Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue to watch over all of your loved ones. You have not been forgotten.

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

October 8, 2009

Hard to believe it has been 4 years... You will always be in our hearts and thoughts Jose, as is your family... I know you are watching over all of us...we miss you dearly!!

Anonymous

October 8, 2009

To Patrolman Jose Diaz, his family and his fellow officers with the Fort Lauderdale Police Department:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Patrolman Diaz’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Patrolman Diaz and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc.
Members and Staff

October 8, 2009

Once again, the night has crept up on me again and it is still hard to sleep 4 years later. I keep wanting to stay awake in hopes that maybe God will allow me to re-live the moment in time and be able to do something differently so that we don't lose you. But tomorrow comes around again and you are still not with us and I am forever saddened.

We live in a world that is so bad about remembering, people are so driven by the fact that tomorrow is a new day and brings new opportunities, that seldom do people want to remember the events of our past that are hurtful. Look how quickly people looked past September 11th. Unfortunately the same holds true with 10-08-05. Even within our own department, we have so much turnover and so many new faces that most of them only will hear the moment of silence on the radio and wonder "what happened". I for one will never allow myself to forget because I believe that though that morning I went through the hardest thing I have ever had to do in my life, Its made me a stronger person and drives me to be a better person because you were such a great person. I think that we as people, we as Americans, we as officers, we as sons, we as husbands and we as fathers need to remember great men and strive to make sure that we continue to be like them. Without remembering the past, I do not feel like we ever really will have a future.

You and I are forever linked and I am so proud of that moment and cherish it despite the pain and heartache. I do miss you and will remember that night always. I thank you once again for your commitment to the city, to the badge and to the brothers who you fought with everyday. You paid the ultimate sacrifice and you are truly one of Fort Lauderdale's and America's great heroes.

Thank you for watching over me!
Your brother in blue!

Officer Douglas Silk
FLPD

October 7, 2009

Four years later and I still remember it like it was yesterday. So much has changed, but not really. Please continue to watch over us, and know that you are thought of everyday and are very muched missed. Love you my brother, till we meet again.

Det. Rich Rivera
FLPD/Friend

October 7, 2009

Just stopping by to say "whats up kid". Your always in my thoughts. Keep watching over us my brother.

Det. Rich Rivera
FLPD/Friend

August 12, 2009

Hi José, I just want to wish you Happy 41st Birthday in heaven (Te estas’ poniendo Viejo) I know that God has something very special plan for you today. I feel like if your life was taken too soon, but who am I to question god, I guess he had better plans for you up there. You and god know how much we miss you. I hope that you had a huge celebration today in Heaven with your mother and family members who were there waiting for you and with Jesus. Please keep watching over us. We love you and miss you very much. Que dios te bendiga! Hasta pronto.

Yesy Bastista
friend

May 13, 2009

Just another day thinking of things. Hoping this damm dream would end. Will it settle in that you aren't coming back??

Talked to Rich last night and wanted to put a prayer for him and his family. Ask you to watch him and help guide him. The same goes for Rob and his family. He also always stays in contact with us. A trus family indeed. Things aren't great for anybody but, I'm sure you know that. They did alot for us and I wish we could repay them and their families for everything they did. Keep all those that were there for us in prayer. Especially those that are ill or are going through tuff times. You a true believer and can still help us from up there. I'm sure you know who those people are and we also will pray for them. May god bless you all!!

Your baby girl is getting ready for her senior prom and I know you would have loved to be there on this day. She always talks about you and misses you. Keep both your kids on the right path. Always nice to let some out in here to you. I know you are listening. Well handsome til we meet again !!!!!!

Anonymous

March 13, 2009

Happy Valentines Day 2009!!!!!!!!!!Miss you.

Anonymous

February 13, 2009

To my friend Jose,
when you told me you were leaving to Fla., I was sad and happy because you were thinking of bettering your family life. I just found out that your Eot was a while back. May the good lord have you by his side, because you've earned a spot next to him.
Your friend Tony

A/Lt Anthony Lopez #438202
Aux. NYPD Friend

January 24, 2009

Happy New Year handsome. Been thinking about you and missing you too death. Hoping things would get better quick. It's so hard to pick up where you left off. But trust me we are trying. Des is doing really good in school I am very proud of her. Tony is starting to take control. Hope you give him the strength. It's been extremely hard on him. He needs you and no one can replace you. Not that he wants to. One thing that he will never change.

You were a great dad to them and I wish someone would teach us how to go on when one of the people you love leaves. You are in a better place but, are truly missed here. Thinking of going to washington for your bday, which is the day of the candle light., Is a great place to be the emotions and the energy that goes around there is tremendous. I'm sure it makes youy feel good seeing all those lights lid up. We know how much you loved the lights.

