Officer Down Memorial Page

I served with you and will always miss you, we will always remain brothers. We partnered and served together not only as LEO in FJD Warrant Unit but as comrades in the USMC. Peace my Brother and a Twenty One Gun Salute.

Ofc. Randolph Reyes
Department of Veterans Affairs Police
April 5, 2012

Gretchen, I had previously left a reflection and wanted to again honor Joe's service and sacrificce on this 8th anniversary. I was so sorry to learn that you had lost your son and I know this tremendous loss has also exacerbated your grief for Joe. You are in my thoughts and prayers today.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
March 19, 2012

I had the privilege to learn from and work with a great leader like Joe. His compassion, integrity and strength to motivate others go beyond what words can explain. You will never be forgotten my brother.

Galicia
USBP
March 19, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
March 19, 2012

When we lose a brother or sister in arms it breaks our hearts…but we are not disheartened. The loss is always tragic and we are saddened, but our resolve is not shaken. In truth our resolve is strengthened and we remain more dedicated than ever to the cause.

We stand more steadfast than before between the good and those who seek to commit acts of evil. The memory of those we have lost pushes us to ensure that those who have made the ultimate sacrifice will not have done so in vain. We will face that which causes fear and will not be deterred. We will not allow evil to move us off the path of righteousness but will meet evil head on…and defeat it.

Those we have lost are not gone, as we take them with us to continue the fight. And continue to fight we will…until there is no strength left in our bodies and our final breath is gone. We will do our duty, meet the challenge and overcome. As it has been said, “The only thing necessary for evil to succeed is for good men to do nothing”. There will always be those of us who refuse to do nothing. Those who lead the way and give others the strength needed to stand up for what is right…

Semper Fi Gunny, You won't be forgotten

Sgt. Royce Haislip
Kern County Sheriff's Office
March 18, 2012

You are missed Joe. He was a great leader who looked out for those who worked under him.

Former Investigator, Dan Guerriero
First Judicial District of PA, Co-worker
February 29, 2012

I remember the "Love - Hate" relatonship that we had for one another...lol; especially you being a Marine and me being an Army Soldier....lol. I remember us being a 2-Man team for a while working in the East and I hated it....lol. But through it all, I would not change any of it for the world. You were the best partner and mentor there ever was and will be. I remember when you got promoted and left me behind as Team Leader and I tried to Lead the same way you did; with confidence and respect!

Now I'm a Sergeant on the job and I'd like to say thank you for your training expertise, the memories, etc..... We miss you Silver Fox.

Kevin

SGT Kevin D. Milligan
First Judicial District of PA Warrant Unit
February 29, 2012

Happy Birthday Gunny

Heather
February 23, 2012

Hi Jo-Jo,it has been seven years without you this has been very sad because our son has not been with me at the vigil he is with you up in heaven and looking over me i know we all will meet again and the sun will shine on us and make us smile keep Eileen under your wings and protect her she is very ill please give me a sighn again love you forever your loving wife Gretchen

Gretchen Leclaire
Wife
April 12, 2011

Hi my love, it has been a while since i wrote to you i have been very sad because we lost our son your stepson who loved you so much Richard was my little baby Boy was a good man very smart and so handsome was ready to go in the military and be sworn in but passed away sudden still don't know what has happend i miss him s much it was very difficult when you where killed in the line of duty but when my son was called it took alot from me i miss you so much wish you where here with me and hold me love you and never let me go. your wife Gretchen

Gretchen Leclaire
Wife
October 22, 2010

Joe-Joe six years have gone since you where taken from me, Richard and i where at the unit and placed flowers in the roll call room and my best photo of you, you are so handsome miss you so much i will be there and kiss your stone and touch your name Eileen Holly Tyler and Billy miss you some of the Boys from the Unit were there to hugh and kiss me it gives me comfort knowing that i am not forgotten love you for ever. Your loving wife Gretchen.

Gretchen LeClaire
Wife
March 22, 2010

Six years have gone by and I still think about those good memories. You are and will always be a good leader, friend and partner. You will always be remembered.

GALICIA
USBP

GALICIA
March 19, 2010

Thank you for your dedication and the example for all of us in this profession. The Sergeant LeClaire's family, God always does what he says he will do. So be ready for peace because it is coming one day, He promised.

