Officer Down Memorial Page

Jeff did an outstanding job today speaking on behalf of your sacrifice, and for all the officers out there. He thinks you were probably laughing at him for getting a little emotional.....but I also know that you are very PROUD of the words he spoke, and the message he brought! I am so very proud of him......his strength, dedication and fortitude are inspiring to all. Man was it cold! But I couldn't help but notice the sun peaking through, just as the balloons were released and your names were called.....Thank you for that. This is always a bittersweet day for me, the bagpipes and taps/21 gun salute always make me cry, and yet I always walk away from it all with a renewed sense of peace and comfort in taking that time each year to honor you all, and also to thank those who carry on in your absence.

Natalie landed in DC this morning, and she will be paying honor to you and the others there in grand ways this week too, I know you are proud of her as we all are....she has such an incredible heart!

I liked the Chaplain's words today, when he said (and I know I am very loosely paraphrasing here) "When there is sunshine, we remember them.....during good times, we remember them....when there are difficult times, we remember them....when we have tough decisions to make, we remember them and look to them for guidance.....EVERY SINGLE DAY, WE REMEMBER THEM." It is so absolutely true!

Miss you J-Rod......

WE REMEMBER
Meridith
May 11, 2012

Jared you would be so proud of Jeff. He is a Lt. now and I know that he will be an awesome "leader." He is the epitome of what I look up to as a leader within this dept. I miss you buddy. I always leave here with misty eyes. I saw Natalie the other day and it does my heart good to see her and talk to her. She is an amazing lady, as you well knew. Keep us safe and continue watching over us. Thank you Jared.

1756
April 30, 2012

Jared,

Five years ago, April 7th, was the day before Easter as it is today. Then I wrote you the following message. The pain I refer to is still present......

April 7th, 2007

My Dear Jared,
My Precious son,

The agonizing pain never goes away. Slowly, so very slowly I am beginning to smile a little when beautiful memories of you and me together are in my thoughts. I had a dream recently of you and me together. You, I and Grandpa Birchall were in the living room. You were six years old and were sitting on my lap with your back against my chest. Grandpa was just smiling at the two of us. As you were watching TV, I had my arms around you and I kept gently kissing the top of your head. Even though I knew the answer (of course) I asked you, "Jared, how old are you?" Without turning around, you said, " You know Dad, I am six." I said, "Oh, that's right, I forgot." And then I kissed the top of your head again. I woke up right after that and that is why the dream is so clear in my mind. It was so clear that I could still feel you in my arms ... I could still feel the kissing of you upon my lips.

Since that horrible, horrible February day, there are two days when I reverently honor you, your memory and your legacy by conducting the Five Candle Ceremony. Those two days each year are on your Birthday and on Easter Sunday. I promised you, your Spirit that I will do all that I can in my remaining days on earth to honor you, your memory and your legacy. This beautiful candle ceremony is but one of many ways I am and will always keep that promise.

Tomorrow morning, when the Easter sunrise casts God's glorious rays of light upon that section of the Rockies ... that Hallowed ground that is marked … ….. ….. "JARED SCOTT JENSEN ...HERO," ….as the light is filtered through the tall trees that surround that holy ground ... know that I, your Dad, will be thinking of you with both a grieving heart but also a most thankful heart that God above allowed you to be my son.

I love you, Sweetheart.

Dad

Thomas Jensen
I am Jared's father
April 7, 2012

Jared,

You had a way of making things look so easy... I wish I had half of your strength.

Help us find the courage to carry on our Watch, and know that nobody has forgotten.

Pasquale/2483
SSG, US Army
March 9, 2012

I have not forgotten...

A Proud CS Citizen

Anonymous
February 25, 2012

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones. You have not been forgotten by those that love you dearly. Continue to watch over all of your loved ones.

"When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure."

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
February 23, 2012

Hey J-Rod

It is hard to believe that it has already been six years. Just came from a moment of silence held for you. You are greatly missed and loved. You and your family are always in our thoughts and prayers.

Detective Mark Chacon
CSPD
February 22, 2012

Thinking of you and your family on this sixth anniversary of your end of watch. Your selflessness and sense of duty still continue to inspire and may your spirit soar. I can visualize your father kissing your picture today and feel your mom's longing for you. I am holding all your family in thought and prayer today.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 22, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP now, a Hero you were.

