Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
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 awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just 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 unmanly tears.

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 had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."

Author Unknown

We'll hold the lline from here brother.

Trooper
UHP

January 6, 2012

Another responsible, productive God-fearing human being taken from his family and friends by a member of society under the grips of some type of illicit drug. I am so sorry for his wife, children and other members of his family. May they take comfort in knowing he was doing what he thought was best for not just them but ALL of us. He was a member of the largest gang in this country. The gang calling themselves law enforcement. This is the gang that will win the war with evil in the en, and this is the gang that will always have your back and help you go on. God bless and keep you.

Patricia Bird/Retired Deputy Sheriff Sgt
Davis County Sheriffs Office

January 6, 2012

My prayers and condolences to Jared's family, friends and colleagues. As a 31 year veteran, 7 of which were in Narcotics, I know the dangers and sacrifices narcs face everyday. Rest in Peace Brother.

Aloha Ke Akua

Major Michael Moses (Ret.)
Honolulu Police Department

January 6, 2012

Rest in peace my brother.

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

Lloyd
West Valley PD

January 6, 2012

Thank you for your service Agent Francom. May you rest in peace. Godspeed. Condolences to your family, friends, and department.

Lt Pauline Labrecque
Douglas Fire Department

January 6, 2012

You will not be forgotten! God bless your family!!! We will carry on the fight! Rest in peace!

Trooper
Utah Highway Patrol

January 5, 2012

What I have to say will not fit in this little box, so instead, I posted it in my blog. It is public, and I invite you to read & share it.

Jesse Briggs, EMT-I

January 5, 2012

To the wife and children of Agent Francom; may you find peace and comfort knowing your loved one is a hero and awaits you in a wonderous place. To the co-workers of Agent Francom; may you find solace knowing a new guardian angel watches over the Ogden officers now!

Rest in Peace Brother we have the watch now.

Master Deputy Brent Bagshaw
Orange County Sheriff's Office, FL

January 5, 2012

May peace take your soul, and your family and department live with the knowledge that a true hero will never pass.

Det. Billy Russo (Ret.)
Nassau County Police Department

January 5, 2012

Having recently lost one of our own I extend our deepest sympathy.

John Fish Supervisory LE Ranger
National Park Service

January 5, 2012

My tears are for Agent Francom's wife and children.
My Prayers are for every Law Enforcement Officer working hard to make my world a safer place. thank you.

Patricia Douglas
Mother of a son who loves what he does

January 5, 2012

May God grant your family and friends to get through this difficult time. Heroes will never be forgotten and you, Agent Jared Francom, are a true hero. I salute you SIR. R.I.P. Brother.

Detective Senior Sergeant (Retired)
Victoria Police Australia

January 5, 2012

My sincerest sympathy to the family and friends of Agent
Jared Francom as well as to the Ogden Police Department. Rest in peace Agent Francom, you are gone but will not be forgotten...

Dispatcher Sue Rusch
Punta Gorda PD, Punta Gorda FL

January 5, 2012

Thank you for your service! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

Bryce Stevenson
Son of Fallen Ceres Police Sergeant Howard Stevenson, 010905

January 5, 2012

I know from personal experience that Officer Francom stood up for what's right even if it meant he had to be the lone voice doing so. Thank you Jared, for standing up for me and my wife personally. You didn't know us at the time, yet you defended us...as you did all law abiding citizens of this community. We have lost one of the finest of Ogden's finest...one who truly embodied the type of person described in St. Matthew chapter 25, verse 40:

"And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me."

You will be greatly missed by our family, and a grateful community...

Curtis J. Hepworth
Livelong citizen of Ogden

January 5, 2012

Our prayers are with your family and all others involved. May God greet you with arms open on the other side. Thanks, Jared.

Agent J. Raymond
U.S. Border Patrol/former OPD Officer

January 5, 2012

Agent Francom, you and your family are in my prayers..... Please rest in peace.

Sgt. Miranda Craig # 2271
P.G.P.D

January 5, 2012

Having attended many law enforcement funerals over the past 39 years, it is something we never get used to. The loss of a brother officer affects all who have worn the badge. My condolences to the Francom family, may God be with you always.

Detective Chuck Salazar - Retired
Los Angeles Police Department

January 5, 2012

Your ultimate, sad sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Rest in Peace Dear Brother Jared.

ATF Supervisor

January 5, 2012

John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this that a man lay down his life for his friends. May you rest in peace... thank you for your service. Never forgotten, hero, warrior... May god comfort your family till the horrible memories of your passing are replaced with only happy memories...Gods Speed?

citizen
Colorado Springs Colorado

January 5, 2012

May you rest in peace Jarad. Thank you for all your dedication and hard work you did for our community. You will be deeply missed. My prayers for your family and your fellow officers during this difficult time. God Bless you all!!

Candy Nolan
Ogden Resident

January 5, 2012

Rest in Peace my brother in blue. Many thoughts and prayers to the family and the Ogden Police Department

Officer Matt Mason
Redmond police Department Redmond, Oregon

January 5, 2012

I was listening to the SPECTRUM the other day and heard a group of talented musicians talking... about how CAPITAL PUNISHMENT was wrong. At first, I was frustrated with what I felt was disrespect for those of us who have lost loved ones to the inhumanity of evildoers. And then I remembered that my fellow veterans and peace officers walk into the shadows so that others may retain their ignorance. Those who precede us into the darkness deserve our deepest gratitude. May those of us you leave behind, serve better for having been near you.

Cpl Shad A Pease
Ravalli County SO

January 5, 2012

My condolences to his wife & children. He is at home with our Father, GOD!

Craig Mohorcic
citizen

January 5, 2012

RIP my Brother. Sending prayers to your family and loved ones.

Officer Tyler Kirk
Redmond Oregon Police Deparment

January 5, 2012