Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

For Police Officer Rolando Tirado:

The law officer perseveres in a world that is too full of individuals who bring crime, death and misery to a general populace of true Americans. Rolando stood as a protector and shield of such people while he worked extra hours to provide for himself and those close to him. We regret that he would have a fate that would include being slain by scum in our society. We are thankful for an equally brave partner who was able to exact some justice for Roalando.

We pray for Rolando's family, friends, co-workers and all who care for him and hope they reach-out to one another in the days ahead. We now rely upon our criminal justice system for futher disposition in this case.

We also pray for the full-recovery of Rolando's partner who we deem tremendously courageous and superbly self-disciplined in the face of terror and mayhem.

We are proud to Officer Rolando Tirado a final salute.

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennsylvania State Police

May 4, 2011

To the friends and family of Police Officer Rolando Tirado, I first hand understand the pain and anger of loosing a friend, fellow brother in arms and family member in the line of duty. In Jan 2010, Javier Bejar of the Reedley California Police Department was also killed in the line of duty serving his community such as Police Officer Rolando Tirado did. He will always be remembered as the hero he was and as the friend to all people of Arizona. Me and my friends and family hold you in our prayers and thoughts God leads you down this dificult road.

"Rolando Sir, Well done my faithful servant, now come help me police the streets of heaven." God.

Retired Officer Brandon Ellis
Orange Cove Police Department

May 4, 2011

His Judgment Day:
The officer stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shinning, Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek To my church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I aint, Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays, And at times my talk was rough, And sometimes I've been violent Because the streets are tough.
But I never took a penny That wasn't mine to keep.. Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help Though at times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept an unmanly tear.
I know I don't deserve a place among the people here. They never wanted me around except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord, it needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, But if you don't...I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne, where the saints often trod. As the officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Officer. You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell"

Author unknown

May God be with everyone

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, Tx

May 4, 2011

My family would like to send our condolences to the family, friends, and fellow co-workers of P.O. Rolando Tirado~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, Officer Tirado.

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

May 4, 2011

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

Detective Edward Carlile
Northfield PD (OH)

May 4, 2011

To the family of Officer Tirado I'm really sorry for your loss, Tirado was a good man and very easy to talk to. At school i knew i could always talk to him. He was a very awsome person overall, very funny and loving, everyone loved him he will always be missed. "you may be gone but you will never be forgotten" I love you Triado. Rest in Peace! see you in the future.

Kimberly Townsend
Studient at Youngker High School, Buckeye Az

May 4, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Officer Tirado, the brotherhood at Buckeye Police Department, and with the other officer from their ranks who is battling for recovery. May you rest in God's eternal peace our brother!

Detective Mark Techmanski
City of Syracuse (NY) Police Department

May 4, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of this great loss to our warrior community. May the Lord keep your family and friends in his loving arms in this time of need. Rest in peace warrior, God Speed my brother.

MPO TG VINCENT
Asheboro Police, NC

May 4, 2011

Chief Strzelecki and the entire Niles Police Department extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Tirado. Godspeed.

Niles, Illinois Police Department

May 4, 2011

Our entire Unit sends our prayers to the family of brother Rolando and to the BPD. Your service to this Country will always be honored. RIP brother.

Commander / MPS DOPS
OIG Spec Ops / Airport Security Div

May 4, 2011

My sincerest sympathy to the family and friends of Police Officer Rolando Tirado and the Buckeye Police Department.
R.I.P Sir

Wm Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP-Service, Traffic Unit

May 4, 2011

Officer Tirado,
You are a true American Hero and your community and this nation are forever in your debt. I will pray for your family. Rest in peace brother, you will never be forgotten.

Sgt Nyce
Broward Sheriff's Office

May 4, 2011

Officer Tirado may you Rest In Peace Sir. You will never be forgotten for your sacrifice.

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9

God Speed Sir!

Ofc. D. Abbott
Peterborough Police Dept. (NH)

May 3, 2011

The sound of gunfire echoes,
Angels look down in sorrow,
Another officer has fallen,
The Gates of Heaven swing open,
A hero is welcomed home.

Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. (Matthew 5:9)

Anonymous

May 3, 2011

Another very brave soul taken from us. May we never forget him and those like him. May we all have the courage displayed by him in his final moments.

Officer J. McGuire
Westminster CO. Police Department

May 3, 2011

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

May 3, 2011

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

Sgt. Kevin Kratz
Buena Vista Twp Police Department (Michigan)

May 3, 2011

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Rolando Tirado, and the Buckeye P.D. 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. Officer Tirado, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

May 3, 2011

Officer Tirado, you will not be forgotten! R.I.P.

Deputy Sheriff
Livingston County (Il) Sheriff's Ofc.

May 3, 2011

You fought the good fight, rest in peace Brother. May God show his mercy and grace on your family, friends, and coworkers.

Det. John Creamer
Daytona Beach Police

May 3, 2011

RIP brother. My heart aches for all who love and miss you, especially your wife and children. They are in my prayers.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada

May 3, 2011

REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF E.J. MORRIS
RANDOLPH MO P.D.

May 3, 2011

On behalf of the 6,131 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Officer Tirado’s family as well as the members of the Buckeye Police Department. 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 3, 2011

Thank You fo your service, and Rest In Peace brother. Another brave man taken too soon.

Sgt. Eric Whitman Toledo,Oh PD

May 3, 2011

Words will not ease the pain in the hearts of those left behind, but may they know that there are many prayers with them. We will never forget your hero.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02

Anonymous

May 3, 2011