Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace brother. My thoughts and prayers are with your family,friends, and coworkers

Off. B.P. Engelhardt
El Cajon Police Department, Ca

December 17, 2008

Officer Sanders,
Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. You and your family are in our prayers. Rest Easy Brother!

Dep. Paul Sperandeo, Ofc. Amy Sperandeo
Jefferson Parish Sheriffs Office, Gretna Police Dept La

December 17, 2008

My prayers and thoughts are with this family. A few months ago we lost one of our own due to being struck by a vehicle while directing traffic at an accident. Really hurts when good people are taken from us so suddenly. Your watch has been transfered to another, 10-42 my brother.

Sgt. Pam Lentz
Monroe Co. Sheriff Dept. Indiana

December 17, 2008

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE.....YOU ARE A TRUE HERO...MY CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO ALL OF YOUR FAMILY.....YOUR SIS IN BLUE...

PFC/DIST.IV/OXON HILL
PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY, MARYLAND

December 17, 2008

Rest in peace, brother, you did your part.

Officer G
California Highway Patrol

December 17, 2008

My thoughts are with all of your loved ones and close friends during this very trying time. Keep watch over all of them. I ask that your brothers and sisters in blue come to the aid of your loved ones and always keep your memory alive. You are a true hero.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

December 17, 2008

Rest in Peace Sir.............

Officer Thomas Wiederhold
Fort Worth Texas Police

December 17, 2008

Officer Sanders:

You were willing to lay it all on the line for all of us in Iraq, and you chose to continue to serve all of us in California upon your safe return home. God bless you, sir, for being who you are. While I'm sure you didn't want things to end the way they did, you still gave your life for the public you faithfully served.

To the family, friends, and fellow Officers:

While no words can ease your grief, I'm prayin' for peace and relief to come your way, especially as you get through the holidays. Look to God, and He'll guide you through these dark days.

God bless you all

Anonymous
Southern California resident

December 17, 2008

REST IN PEACE BROTHER. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.

Deputy Davis
Pittsylvania County Sheriffs Office (Va.)

December 17, 2008

our thoughts and prayers are with the sanders family as our hearts also break. thank you for your service, all of you. may god hold you in his hands and care for your sweet babies.

chp family #6339 and #18136

December 17, 2008

Rest in peace brother, your sacrifice will never be forgotten........

Detective Edward Carlile
Northfield PD (OH)

December 17, 2008

May the Lord give his family strength to deal with this tragedy and bless them in the future. He was one of few with the courage to protect fellow citizens. We all know the ultimate price that we may have to pay when accepting this career path. He chose to serve his fellow man and protect those who cannot or will not protect themselves. I hope those that worked with him know that his spirit should still be there when back is required.

A.C. Holguin
US Border Patrol

December 17, 2008

Joe, it seems only yesterday you reported to the Santa Fe Springs Area to begin your career. Your love for the job and thrill to work the road were contagious to your peers. You knew how special it was to be a California Highway Patrol Officer. While your time with us was short, you made an immeasurable impact on those around you. Think of all the lives you saved: the DUI driver, the stranded motorists with no friends/funds/family, etc... your presence alone made us safer.

It was sure pouring rain that morning. I can only think of how wet and cold you were with that flare in your hand walking down the freeway. The red glow, the smoke, the heat shooting little sparks on your rain gear. And then it happened so quickly. I put myself in your situation so many times in the past. So many times doing exactly the same thing you did. Why you?


When I think of your children growing up without their father, I feel so very sad. But, I can tell you this much Joe; they will be okay. But, it will take time. I lost my father at a young age and I personally know what it is like. Your family is part of our family. You children are our children. They will grow up and remember you and we will be there to tell them about you. You will not be forgotten.

Sergeant D. Woodbury
California Highway Patrol

December 17, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Sanders family and friends during this terrible time.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO

December 17, 2008

My thoughts and pratyers are with Officer Sanders' family, friends and the entire California Highway Patrol family. May the Lord Jesus Christ give confort during this time. May we all be ready to meet God at any given time.....this could be any one of us.

TROOPER JOHN C. MOORE
WISCONSIN STATE PATROL

December 17, 2008

May God be with Officer Sanders's family at this time. There are no words that can ease the pain, but know my prayers are with you.

Sheri Williams
Private Investigator

December 17, 2008

Rest in peace young warrior with our thanks.

Sgt. Jeff Johnson
Jefferson County kentucky S.O.

December 17, 2008

To the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Sanders, I send my deepest condolences. He is a true hero, and know that there are many of us who deeply appreciate his sacrifice.

Jamie Johnson, sister of
Officer Jon C. Cook, SPFD
eow 06/12/2002

Anonymous

December 17, 2008

God Bless Mrs. Sanders and your kids....Your husband and Dad is a HERO. Always remember him in that way....He was given the greatest Christmas gift anyone could ask for and that's to rest in heaven. He'll always be with you! God Bless.

Investigator Sam Buice
DeKalb County, Georgia

December 17, 2008

Though your time on the patrol was brief, I have no doubt that you "made a difference" to many. Thank you Officer Sanders, for your service. Rest in Peace... "The Family" will watch over yours, and make sure you are remembered with honor, dignity, and pride.

Central Division CHP Wife
Officer's Spouse

December 17, 2008

Rest in Peace...

Detective
Syracuse Police Dept,NY

December 17, 2008

The members at Arresting Hearts wish to offer their deepest heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Joseph Sanders. Because of Officer Sanders‘ ultimate sacrifice we live in a safer place. We thank you for your service and your dedication.


The Lord replied, “The years when you have seen only one set of footprints, my child, is when I carried you.” Mary Stevenson 1936



With love and respect,

The members and staff of Arresting Hearts

Anonymous

December 17, 2008

Rest in peace Officer Sanders. You will be missed but never forgotten...

Sergeant Chris DiToro
NYPD

December 17, 2008

RIP Brother

My thoughts and prayers go out to your wife, children, family, and many friends you leave behind. May God Bless you and the CHP family. Please keep us all safe as we continue your work down here.

Your children will never forget you and neither will anyone else.

Heroes live forever.

Officer
Grand Rapids PD, Michigan

December 17, 2008

My Condolenses go out to the family and friends of Officer Joesph Sanders, as well as his department. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I am also a recent widow--my husband was just killed in the line of duty in Richmond California.
To the wife of Officer Sanders--my heart goes out to you and your babies, and your unborn child. I am so very sorry for your loss...I have been thinking about you since I heard of this horrible news. I completly understand what you are going through, but just know that you are not alone. If you ever need to talk, even though we are strangers, we are always LE family--please know that you are not alone. You can email me anytime. [email protected]
To Officer Sanders...Your dedication to your department is appreciated more than you know.
Susan Moody ---Wife of Officer Bradley Moody EOW 10-7-08

Susan Moody

December 17, 2008