Detective
Gastonia Police, NC
March 19, 2010

Joe,
I can't believe it has been 6 years already! It seems like only yesterday we were running the streets together! I miss you so much. Not a day goes by that we don't think about you or talk about you and your witty antics. The Warrant Unit will NEVER be the same without you. And can you believe they made me a Lieutenant? You always said it would happen one day, and you were right! I am trying my best to be the supervisor you knew I could be. I just wish you were here working side by side with me. I will do my best not to let you down, I will try to make you proud. Just as long as you promise to watch over me from above. I love you Joe, Rest In Peace friend...
My love Always,
Heather

Lt. Heather Bernard
FJD Warrant Unit
March 19, 2010

Joe,
I can't believe it has been 6 years already! It seems like only yesterday we were running the streets together! I miss you so much. Not a day goes by that we don't think about you or talk about you and your witty antics. The Warrant Unit will NEVER be the same without you. And can you believe they made me a Lieutenant? You always said it would happen one day, and you were right! I just wish you were here working side by side with me. I will do my best not to let you down, to be the supervisor you thought I could be, I will try to make you proud. Just promise you will watch over me from above. I love you Joe, Rest In Peace friend...

My Love ALWAYS,
Heather

Lt. Heather Bernard
FJD Warrant Unit
March 19, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
March 19, 2010

Joe,
Not a day goes by that you are not thought of. Thanks for being a great friend and leader, and passing on your knowledge and skills. Miss listening to you singing in the car to the oldies, and that devilish smile. You are a true HERO!

Ed Timcho
FJD Warrant Unit
March 18, 2010

Joe, there has not been a day gone by that I've not thought of you at least once...I am no longer with the Unit but I still remember the wonderful times we had together and the fun laughs we shared and the out of work experiences we challanged together. You where the first one who welcomed me to the Unit when I arrived and treated me like your son. You showed me the ropes and how to stay alive out in the field and I will always remember that forever. There will come a time I will personally Thank You for that. I have also not played a round of golf since you where taken away from us that I don't stand on a far-way and look up to the sky and say Joe, "how would you handle this shot". I want to finish with I miss you dearly your a great friend,listener,my inspiration ,and we will met again and catch up..I miss you pal....

Albert Rementer
Ex-Partner/Best Friend
March 15, 2010

grandpa. i didnt know you very well but the time i got to spend with you was great. you were really fun to be around. your great grandson turned 6 yesterday. he is getting very big. He talks alot and looks so very much like his father.I really wish you could have met him. he would have kept you laughing. he has such a personality and is so very funny. this year will be 6 years. it is very hard but i am able to handle it and so is grandma. she misses you so very much. ok grandpa got to go love you keep watching out for us.

kami magoon
granddaughter.
March 4, 2010

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY LOVE MISS YOU AS ALWAYS EILEEN,BILLY ,RICHARD TYLER, HOLLY,AND ALL YOUR FRIENDS WISH YOU A HAPPY BIRTHDAY LISA MY SISTER ALSO WISHES YOU A HAPPY BRTHDAY JUST CAME BACK FROM EUROPE SURE WISH THAT YOU WOULD HAVE BEEN WITH ME I THOUGHT OF THE WONDERFULL TIME THAT WE HAVE SPEND IN VIENNA, HUNGARY AND AUSTRIA LOVE YOU FOR EVER AND ALWAYS. YOUR LOVING WIFE GRETCHEN

GRETCHEN LECLAIRE
WIFE
February 23, 2010

My Darling husband,it is five years since you where taken from me,i am siting here so alone and my tears are just rolling down on my face and saying to my self when will this stop the hurt= when i read the reflection it makes me fell so warm inside knowing people care to think of you of your dedication as a heroe you protected your partners and gave up you life,it has been so sad to read so much of new heroes who have been killed in the line of duty Joe you can form a new department up where you are and know that you all are save and there is peace make sure you keep them in line knowing how you are, miss yu so much and i always hugh your pillow your loving wife Gretchen

Grtechen LeClaire
wife
March 30, 2009

Rest in peace Joe, your not forgotten!

Ed Timcho
March 20, 2009

Joe, remembering you on the anniversary of your death. You have not been forgotten my brother.

GALICIA
USBP
March 19, 2009

You have not been forgotten. Continue to watch over all of your loved ones and protect them from harm. Thank you for your dedicated service to law enforcement and also to your Country.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Offocer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
March 19, 2009

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are bold as a lion
Proverbs 28:1

God bless you and all who mourn you. May God give them the strength to carry on. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9-20-08

K.L.
March 19, 2009