Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"Here am I, Send Me!"

The bell has rung, the time is here.
We must face our challenges
and show no fear.
I have my brothers, to my left and my right.
We are trained and stand ready
To "fight the good fight."


We arrive on scene and hear the information.
We strap on our gear
with nervous anticipation.
My teammates sit focused, with a thousand yard stare.
We all may be nervous
but no one is scared!


Silent prayers go up in the night
from our families at home
who tremble with fright.
We pray as well, to our almighty Father
"Give us wisdom and strength,
let us serve with honor."


For this is the job we were called to do.
We did not ask for this fight
but now, we'll see it through.
I thank you Lord, for the men on this team,
who stand and proclaim,
"Hear am I, send me!"

Isaiah 6:8 "I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Hear am I, send me!"

Cpl. Mike A. Hagar
Arkansas State Police SWAT

Anonymous

October 7, 2008

To the family and friends of Officer Randy Simmons and the members of the Los Angeles Police Department, and most especially to Randy:

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Officer Randy Simmons was tragically killed.

To Randy's family, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in the Bay Area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

Reading the many loving and admiring reflections, I know that Randy lived a faith-based life, that he led by example, and that he lived his life with a profound sense of duty. He was one of God's many gifts to humanity.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Randy gave to his community and the citizens of California, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on February 7, 2008

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD (CA), eow 4/24/05

Phyllis Loya
mother of Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

September 25, 2008

To the family of officer Randy Simmons I send you my thoughts and prayer. I know what you are going through at this time. My father was Officer Nick Sintic who was killed in the line of duty in Febuary of 1976. I was only 7 years old and my brother was 2 when he died. I cant offer much but if you or your children have any questions that i might be able to help with please email me. A am very soory for your loss. Thank Nicole sintic

Nicole Sintic
Daughter of a fallen Officer

September 5, 2008

I'll really miss you Randy. The whole force will miss you.

Lt.
LAPD

July 18, 2008

To those who loved Officer Simmons, my heart goes to you all, especially to his fiancee. Know that you're not alone in this journey you walk. I lost my fiance in the line of duty January 2003 and my world was forever changed. It's been a long hard road, and even as time as gone forward, and I've found many reasons and ways to smile, I still have not forgotten the man that he was. Dennis was a beautiful person and he forever has a part of my heart, just as I'm sure Randy will always be a part of yours.

It takes a special person to put their lives on the line everyday to make this world a little safer for us all. I know many of these men never would've thought of themselves as "heroes" but they were in so many ways. It's sad that it they had to lose their lives for some of us to see that. Having said that, thank you Officer Simmons for helping to make this world a better place. You will not be forgotten here in Winnipeg. I know this isn't a very manly thing to do, but if you happen to run into Dennis up there, please give him a big hug for the kids and I. Dennis was a good man and we miss him more than words can say.

Wishing those who loved you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Dennis Ray McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

July 15, 2008

Rest in peace dear son of all of us mothers who have lost our beautiful children while they were protecting the citizens of our land. My condolences to your family, your fellow officers and especially to the community that will be without your service. We give our children to the world after we bear, nurture, love and teach them to go forward with honor. The pain of losing a child is without description. May your family find peace.

Mother of fallen CHP Officer Scott Russell EOW 07/31/07

June 23, 2008

May GOD keep you and watch over your family, friends, and coworkers during these trying times.

Gone, but never forgotten.

Carlos

June 19, 2008

Rest in peace Randy, see/ya on the flip/flop.

SGT RON BUCHHOLZ
SANDOVAL CO SHERIFF NM (EX LASD LKD)

June 10, 2008

God bless the Thebeau family during this time of sorrow. Althought, I didn't know Randal, he seems to have been a great person. Randal, thank you for your service and for serving the citizens of California. Officer Randel the flag of the United States of America and the California flag has your blood sewn into the fabric, it shall wave forever in your honor. God bless you for serving the community.

Bernie Norwood
Safety Manager

June 9, 2008

Few know the level of talent, commitment, and heart it takes to be a SWAT operator. I along with our team pray for you, your family, and your swat/police family. 1*

Lieutenant/Swat Darren Abbacchi
Wake Forest Police Department

June 5, 2008

I am a cavalry scout in the US Army and my mother was a sheriff's deputy in Texas when I was a boy. I remember how scared I was every time she went to work. Her partner was wounded after she retired and the man he was with was killed (Clay Madrano). As a soldier and combat veteran, I respect any man who has the guts to be a police officer in this country. At Randy's age, he could have sat behind a desk or put in retirement papers, but he chose to lead from the front.

