Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I miss you every day. There hasn’t been a day that I don’t think about you. You are the reason I’m a cop. You are the reason I strive to be the best man I can be. I miss you so much uncle Jimmy.

Deputy Joseph Saavedra
HCSO

September 13, 2022

Hiya Buddy ! ya know James, i just got the feeling I needed to post something right now .... so figure I'll do just that .... know you and your family are in our prayers always .... Hope you're up there with ST Michael and making him laugh like you did with all of us .... Miss ya everyday buddy .... See ya soon ..
Tom Mylett
Port of Corpus Christi PD
8/22/22

Director TOm Mylett
Port of Corpus Christi PD marine police/fire

August 22, 2022

Well James -- another honorable annual Police Memorial day here .... you were once again honored along with quite a few heroes from other local agencies. Your family is looking great, and your brother John as well ... You and your family remain in our families daily prayers - still miss you buddy, still miss your distinct laugh, and your incomparable sense of humor .... I've got no doubt you're with Christ and you watch over us all.... see ya soon James : )

Tom Mylett
Port of Corpus Christi PD

May 11, 2022

Hi dad! It’s been almost 14 years since God decided to take you home. I’m 19 now and in college. i may not have fulfilled your dreams as a UT cheerleader but i’m fixing to be living it up at UTSA. I can’t quite say things are easier now, if anything they are harder. i need you more now then i did when i was five. i needed you for high school, sports, graduation , and now college. i’m starting my life and it just doesn’t seem right that your not here physically to witness it. i need you so much but i know one day we will meet again and it will all be worth it. i love you more then you’ll ever know. watch over me

Annie Saavedra
Daughter of James Saavedra

August 16, 2021

Hey Buddy just touching base .... 11years and still seems like yesterday we were laughing at any one of hilarious things you would say : ) Know that you are still missed, still remembered, and that prayers are still said for you, Rachel and the kids (who look great by the way - growing up!)
Just a reminder that we think about/talk about you often still and I believe you're still keeping St Michael laughing .... while you're up there don't forget us --- and KNOW we won't forget you ... hope to see you again if He let's me in where you are :)

Director, Port Security Tom Mylett
Port of Corpus Christi/PD

December 19, 2019

Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. You showed me the type of man I strive to be everyday. I will forever do my best to make you happy and fill your shoes. Thank you for being the best uncle and being my hero. I love you and miss you RIP Uncle Jimmy.

Deputy Investigator J. Saavedra
Harris County Sheriff Office

April 8, 2019

Rest In Peace Brother. You are honored and remembered on the 10th anniversary of your EOW. Thank you and your family for your sacrifice and service.

Officer Mike Robinson, (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA

December 19, 2017

Hi James --- going on 9 years now ... today is the Corpus Christi Annual Police Memorial and, though I/we still miss you everyday, you and your family are among the many LEO's that will be remembered and honored again this year. Your kids are getting big !! :)
Miss ya buddy .... we'll never forget you

Tom Mylett, Chief of Police
Port of Corpus Christi Police Dept

May 16, 2016

Today marks the 8th anniversary. Having read the reflections left by your wife and nephew, it's clear just how loved and special you are. I say are because, though you have been physically taken, your spirit has no doubt stayed with them and all who miss you terribly.

Your wife is a woman to be admired and clearly, your kids are amazing. They are truly in my prayers.

May your rest continue to be peaceful, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

December 19, 2015

Hi James .... we are getting ready to honor and remember you, and too many of our brother/sister Officers, this morning, who gave their lives in the line of duty over the years. We still miss you, but it will be good to see your family again today. Rest in Peace buddy hope everybody up there is enjoying your sense of humor :)

Chief Tom Mylett
Port of Corpus Christi PD

May 11, 2015

Another year James .... heck, still seems like yesterday ... While you remain a part of this department, and are remembered every day - hope all is as good as it can be up there. We miss you buddy, and you'll be remembered at the Police Memorial here in 2 weeks ....
Until next we meet again :)

Chief Tom Mylett
Port of Corpus Christi PD

April 25, 2014

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

Greater Houston C.O.P.S.

