Officer Down Memorial Page

I cannot believe it has been ten years. It seems like yetserday we were working nights together in Alpine. God Bless your family, Jamie. We will never forget you.

SBPA
May 13, 2012

Your memory is with us, Jaime, as we continue to roam the highways in search of those who benefit by harming others. The game has changed. There are less of us than there has ever been, and we could sure use your help. We still give it our best, when we can, just like you and the rest of the TNCP Road Warriors did back in the day. You will forever be remembered, missed and honored.

Vaya Con Dios, Hermano.
1* CORE

Anonymous
Former TNCP
November 14, 2011

Dad,
Another year has come and gone, but the pain is still the same as if yesterday. I miss you so much and wish that you could see your family grow and thrive, you'd be so proud. Jayme Lee has improved so much in gymnastics and mom is such a strong woman, holding this family together. The only thing missing in all this is you, but I know that one day we will all be together again. I love you so much.

Jessica
Daughter
February 22, 2011

Thank you Jaime for the sacrafice you made protecting the community and efforts you made to protect the passengers on the bus on that day back in 2002. I still think of you and remember our days on patrol in Alpine. You are missed everyday and never forgotten.

SA Heath Hardwick
ICE
November 25, 2010

Hey Dad,
Another year has come and gone and we still miss you very much. Its hard each day because there is so much I want to tell you, but your not here when I come home. I just wanted to say I love you and miss you very much.

Love Always,
Jessica

Jessica (Daughter)
May 23, 2010

8 years ago today, the world lost a very good man, friend, father, husband, brother, son and officer. Thank you for your sacrifice. You will never be forgotten.

Anonymous
May 16, 2010

Another year has come and gone but there is not a single day that passed when there is something that reminds me of you. I was remembering when we were little and your birthday would fall on Thanksgiving Day. Mom and Dad would tell you it was your party. Well, brother we celebrated your birthday this year and the feast was for you.

Love you and miss you so much!
your sis.

Esmie
sister
December 1, 2009

Thank you for your years of service and dedication to your community. May you rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer
September 6, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the seventh 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 who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
May 18, 2009

Jaime and his wife were friends of my wife and I. It really hit home when we heard of his passing. He was a good man and good officer. His family will be in our prayers. Miss you brother!

FOS Jason Penney
US Border Patrol
November 26, 2008

Jaime, another year approaches, and it feels like yesterday. We all remember what a Hero you are, and we all pray for your beautiful wife and children, plenty of sisters, that miss you dearly and many many more family and friends. Rest in peace my dear friend, we know you are watching over all of us. You are gone but not forgotten, and our prayers will continue for all of your family.

Reserve Office
Reeves County Sheriff's Dept
May 8, 2008

Thankyou for your service and sacrifice. You are hero for us all to look up too, you are not forgotten

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA
March 27, 2008

Jaime,
It was a honor in having you as my God father. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you. I will always keep you in my life and in my prayers. I truly miss you and love you.
Love,
Your God Daughter Kimberly

Kimberly Rubio
God Daughter
January 31, 2008

Compadre Jaime,
I still remember the crazy things that we used to do in the Academy back in 1991 at Sul Ross. It has been an honor knowing you during our High school days in Pecos, Texas and at the Academy. It was also an honor having you and Diana baptize my daughter Kimberly. She still remembers you and has your memorial by her bed. We all miss you. And I know that when I begin my tour of duty, that there is an awesome guardian angel there to protect me. May you rest in peace and watch over us.
Que Dios Te Bendiga
Deputy Demetrio Rubio
01/31/2008

Deputy Demetrio Rubio
Pecos County Sheriff's Office
January 31, 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
January 30, 2008

It has been five years since the world lost this hero. It probably seems like yesterday that he was here some days; other days it probably feels like it's been ages since you've seen him sitting at the kitchen table or walking in for roll call.

Know that on this day of remembrance, you are not alone in your mourning. Even though I did not know Sergeant Rodriguez, I grieve with you as if he were my own.

The thin blue line gets thinner... Watch over your brothers and sisters in blue.

Wife of an officer
May 16, 2007

The memory of a good person is a blessing- Proverb 10:7

Rest in peace. Thank you for your service.
Thoughts and prayers to your family, friends and co-workers.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia
May 16, 2007

May you rest in peace and may your loved ones be ever blessed.

May 16, 2007

Jaime, it still seems like just yesterday we worked together and laughed at the "fire" off the highway. Well we finally found out we were both wrong at where the smoke came from...but it was funny. Your picture on the wall at the Sheriff's Office is still shocking... the bus station is just a horrible site, and we still go by a say "hi" at the cementary. You were an outstanding officer and always will be. It was an honor to work with you and that smiling face of yours. You made the job look easy... thanks for the memories....Reeves County Reserve Deputies.

reserved deputy Reeves County
May 8, 2007

hey bud,
its almost been 5 years since you left us. i still think about you all the time. its hard to forget good friends, i still remember our conversation on the bus while ems was on the way, "hey you think i could get out of spanish class tomarrow" your cup was always half full. thanks for the inspiration on "not sweating the little things" i miss ya and you will always be in my prayers.thank you for being my friend its been an honor.

danny burch

ex- sergeant
trans pecos drug task force
January 18, 2007

REST IN PEACE BROTHER, YOUR SERVICE WILL NEVER BE FOR-GOTTEN, I NEVER MET YOU, BUT I AM FROM ANDREWS AND NOW LIVE IN THE HOUSTON AREA I FEEL LIKE THAT I KNOW YOU.

DEPUTY JOHN BAUCOM UNIT 5P23
HARRIS COUNTY PCT 5
January 14, 2007

Rest in peace brother.

V-28
United States Border Patrol
May 16, 2006

A man so remembered with love and respect never dies but continues to live on in the hearts and minds of others.May you Rest in Peace and may your family be surrounded by His Love.

May 16, 2006

I miss seeing you at church old friend when I go and see my parents in Pecos. I've seen Diana, Jessica, and Jayme there, but I always tend to think your sitting back there. I miss talking to you and remembering our old times at Sul Ross. We laughed at the memories. We always finished talking wih "be careful". You worried about me and I worried about you. My words could never tell you how much I enjoyed the privilege of working with you and being your friend. You are always in my heart. Be at Peace with our Lord and I pray we will see each other again.

Sergeant Albert R. Martinez
Dallas Police Department
November 8, 2005

Jaime was a good officer and a mentor to many. A lot of good things can be said about him and all will be true. But above all, Jaime was my friend. I attended the funeral, I've visited the memorial wall in Austin and his picture is on my desk. I will always carry him in my heart.
Con Dios, Amigo
Ross L. Bates

Trooper I Ross L. Bates
Texas Dept. of Public Safety
July 13, 2005