Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Wow..JJ another birthday has come and gone...This one would have been a "biggy" The big 30..I know the "North End Rattle Posse" would have thrown you a big party...We miss you and love you...We are all blessed in our own way by knowing and loving you...You were the best part of all of us..

Debi Bottoms
Mother-in-Law

February 8, 2008

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JASON. I love and miss you so much. With all of my love, forever.

Aunt Jessie

February 4, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

January 31, 2008

I will always see the little boy who use to play games and chase with us, as children. So much joy, so much happiness, so much love, and empathy in his heart for his fellow man. I will see you one day in heaven my dear cousin. Until then, your family loves you and thinks about you daily.

Melody Thompson
Cousin

January 29, 2008

Hey Jason its me Mario,aka pitbull#1. Its been two years since i have written, i really aint got much to say. I no longer work for the county,im out at the plants making money for my familly that was desperately needed. Since you have been gone alot of stuff has gone on. I wont get into details but the dear Lord will seperate the fake people. I miss hanging around you and all the laughs we had together, I miss you rushing to clear time. I miss going to the golf course at night and collecting golf balls. Two years went by fast brother and It still feels like you brought me Thanksgiving dinner at the Tranquilty bay yesterday. I love you Jason and I miss You! Rest In Peace my Brother!

Mario Botello

January 5, 2008

My sweet J.J. It has been two years since you were taken from us. Holly & I went to FM 2004 @ 5:30 in the morning to feel closer to you. It is strange..when Carl, Holly & I picked the spot to put your white cross on the side of the road, something just told us to put it there. When we went out yesterday morning, it was still dark and the only light out there was shining right down on your cross.

After that Holly & I went to the cemetery. We knew "the boys" had been there. There were fresh red roses left for you.

You have no idea the number of lives you touched...

The night before you died, when I brought you chocolate chip ice cream and pepsi, you gave me a kiss on the cheek and told me you loved me. I always have that to cling to..

I miss your laugh and sence of humor the most.. and the way you always gave Holly "hell" about her housekeeping..

Debi Bottoms
Mother-In-Law

December 6, 2007

TWO YEARS AGO WAS A REALLY SAD DAY FOR EVERYBODY WHEN THEY HEARD THE NEWS. EVER SINCE YOU LEFT US BROTHER THE GUYS HAVE BECOME ALOT CLOSER WE ALL STILL MISS YOU....WELL THIS XMAS IS GONNA BE DIFFERENT FOR ME I NOW HAVE LITTLE BABY GIRL AND ITS GREAT HAVE HER. BUT ONE DAY SHES GONNA ASK ME WHAT A "HERO" IS AND I'M GONNA SHOW HER A PICTURE OF YOU BRO AND TELL HER THATS A HERO SWEETIE....TAKE CARE BRO GOD BLESS

DEPUTY M. VILLARREAL
Brazoria County Sheriff's Dept.

December 5, 2007

Hey Jason, its hard to brace that it has already been 2 years today since that day you were taken from us. I went out to see you tonight and honor you. Words can not describe the "true" friend you were (and still are) to me and I am so thankful we got a chance to know one another. You are the person we all should strive to be. I know you are watching over me down here and will continue to. You are a wonderful person and your legacy will always live on and although your are gone( from this world) you will NEVER be forgotten. Holly, Debbie, and Jason's family stay strong for Jason is always with us and we all will see him again one day. My prayers are always with you, GOD bless.

