Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in peace brother

Deputy Dunlap(ret)
Dallas City Marshal's Tx

July 29, 2016

Rest in Peace Brother. May God bless your family and keep watch over them.

Detective Elizabeth Hundley
Escondido Police Department

July 29, 2016

Our deepest gratitude for your service and sacrifice in protecting our communities. Sending prayers for your family at home as well as your larger family at the San Diego Police Department. We will always remember you for the brave hero that you are.

Cover Your K-9 Team
The Police & Working K-9 Foundation

July 29, 2016

To the family of Ofc. DeGuzman
My prayers and thoughts are with you all at such a sad and unnecessary time.

Each time Ofc. DeGuzman gear up in his uniform, not only is his trying to make things safe for the family, but also for the families that he does not know. There are not words that can take away the pain of losing a love one, but in time (your time) the sharpness of that pain will dull.

Ofc. V. Yvonne Ragland
MPD Washington, DC

July 29, 2016

Rest in Peace Officer DeGuzman. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the DeGuzman Family and the San Diego Police Department.

Corporal Gary Hughes (Retired)
Passaic County Sheriff's Office Wayne, NJ

July 29, 2016

Heartbreaking. May all of us strive to live up to your example of selfless service.

SBPA Marcus LaRoy
US Border Patrol

July 29, 2016

Damn JD. My heart sank when I heard it was you. You were a damn fine officer bud. Rest safe up there. We will take it from here brother.

Deputy P Lynch
Riverside Sheriff

July 29, 2016

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne/Retired
Jersey City Police Dept.

July 29, 2016

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and to the San Diego Police Dept

Julie Hendrix
daughter of a Portland, OR Policeman

July 29, 2016

Our heartfelt condolences to JD's wife, children and family. We stand with our fellow law enforcements professionals from across the country paying our respect, providing comfort and helping to ease the pain for the entire SDPD family during this very tragic and difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Chief Brian Johnson
Upland Police Dept.

July 29, 2016

Thank you for your service. Rest in peace.

Dmytro Goloborodko

July 29, 2016

My heart goes out to the Department and family of Officer Deguzman. My father is retired from San Diego PD and I recall being a little girl when Officer Riggs was murdered and how we almost lost Officer Jacobs as well. Then there was Officer Hartless......My colleagues and I will be praying for our recently fallen Brother as well as the recovery of Deguzman's partner.

Sommer Starr, AFGE/CPL-33
Mid-Atlantic Regional Legislative Coord.

July 29, 2016

May God watch over you and your family,brother. Rest in Peace.

Lt.(Ret.) Raymond Flores
N.Y.P.D.

July 29, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

ASAC, Thomas H. Kelly Jr.
Federal Air Marshal Service

July 29, 2016

God bless you Officer Jonathan DeGuzman for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and to your brothers and sisters of the San Diego Police Department. Rest in Peace Brother, we have the watch now.

Officer Jim Drabos
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department

July 29, 2016

Another hero has been taken from us. Thank you for your selfless and dedicated service in protecting the citizens of San Diego, Ofixer DeGuzman. You are a true hero who risked his life every day, and heroes are never forgotten. My heartfelt condolences go out to your family and friends, and to all the brave men and women of the San Diego Police Department.

Taylor Ramerth
Citizen of Chandler, Arizona, and supporter of law enforcement

July 29, 2016

Rest in peace brother.

Corporal (Retired) Glenn Elliott
Temple Police Department--Temple,Tx

July 29, 2016

My thoughts and prayers to the family and friends. RIP Hero and thank you. NF!

citizen

July 29, 2016

Rest in Peace, Brother-in-Blue DeGuzman. We have the watch.

Douglas Collins Det-Ret'd
Dallas Police Dept

July 29, 2016

God bless Officer DeGuzman's family, friends and coworkers and give them strength and peace to get through their grief and pain. Thank you for your service brother.

