Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Final Call
An Angel in the Sky Must Leave Her Place of Rest.
Gently Tucking Her Wings Beneath Her Armored Vest.
For Duty has called, There is much work to do.
Little did She Know, This One is Dress in Blue.

Arriving on the Scene, She Knows Just what to say,
Follow me, Fallen Sister, Ill show you the way,"
Your Duty has Ended, Your Work is now through,"
Come Hang your Ha beside Mine, Im a Cop too"

Rest in peace, Senior Investigator Laura J. Cleaves.
When one is Fallen we all feel the pain,

To Laura Cleaves, Husband,Daughters, Family, Friends.
and co workers with the Santa Barbara County District
Attorney Office,
I pray for each of you to find the strength to get
these nexts few days, God will give you comfort,
As I know and feel your pain,

Peace I leave with you my peace I give you,
John 14-27 God Bless Each of You,

Mother of a Deputy Sheriff,
Maryland.

May 15, 2008

GOD bless Investigator Cleaves and her family. Rest in peace and thank you for serving this great nation........

MASTER TROOPER J.R. FLEMING
NC STATE HIGHWAY PATROL

May 15, 2008

Gods' speed.

Patrolman Chris Bodan
Shelby County Sheriff's Office

May 15, 2008

Thank you for your service. God bless!

Officer

May 15, 2008

May you Rest in Peace...........

Officer Thomas Wiederhold
Fort Worth Texas Police

May 15, 2008

Thank you for your long and hard won service, my sister. I know it must have been difficult starting as a woman in law enforcement in the late 70's. I myself started in the mid 80's and there was still many a road to pave. We are heartbroken to lose you, but we know you are safe, sound and happy forever. Condolences to those you leave behind and may they take solace in these words: "Blessed are the Peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9

Patricia Locke
Federal Officer, US Postal Inspectors, Grand Rapids, MI

May 15, 2008

I offer my sincere condolences...to the husband...two
daughters...and extended family...of Senior Investigator Laura J. Cleaves.

To lose a loved one...because of another...who would get behind the wheel...despite their drinking...is infuriating.

This is a very tragic...and difficult loss...and I pray that this family...will receive an abundance of God's grace...as they cope...during this most difficult...and sad time.

May God's perpetual light...shine upon the soul of Senior Investigator Laura J. Cleaves...and may she rest...in His eternal peace...for having dedicated so many years...to the protection...and service of her community.

With my deepest sympathy.

Anita L. Culosis
sister of NYS Tpr. Salvatore J. Embarrato eow 7/6/61

May 15, 2008

REST IN PEACE FELLOW LAW ENFORCER, WE NOW HAVE YOUR WATCH.
GODSPEED

RETIRED DEPUTY/SGT
IOWA

May 15, 2008

To All Friends of Invest. Cleaves. May God Bless you and help you in this time of Sorrow. may you rest in peace Sister , thanks for your dedicated service

Detective LD CAlhoun
Naugatuck CT PD

May 15, 2008

Senior Investigator Laura J. Cleaves
"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be
called the children of God." Matthew 5:9.

"...I pray that our heavenly Father may assuage
the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only
the cherished memory of the loved and lost,
and the solemn pride that must be yours to have
laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom.
Yours very sincerely and respectfully, Abraham Lincoln..."

God Speed my Sister.. Heroes Live Forever!

Lt. R.T. Ernie Willis, Ret.
Cleveland Co. Sheriff's Office NC

May 15, 2008

My prayers go out to your fellow Officers, community, family and friends. You will not be forgotten. May you rest in peace Investigator Cleaves.

Cpl Jean Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP Service, Traffic & Escort Unit

May 15, 2008

Rest in peace sister, you will not be forgotten.

Patrolman Shaun McCready
Altoona (PA) Police Department

May 15, 2008

Dear Family, Friends and Co-Workers of Senior Investigator Cleaves,

How saddened we were to learn of your grievous loss. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Keep focused on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time of your fresh grief and may you find a small measure of comfort in knowing there are many people who care. May God grant you the strength to face each day.

Sandra Crouch
Surviving Spouse of Officer Thomas Crouch
E.O.W. 10-31-91

Maryland Transportation Authority Police

May 15, 2008

Rest in peace m'am. You will not be forgotten.

Thoughts and prayers are with the family.

LEO wife
Marion County, TX

May 15, 2008

Rest in peace

May 15, 2008

Rest in Peace Sister...

Sgt. Keith Strasheim
Corpus Christi, Texas PD

May 15, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say.

But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from Heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through
God picked me up and hugged me and he said,'I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.
I need you here badly, you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.'
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the days chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....In the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years.
Because you are only human they are bound to bring tears.
But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you, you would not understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you, and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it by taking one step at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you to;
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night...."My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented...that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low:
Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be free.
Remember you're not going...you're coming here to me.
I will always be with you!
What a tragedy. A life taken so quickly by someone who had no value for life and took away a wife and a mother in the blink of an eye. Our prayers and thoughts will be with all of you at this dark time and through the next heartbreaking days. She will never be forgotten and she will always be a hero.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Canon City, Colorado

Marilyn Robinson
Canon Internet Radio

May 15, 2008

You've fought the noble fight and now God has called you home. Return to Him in honor, my sister, and rest forever in peace. Thank you for your selfless sacrifice. You are my Hero!

Jeff
Former GPD Officer

May 15, 2008

Gone, but never forgotten, Rest easy now my Sister in Law, your watch on earth is over...

SGT. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia County Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.

May 15, 2008

On behalf of the 5,200 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Senior Investigator Cleaves’ family as well as the members of the Santa Barbara County District Attorney’s Office. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

May 15, 2008

Thank you for your willingness to serve your fellowman. God bless you and your loved ones. May the Lord grant your loved ones the strength to endure during this difficult time. Rest in peace my sister.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables

May 15, 2008

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of Senior Investigator Laura Cleaves~you're in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May God help heal your hearts and give you strength to carry on. May you find comfort and support with those around you.
God bless you & rest in peace, Investigator Cleaves!

Gail M. Pabst
Aunt of a fallen Michigan P.O. eow 2004

May 15, 2008

may god bless you and your family always. You will never be forgotten.

D. Gonzalez, Investigations Section
Federal Bureau Of Prisons

May 15, 2008

I am so very sorry.
Susie of Barling, AR

susie cross
sister of police officer

May 15, 2008

REST IN PEACE.

INVESTIGATOR BOB CAMERON
CLEVELAND HTS PD (OHIO)

May 15, 2008