACE ***

Chief ( retired ) Douglas A. Koeppen
Washington New Jersey

October 10, 2005

God bless your hard work brother. You will be missed. Thank You...

Patrolman
Lexington Metro, KY

October 10, 2005

May God Bless You Brother!

PFC T. Chow
Punta Gorda PD

October 10, 2005

I am proud to have worked with you during my last year as a Police Officer @ FLPD, before I retired.

You were a great cop, a great and devoted family man and a great friend. I remember our morning coffee at Einsteins, you talking about your family and how much you wanted them to finally arrive from New York.

We joked about me retiring and you carrying on the "Family Name" in old FLPD. I will miss you my brother.

You were truly one of the best. You have earned your placed with the LORD, R.I.P. My Brother.

My condolances also to your family who I know were extremely proud of you, loved you deeply and will miss you until you are all reunited in the Lord's Kingdom.

Detective Jose Diaz
Radford Department of Police/Retired Fort Lauderdale Police Department

October 10, 2005

God bless the family of Patrolman Jose Diaz and to all the members of the Fort Lauderdale Police Department for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Trooper
New Jersey State Police

October 10, 2005

Jose Diaz was a fine officer and more importantly, a fine human being. Prior to his recent transfer to the Department's newly formed Tactical Squad, he worked on the midnight shift for two years, where I supervise.

Although I didn't actually know Jose all that well, he was one of the guys with a perpetual smile on his face and a kind word to all. To give you an example of the kind of character he had, this tragic incident occurred after Jose had completed working an off-duty detail at 0400.

Jose was on his way home in his unmarked car when he heard the call go out on his police radio. Now mind you, Jose was under no obligation to assist yet he did-immediately returning to on-duty status. He could've easily just turned his radio off as soon as he left his detail and driven home, unaware of the happenings going on around him.

But no, that wouldn't have been indicative of Jose's character. To do any less than what he did, well, Jose wouldn't sleep well once he got home. So, realizing that the car and officers were heading his way, he pulled over to the side of the road and awaited them. As soon as they passed, he joined up with them to assist in the stop. That's character not often seen.

I was on scene at the fall and watched the truly heroic efforts of his fellow officers and the responding paramedics as they attempted to stabilize Jose. It'a memory I won't soon forget. I hope to memorialize it in my brain so I can always remember the character that FLPD Officer Jose Diaz exemplified.

The FLPD mourns the loss of an officer so dedicated to his job, his fellow officers and his community. Godspeed Jose.

Lee Spector/Captain
Fort Lauderdale

October 10, 2005

May God watch over you and your Family.

Trooper
PSP

October 10, 2005

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Patrolman Jose Diaz, and the Fort Lauderdale P.D. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Patrolman Diaz, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

October 10, 2005

You don't remember me, do you...?
I was the one who unlocked your car after you accidentally locked the keys and your baby up at the mall.
I was the one who gave you a ride to the gas station when you ran out of gas on that back road.
I was the one who changed your tire because you couldn't figure out how to work the stupid scissor jack.
I was the one who directed you safely through that busy intersection when the traffic signals weren't working.
I was the one who gave you a jump-start after you left your lights on.

You don't remember me, do you...?
I was the one who found the item that identified the guy who raped your daughter.
I was the one who spent my days off in court to testify and help convict the man who beat your son so badly.
I was the one who located your grandmother in the woods that night when it was 22 degrees and she had wandered away from the nursing home.
I was the one who loaned you the raincoat the night we stood and watched your house burn.
I was the one who talked with you for two hours about your son running away from home.

You don't remember me, do you...?
I was the one who held your hand, wiped the blood out of you eyes, and calmed you down while the Fire Department cut you out of what was left of your car.
I was the one who called you at 2 a.m. to come pick up your 16 year old daughter because she had been drinking too much.
I was the one who knocked on your door at 4 a.m. to let you know your 16 year old daughter would never be coming home again.
I was the one who did CPR on your 3 year old after you found him in the pool.
I was the one who helped deliver your new baby when you didn't quite make it to the ER.

You don't remember me, do you...?
I was the one who got that snake out of your bathroom around midnight.
I was the one who got my knees and elbows scraped up fighting with the shoplifter with your carton of cigarettes.
I was the one who took your son for a "ride-along" so he could see what it was really like.
I was the one who gave you the right directions so you wouldn't miss that business meeting.
I was the one who stopped you to let you know your right rear tire was going flat.

You don't remember me, do you...?
I was the one who escorted your son's funeral procession from the church to the cemetery and cried behind my sunglasses because he was my friend, too.
I was the one watched over your place while you were on vacation.
I was the one who worked for you on Christmas Day so you could be off with your family.
I was the one who joked around with you after your truck got hit by a train and you walked away without a scratch.
I was the one was able to talk your husband into going into counseling with you.

You don't remember me, do you...?
I was the one who got shot when I pulled over a car for a traffic violation and the driver turned out to be an escaped convict who had sworn he would never go back to prison.
Oh, by the way, my memorial service is at 2 p.m.

Will you remember me now?

I will remember you!!

Patrolman
LPD

October 10, 2005

Officer Diaz..you - your family - friends & co-workers are in my thoughts & prayers..please watch over them & your fellow brothers/sisters in bluw..YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN..REST IN PEACE & WITH EASE BLUE ANGEL!!!!

girlfriend of a leo
michigan

October 10, 2005

Another tragedy. Rest in peace bro.

Off. A.M. Whelchel
Waco PD

October 10, 2005

Our thoughts, support and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Diaz.

Rest In Peace Brother.

Officer
Hollywood Police Department

October 10, 2005

The city of Ft. lauderdale and Broward county lost a hero. You gave your life backing up another officer and protecting the community.I know there is a special place for you in heaven.We will contiune were you left off makiing the streets a safer a place. Rest In Peace

Deputy Sheriff Dist-12
Broward County Sheriff's Office

October 9, 2005

The Coconut Creek Police Department offers our sincere thoughts and prayers to the family of Jose Diaz and the Ft. Lauderdale Police Department. Your dedication to duty and your unselfishness to assist your fellow officers will never be forgotten.

God Speed Jose Diaz...

Sgt. John Leonard-PUT
Coconut Creek, FL PD

October 9, 2005