Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sorry for your loss Lt. Knapp, may God bless you through this difficult time, my condolences.

Ret. PO T. Russell
City of Miami PD

January 9, 2006

God bless you and your Family through this hard time. God Has taken another Fine Police Officer to Patrol the Heavens.

God Bless.

Police Officer William Lang
Columbus Police Department

January 9, 2006

I'm a friend of Officer Courtney Dickerson's E.O.W. 11/11/05...I'm so sorry about your loss may God be w/ you & yours in this time of need. James say hello to Courtney for me! RIP

friend of an angel in blue

January 8, 2006

My heart and prayers are with Jim and his family. I had the honor of working with Jim for almost 4 years and he will always remain in my heart.

Jim, may you now rest in peace, you will never be forgotten. Thank you of our time we worked together.

Steven Ploharski

January 8, 2006

May the Lord watch over you and your family. May he comfort your family, friends, CCSPD and brothers and sisters in all depts.

God Bless.

Ofc Jennifer Wasco #302
Roselle PD

January 8, 2006

May God's love embrace you and your family during this difficult time. Officer Knapp will always be remembered and honored and he will always be with you in your heart!


Shawn Lee
wife of Officer Eric Lee (EOW 8-19-01 )

January 8, 2006

THINK YOU OFFICER KNAPP.GOD BLESS YOU ALL

OFFICER
LAKE COUNTY SHERIFF JAIL

January 8, 2006

We gather to remember,
the sacrifices our loved ones have made.
We will never forget those loved ones,
and the terrible price they have paid.
Their courage, dedication and professionalism
will forever be alive in our hearts.
May God, in His infinite power,
help to mend those broken parts.
There is no greater pain,
then the loss of those we love,
But we pray you will find inner strength,
with guidance from the Lord above.
It's a very tough journey you are faced with,
but together we can all make it through.
So, we gather today to remember, and share
the love for "Our Heroes in Blue.
"We know they are watching us now,
and so proud that you're all here.
They would like to see smiles not sadness;
see hope in your eyes not fear.
They are at peace with the Lord up in heaven,
and they would like us to be at peace too.
They know in their hearts how we miss them,
and they want you to know they miss you.
May you all find some solace in knowing,
that in God's eyes, they did not die in vain.
They gave their lives doing a job they believe in,
and it hurts them to see you in pain.
So as we pray for those loved ones we lost,
They would like us to pray too;
For the brave men and women still out there,
their Brothers and Sisters in Blue.

Ret. Officer William Hackley
Baltimore Police

January 8, 2006

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

P/O
CPD 011TH DISTRICT

January 8, 2006

Officer Knapp may you rest in peace. God bless your family and friends. Please watch over us from above.

TRP GARY SANDERS
OKLAHOMA HIGHWAY PATROL

January 7, 2006

Lieutenent Knapp,
My most sincere condolences to you and your family. My very dear friend and co-worker lost her husband (Deputy Ethan Collins) on the same day. I have watched her and her family grieve and it is painful to see that. However, as a civilian, one thing I have learned through all this is that Law Enforcment personel are truly a family. It must be a trait inherent in all heros. To your husband...thank you for your commitment to serve and protect. Say hi to Ethan for us. You are in good company up there.

Paula Pettis

January 7, 2006

Thank you for your service & dedication, Officer Knapp.
May the Lord comfort your family & friends at this difficult time.

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God."
Matthew 5:9

Wife of a Deputy
SBSD Morongo Station, CA

January 7, 2006

Officer Knapp, thank you for your years of service and for making our world a little safer. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
To the Knapp Family, I will pray that GOD holds you dear to his heart and helps you through this terrible time.
We will never forget James' sacrifice.

"IF I KNEW"

If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly
and pray the Lord, your soul to keep.

If I knew it would be the last time
that I see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss
and call you back for one more.

If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each action and word,
so I could play them back day after day.

If I knew it would be the last time,
I could spare an extra minute
to stop and say "I love you,"
instead of assuming you would KNOW I do.

If I knew it would be the last time
I would be there to share your day,
Well I'm sure you'll have so many more,
so I can let just this one slip away.

For surely there's always tomorrow
to make up for an oversight,
and we always get a second chance
to make everything just right.

There will always be another day
to say "I love you,"
And certainly there's another chance
to say our "Anything I can do?"

But just in case I might be wrong,
and today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you
and I hope we never forget.

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
you get to hold your loved one tight.

So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
you'll surely regret the day,

That you didn't take that extra time
for a smile, a hug, or a kiss
and you were too busy to grant someone,
what turned out to be their one last wish.

So hold your loved ones close today,
and whisper in their ear,
Tell them how much you love them
and that you'll always hold them dear

Take time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "Thank you," or "It's okay."
And if tomorrow never comes,
you'll have no regrets about today.

God Bless the Men and Women who make our world safer.

Jessica Lazarus Daughter of a L.E.O.
Cook County Sheriff's 6th Dist.

January 7, 2006

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

January 7, 2006

Lt Knapp,

My prayers are with you and your family. my god bless you all. I was at the services for your husband today and I couldnt help but let a tear out when watching your son walk past, holding your husbands hat, while we were saluting. The look on his face was undescribable. I will be ptaying for you and your family during this hard time. If you ever need anything...please contact me. James is with all the past heroes now.....he will look down on all of us...protecting us while we do out duty.

