Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To the family and friends of Officer Simmons,

My sincerest condolences for your lost. May you find peace in the fond memories that you have. Take comfort in knowing that he led by example and was well loved by others. God be with all of you...

JR
Wife of Deputy, LASD

February 15, 2008

I AM WATCHING YOUR FUNARAL ON TV AS I WRITE THIS!!! AND I RALIZE THAT YOU WERE SUCH A GREAT PERSON MY GOD! NEVER HAVE I HEARD SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON NOT JUST AS A POLICE OFFICER BUT, JUST AS A PERSON OF THE COMMUNITY AND A PERSON AND GENRAL!!!!! WOW YOU WILL BE MISSED MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER!!! THANK YOU FOR PROTECTING AND SERVING MY LOS ANGELES COUNTY... AND THE KIDS IT WAS ALWAYS FOR THE KIDS YOUR A GREAT GUY!!!! AND ONE GOOD FOOTBALL PLAYER!!!!!! YOU WILL BE MISSED BY MANY BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN RANDY!!!!!!!!

LATINA

latina
CITIZEN

February 15, 2008

What a beautiful person who has renewed my faith in the human spirit. God bless Randy Simmons!

Phillip Williams
citizen

February 15, 2008

to the family/friends of Randy Simmons - you are a true angel! Thank you for taking care of LA.

God Bless your family & friends.

YY - Alta Loma, CA

Yvonne Y. Citizen

February 15, 2008

May God bless you for your time and service. A true hero. As your fellow officers continue to watch the beat, we know that heaven has a new angel to watch over everyone of them.

FORMER LAW ENFORCEMENT TEXAS

February 15, 2008

To the Family and officers of L.A.P.D. - A great man, will be missed by all. Randy is now with God watching all of us. God Bless and our prayers are with you, from our Family to yours.

Detective
L.A.S.D. - Narcotics

February 15, 2008

Don't Cry For Me
by Jamie Scott

Don't cry for me my brother
because I am not alone.
I've gone to be with the lord
at a place I now call home.

Don't cry for me my sister.
My pain is gone at last.
God took me up to heaven
and put it in the past.

Don't cry for me my mother and father...
to you both I will always be bound.
Just know that it is god's love
hat now keeps me safe and sound.

Don't cry for me my son,
because I can't be there to watch you go through life.
Just know that I was
there the day you took your wife.

Don't cry for me my loved ones,
because we are apart.
If you want to have me near you,
all just look inside your heart.
Just a poem i found i know your walking around heaven. God bless his family and keep them safe in your arms.

Marquita LaGarde
Citizen

February 15, 2008

I am watching the funeral service of Randy Simmons as I write this memorial...I have had to consistently wipe away tears as the individuals speak...What a tremendous legacy this incredible man of God has left...over 10,000 people in the faith dome! We pray for you, his family, that God will give you His peace that passes all understanding!

Mike Martin

Mike Martin
Citizen

February 15, 2008

Thank you for your service. You are in my prayers.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
CHP-Stockton

February 15, 2008

God Bless You And Keep you cradle in his arms. God has said well done thy good and faithful servant. Your good works spoke for you. Praying for you family.

J. Simmons

citizen of the community

February 15, 2008

To the family
just remember that earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal. Just keep looking up and my God make each day better for you

Sandra Tackwood
Concern Citzen

February 15, 2008

We lost a great hero. My heartfelt condolences to Officer Simmons' family and co workers.

Diane Hyatt Little
Lake Elsinore, CA

Diane Hyatt Little
Citizen of California

February 15, 2008

May God be with you and your family today. This will be the hardest day of their life. Thank you for laying your life on the line day after day for so many years for everyone else. Your bravery will never be forgotten.

FPD

February 15, 2008

What does the face of a hero look like?

The face of a hero is determined.
Determined to get the job done, determined to succeed.
It is a face which does not waver when confronting death in battle.
It is the face of a police officer. A rare, special breed.

The face of a hero is masked.
From under a helmet, sweat-soaked brows furrow in concentration.
The SWAT patch ripples with the movement of an arm.
It is an arm holding a gun. He hopes he will make it back to the station.

The face of a hero is brave.
Self-sacrifice is more than a noble idea; it is part of a daily routine.
“To Protect and To Serve” is more than just a slogan.
It is a way of life, even when those being rescued shout insults obscene.

The face of a hero is tired.
Tired of working relentlessly into overtime hours.
While the rest of the world sleeps, he must be ready to spring into action.
His body bleeds, and it aches. All he wants is a warm shower.

