Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

J-Rod…
On this day last year, you were still with us…still making us all laugh with your unique sense of humor and melting everyone’s heart with your infectious smile. Who would have known that tomorrow would be the day that you would look the devil himself straight in the eye to say “you’re coming with me” and in an instant you filled your destiny as Our HERO forever. This last year has been so hard for all of us, it all seems so surreal to me, even today. But, there is COMFORT in the support of so many people whose lives you touched. There is PEACE in knowing that you are still with us, watching over us and continuing to make us laugh when we need it most. There is JOY in the many cherished memories of all the great times we shared with you. There is HOPE in healing and renewing our strength. And even though we may not understand why you were taken from us so quickly, there is FAITH in knowing that we will all meet again one day. Until then, know that you are loved greatly, missed deeply, and remembered ever so proudly. Heroes never die; they live in our hearts forever!!!
Thinking of you Always, Missing you…
Love, Meridith

Meridith Jensen
Wife of CSPD Sgt. Jeff Jensen

February 21, 2007

Family and Friends of Detective Jensen,
As you mark the first anniversary of this tragic event, know that there are people across this great country who are thinking of you and praying with you, as well as for you. May we all strive to be as honorable and brave as your coworker, friend, husband, brother and son. Your memory will always live on Detective Jensen.

California Dispatcher and wife of LEO

February 21, 2007

Jared,

I can't believe it has been a year already. Time sure has flown by, but there hasn't been a single day I haven't thought of you. Life has changed so much for so many people in the past year. I thought I would leave a message today, just in case I can't leave one tomorrow. I have a good excuse though! Natalie and I are meeting in Chicago to spend the next few days together seeing shows, eating great food, and enjoying a city you both loved. I can't wait to see her, and it should be a happier visit this year. I'm sure we will have our sad moments, but overall, we're planning to relax and have a ton of fun!!!! No doubt we'll be thinking about you the whole time and doing our best to have a great time like you would want. It's been a rough year without you down here, but I know I feel a little safer knowing you're protecting us from a much bigger place now. I sure wish this had never happened, but I'm doing the best I can to stay strong and help Natalie get through this (though she's plenty tough on her own!). Please continue to send us strength and peace from above. You will never be forgotten!

You are truly and deeply missed -

Karla Kruse
Friend

Karla Kruse

February 21, 2007

My Dear Jared,

One year ago today we had the most wonderful phone conversation. Wasn't it great!! You had called me about the plans you had made for us in July. You purchased tickets for Natalie, you and I to attend two days of NASCAR racing at the Chicago Speedway. Then you and I were going to see the Cubs play and then you and I were going to play golf. Man, I was so thrilled ... to have that many days with you, doing the things you and I loved ... being together .. was absolutely wonderful. We talked for 45 minutes and we were both so excited in anticipation of great times ... two men ... a father and his son who loved each other immensly.

And then, slightly more than 24 hours later, you were taken from this earth.

Honey, the pain is unbearable. I look to God for strength. You are in His very presence and you have peace. At that time of His choosing I will be with you ... then I will know happiness, peace and joy when I wrap my arms around you again. Then I will NEVER let you out of my sight. We will be together for eternity.

Love you Jared,
Love you son,

Dad

Thomas Jensen
I am Jared's Father

February 21, 2007

J-rod,
this week is such a hard week, but I just wanted to let you and your family know that we are thinking about you, you were not only a wonderful husband, uncle, brother, cousin,friend, but a wonderful cop. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. You will always be a hero in my heart:)we miss you
Rebecca

February 20, 2007

J-Rod,

I can remember it like yesterday when I learned of the news. It was a range day. I got a call from an old Durham PD friend who asked me if I knew you. I cant believe its been a year and what a year it has been. Natalie is absolutely amazing and one tough cookie (of course you already know that). She gives us strength to continue on this journey. Many times I wonder if this job is even worth it anymore. I have lost to many good friends for such senseless reasons. I know you wouldn't want the bad guys to win. I miss you. You will never be forgotten my friend. You and Jordan keep us all safe. Until we meet again.

