Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers. God Bless. Heroes Live Forever.

Elwaer 2161
South Bend PD

January 8, 2011

I know my husband valued yours as a friend and a trusted officer. Our hearts still grieve for your loss. You are not forgotten neither is your sacrifice. God Bless

Robin Spencer
Police Officer's wife

October 28, 2010

Happy 23rd Anniversary Jim.
I love and miss you so much. You can be so proud of our kids, they are making sure I get through today. I know you are always with us, watching over us and keeping us safe but we miss you and think of you everyday, all day. Give Ricky boy a big hug from mamma, I love you. I am so blessed that you are my husband.
Love with all my heart,
Debbie

Debbie Szuba
Spouse

October 17, 2010

In Celebation of Our Special Day
A Marriae is Measured
by more that just years-
it's measured by living,
by laughter ad tears...
by good times, contentment,
and dreams that come true...
and also by hard times
that loves brings you through
A Marriage is greater
than simply the sum
of all you've accomplished
and how far you've come...
it's people whose lives
you have touched in some way
and values you've stood for
and lived day by day.
A Marriage is Measured
by lessons you've learned,
examples you've set,
and respect you have earned.
It's forged in the balance
the two of us find
in partnership, friendship,
and love all combined.
Happy 23rd Anniversary Jim
I love and miss you so much.
I thank God everyday that you
are in my life.
10/17/10
Debbie

Debbie Szuba

October 17, 2010

The Dail family of Ocala, Florida sends our deepest condolences to you and sincerest love. We are praying for you and grieving with you. May the LORD carry you and protect and provide for you. Trust Him, rest in Him.

The Dail family, Ocala, FL
in-laws Ofc. Tony Zeppetella eow:6/13/03

July 2, 2010

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiancé Dennis. Every time I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the officer they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Corporal Szuba, especially to his wife. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. (The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. I can also be found on Face Book.) You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for James, he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember James' life and the MAN that he was. Remember that James' life was about so much more than the way he died. James will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Corporal Szuba, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiancé Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been seven years and a half years but he's still very much missed and forever loved.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne :)

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancée of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

June 26, 2010

Jim

We had a rifle shoot last week. Weather was great, shooting was good. The Irish boy, as well as the (fellow) Polock and I were remembering back to the intial patrol rifle school that you taught. Great freakin school. Probably the most fun I have had in a training environment. Six months, plus. Sucks. Miss you, brother.

Steve Headley
MPD

June 20, 2010

As a former SAR Member - It was a shame both lives were lost. In Memorial to Both Officer and Dog, We have named one of our German Shepherds up for Adoption " SZUBA" to incorporate both Officer Szuba and Rickie"

We send our condolences to the family. Check our website for any news on his adoption and where German Shepherd Szuba ends up.

Anonymous

June 11, 2010

Jim I have tried to write here before but couldn't. It's been almost a year that I moved but it feels like yesterday we were fishing for gills in Dugger. I hope you know how much I respect you and appreciate all you had done for me. I hope Deb and the kids are doing good, I know it must be hard. Look after all of us and I'll see you some day. Thanks again for being a good friend.

Ofc. and Friend Chad Smith
Jupiter, FL.

May 5, 2010

Jimmy - It's been 103 days since you were taken from us. You can't imagine the unbearable grief the whole family is going through. We all miss you so very much. There isn't a day that passes that we don't think of you and what a great brother you were. We know that you are with dad in heaven and some day we'll all see each other again.

Love you always -
your sister, Kathy

Kathleen Atkins
sister

April 20, 2010

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Corporal J. Szuba,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Corporal James J. Szuba. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Corporal james J. Szuba is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

Anonymous

March 27, 2010

Thank you for the job that you did. God bless you and your family.

Deputy Doug Sullivan
Fresno County Sheriff's Office

March 22, 2010

You will forever be in my thoughts and prayers♥♥♥♥

Retired Sgt. Kathy Hamilton
Mishawaka Police Department

March 12, 2010

Thank you for your service to your community, Corporal Szuba. Praying for your family, friends, and fellow officers. Rest in peace.

Kathy Bubb
Caring Citizen

March 10, 2010

Jim, St. Patricks Day is coming up and you are still an honorary leprachan, as long as I can still be an honorary polish boy for Dyngus Day. I will be walking in the St. Paddy's day parade, I've asked Josh to walk with me. I miss seeing you and having you say "How the Hell are you Robert McCahill" thanks for being a true friend and hero.
Irish boy

Anonymous

March 10, 2010

Hey Jim, I'm going to miss those green boots. Thank you for everything. You will be sadly missed. Keep us safe bro.

Anonymous

February 17, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with those friends and family members that are left behind and cannot follow. Rest in peace my brother in blue...we will take it from here.

PFC Adam F Laser
Westminster City Police Department

February 17, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service.

Rest In Peace and I'll see you on the other side.

Sgt Don "Boots" Jensen

Don P Jensen
Milwaukee Wisconsin Police, Retired

February 15, 2010

Cpl. Szuba,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Mishawaka. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous

February 15, 2010

Its been a weird 30 days. . .

Anonymous

February 11, 2010

YOU WILL BE SADLY MISSED AND NEVER FORGOTTEN, MAY GOD BLESS YOUR LOVED ONES AND THE MEMORIES YOU LEAVE BEHIND. YOU SERVED US WELL, REST IN PEACE, WE’LL TAKE IT FROM HERE.
GEORGE H. BOWMAN
INVESTIGATOR
DARE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE, NC

Investigator
Dare County Sheriffs Office, NC

February 11, 2010

On behalf of the entire Colorado Springs Police Department Wives Association, we extend our deepest sympathies to the Mishawaka Police Department and the family and friends of Corporal Szuba. Our hearts are with you all as you honor and remember one of our nation's heroes. His service and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Lauren Yanez
Colorado Springs Police Department Wives Association

February 2, 2010

Our hearts and souls go out to the family.

Anonymous

February 2, 2010

Jim,
There are so many personal memories that I now cherish and will carry on with me for the rest of my career. It seems I find my self reflecting on every one of our conversations, every dispatch we every answered together, and every cup of coffee we shared. In the five years we worked together I have never met a man who always was a voice of reason of every group conversation. You always spoke and presented your self, the department, and the K9 units with dignity. I will miss seeing you walking in the halls in passing, your freshly shined boots, smirk of a smile, and your “spot” by the counter in the report room. I have taken to heart so many of the things we spoke about for hours on end about family and friends. Im sure your representing us well in Heaven. I will never forget you. you and your family will always be in my prays.

BGD

Cpl. G Dawson #20201
MPD

January 26, 2010

RIP Jim and Ricky. You're in my thoughts and prayers. You have served well, and are a true hero in my eyes and many others. You displayed that by being there to help a friend and co worker. He is taking it hard so be with him, your co workers and family.

Cpl

January 22, 2010