Officer Down Memorial Page

wow ox sometime its hard to not call your phone . all i could do is smile . cause i kno want you will say if you answer (girl what now )and troy , monty and gram laughing cause they kno now im coming to the office to fight lol. its sad and its hurts when we cant call u just to say hi. miss you big guy your friend TEE

GOOD FRIEND
November 3, 2011

Another year has passed the boys are growing so fast. Continue to watch over your family. When we were in Fla. this year saw the place with the funny cars. Made me think of you and the picture we took with all the family piling in.

"Heroes Live Forever"
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Jeanne
June 22, 2011

Thinking of you and the awesome sacrifice made and I am so grateful to have know someone so inspiring.


Happy Easter Gloria and Boys

hazel gisclair (pere)
friend
April 24, 2011

Was thinking about you, glen and rip today. We miss you all
JBH

Anonymous
March 21, 2011

Another Christmas and New Years without you here with us. You are always in hearts. You, Glen, and RIP continue to watch over us.

Anonymous
December 31, 2010

MERRY CHRISTMAS DEAR OCTAVIO...I KNOW YOU CONTINUE TO GUARD AND WATCH OVER US ....A BLESSED CHRISTMAS TO GLORIA AND THE FAMILY....Mama Hazel

hazel
friend
December 25, 2010

Saw a heart warming picture of Bailey and Alexander in Football uniforms. I can't believe those two are old enough to be competing against each other on the field. I know you were smiling on the event with pride. What a special day for all of us. Mama Hazel

Mama Hazel
Friend
September 12, 2010

Today was a special day, not only did Alexander turn "13", they held the dedication for the Sort Training Center. It is now the "Octavio 'Ox' Gonzalez Training Center". The SORT team also got a new vechicle and they have proudly named it "Big Ox". Your work family still misses you a great deal. We love and miss you.

JBH
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Anonymous
June 24, 2010

The family is together it is still hard to believe you are not with us. The boys are growing so much you would be so proud of them. Remember that we need you, Glen and RIP to continue to watch over us. We love and miss you all.

Anonymous
June 16, 2010

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue to keep watch over all of them. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
June 16, 2010

I could not sleep. I started looking at pictures of our HHS Class of '84 - 25 year reunion. And, I remembered how much we missed you that night. I decided to look up this page, only to realize that today is the four year anniversary of your passing. My prayers go out to your wife and sons. May they always feel your love. As for me, I will always remember you as my friend.. that sweet boy who was very protective of me, and called me each night to wish me sweet dreams. You were a kind, gentle soul. We miss you, Tavi. We will always love you. Always.

Marlene
Chilhood Friend
June 16, 2010

Another Easter to remember the One Who sacrificed all for us. Also to remember Octavio who also made the ultimate sacrifice for the good of his fellow man. Remembering Ox and sending regards to Gloria and boys.

Mama Hazel
friend
April 4, 2010

Octavio, I was getting some paperwork ready for our upcoming class #75 at the academy and kind of dragging my feet then I thought of you. I got refocused and was reminded of the work that we do, as well as the risks associated with it. Your death, although tragic and untimely has changed a lot of cadets/officers lives that never knew you personally here in Tennessee. I continue to share your story with every class, from our friendship at Hialeah High until you were taken from us. You were always a warrior. To Gloria and the boys, Octavio lives in the lives of many officers today that never had a chance to know him personally. He has touched many lives and will continue to do so. May God watch over you.

Cesar Gracia

Director: Cesar Gracia
East Tennessee Regional Law Enforcement Academy
January 4, 2010

Happy New Year Octavio--with Glen and Rip by your side continue to watch over us.

JBH

Anonymous
January 2, 2010

Dear Gloria and boys, I am remembering some very special moments with Octavio. Hope your Christmas is blessed with all the peace of the Holy Infant. Love Mama Hazel

Anonymous
December 25, 2009

Hey there, Was thinking about you today, I looked to the heavens and I smiled with a tear in my eye. I won't forget that cajun twang of yours. You are in my thoughts always.