Thank God that such a man lived. His family has a man they can forever be proud of.

SGT Joseph Cole
United States Army (fellow crossfit afficianado)

May 30, 2008

God bless your family. From the Compton School Police Department

Compton School Police Officers Assn.
Compton School Police

May 19, 2008

as a public servant,you were the best. i have pumped it up a notch in your memory as i serve the sick. thank you for being a role model. you will never be absent..peace to your family.

carolyn mitchell
friend

May 15, 2008

SWAT is the last line of defense against criminals. The honor given with the title of SWAT is grand.

-some people live to protect and serve, some people die to protect and serve.-

-----cody eigenberger-----

Cody Eigenberger
Dubuque, Iowa

May 14, 2008

This is the first time that I have heard about officer Simmons being killed. It is a very sad thing, but what can anyone do? Even giving money cannot heal the wounds.

May 8, 2008

Officer Simmons,

I salute you and your ultimate sacrifice. SWAT Operators are called upon to handle situations that most people would run from. You dedicated over half of your life serving and protecting. I can only hope to stand as tall as you over the course of my career.

FTO Chris Kirk
SWAT/Training - NSB, FLORIDA

May 7, 2008

RANDY WAS A GREAT PERSON EVEN IN HIGH SCHOOL WHEN I MET HIM. ONE DAY WE WALKED FROM FAIRFAX HIGH TO LOS ANGELES HIGH AND I REMEMBER RANDY GIVING ME GOOD ADVICE THAT DAY. WE LIFTED WEIGHTS TOGETHER. HE HAD GREAT TRICEPS AND I ALWAYS WORKED ON MY TRICEPS REMEMBERING HOW GREAT RANDY'S LOOKED. THEY CALLED HIM SAMBO, DON'T KNOW WHY AND THE NAME WASN'T USED IN A DEROGATORY MANOR. TO MY GREAT FRIEND, THANKS FOR THE GOOD ADVICE THAT DAY. IT WAS A HONOR TO KNOW YOU.

MARK DAY
FRIEND I ATTENDED FAIRFAX HIGH WITH RANDY

April 25, 2008

Thank you for who you were to us. May God bless and keep you and your family.

Jeff Compton
Citizen, Alabama

April 25, 2008

JUST ANOTHER DAY

It was a day like today.
Just another day.
“Hours of Boredom Punctuated With Seconds of Terror.”

Just another day – but a day unlike all others.

The day the defender became the victim.
The day the chaos breached the “thin blue line”.

Bob Marlowe
Grateful citizen

April 20, 2008

My son, Tom Ballman was killed om a massacre of 5 people in Kirkwood, Mo on this same day. He was only 37 yrs old and had two small children_ 3 and 5 yrs old. He was my only son and I grieve tremendously for this loss. I know you are grieving just like I.

I know that I lost parents, husbands - but nothing is as bad as losing a child. I ache for him.

May God hold you in his arms as I pray he does for me.

Sue Miller, Mother

Sue Carol Miller
Mother of Tom Ballman, killed 2/7/08

April 17, 2008

To the Simmons Family,

Please accept my sincerest condolences, you're in my prayers. Know that Randy is in a much better place!

Detective Frank Romero

Detective Frank Romero
Fountain Police Dept. Colorado

April 9, 2008

Rest in Peace Officer Simmons. You will be missed by many. I know that you are watching over us going over your Tac plan in heaven. You did not die in vain and we will always remember you as we strap on our vests and do God's work. Go with god......

Sergeant Chris DiToro
NYPD

April 7, 2008

God Bless You Randy. (even though I live in O.County) I know I am one of the many that have been touched by your story due to so many wonderful services towards the community, children, family, etc. R.I.P!! :) and once again...god bless such a mighty man!

Anna
civilian

March 22, 2008

God bless the family, friends, and comrades of this hero.

SPC Pinto
United States Army Military Police

March 21, 2008

May God bless your family in your absence and may the community you served always remember your sacrifice.

RIP Brother

Officer Sweeten
LPD

March 18, 2008