Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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

Deputy Commonwealth's Attorney
Commonwealth of Virginia

July 2, 2013

Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service. As you join our brothers and sisters in the hall of heroes, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Vires et Honorem

Ptlm F J Kapusta
Mohawk Police Department

June 30, 2013

Our condolences go out to family & friends of officer Campora. Thank you for your service. R.I.P.

Officer Edwin Lara / External Ops
Cook County Sheriffs Office, IL- Honor Guard

June 29, 2013

My sincere condolences to his family and colleagues. From Spain a fellow of the Guardia Civil.

Tú nos dijiste que la muerte
no es el final del camino,
que aunque morimos no somos,
carne de un ciego destino.

Tú nos hiciste, tuyos somos,
nuestro destino es vivir,
siendo felices contigo,
sin padecer ni morir.

Cuando la pena nos alcanza
por un compañero perdido,
cuando el adiós dolorido
busca en la Fe su esperanza.

En Tu palabra confiamos
con la certeza que Tú
ya le has devuelto a la vida,
ya le has llevado a la luz.
Ya le has devuelto a la vida,
ya le has llevado a la luz

Cuando, Señor, resucitaste,
todos vencimos contigo
nos regalaste la vida,
como en Betania al amigo.

Si caminamos a tu lado,
no va a faltarnos tu amor,
porque muriendo vivimos
vida más clara y mejor.

You told us that death
not the end of the road,
that although we are not die,
flesh of a blind fate.

You made us, we are yours,
our destiny is to live,
being happy with you,
without suffering or dying.

When the penalty reaches us
for a lost companion,
when the pain goodbye
searches Faith hope.

In Your word trust
with the certainty that you
and have you back to life,
and you've been light.
You've already brought back to life,
and you've been light

When, Lord, rose again,
beat you all
you gave us life,
as in Bethany's friend.

If we walk by your side,
will not fail us your love,
because dying live
clearer and better life.

Guardia Civil
Guardia Civil

June 29, 2013

Rest in peace my brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.

James J. Scanlon (CPD Retired)
North American SWAT Training Assoc.

June 29, 2013

To the family and friends of Wildlife Officer Joel Campora and to his fellow officers:

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Joel died trying to save others.

To Joel'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 our 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 Officer Campora gave to his community and the citizens of Arkansas, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on May 31, 2013.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

June 27, 2013

Rest In Peace....

John Ruth, AEMD Comm. Specialist
MOMR, Farmers Branch,TX

June 26, 2013

Rest in Peace

1st Lt. Stephen A. Joy #980
Prince George's County Police Departmant, Maryland

June 26, 2013

I have laid down my life in service to all of you.
I have been a part of the fabric that has held the line between your safety and your victimization. I have given my life so that others may live in peace. I have lived my life as a dedicated member of the greatest profession. There is no greater honor.

As I now become a part of the rich history of law enforcement, please remember me always for I have left behind those who loved and depended upon me.
My partners and my agency, please remember my family, their loss, and don’t let time soften your compassion for them.

You guard the gate now and I will continue my watch from above.

MAY YOU REST IN PEACE AND MAY YOUR FAMILY FIND COMFORT IN THE GOOD YOU HAVE DONE HERE ON EARTH.

Doug Gist, Captain (ret) Washoe SO
Silver State National Peace Officers Museum

June 25, 2013

Thank you for your service Officer Campora. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace...

Chief Joseph A. Edwards
Columbia Police Department, IL

June 24, 2013

"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

Sergeant Chad Miner
Powell, Wy Police Department

June 20, 2013

I was fortuante enough to have met Joel during our time together at the police academy in Arkansas. Special prayers to his family. The state of Arkansas has lost a special person. May you rest in peace brother.

Cpl. Christopher F. Shaw
Montgomery Police Dept.

June 19, 2013

Officer Campora,

Rest well in the arms of God.

To Your Family,

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray, “Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, family and loving, caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name, Amen”

I have lifted you and your family to God every morning for the past two years. Feel those prayers. God is with you, He knows and will ease your pain.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

June 17, 2013

"To give light to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace" Luke 1:79

Annie
Jacksonville, FL

Annie, Wife of a LEO
Friend of Joel's wife

June 13, 2013

May you rest in Peace.

Sgt Gavin F. Price II ( RET )
esacmbia county sheriffs dept

June 12, 2013

Were Praying for your family and friends May god be with them

Deputy Tim Stacey
Dickson County Sheriff's Office

June 12, 2013

My heart goes out to this wonderful man and to his loved ones may God bring you peace I myself have lost my brother just want you to know you are in my thoughts.

Sony Mani
Sister to Fallen Officer Eydelmen Mani

June 10, 2013

Heroic, brave, selfless. Anyone touched by him were obviously blessed.

Mother of a Sgt
Colorado Springs PD

June 10, 2013

Joel, the world is not going to be the same without you brother. You were an incredible man and an outstanding officer! I will miss seeing you at the jail and at the barbershop when I get my sons hair cuts. I will miss seeing you and Cody walk into the gym together and shaking your hands after we finished our workouts and left. When I see a fellow officer I will know in my heart that no matter how well they knew you and Cody, that there life has been impacted in some way and made better by just having met both of you. My love and respect goes out to both of your families as well as everyone of our brothers and sisters in law enforcement that have lost one of our own. You are leaving behind legacies of bravery and honor and have set the standard for what an officer should be. You were both men of strong faith and devotion and I know you are both with our Lord and Savior now.Rest in peace brothers. You will be missed!

Jailer Brandon Hargis
Scott County Detention Center, Waldron,AR

June 10, 2013

Thank you for your service and unselfish sacrifice for your fellow man! You belong to HIM now and forever! May your family and friends find comfort and peace in that fact. God Bless!

Rev. Steven R. Closs, D.D.
Retired Captain, Nashua Police Department, Nashua, NH

June 9, 2013

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

Sheriff Ray Foster
Buchanan County Sheriff's Office

June 9, 2013

Rest in Peace Brother

Sergeant Danny Smiley
Tennessee Highway Patril

June 8, 2013

After loosing my best buddy 13 years ago in the line of duty . I realized these heroes we lose are not gone because they were doing there job but because of the caring good hearted people they are. Job or not they would help the same if presented with the situation at hand. This is what makes them heroes. God bless your family in this horrific time of your life. I pray for you

George Schenck brother with different parents

June 8, 2013

RIP friend, Semper Fi !!

anonymous Marine

June 8, 2013

Thank you for your service and for helping to make America a safer place.

Detective Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office, CO

June 7, 2013