Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous have a refuge - Proverbs 14:32.

Semper fi

Constable Amanda Pandolfi #1249
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada

March 1, 2011

To Officer Javier Bejar, his family and his fellow officers with the Reedley Police Department:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Officer Bejar’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Officer Bejar and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff

March 1, 2011

Officer Bejar,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your community, but also for our Country when you served with the USMC in Iraq. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Fi Devil Dog!
a fellow LEO;former Marine

Anonymous
USBP

January 6, 2011

Que onda Corporal Bejar. I still can't believe you're gone. You were such an amazing person to a lot of people. We all miss you down here but I know you're laughing and smiling big up in Heaven. I never got the chance to say thank you for training me on the handful of ride alongs, I went on with you. Also thanks for putting up with me when I did something stupid. Haha. The memories you and I had will always last forever. You'll always be living as long we all continue to remember you and honor you.

Anonymous

November 1, 2010

Semper Fi Marine...My son is also a US Marine and enters the LAPD academy on August 16, 2010. He will carry the tradition from Marine to Law Enforcement as you and I both have. I would have liked very much to have served with you and someday we will meet again.Keep the streets safe in Heaven and stand by until we all meet again....

STO W.M.Becze #7185
California Highway Patrol

August 10, 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 Officer Bejar. 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 Javier, 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 Javier's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Javier's life was about so much more than the way he died. Javier will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Officer Bejar, 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)

July 11, 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

Vaya Con Dios.

Anonymous

May 30, 2010

To the family and friends of Officer Javier Bejar and his fellow officers:

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Javier tragically died.

To Officer Bejar'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.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Javoer gave to his community and the citizens of California, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 1, 2010.

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

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

May 18, 2010

To the family, friends, and co-workers of Officer Bejar,

Please accept the most heartfelt condolences from the men and women of the United States Border Patrol, Douglas, AZ station.

We will not forget Officer Bejar, and will continue in his stead, fighting evil for a better world. When one of us falls, all of us stumble, but we carry on in honor and memory of the fallen.

Javier, all is Code-4. Rest in peace, sir. We have it from here.

Douglas, AZ Station
United States Border Patrol

May 4, 2010

On behalf of the officers at U.S. Customs and Border Protection we extend our condolences to the family of Javier Bejar.

Officer Rick Arellano
U.S. Customs and Border Protection

April 22, 2010

Rest in peace Officer Bejar. Thank you for your service to the community. You will be missed. Prayers for your family, friends, and fellow law enforcement brothers & sisters. Godspeed.

Kathy B
Citizen

April 6, 2010

Our condolences go out to you for the loss of Officer Bejar. We grieve with you and know that your hero will never be forgotten. With many thoughts and prayers...

Anonymous

April 6, 2010

I'm very thankful to have known you and i cherish every moment of it, even when u called me a 'lost one' the Academy was great! cause you trained us. I wish I could I see you one last time especially after boot camp. I will forever miss you... you taught me what i cherish the most how to live, how to have fun when on the job and most of all do what your heart wants... you were a great teacher, friend, and officer.

Anonymous

April 1, 2010

Officer Javier Bejar, I will truly miss you deeply. I will always remember and cherish the memories you and I had while patrolling the streets of Reedley. So many good and funny times. It's a great privilege and a great honor on knowing you. I'll never forget what you taught me.

Friend

March 26, 2010

Gone, but never forgotten, Rest easy now my Brother in Law, your watch on earth is over. God please watch over, and tend to the loved ones left behind.......

Sgt. John L. Gulledge (Ret.)
Escambia CO Sheriff's Office Pensacola FL.

March 26, 2010

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Police Officer Javier Bejar,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Police Officer Javier Bejar. 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. Police Officer Javier Bejar 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 25, 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

March 25, 2010

God bless you for your selfless service and dedication to duty and country. As a veteran of OIF myself, I salute you. My heart goes out to your family and friends... you are truly a hero.

Andrew / Detective
Baltimore City Police Department

March 24, 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
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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

March 24, 2010

Thank you for your service. May God Bless you and your family. May he grant your family, friends, and co-workers the strength they need to get through the rough times ahead.

PO James McPartland Jr
Mount Vernon PD NY

March 23, 2010

Rest in peace my god bless your family and thank you for you service. You are never forgotten in the brotherhood of officers.

John Jasper
Reserve Sgt. Madera Sheriff's Office

March 14, 2010

I am very sorry to the family, and the friends of this fine officer. Though you lost your life, you made it possible for citizens to live free, and enjoy the wonderful country we live in. Remember that you will never be forgotten, and you will always be in my prayers. God be with you brother. You where a fine officer. I am so sorry

Christopher DiDonna
Citizen/NY State

March 13, 2010

On behalf of the men and women of the Los Angeles Police Department, we extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and co-workers of Officer Bejar.

Police Officer Garcia
Los Angeles Police Department

March 12, 2010

My dear friend, I will always honor your memory with the continued detication to service you would have wanted. You are such a great friend and what a great police officer. You will be forever missed. Your new assignment is a beat we should all be so lucky to have, Heaven. Rest in Peace Javier, we'll take care of things down hear. I love you and always will brother. We are all trying to pull together during this time of loss. Your family, friends and brothers in blue in Reedley and all local agencies will always love you keep your memory alive.

Officer Brandon Ellis
Orange Cove Police Department

March 12, 2010