Officer Zachary Pugh
Willow Springs PD Illinois

January 7, 2006

Our heart goes out to your family, friends, and community. Thank you for your ultimate sarcifice Officer Knapp. You are a hero to all.

Amy Lang, wife of CPD ofc. William Lang
OHIO-- Columbus Police

January 7, 2006

As the anniversary of my late fiancé's EOW passes it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to start off the new year without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Officer Knapp, especially to his wife. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. If you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me.

From reading all the reflections left for James, he sounds like he was a great man and a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember James' life and the MAN that he was. His life was about so much more than the way he died. Remember that "Wherever a beautiful soul has been ... there is a trail of beautiful memories." James will live on in those memories.

Officer Knapp, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been three years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"
http://inlovingmemoryof.us/DennisMcElderry

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

January 7, 2006

Deputy Knapp
Then men and women of our police department want to thank you for your service. Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family, friends, and co-workers.

Hinsdale Police Department

January 6, 2006

In Valor there is Hope. Rest in Peace, Brother.

P.O. Chris Welby
Bridgeton, Mo.

January 6, 2006

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. It is so incredibly difficult to loose a spouse but especially when the two of you work together. I lost my husband, Sgt. Jonathan Dragus, OCPD, on October 20, 2005 and I am also a police officer for the Oklahoma City Police Department. He and I actually worked out of the same division and same shift. It is so difficult for me that I haven't even returned to work yet, and I don't know when I will be ready mentally to be able to go back.

He and I have a baby who is now almost 8 months old and I still can't imagine how I am going to raise him by myself.

I am so sorry that you are having to go through this. This is truly my worst nightmare as I'm sure it is for you as well. Look to God. He will give you strength to get through each and every day. He is the only reason I have made it this far and I continue to ask him to help me though each day.

I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May God comfort you during this incredibly difficult time and always.

Officer Kelly Dragus
Oklahoma City Police Department
Wife of Sgt. Jonathan Dragus, Oklahoma City Police Department E.O.W. 10/20/05

Officer Kelly Dragus
Oklahoma City Police Department

January 6, 2006

My deepest sympathy to the Knapp family on their loss. Jim will never be forgotten by the law enforcement community. His family and friends and his Family Blue will forever keep his name alive. I ask that he keep watch over his family and protect them and wrap his wings around all of them to help them with their grief.

Robert Gordon, father of fallen Officer Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Robert Gordon, Asst. Chief, Retired
Riverside PD, Riverside, IL`

January 6, 2006

“REMEMBER ME”
Law enforcement officers are, indeed, a special breed of people. Ask anyone on the street and they will tell you that they would not have our jobs for anything in the world. It takes something special to do what we do and at the same time be able to even contemplate retirement. We try to be optimists. Unfortunately, there are a few of us who will never make that date with retirement. By the very nature of our job, we are at risk everyday of losing our lives, either at the hand of some deranged individual or in some other situation that we, by virtue of our occupation, may be unable to avoid. Some people have recognized the hazardous duties we involve ourselves in, the risks we take, and the pride we take in accomplishing that job. There is National Law Enforcement Week, dedicated to us who gladly accept the responsibility of protecting the citizens in our respective jurisdictions. National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Day is dedicated to those who gave their lives in the line of duty. These are but two examples of remembrances specifically for law enforcement personnel. Remembrances that come but once a year. We should remind fellow officers of another type of remembrance, one that will last a lifetime. Sooner or later, a doctor will pronounce us dead. It is inevitable. Regardless of whatever happens, death is the end we will all have to face.
“IT IS IN DEATH THAT WE CAN LIVE FOREVER”
Author Unknown

Jim Moore
New Orleans P.D., Retired

January 6, 2006

The men and women of the Niles Police Dept. wish to extend our deepest sympathies to the famlily, friends and other members of the Cook County Sheriff's Police. Your committment and service to the Law Enforcement will not be forgotten.

Chief Dean Strzelecki
Niles, Illinois Police Dept

January 6, 2006

We extend our deepest sympathy and heartfelt sorrow to the family and friends of Officer Knapp.Rest easy brother,we'll take it from here.YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN.

PO S.Harris #381
Cicero PD,Gang Crimes Unit

January 6, 2006

Policeman's Prayer to St. Michael
St. Michael, Heaven's glorious Commissioner of Police, who once so neatly and successfully cleared God's premises of all its undesirables, look with kindly and professional eye on your earthly force.

Give us cool heads, stout hearts, hard punches, an uncanny flair for investigation and wise judgement.

Make us the terror of burglars, the friend of children and law-abiding citizens, kind to strangers, polite to bores, strict with law breakers and impervious to temptations.

You know, St. Michael, from your own experiences with the devil that the policeman's lot on earth is not always a happy one; but your sense of duty that so pleased God, your hard knocks that so suprised the devil, and your angelic self-control give us your inspiration.

And when we lay down our night sticks, enroll us in your Heavenly Force, where we will be as proud to guard the throne of God, as we have been the city of men. Amen.

Sgt. John Huinker
Niles P.D.

January 6, 2006