Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Was reading news and came across your story due to the guilty verdict of your killer. I am glad to hear justice is served. Nothing will bring you back, but your memory will live forever. My prayers are with your family and coworkers left behind.

Police Officer
San Antonio PD

October 19, 2010

Although we never knew one another I'll never forget your funeral and memorial service. When your tour of duty ended on earth you and I were the same age, both Police Officers for the same amount of time and had previously served as county Corrections Officers for the same amount of time. I'll never forget how I kept thinking I could have been you that day. Little did I know that almost four months later to the day I would be in a fight for my life. I truly believe you helped me that night defeat the same evil you had faced.

Today justice was handed down to your killer. Rest easy now my brother.

Officer D. Dreher #48363
Tucson Police Department

October 19, 2010

Today justice was served and a cop killer is sentenced to death. God speed Officer Cortez. Rest in peace brother.

Anonymous

October 19, 2010

God Bless Ofc. Cortez's family, friends and Dept. You will never be forgotten!

Retired Sgt.
City of Miami PD Fla.

October 19, 2010

George,
It was 3 years ago today that you were taken from us. The boys, Tiffany and your mom miss you very much as do we all. Justice will be served, but that will not bring you back. You will always live in our hearts and minds.

Until we meet again.

Your father-in-law

Captain Tom Tyo (Retired)
Maricopa County Sheriff's Office

July 27, 2010

Three years ago today brother...we will not forget. Rest easy George, we have the Watch

Ofc.V.Cole
Phoenix PD, Brother in Blue

July 27, 2010

Wow George it has been almost 3 years now. I cannot believe it! you are still very much missed and loved. Tiff has done such a great job helping us to all never forget! What a strong woman you married. I miss you and miss the funny jokes and pranks you would pull at MCSO! You are missed greatly!

Officer Jenny Jenkins A8092
MCSO/Friend

July 4, 2010

George. We never met. I had the pleasure of meeting your wife on a couple of occasions and she always spoke highly of you.. 1 down 1 to go. Go easy brother.

RJ
MCSO Deputy

May 27, 2010

George,
You must be so proud of your boys just finishing their first season of tackle football. Koltan was awesome and was named MVD of his team, the Young Guns! Gunner also was out there giving it his all, but at only 5, he has a little more growing to do, but he will be tenacious when he comes around! It was fun to watch Koltan taking care of him, lining him up in the hole where he was suppose to play! Take care buddy, say hi to all those who are with you. We love you and miss you very much, you will never be forgotten!

Your father-in-law

Capt. Tom Tyo (Ret)
Maricopa COunty Sheriff's Office

May 25, 2010

Norma Lopez, one of the defendents in Officer George Cotez's murder was finally sentenced today, she plead guilty to 2nd degree murder with a range of 16-22 years in prison. Judge McMurdie handed her the maximum of 22 years for involvement. The actual gunman Edward Rose will be tried for 1st degree murder June 07,2010, justice is finally being served. Love & miss you baby...XOXOXOXOXO

Mother

April 10, 2010

My Baby,
I miss you so much my heart aches, you are in my every thought and all my prayers...we finally go to court tomorrow for sentecing for the girl involved, Judge McMurdie could give her 16-22 years, no amount of time will ever be enough for her to pay for what she did to you. You will be forever missed, all my love sweetie.
Love Mom...XOXO

ELLEN CORTEZ
MOM

April 8, 2010

I was thinking about you today. You're not forgotten.

Officer
Phoenix PD

February 11, 2010

Happy Birthday George!

We miss you very much.

Capt. Tom Tyo (Ret)
Maricopa COunty Sheriff's Office

October 26, 2009

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Cortez and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever.

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Cortez, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Officer Cortez is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family, and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Special Agent
FBI New York City

July 25, 2009

George,
We are coming up on the 2nd anniversary of your leaving us. There will be a memorial service in your honor on Monday, July 27th at 6:30 at Resthaven Cemetary, your final resting place. Tiffany will not let the boys forget you and what you stood for, we are all proud! All friends, officers, deputies, and detention officers are invited to share in this memorial.

