Officer Down Memorial Page

Joe,
I never had the honor of meeting you but I feel as though I know you. My name is Chris Orrock and I was a Doc with Weapons Company 2/23. Currently I serve as the Exucutive Officer of the Young Marine Cobras where I met Tondria and the kids. I just wanted to write on here and let you know how much love and admiration we all have for your family. I don't know how Tondria has done it but she is amazing. While I have not spent a lot of time with the little ones I want you to know what a strong young man that Trentten is turning into. He still has his moments but I think he will follow in your foot steps and be a hero for our country. Rest assured we will watch over all of them and always be there.

Chris Orrock
Family Friend/Young Marine RA
June 15, 2011

Joe was a great man who started a wonderful family. He was a hard worker in all aspects of his life, from school, to wrestling, football, the Marine Corps, his family and finally the CHP. His legacy will live o through his children and all the people that he touched in his short life.

Andrew Meredith
Friend
April 4, 2011

Thank you, Officer Sanders, for your service and sacrifice.

Captain Paul Philipps
Parsippany Police Parsippany NJ
April 2, 2011

Two long years... Two years too many without you Babe... The kids are getting so big, you would be so proud. Johnny misses you so much. We all miss you so much.
You were right, the baby was a girl. I named her Elizabeth, the name we picked together before you went to Iraq. She is a pistol and so beautiful. Poor thing got your nose and my attitude. I think she will look like Savannah.
We are doing really well for the most part, but I still miss you Big Sexy Marine. Everyone is remembering you today. You should hear the beautiful things everyone is saying about you today.
I made sure there are tons of presents under the tree. Your death has made December hard but I am keeping Christmas fun and joyful, the way you kept it, the way it should be...

Luv, Me

Tondria Sanders
December 15, 2010

Thinking of you and your family today. You and your family are in my heart's embrace and I pray for their solace. Semper Fi.

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer and fellow Marine Larry Lasater
December 15, 2010

Thinking of you and your family today. You and your family are in my heart's embrace and I pray for their solace. Semper Fi.

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer and fellow Marine Larry Lasater
December 15, 2010

You have not been forgotten. Continue ot keep watch over all of your loved ones and close friends.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
December 15, 2010

Officer Sanders,

Through loss, comes pain. And through pain, comes motivation.
With the right motivation,... one life can grow into a tree large enough to shelter many other lives.

Thank you for your sacrifice. You have left behind a powerful legacy.

Anonymous
December 14, 2010

Officer Sanders, your service and dedication are not forgotten. CHP has had a horrible year in 2010. Please watch over them.

SSA Ellen Pierson
US ICE
August 3, 2010

Semper Fi Marine.....You will never be forgotten...You served with the finest military organization and then with the finest law enforcement organization....Semper Fi...

State Traffic Officer W.M.Becze #7185
California Highway Patrol
May 28, 2010

Paul and I shared many stories of our time in Iraq while we were at the academy. He was my company guide on barer and a leader while at the academy. He was the first and hopefully the last from my class to lose there life in the line of duty. I think of him often and I know he is now safe in Gods hands.

Officer Mark Nelson 18727
CHP- Academy classmate
May 12, 2010

You are missed and will always be in our hearts! We will take care of Tondria, Trentton, John Wayne, Silas and Elizabeth! Your LAPD family loves you!

Shannan
LAPD Wife
December 16, 2009

As a fellow law enforcement wife my prayers go out to you and your family. My heart breaks when I hear that another officer has given his life in the line of duty. May God give you comfort during this difficult time. God Bless you and your family.

Lydia
LAPD Wife
December 16, 2009

May our Lord watch over each of you during this difficult time. May his love bring you comfort. You and your family are in my prayers!

Beaty Family
December 16, 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer. He was also your fellow Marine.

I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you, especially your wife and children and parents. The sorrow of losing a beloved never goes away and both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
December 15, 2009

May God bless him, his family and the CHP.

Cpl Hicks, Matthew E.
Fort Hood PD, Texas
December 15, 2009

Dear Sanders Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Debra
LAPD Wife
December 15, 2009

Tondria - I'm not sure if you remember me, but I was a peer at the retreat. You have been in my prayers, and will continue to be. SC keeps me updated on how you are, and I realize this is a very tough time for you. If there is anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to contact me through her. You and your children are in my heart.

Alice Sturdy
Los Angeles Police Memorial Foundation
December 15, 2009

My thoughts are with all of your loved ones on this first anniversary of you being called away from duty. I have no magical words to offer them to help them with their grief, only for them to keep your memory alive for others to realize the hero you are. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
December 15, 2009

Tondria my thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones today. Your husband's service will never be forgotten.

Julie
LAPD Wife
December 15, 2009

Dear Mrs. Sanders and children,
I am so sorry that you have endured the ultimate sacrifice of any law enforcement family. My family and I will hold you all in prayer. God bless you today and always,

Andrea M.

Andrea Minghelli
friend of friend
December 15, 2009

To Officer Josoph P. Sanders, his family and his fellow officers with the California Highway Patrol:

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

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members & Staff
December 15, 2009

On the day of the anniversary of your passing, may God bless you, Sir. Thank you for your service! May God also watch over your wife and children on this difficult day. My heart and prayers go out to them.

NC Resident & Partner of a LEO
December 15, 2009

All of my Friends and Family... As I approach the first anniversary of Joe's death I am overwhelmed with feelings.Our children and I miss him terribly. But all of your kind words and thoughts help us to remember that losing him was not for nothing. He was a selfless man and he died trying to help his brothers and sisters keep all of us safe. While the loss will always be with me it brings my heart joy to know that so many people remember the sacrifice he made and that he died doing what he loved.
Please keep us in your prayers and hold us close on December 15th.
Thanks be to all of you. Peace be with the families of the over 19,ooo officers lost in our country to date. And may these guardian angels be with all of our men and women in uniform as they fight to keep us safe.

Mrs. Tondria Sanders
Widow of Offiser Joseph Sanders
December 12, 2009

Rest in Peace, Officer Sanders. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169
October 22, 2009