I am doing pretty good, started working at an investment firm doing what I like to do NUMBERS!!! But it helps me get through the days. Started on sept 25 the same day we met back in HS and the day we would have known eachother for 25 years. I felt you helped and that was your sign. Anyway handsome always nice to see that face even if in a picture.
TIL WE MEET AGAIN!!!!!! Browneyes

Anonymous

January 21, 2009

Hiiii Daddy....I Miss you SoOOoOOOoo much. Each and everyday i remember all the fun times we had and how we will reunite when i enter the gates of heaven for example today i was thinking about the time i taught you how to rollerblade on hollywood beach, "BOY was That Hilarious" u Looked lik a robot hehe...But after a while you learned and you looked like a pro =. Your such a fast learner HEHE. Daddy my 17th birthday passed and i wish you was there to help me blow out the candles, i just wish you was there so everyhting could of been just right....Daddy by the way im doing great in school because i want to be somebody and i want to make you guys proud! I have hopes and dreams...And i know for a fact i will accomplish all my goals. But yeah daddy i hope your doing Good up there, Love and miss you soOooooOooo much daddy, Your My hero !!!
OxOxOxOxo ALways And Forever Daddies Little Girl.

Ps. I pray every Night to you, hoping to see you, or hear your voice again.

daddies Little Girl

January 19, 2009

hey handsome!! Just stopping by wondering what you are doing on one of your favorite times of the year. Hopefully you aren't pully any pranks up there LOL!!! We sure miss them down here. As you know your baby girl turned 17. And of course missed not having you there with her. Just know she is doing really good. Her report card was excellent. 90's and above. I'm sure that put's a smile on your face. As for everything else is moving along. We are trying to go on. But let me tell you something other then your friends and family you ain't missing out on this crappy world. But hay got to do what we got to do. Miss you and hope you continue to lend a hand. Trying not to ask for to much of your help, i'm sure you are busy up there. Until we meet again LUV YA!!!!!!!!!!!

Anonymous

October 31, 2008

Hey primo... I'm sorry it took me so long to actually build up the strength to write you here. These past 3 years have not been easy and I don't think I could've made it thru without Syl, Tony, Dez and Yesy... we've all been there for each other and it's definitely helped. There are so many things they've helped me get thru... I could've never gone where you fell without them for the first time last year or even come to this page. Syl was right, she told me one day I would be ready to write you and that day is today. The pain doesn't go away but I've gotten stronger over time...
I went by the fall site again on the 8th with Bink and it's amazing how respectful people have been. There's a spot there in your honor still up since you left us... yeah, and about that, I'm still a little mad. You were superman, you weren't supposed to get hurt!
Ironic how it took so long for a fence to go up where I95 and I595 go side by side to prevent more accidents but at least you and that poor young man made it happen.
I miss you primo, we all do and we will never forget you! We will always keep your memory alive, forever in our hearts.
Keep watching over us from above like you did when you were down here, see you when I get there. I'm warning you, before giving you a big hug, you will get un pecoson! O:-)

Kat
Prima

October 10, 2008

Hello Sir,

Can't believe it's been 3 years. Lots has happen! But you already know that.Life has not been easy.But I make it work.I hope where you are at you are at peace. Missing you alot! The other day I found myself laughing. I thinking of that New Years Eve and we was playing cards. Who ever got a A of spade had to take a shot! Funny how I always got the A of spade! You 3 really got me! Then we decided that we wanted to be with Chino when the New Year came in.We had 3 minutes to race to his place! The Elevators were broken! 20 flights down and We made it with time to serve a round of Barcardi shots! I miss the old days! I miss you!Please guide Anthony on his test today! He wants to be like his daddy! A great role model! Till we meet again! Compi!

Gina Vazquez
Sis-in-law

October 8, 2008

Had to stop by just to say hello today. I don't leave a reflection everytime I stop by because I'm on here so often. Today is the anniversary of the day you made that ultimate sacrafice. The ironic part is that three years later they are finally putting up the fence on I95, in the same area you fell. I continue to smile when thinking of the times we shared. Continue to watch over us. I Love You My Brother. Will see you again one day Kid.

Det. Richard Rivera
FLPD

October 8, 2008

Hey Jose, Whats been going on? I don't know you and we never met, but I remember seeing your mass card on the front of the locker of one of the guys over at the 72nd Pct. I just want to say that you have not been forgotten and I hope that you are at peace watching over us from Heaven. Rest easy partner, you will always be a member of the NYPD, Fidelis ad Mortem

Sergeant Chris DiToro
NYPD

October 8, 2008

To Patrolman Jose Antonio Diaz and and his loved ones:

On this the third anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today. Rest in Peace, Jose. I am praying for solace for your family today and each day of their journey as survivors.

I am sure you are proud of your son following in your footsteps, and I know you will inspire him to be the best officer he can be each time he pins on his badge. I wish your little princess Destiny good luck in her modeling goals. To Sylvia, I can see how your heart aches for your soulmate. I read in one of the reflections that there was never a Spanish song you and Jose could not dance to, and as a dancer myself, that made me smile. In my dance community, there is a lot of spirituality and we associate the word "guidance" with the phrase God, you and I dance.
Jose is still dancing until he has his most beautiful and beloved partner with him once more.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Jose gave to his community and the citizens of New York and Florida, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on October 8, 2005.

