Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

EOW: 11-26-2006
12-26-2006 (1st month anniversary)
01-26-2007 (2nd month anniversary)
02-26-2007 (3rd month anniversary)
03-26-2007 (4th month anniversary)
04-26-2007 (5th month anniversary)
05-26-2007 (6th month anniversary)
06-26-2007 (7th month anniversary)
07-26-2007 (8th month anniversary)
08-26-2007 (9th month anniversary)
09-26-2007 (10th month anniversary)
10-26-2007 (11th month anniversary)
11-26-2007 (1 year anniversary 11-26-2006 to 11-26-2007)
NEVER EVER FORGOTTEN

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Kahu Laakea (Keeper of the Sacred Light)

November 25, 2007

Barbra,
This Is a hard week for all of us. I hope you will all find comfort.

Daughter of Det. Kevin Orr

November 21, 2007

Steve,

I know that you were happy last year on this day. You were very excited to be part of the motorcade for President Bush. But I will never forget hearing about the accident that morning on the radio and wondering who it was, hoping that it was not you. Then I got the call that charged everyone’s life forever. I know that Barb and the kids are doing a lot better and the fun run that they did in your memory was so honorable, but yet I know they still miss you very much and I know it must be hard on them. You were there
everything and you will always be remembered and missed. I know that you are looking down on Barb and kids and are proud to see how Keahi has grown into such a young gentlemen taking over the roll as the man of the house following your footstep, Kiana is getting so big and beautiful and always looking after her little brothers, Matthew has grown into a big boy and mommies little helper and Jake is so cute, he reminds me sometimes of you because he always has such a great big smile on his face every time you see him. In your short life you made a great impact on all the people you came into contact with and I know you will never be forgotten. Please watch over Barb and the kids and keep them safe.

November 21, 2007

EOW: 11-26-2006
12-26-2006 (1st month anniversary)
01-26-2007 (2nd month anniversary)
02-26-2007 (3rd month anniversary)
03-26-2007 (4th month anniversary)
04-26-2007 (5th month anniversary)
05-26-2007 (6th month anniversary)
06-26-2007 (7th month anniversary)
07-26-2007 (8th month anniversary)
08-26-2007 (9th month anniversary)
09-26-2007 (10th month anniversary)
10-26-2007 (11th month anniversary)
NEVER FORGOTTEN

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE

October 26, 2007

Brother Steve-O,

You and your wife and children have been on my mind and heart heavily as the 10 month anniverssary of your passing approached. I always recall how much you spoke of them when we were away for military duty and how you glowed after speaking with them each night. I always thought "what a lucky guy". One conversation came to mind when you spoke about Barbara and how lucky you were to have found a wife who was beautiful, smart , strong and independent. Although I have never met your wife and children I can see now what you were always talking about, she is all the above and your children are a direct reflection of that. I saw her on TV and read an article in the newspaper about a very special memorial run and fair she is putting in loving memory of you. Seeing your wife and children smiling and happy has helped me heal and to be able to move on now from the grief that I have held for so long. That positive attitude that she has and the strength that she has to share and celebrate your memory with the community is inspiring and will help many others hearts heal. You would be so proud of her and the kids, especially Keahi who is was so well spoken for 8 years old. It takes a lot of strength to pull through a tragic event while trying to raise 4 small children, I think most people shudder at the thought of being faced with that task but your wife has somehow through the grace of God perservered. And to be able to find a way to honor you in such a big way, I still think you are a lucky guy. Rest in peace Bro, your wife and kids are doing OK and they are thriving, take care and I will never forget the awesome man that you were. J.

Friend

September 30, 2007

EOW: 11-26-2006
12-26-2006 (1st month anniversary)
01-26-2007 (2nd month anniversary)
02-26-2007 (3rd month anniversary)
03-26-2007 (4th month anniversary)
04-26-2007 (5th month anniversary)
05-26-2007 (6th month anniversary)
06-26-2007 (7th month anniversary)
07-26-2007 (8th month anniversary)
08-26-2007 (9th month anniversary)
09-26-2007 (10th month anniversary)
NEVER FORGOTTEN

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE

September 27, 2007

EOW: 11-26-2006
12-26-2006 (1st month anniversary)
01-26-2007 (2nd month anniversary)
02-26-2007 (3rd month anniversary)
03-26-2007 (4th month anniversary)
04-26-2007 (5th month anniversary)
05-26-2007 (6th month anniversary)
06-26-2007 (7th month anniversary)
07-26-2007 (8th month anniversary)
08-26-2007 (9th month anniversary)
NEVER FORGOTTEN

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE

August 27, 2007

A hero is gone.
But will never be forgoten.

August 18, 2007

I have my computer personalized to show my husband's page, Deputy David Grant/EOW/5/31/04 when the ODMP site comes up-but today instead Steve's picture came up-I looked at his sweet smiling face and read the reflections and realized what a wonderful person he must of been. I thought of his family and my family and all we have been through-trying to figure out how to live without people like Dave & Steve.Dave was Hawaiian & Portuguese and spent 8 of his 28 law enforcement years on motors. I guess Steve's picture reminded me of Dave and I thought of how much passion these officers have for their work and for their families. They are the special ones and they were taken too soon.

