Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Lord Jesus, as we watch America’s Peace Officers succumb to the wicked and evil in this world, Shot and Killed in the Line-of-Duty, it becomes difficult for us to pick up and move forward. Our communities are on the brink of exploding with tension. In light of the peace officers who are no longer with us, I pray for endurance for our communities and law enforcement agencies. Carry us through this time of strife, that through our struggles, our bonds may grow even more unbreakable. In Your mighty and holy name, I pray. Amen.

Holy Scriptures on Law Enforcement’s Mission:

“For the policeman [peace officer] does not frighten people who are doing right; but those doing evil will always fear him. So if you don’t want to be afraid, keep the laws and you will get along well. The policeman [peace officer] is sent by God to help you. But if you are doing something wrong, of course you should be afraid, for he [the peace officer] will have you punished. He [the peace officer] is sent by God for that very purpose. Obey the laws, then, for two reasons: first, to keep from being punished, and second, just because you know you should.” [Romans 13:3-5 TLB]

[Jesus Said,] “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” [John 15:13 ESV]

And he [Jesus] said to him, “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise.” [Luke 23:43 ESV]

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [children] of God.” [Matthew 5:9 ESV]

“And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” [Isaiah 6:8 ESV]

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA, FCPO-USA
Ordained Christian Global Outreach Minister No. 36526
The Badge 183 Peacemakers Prayer Ministry

January 12, 2024

Rest in heavenly peace

Mark Mottola

July 15, 2020

John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

September 20, 2018

Rest in peace warrior. I was honored to place a flower in the wreath and represent your family at the 2012 National Police Week Memorial Service in Washington D.C.

Patrolman Jerry Piland
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Dept.

May 17, 2012

Thank you for your service brother. I will be riding in the Police Unity Tour this year in your honor. RIP.

Det. Shawn Bennett
Mountain Lakes Police Dept, NJ

May 1, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)

February 24, 2012

To the family of Officer Luis Gomez-Crespo. Please accept my sincere sympathy on the tragic death of Officer Luis Gomez-Crespo. I am very sorry that he is longer with you. No doubt this sad event has been very disturbing for you and the many other people who knew and cared for him. I pray that your faith may assuage the anguish of your bereavement, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost. I am thinking of you and them in this time of loss and bereavement.
Yours, very sincerely and respectfully,
Henry Tirado

Crime Prevention Unit
San Diego County Sheriff's Depart

January 23, 2012

I wish to offer my sincere condolences to the the family of Agent Gomez-Crespo and the Puerto Rico Police Department. Que En Paz Descanse.

Sergeant Wilfredo Mercado Ret.
Connecticut State Police

January 17, 2012

To the family and friends of Agent Luis Gomez-Crespo, his fellow deputies, and most especially to Luis:

We honor your service to your community as a law enforcement officer. You will always be remembered and revered. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of our entire family, I wish to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Luis was killed in the line of duty. It is obvious he was well-loved by many and well-respected by his peers as reflected in the loving reflections left for him.

May his loved ones continued to be supported by their law enforcement family and other police survivors. Our family grieves with you and for you. To Luis' family, you are in my heart's embrace today. I share your anquish in losing a beloved family member which surely has to be life's greatest sorrow.

This was your family's first Christmas without you. They are all in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult days.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Luis gave to his community and the citizens of Puerto Rico, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on July 15, 2011.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

December 28, 2011

My cousin, more than that my little brother... May your soul rest in peace and may justice be ser ve in your behave. Still hurting like the first day because you were a great man...We love you and miss you very much.

Irmaliz Gomez
Cousin

December 24, 2011

Agente Gómez-Crespo ( Wisin )fuiste y seras un héroe. Gracias por tu servicio al prójimo. Que Dios te bendiga a ti a todos sus seres queridos. Descansa en paz mi sobrino querido.

Felix Gomez Rodriguez
Oficial Correccional deP.R .

December 21, 2011

Agente Gómez-Crespo ( WISIN ) eres un héroe. Gracias por servir a tu prójimo. Que Dios te bendiga y bendiga a todos seres queridos. Descansa en paz mi sobrino querido .

Felix Gomez Rodriguez
Oficial Correccional P.R .

December 21, 2011

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiance 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 Agent Gomez-Crespo. 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 Luis 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 Luis' life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Luis' life was about so much more than the way he died. Luis will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Agent Gomez-Crespo, 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 fiance Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been eight & a half years and 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)
Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)

December 7, 2011

Rest in peace, sir. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones.

Greater love hath no one than this, that someone lays down his life for his friends. John 15:13

Friend of
USFS Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9/20/08

September 18, 2011

Agent Gomez-Crespo,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Puerto Rico. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP

August 19, 2011

Thank you for your sacrifice and may you rest in peace.

Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney
Virginia

August 15, 2011

Descanse en paz este hermano azul. Fortaleza a su Familia y a la Familia de la PPR. May you rest in peace from a former PPR Agent.

S.O. Garcia H.
Federal Bureau of prisons

August 11, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of this brave officer. Rest in Peace.

Sheriff Ray Foster
Buchanan County Sheriffs Office

August 9, 2011

A sido un dolor inmeso tu perdida fuiste un gran ser humano jamas olvidare cada momento de felicidad q compartimos en familia nos haz dejado un gran vacio en nuestro corazon pero lo uniko q nos consuela es la esperanza de vida q jehova nos promete donde se con mucha fe q te volveremos a ver te queremos mucho hoy manana y siempre.Viviras en nuestros corazon x 100/pre

wendy perez
Uncle

August 6, 2011

Fue muy grande tu perdida fuiste tremendo ser humano y muy especial un gran sevidor Publico y sobre todo excelente padre en estos momentos no estas fisicamente junto a tu seres querido pero se q estas cada dia y cada momento desde arriba cuidando cada uno de ellos no te digo adios si no hasta luego.Descanse en Paz!!!

Barbara
Friend

August 2, 2011

Mi mas profundo pesame a la family Gomez - Crespo. Su hijo/hermano/amigo fue un héroe.

Que Dios lo tenga descansodo con todos eses Hermano/Hermana Policia/Militar que dan si vida por la protection de nuestra communidad.

It's a sad day for the Gomez - Crespo family and I have to say your Son, Father and friend are heros.

May he rest in peace, my brother.

Deputy Acevedo
Orange County Sheriff Office
Orlando FL

Carmen Acevedo, Deputy Sheriff
Orange County Sheriff Office

August 2, 2011

My condolences to the family, friends and co workers of Agent Luis E. Gomez-Crespo and the Puerto Rico Police Department. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May you take some comfort in knowing that the entire law enforcement community grieves with you. May you rest in peace.

May the children of Agent Luis E. Gomez-Crespo
know that their Dad is a HERO who we will never forget.

Lt. John Kelly
Nassau County, NY Police Department

August 2, 2011

God has received another honorable and brave hero into His kingdom to serve alongside our brothers and sisters in the badge who have also paid the ultimate in protecting His children here in our earth. Those left behind will keep your name and deeds of honor and integrity alive for years to come and they will care for your family. Rest in peace brother. In Christ.

Tom Bradley, Retired
Phoenix PD, AZ State Chap. FOP

August 2, 2011

God Bless

Trooper
Virginia State Police

August 1, 2011

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

August 1, 2011