Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

For all who continue to remember, thank you. I felt I should post that in March of this year, mine and Jared's father Tom Jensen passed away from a long, hard fought battle with cancer. Dad cherished reading from this site so much, that he checked it daily. He would also post his heartfelt sorrow for the families and co-workers who also recently lost loved ones. Please know how much your continued comments, thoughts and prayers meant to him and to our whole family. James, thank you too for riding in Jared's honor this year to help raise money for the National Memorial. Can't thank you enough for doing that brother. To Jared and Pop, not a day goes by..

Jeff Jensen
Proud Brother, CSPD Det. Jared Jensen, EOW 2-22-06

May 14, 2014

Its been 8 years since I was in CS while my husband was stationed there. I remember very clearly and think of you often the day we heard that a officer was killed. I remember very clearly watching your funeral on TV for all to watch. I didn't know you but I think of you often and tell your story. I wish the family peace after all this time!. Thank you for you service!!!!

Melissa Andrade
former CS citizen

May 4, 2014

I had the pleasure of meeting your brother several years ago when I worked on a homicide case that lead to the Springs from my home state of New Jersey. Your brother Jeff told us about your sacrifice. It is something that stayed with me since I visited in 2008. I decided that this year I would ride for those who died in the Police Unity Tour to benefit the National Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington, D.C. You were the first officer I thought to honor. Your brother went out of his way to help us on the case that brought me and my co workers to Colorado that year. Jeff along with your co worker Det. Mike Happ and Maresha Hale (I hope I spelled it right) treated us like we worked together in the same department. Whatever we needed they went out of their way to help us get the job done and put a murderer in jail. That is how this profession works, we take care of our own. I could think of no other way to thank you, your brother and your entire family for the sacrifice you made, than to ride on the tour this year in your honor. I will wear a memorial bracelet during the ride that I will then send to Jeff to give to your family. The motto of the Police Unity Tour is "We ride for those who died." I am riding for you, your mom and dad and all your family and friends. The reflections I see on this site have given me but a small idea of your character. They will never forget and I will work to raise money to keep the walls of the memorial everlasting. I am a part of Chapter 37 named for the 37 Port Authority NY/NJ Police Officers who perished in the 9/11 attacks. I have 9 co workers who are part of that chapter. We will be leaving on May 9 from the former World Trade Center Site and ride 300 miles over four days to the Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington, D.C. We will arrive on May 12 and attend the candle light vigil that night. I will make sure that I find your name on the wall. Thank you for your sacrifice.

Detective James Brazofsky
Bergen County Prosecutor's Office NJ

April 14, 2014

My last couple posts aren't showing on this site. I hope I'm not doing something wrong that's keeping them from posting.

I have not forgotten...

A Proud CS Citizen

Anonymous

March 4, 2014

I drove to DC to see your name, last Saturday. It was a beautiful day, with children running around and a lot of families.
I sat down for a brief while, and found a little bit of peace.

You are not forgotten.

SSG Pasquale Vittori (CSPD 2483)
US Army

February 25, 2014

Thank you Natalie. It has been and still is soooooo hard. I was trying to just not acknowledge this day. It still came. The tears havent stopped since ohhh, about the time I woke up this morning. Just wish 2-22 would not keep happening every year.

Tracy

February 22, 2014

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Keep watch over all of them. You will never be forgotten.

"I heard someone whisper your Name,
When I turned around to see who it was
I found myself alone.
Then I knew, it was my Heart missing you."
Author Unknown

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

February 22, 2014

Eight years, still feels like yesterday. Miss you.

CSPD Friend

February 22, 2014

Dearest Jared,
I don't know why but I can't fathom how it's been 8 years....
I just can't. Struggling with a lot without you...while our faith and love
Certainly sustain when it all seems for naught, you also know that sometimes, they are quietly veiled....
Prayers continue for all... Prayers for light to overcome dark...
Faith, hope and love, the greatest of all being love. I am forever changed, as are so many of us here on earth, by you... I know you wouldn't want the tears and pain for any of us--I know that--- but to quote from the cathedral in NYC, grief is the price we pay for love. Thank you for loving-- for giving, receiving and being love incarnate.

Your Natalie

February 21, 2014

Grateful for this Detective's sacrifice! I pray that his family be comforted by the God of all comfort!