Richie Grant
Wife of Deputy Dave Grant/EOW/5/31/04
Tuolumne Co. Sheriff's Dept.
Sonora, California

August 16, 2007

EOW: 11-26-2006
12-26-2006 (1st month anniversary)
01-26-2007 (2nd month anniversary)
02-26-2007 (3rd month anniversary)
03-26-2007 (4th month anniversary)
04-26-2007 (5th month anniversary)
05-26-2007 (6th month anniversary)
06-26-2007 (7th month anniversary)
07-26-2007 (8th month anniversary)
NEVER FORGOTTEN

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE

August 4, 2007

EOW: 11-26-2006
12-26-2006 (1st month anniversary)
01-26-2007 (2nd month anniversary)
02-26-2007 (3rd month anniversary)
03-26-2007 (4th month anniversary)
04-26-2007 (5th month anniversary)
05-26-2007 (6th month anniversary)
06-26-2007 (7th month anniversary)
NEVER FORGOTTEN

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE

June 29, 2007

EOW: 11-26-2006
12-26-2006 (1st month anniversary)
01-26-2007 (2nd month anniversary)
02-26-2007 (3rd month anniversary)
03-26-2007 (4th month anniversary)
04-26-2007 (5th month anniversary)
05-26-2007 (6th month anniversary)
NEVER FORGOTTEN

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE

May 28, 2007

My brother steve, its is never the same without you. You will always be in my heart and mind till the day that i die!It is hard to believe that you are gone but not forgotten, day in and day out i think of you and wish that this had never happened. It is hard to grasp that the good guys die and the rotten live forever. When i die we will see each other again and the pain and hurt will dissapear.
Your brother Joaquin

Joaquin (Brother)

May 13, 2007

EOW: 11-26-2006
12-26-2006 (1st month anniversary)
01-26-2007 (2nd month anniversary)
02-26-2007 (3rd month anniversary)
03-26-2007 (4th month anniversary)
04-26-2007 (5th month anniversary)
NEVER FORGOTTEN

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE

April 26, 2007

Happy Birthday!! we all love you and miss you!!

Emily
sister

April 19, 2007

Steve a member of the Northern California Police Unity Tour team will be riding in your honor during May 200 National Police Week in DC. Please help keep us safe as we honor you our brother. If contact is not made with your family or friends a bracelet of the event will be left by your name for them to claim. Thank you for your service and peace to all who were touched by you.

R.Bucher Evidence Tech
Oakland PD CA

April 10, 2007

EOW: 11-26-2006
12-26-2006 (1st month anniversary)
01-26-2007 (2nd month anniversary)
02-26-2007 (3rd month anniversary)
03-26-2007 (4th month anniversary)
NEVER FORGOTTEN

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE

March 26, 2007

Hey Hammer,
Stopped by the cemetary today to watch over your headstone installation. It was totally by coincidence (or maybe not) but I feel it was very fitting that one of your friends was there to see that the job was done with dignity. And it was. We all miss you Steve. You will never be forgotten.

MPOMC2 C. CLITES
HPD SOLO BIKE DETAIL

March 24, 2007

EOW: 11-26-2006
12-26-2006 (1st month anniversary)
01-26-2007 (2nd month anniversary)
02-26-2007 (3rd month anniversary)
NEVER FORGOTTEN

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE

February 26, 2007

i will miss you uncle steve



,mikey

February 12, 2007

I will always remember where I was when I heard the news.
Another time
Another place
until then....
ride hard.....

February 11, 2007

EOW: 11-26-06

12-26-06 (1st month anniversary)
01-26-07 (2nd month anniversary)
NEVER FORGOTTEN

24-7-365
THANK YOU BLUE

January 26, 2007

Hey Hammer,
I have been visiting this site daily since you went to Heaven. Before today I have not been able to leave a reflection for some reason. Today I see that some blessed soul has had a recent picture of you placed here. It is a beautiful photograph of you. I really miss you Buddy. Until we meet again,
3853 <--( )--<<

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HPD SOLO BIKE DETAIL D SQUAD

January 26, 2007

Steve was just at CRD with a DUI arrest about a month or so before...we laughed and joked. That's how Steve always was. Smiling..happy...I'll never forget that day. I was donating blood the moment I found out you left us. It was the worst feeling ever. Meaning to do something good to get you better. But not getting the chance. You will never be forgotten Steve. I pray for you and your family that each day the memories will keep us strong. I am proud to have known you...always my brother in blue.....

MPO-1
HONOLULU POLICE DEPARTMENT

January 23, 2007

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Everytime I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the man they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Officer Favela, especially to his wife. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Steve, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Steve's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Steve's life was about so much more than the way he died. Steve will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Officer Favela, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been four years but we still miss him terribly.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Surviving Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

January 15, 2007