Officer Down Memorial Page

R I P Sir....you will always be remembered and never forgotten......

K Brooks
Houston Police
April 25, 2012

the words you spoke where often quiet , but will never be forgotten .
you friend,superdave....

D R Smith
friend
June 23, 2011

Officer Canales, you are not forgotten. God bless you and your family.

SSA Ellen Pierson
US ICE
September 15, 2010

To Officer Henry Canales, his family and his fellow officers with the Houston Police Department:

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

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
June 23, 2010

I found this doing a search on my family name, and do not know Office Henry nor do I live in Texas. However, I am saddened to learn that Police Officer Henry Canales has died. Every day Law Enforcement of every type leave their homes to go to work, and not all make it all back home. We as civilians, do appreciate the daily danger, and sacrifices they and thier families make...but they are not recognized and thanked enough for doing the job they do....

Thanks from Lake Worth Florida. I am from the Canales family near Corpus Christi Texas.....Ray C. Canales

Rest in Peace....

Civilian
West Palm Beach, Florida
August 8, 2009

Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13

Anonymous
July 25, 2009

Rest in peace my brother in blue. Thank you for your service.

Reserve Sheriff Deputy K. Edge
WCSO
July 25, 2009

TO "ACHIEVE THE HONORABLE" YOU HAVE TO BE: IN THE ARENA "IT IS NOT THE CRITIC WHO COUNTS: NO THE MAN WHO POINTS OUT HOW THE STRONG MAN STUMBLES OR WHERE THE DOER OF DEEDS COULD HAVE DONE BETTER. THE CREDIT BELONGS TO THE MAN WHO IS ACTUALLY IN THE ARENA, WHOSE FACE IS MARRED BY DUST AND SWEAT AND BLOOD, WHO STRIVES VALIANTLY, WHO ERRS AND COMES UP SHORT AGAIN AND AGAIN, BECAUSE THERE IS NO EFFORT WITHOUT ERROR OR SHORTCOMING, BUT WHO KNOWS THE GREAT ENTHUSIASMS, THE GREAT DEVOTIONS, WHO SPENDS HIMSELF FOR A WORTHLY CAUSE; WHO, AT THE BEST, KNOWS, IN THE END, THE TRIUMPH OF HIGH ACHIEVEMENT, AND WHO, AT THE WORST, IF HE FAILS, AT LEAST HE FAILS WHILE DARING GREATLY, SO THAT HIS PLACE SHALL NEVER BE WITH THOSE COLD AND TIMID SOULS WHO KNEW NIETHER VICTORY NOR DEFEAT."

THEODORE ROOSEVELT

D. CARROLL
YUKON
July 22, 2009

Condolences to the family of Officer Canales - both at home and at HPD. Dealing with the loss of one of our own local LEO's, I feel we are kindred spirits. May the pain you feel be softened by the passage of time.

TCO Liz Arclies
Baytown Public Safety Communications
July 22, 2009

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Officer Canales 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 Officer Canales , 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 Officer Canales 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.

TPD
Special Agent, FBI New York City
July 21, 2009

Rest in peace....

Patrolman
Pennsylvania
July 21, 2009

"My Brother"

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.
He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.
He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.
He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.
He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became
frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.
He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he
never wavered.
He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He longed for his family during the long hours.
He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely
weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart.
He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling
and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father.
He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the
people he served.
He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to
be the best he could be.
He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.
He was a cop, he was my Brother.

RIP Officer Canales

Deputy Christopher R French
Wharton County Sheriff's Office, Wharton Texas
July 20, 2009

REST IN PEACE.

PO ADAMS
NYPD 46 PCT
July 19, 2009

To The Police Officer Henry Canales,
My thoughts and prayer goes out to each of you,
to his Wife and Children, Your Husband and Father was
a Hero and he will be missed by all that knew and loved
him,

I will be strong and courageous, I will not be
terrifide,or discouraged for the Lord my God
is with me where ever I go,
Joshua 1:9"

It's now time to take your beat on Heaven
Streets,
God Speed, and Sleep well Blue Angel.

Margie Sowders
BCPAAA
BAYTOWN,TEXAS

Anonymous
July 19, 2009

Thank you for your years of service and dedication. May you rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer
July 18, 2009

Thank you for your sacrifice. You will never be forgotten sir.

A. Schuck
NLVPD
July 18, 2009

Rest in Peace, Henry and God bless your family and guide them thru this.
Thank you for you service

Ray Canales
Texas Game Warden
July 16, 2009

I am deeply saddened to learn of another senseless loss to our community. My heart goes out to the family and friends of this fallen hero. He will always be remembered for his dedication and bravery. Rest in peace.

Andrew - Narcotics Detective
Baltimore City Police
July 15, 2009

Officer Canales,

I appreciate service and dedication to law enforcement and your community. Your dedication will not be forgotten.

It doesn't matter what state, county, city or jurisdiction you work in. It is a sad day when a fellow Officer loses his life.

Your commitment is evidence in the fact that you were out there on the streets fighting crime the day you were taken from this world.

You will not be forgotten Officer Canales. My thoughts and prayers will be for your family and loved ones.

Police Officer Louis Lave
Los Angeles County Police Department
July 14, 2009

thank you officer canales. it means the world to me that you gave your life to make me feel safer. thank you canales family for supporting his love of the job despite the dangers. we all love you so much will never forget your sacrifices as well.

jessica
daughter of fallen officer Lt James Lee Sunderland Sr. 6/30/06
July 14, 2009

Rest in peace my brother in blue. Now you can walk Heaven's beat. Your family, friends, and co-workers with the Houston Police Department, are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Sr. Officer D. Johns
City of Sandy Springs Police, Georgia
July 13, 2009

Officer Canales,
Thank you for or Service and Protection! My Heart and Prayers go out to your Family and Friends...Rest in Peace Officer, You will Never Be Forgotten!
God Bless

Jim Biggs
Brother of Sgt. William Bigggs EOW 2-7-08
July 12, 2009

God bless the Canales family. Life ends however, memories live on.

Officer Canales, the Texas state flag has your blood sewn into the fabric, it shall wave forever in your honor.
RIP brother.

Bernie Norwood
Patriot Guard Rider of South Texas
July 11, 2009

On behalf of my fellow recruits from the Zone 5 Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy, I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends, and fellow officers of Officer Canales. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.

Session 46: Schenectady, NY

Recruit Brian Whipple
Zone 5 Academy
July 8, 2009

Rest in Peace Officer, Thank you for your Service

Jayson Mills
Halton Regional Police Service - COPP Unit
July 8, 2009