Officer Down Memorial Page

U.S. Hwy 70 mile post 325 to 329 has been named in Memory of Officers Damon Talbott and Raymond Robert Solis, New Mexico State Police Officers killed in the line of duty.

You will now be remembered by every motoring citizen who travels this highway.

God bless you and your family now and always!

Stephen Cary - Lieutenant
New Mexico State Police
October 26, 2011

Its been ten years my cousin and your memory lives in every single family member!! My uncle and aunt remember you every single day and will never forget you i know it's hard on them everytime your anniversary comes but they have done right by you cousin. Always remember and never forget. Love you lots and hopefully we can all be together one day.

na
cousin
October 26, 2011

Robert I can't believe it's been 10 years since you left us to be with Our Lord. We Love you and miss you so much. My tia and tio keep your memory alive and this year they will host a 10 year Memorial bike run in your honor. We will be there as well as alot of other family members to Remember you and to Honor you my Dear Cousin. God Bless You, My Tia & Tio We Love you ~

COUSIN
Cousin
October 18, 2011

May God bless you fellow TROOPER and your family. Rest in Peace.

Mike
Texas Trooper
December 7, 2009

God Bless you and your family. Your family has had a yearly Memorial Poker Run in your honor every year since that tragic day in Oot. Capt Oscar Gonzalez and his Harley Davidson counterparts give you a great ride. All your family is there to support them. We will never forget you!!!!

Anonymous
December 7, 2009

Solis, you and I were at NMMI together. I too understand your sacrifice,EFL NMMI 91

Anonymous
October 3, 2009

It seems like everyday goes by it seems like a dream a really bad one when I think the day won't getbetter I know it will I know you r watching over us if u could only see esmi she is big I know she would have loved u as much I do I know u r with us we love u and u will never be forgotten. Love, Jasmine Esmeralda

Anonymous
January 12, 2009

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE
March 12, 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
December 17, 2007

~Never forgotten~ God Bless your family, friends and co-workers.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia
October 19, 2007

Robert, it's been six long years and we all miss you so much. Christine, the kids and I are going to make the drive to Roswell to be with everyone this weekend. As much as we love seeing everyone, I'm sorry that it is due to the anniversay of you departure. You tried to talk me into transfering to NMSP, but my feet are set in Colorado. However, a large part of me wishes I would have had the opportunity to serve along side you. Who knows what kinda of trouble we could have gotten into. I know everyone will enjoy being together, please watch over us all. Until we see each other again, God bless.

Officer Alex Covarrubias III
Brighton Police Dept. Brighton Co. (cousin by mariage)
October 17, 2007

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service.

vandenberghe
nh
October 16, 2007

What a sad story. Patrolman Solis, thank you for your service. Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO
October 15, 2007

It has been 5 years since this tragic accident occurred. I am certain your family, friends and co-workers have grieved much in this time. I hope that God grants peace and comfort on this most difficult date.

God bless, rest well warrior. Your brothers and sisters in blue will take it from here.

Thank you for your service to New Mexico.

LEO Wife, APD
October 19, 2006

G-d Bless.

October 19, 2006

It will soon be 5 years that your tour of duty ended and I salute you for your dedicated service to law enforcement. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten. I know the tears still flow from the heart of your loved ones and will for many more years. I know the pain they feel and that they live with each and every day. They will always remember you. They carried you in their arms when you were a baby and toddler, now they carry you in their hearts. Keep watch over them and wrap your wings around them and protect them from harm. Remember, heroes never die and the Blue Family will never let you be forgotten.

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

Bob Gordon, Chicago Gold Star Father
August 13, 2006

Robert, It has been four long years. Your family misses you so much. They have your Poker Run each year and will always keep your memory alive.

Damon's Dad, Kim

Kimou so much Talbott
October 24, 2005

To the family and friends of Patrolman Ramon Robert Solis and his fellow officers with the New Mexico State Police, and most especially to Ramon.

It has been four years since you were so tragically taken from your loved ones. Your valor and bravery are not forgotten.

May his loved ones continue to be embraced the caring and comfort of their law enforcement family, and other police survivors.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Patrolman Solis gave to his community and the citizens of New Mexico and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on October 19, 2001.

Phyllis Loya,mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD eow 4/24/05

October 19, 2005

On the anniversary of your death, I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

Rest in peace. God bless.

October 19, 2004

God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.

You gave your life to make a change for the betterment of mankind. You are truly an angel. God saw that and took you to be with Him at his side.
Thank you for your sacrifice. We love you, dear one. Life is eternal and we will meet some day. In the meantime, please pray for us as we pray for you daily.

Grandma & Grandpa Hinkle
Parents of a Kern County Deputy Sheriff
September 29, 2004

Life was so short for Robert, but those of us that knew him know that he lived life to the fullest. He will never be forgotten. Ride that Harley up in heaven!!!!

Your Pal,
Steve

July 2, 2004

Happy Birthday Mijo

We may never understand the things
God permits to be.
To lose someone in the newness
of life and energy.
Our hearts are broken and
the pain seems so much.
It is then we feel his firm
and gentle touch.
God knows each time a young man is
born and taken away, our son Robert
was one he didn't allow to stay.
The angels carried Robert
high to see the King.

"Gone but never forgotten"
We love you so much Mijo.
Together forever
Mom and Dad

January 19, 2004

Happy Birthday Mijo

We may never understand the things
God permits to be.
To lose someone in the newness
of life and energy.

January 19, 2004

May knowing that someday you will see your loved one again and this time it will be forever, comfort you in your time of loss. From someone who has walked in your shoes!!!!!!!!!

Anonymous
January 13, 2004

God speed to our brother Ramon and may God help his family through this devastating time. May they find peace in knowing that there are many people praying and thinking of them.

Anonymous
January 13, 2004