December 18, 2013

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

Greater Houston C.O.P.S.

December 19, 2012

Happy Birthday James !!! Hope all is well up there, and you're keeping St Michael laughing .... we'll never forget ya, brother -- and as stated before, not a day goes by at the PD that you aren't remembered and missed.

Asst Chief Tom Mylett
Port PD

August 23, 2012

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Saavedra 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. Today, because of the sacrifice Officer Saavedra has made, the house of freedom is stronger, sturdier, and more secure.

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Officer Saavedra, 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 Saavedra 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.

For those who pledge to uphold it, Freedom requires a sacrifice the protected will never know.

DIRECTOR OF FBI
FBI New York City

June 27, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 4th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

I pray for the solace of all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. To your wife, I am so sorry you are now having to parent alone...I know it can be a real struggle and as a single parent, you too are a heroine because your husband's supreme sacrifice is also borne by all of his family.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

December 19, 2011

Rest in peace, Officer Saavedra. You're not forgotten.

Greater Houston C.O.P.S.

December 19, 2011

TO MY DEARLY HUSBAND IT HAS BEEN THREE YEARS NOW.IM VERY GRATEFUL THAT CHRISTMAS IS OVER.MY MEMORIES OF CHRISTMAS WILL NEVER BE THE SAME FOR ME.I WISH I COULD LEARN TO BE ABLE TO TALK ABOUT YOU WITHOUT CRYING.I NEED TO BE SO MUCH STRONGER OUR CHILDREN ARE DEPENDED ON ME AND IM ALL THE HAVE.I PUT DUECE IN T-BALL IT WAS HARD TO KNOW THAT YOU WERE NOT GOING TO BE THERE TO SUPPORT HIM AS I KNOW YOU WOULD I REMEMBER HOW MUCH YOU WOULD TALK ABOUT ALL THE PLANS YOU HAD FOR OUR SON.IM SORRY TO SAY THIS BUT THERES TIMES WERE I GET ANGRY AT YOU AND IM SORRY FOR THAT.BUT MY LOVE RAISING OUR 3 LITTLE ONES ALONE IS VERY HARD ON ME.I GUESS I GET ANGRY BECAUSE I NEED YOU AND SO DO THE CHILDREN SO MUCH.BUT I WILL NEVER LOVE THE WAY I LOVED YOU EVER AGAIN MY HEART STILL BELONGS TO YOU.MY COUNSELOR SAID I HAVE TO GIVE MYSELF PERMISSION TO LET GO AND MOVE ON.BUT SHE STILL HAS HER HUSBAND AND IT IS EASIER FOR HER TO SAY THAN FOR ME TO DO.THE CHILDREN HAVE ADJUSTED TO OUR NEW LIFE.THEY DO CRY FOR YOU ALOT STILL.ANNIE IS CHEERLEADING AND YOU WOULD BE SO PROUD OF HER.SHE SAYS THAT YOU WOULD ALWAYS TELL HER THAT SHE WAS GOING TO BE A TEXAS LONGHORN CHEERLEADER SO SHE IS GETTING PREPARED TO MAKE HER DAD PROUD AND HAPPY.RAQUEL WELL SHE IS JUST RAQUEL SHE CRIES ALOT FOR YOU NOW IN THE BEGGINNG SHE WOULDNT SO IT IS GOOD FOR HER.ARE YOU READY FOR DUECE HE HAS MAKE 7 TRIPS TO THE PRINCIPLES OFFICE THIS YEAR HUUMM I WONDER WHO HE GOT THAT FROM.

I LOVE YOU AND WILL ALWAYS BE THE LOVE OF MY LIFE.
YOUR WIFE RACHEL MARIE SAAVEDRA;

RACHEL SAAVEDRA
JAMES SAAVEDRAS WIFE

January 22, 2011

Well my brother... it has been three years since we celebrated your life. It has been a hard three years and there isn't a day that goes by that I do not think about you. I know that you are walking the beat in Heaven and watching over all of us. Miss ya!

