Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thank you Officer Nava for protecting the citizens of Forth Worth Texas. I pray that God will be close to your family an comfort them in the days to come. I also hope that all involved will be held responsible for their actions in your death. Rest in peace.

Citizen Grace
St. Louis County

December 6, 2005

You will not be forgotten.

In Valor there is Hope...
-Tacitus

Officer R Amore
Wayne PD, MI

December 6, 2005

ON BEHALF OF THE LOS ANGELES SHERIFFS DEPT OUR I WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE MEN AND WOMEN OF THE FT WORTH POLICE DEPT AND THE FAMILY OF OFFICER NAVA. HE IS A HERO THAT WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

DEPUTY MICHAEL HERRERA
LOS ANGELES COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPT

December 6, 2005

Dear Officer Nava:
I smile knowing you are looking down to see how many lives you touched in your brief time on earth. I want you to know we (your police family) will take care of Teresa, Kayleigh, and Justin. They have paid the ultimate price and it will not be forgotten. This has reminded all of us that life is precious and fragile. I will never forget how you have been honored. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you for everything. I know your new wings fit well. Watch over all of us. Thank you Heavenly Father for Hank, I see why you wanted him back.

Wife of Fort Worth Officer

December 6, 2005

Rest in peace. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

And to my fellow brothers and sisters in blue...be safe.

Ofc. Grant Cottingham
Frisco Police Department

December 6, 2005

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Nava family and Fort Worth P.D. Hank is a hero and he will not be forgotten.

"Greater man hath no love than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends" John 15:13.

Detective Tony Roten
North Richland Hills Police Department

December 6, 2005

My mother called me a couple nights ago and asked me if I remembered a kid named Henry Nava from Round Rock Middle School. It sounded a little familiar, but really, I didn't think about it. It's only been 25 years since I moved away. Last night I was watching the news and it talked about a funeral for a Fort Worth Police Officer named "Hank" Nava. Now that name, I remember. I can't believe it. I'm starting my 17th year in law enforcement and I still love the work. I imagine that you were alot like me. Not too many of us "old" timers still working hot calls.

I wish we hadn't lost touch. I will remember you always and carry your family in my prayers. My wife and my three sons will pray for you and your family. The sacrifice you gave can never be repaid. I wish all your shift mates strength and I know they will smile when they tell stories at the end of the shift.

We lost a close friend here last year, Officer Trey Hutchison from Bossier City PD. It took a while to feel comfortable talking about him, but now, not a week goes by when we don't have a funny story to tell and we laugh.. then look to the ceiling and remember for a minute. And we can't believe he's not there laughing with us.

Watch over us well, old friend. We will lean on you from time to time.

Officer Dan Lair
Lufkin PD

December 6, 2005

My heart cracked wide open watching Officer Nava's little son touching his Daddy's casket.
Officer Nava's family today showed the type of courage a Marine would be proud to match.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family and the men and women of FWPD.

KJ

December 6, 2005

Hank,

Today I have felt both profound sadness and the deepest pride.. To have known you was a gift and to lose you is a bitter reminder of all that you and your fellow officers face daily..

Never will I forget all that you have sacrificed to our people and our city..

Oleta Clouse
Wife of Officer Brian Clouse

December 6, 2005

Officer Nava, my prayers are with your family. You will not be forgotten. Sometimes I question whether or not I want to be a police officer after reading about the innocent lives lost and then I remember officers like yourself who have made the ultimate sacrifice and It makes me want to be a police officer even more. I want to do it for guys like you. "For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" Jeremiah 29:11 This passage rings true every day of my life. God has a plan for all of us and when we finish his will, he brings us home.

Criminal Justice Student
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

December 6, 2005

Another hero and brother in Law Enforcement has made the ultimate sacrifice for his country and the people he served.
My thoughts are with Officer Henry Nava Jr's family, friends and colleagues. His memory shall live on.

PC Dave STUBBS
Staffordshire Police, England

December 5, 2005

God Bless your family. You will be missed greatly. You have paid the ultimate price for serving the people of Ft Worth. Ft Worth has truley lost one of the Finest.

