Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Jesus Christ, during His earthly ministry, proclaimed, “No one has greater love than this, that someone would lay down his life for his friends.” [John 15:13 HCSB]

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, D.Div, MSBS, NCCA
Ordained/Licensed Independent Christian Clergy
Ministering to Law Enforcement Nationwide
Merrimack, NH 03054

Captain Steven R. Closs (Ret.)
Nashua NH Police Department

March 3, 2021

Rest in peace Officer DeLeon.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

October 25, 2019

Hey Freind your missed and all the days Your not here to help .You will always be missed.

GERALD Cadoree
Harris County Hospital

January 23, 2019

Reuben,

It’s been been 13 years since you were selfishly taken away from everyone who knew you and loved you. There is not a day that goes by I don’t think about you and miss you. I wear proudly around my neck your badge with badge number. I have not taken this necklace off of my neck in 13 years. You are severely missed and loved my friend.

Your buddy & partner

Scott

SPO Scott Girard
Houston Police Department-Partner/Best Friend

June 29, 2018

From the family of Reuben Deleon -

As we reflect on another year and continue to miss Reuben dearly, we are are pleased to share that on October 12, 2016, Governor Greg Abbott awarded the 2016 Star of Texas in Reuben's honor at the Texas State Capitol. On October 21, 2016 a special segment acknowledging Reuben at the 36th Annual Hispanic of the Year Banquet was also shared among many awarded officers, Lulac member and many other important attendees. We would like to thank everyone who was involved, we are touched and heartfelt. A very special thank you to HPD's Jorge Gayton, for nominating Reuben. We are forever grateful for your exceeding efforts in and making his recognition possible.

Reuben, you continue to make us proud ! You are always loved and remembered.

Olga Deleon
Sister

February 21, 2017

God bless you and your family. I'll be saying a prayer for you tonight...

Deputy Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

October 26, 2015

Shot over a gang initiation. Well, society has a gang initiation program for people like that. The gang won't be doing the time though. Was the gang really that important to you that you would do that? The military would have been a much better "gang" to be a part of. You should have thought of that first.

ANTHONY SPICA

January 22, 2015

Never forgotten!

Police Officer - -
Mesquite (TX) Police Department

October 27, 2014

Heroes live forever, Officer DeLeon, and we will never forget. Thank you for the sacrifice you made for the citizens of Houston and the great State of Texas.

Greater Houston C.O.P.S.

October 26, 2013

Ruben,

We were forever linked when you died. We never met formally but I'm sure we passed in the hall. Really soon after your death, many good men participated in the hunt for your killer. I will forever be honored as being one of the men who caught the cowards that shot you. I will always know that God guided our steps as we closed in on those despicable criminals. God bless your memory and your family. Thank you for your service as a Houston Police Officer.

Anonymous
Houston Police Department

May 24, 2013

Ruben, you are dearly missed bro and i wish you were here so we could make up for our argument we had prior to you leaving us. I lose sleep at night thinking how stubborn both of us were and never made up for it. I just want you to know you are the best friend partner, dad and person one could ever have. You will be hard to replace and never be forgotten. I love you bro and i know you are in good hands. Mayra and your boys are doing well and in great hands.

Your buddy Scott

Officer Scott Girard
Houston Police Dept.
January 17, 2013

Scott Girard
HPD-partner-best friend

January 19, 2013

Today marks another year where you have been taken from us. Not a day goes by that you are not remembered. Your smile is seen upon every sun rise. Through every breeze is an embrace of your love. You are not forgotten. Through tears shed from your children, family , and friends, you live on. You continue to grow throughout their accomplishments. You are with them everyday and we hope you continue to guide them through. RIP knowing your family continues to love and grow.

Unknown

October 26, 2012

Rest in peace, Officer DeLeon. Your service and sacrifice to the citizens of Houston and the great State of Texas are not forgotten.

Greater Houston C.O.P.S.

October 26, 2012

What's up uncle Reuben I hope all is well I'm doing good I miss you its been bothering me alot that I can't just pick up my phone an call you to tell you all those crazy things through out my just to make you laugh or just to hear your voice again. Allie an Ben are doing good Patrick is getting big an smarter. We miss you uncle keep watching over allie,Ben,Patrick, and John keep them in safe hands love you ol'man hope to see you one day you were a great man

arnold G
nephew

October 3, 2012

Thank you for your service sir, RIP Hero

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

August 23, 2012

Thinking and missing you so much, as your birthday nears ... Your memory and spirit has lives in our hearts each and everyday. I know you are in a much more peaceful place and it's God's plan but still I can't help but wish you could see your children grow and share those special moments with the family again.

I was reading an article about you that mentioned the "Readers Digest Version" of your fatal event, couldn't help but remember how the cops stopped you in the alley one night while you walked home from work. They thought you had a weapon but pulled out a Reader's Digest. I think you may have been the only teenager to conceal a Reader's Digest.. Laughter and tears, im telling you, I MISS YOU REUBEN..

Olga De Leon
Your Sis

July 3, 2012

Miss you so much brother... Although your spirit lives on in our hearts, I can't help but wish so badly that you could be here to see your children grow and share happy times with the family. Remembering you each and everyday.

Love you always,

Olga De Leon
Your Sis

July 3, 2012

Dad,
In moment like this I think of you. I look in the mirror and see you everyday. And ive been sad about his but now I'm happy not because I'm over this, but because I see you everyday without even knowing it. I love you and miss you woo much.

ben
son

May 2, 2012

Thanks for your services, Reuben.

David

February 23, 2012

I tried hard to be strong, but in my moments of weakness a wave of regret and sadness washes over me when i think of how you're not here. I miss you the most when i'm happy, because i can't call you and tell you about it to share. That has been bothering me the most lately. I miss you terribly so much, you were right that night when you said things were about to change, I just wish it was the way it was suppose to.

Allie
Daughter

January 31, 2012

Dear Brother

Rudy Garcia, our cousin has passed on... Its a sad time for the famiy, we ask that you please lead him to heavens and watch over. He admired you so much...

Love you,
Olga

Olga
Sister

December 31, 2011

Reuben,

Its been six years now since you were taken from us to serve on heavens beat! I couldn't sleep at all, replaying the events of that sad morning. I just hope you know, that no matter what, you will never be forgotten! Your kindred spirit, wonderful personality, big heart, and comforting smile will always be! Every time I see Ben, I see you all over again! Sometimes I have to do a double take cause I see so much of you in him! And of course I see your charisma, determination, and inner strength reflected through Allie, time and time again! Its crazy how much of you lives on through your children!

I just hope you know that we are all still here, and not a day goes by that we don't think of you! May your wings soar bro!!!! <3

Arnold
Brother-n-law

October 26, 2011

Rest in peace Officer DeLeon. You are never forgotten.

Greater Houston C.O.P.S.

October 26, 2011

Hey dad,
My gosh it's been a while, I can still remember every detail of our last conversation. I'm doing the best I can. Love you.

Allie
Daughter

October 20, 2011

Hey dad, i really miss you. Allie and i love you, mom is being a terrific mom taking me to and from band. when i play my music, i play it for you so you could hear what i am able to do. Love you.

ben
son

October 17, 2011