Los Angeles Police Department, California
End of Watch Saturday, July 27, 2019
Reflections for Police Officer Juan Jose Diaz
Thinking of you today buddy. Someone asked me about my memorial bracelet. I told them a little about you and who you were as a person. I’m always happy when I get an opportunity to talk about you.
Juan you may be gone, but never forgotten. I miss you brother.
Police Officer Erik Escoto
LAPD (2016-2020) Corona PD (Present)
February 27, 2024
God Bless you for standing up for what was right! Rest In Peace
Detective II John Freitas
Los Angeles Police Department Ret.
September 10, 2021
Rest in peace.
Lieutenant Raymond Flores
NYPD (retired)
July 27, 2021
Thinking of you today after seeing your sister on television and feeling her pain as she advocates for justice for you and other victims. We are all praying for strength for her so she can meet the challenge and achieve her goal. We must protect our law enforcement officers and find justice for all victims.
Rest in God’s light. Yours was a life too brief.
Nancy
Surviving spouse of LAPD Officer Roger Warren (eow 5/8/67)
December 16, 2020
Thank you for your service and please know that your sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten. Rest in peace always.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
July 27, 2020
On behalf of my Boy Scout Troop in Walnut, CA, I send my hearts to the LAPD HQ and the men and women and family and friends of the LAPD. Rest In Peace.
William Jin
Future LEO and Boy Scout in Troop 737, Walnut, California
May 15, 2020
You will never be forgotten. Forever RIP.
First Sergeant Thomas Webb, Retired, NYSP
January 10, 2020
Deepest Condolences from Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy, Session 17
Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement ACAD
Zone Five Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy, Session 17
October 18, 2019
Officer Diaz - My heart breaks for your family, co-workers and especially the friends who were with you and watched what happened. It's just not right.
Thank you for your service to the people of the City of Los Angeles. May God grant you eternal rest and may His perpetual light shine upon you.
Sgt. K. Moreland (Ret. LAPD)
Arapahoe Community College PD
September 25, 2019
RIP.
Det. Robert DOrazio Retired.
LAPD
September 25, 2019
Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray Psalm 91 over all LEO’s and this prayer also:
“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, loving family, friends, neighbors and caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name and for Your Glory, Amen.”
I know that God sends those angels to watch over our officers, sometimes to protect them and sometimes to whisk our officers into His presence.
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.
I have lifted your family to God every morning for over eight years. I pray that Juan's life and death will bring glory to His name.
Trust those prayers. God is with you; He knows and will ease your pain.
Our faith helps us to see beyond the grave.
Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011
August 28, 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
August 27, 2019
R.I.P. Brother
Cpl Julian “Jules” Olvera
Seguin Tx, Police Department
August 26, 2019
The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.
There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.
Author Unknown
Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
August 18, 2019
As with Officer Dias, I grew up wanting to be a police officer and in fact worked for 44years in public safety, although I was never shot, I had several serious injuries which nearly ended my life and career. I am so greatful for young people like Officer Dias who still want to serve their communities and I hope he becomes an example for young people in LA to follow.
The feelings of my heart and mind go out to Officer Diaz's family and friends as well as all the GREAT OFFICERS OF LAPD.
MAY THE LORD GIVE YOU STRENGTH AND COMFORT YOU IN YOUR TIME OF MOURNING.
J. Gregg Newman Master Officer retired
WEST VALLEY PD
August 16, 2019
Juan, gracias for you're service!! God Bless you & you're familia you will forever be in our our hearts I grew up in the same streets as you did & you did the ultimate with the odds standing against you thank you officer I will pray & forever hold you & you're familia in my thoughts & prayers God Bless, R.I.P. Hero!
Ralph Torres
August 14, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolence for the tragic loss of P.O. Diaz. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the families concerned.
Rest in peace brother.
Donald Current
NYPD Retired
August 13, 2019
A real "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 PD, NY
August 13, 2019
It’s always said when policement die and more so in the line of duty. I am heartbroken about this loss because it so isn’t necessary. My heart go out to the family and the police corps who have to deal with such tragic loss.
Philip Lafeber
LA tourist
August 13, 2019
Rest in Peace Brother !! Prayers are with your friends, family and fellow brothers and sisters behind the badge.
Ofc. M Espinoza
Gila River Police Dept, AZ
August 13, 2019
I am so sorry to see this bravery officer leaved us.
Rest in peace, and thank you for protecting the City of Los Angeles.
Ed
City Employee
August 12, 2019
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Officer Diaz. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Los Angeles Police Department.
US Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service
August 12, 2019
Rest Easy brother, we have the watch, God Speed
Los Angeles Police Department Detective
Los Angeles Police Department
August 9, 2019
Rest In Peace Brother!!
Lieutenant Vic Manata
Newark Police Department , Newark NJ
August 8, 2019
Thank you for your service sir GOD BLESS.
Mrs.C Singleton /Concern Citizen
August 8, 2019
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