Phyllis Loya

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

October 8, 2008

Today is another year since you left us. Your third in heaven. It still hurt's like that first day. Just know we are doing what we have to do. It's hard since you were who pushed us and balanced us. Tony is taking his test today and he wasn't to comfortable with it being today. But he got up and went. Just be there and help him through this. He has been doing good but still misses you so much. Destiny wanted to stay home from school today so I told her it was ok. It's always going to be a tuff day for them. We plan to go to the cemeterytoday just to light up some candles and bring you some flowers. Rob just called me and he always stays in contact. He also misses you. I'm sure if he could he would have come up from NC. We hope you have lots of light today and may you RIP!!!! Miss you and until we meet again. See you!!!!!!!!!!!

Anonymous

October 8, 2008

Hola Jose. It’s been 3 years since you left us, and it feels like it was yesterday its hurt. There’s not a day that past by that we don't thing about you. You are always in our hearts. I want you to know that we miss you so much and it hurts every time i think about you. Tony has his psychology test today and he did not want to go, but we told him that you will be there for him and that he don't have anything to worry about, He will do just find. He knows that thing happen for a reason, and that you will be soooo proud of him. Des is doing great in school. Soon she will turn 17 already 'can you believe that'. Just know that we miss you and wish things never happen the way they did, you are with God know and looking down on us. We are going to the cemetery today to take you some flowers. Take care and please watch over us. Till we met again.

Love Ya!!!!

Yesy!

October 8, 2008

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones on this day. Continue to keep watch over all of them, especially your son who begins a legacy in law enforcement. You are a true hero.

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

October 8, 2008

As I sit here tonight and watch the clock tick away and know that tonight is the three year anniversary, it made me come to the site for a moment of reflection and to read some of the other reflections. I am so proud of Anthony for following in your footsteps and I got chills when I saw that his psych evaluation is today. That is definitely a sign. I think about your family often and its good to read the reflections from your beautiful wife and kids and know that they are doing great.

I have been back to the accident site several times to pass on the experience of your ultimate sacrifice with other officers I used to work with in Kansas City and with people that I care about here. There isn't a time that I don't go over the bridge and don't think about you. I am reminded of our meeting everyday that I look at the tattoo on my left arm in remembrance of you. You have truly been an inspiration in my life and I will never forget the dedication and sacrifice that you shared.
I am honored to be a living memory of that night and to share the story of that evening with anyone who will listen. It still amazes me that I run into people all the time, whether it be a community member or even someone I am arresting that asks me if I knew you. Even the people being arrested have good things to say about you. I arrested a guy the other day for possession of crack and he said that you would have kicked his ass if you knew he was back on it.
I still hope that one day I will be remembered as gratiously as you are.

Not a day goes by that you are not in my thoughts for one reason or another. As this day passes I am thankful to have been a part of your life, even if it was during the last moments, you definitely will always be a part of mine.

You will always be remembered.
Your brother in blue!!

Officer Douglas Silk
Fort Lauderdale Police Dept.

October 7, 2008

Hey Dad, coming by to tell you what I'm doing. I'm doing the process of being a Police Officer just like you. People that know you well know that you were a man of numbers. You believed that numbers all have a significant meaning in life. Well guess when I'm taking my psychological exam??? On October 8th... ill have 2 be strong and know that you'll be there for me every step of the way. It still hurts that you're gone but you will live everyday in me. Ill wear the badge on my heart just as you did which made you a respectful and genuine Police officer. Just like you having that person that gave you a reason to come home every night, I found that person. She went to see you. She's that push and inspiration to tackle all obstacles to achieve my dream career. Not being a Police Officer but be just like my role model. God bless u and know that Ill always LOVE YOU and you will always be my hero.

Soon to be Officer. Jose A. Diaz Jr
Your son

September 28, 2008

Hey Handsome!! so much has happened since the time. The first I want to share with you even though you already know is that Anthony passed in the police test in NY. He went for the physical on the 17th of September. He is excited and is ready to go back to school to get the rest of the credits he needs. He has another appointment on the 22 of September for the physical. The weirdest is the physiological test is on October 8, the day of your 3rd year in heaven. It was weird seeing that date. Hopefully it's that you will be there with him. It was hard the reminder it's still a very difficult time for us and that day will continue to be a very difficult one for all of us. Well it's always nice to see your face. We rather think of you on an assignment. Unfortunately it's one with no end. Next week on the 25th would have been 25 years we knew eachother wow!!!! Just ask you to continue to be here for us. Until we meet again

Anonymous

September 19, 2008

Jose, you, your family, friends and family in blue remain in my thoughts and prayers. I have just started communicating with your wife, rest easy, we will be here for her and your son and daughter.

Ellen Guerdat
Gates Police Victim Assistance Coordinator
President Genesee Valley Concerns of Police Survivors

Ellen Guerdat
Gates Police Victim Assistance/GV COPS

September 15, 2008