Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

You were a great friend, I loved you from the day that I met you. I find it hard to imagine my life without you, yet blessed to have shared it with you. You were always there for me and I know you will be watching over all of us. I miss you, I love you, you will always be in my heart.

Jeanette
friend

May 28, 2007

My family and I offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of brave fallen warrior Jason West, who sacrificed his life to protect all of us from harm. Although words cannot soften the pain of this fine officer's loss, please know there are many of us who have Jason and his family/friends in our hearts and prayers.

Although I am now retired, and living 2,500 miles away, this tragedy hits close to home. I grew up in Cleveland Heights, and once lived on Altamont Ave., only a few houses from where the shooting occurred. My cousin, now retired from CHPD, inspired me to become a police officer.

Throughout my Cleveland Police career, I came to know and respect many fine CHPD officers. And I know that Jason West epitomized the highest standards of both CHPD and the entire police profession. He will be truly missed.

May he rest in eternal peace, and may his family and friends someday find peace in their lives.

Respectfully,

Robert O'Brien -- Cleveland Police Dept SWAT Sergeant (Retired)

Robert O'Brien - Sergeant (Retired)
Cleveland Police Dept SWAT Unit

May 28, 2007

Rest in Peace Jason. Watch over us.

Patrolman Ohio

May 28, 2007

To the family of Officer West (including his family in Blue), my deepest, heartfelt condolences. To Officer West rest in peace, and know that we have the watch from here.

“Blessed are the peacekeepers…”

Patrol Officer
Huntersville Police Dept.

May 28, 2007

Rest in Peace Brother!

Detective Parkinson
Fort Smith PD

May 28, 2007

My thoughts and prayers go out to the West family and the Cleveland Heights PD family for their loss..it is a loss that has hit very close to home..God Bless

Ofc. James Dombrowski
VA Police Services Cleveland

May 28, 2007

My heart and prayers are with Officer West's parents, sister, family, friends and coworkers. May God be with you and guide you through these troubled times. God bless you all. Another HERO called home....

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02

May 28, 2007

West,

I never thought a day would come that I would be leaving a memorial reflection for you. We had many good times together during the academy. I will never forget the sacrifice you have made. My thoughts and prayers go out to your friends & family. The streets of Heaven will be a safer place now with you on patrol. Good bye friend.

Collins

Collins
Sheffield Lake P.D./Cleveland Heights Police Academy Class 00-007

May 28, 2007

Rest in peace Sir.

Sgt. F. Banuelos
LAPD Southwest

May 28, 2007

My heart is heavy today with the news of your passing. But I know that you have found your peace now. Rest in peace, your service to the community will never be forgotten.

Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Department

May 28, 2007

Rest in peace Officer West. Your dedication and positve mindset helps me everyday that I go to work. I appreciate your service to your state and nation. God bless you and your loved ones, and may I see you in heaven also.


CO Ramon Perez Jr.
Elyria Police Department, Elyria Ohio.

CO Ramon Perez Jr.
Elyria Police Department, Elyria Ohio

May 28, 2007

Jason, Thank you for your years of service. My prayers are with you and your family. This is a bitter reminder to all of us that these things can happen at any time and under any circumstances. Watch over us from heaven. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Rest in peace now my brother! We'll take the watch from here. GOD BLESS YOU!!

Sgt. Kenneth Bowman
Washington Township PD (Toledo,Ohio)

May 27, 2007

To the West Family,
Although I did not know your loved one, I know several men who have offered the sacrifice that your loved one has given. It will not be easy on you but you must know that this is what Jason wanted and this is what he had to offer. He offered his life for the benefit of others. I have come to realize that there are very few men in this world who have the moral courage to do what Jason has done. Although it is sad and painful, I pray that you will find comfort in knowing that Jason had the courage to protect the welfare others. That type of courage is not common in this day and age.
Although you will miss him, please understand that this country NEEDS men like Jason .I was able to sleep at night while fighting in Iraq, knowing that Jason and men like him were at home protecting my family. There are no words that will ease your pain but please remember that Jason gave his life for a profession that he loved. He was the ultimate professional guardian and he paid the ultimate sacrifice. Please know that you will find more reasons to celebrate his life than you will to mourn his death. He is a true "HERO". May GOD look upon you in this trying time.

