El Paso County Sheriff's Office, Texas
End of Watch Sunday, March 24, 2019
Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Peter John Herrera
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
Officer Jim Weaver
Los Angeles Police Department retired
March 27, 2019
My condolences to the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Peter Herrera. Losing a loved one is always difficult. Please take comfort in Jesus words found at John 5:28,29 where he said that there would be a resurrection. Just think of the time when you will see your loved ones again, in paradise conditions, here on earth.
Cpl. William Stanback (Retired)
Pennsylvania State Police
March 27, 2019
Rest in Peace Deputy Herrera
Police Officer Ahmed Danso-Faried
City of White Plains Police Department
March 27, 2019
Just goes to show that no traffic stop is routine. Please stay frosty out there LEOs. All give some and some give all. Rest in peace Deputy Herrera. My sincere condolences to his family/fellow deputies.
EDIBERTO LEAL
March 27, 2019
“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God”. Matthew 5:9
Thank you for your service. May you rest in peace, my brother.
Retired Chief of police Jim Spratlen
Durango Police Department
March 27, 2019
"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 Police department
Powell, Wyoming
March 27, 2019
God Bless You, Your Family, & Friends.
Thank you for your unselfish service.
James P. Waggle
Civilian
March 27, 2019
Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service. God's speed sir.
Lieutenant John C. Moore
Wisconsin State Conservation Warden
March 26, 2019
You're with the Lord now my brother. Rest in peace. May He comfort your loved ones and bring peace to their hearts. It was my honor to have you assigned as a patrol deputy at the Clint Station during my tenure. We will miss you and never forget.
Lieutenant G. Bustamante (Retired)
El Paso County Sheriff's Office (Retired)
March 26, 2019
Praying for relief for family and friends of Deputy Herrera. Rest in Peace
Joseph Hart-Bowley
March 26, 2019
Deputy Herrera, you are a hero in the truest meaning of the word. Our Lord will reward you abundantly, and He will take care of your wife during these saddest times. May God grant you His peace and immerse you and your wife in His Divine Mercy.
I'm a civilian who cares & appreciates the dedicated and unselfish service rendered by our police officers. I pray for them everyday, living or dead.
March 26, 2019
Rest easy Brother. Prayers and condolences for family, friends and coworkers.
Career Officer (Ret.) Victor Agosto
Chesterfield County Police (Va.)
March 26, 2019
My prayers for you and your families of blood and blue. May they take comfort from our Lord as he welcomes you into his embrace.
Patricia Belisle
March 26, 2019
May the good lord welcome you with open arms, for you have done your job well.
Douglas Maykowski
Fraternal Order Of Police Central Macomb Lodge #187 Macomb County Mich
March 26, 2019
On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Deputy, Peter Herrera, in the line of duty. It is always a huge loss when a fellow deputy makes the ultimate sacrifice. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed.
Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office
March 26, 2019
Rest in Peace Deputy Herrera, Thank you for your Service.
My Prayers to your Family, both Blood and Blue.
Deputy Terri Albright, #668
DuPage County Sheriff's Office
March 26, 2019
Rest in peace brother.
Detective Stephen Trejo
Donna I.S.D. Police Dept. Tx
March 26, 2019
Praying for peace and comfort today and in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy,
Rita Rocker
Deputy Executive Director
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles
March 26, 2019
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…
This inspiring poem was written by Jim Weaver, a retired LAPD Officer and former Idaho Sheriff. It is submitted with his full support and approval. We feel ceremonies such as this actually occur in the Heavenly Realm. We can all gain a glimpse at… ImagineHeaven.net …with the faith building book by Pastor John Burke, and his NDE interviews with credible individuals granted such Near Death Experiences. Both my Pastor and Family Doctors feel many such instances are fully valid. Indeed, “Do nor fear…for it is the Father’s good pleasure to give you the Kingdom” (Luke 12:32). May the Family, Friends and Department be comforted as Magnificent Reunions truly await all Christians!
Joe Lanier
a former Asst. Chief with the Jasper Texas PD
March 26, 2019
Very sad. Rest in Peace Brother.
B.P. SULLIVAN, CPL (RET)
ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE
March 26, 2019
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY OF DEPUTY HERRERA, AND ALL THOSE WHO MOURN THE LOSS OF DEPUTY HERRERA. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. HIS SERVICE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED IN YOUR COMMUNITY AND HIS DEEDS NEVER FORGOTTEN.
Ret Officer David Herbert
Toronto Police Service, Ontario Canada
March 26, 2019
I would just like to say thank you (although that doesn't seem to be enough) for your service and sacrifice (trying to make this crazy world a better and safer place). You will not be forgotten. Deepest sympathy to your friends, family and coworkers. RIP.
Marie C
NJ Citizen
March 26, 2019
Rest In Peace Brother LEO. Thank you Hero for your sacrifice and service. Thoughts and prayers for your family, friends and coworkers.
Officer Mike Robinson (Ret.)
Upland Police Dept. CA
March 26, 2019
On behalf of the Ohio Bureau of Identification & Investigation, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Deputy Sheriff Peter Herrera and the extended law enforcement family of the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, Texas.
End of Watch Sunday, March 24, 2019.
Rest in Peace brother and watch over us. We will protect and serve from here on in your honor.
I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, But tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.
By Jon F. Hooper
"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."
Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation
March 26, 2019
God rest his soul.
Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Retired
March 26, 2019
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