Officer Down Memorial Page

R I P Sir.....your will always be remembered and never forgotten. Godspeed to your family and friends.

K Brooks
Houston Police
April 25, 2012

I thought of you today... I miss you my friend...

Thanks for keeping a watch out for me from up above..

Sergeant Bobby E. Roberts
Rodney's supervisor- Houston PD
March 12, 2012

I miss you so much. There isnt a day that goes by that I dont think about you. I know you are in heaven smiling down on me. I love and miss you so much.

Brittany Ashley Padilla
Favorite Neice
January 31, 2012

I miss you Cousin...not a day goes by that I don't think of you. You were the one I could go to when I needed to vent about the male species..You were there for me, kay and tre. I love you and miss you dearly..Happy Birthday

sandra joseph
cousin
October 24, 2011

I still remember the first time I meet you in 2004-2005... I was a civilian working the SouthEast jail docket, court #13 . I was scared of you because you were sooo big compared to my 5'03" frame.

Once I got to know you, I found that you were a nice, funny, caring, humble man. I remember always telling you I wanted to be a Houston Police Officer but I didnt think I had what it took to be one of Houston's Finest.

I thought you'd get tired of hearing me talk about it so I stopped telling you. You wouldn't let me forget and constantly ask me when was I going to make that step and join the department.

I also remember the last time I saw you.... Jury Court #1 Judge Timberlake's court... You were no longer at SouthEast jail, neither was I. I briefly said hello and went on with the hectic daily work. I remember waiving at you from a distance to say bye.

I regret not talking to you more that day. I regret not telling you to take care and be safe. I took it for granted that I would see you on your next court date.

You always had faith in me, you believed in me when I didn't. You never got tired of encouraging me to go for what I wanted to do.

I became a cadet and proudly took the Oath of Honor in 2007. All along keeping your memories with me. You were right I do have what it takes to be one of Houston's Finest. Thank you for having faith in me. You are GREATLY MISSED !!

"Z"

Officer Zulema Tamez
Houston Police Department
September 29, 2011

it made five years yesterday and i couldnt come to terms with that easily, i miss you dearly daddy and wish you were here to walk me through this next step in my life, but i kno you will guide spiritually. i love and miss you with all my heart, until we meet again.

corrigan johnson
son
September 22, 2011

Rest in peace, Officer Johnson. You're not forgotten.

Greater Houston C.O.P.S.
September 21, 2011

Thank you all for keeping my best friend alive in your hearts. I enjoy reading all the kind words, May God continue to bless all who posted messages on this memorial. He is deeply missed, but never forgotten. I still hear his voice as though it was yesterday.Again, thanks for all you do in your communities to make it safe and remembering my best friend who paid the price doing what he loved the most. He's gone, but not forgotten.

Annette Swearington
bestfriend
July 23, 2011

man rodney was my friend he was my loss prevention supervisor at the holiday inn man i have a lot of memories in 1988 me rodney and his sister and my mother atteneded a michael jackson concert at the summit we had fun and he was a good dude and a good person all around god bless his family and all of those who loved bobby williams

v a hospital or room technician
friend
July 19, 2011

You are the kind of men most want to be. I thank God for making people like you. Your mother is a wonderful soul. She spoke to me.

Dispatcher Raymond Morris
Houston Police Department
June 10, 2011

It's been four years.I remember everything like it was yesterday. I like to say, "thanks again for remembering my friend. This year his kids want to celebrate his birthday and invited me alone. We all miss him. We thank everyone especially all those who keep our streets safe.May God bless you all. My favor scripture makes me think of my friend. John 9:4 I must work the works of Him that sent me for while it is day when night cometh no man can work.

Annette Swearington
bestfriend
October 3, 2010

My man

Phillip Norman
Uncle
September 21, 2010

Hey Big Rod! We miss you so very much! You have no idea how much! There will always be an emptiness in our hearts nothing can ever fill that void. It still feels so unreal that you are not here...I wish you were to share in all that we do...your laughter, smile and jokes can never be replaced. A part of you still lives on through Corrigan, Amber and Astin and we keep them close and near. You have a grandson who you would just love to no end...and the twins boy oh boy they would steal your heart. Til we meet again dear friend...love you always!

Mellanie
Friend
September 21, 2010

Officer Rodney Johnson,

I admired what you have done for us here in Houston. The time of your death happened when I was a senior in high school. I can't believe that justice wasn't fully served. If your killer was excuted today, I would be in a world of pleasure, knowing a man like you have recieved justice the way God want it to be. I'm still mad that Quannel X didn't show up for your funeral or even said a word of your tragedy. Despite that, I happy that you're an inspiration to me. I'm waiting to become a proud peace officer with HPD soon. I wish your family and HPD the best of luck.

Anthony Garcia
September 4, 2010

God bless and thank you from the bottom of my heart for your sacrifice Rodney.

A message to his wife Joslyn: Thank you as well for your continued service. Even without knowing all of the specifics and politics surrounding presidential appointments and such, know that this former officer and proud American stands with you in your fight to make sense of the insanity where our borders are concerned. God bless you and your children Joslyn. May He strengthen you in your endeavors!

Casey Gleason
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Casey Gleason
June 25, 2010

To all of you who keep Rodney's memory alive I say,"thanks." He forever lives in our hearts and he's deeply missed. God bless you all.

Annette Swearington
July 30, 2009

During the training week of May 4, 2009 - May 8, 2009, students of the Criminal Investigator Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Brunswick, Georgia trained in honor of Officer Rodney Joseph Johnson. The students of CITP 921Z-A have Officer Johnson and his loved ones in our hearts. May God be with you forever.