"ENJOY THE SILENCE"

1SG Chet Chrapliwy
1-113th Field Artillery
U.S. ARMY

1SG Chet Chrapliwy
US ARMY

May 27, 2007

To the men and women of the Cleveland Heights PD and the friends and famil of Ofc. West my deepest sympathies. May you rest in peace HERO.

PO II RT FLYNN
Lynchburg PD, VA

May 27, 2007

May GOD bless your family and friends now. Thank you for serving and protecting, Sir. Rest in peace.

Shirley Roberts
Aunt of Fallen Hero John Logan EOW-3-14-04

May 27, 2007

My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Jason West.

Dan Losteiner
Cleveland Fire Department

May 27, 2007

"I remember who you used to be
the laughter we shared
and wonder what you have become.
Where are you now,
Where did you go,
When the body is left behind
and the spirit is released to fly?

Perhaps you are the morning bird
singing joyfully at sunrise,
or the butterfly that dances
so carelessly on the breeze
or the rainbow of colors
that brightens a stormy sky
or the fingers of afternoon mist
delicately reaching over the mountains
or the final few rays of the setting sun
lighting up the skies
edging the clouds with a magical glow.

I miss your being
but I feel your presence,
In whatever form you choose to take,
however you now choose to be.

Your spirit has become for me
a guardian angel on high
guiding, advising, and watching over me.

I remember you.
You are with me
and I am not afraid."

Author Kirsti A. Dyer


You were a true friend, one that I admired, one who I could always turn to in a time of need. This world has lost a great friend and a dedicated officer. You will always be loved and never forgotten.

D Cain
Close Friend

May 27, 2007

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of P.O. Jason West~ you're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God give you the strength to carry on and help heal your hearts. May you find comfort and support with those around you.
God Bless You & Rest In Peace, P.O. West!

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of a fallen MI P.O. eow 2004

May 27, 2007

My heartfelt condolences to Jason's family and friends. He went doing what he loved, and his sacrifice will never be forgotten or taken for granted. God bless you all.

LEO Mom

May 27, 2007

I feel awkward leaving this reflection, and I apologize if I am intruding on your brotherhood, but Jason was a dear friend of mine. I was told of this site by another officer-friend and felt that I needed to put some thoughts down for this man. I went to High School with Jason & we dated through school. He stayed very close with my family, especially my Dad. Jason is like a son to him, and now a brother to me. We will never be the same. He was the best of all of us.
All I can say, is Thank You to each and every police officer who serves our great country. I have always wished that I was strong enough to do what you all do everyday, never asking for anything in return, or recognition for your daily work. Everytime I hear of a fallen officer, I send up a prayer to God for the officer & his/her family. I will continue to do so, but it will be more personal now. God Bless Police Officers everywhere, and God Bless the USA!!!

Laura, civilian
friend

May 27, 2007

May God rest your soul. RIP Officer West. Never forget,never forgotten.

POLICE OFFICER JOE TERRASI
NYPD

May 27, 2007

Rest in peace and continue your watch as you look over our shoulders while we continue on our beats. Thank you for your service. I know your family is proud.

Deputy
BCSO, OH

May 27, 2007

To Officer West family, friends, and the Cleveland Heights Police Department; I would like to extend my condolences and deepest sympathy. I pray for the healing of everyone who suffered in this senseless tragedy. My thoughts are with you all as you cope with this horrific incident. Thanks Officer West for your years of service, a job well done; I salute you. May your soul rest in peace. You are a true hero.
Respect.......Honor.......Remember.......

Patrol Officer
Prince George's County, Maryland

May 27, 2007

I am so sorry about the loss of Off. West. I pray that the comforting presence of God surrounds you at this time. God bless.

Off. R. Dean Pesnell
Birmingham Police Dept.

May 27, 2007

On August 11, 2004 we also had an Officer ambushed in a like situation as he responded to a 911 hang up call. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and co-workers of the Cleveland Heights Police Department. Every one of you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know the anger, frustration and thoughts of "why". God Bless you my brother and as you patrol the streets of gold, you serve as a gaurdian angel to us all. Talk to each other, express your feelings and dont ever be to shy about letting the family know that WE will never forget. Rest in peace.

Sgt. Mike Szempruch
Bossier City Police Dept. Louisiana

May 27, 2007