Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I had a privledge to ride in the Police Unity Tour this year for the leo's that paid the ultimate sacriface. I am trying to reach a contact or family member about the ride because there was a brief confusion about who I was riding for. I pedaled 175 miles only to be stopped by rain and winds of 35 mile gusts. This is the first year that the PUT has been stopped by weather. I have a overwelming sence of under accomplishment because I have carried this bracelet and have not met the goal. I need a contact for the family or friends to e-mail or call. please contact me.

sergeant a smith
stafford sheriff office

May 12, 2008

Julio, we are preparing for NPW. I'm sure it will be an honor but bittersweet. Please be with us. We miss you and love you to infinity and beyond.

melissa, angel, victor, axle

May 8, 2008

Julio,
You have always been a true friend and a great co-worker. It is hard to believe that you are gone. You will always be remembered for the smile on your face and your caring personality. Thanks for all the good memories and I am sure we will meet again. Rest in peace.

SBPA Scroggs
US Border Patrol

February 1, 2008

Julio, you are a great agent. We are so proud of you and the work you did. You will always be remembered. I wish you would have had more time to enjoy your new job as a pilot, the one you waited so long to get. The boys will make sure they get to do the fun stuff for you. You taught us so much about flying and planes we will make sure to do something good with that information.

We miss you so much and can't wait to meet up with you again. Please stay with us until that time. We still need you. We love you with all our hearts.

Missy and boys
your family

November 27, 2007

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

November 12, 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 Agent Baray, 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 Julio, 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 Julio's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Julio's life was about so much more than the way he died. Julio will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Agent Baray, 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 almost five 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)

November 3, 2007

I am thankful for the service and sacrifice of Agent Baray and pray for his wife and two children. May God bless and comfort all who knew and loved Agent Baray.

Chaplain
White County Sheriff's Department, Arkansas

October 25, 2007

Julio,
Te recuerdo....y extrano. Precisamente hoy te hable al cellular. Queria oir tu voz. Que bueno que todavia se pudo. Luego nos veremos.
Ramon

RAMON
USBP FRIEND

October 19, 2007

May God shine his face upon your arrival.

My condolences to Agent Baray's family, friends, and coworkers.

Officer #2179
USCBP

October 17, 2007

Rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer

October 15, 2007

baray! hey man, asi te deciamos mi familia y yo , por tu apellido solo quiero que sepas que nunca te vamos a olvidar y que tu fuiste una gran parte de nuestras vidas. julio , i know your in a better place now and that you watch over every one of us ................i miss you and we love you , you will always be in my prayers , tu amigo Ramon *

ramon garza III
freind

October 14, 2007

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

Agent Baray -- Your dedication to the good of your community will not be forgotten.

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

Colorado Springs (CO) Police Protective Association

October 11, 2007

Dear JULIO ENRIQUE, Your loss has touched our hearts so very deeply. Sad to say it, but we still don't understand why the light of such a bright man had to be shut down so early.

Working with you was a good experience but being your friend was a GREAT Privilege.

May the LORD JESUS welcome you into the kingdom of heaven and may he always continue to reward your family for all your good actions. It's so sad that we never had the chance of telling you in person how much you meant to all of us.

Time will go by and although it may seem we have moved on with our lives, in our hearts your legacy will remain intact and your memory will continue to be very blessed through our daily prayers for ever.

Blessings,

Familia Figueroa Castillo (MOB)

NA
Ex-Coworker

October 11, 2007

Rest in peace, my brother. You will not be forgotten. You are now in a much better place. May God wrap his arms of love and comfort around your family, friends, and fellow officers during this difficult time. "Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13

Officer J.W. Propst #3389
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Charlotte, NC

October 9, 2007

I'm Enrique’s cousin and I just want to let all know that I feel proud about Enrique's contributions in all areas, Enrique you are in my prayers and god bless your suns and wife.
Enrique que dios te bendiga siempre, a mis primos y tia les digo que dios les dara la fortaleza para salir adelante en esto....

cousin

October 9, 2007

Rest in Peace my Brother and thank you for protecting our families.

Deputy Chief Gene Bernal
Orlando Police Department

October 9, 2007

May you rest in peace and know that we are praying for you and yours.

Sg. B. Petroski
Wayne County Metro Detroit Airport Police

October 8, 2007

Thank you for your service. One day we will meet.

Officer RM Taylor
US DOJ

October 8, 2007

Rest in Peace,Brother. To all the Agents of the Homeland Security,please accept my condolences.


Sgt.B.R.Sexton
Okla.Dept.of Corrections

October 7, 2007

Agent Baray

You are a brave man who has paid the ultimate sacrifice for his community and his country. You are a true American Hero who helped keep his country safe. May you Rest in Peace in Heaven above. The Loard will look over your family here on earth. God Bless you!

Douglas W. Bennett
Juvenile Probation Officer Ky Department of Juvenile Justice

October 6, 2007

Our sympathies from all UK Customs Law enforcement Officers

Rob
UK Customs

October 4, 2007

BROTHER I THANK YOU AND PRAY FOR YOU AND YOU FAMILY AND MAY GOD BLESS

P/O
PHILA PD

October 3, 2007

To the family, friends, and officers that knew Agent Baray, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the trying times ahead of you. Please know your not alone.

Here I am, lost in the light of the moon that comes through my window
Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you and the roses

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Here I am, lost in the ashes of time, but who wants tomorrow?
In between the longing to hold you again
I'm caught in your shadow, I'm losing control
My mind drifts away, we only have today

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way
I will sacrifice 'til the blinding day when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

When the veils are gone as I let you go, as I let you go

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way, I will sacrifice
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you who is closest

Erin
Wife of a CSPD Officer

October 3, 2007

Rest now my brother your watch is over. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family and agency. We will continue to train officers that will hopefully live up to your example. Walk proudly on your beat on Heaven's streets and watch over the rest of us continuing the fight.

Lt. James Ellis
GPSTC - Regional Police Academy Tifton

October 3, 2007

Rest in peace brother.

1773P
CSPD

October 2, 2007