Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

First I would like to say that not a day goes by that I don't think about you and my brother. I was very young at the time and didn't understand what was going on. I'm now 34 and see how this situation has affected both the Cavazos family and the Weeks family. I can't say enough how sorry I am for what happened, but I do believe that everything happens for a reason. I have been able to take my brothers mistake and use it as motivation to do the right things in life. I tell his two sons every day not to make the same mistake, or to put yourself in a situation that could cause you your life or someone else's. I thank God for leading me to this site so I could pay my respects to the family. God bless you all and may the memory of them both be with us forever!

DeAngelo Van Weeks

January 24, 2013

Thank you to anyone who continues to keep Jose's sight of death refreshed! Jose', our children and I continue to grieve the loss of your life! We live on but thoughts of you are frequent. But be assured we have instilled in your grand daughter the special person you were. When she visited me last year, she went home with some of your trinkets. She was thrilled. She asks questions about details of your life.
I always pray that when my steps in life seem unsure, that you are sending me messages from heaven to guide my way!

Linda Q. Cavazos
Wife

July 12, 2012

Pass by this every day - with the U.S. Flag (used to be a Teddy Bear there too - no more Teddy Bear ?) I say a prayer each time I pass this. Glad someone put up a new flag for Trooper Cavazos (the old one was getting badly tattered last year...)

Vicky R.

July 5, 2012

LTC I hope you remember me SFC Reyes , I gave the class speech at graduation (for the above Person). The teachers were Dr. Cluff, and Dr. Fails.Yes we went with Joe looking for topaz and he made a bracelet for my wife out of tiger eyes. What a great guy, at the time of his death I myself was bedridden from a car accident and I saw his picture on TV and wept for days, especially for not been able to attend his services. Jose (JOE) will be missed by many. God Bless his Family and I will always have him and his family in my thoughts and prayers.

SFC (RET)
US Army Military Intelligence

January 27, 2012

Jose and I attended a course at BYU years ago. He seemed to be a really solid guy and we became good friends in a short time. We even went out and mined topaz during the weekend of a two week course. When I went to work in DC he invited me to his home to meet his lovely family and have dinner with them. I know he was dedicated to his family, his job and the nation - The execution of the scum that murdered himwont bring Jose back, but he wont do it again. I still think of Jose and what a great guy he was. We are all poorer by his leaving.

LTC (RET) USA SF, Reserve Deputy, BCSO
US Army Special Forces

December 5, 2011

It's still difficult to believe you've left our neighborhood and I'm reminded of the incident that took place as I travel past the cemetery where you rest and of the location where this took place everyday as I go to and from work. Our children played together at school and you were always there for the kids of Nokesville. You maybe gone but you're not forgotten in our hearts and minds and will always remain a friend and neighbor. Gods Speed Jose.

Mary & Alex Hannula - E7 USN-Ret.
Local Community

August 23, 2011

JOSE,
STILL MISS YA

A-67
VSP TROOPER

February 24, 2011

When calamity comes, the wicked are brought down, but even in death the righteous have a refuge - Proverbs 14:32.

You are remembered.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi #1249
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada

February 24, 2011

18 years and you are still remembered.

First Sergeant Salvatore A Torelli
Fauquier County Sheriff's Office, VA

February 23, 2011

I served with Jose in the 338th MI Detachment at Ft Meade MD. He was a good man and I remember him.

Randy Moran
Fellow Soldier

December 28, 2010

17 years and still you are not forgotten.

First Sergeant Salvatore A. Torelli
Fauquier County Sheriff's Office, VA

April 6, 2010

I served with this great trooper in Operation Desert/Shield he was an outstanding soldier and leader.

Lt. Christopher Staples
Dept. Of Juvenile Justice

March 17, 2010

Joe I know your in a safer place now. I remember the good times we had while growing up in Edinburg, Tx. Graduating from High school. When as a teenager you worked in our grocery store and I knew then you where going to be something special. God bless your family. The good lord welcomed you with open arms.

Robert Gorena
Good Friend

April 7, 2009

16 years since you have left us and I still haven't forgotten. I wanted you and your family to know that I still remember you and that I will never forget no matter how many years go by.

First Sergeant Salvatore A. Torelli
Fauquier County Sheriff's Office, VA

March 22, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 16th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

February 24, 2009

I served with Jose in the U.S. Army in Operation Desert Shield/Storm. He is missed

Sgt Christopher L. Blake
comrade

February 19, 2009

I was stationed at Ft Belvoir as a military police when you were cowarly shot down. The news and details of the incident sticks with me to this day. I live in Woodbridge and pass your memorial often. "You are not forgotten brother" God bless you and your family

SGT D
437th Military Police Company Ft Belvoir

May 27, 2008

"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
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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and may not be duplicated without permission

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

April 8, 2008

Jose it's been 15 years and I will never forget. You are still remembered. I am reminded of you each and every time I drive by Fairview Cemetery. You will never be forgotten.

First Sergeant Salvatore A. Torelli
Fauquier County Sheriff's Office, VA

March 11, 2008

I was not employed in Prince William When you were killed, but I use the overpass every week. The Virginia State Police does a great job of paying honor to you on location, I wanted to do my little part. Rest in peace Brother.

Officer
Prince William County Police

March 7, 2008

You have not been forgotten. Thinking of you and your loved ones on this day. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones. Thank you for your dedicated service to lawn enforcement and those you served.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer, Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

February 24, 2008

Trooper Cavazos,
On today, the 15th anniversary of your murder, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Virginia. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. It took another seven years, but your murderer finally got the justice that he deserved.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

February 24, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE AND DEDICATION YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE

Van Den Berghe
MANCHESTER, NH

February 19, 2008

I recently returned to Virginia after relocating over 15 years ago. I still remember a conversation we had regarding his love for his wife and kids. Jose was an inspiration for a lot of people. Linda, may God bless you and the kids.

Jose M. Perez
Friend

December 30, 2007

TROOPER CAVAZOS, YOU HAVE SERVED WELL. MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE. A HERO FOR SURE. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

November 18, 2007