Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I am sure you were proud of the way your brothers and sisters at SJSO honored you today. RIP you fought the good fight now its up to us to finish it. As your watch ends another begins so watch over the rest.

Ofc William Petty
Orlando Police Department

January 23, 2010

James was a good person and a great friend. You will truely be missed.

Deputy Sheriff Philip McCurdy- CCSO
Academy Classmate/Friend

January 22, 2010

Rest In Peace, Deputy Anderson.

Lt T Carr
NYPD

January 21, 2010

MAY THE ANGELS LEAD YOU IN AND PROTECT YOU FOREVER. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND THE ST JOHNS COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE FLORIDA.
S JACHIM

Anonymous

January 21, 2010

I just talked to you Friday in court, I couldn't believe it when I heard. I will miss you my friend. Thanks for always making me laugh and being a great person. Rest in Peace my brother. You will never be forgotten...

Lieutenant A.W. Sapp
Florida Highway Patrol

January 20, 2010

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.

Matthew 5:9


I think James would like the fact that in his last moments on this earth he prevented a drunk driver going the wrong on the highway from hurting someone else. It was his greatest service to his fellow man. Marine. Deputy. We have the watch here now. The streets of heaven are yours to patrol.

Deputy Steven Lay
St Johns County Sheriffs Office

January 20, 2010

Wow, I’m still not sure this has entirely hit home yet. You are a great man and I am a better person for knowing you. As I stand here putting my Honor Guard uniform together and assisting in the final preps to Guard Your Honor, I can’t help but to reflect over the many memories. From the first meeting in the Squad Room as we were hired together, through training and then to being assigned to Charlie South together. I learned so much from you. Thank You!
You touched many lives and I know you will continue to watch over all of us.

Here’s to you and those like us!
“Christeeener Dobbs”

Dep. Christina Dobbs #3506
SJSO

January 20, 2010

All of heaven hushed when God announced his arrival.

Anonymous

January 19, 2010

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission
Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

January 19, 2010

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff James Anderson, and the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Deputy Anderson, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

January 19, 2010

Rest in peace brother. We've got the watch from here. May God bless your family, friends and fellow officers who all mourn the loss of yet another hero.

Motor Officer Dominick Marraccini
Easton Police Department, Easton, PA

January 19, 2010

Rest in Peace, Brother. Thank you for your service.

Detective Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)

January 19, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in peace.

SSA Sanford
FBI - Washington DC/Jacksonville

January 19, 2010

Um there's alot I can say about Deputy James L Anderson Jr. But the one thing that I can say is that he never changed who he is once you meet him and got to know him that's how was every time you saw him. He had so much energy when he came to work as if he was ready to make a difference in someone life no matter what the circumstance was he was ready for it. I want to say to his wife and children that he loved them unconditionally and his gardening. I remember asking him if he has a green thumb...lol, I never got an answer, I'm sure he did because anything he became involved in it grew for the better. James, you have touched some many lives and I'm so grateful that I was one of them. You will be missed but you will not be forgotten!! Now take your rest R.I.P. James Louis Anderson Jr.

Anonymous

January 18, 2010

James.....What can i possibly say? You will be missed simply isn't enough. You were an amazing guy. People always say that about people after they pass but you genuinely were. You could make me laugh without even trying. You were so much fun to work with and man did i learn alot from you. I remember the very first time i ever worked with you, we got into an argument over a bicycle S4...lol, we argued over that stupid bike for an hour...but then we got over it and were normal and ate fair food on the hood of my car. Our traditional S15 we always work together is done for me...i can not work that without you, it simply will not be the same...Please know your family is in our prayers and we miss you like crazy...I was fortunate to have known you and to have had you on Delta....Rest in peace. Love you

Deputy Samantha English
St. Johns County Sheriff's Office

January 18, 2010

I met Marine Staff Sergeant James Anderson while he served on recruiting duty. As a fellow Marine, I immediately appreciated his out-going personality, proud professional bearing and absolute commitment to excellence. James leaned over backwards to assist my son in getting into the Marine Corps. Over the years our paths crossed many times and every encounter left me with an uplifted Spirit and recognition that God's hand was strongly upon James' life. As he approached retirement from the Corps, he looked with enthusiasm toward a second career in Law Enforcement. I could easily see that he carried his Faith and our Corps Values with him when he made the transition to the St. Johns County Sheriffs Office.

As a Warrior, he gave the World greater Freedom. As a Marine Recruiter, he gave young men and women Purpose and Direction. As an Deputy Sheriff, he gave his Community Security and Order. As a Husband and Father, he gave his Family Love and Guidance. As a Man of Faith, he gave his All.

I have no difficulty seeing James' crisp salute to the Lord Jesus as he has been told to, "Take charge and carry out the plan of the day."

God Speed my good friend.

Semper Fidelis

Gene Leigh
United States Marine Corps / Jacksonville Sheriffs Office

SSGT / OFFICER GENE LEIGH
USMC / JACKSONVILLE SHERIFFS OFFICE

January 18, 2010

I met Marine Staff Sergeant James Anderson while he served on recruiting duty. As a fellow Marine, I immediately appreciated his out-going personality, proud professional bearing and absolute commitment to excellence. James leaned over backwards to assist my son in getting into the Marine Corps. Over the years our paths crossed many times and every encounter left me with an uplifted Spirit and recognition that God's hand was strongly upon James' life. As he approached retirement from the Corps, he looked with enthusiasm toward a second career in Law Enforcement. I could easily see that he carried his Faith and our Corps Values with him when he made the transition to the St. Johns County Sheriffs Office.

As a Warrior, he gave the World greater Freedom. As a Marine Recruiter, he gave young men and women Purpose and Direction. As an Deputy Sheriff, he gave his Community Security and Order. As a Husband and Father, he gave his Family Love and Guidance. As a Man of Faith, he gave his All.

I have no difficulty seeing James' crisp salute to the Lord Jesus as he has been told to, "Take charge and carry out the plan of the day."

God Speed my good friend.

Semper Fidelis

Gene Leigh
United States Marine Corps / Jacksonville Sheriffs Office

SSGT / OFFICER GENE LEIGH
USMC / JACKSONVILLE SHERIFFS OFFICE

January 18, 2010

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

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

January 18, 2010

Deputy Anderson, thank-you for your service. You will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace.

Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police, Maryland

January 18, 2010

Thank you for your service. May God Bless you and your family. May he grant you eternal peace. May he also grant your family, friends, and co-workers the strength they need in the rough days ahead.

PO James McPartland Jr
Mount Vernon PD NY

January 17, 2010

RIP as you know there are those left behind who are praying for your family in gratitude for your ultimate sacrifice while protecting us. May God give the peace that only He can.

A friend and Mom of LEO in Lake City, Fl.

Anonymous

January 17, 2010

RIP James. Just like everyone else has said James was an awesome guy. I enjoyed work when he was out on his tour...he was dependable and always a blast to be around.

FHP Trooper
FHP

January 17, 2010

Deputy Anderson,
While I did not know you personally, we share a mutual brotherhood through our chosen profession. I work with one of your best friends and he always shares humorous stories about all the times you two have ridden together. You are now a guardian of Jesus as an angel in heaven. May HIS peace be with your family and many friends at this difficult time. I hope that we can honor your memory as you have honored our profession. You will be missed, brother.

Ofc. W. E. Phillips
Office of Agricultural Law Enforcement

January 17, 2010

Rest in peace bro', we'll take it from here.

PO JA Bottillo
Troy NY PD

January 17, 2010

Rest in Peace Brother!

Patrolman Anthony Parkinson
Fort Smith Police Department

January 17, 2010