Mission Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Monday, August 24, 2020
Reflections for Police Officer Jorge Cabrera
When I got the news you were gone, I was in disbelief because not too long we were talking and laughing and I was telling you about my problems! You ALWAYS heard me out and you were one of the few people I trusted in the department! You helped me with a lot, from crash reports to advice on questions I had! You were truly and amazing person and a great officer/brotherin blue!
Police Officer Patricia Sifuentes
Mission Police Dept
August 25, 2020
When I got the news you were gone, I was in disbelief because not too long we were talking and laughing and I was telling you about my problems! You ALWAYS heard me out and you were one of the few people I trusted in the department! You helped me with a lot, from crash reports to advice on questions I had! You were truly and amazing person and a great officer/brotherin blue!
Police Officer Patricia Sifuentes
Mission Police Dept
August 25, 2020
When I got the news you were gone, I was in disbelief because not too long we were talking and laughing and I was telling you about my problems! You ALWAYS heard me out and you were one of the few people I trusted in the department! You helped me with a lot, from crash reports to advice on questions I had! You were truly and amazing person and a great officer/brotherin blue!
Police Officer Patricia Sifuentes
Mission Police Dept
August 25, 2020
Rest in peace brother! You were such a great friend and you helped me through so much! You were there for me when everyone else gave me their backs and I couldn't have appreciated that more! Thank you for being an amazing friend and a great officer! Prayers go out to your family! We will take it from here!
You always had a smile on your face and always knew how to brighten up peoples days! I will never forget how you would always tell me to go to church where you and your wife would teach and to take my daughters because you knew they would like it!
You had such an amazing heart and I'm in disbelief God took you from your brothers and sisters as well as your family so soon! But He has a purpose on why he did it and only He knows!
You will be missed deeply by all of us at the department! Heaven has 2 great men up there now! Yourself and Speedy!
Police Officer Patricia Sifuentes
Mission Police Dept
August 25, 2020
Rest in peace brother! You were such a great friend and you helped me through so much! You were there for me when everyone else gave me their backs and I couldn't have appreciated that more! Thank you for being an amazing friend and a great officer! Prayers go out to your family! We will take it from here!
You always had a smile on your face and always knew how to brighten up peoples days! I will never forget how you would always tell me to go to church where you and your wife would teach and to take my daughters because you knew they would like it!
You had such an amazing heart and I'm in disbelief God took you from your brothers and sisters as well as your family so soon! But He has a purpose on why he did it and only He knows!
You will be missed deeply by all of us at the department! Heaven has 2 great men up there now! Yourself and Speedy!
Police Officer Patricia Sifuentes
Mission Police Dept
August 25, 2020
Rest easy brother thank you for your service. May your sacrifice or memory never fade.
Jerry Matalone #8046 (Retired)
Des Moines Iowa Police Department
August 25, 2020
Faithful Unto Death | Eternal Rest | Salute
S. I. Drake - Lt/IPD | IMPD (Ret)
August 25, 2020
Rest in peace.
J.R.
August 25, 2020
Psalm 15
God bless.
Rest in peace brother.
Sgt. Paul Schanno
Minnesota Dept. of Corrections MCF-Stillwater
August 25, 2020
On behalf of the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in Klamath Falls Oregon, we send our sincerest sympathy in the recent loss of your Officer, Jorge Cabrera, from complications of the COVI-19 virus. It is always a huge loss when a fellow officer succumbs from this deadly virus. His bravery and courage to protect and serve your community has not gone unnoticed.
Sheriff Chris Kaber
Klamath County Sheriff's Office
August 25, 2020
My sincere condolences to his wife and children and loved ones. This is truly a very traumatic time for all. RIP Officer. Thank you for your service. Salute and Respect from the South African Police Service
Constable. Tessa Le Roux
South African Police Service
August 25, 2020
Gonna miss you, Jorge. Thank you for being a good friend all these years, and an absolute Brother in Christ. I am not worried about you because I know exactly where you are at this time. Please say hello to our friends and I'll see you as soon as I get there. If Amy and the kids need anything, their family is now larger than they could've ever imagined it could be. We are ALL here for them.
Deputy H L Hawbaker
Hidalgo County Constable's Office - Pct 3
August 25, 2020
In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!
"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 whose 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
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission
Investigator David L Bell (Retired)
Richland County Sheriff's Dept.
Columbia, SC
August 25, 2020
PRAYERS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND OUR FAMILY OF BLUE AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. REST IN GODS ARMS.
MOTHER OF A DALLAS POLICEWOMAN LINDA KEM
None
August 25, 2020
Rest in eternal Peace, good and faithful public servant.
God has already reserved a special place for our peacemakers.
Please continue your careful and diligent watch over us.
When Law Enforcement perishes, a proud and caring nation mourns.
Thank you for your heroic sacrifice!
Thank you for your selfless service!
Thank you for your guardian protection!
Our prayers to the family and department.
Charles F. Holloway, Jr.
Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association
Elizabethtown Police Department
August 25, 2020
On behalf of POINT 27, we would like to offer condolences for Police Officer Jorge Cabrera. Please know we are eternally grateful for Jorge’s service and his ultimate sacrifice.
To honor Police Officer Cabrera, POINT 27 sent 27 Thin Blue Line Dog Tag Necklaces, engraved with “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God” Matthew 5:9, to the Mission Police Department in Mission, Texas for Jorge’s partner and fellow officers. POINT 27 sent a Folded Flag Necklace engraved with “Greater Love has no one than this; than to lay down one’s life for one’s friend” John 15:13 for Police Officer Cabrera’s wife.
POINT 27 is a Non-Profit organization with a mission to strengthen and encourage members of the Armed Forces, First Responders, and their families, by sharing scripture on Dog Tags and Jewelry called Shields of Strength.
We will never forget and we are forever grateful.
Respectfully,
Colonel David Dodd,
United States Army Retired
Executive Director-POINT 27
Detective Jerry M. Rhodes (Retired)
Dallas Police Department-Reserve Division
POINT 27 National Outreach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
[email protected]
214-908-2617
Detective Jerry M. Rhodes (Retired)
Dallas Police Department Reserve Division
POINT 27- National Out Reach Coordinator
Law Enforcement Liaison
August 25, 2020
Rest in peace Officer Cabrera.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
August 25, 2020
Jorge,
You are my friend. You are my brother in blue, but most importantly you are my brother in Christ. It doesn't seem real that you're no longer here with us. I know you are overjoyed to be in the presence of our Savior, Jesus Christ. I am so glad that you became part of my life when our 2 Sunday school classes merged. I never wanted to have to say this to you but I will now. Rest easy my brother. Until we meet again. Thanks for your friendship, love, support, prayers, and being an amazing Sunday School teacher. Love you Jorge!
Ben McCoy
Friend/Former Federal Police Officer; McAllen, TX/
August 25, 2020
Rest In Peace! Thank you for your service!
Adult Probation and Parole Officer; Erie
Erie County Adult Probation and Parole
August 25, 2020
"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9
Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service
August 25, 2020
Rest in Peace!
Ptl. B L Waltz (Ret)
Avon Lake PD OH
August 25, 2020
Officer Cabrera, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. It took a small virus to take your life. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. May He immerse you and your loved ones in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.
Jess Espinosa
Civilian
August 25, 2020
God rest his soul.
Sgt. Robert A. Henne
Jersey City PD/Retired
August 25, 2020
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