Sergeant Clark O. Parry
Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office, New York

July 29, 2016

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

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

July 29, 2016

Our police should not be made to use so much caution and restraint, that they jeopardize their lives, knowing if they take action to protect themselves or make a mistake, the race-baiters, liberal media and selfish politicians will be all over them.

Retired Detective Corporal
Montgomery County, Md. Dept. of Police

July 29, 2016

I cried unto the LORD with my voice, and he heard me from his holy place.

I laid down and slept; I awoke, for the LORD sustained me.

I shall not be afraid of thousands of evil doers who have opposed me all around.

Arise, O LORD; save me, O my God: for You have struck all my enemies upon their cheeks; You have broken the will of the ungodly.


Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a few things; now you will be in charge over much. Enter into the joy of the LORD.

Mr. Paul L. Gray Citizen/Patriot LE Supp
Satellite Beach (Brevard County), FL

July 29, 2016

Black & Blue

I once patrolled your streets and parks
to enforce a safer neighborhood for you and your families.

I was there to save you from near-death
When you were savagely beaten
at the hands of your childrens’ father
…and left for dead.

I stood next to your son & daughter
to ensure they arrived home safely
from bullying and those with bad intentions.

My partner and I helped you work through a tough situation
with your family
when asked to respond to a domestic disturbance…
Because…after all, everyone has troubles…
…I understand…
…I have a family as well…

I remembering pulling your cat to safety from drowning in your pool
and rescuing other pets from confined spaces
…too many to name…

It was nice to see you safe from that obnoxious man
Belligerent & high on drugs…
As he roamed the street
Eyes glassy, loud, full of anger & rage…& looking to provoke an altercation
But now, I know you are ok.

Traffic control isn’t always as relaxing as it looks…
The Eagles, Stones, U2…
I was glad to assist in walking you & your daughter across both intersections
On that gorgeous summer night
During rush hour when thing were crazy…
On your way to see Lou Gramm…

I will miss watching you and your peers
Walk across the stage to receive your D.A.R.E. certificates
Only one of a few proud milestones

When someone’s broken into your home
And you are there with your children alone…
I pray you are safe and able to get out or avoid the intruders by hiding
& have your gun ready to protect your family…

I was out there in the worst of it all
Without a second thought
To get you to a shelter
During that horrid hurricane and tornado
That tore your family’s home to shreds
& left your loved ones & pets scattered…
while I prayed my Own family was safe without me…

I’ve been there to try and protect your son & daughter
From drugs, firearms, and violence through the years…
& I remember when I inspired Both of them
to help people - as I do - and become officers.

Now, the sad truth is that
Many don’t respect us quite the same
Turning valued life into a video game
Trying to one-up the others…
Many carrying a sense of entitlement
To what they claim is rightfully theirs…
But…where I was raised…& years ago…
Respect is earned.
And interacting with adults and those in authority
went without saying…
Lately, there is deep hurt, anger, and violence
At the loss of lives
and there are targets on our backs…

I was proud and peaceful knowing I could do all that for you…
That is what I wanted…

But now…

Today…Your streets will go unmanned & unprotected
You will need to brave your neighborhood alone
Go to the store watching your back
or to the park with your children to watch them play
…but before you do,
Be sure to check the play area for any weapons someone may have left behind.

Today…I cannot protect you or your family
From the suspicious man who is lurking across the street
And driving by on multiple occasions…just waiting…

There is a prison break…two murderers at large in your area…
They could be anywhere…
Be alert if your children are out…
or you need to go somewhere on your own.
And be sure to secure your home tighter than Fort Knox.

Today…my heart breaks for you and your children
…laying bloodied and tattered on the pavement
and trapped in mangled metal because of that drunk…
Somebody will come for you, eventually…

When a vehicle plows through a crowd at a family festival,
Keep your loved ones close & who knows…
…maybe a citizen (licensed to carry)
will have good aim or know something about apprehension
in a way that will minimize the loss of lives.