JD Green

December 5, 2007

hey babyboy,its been two long hard years and without you here its even been harder.I think of you everyday and wonder why it had to be you that god took from us all.I know you are doing well,much better than us and i cant wait till I join you.I talked to your brother tim the other day and he was riding in the parking lot while emily was grocery shopping,that sounds just like him dont it.He told me they were getting ready to some land so they can build a new house next year.Im so proud of your brother tim as i was so proud of you.Both of you boys make me real proud.I love and miss you so much.Remember the time you tried to burn down the trailer park.I couldnt punish you because of what happened or the way it happened but underneath i had to laugh,but you never knew that did you.Well my little buddy its time to say goodbuy for now but i will be in touch real soon.Love and miss you forever.dad

Herman Allen Oliff JR.
Father

December 5, 2007

We little knew that morning
That God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
In death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
You did not go alone,
For part of us went with you,
The day God called you home.
You left us peaceful memories,
Your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you,
You are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken,
And nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one,
The chain will link again.


My Darling Jason,

I know you are God's angel now. I have an angel also. His name is Gabriel. He has always been there for me. The first time I saw him, I was sitting in my living room all depressed and alone. God sent Gabriel to comfort me. So now, I know I have at least two angels watching over me
and I am sure there are more.

The tears aren't as frequent now, but they still flow. I miss you and love you so much. You are still my little boy and that will never ever change. Aunt Jessie

Mary Jessie Staples
Aunt Jessie

December 5, 2007

On this 2 year anniversary we are thinking about your family family and friends. Please watch over those in your family having a rough time on this day, especially your siblings. I know the feeling and it is not easy, please comfort them. You left this earth, but are here in spirit and memories. Thank you for serving and you are a True Hero and will not be forgotten.

Craig Figgins
Brother - SGT Dan Figgins St Charles, IL EOW 4/9/05

December 5, 2007

Deputy Oliff,
Today is the second anniversary of your EOW. Citizens everywhere are grateful to you for your dedication and committment. You will always be remembered.

a Pennsylvania citizen

December 5, 2007

Hey Jason,
I can't believe that it has already been 2 yrs! Now, just like that horrible day, I'm at work and right now all of the guys are at the cemetary honoring you. It stinks the reason that they are all meeting up this morning but at the same time it seems like you have brought them so close together. I think of you often, and when I do, I can hear that laugh of yours that could brighten any room. I also think of all of those crazy dispositions that you used to give, I hope you know how much that entertained us in dispatch. I miss you but I see you everyday because I have your button hanging on the sunvisor in my car, and the 3-dogs picture is still up in dispatch! Keep watching over us especially the guys! You are missed dearly but will NEVER be forgotten!!!
We Love You

DISPATCH
BRAZORIA COUNTY

December 5, 2007

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

December 4, 2007

My thoughs are with all of your loved ones and close friends on thsi 2nd anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over all of them and those still out on patrol. You are a true hero and heroes never die. You will never be forgotten.

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

December 4, 2007

Another Thankgiving with out you. I remember Thanksgiving 05, you sat on Granny Marge's couch, put your arm around me and wispered in my ear what you had bought Holly for Christmas. I remember you had on your red plaid shirt and were so excited over what you had bought her. Little did any of us know, that in one short week you would be gone..taken from us so senselessly.

Carl & I miss you everyday. He still can't talk about it. You were the son he never had...

If I wasn't sure you were in a wonderful glorious place, it would be too hard to bare.

We all love you and the world was a much better place with you in it..

Debi Bottoms
Mother-In-Law

November 26, 2007

I miss you, Jason and I love you so very, very, much. Aunt Jessie

September 5, 2007

HEY PARTNER....EVERYDAY I WEAR A BRACLET IN MEMORY OF YOU. WE STILL LAUGH ABOUT THINGS WE DID WHILE ON PATROL. I STILL CRACK UP WHEN I TALK ABOUT THE GUY WE PULLED OVER WITH THE TWO CHICKENS....HAHAHA. I CHECK IN ON YOUR WIFE FROM TIME TO TIME FOR YOU. SEE YA WHEN I SEE YA...GOD BLESS

DEPUTY M. VILLARREAL
Brazoria County Sheriff's Dept.

