Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Henry was one of my rookies. Even in those early days I knew he was special. He truly cared about his job and knew what it meant to serve our community. When I was a lieutenant and he was an officer at Northeast Area Command, he was always there to help out, volunteer, and do whatever it took to make things better. People - civilians, would come to me unsolicited and tell me how special he was. He made such a difference, I can't begin to tell you how much. Henry, God has always blessed you. Thank you for being in our lives. We will look after your family in any way we can; as a Metro family and among those who made it through our tour of duty. GOD Bless you. We will miss you brother. Your brother in the badge,
Mark Medina, P.No. 1999 retired

Capt. Mark Medina, retired
LVMPD

February 7, 2006

To the family of Sergeant Prendes, May the Lord wrap his arms around you in comfort today and in the days to come. Being from Southern California, I did not have the honor to meet Sgt. Prendes. However, I am sure on that day, he will hear "Well done good and faithful servant".
Heavenly Father, I come to You just now to lift up the family and friends of Sergeant Prendes. I ask that You comfort them at this most sorrowful time. Wrap them in Your arms and give them peace. Thank You for this young man who put his life on the line to serve others. May he rest in peace. In Jesus name, AMEN

Sherry Doty, Marine Mom

February 7, 2006

Sergeant Prendes, Although I did not personally know you , I know of you. I have been a citizen of Las Vegas for over 20 years, and have many friends on the department. I just want to express my Gratitude for keeping the City I live in My family Safe . May God Bless You and Your Family .
Frank D Gibson

Frank D Gibson
Las Vegas Citizen

February 7, 2006

Sgt Prendes,
We never met but as someone who works with police officers, I can not help but be touched by your service, moved by your dedication and pained for the loss in the law enforcement community now that you are gone. You and your positive influence on this community will be missed but not forgotten. Thank you...

Sherry Coyle
NLVPD Records

February 7, 2006

I send this message with my sincerest heart felt condolences to the family of Sergeant Henry Prendes. May the Angels of God always be with you and give you the peace you so deserve now and always.

Linda
Resident of Las Vegas

Linda Witkowski
Resident of Las Vegas

February 7, 2006

As a member of the Public Safety Community I morn with my Brothers and Sisters the death of a Fallen Hero.
I visit your city often and feel a part of Las Vegas and my thoughs and prayers are with each and every one of you.

Chief Beau LoveLace

Fire Chief Hendersonville N C Beau LoveL
Hendersonville Fire Department

February 7, 2006

Prendes Family~
13 years ago this month,when I was 13 years old, I met someone special named Ariaen...though Ariaen didn't speak much about his family history,the one thing he did speak much about was his brother-in-law Henry and his 2 cute litle nieces! Brooke and Kylee, I still hear your little voices in the background when I was on the other end of the phone. Now, you're all grown up, beautiful young ladies and I can only imagine the pride in your father's heart that you are his little girls, forever! Ariaen thought so highly of Henry he would tell everyone his last name was Prendes. Though I only heard of Henry from Ariaen, I do know just how deeply this hero has touched the lives of people he wasn't even aware of, mine included. May the good Lord look over your family and keep you safe and live with peace in your hearts. Henry, though dearly missed and remembered forever, is now at peace, rewarded for his honorable duty to this city and his family. God bless you all, may he give you the strengh to see the light at the end of the tunnel...Jennifer (Giammarino) Mann

Jennifer Mann,citizen

February 7, 2006

With all the courage and honor of a hero, you bravely committed yourself to saving others. Here, your Metro family knows the sacrifice you made, and we are sorry to lose you. Thank you, and may you rest in peace.

Vanessa Evid. Vault
LVMPD 6865

February 7, 2006

Sgt. Prendes,

There are no adequate words to express my emotions over your tragic death. I will always remember you great smile and friendliness. May you rest in peace. You are a HERO! You will never be forgotten.

Kelly-Jo Kelly , resigned P#6156
Carlsbad California Police Department

February 7, 2006

To the Prendes Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you on this sad day. May Sgt.Henry Prendes rest in peace with God and may God help you through this trying time with good and precious memories of Sgt. Prendes.

He was truly a hero.

Our deepest sympathies.

William E. Boardman,Jr. & Family (Las Vegas)
Toledo Police Department (Retired)

Patrolman Wm. E. Boardman,Jr. #1749
Toledo Police Department (Retired)

February 7, 2006

As a deputy planning a trip this week to Las Vegas from southern Illinois as a break with my officer husband, we were saddened by the loss suffered by your department, your community, and do indeed share your sorrow. We have been there, and we will always remember our losses and have a special place in our hearts for others who have suffered also. To the family and co-workers(the other family, have faith and strength in each other and remember, The wicked flee when no man pursueth, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. Take care, are thoughts are with you.

