Officer Down Memorial Page

You will never be forgotten, Jarod.

I love you.

Cathy Dittman
Mom
March 30, 2012

RIP Sir

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
March 30, 2012

You came to mind today, so I decided to write. As a classmate it was an honor to get to know you. You were a great man and still remembered! Your service with the US Border Patrol and US Army will never be forgotten. Your country owes you a debt. I pray your wife, child, and family are doing well. Until we meet again...

BPA Jared Policastro
Border Patrol Agent/Class #660
December 21, 2011

Today, September 6, 2011, my son Jarod would have turned 32 years old.

I will never forget bringing him home from the hospital as a newborn, and thinking he was the most beautiful child I had ever seen!

I will never forget what a great dad, husband, son, grandson, brother, cousin and friend he was to those he loved.

I will never forget his face when his daughter Angela was born.

I will never forget that he gave his life for his country.

I will never forget.

Cathy Dittman
Mother
September 6, 2011

Dear Jarod:

Today is my 54th birthday. I have been reflecting on my life, and just wanted to say that I was honored and privileged to be your mother for 28 years. Can't wait for our reunion in Heaven.

I love you.
Mom

Cathy Dittman
Mother
December 22, 2010

We just passed the 2 year anniversary of your passing. Just seems like yesterday. Pavlina & Angela are here in Pennsylvania visiting and are here with me right now. You are always on our mind, and are missed very much. You will continue to live on in your daughter, Angela...she is so precious. We love you, Jarod!

Peter & Wendy Dittman
Uncle & Aunt of Jarod
April 2, 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 as another year passes. May they know that you will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
March 30, 2010

Rest in peace brother.......

Y-7
United States Border Patrol
March 29, 2010

My Love,

Another Christmas with out you, another Year with out you. Just to let you know that we all miss you and Love You so very much...
Never Forgoten
Pavlina and Angela!!!

Pavlina & Angela Dittman
Wife and Daughter of Jarod Dittman
December 27, 2009

Dear Jarod:

It is December 22nd, 2009. My 53rd birthday.

I stood this morning at your grave after placing a Christmas wreath by your beautiful headstone.

I am, and will always remain proud of your service to our country - yet I still miss you terribly.

I love you with all of my heart.

Merry Christmas!
Love,
Mom

Catherine Wilson Dittman
Jarod's Mother
December 22, 2009

September 6, 2009 would have been Jarod's 30th birthday.

I love you and miss you, Jarod.

Love,
Mom

Catherine Dittman
Jarod's mom
September 10, 2009

Jarod,
I will be setting out tomorrow morning to participate in Police Unity Tour 2009. I will be riding in your honor this year on the 300 mile bike ride from NJ to DC. I have learned quite a bit about you from your family and reading reflections here. You were obviously one great guy and I am very proud to be riding in your honor. Sorry you had to go Jarod.

Ofc. A. Buerstetta
Long HIll NJ PD
May 8, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the first anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

To Jarod's Mom: I share your anquish in losing a beloved child and understand the meaning of a life forever altered. You are in my heart's embrace today.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
March 30, 2009

To Border Patrol Agent Jarod C. Dittman, his family and his fellow officers with the United States Department of Homeland Security-Customs and Border Protection- Border Patrol U.S. Government:

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

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc.
Members and Staff
March 30, 2009

It's been almost a year... we are having a rememberance for you at the station.

See you in heaven buddy. I'll bring the beers.

BPA
USBP
March 27, 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.
February 28, 2009

Rest in peace Agent Dittman. Thank you for your service to your country. You are a true hero.

Special Agent
DHS-ICE New York City
January 28, 2009

Jarod,
I miss you very much, there isn't a day that goes by that I don't look at our academy class photo on my shelf and see you standing next to me. We were so proud that we were about to graduate. I miss the fun we had in post academy and the drinks on "Taco Tuesdays". I think about you every day and know that you still stand next to all of us, even if we can't see you.

BPA John R. Harris
U.S. Border Patrol, Class 660.
January 5, 2009

I have been reading these reflections since the death of my son on March 30th. They have been a blessing and a comfort, and I thank those dear folks who have contributed. It has been 6 months since I was told of Jarod's death, and it is only now that I can write something. I am proud and honored to have been the mother of such a wonderful man. He was a respectful, bright, and loving boy and then man. He died defending the country that he loved, and I am proud of him for that. I, and his entire family, miss him terribly but he is in a much better place and we will see him again. God bless all those who protect our country and who give their lives for our freedom.
Jarod's mom

Catherine Wilson dittman
Mother of Jarod
October 14, 2008

To those who loved Agent Dittman, my heart goes to you all. 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 Jarod 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 Agent Dittman 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"

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

My prayers are with you. I lost my husband too when he was working his shift. Keep the faith and god bless you.

rosy nava
June 10, 2008

You have sacrificed all. My words of gratitude will never measure. We will now keep watch for you, Brother. Rest in peace, and know that your family, friends, and agency are in my thoughts and prayers.

Instructor / Jason Tacbas
Federal Law Enforcement Training Center
May 25, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Cadets of the Basic Recruit Class 333 of Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy, Tallahassee, FL, thank you for your sacrifice.

Cadet Strzalkowski
Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy
May 22, 2008

May god bless you and your family. from what I have read, you were an oustanding officer, family man and a solid member of our comunity.

Thank you for your service to your county.

Senior Patrol Agent Israel Alfaro
US Border Patrol, Casa Grande, AZ
April 28, 2008

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE!!! MAY YOU REST IN PEACE ON THOSE GOLDEN STREETS ABOVE!!!!!

DISPATCHER GRETA M HUFF
KENTUCKY STATE POLICE POST 13 HAZARD
April 26, 2008