P.S.
Can you do something about J-Rod he's almost a year old and he still keeps chasing his tail!

Nadine

Nadine

February 19, 2007

Detective Jensen,
Your first anniversary is almost upon us now. I remember last February like it was yesterday. It is tough to imagine how your family, friends, community and department are feeling.
I never knew you personally, but through your reflections, I know that our city was protected by your bravery and committment. Few people have your courage to put themselves on the line every day while on the job.
A simple thank you could never express my gratitude to you. A simple thank you to your wife and family for supporting you in a career where every day is unpredictable will never be enough.
I will always remember your story, how it touched me so profoundly and how it raised my awareness about your profession. I will always remember you.

K. Wanninger
former Springs resident

February 19, 2007

Jared and family-

My children and I visit your site regularly now. It seems when we have had a rough day, the only thing that sheds light to our chaos is reading the hundreds who share such a powerful bond. The children believe that Jared is protecting "Old Gramma" and "Old Grampa" now. Jonika and John were over to dinner the other night...your niece and nephew are so silly...and getting so big. Our prayers and thoughts remain with you and Natalie - as well as your family. Thank you for being such a "tool" in the building of my children's future and well-being.

Colleen Dwyer
sister/daughter/niece of CSPD and EPSO

February 16, 2007

Much, much love and many prayers coming to you from Ohio.
Thinking of you so very often,
Lisa

L. Thatcher
Friend from Ohio

February 16, 2007

Happy Valentines Day!

Tim and I both have been thinking about you a lot. We wanted you to know we thought of you on your birthday and we will always keep you close to our heart.

We are looking after Nat as well as we can. Shes a tough and very strong lady. Shes such a pleasure to have in our lives.

Forever!

Jen Campbell
CSPD/Friend

February 14, 2007

Happy Valentines Day Mrs. Jensen....

February 14, 2007

I first heard of Jared through Ken's phone calls nearly a year ago. I never knew him, but Ken called me several times just to talk about him. I remember the anger but moreso the pain and frustration in his voice at losing a fellow officer.

I often come to this site looking for comfort and hoping that through your reflections I would see that this gets easier with time. It's unfortunate that we have this in common. But today, I want Natalie and his entire family to know that you are in my thoughts especially through this particularly difficult month. I hope you find some comfort in knowing that so many people care about him and that we are thinking of you.

Sue
Ken Jordan's sister

February 12, 2007

Know that your sacrifice has not been forgotten. The word Hero seems as though it's not enough to describe what you are and will forever be. Never Forgotten, Forever Missed.

CO-WORKER CSPD

February 9, 2007

Happy birthday Jared. We're coming up on a year now. We think of you a lot. Can you believe the Bears lost? Oscar loves his football and cellphones, wish you could meet him.

Love Jeff

jeff
stepbrother

February 8, 2007

Honey,

Today I heard a song on the radio that reminded me that you are in God's presence and how beautiful that is. I need to remind myself of that each and every day as I miss you so terribly much.

I am so very proud of you Jared. It still overwhelms me the great sacrifice you made. It literally takes my breath away. "A greater love hath no man who lays down his life for a friend." My son - a Hero.

Bask in our love honey because it is ALWAYS with you.

Love,
Mom

Debby Hudson
Jared's Mom

February 8, 2007

Thank you Jared for keeping John safe while he was in surgery this afternoon. I was so nervous about him and what the results were going to be.....but then John's doctor came in and talked to us, and when he turned to walk away....he looked just like you. I knew then, that you were with John....keeping him calm and safe. He is resting now, and so far recovering nicely.

I miss you.

Lots of Love,
Jonika

Jonika Winkler
Sister of Det. Jared Jensen EOW 2/22/06

February 7, 2007

Happy Birthday. We miss you.