Capt. Tom Tyo (Ret.)
Maricopa County Sheriff's Office

July 8, 2009

Hello George this is your old friend stopping by to wish your family and you a happy fourth of July. Its almost been two years since you been gone and I still can't believe that happened to you. I'm following the court dates set for the suspects involved in your murder. I was celebrating two birthdays when I got that terrible call telling me to come to the hospital. Pretty soon I will join the PPD you are a true hero brother and you will be forever missed.

Jermaine Cortez
United States Army

July 3, 2009

OFFICER CORTEZ, YOU LIVE ON WITH OUR TRAINING AND TEACHING! WE USE YOUR SACRIFICE AS AN EXAMPLE TO OUR POLICE RECRUITS THE DANGERS OF ALL CALLS, HOWEVER MINIMAL! GOD'S SPEED!

KENNETH MEAD
LVMPD

May 28, 2009

I saw Officer Cortez's wife and in-laws in court today supporting an officer in an unrelated case. I did not know Officer Cortez, but he must have been so special to have such a genuine and loving wife. She spoke so beautifully about him.

Anonymous

March 27, 2009

Rest in peace my brother, may your sons always honor you as the hero that you are.

OFFICER
MESA PD

March 7, 2009

"No more the bugle calls the weary one.
Rest, noble spirit, all thy work is done.
I will find you and know you among the
good and true.
When a robe of white we're given
for our faded coats of blue."

Ret. Sgt. Bill Rice
Phoenix police Department

March 2, 2009

It has almost been two long years since you have been taken away from us. This day is special to me and very special to your wife Tiffany. I pray each and everyday for the family you never got a chance to say goodbye to. You are a very brave warrior and you are a really good friend. I remember all the times we use to play football together. You are very special to all of us. You are now a angel who is watching over all of those who knew you and to those very important loved one's you left behind. I am attending all the court dates for those people who killed you in the " Line Of Duty ".

You are a brave warrior and you were once a very brave Police Officer who protected the streets of Phoenix,Arizona. We still live our lives but we think of you each and everyday. We all hope to be reunited with you soon. For now keep a eye on us and don't be afraid for us. We are safe because the brother's and sister's of the PPD are working even harder to keep the streets safe. Your sons will want to grow up and most likely do the same job you have done. Rest easily George and we hope to see you son.

(FMR) Sgt Jermaine Cortez (USMC)
United States Marine Corps

February 14, 2009

RIP.Your memory lives on and will not be forgotten.

Anonymous

November 12, 2008

George,

I just wanted to say how proud we are of the boys. Koltan is playing flag football and you must be so proud of him too. He was so excited to pull 2 flags last Saturday, he really loves it. And now Gunner is playing t-ball and just had his first game. I had never watched 3 year olds play, it was so funny! Tiffany is taking good care of them and we all miss you so much. Please watch over us and keep those boys safe.

See you again,

Tom. . .

Capt. Tom Tyo (Ret.)
Maricopa County S.O. (Father-In-Law)

October 20, 2008

George,
just stopping by to say hey. miss ya man. You havent been forgotten, and you never will. We miss you out on the streets. Watch over us, we need it.
To tiffany, and the boys...Phoenix police will always be here for you. If you ever need anything just ask. I'll be down in central city.

Officer
Phoenix PD

September 19, 2008

IT HAS BEEN A YEAR AND TWO DAYS SINCE YOU WERE MURDERED, I STILL REPLAY THAT DAY OVER AND OVER IN MY HEAD. I STILL CAN NOT MAKE SENSE OF IT. JUST KNOW THAT WE HAVE NOT FORGOT ABOUT YOU AND WE NEVER WILL.

TIFFANY IF YOU ARE READING THIS KNOW THAT THE PHOENIX POLICE DEPARTMENT ARE STILL HERE FOR YOU AND YOUR BOYS.


GEORGE KEEP WATCH OVER US FROM ABOVE.

An Angel in the sky must leave his place of rest,
Gently tucking his wings beneath his armored vest.
For Duty has called, there is much work to do
Little did he know, this one is dressed in blue.

Arriving on the scene, he knows just what to say,
"Follow me, fallen brother, I'll show you the way."
"Your duty has ended, your work is now through."
"Come hang your hat beside mine, I'm a cop, too."

Rest in Peace

JUST A FELLOW PHOENIX OFFICER
PHOENIX POLICE

July 29, 2008