Deputy Candice McCurdy
Williamson County Sheriff's Department, Marion, IL

February 7, 2006

A Part of America Died

Somebody killed a policeman today
And a part of America died
A piece of our country he swore to protect
Will be buried with him at his side
The suspect who shot will stand up in court,
With counsel demanding his rights
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids,
and spend long, lonely nights
The beat that he walked was a battlefield too,
Just as if he'd gone to war
Though the flag of out nation won't fly at half mast,
To his name they will add a gold star
Yep, somebody killed a policeman today,
In your town or mine
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line
Now his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
And he stands at each new rookie's side
He answered the call, of himself gave his all
And a part of America died.

Author Unknown

Deputy Robin Whisman
Clark County

February 7, 2006

My prayers go out to you and your family. You were a good officer for LVMPD. We will never forget you and what you have done to protect our safety. God blees you.

Andy Weatherholt Jr.

February 7, 2006

To the Prendes family. My prayers are with you,and I will light a candle for Sgt. Henry Prendes brave soul.God Bless you all.

Catherine L Crawford
Security Officer Venetian

February 7, 2006

My father was a police officer in East Chicago, IN. He retired in 1974. I can still remember how I felt when he would go to work. Fortunately, my worse fears were never realized. I can only imagine what you are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless you and keep you in your time of sorrow.
R.I.P. Sgt. Prendes
Sincerely,
Kathleen Kosinski Patterson
daughter of Officer Walter Kosinski
ECPD Badge 312 Ret.

Kathy
Daughter of ECPD Officer Ret.

February 7, 2006

There is no greater sacrifice than to lay down your life for another. Sgt. Prendes, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Off. M. Emmert #104
Bullhead City PD

Officer Mary Emmert
Bullhead City Police Department

February 7, 2006

Our hearts and prayers goes out to the family of Sgt. Prendes. As we watch the procession, we couldn't stop but feel the loss of someone we hardly even knew, it breaks our heart deeply...God Bless...............

February 7, 2006

You are a true hero and we will always remember your courage and dedication.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Your extended family at LVMPD will never forget you!

Lisa
LVMPD

February 7, 2006

Today Las Vegas is in mourning. I never knew Sgt. Prendes, but I am truly sad for the loss to the family and to our community. I think of all of the little boys and girls when they are young and how they say things like, "When I grow up, I want to be a policeman, or a fireman, or a Doctor," and I realize that even as small children it is almost instinctual that we are our brother's keeper and that we truly do want to help each other to make the world a better place. We truly do start, at even a young age to know the importantce of caring about each other. I believe that Sgt. Prendes had that core belief that we are here to make the world a better place. As children we do not realize how dangerous such a beautiful thought can be. As adults we know the danger. It is ever present in the thoughts and minds of the officers and family members. How sobering to be a Las Vegan today and to realize the heavy price for serving us can become. Today I reflect on the great price that these officers pay every day and my heart goes out to each and every man and woman that wears the badge that truly is a badge of courage. With love and sympathy. P. Garcia

February 7, 2006

I have been a teacher in this community for the last twenty years, and want the family of Sergeant Prendes to know how words cannot express this loss. The dedication Sgt. Prendes contributed in protecting this community, and keeping this a safe community for all who live here will always be appreciated and remembered.
- In sincere sympathy and gratitude,
Mrs. Julie Ann Quist

Julie Ann Quist, Teacher
CCSD

February 7, 2006

I only knew Sgt. Prendes through brief conversations at Central Christian Church, but his dedication to duty, God and country was clear. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to speak with him.
His family are and will continue to be in my prayers. If they need anything they are encouraged to contact me.

REV. DR. WILLIAM C. FRANKELL

February 7, 2006

I am so sorry for the loss of Sergeant Henry Prendes. It was a such a senseless death. He was a wonderful person, and I feel so bad for his family., Life is not fair and we never know why the good always die young, he must of been an extremely special son of GOD. For he needed him now. My deepest sympathy to the family.

Maria ryder
Clark County School District

February 7, 2006

Thank you for making a difference and for placing other's needs before yourself. Thank you for your devoted service in protecting those you never met or even knew. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.

Darlene Castello, U.S.P.O.

February 7, 2006

In memory of all of those fallen officers before you, and for all of those unfortunately yet to come, May you always know we will never forget all that you have done and you will always be called Hero. My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Sgt. Prendes and the entire MPD police department. Rest in peace

Joan Solomovici Dispatcher
North Las Vegas Police

February 7, 2006

I am taking a brief break from tearfully watching the motorcade in your honor make it's way to the church.

Along with millions of citizens all across the country, I salute you and thank you with heartfelt gratidude for your distinguished service to the community of Las Vegas. You have given the last full measure of devotion, and you will always be in our hearts and prayers.

Godspeed my friend. Sleep well in the arms of the Lord.

Roger Waters

February 7, 2006