February 6, 2007

Happy Birthday Jared!

Rachel

February 5, 2007

I read this the other day and it made me think of you and your family...
We can shed tears that he is gone,
Or we can smile because he lived.
We can close our eyes and pray that he will come back,
Or we can open our eyes and see all that he has left.
Our hearts can be empty because we can't see him,
Or we can be full of the love that we shared.
We can turn our backs on tomorrow and live yesterday,
Or we can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.
We can remember him and only that he is gone,
Or we can cherish his memory and let it live on.
We can cry and close our mind, be empty and turn our backs,
Or we can do what he would want; smile, open our eyes, love and go on. (Author Unknown)

Detective Jensen, I still am at a loss for words...I do not understand why the life and tragic death of a man I have never met has touched me so deeply. I saw your family downtown one day, not long after you were taken. Your brother, sister in law, and father were walking down the street. I knew who they were from your memorial service. They walked silently, and it broke my heart to know that they were probably thinking of you as they walked. It is so very obvious by the reflections left here for you that you truly were an amazing person. I promised to come here each month to leave a reflection. I have and I will continue...I believe that it is important that your wife, parents, brother, sister, nephews, nieces, colleagues and anyone else who knew and loved you know that you did not die in vain. That you touched people, even people you have never met. I pray for you and yours, that you all find peace and comfort, especially in the memories they hold of you. God Bless you all, and Happy Birthday Detective Jensen.

A Proud CS citizen

February 5, 2007

Happy Birthday Jared,
I think of you and your family everyday. Please know that you are a hero; one that will never be forgotten.
A Colorado Springs Citizen

February 5, 2007

Happy Birthday Baby - I miss you here, but I know that you are on the journey with all of us. We don't always understand it all, but there is definitive strength, courage and hope because of you. My soul mate, my best friend - I love you

Natalie

February 5, 2007

Happy Birthday J-Rod...
U-2 came on the radio again this morning, it hurt my heart. It's just not the same around here without you, it never will be. WE MISS YOU SO MUCH!!!
Thinking of you Always...
Love, Mer

Meridith Jensen
Wife of CSPD Sgt. Jeff Jensen

February 5, 2007

Jared,

Its been a while since I have written but Im sure you know you and your family are in all of our hearts. I know that today is your birthday and as painful as the memories will be for them today, I choose to remember birthdays as a celebration of life, not what has been lost. I hope everyone takes the time to celebrate the time you were here and the impact you made.

Happy Birthday Jared

February 5, 2007

My precious, precious son,

Thirty one years ago today you entered this world. Because I was in the delivery room, I had the exquisite joy of being the first person to gaze upon your beautiful face. That moment is locked in my memory forever.

You were only half-way delivered, both of your little arms were stretched out wide and you were screaming your head off. It was as if you couldn't wait to get on with life ... to embrace it and to start to make your "mark" here on earth. In the next 30 years and 17 days that is exactly what you did. In that time span, your precious life here on earth has left a most honorable, permanent legacy ... one of truth, committment, passion, love and courage that I and thousands of others will never forget.

The pain and the excruciating agony I have because you were taken from me is absolutely unbearable. What "holds me together" is the fact that some day, that day when God calls me home, I will be with you and then it will be forever.

You are missed. You are loved. You will NEVER be forgotten. I love you my dear son. I love you Jared.

Dad

Thomas Jensen
I am Jared's Father

February 5, 2007

I wish I could find the words but there aren't any that can describe this past year. It is all a blur. But, I know you are still here with us even though we can't see you. I know you are still listening even though you can't tell us. I hope you know how much you mean to me little bro. Happy Birthday, I miss you.

Fallen but Never Ever Forgotten for Heroes Live Forever

Sgt. Jeff Jensen, Colorado Springs, CO
Brother of Det. Jared Jensen, CSPD EOW 2-22-06

February 4, 2007