Special Agent David Bradbury
ICE
May 8, 2009

to the johnson family- know that Rodney's memory will live on forever. The man you all knew as your hero, is now known as a hero to all of us. I will keep you in my prayers, and know that we as a family in blue will forever be in debt to Rodney. "Fortune favors the Bold"

Carl Smith
Houston Police Department
March 30, 2009

Dear Joslyn & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of the year. Last year on Christmas Eve. I left 3 dozen peanut butter cookies @ the S.E. substation, for the Guys & Gals working that evening. Then I was on the way to the Houston Police Officers Memorial to deliver more cookies to the officer that takes the time to "Guard" these grounds. I wish this shift on no "Officer"! So this year, we will not be at Midnight Mass., we will be Standing "Guard" from 11:30pm. - 6:00am. @ The Houston Police Memorial, so these officers can be with their families. We are thinking of you "Allways" ....and again thanks for your "Support".!!!!!! "Love",...Bob & Connie Clark.......

HPD Family
Survivor
December 4, 2008

Officer Johnson ,
Your face looks so familiar to me , maybe i've seen you on my many visits to Houston to see my family there and maybe i just know you because you are my brother , my brother of the thin blue . I am deeply saddened and having lossed 3 brothers in one day and 2 years later a sister , a very good friend , i share the loss with your family of blood and blue . Although the thin blue line got a bit thinner that Thursday , i want to thank you for your sacrifice and sharing that thin blue line with me . There are very few that can do what we are called to do and yes this is our calling .
Sgt. Johnson , to you and your family my deepest condolences and i call you sister . Having loss my fiance' , i truly can say i share your pain and understand it as well . This sometimes thankless job offers little respect to us at times and i know that you and Rodney both answered the call , walked this beat in life together not for any accolades , but for the desire to protect and serve . For that , Rodneys' life was not lived in vain and rest assured he will never be forgotten .........
Your family of the thin blue here in Birmingham has mourned and grieved with you as well and offer our undying support............Officer Johnson , Rodney , continued rest brother we have the warch from here.....
Sgt . Johnson , I know that you will defend your husband to the end ..........let not your spirit be troubled over those that will never know the sacrifice He made each and every time He placed that uniform on . There are those that will never understand that it runs far beyond a uniform and on duty status ......we are law enforcers 24/7 , we are there to keep the boogey man away , we run in when all others run out .........that is who and what your husband was and shall always stand for..........again , he will never be forgotten ........

officer val pickens
b'ham pd/b'ham , al
November 19, 2008

My thoughts are with all of your loved ones as they face this day. I know what your loved ones and those close to you are going through as I walk in their shoes. My son was also killed by an illegal alien. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and those out on patrol. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
September 21, 2008

To the family and friends of Officer Rodney Johnson and his fellow officers in the Houston Police Department:

On behalf of our entire family, we wish to pay honor to Rodney's memory on the second anniversary of the day Rodney so tragically lost his life. His heroism, valor and bravery will be forever remembered.

May you be continue to be comforted by the support and caring of your law enforcement family and other police survivors. We grieve for you and with you. Our family lost our beloved Larry Lasater when he was fatally shot in April of 2005 during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers, so we know the anquish you are still experiencing.

Please know that the brotherhood and sisterhood of law enforcement will always be by your side on each step of the journey.

I regret that the family and department did not receive the full measure of justice they deserved in the criminal proceedings.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the years of service Officer Johnson gave to his community and the citizens of Texas, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on September 21, 2006.

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

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Anonymous
September 21, 2008

Officer Johnson,

On this the anniversary of your leaving us in the physical sence, we know that your spirit is with us still. Tonight, the Evening Watch of the Henry County Georgia Police Department's South Precinct will patrol in your honor. Rest Peacefully, we'll take it from here.

For the Watch
Lieutenant V.T. Rosen

Lieutenant V.T Rosen
Henry County Police Department
September 21, 2008

It"s been 2 years today my bestfriend was taken away. Today I reflect on all the fond memories. I cherish every moment the Lord allowed us to share. I wish I could hear his voice one last time saying,"love you be good bye-bye or Johnson." So, celebrate with me his memories by reflecting on the goodtimes you shared with Rodney. I miss him and I wonder what He would say to me about Heaven. Thanks to all of you who lets his memory live on. I leave my favorite scripture. John 9:4 I must work the works of Him that sent me for while it is day when night cometh no man shall work.

Annette Swearington(Bestfriend)
September 21, 2008

Officer Johnson,

Let no one say otherwise. You were an incredible man who did an unbelievable service to your community, and country. You are a true hero who lost his life doing a hero's job. We cannot even fathom the good things you did for everyone you encountered. For the ones who criticize you on that fateful day; they just don't know what it takes to be an officer and the dangers and stresses you faced each day. Thank You Officer for making Houston a safer place to live. It is because of officers like you that the citizens of Houston are safe. From a prospective police officer, Thank You and Rest In Peace, your fellow officers have the watch from here.

To the family of officer Johnson, I pray that God may give you strength and comfort in your time of need. You are all such wonderful, strong people even though I've never met you. No that your loved one is a hero who did the greatest job in the world:

"Greater Love Hath No Man Than This, That He Should Lay His Life Down For Another."-John 15:10-17

God Bless You All and God bless all Police Officers

Pte Josh Keitel
Canadian Armed Forces- Military Reservist
June 16, 2008