Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

We almost never die like in the movies or how we picture ourselves saving the world.Sometimes we just die doing what we love to do,trying to make a difference.Rest in peace bro

Sgt Steve Babb
Jennings,MO PD

June 7, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and the New Mexico State Police. R.I.P
Fallen but never forgotten.

Cpl Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Traffic Unit

June 7, 2006

Patrolman James Archuleta & Family,

My heart is heavy. You have served your country and the residents of New Mexico bravely & honorably, and in a way that many have had neither the courage, love for others or opportunity to do so. God bless all Law Enforcement who have given so much of themselves for their citizens and country. Someone once said "a warrior fights not because he hates what's in front of him, but because he loves what's behind him." They are motivated to serve out of love for their country and family.

God Bless and walk with the wind always!
Dave
David J. Moore (S-55/Ret)
Osan Air Base South Korea - "Quaere Verum"

David J. Moore
U.S. Air Force Retired

June 7, 2006

Rest in Peace, Officer Archuleta

Thank you for your service and sacrafice.

Police Lieutenant
Everett, Massachusetts

June 7, 2006

SEMPER FI, LEATHERNECK!!!.

TPR. JULIO J. VELEZ
FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL

June 7, 2006

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Ofc. Archuleta, and our thoughts and prayers are with our brothers and sisters with the New Mexico State Police.

The Miami Beach Police Department

June 6, 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

June 6, 2006

Rest in Peace Brother

Dep. William Bennett
Henry County Sheriff's Dept. (Indiana)

June 6, 2006

I send my condolences to the family, friends, and New Mexico State Police regarding the demise of Officer James Archuleta. I hope everyone that knew this officer will continue to remember his bravery, courage, and the legacy in which he left.

Officer Archuleta your shift is over now, we will take it from here. Rest in peace, brother...

Deputy James E. Bradford Jr.
Bradley County Sheriff Department

June 6, 2006

MY CONDOLECES GOES TO THE FAMILY,FRIEND,AND CO-WORKERS.YOU WERE TAKEN FROM US TO SOON,BUT GOD NEEDED YOU. OFFICER JAMES ARCHULETA WE'LL TAKE OVER HERE,GODSPEED..REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER,AND GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY. YOUR CHILDERN AND FAMILY WILL KNOW YOU ARE A TRUE HERO,,,10-8 WITH OUR NEVER FORGOTTEN HEROES.....

OFC.J.L."PEPE'"HERNANDEZ
ALBUQUERQUE POLICE DEPT.(NM)

June 6, 2006

My sincerest sympathy to the family and friends of Patrolman James Archuleta as well as to the New Mexico State Police. Rest in peace Patrolman Archuleta, you are gone but will not be forgotten...

Dispatcher Sue Rusch
Punta Gorda PD, Punta Gorda FL

June 6, 2006

You served with excellence and professionalism, keeping your community safe. You will never be forgotten and you will always be remembered as a hero. Rest in peace, brother! Our deepest condolences to your family and the brave men and women of the New Mexico State Police.

Detective Corporal Morgan
Park County Sheriff's Office--Colorado

June 6, 2006

Blessed are the Peacemakers, for they will be called son's of god. Rest in Peace Patrolman Archuleta

K-9 Deputy Kevin D. Lampe #27
Finney County Sheriff's Office (Ks)

June 6, 2006

I am so sorry, family, friends, and colleagues of Patrolman Archuleta.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time.
Another warrior taken from us while doing his duty to serve and protect...
May God give you all strength and grace, mercy and comfort.

Debbie Brewer
concerned citizen and Relative of Jon Parker EOW 5/16/2005

June 6, 2006

May GOD bless you and your family!

Officer Paladino
Colorado Springs PD

June 6, 2006

God be with your Family and the other officers of the Espanola District. I never had the pleasure of working working directly with you. We have it from here. God speed my brother. We in the black and gray will miss you.

Patrolman Brett Jensen
New Mexico State Police

June 6, 2006

James, after all these years that I have been on it is still tough to lose one of our own. Semper Fi

Sgt. Ron Taylor
New Mexico State Police

June 6, 2006

Law Enforcement in New Mexico mourns the loss of yet another hero. The fourth one is less than a year. Rest well my brother James, you join honored company with Rich, Mike and Jimmy.

"Blessed are the peacemakers for they will be called sons of god"

Ed Sauer, Deputy Chief
Albuquerque Police Department

June 6, 2006

We are saddened once again with the sad news of another hero taken from us. It is a great loss for the family and department during this crisis. We might not know the right words to say, or even know how to say them, but we can pray for your family and friends. May the Lord give them strength through this time.

Missionary/Evangelist Joe Taylor
Cops Evangelist Ministries

Joe Taylor (Former FL LEO)

June 6, 2006

SEMPER FI! Rest in peace.

Pvt. Chaney
USMC

June 6, 2006

James was the best man at my daughter and son-in-laws wedding just a little over three months ago. James Archuleta was one of the finest young men I have ever had the privilege of meeting. Our Country has lost a good man. And his family lost a wonderful father, son, grandson, brother, cousin, nephew, husband to be, and friend. My sympathy to all of you. He will be missed so much. God give you all peace and comfort. Remember, you will all see James again.

Judy Ligrani
Mother-in-Law of James' cousin

June 6, 2006

Rest in Peace

Chief George Yaccich
Rochester Township Police, PA

June 6, 2006

Thank you for your service for our country and your state. Rest in peace hero, we have the watch now and you will never be forgotten. May God bless your family and friends.

Det. G. Woelfel
Lafayette PD, Colorado

June 6, 2006

The highest of distinctions is service to others. -King George VI

Patrolman Archuleta -- Your dedication to the good of your community will not be forgotten.

To all those touched by the loss of Patrolman Archuleta -- Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association

June 6, 2006

My prayers go out to Patrolman Archuleta's frinds and family. Rest in Peace, brother.

Invest. Mike Bradford-ret
Tallahassee (FL) Police Dept

June 6, 2006