Ofc. Jeffery Ferrell
Cook County Sheriff's Department

February 21, 2014

My thoughts & prayers remain with Jared's Family, Friend's & Fellow Officer's! I remember your graduation, top 10 in your class, Natalie singing, "God Bless the USA"! I watched from the balcony at your graduation, holding my grandchild, seeing the reflection of the lights as they beamed from all of your badges! I said a prayer for all of you knowing the difficult job all of you had honorably signed up to care for this beautiful community.
I was on a ride along & watched you & my son in law skillfully in action...You both were awarded a commendation for the capture of the two violent Perpetrators!
I'll never forget that painful phone call with the news! You are our Hero & I also believe you are watching over the community & your comrades' as they fight the good fight!
I always remember you & your memorial day; that is the day after my son's birthday who I layed to rest. I imagined what the pain was like for all of your loved ones. The courage your family & friend's showed help me deal with the grief of my loss!
Thank you Jared for your great service! My heartfelt thoughts are with all of your loved ones!

Trish, Mother in Law of COSPD Sgt.

February 20, 2014

Happy Birthday Bro. So much has happened since we lost you but yet at the same time, it seems like it was just yesterday. In your name and in your honor though, so much good continues to happen. You are missed by so many. We'll continue to fight the fight, knowing you are helping to watch over us, until we can all be together again. Love you bro, not a day goes by..

Lt. Jeff Jensen, Colorado Springs PD
Proud Brother, CSPD Det. Jared Jensen, EOW 2-22-06

February 5, 2014

Happy Birthday J-Rod.
Remembering your birthday celebration at our house......Superbowl Sunday. Lots and lots of laughs, smiles, cheers and beers that day. So grateful for all the good times we had with you, and that you continue to enrich all of our lives still.......

Miss you
Meridith

February 5, 2014

J-Rod, happy birthday Pard. Drove by your bench tonight and said a short prayer as I do nearly every night. I was awestruck by the immense beauty of the area blanketed in a fresh layer of new snow. It is fitting that the peaceful, pristine white and shadows give such an image of purity at the site of such tragedy. That's as it should be, bro. Your life brought beauty to many others who live in an otherwise ugly world. You are missed, every day.

Lt JD Ross
EPSO

February 5, 2014

Happy Birthday my love--- sending you cheeseburgers, chocolate pb ice cream and plenty of ice cold beers....we cherish you in our hearts, carry your spirit with us and pray your light to shine through....

Always and forever,

Your Natalie

February 4, 2014

Loving and missing you.... May you watch over those serving day in and day out.... Their families that love and support them... May peace be our goal, and when it isn't possible, may the world honor and uphold those who give their lives to service....eternal love, Natalie

Natalie

December 24, 2013

This day/ night that year was awful... Having to say goodbye to our dear Sebastian... I remember it- the pain in your voice, thankful for the kindness of the staff/ vet... Little did we know they would continue to be a part of our journey...
There was a wonderful family Christmas that year as well- our first hosting( God bless you for being so on top of the details amidst all we had going on)....such heart, compassion, understanding, love and levity...
I miss you beyond words, beyond what could be expressed... I am reminded that what we had some folks never experience- I know this may be true... But it doesn't change the fact I'd give anything for it not to be this way. Through faith I believe we are eternally connected, it won't be this way forever...I love you and pray for continued strength to carry on, to continue the mission. With the incredible support and love that's come from our families, friends, co- workers, I can see that that is possible. Thanking God for all of them---

Natalie

December 24, 2013

Missing you so much this time of year...........it just isn't the same without you here, and it never will be. It has been another year of challenges and tragedy for so many, and yet we still have so much to be thankful for. We can feel you in our hearts, watching over from above. Sending your warm smiles and hearty laughs to remind us of what is important, and motivating us to do good in the world.
Merry Christmas J-Rod.

Love,
Meridith

December 20, 2013

So very thankful for you...on this day of 'lurkey mcgurky'... One of your favorite meals of the year:) praying for all around their tables... For those on the streets, or the ships, overseas and on our soil... Fighting the good fight, protecting so many. The families and loved ones that support and sign up for all that goes with. Thank you for your love. Your support. Your presence with us each step, each stumble, each day into each night. Across the universe... I love you.

Natalie

November 27, 2013

I know that you are amazed as I at all the good that has happened. Miss you bro, not a day goes by.

Jeff Jensen
Proud brother

June 30, 2013

"In valor there is hope." —Tacitus

I reaffirm my oath to protect and serve

Anonymous Officer

June 17, 2013

I have not forgotten...

A Proud CS Citizen

Anonymous

June 12, 2013

My Precious son, my dear Jared,

As Jeff says, "not a day goes by."

Miss you terribly.

Love you beyond measure.

Dad

Thomas Jensen
I am Jared's Father

April 12, 2013

Gone but not forgotten

Co-worker and friend

February 22, 2013

Thank you for your service to my city.

A COS Citizen

February 22, 2013