Today…After working your long late-night shift…
Riding home on your bicycle & the driver of a vehicle loses control…
or has been out partying…
You awake on the side of the road (because the driver never stopped) badly hurt…
& barely clinging to life..
Just close your eyes & sit tight…quietly…
Maybe your family or friends will come looking for you…

Today…when your neighbor has had too much to drink
and he’s raping his wife/girlfriend
and beating his children
until they’re black & blue and unconscious…
You can hear their cries for help
…you know he’s violent…
…and there are weapons on site…
Maybe – by the grace-of-God…
when the torture has stopped…
they will still be alive.
Maybe.

Today…the woman abusing her animals goes free.
The animal’s been chained for days…
…unfed & left without water…
Knee-deep in snow and too weak to cry.
I’m sorry little four-legged friend…
…that I cannot be there for you.

Today…when your Grandmother has a stroke
or your Grandfather falls off a ladder in cardiac arrest,
I will be with them…only in spirit.

Today…I will not be able to be there for you
as that belligerent drunk in the restaurant
continues to ridicule & bully patrons to an obnoxious degree
looking for a fight & threatening their lives…
…maybe the Manager can step up…
…because today, I cannot be there for you…

Today…

I cannot be there for you…
Because, I was murdered in cold-blood…
…in the line of duty.

*I was ambushed & shot*

My partner would have been there to help you…
Only, he was ambushed & shot as well…
My heart breaks for you…
And I’m sorry that I cannot do what I set out to do…
But, we’ve been taken too early…
Before our time…

I almost made it…
After 30 years of service,
I was set to retire in 3 months…
Just to spend a little time with my wife…
Enjoying a cold drink in the breeze on the back porch…
Listening to our favorite songs…
Those moments are priceless
Especially aft. her being diagnosed with cancer…
We planned to travel to see our children and new Grandchildren
Out of state…

My partner’s bride
just gave birth to their new baby
only one month ago…
A little guy...
and a big sister in waiting…
They looked so proud & happy for their new family start…
He wasn’t even meant to be working that night…
He’d come in to work some OT.

I held him as we both lie calling…
“Officers down, Officers down..”
And we can hear the sirens…
We can feel the love and support…
as our Brothers and Sisters in Blue race to our sides…
But…the wounds are fatal…
And neither of us can hang on.

Murdered.
Shot in cold blood.
For only doing my job...

And only for This reason,
Today…
I cannot be there for you…

Because…
Any other time…
“I cannot be there for you..”
Said No Officer, Ever.

Rest easy…
And don’t ever forget
We are your Angels in Blue
Even in spirit.

God Bless everyone…
Be safe in your homes and on the streets,
and let the hatred & violence settle…
Be there for one another
regardless of race, uniform, religion, age or sex…
because BOTH Black and Blue are shooting and killing…
And BOTH Black and Blue are Dying…
The hatred and the bullets are the same color…
and pack the same lethal punch.

And because our generations of today and tomm.
need a sign of hope and promise
Make today count.

And know this is what your fallen, active, and retired Officers in Blue
Have given it all for…

Ms. Heather M. Madonia

July 29, 2016

• A PART OF AMERICA DIED.... Somebody killed a policeman today .... And a part of America died…. A piece of our country he swore to protect .... Will be buried with him at his side.... The beat that he walked was a battlefield too,.... Just as if he had gone off to war, .... Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half-mast .... To his name they will add a gold star.... The suspect that shot him will stand up in court .... With counsel demanding his rights,.... While a young widowed mother must work for her kids .... And spend many long, lonely nights... .. Yes, somebody killed a policeman today…. Maybe in your town or mine,.... While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors.... A cop put his life on the line.... Now his ghost walks the beat on a dark city street, .... And he stands at each new rookie's side; .... He answered the call… of himself gave his all,.... And a part of America died.

RIP Officer Jonathan DeGuzman.

Sgt. Randy Keenan / Ret.
City of Alameda, CA Police Dept.

July 29, 2016