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
February 22, 2012

Jared, you made such an impact on so many and will never be forgotten. I could not be more proud to be your brother. I miss you bro

Jeff Jensen
Proud Brother
February 22, 2012

Dearest Jared -
sending so much love to you today and always - thank you for the sunshine, for watching over each and every one of us, for walking with your brothers and sisters each moment...until we meet again, you know my heart....Always,

your Natalie
February 22, 2012

Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

CSPD - civilian
February 22, 2012

Time does not heal...just saying.
Always missed, never forgotten.

CSPD employee
CSPD
February 22, 2012

HONORING YOU OFFICER JENSEN,ALTHOUGH IT HAS BEEN 6YEARS NOW,I WILL NEVER FORGET YOUR ULTIMATE SACRIFICE TO MAKE THE COLORADO SPRINGS COMMUNITY A SAFE PLACE FOR OUR CITIZENS.R.I.P. OFFICER JENSEN,WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU & HONOR YOU.

S. CHANDLER
EX-COLORADO SPRINGS CITIZEN
February 22, 2012

Hello J-Rod,
I'm checking in to yet you know your not forgotten, and never will be. Rest in Peace and keep smiling.

Detective Mark Robertson (ret)
CSPD
February 22, 2012

Thanks for your years of services, Jared.

David
February 22, 2012

***Forgot to sign my name to that last one.....
Love, Meridith

WE MISS YOU.
February 21, 2012

J-Rod,
Another year checked off the calendar.....and yet your presence in our lives is still felt loud and strong (THANK YOU for your little "visits" usually when we need it most!) But it's just not the same as wishing we could just sit down at the poker table with you again and "shoot the sh*t" like we always did....It's just NOT the same.....and it never will be.

Can't wait to see Natalie next week in Ohio.....even though it will be a short trip, I will take whatever I can get! I know you have been near them all lately, as you welcomed Sandy up there with a hug and a smile.........let them feel your love and strength now when they really need it too!

I know I say the same things every year, but the message is still so strong in my heart..... and I am sure you can see all the wonderful ways that your memory is still alive in each of us. Thanks for reminding ME to "enjoy the ride..."

WE MISS YOU.
February 21, 2012

Happy Birthday! Wish you were here.

Gone but not forgotten!

D
February 5, 2012

Thank you God for letting me be Jared's Mom. The sentence is short but the gratitude is immense.

I love you my Son.

Debby Hudson, Jared's Mom
February 5, 2012

Happy Birthday Jared !!! Love ya lots

Jonika
sister
February 5, 2012

Miss You

Pam
February 5, 2012

My precious Jared... my son,

As your 36th birthday this Sunday approaches and as the 6-year mark (February 22nd) since you were taken from us approaches ... this hole in my heart is ever-present and will not heal. As you know, I start each day and end each night by kissing the left side of your face on that 8 x 10 picture of you, in uniform, smiling that broad grin of yours. As I said in Court that day... "if it weren't for that picture and my ability to kiss my son each morning and each night, I would go insane."

Love you Jared...

Dad

Thomas Jensen
I am Jared's father
February 2, 2012

Rest in Peace, Detective Jensen. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169
January 24, 2012

IT HAS BEEN ALONG TIME MY FRIEND.... NO LONGER IN THE SPRINGS OR ON THE FORCE. SORRY I LEFT WITH A BAD NAME. I STILL THINK OF YOU, YOUR DAD AND I STANDING OVER YOU AT THE VIEWING. I TOLD YOUR DAD YOU WERE MY BROTHER. HE TOLD ME HE WAS YOUR DAD, I NEVER MET HIM BEFORE. WE FELL SILENT AND LOOKED AT YOU AGAIN. I WALKED AWAY WITH A SMILE KNOWING YOU WERE GOING TO BE WITH US ALL AS WE WENT BACK TO THE STREET. YOUR STILL WITH ME..... YOU WILL BE EVERYTIME TIME I SEE A BADGE. I LEFT WITH DISHONORING WHAT WE...WHAT YOU STOOD FOR AND MY HEART STILL HURTS. AT LEAST I CAN SAY I KNEW A TRUE HERO.... AND NOW AN ANGEL. PEACE BE WITH YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR BROTHER WHO IS STILL FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT.

2318P - 43RD.
December 29, 2011