Till we meet again my friend!

Det. Keith Strasheim
Corpus Christi, Texas Police Dept.

December 24, 2010

Throughout the year I read the reflections posted, but especially this time of year....We all continue to miss James, his personality, his humor, and his "can do" spirit. Every day his name comes up here at the PD with a smile and a "remember when ... " True example of a Police Officer, and an excellent human being. It remains an honor to have worked with him, and to have known him and his family. We all keep James, his wife and kids, and his Mom who recently passed away in our prayers and in our thoughts. Y'all stay safe !

Tom Mylett
Port PD

May 5, 2010

TO MY DEAR HUSBAND MAY ALWAYS LOOK DOWN ON US.YOU WOULD ALWAYS TELL ME THAT YOU WOULD REST WHEN YOU DIE SO MY DARLING YOU REST IN HEAVEN AND ALWAYS PROTECT YOUR CHILDREN DOWN HERE ON EARTH AND YOUR BROTHERS IN BLUE.WE DEEPLY MISS YOU IT HAS BEEN VERY DIFFUCULT FOR US AND THERE HAS BEEN DAYS THAT I FEEL THAT I WILL NOT MAKE IT THRU THE DAY.BUT THANK GOD FOR OUR 3 CHILDREN THEY GIVE ME THE REASON TO GO ON.ANNIE TOOK IT VERY HARD BUT WITH COUNSELING AND TIME SHE HAS LEARNED TO COPE WITH IT NOW AS FOR RAQUEL I AM WORRIED ABOUT HER I BELIEVE SHE AS STUFFED IT SO SHE WILL NOT DEAL WITH IT FROM TIME TO TIME SHE JUST STARTS CRYING SHE HAS NOT LEFT MY SIDE SHE TELLS ME THAT SHE IS SCARED TO LEAVE ME BECAUSE SHE IS WORRIED ABOUT ME DYING SO SHE REFUSES TO GO ANY WHERE OR STAY WITH ANYBODY SHE DOES NOT WANT TO TELL THE COUNSELOR ANYTHING AND WHEN THE COUNSELOR MENTIONS YOU SHE CHANGES THE SUBJECT I AM VERY WORRIED ABOUT HER.NOW FOR DUECE HE IS A SPLIT IMAGE OF YOU AND IS A PISTOL. HE IS SO FUNNY AND REMINDS ME SO MUCH OF YOU.HE KEEPS ME ON MY TOES AND HE ALWAYS SAYS THE HE WANTS TO GO TOO HEAVEN TO GO SEE YOU..WELL MY LOVE YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN EVER.AND THANKS FOR BEING SUCH A WONDERFUL HUSBAND AND FATHER WE ALL LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU DEEPLY....

FROM YOUR WIFE RACHEL SAAVEDRA;;ARGUING WITH A POLICE OFFICER IS LIKE WRESTLING WITH A PIG.EVENTUALLY YOU REALIZE THAT THE PIG LIKES IT;;;

RACHEL MARIE SAAVEDRA
WIFE OF JAMES A SAAVEDRA

August 11, 2009

RIP brother and good friend you will be missed

Daniel Jaramillo
Orange Grove Police Dept

March 21, 2009

James my brother it has been a little over a year now. You are still greatly missed and it will always be that way. Carla, the kids and I went out to your grave on the 19th and placed flowers next to all the others that were laid there. You life was cut way too short, but you are now in Heaven. A place where everything is peaceful and beautiful. Continue to keep watch over us all and we will continue to watch over your family. God Bless You Bro!

Det. Keith Strasheim
Corpus Christi, Texas Police Dept

January 2, 2009

Officer Saavedra, today marks the first anniversary of your tragic death. Accidents happen and all too often they have lethal consequences. I hope everyone else involved is now doing well though I feel their grief may last a lifetime. For all your service in law enforcement, I thank you.

Those who knew and loved you can never replace you but I cannot help but feel, you have never truly left them.

God Bless and may you continue to Rest in Peace, Brother.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

December 19, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this first anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06

December 19, 2008