The face of a hero is proud.
Proud to be serving something greater than one’s self.
Every time the uniform comes on, this world is a little safer.
For his city, his country, his family, his friends...everyone but himself.

The face of a hero can be male or female.
It can be lined with wisdom that comes from years of victory and defeat,
Or fresh with the eagerness of one just out of the Academy.
But they have one thing in common, and that is the badge they wear on the street.

Sometimes...sometimes the face of a hero does not wake again.
Rather, it watches over loved ones and comrades. In Heaven, weary eyes can rest.
These heroes hold a special place in our hearts. They are valiant men and women.
To have been touched by such a hero...truly, is to be blessed.

RL

February 15, 2008

For making the ultimate sacrifice, you have my sincerest admiration and respect. May you rest in peace and never be forgotten.

Sergeant Daniel P. Morley
Saratoga County Sheriff's Office

February 15, 2008

What can be said...you will be deeply missed, what a terrible loss for your family, friends,the community and the LAPD...I pray that you are at peace with the Lord and rest easy for your good works will continue on especially through all of those who knew you.

a citizen that cares

February 14, 2008

"Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God"

M.Ortiz
Brother of Deputy Jerry Ortiz
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Dept.
EOW 06/24/2005

February 14, 2008

To a Man who truly served GOD, his family, and the community. Job well done, and unconditionally.

REST IN PEACE OFFICER RANDAL SIMMONS FOREVER.

cherie jones

cherie jones
citizen

February 14, 2008

I remember meeting you several times because you were my dad's partner for a long time. You were always so nice, with a nice smile, a memorable laugh, and you were really tall. Thanks for watching my dad's back and for being a great friend. My heart breaks for your family, and they're in my prayers.

Shannon Anderson Watt
daughter of a very close friend

February 14, 2008

Another hero lost. Our hearts are heavy with great sadness. You will never be forgotten. It hurts my heart to know how people have no regard for life. These men and women risk their lives, for us, people they don't even know. Without a second thought. What us families deal with everytime our mates go off to work. I never could understand how these officers lay down thier lives for people that don't even care. What a example of such a giving person, on the part of them and their families. May God embrace your and your family in this most difficult time. I just feel so crushed to know another wonderful man has lost his life. If only their were more men like you and my husband. I am so pround to know our families our part of such a awesome brotherhood.

Spouse of Riverside Sheriff

February 14, 2008

My heart goes out to your family during this tragic time. I am so thankful that their are officers out there like you protecting our streets! You are a hero and made the ultimate sacrafice. You will never be forgotten. Below is a poem I saw when by brother in law passed away John Miller CHP EOW 11-16-07
I never dreamed it would be me
My name for all eternity
Recorded here at this hallowed place
Alas, my name, no more my face
"In the line of duty" I hear them say
My family now the price will pay
My folded flag stained with tears
We only had those few short years
The badge no longer on my chest
I sleep now in eternal rest
My sword I pass to those behind
And pray they keep this in mind
I never dreamed it would be me
And with heavy heart and bended knee
I ask for all here from the past
Dear God, let my name be the last!
(I don't know the author)
God bless your family and may you rest in eternal peace

Jennifer
Citizen

February 14, 2008

Randy,

You are a true hero and the LAPD lost one of it's very best. I remember seeing you at the academy along with the other SWAT officers and you guys are truly the best. May you rest in peace and look over the other officers of the Department. You will be truly missed not only by your loving family but by an entire community that looked up to you. Rest in peace.

Detective George Leiva (Retired)
Los Angeles Police Department

February 14, 2008

Rest in peace officer , thank you for your service and dedecation.

Jayson Mills

February 14, 2008

Heavenly Father,
Each time I walk this long walk, I pray I might be prepared to meet any confrontation I may encounter. That I might never be the undue aggressor, never lose my tongue in anger, and always put forth my best efforts for each task.

And if ever I am called on to face the ultimate trial of life and death, that I might be victorious, in the name of all for which I stand. If not, that as I leave this world, I might drive the soul of my aggressor before me.

Amen.
God bless any may the lord watch over you.

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cc

February 14, 2008

I'm a frequent visitor to L.A from Ireland ....with family and friends in LAPD.. I wish to express my sympathy with Randy's family, colleagues and friends and with the greater community who will greatly miss such a caring and dedicated officer.
I can tell from the moving tributes that he was a man held in very high regard and my thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this time.
civilian, Ireland

Maureen Corr, civilian
relatives in LAPD,

February 14, 2008