Officer Down Memorial Page

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
February 20, 2012

Thank you for your service and commitment to the citizens of Harris County and to the great State of Texas. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Greater Houston C.O.P.S.
February 20, 2012

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
February 20, 2010

Always remembered & honored 4 his service & his ultimate sacrifice.

JOANIE
Mother, daughter, sister & granddau.of LEOs
February 19, 2010

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Corporal Thielepape 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 Corporal Thielepape, 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 Corporal Thielepape 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

God bless you, hero. Your loved ones are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give them the strength to carry on without you.

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

K.L.
February 27, 2009

Thinking of your loved ones today and everyday. I know the daily struggles they face without you and the terrible pain within their hearts. God, wrap your loving arms around them and help them with their grief and let them feel your presence.
Your sacrifice has not been forgotten.
Brenda Lucas
Mother of Chief Anthony D. Lucas, EOW 2-4-2005

Anonymous
February 20, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
February 20, 2009

Harry - not a day goes by that we don't think about you. I could always count on you to be there for my husband when he needed a friend and appreciate everything you taught him. Even though he cannot pick up the phone and call you, I know you are watching over him while he's out on the streets. We miss you and I thank you for everything you have done for Jose'.

Brittney Amstutz
Wife of deputy Jose Amstutz
December 14, 2008

Harry you will be missed. I rememeber it like yesterday when I would see you working on another big case and ready to answer another of my silly questions(since I was still a rookie), and hanging out to get away from everything. Everyday I go to work, you are always in my thoughts.

Deputy Jose Amstutz
Montgomery County Sheriffs Office
December 2, 2008

May God Bless You Harry,and your family You are a credit to your uniform, you will be remembered in my prayrs RIP.
Des Goulding

Desmond Goulding
Retired Local Government Law Enforcement Officer Australia
November 16, 2008

God Bless Cpl. Thielepape,

He payed the ultimate price for the great state of Texas.

Sincerely,
Jon Lowder, Cpl./ Monroe, NC
Union County Sheriff's Office RIP BROTHER

Cpl. Jon Lowder
Union County Sheriff's Office
October 18, 2008

To the family and friends of Corporal Harry Thielepape and his fellow constables.

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you have suffered when Corporal Thielepape was tragically killed.

To Harry's family, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in the Bay Area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous.

When the killers of each fallen officer murders our loved ones, it has a devastating impact on all who loved and cared for them. I pray for your solace. In reading the loving and admiring reflections, I can see that Harry was an amazing man.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Harry gave to his community and the citizens of Texas, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on February 20, 2008.

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

Phyllis Loya
mother of Officer Larry Lasater,eow 4/24/05
September 26, 2008

To the family Of Corporal Thielepape,
My father was killed in the line of duty in Ft Stockton TX 08/20/88. He was shot and killed for 22.50 in gasoline. My heart goes out to your family during this difficult time. If I can be off assistance to your family, please email me.
Gwynn Hudson

Gwynn Hudson
September 25, 2008

To those who loved Corporal Thilepape, my heart goes to you all, especially to his girlfriend. Know that you're not alone in this journey you walk. I lost my fiance in the line of duty January 2003 and my world was forever changed. It's been a long hard road, and even as time as gone forward, and I've found many reasons and ways to smile, I still have not forgotten the man that he was. Dennis was a beautiful person and he forever has a part of my heart, just as I'm sure Harry will always be a part of yours.

It takes a special person to put their lives on the line everyday to make this world a little safer for us all. I know many of these men never would've thought of themselves as "heroes" but they were in so many ways. It's sad that it they had to lose their lives for some of us to see that. Having said that, thank you Corporal Theilepape for helping to make this world a better place. You will not be forgotten here in Winnipeg. I know this isn't a very manly thing to do, but if you happen to run into Dennis up there, please give him a big hug for the kids and I. Dennis was a good man and we miss him more than words can say.

Wishing those who loved you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

PS: Patricia there is a support group for significant others of fallen officers. If you do a search on yahoo groups for "officerdownsignificantothers" you should be able to find us.

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Surviving Fiancee of Deputy Dennis Ray McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)
August 3, 2008

Another life taken while trying to make the streets a safer place. Thank you for your service and hard work... RIP brother!

Jennifer Boyd
Harris County Constable's Office - Precinct 8 Dispatch
April 15, 2008

Your story is that of a true warrior. May God watch over your family. Your family and friends are in my prayers.

Ofc. Gregory
Coppell PD
April 8, 2008

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SEVICE SIR GOD SPEED!

R-OFFICER 414
SLOCOMB PD.ALA.
April 5, 2008

I MISS YOU EVERY DAY. GOD HELD YOUR HAND AS I WILL ALWAYS BE THERE FOR YOU. MY LOVE WAS WHAT YOU ALWAYS KNEW WAS THERE WHEN YOU CAME HOHE. REST IN PEACE , I AM HOLDING YOUR HAND YOU ARE NOT ALONE. PATRICIA

Patricia Otteson
GIRLFRIEND
March 10, 2008

You are in my prayers.

Ofc. S.L. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol
March 7, 2008

You are so brave and did your job well, Thank you and rest well. I know my husband welcomed you with loving arms. So you guys ham it up as officers do. We will be here for your family.
bj

B. J. Foster, Retired Deputy Pct. 5
Greater Houston C.O.P.S.
March 5, 2008

MR.HARRY WHAT CAN I SAY? YOU WERE A GREAT MAN A MAN THAT I AM SO GLAD I MEET.FOR THE PAST NINE YEARS YOU HAVE GAVE US ALL SOMETHING TO REMEMBER.I REMEMBER THE TIME YOU AND MY MOM DROVE ALL THE WAY TO CALDWELL TX TO WATCH MY DAUGHTER IN A RODEO, SHE WAS SO HAPPY THAT YOU CAME! YOU HAVE MADE AN IMPACT ON MY DAUGHTERS LIFE I'M SO GLAD THAT YOU WERE A PART OF IT!!! YOU DID LOVE THE OUTSIDE AN YOUR POOL AREA,COOKING OUTSIDE, MY MOM ALWAYS LOVED FOR YOU TO COOK OUTSIDE RATHER THAN ORDERING PIZZA!! AND OF COURSE DON'T FORGET THE DOGS HE LOVED THOSES THREE DOGS!!! YOU WILL BE MISSED FOREVER. WE LOVE YOU!!!

TRISHA MCCAFFETY
GIRLFRIENDS DAUGHTER
March 5, 2008

My prayers and deepest sympathies go out to Corporal Thielepape's son, two grandchildren, mother, and three sisters. May God grant you His peace and comofort.

Chaplain
Arkansas White County Sheriff's Department
March 4, 2008

God bless to the family, friends and co-workers of CPL. Thielepape. RIP and Thank you for your service.

mjw643
March 4, 2008

I was cleaning out my office today when I came across the name and phone number of an officer who contacted me about a year ago while investigating a crime. My wife and I had long conversations with the officer. He was investigating a potential child abuse case concerning a friend of one of our children. He was very professional and courteous, and very interested in protecting the potential victim.

The name on the note I found was Harry Thielepape. It didn't take long for me to realize that the hard-working investigator was our fallen officer.

Rest in peace, Harry. Thank you for your service.

Douglas P. Ray
Harris County Attorneys Office
March 2, 2008