Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace brother. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and fellow Downey Police Officers. You lived your life well.

Deputy Ernie Stratis
San Diego County Sheriff

November 29, 2015

My deepest condolences to the family, friends and fellow Officers of the Downey, Ca. Police Dept. Whereas I never mer Officer Gálvez, I have been to Downey on a couple of times to see family & friends. I have been told what a fine Officer you were, and your loss to your community will be a difficult task but will be accomplished with a heavy heart. RIP brother.

Retired Sergeant Jim Kehoe
Chicago Police Dept.

November 29, 2015

Dear Almighty God.
With all respect and prayers for strength.
Thank You Marine; Thank You Officer.
Godspeed.

Citizen Volunteer
Los Angeles Police Department

November 29, 2015

My deepest sympathy's to Officer Galvez's family and the Downey Police Dept. May God's arm hold you close.

Patrolman Eric Allen
Green Bay Police

November 28, 2015

Thank you for your service. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and your law enforcement family. You will not be forgotten. You will always be honored.... Rest easy...
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Coral Springs Police Department, FL

November 28, 2015

The 56th Basic Detention Officer Training Academy sends our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Family, Friends, and Co-workers of Police Officer Ricardo Galvez.

During this time hold close to the memories and good times shared as a source of comfort. Being ever mindful of the pride he embraced when wearing his uniform.

RIP, Officer Galvez

Respectfully Submitted, Lt. Alicia S. McKinney & the Cadets of Basic Detention Officer Training Academy 56. Durham County Sheriff's Office Durham, NC

Lieutenant
Durham County Sheriff's Office

November 28, 2015

May God Bless you and Keep you Brother. Semper Fidelis

Lieutenant Rich Skinner
Washington Township (NJ) Police Department

November 26, 2015

My Sincere Condolence to the family and co-workers of Officer Galvez.

Sr. Trooper Keith Miller (Ret)
Oregon State Police

November 26, 2015

Good memories of loyal American guys. Trustworthy and worthwhile.

E3
navy

November 25, 2015

Another "Hero" taken.
You helped make this world a safer place to live.
May God grant you eternal peace.
Prayers to your loved ones and to your department.

Det. Billy Russo (Ret.)
Nassau County Police Dept. NY

November 25, 2015

My prayers are with you, the dear family of Officer Ricky. God will send His comfort.

Patti
Mother of a police officer

November 25, 2015

God Bless and Godspeed. May justice be swift and sure for these thugs! May God grant your family peace.

Lisa B.
GEORGIA CIVILIAN SUPPORTER

November 24, 2015

Although I never met this officer, my thoughts and prayers remain with Officer Galvez, his family, and the Downey Police department! He was taken from us, our community, our city, and in a way, our family! Officer Galvez, thank you for protecting us. I have been a life-long resident of Downey, and cannot remember such a horrific and tragic event such as this in my life! Rest in peace Brother! Justice WILL have it's revenge on these coldblooded, pathetic excuse of a life-form - cop killers!

Retired
Southeast ROP Police Dept.

November 24, 2015

"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 PD

November 23, 2015

Semper fi

Civilian Brian Ferguson
Civil

November 23, 2015

OFC.GALVEZ , FRIENDS AND FAMILY, NO WORDS CAN TAKE AWAY THE PAIN OF LOOSING A LOVED ONE , I THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE TO LAW ENFORCEMENT AND TO YOUR COUNTRY YOUR A BRAVE MAN SIR.

C/O CHIRICHELLO,LOUIS ,C.E.R.T/HONER GUA
LANCASTER COUNTY PRISON, LANCASTER PA

November 23, 2015

God Bless You, Your Family, & Friends. Thank you for your unselfish service.

James P Waggle, Jr.
Civilian

November 23, 2015

Rest in Peace, Officer Galvez. It is your type of passing that pains me most. You deserve your divine reward.

May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time.

God bless and protect the Thin Blue Line that protects us all.

Private Citizen Kathryn Felts
Mother of & Family Member of Law Enforcement Officers

November 23, 2015

God Bless and Godspeed.

Lisa B.
GEORGIA CIVILIAN SUPPORTER

November 23, 2015

The 37th Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy sends our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Family, Friends, and Co-workers of Our Fellow Officers.
During this time we hold close to the memories and good times shared as a source of comfort. Being ever mindful of the pride they embraced when wearing their uniform.
Respectfully Submitted,

Lt Eric Carpenter & the Cadets of Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy 37 Durham County Sheriff's Office Durham, NC

Lt Eric Carpenter & the Cadets of BLET37
Durham County Sheriff's Office

November 23, 2015

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service and dedication.

Cpl. M. Davis #2614
Prince George's County Police

November 23, 2015

RIP, brother in blue,

OFFICER JAVIER A. MORENO
CALIFORNIA HIGHYWAY PATROL

November 23, 2015

A police officer should be remembered not by how he died, but how he lived! A great man has gone to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the Downey Police Department. Our country is a little less safe without you. Rest in Peace Brother!

Anonymous

November 23, 2015

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of police officer Ricardo Galvez and to the entire Downey Police Dept. Thank you for your service to your country and community and for the your dedication and ultimate sacrifice. RIP

Officer Eric Chiang
San Francisco Police Department

November 23, 2015

Police Officer Ricardo Galvez during your tour of duty you first served the citizens of this county as a member of the United States Marines Corps and then the citizens of Downey with honor and dignity, it is now your time to rest with all of the other heroes that have gone before you. We will carry on from here. To the family of Police Officer Ricardo Galvez you all are in our thoughts and prayers. The Law Enforcement family will stand beside you. To the men and women of the Downey Police Department hold your heads high as you all carry on during these difficult times. Stay Safe. Fair Winds and Following Seas Devil Dog.

Detective Grade One Robert F. Jackson
Metropolitan Police Department Homicide Branch

November 23, 2015