Corpus Christi Police Department, Texas
End of Watch Saturday, June 1, 2024
Reflections for Senior Police Officer Vicente Ortiz, Jr.
This Sunday is the Feast of Corpus Christi. May Christ, who gave himself for us, welcome you into his everlasting arms. Prayers spoken for you and your family.
The Rev. A. Arsene
Andrea Arsene
All Saints Episcopal Church, Indianapolis, Indiana
June 2, 2024
Rest in peace, Officer Ortiz. Thank you for your service.
May God comfort your family, friends, and fellow officers at this difficult time.
God bless and protect the Thin Blue Line that protects us all.
Private Citizen Kathryn Felts
Mother of & Family Member of Law Enforcement
June 2, 2024
Rest in peace sir. God bless you and God please watch over his family.
Michael Cooper, retired
Barry County MO Sheriff’s Office
June 1, 2024
Rest in peace Officer Ortiz. Thank you Sir for your service and sacrifice. May God bless your family and fellow colleagues.
Former reserve Deputy ( OCSO) FL Eddie A
Osceola county Sheriff's office
June 1, 2024
Heavenly Father, You are Compassionate and Merciful. None of America's Peace Officers leave home without the fear of not returning at the end of their assigned watch. It is a fear that haunts them daily. Unfortunately, the worst does sometimes come to pass, and lives a left shattered. Lord God, bless and keep the hearts and souls of those who have lost loved ones in the Line-of-Duty. Wipe away the tears from their eyes. Soothe their pain and bind up their emotional wounds through the wounds of Your beloved Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. In His mighty and holy Name, and by His authority, I pray. Amen.
A Scripture Verse from "The Law Enforcement Officer's Bible":
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." [Matthew 5:4 CSB]
Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA
Ordained/Licensed/Certified Independent Christian Clergy
The Badge 183 Peacemakers Prayer Ministry
Member: Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers - USA
Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)
June 1, 2024
Rest easy partner, I was so proud to serve with you! You made a difference every day, and will be missed so much. K9 Tanja loved you brother.
Officer Chris Lynch
Corpus Christi Police Dept
June 1, 2024
God bless you Officer Vicente Ortiz Jr., for your service and sacrifice. Thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends, and to your brothers and sisters from the Corpus Christi Police Department. Rest in Peace Brother.
Officer Jim Drabos (Retired)
San Gabriel (CA) Police Department
June 1, 2024
Rest in Peace brother….we’ll take it from here!!!
Sgt Bj McGilvery
Williamson County Sheriff’s Office (Texas)
June 1, 2024
Requiescat in Paces
Police Officer Mike O'Connor
Branford CT PD
June 1, 2024
Rest in peace brother. We have the watch from here. Thoughts and prayers for you, your family and your department.
Officer Tommy Thomason
Security Officer
June 1, 2024
God rest your soul, Senior Officer Ortiz, Jr. May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten.
Investigator Christopher Port (Ret.)
California Highway Patrol, Valley Div. MAIT
June 1, 2024
Rest in peace Senior Officer Ortiz.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
June 1, 2024
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