Deputy James McDonald
Tarrant County S.O.

December 5, 2005

A TRUE HERO........

December 5, 2005

Rest in Peace our brother in blue. You will be greatly missed. May God bless you and watch over your family. My thoughts and continued prayers are with the Nava Family.

Officer ME Sisolak 3457
FWPD

December 5, 2005

Hank, you will never be forgotten, you are a great man and your memory will never fade. I know you and my dad are watching us and are with me in my passenger seat while im on patrol.
Godspeed, Bryan Laurie son of fallen Officer Nathan Laurie EOW 7-29-04

Officer Bryan Laurie
Haltom City P.D

December 5, 2005

Brother, rest in peace. God Bless you, your family and your loved ones. You have paid the ultimate sacrafice. You loved your profession and were an honest, dedicated, and caring officer. You touched many lives throughout your career and life. Your colleages mourn your loss as does your community. Your legend will carry on for many years to come. Your memory will live forever. You can rest now and we'll take over your watch.

Deputy Carlos "Chuck" Molinar
El Paso County Sheriff's Office, Texas

December 5, 2005

To Hank, and your ever-smiling face.

It was an honor to be posted outside your door in the last days and the last moments of your life on this earth. Through my mind ran prayers and reflections of a man, each reflection with your smiling face and words expressing your love for your family. Though I didn't know you well, I will always remember your countenance, laughter, zeal for life and your love for your work and family. I find peace in knowing that God takes that which was meant for evil and uses it for good. I see God working in everyone around us, using your life, and your death to remind us of the many blessings we tend to overlook every day. Though you are gone from our presence, I believe you are in the mighty presence of our Lord Jesus Christ and that we will meet again. Until then, may God grant peace to your family, friends, to all who have known you and to those who never knew your smile, but grieve the loss of a dedicated father, son, husband, friend, officer and protector.

Psam 23:4-6

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil; For You are with me;
Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies;
You anoint my head with oil;
My cup runs over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
All the days of my life;
And I will dwell in the house of the Lord
Forever.

Amen

Officer NJ (Russell)Maudsley 2641
Fort Worth Police Department

December 5, 2005

Courage is the thing. All goes if courage goes.

Be at peace Brother.

Heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Nava.

Ofc. Scott Bachman
Baltimore County (MD) PD

December 5, 2005

I was so sorry to hear about this. It just makes me sick. Bless his heart. He looked like such a nice healthy handsome fun guy. I pray that the children be okay.

DEBI MONTOYA
SISTER OF DPD SGT & FRIEND OF RUSS MARTIN

December 5, 2005

Although I never knew Henry, his sacrifice will always be remembered. My prayer is his family and friends find peace in the fact that Henry is now in gods embrace. "Hank, please watch over us all. May you always stay 10-8 and be 10-2".

Officer Douglas H. Teuteberg
Watertown P.D., Watertown, WI.

December 5, 2005

There are no words that can ease the pain of losing a husband, father, son, and a brother from a Police family. I have said many prayers asking the Lord to watch over Officer Nava and his family and help them through this difficult time. I will say many more so that He will watch over all police officers as they risk their lives daily to protect all of us.

God bless you, Officer Nava, for the sacrifice that you have made to make the world a better place.

Shawna Quillin, Communications Specialis
City of Plano, Public Safety Comm

December 5, 2005

Thought and prayers are with Officer Nava, Jr. family. Also condolences go to the Forth Worth Police Department on the loss of a family member.

Detective Patrick J. Donohue
NYPD

December 5, 2005

Dear Nava Family,
I have shed many tears for you.I can only imagine the pain you are going through. Henry is truly a Hero. My prayers are with your family.
Amy O'Heren
Burleson Police Wives Association

Burleson Police Wives Association

December 5, 2005

To the family and friend, I am sorry, for I know the pain and loss you are feeling. Sgt Neal EOW 11-23-05 was our best friend. We spent every week and weekend together. I am very sorry for your loss and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sgt Autumn Cox
limestone County Sheriff's Office

December 5, 2005

I am Sorry.

Dy Marko Martin
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office, Louisiana

December 5, 2005