July 12, 2007

Hey Bro,
its your brother Timmy. I am in elpaso right now, I have been here for about 3 months now. I am supposed to be transferring back to houston real soon but i am not counting on it. I talked to Holly the other day for about an hour. She is really doing well, she is still trying to pick up the pieces of her life that was changed on 12-05-05 as is the rest of us. You never know how dear someone is to you untill they are gone but i know one day i will see you again. I know that with out a doubt. Emily and I are going to start trying to have kids when ever i get home. I wish that you could have come to elpaso with me, I am really having a good time. We went to New Mexico one weekend then on up to Pinetop Arizona then came back to Tuscon and headed back to Elpaso. I got promoted to Forman Its a lot more responsibility. Moma and everyone is doing very good we always talk about you. I know that if you were here today ( July 4th ) we would be barbecuing and drinking bud light and acting like teenagers knowing those younger days are over. well i feel like i am just rambling on so i am going to close with this. There are 2 people that i love more than anything in this world, one of them is my wife Emily, and you are the other one. Even though you are not here in the body I feel you in my heart and on those few acasions when i am surrounded by complete silence i can hear you in my heart. I will keep that promise we made to each other the night before you died. I still havent told anyone.............I love you brother.
see you in heaven. Timothy Allen Oliff

Timothy Allen Oliff
Brother,Best-friend

July 4, 2007

Last night I attended the graduation of the Alvin Community College Police Academy, where just four years ago you and I both graduated. I was in the day class when you were in the night class. I listened to your wife speak and have to say she is one strong woman. She talked about who you were and what you stood for, which anyone who knew you can attest to. It is a great thing that your name is living on and that other's are being helped financially through the academy by the fund set up in your name. With that, if your wife reads this and needs help with anything over in Galveston County she can call me at the Santa Fe Police Department and she will get whatever she needs.

Detective Robert Powers
Santa Fe Police Department

May 23, 2007

goodmorning my son,sorry its been so long since i wrote to you.hope you are doing well.we are doing ok,i talked to your granny in delaware on monday.she said they are doing fine,your grandfather had surgery for his heart but he is doing ok too.we got the dates wrong on your memorial so we are going to go this weekend.we are moving in willies trailer on the first of june,ill be so glad to get in there.nancy had t-shirts made up with your picture on the front and in memory on the back.she did alot of them herself.she is a good woman and i love her so much.i bought me a 92 dodge dakota,its in good shape,new paint,head tires cd player and brakes and its so easy on gas.thats what we need these days.i talked to your brother the other day and he is working in el paso i think.he said he has to work their till feb.him and emily want to buy a new home.ive been cutting your aunt jessies and aunt bettys grass and it sure helps out,the extra money and everything.i heard your moms house burnt down and im so sorry,i just wish i could help.jojo will be getting his drivers license pretty soon and that scares me.he has a lot to learn.well bubba i got to go so i will write to you soon. love and miss you dad

herman allen oliff jr.
father

May 17, 2007

I went to the Capital today to honor you and your family. May God keep you close as I pray for those you had to leave behind.

Terry Donovan,spouse of Amy Lynn Donovan EOW 31 October 2004

May 7, 2007

I went to the Capital today to honor you and your family. May God keep you close as I pray for those you had to leave behind.

Terry Donovan,spouse of Amy Lynn Donovan EOW 31 October 2004

May 7, 2007

Hey Jason, Been thinking about you a lot. The guys are doing fine for the most part. Work is going good. Putting bad guys in jail. I just wanted you to know I have been thinking about you a lot,remembering the last time we talked. Also the promise I made you, I kept it.

Captain Foreman
BCSO

April 30, 2007

Hey Jason, just wanted to let you know that Easter is upon us and I have been thinking of you. I know you continue to watch over me and the gang, I could not do it without you. I am so glad I got that tatoo the night you were taken from us, it reminds me everyday of the friendship you gave to all of us. I will see you again when it is my turn becuase I know my name is written in the book of GOD. You are such a remarkable person and I will always remember you my friend. Take care.

JD Green

April 1, 2007