Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Sheriff Thomas, thank you sir for your service. The citizens of Valencia County are mourning their loss. We will keep your family and Department in our thoughts. Please watch over us as we carry on.

Sergeant William Foley
Chicago Ridge IL PD

December 8, 2016

RIP brother Ryan.

May God bless and be with your family, co-workers and friends at this very difficult time.

Investigator D. Bevenour
Gettysburg Police Department

December 8, 2016

Rest in peace brother!

Patrol Christopher Shortridge
Tazewell Police Department

December 8, 2016

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 Valencia County Sheriff's Office. Rest in Peace Brother.

Anonymous

December 8, 2016

God rest his soul.

Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Retired

December 8, 2016

Rest In Peace Brother.

Det. Andreoli
NYPD-108 pct

December 8, 2016

Our prayers to Deputy Thomas' Family and Brothers and Sisters in Blue at his loss. We know his service was appreciated by all and his loss will be hard on so many. God will be there to strengthen and comfort them through this time of loss and we pray for all to be forgiven of their sins so they may someday be reunited in Heaven. GOD Bless all.

Retired Sgt. Charles Carty
Benton, Arkansas Police Dept

December 8, 2016

With saddend hearts. officer Ryan Thomas has gone 10-42..
thank you for your services you will be missed but forgotten.

James Hallgrimson Blue Steel Security Officer

December 8, 2016

RIP Brother

Deputy Zak Rodgers
Boone County Sheriffs Dept

December 8, 2016

Ryan, my dearest friend and brother. Never in a million years did I think I woukd be seeing you here. I know you are at peace. I will never forget you,your brothers and I will ensure your memory lIves on with your children. Your the best man I ever knew, I love you my brother.

Micheal Yant, Belen Police Department

December 8, 2016

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

James P. Waggle
Civilian

December 8, 2016

May the family's fond memories help them through this difficult time.

Terry L. Vice
Patrol Officer (1979-1984)
Greeley PD
Colorado

December 8, 2016

Rest with God Deputy Thomas. Your dedicated service and ultimate sacrifice will not be forgotten. Prayers for your family during this time in their lives. May your children know you died a hero.

retired police officer Bob Lester
Midland Texas Police Department

December 8, 2016

Avenue of the Fallen

Standing at attention in their class “A“uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, are your brothers and sisters of Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the ultimate price.
Today, like many others, they welcome you to this wonderful place.
As you march down the Avenue of the Fallen, all eyes focus on you as if to say “it’s OK, you’re with your eternal partners.”
A salute is followed and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well.
Now come join us in the ranks, another is coming home.
Officer Jim Weaver (#11452) Los Angeles Police Department retired
12-25-2010

Retired Sheriff, Jim Weaver
Jerome County, Idaho Sheriffs Office

December 8, 2016

R.I.P. BROTHER Thomas!!!

Nebraska Police Officer

December 8, 2016

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER (RETIRED)
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

December 8, 2016

Brother, gone too soon and far too young. Rest in Peace and God Bless.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Dept.

December 8, 2016

Rest in peace brother, we have the watch now. God bless the family, friends, and co-workers of Deputy Thomas during this time of sudden and tragic loss.

Sr. Ptmn. Donald Meaders (RET)
Wewoka (OK) P.D.

December 8, 2016

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (Retired)
Mobile County Child Support Enforcement
Mobile County, Alabama

December 8, 2016

A Prayer for Deputy Sheriff Ryan Thomas:

Lord God, you are always faithful and quick to show mercy. Our Brother-in-Blue, Deputy Sheriff Ryan Thomas, of the Valencia County, New Mexico Sheriff’s Office, was taken from us in the Line-of-Duty. Come swiftly to his aid, have mercy on him, and comfort his family, friends, and colleagues by the power and protection of the Cross. Heavenly Father, as we mourn the death of our Brother-in-Blue, Deputy Sheriff Ryan Thomas, show us the immense power of your goodness and strengthen our belief that he has entered into Your presence. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

“God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted. God blesses those who are humble, for they will inherit the whole earth. God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they will be satisfied. God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy. God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God. God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God. God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs." [Matthew 5:3-10 NLT]

"For the policeman 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 is sent by God to help you. But if you are doing something wrong, of course you should be afraid, for he will have you punished. He 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]

"There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends." [John 15:13 NLT]

"Well done, my good and faithful servant." [Matthew: 25:21 NLT]

Pastor Steven R. Closs, BSBS, LOICM, LOICC, MNACM, MFCPO
The Peacemakers Prayer Ministry
Merrimack, NH 03054
Chartered by the National Association of Christian Ministers
“An Intercessory Prayer Ministry for Law Enforcement”

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department

December 8, 2016

Rest in Peace My Brother in Blue.

A/ Sergeant D. Vaquero
San Diego Police Department

December 8, 2016

My heart breaks so often now I have trouble finding new words for each reflection. Hero after hero are making the ultimate sacrifice as they serve and protect. Bless the heroes. Bless their families. Give them strength. None of you will be forgotten. Thank you officer and may you rest in peace.

Sergeant Michael R. Powell
State of Arkansas/Retired

December 8, 2016

Rest in peace.

Sgt. Jim Russo

December 8, 2016

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

December 8, 2016

Dep Thomas, may you rest in peace our brother. You will never be forgotten.

Sgt Richard Eckert
Town of Chester Police Dept

December 8, 2016