Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Jon, thank you for the many laughs you leave with us. The bright intoxicating smile, that leaves us smiling when we turn away. The friendship you gave and wanted nothing back for it. The jokes, the stories, the driveway sitting memories that no one can take away. Thank you for keeping our streets safer each night for us. Thanks Jon for just being our friend. We will miss you.

Rob, Liz, Christine, Brittany, Erika, JR
Friends from Flamingo Avenue

September 3, 2006

My most sincere condolences to family, friends and co-workers.
Go with God now Brother warrior. Be at peace mate

Senior Constable of Police
South Australia Police

September 3, 2006

I never worked with you, I never even met you, but I still hurt because of what happened to you. I'm proud of you for the impact you made on people's lives while you were here. You won't be forgotten. God bless you, your wife and your young child.

Fellow policeman

September 3, 2006

In the simple performance of duty,
he pinned on a badge,
checked his gear with a practiced eye,
and kissed his loved ones good-bye.
In the simple performance of duty,
he reported for work,
joked with his buddies at roll call,
and made his last trip down the squad room hall.
In the simple performance of duty,
he answered the call
to help the helpless, to find the lost,
no matter the danger or how great the cost.
In the simple performance of duty,
he lay down his life,
for those in peril he tried to save,
our brave friend went to his grave.
In the simple performance of duty,
we honor his deed,
as we carry him to rest in a flag-draped casket,
long after the world has forgotten, we shall never forget.
Never judge or regret, what he did, In the simple performance of duty."

-Author unknown
You are not forgotten

Sergeant J.R. Corey
Beckley Police Dept.

September 3, 2006

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of a loved one in law enforcement. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support. As we personally know, sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten.


Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

September 3, 2006

Dear Jon,

Although I've only been an officer for two years, it's easy to see that you embodied every characteristic that an unforgettable husband, father, and police officer should have. I can only hope that every policeman follow the example that you've set. My wife, and 18 month old daughter have you in our prayers. Like all those before you, we will never forget you.

God Bless You Jon,
Matt Berdysz

Patrolman Matthew Berdysz
Garfield Heights Police Department

September 3, 2006

On behalf of the Oil City Police Dept. (PA) I wish to extend our heart felt deepest sympathy to Officer Jonathan (AJ) Schroeder's Family and to the Cleveland Police Dept. for our departed Brother-God Speed

Officer Kevin B. Daly
Oil City Police Dept. Oil City Pa

September 3, 2006

AJ, true heroes never die, they become immortal. Thank you brother.

Patrolman Dan Crisan
Cleveland Police Dept.

September 3, 2006

I am a friend of Officer Schroeder's cousin's husband, and wanted to express my condolences. Chris spoke many times of his admiration for Officer Schroeder and his servie and everyone in our community was greatly saddened when he told us of this tragic event. Everyone at Alter HS is offering their prayers. RIP.

Matt Tkatschenko
friend of family

September 3, 2006

MAY GOD BLESS OFFICER SCHROEDER AND HIS FAMILY AS WELL AS ALL HIS FRIEND'S AND CO-WORKER'S.HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN IN THE LAW ENFORCEMENT FAMILY.GOD BLESS AND R.I.P.

DEPUTY
FAIRFIELD COUNTY S-O LANCASTER,OHIO

September 3, 2006

I had the honor to work with A.J. When he was on patrol at the first district. His smile was something that I will never forget. The news was a shock to hear that we have lost one of Clevelands Finest. Clevelands Finest he was and as Clevelands Finest he will always be remembered as. CPD will never be the same. You will be missed.

Miriam Gonzalez former CPD Dispatcher
Pinellas, Park Police Dept, Florida

September 3, 2006

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Dispatcher Ted Smith
Martin, TN Police Dept.

September 3, 2006

Rest in Peace Officer Schroeder

Police Officer's Prayer

Lord, I ask for courage
Courage to face and conquer my fears
Courage To take me where others will not go.

I ask strength
Strength of body to protect others,
And strength of spirit to lead others.

I ask for dedication
Dedication to my job, to do well,
Dedication to my community, to keep it safe.

Give me, Lord, concern for those who trust me,
And compassion for those who need me.
And please, Lord through it all,
Be at my side.

Reserve Deputy Robert Gentry
Okfuskee County Sheriff's Office

September 3, 2006

I pour my heart out for all of you. May God bring peace to all of you during this time of sorrow.

For the peacemakers shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9

Patrolman S.Kinderdine
Dayton, Oh Veterans Affairs Police

September 3, 2006

"trust him when dark thoughts asail thee, trust him when thy strength is small, trust him when the hardest thing to do is to trust him at all."

Scott Orbany
Orlando Florida

September 2, 2006

The thoughts and prayers of the entire Youngstown Police Dept. are with Officer Schroeder and his family.

Patrolman Chad E. Zubal
Youngstown, Ohio Police Dept.

September 2, 2006

To the family of Officer Schroeder: You are in my heart and in my prayers. I thank God every day for the courageous men and women who serve as peace officers and their families who love them so much.

Jan
Cleveland resident

September 2, 2006

Thank you for all the years of serving Cleveland's people.
May God Bless You and Your Family. So many people are grateful for police officer's......they are the heroes~!
Former Clevelander
Coreena Arena
Liberty Missouri

Coreena Arena

September 2, 2006

To the family of this wonderful hero. I understand the pain felt by your family as our family had the very same pain in 1968. Though my dad is missed every day life carries on and he would have wanted it no other way. I take comfort in knowing that dad loved God, his family, and helping others. So please take courage in knowing that your hero will never be forgotten by everyone who understands your pain and thanks God every day that we have men and women whom put the well being of others ahead of the fear of what could possibly happen to them. That is a true HERO. I am very sorry for the loss you have suffered and will say a prayer for all of you as I truely remember every day all our fallen hero's. As a special thought I always remember what was said to me by a special person when I lost my dad. You have a very special ANGEL now sitting on your shoulder all the time talk to him when you need to and you know in your heart the answer to your question, or just feel better with your hero was listing and in your thoughts.

Cheryl H.
Daughter of 1968 slain CPD officer

September 2, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cleveland Police Dept.... GOD BLESS AJ!!!

Officer Jim Gilbert
Columbus Div. of Police

September 2, 2006

May God bless you. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers. You will never be forgotten! Rest in peace brother!

Officer Marc Corsello
Akron Police Department

September 2, 2006

Gone, but not forgotten!

former officer, DC Police
MPDC - Washington DC Police

September 2, 2006

May our heart felt prayers reach you from Huntington Beach California. Jan and her husband Jeff are very special people to us and though we only met Jon and his Wife Amy once in California we knew immediately that this couple were special people.We can sense the close family relationships they cherished. Jon and Amy's excitement grew stronger as they talked about being parents and having their own family someday. You just knew these two people had the hearts and soles of god's children. Keep Jon in your hearts forever...

Bruce and Mo Payette
Close Neighbors Of John's Sister Jan

September 2, 2006

thank you and god bless

jennifer
grateful resident

September 2, 2006

You will not be forgotten and we will all do as much as possible to honor you, your family and fellow officers. Our hearts and prayers are with all of the CPD. Everyone will be walking for the West Park Police & Firefighters Memorial fund with a deep sadness in our hearts.

A Sister of Cleveland Police Officers

September 2, 2006