Anonymous
November 18, 2009

Octavaio
Glen has joined you as an Angel of God, so I guess now you, Glen and RIP are all watching over us. Kristina says you have a white Angel dress and her PawPaw has a Saints angel dress. We miss you all, continue to watch over the family.
Love
Jeanne

Anonymous
October 15, 2009

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Captain Gonzalez and we honor his distinguished service to the cause of justice and peace. Sadly, our nation has lost one of its finest citizens, a community has lost a friend and protector, and a family has lost an example of character and courage who they will love and respect forever.

To the family, friends, and colleagues of Captain Gonzalez, I would like you to know that a lot of people pray for you, and my hope is that their prayers will give you the strength necessary to move on. Just as you were always with him when he walked the beat or patrolled the streets, know that he will always be with you - wherever you may be. In the days to follow, may you be strengthened by the fact that Captain Gonzalez is a man distinguished by exceptional courage and will always be admired for his brave deeds and noble qualities. You, your family, and your sacrifice will never be forgotten.

It was their duty to serve; it is ours to remember.

Special Agent
FBI New York City
August 6, 2009

Happy Father's Day Octavio. I know your boys feel your presence on this special day and know you continue to guide and protect them always. God bless Gloria and boys.

Mama Hazel

hazel pere
June 20, 2009

Ox,
I can't believe it has been 3 years that you have been gone. This is the first time I have been able to write here. It is still difficult. We miss you very much and always will. It seems every where I go, there is someone who knows and misses you too. Any one who new you will never forget you. We may move forward with our lives as hard as it is, but we talk about you daily. The holidays and family gatherings are and I believe will never be the same without you. None of my other uncles aggravate me to scratch there hands or back like Gloria and the rest of my aunts. You always use to tease us saying we look like a bunch of monkeys scratching each others back and playing with each others hair. This is one of the reasons you were called auntavio by your neices. We miss you very much. Luke and I came to your grave today. Gloria, the boys, Ma,Lynn, Lola, Caridad and the guys you worked with all visited you too. I am sure there were other people that we don't know about. I just hope and pray that you know how much we love you. You were taken from us so suddenly. We didn't have a chance to tell you goodbye. At least when you know some one is sick you have the chance to make sure they knew how much they were loved and will be missed. That chance was stolen from us. I think besides you being gone that is the hardest thing that we all have to deal with.
The boys are growing up so fast. Alexander is going into the 7th grade next year. They make me feel old. Please keep watching over them and Gloria. They still have there memories of you. We talk about you to them all the time. We are all doing well as I believe you see. We miss and love you.

Melissa Anthony
Neice
June 16, 2009

It was 3 yrs ago today that you were taken away from us, we still miss you and think of you always. God bless all of law enforcement's families, as we pray that no ones else has to go through this loss. But we know that is not the way of the world today. Always know you are with us, we love you, miss you. As always continue to watch over all of the family.
Love
JBH

Anonymous
June 16, 2009

To Cpt. Octavio Rafael Gonzalez, his family and his fellow officers with the St. John The Baptist Parish Sheriff's Depatment:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Cpt. Gonzalez’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Cpt. Gonzalez and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
June 16, 2009

Octavio My Brother,
There is not a single day that goes by without a thought of you and and the childhood memories we shared. We shared the pains of losing our fathers at a very young and impressionable age. The joys of of successfully becoming college graduates via the sport of football growing up in a lower/middle class Hialeah. You were a true friend, that visited my ill father with Eddie Tourano even though I was away at college. Someone once said "Memories are all that you leave behind." My friend, you left alot of great memories to all you touched and those fortunate enough to call you a friend. My thoughts and prayers are with your Mom , Gloria, and your two fine boys.


Love your Bro,
George

George Varon
Miami Beach PD
June 9, 2009

Today is a day in memory of you! Your family will be in my prayers. Thank you for everything u have done!!

CPO Carrillo, Angela
Kenner Pd
May 15, 2009

Another Easter and another occasion to express my deep appreciation for having known you. God bless Gloria and boys. Rest in peace dear one. Mama Hazel

Hazel G.Pee
Friend
April 1, 2009