Officer Down Memorial Page

Today, May 12, 2012, I ran in the National Police Week 5K in Washington DC in memory of Officer Jay Sheridan. I did not know him, but it was an honor.

Noah Kohan
May 12, 2012

Officer Sheridan's brother visited the Silver State National Peace Officers Museum today and left a very nice tribute to Jay on our Visiting Officer Board. Thank you for your service and sacrifice Officer Sheridan.

Doug Gist, Captain (retired)
Silver State National peace Officers Museum
April 13, 2012

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.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
March 10, 2012

You are honored today Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
March 9, 2012

Thinking of your family today on their 1st EOW, may God be with them and continue to guide them through the troubled times. Continue to rest in peace Officer Sheridan... You sir will never be forgotten.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL
March 9, 2012

One year upon the day you gave your life in the line of duty. I will never forget that day. Tears then, more now while writing this. You were a great man Jay. We will never forget you and we will continue to celebrate your life. May God be with all of your family, friends, and colleagues as this day comes and goes, and all other days that your loss weighs heavy on us.

Chris Jackson
Long time Friend
March 8, 2012

A hero may fall but shall never be forgotten, RIP Sir.

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
February 13, 2012

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

Officer 11169
January 28, 2012

To the family and friends of Officer Jay Sheridan, his fellow officers, and most especially to Jay:

We honor your service to your community as a law enforcement officer and you will always be remembered and revered. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of our entire family, I wish to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Jay was killed in the line of duty. It is obvious he was well-loved by many and well-respected by his peers as reflected in the loving reflections left for him.

May his loved ones continued to be supported by their law enforcement family and other police survivors. Our family grieves with you and for you. To Jay's family, you are in my heart's embrace today. I share your anquish in losing a beloved family member which surely has to be life's greatest sorrow. As we are fast approaching both their first Christmas without you and your eow anniversary date, they are in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult days.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the years of distinquished service Jay gave to his community and the citizens of Colorado, and the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 9 , 2011

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
December 23, 2011

Officer Sheridan,
I thank you for your service and supreme and above all, selfless sacrifice to the thiziens of Limon, and all of Colorado. Your dedication to service is an inspiration to us all. May you rest in peace sir, your fellow officer all around the globe have the watch. Rest easy, we all miss you.

Tim
Coloradan
November 13, 2011

Parked by your house the other day on patrol and caught up on some paperwork. Spoke with your Mom and Dad in town. Wish I could do more Jay! Not a day we don't think of you. We Miss You Brother!!!

Sheriff Nestor
Lincoln County S.O.
June 12, 2011

Though you and I never met, we walk the same path. Having lost a family member in the line of duty, I know the pain your family and friends will be going through for the rest of their lives. Please watch over them and comfort them in their times of sorrow. Your sacrifice will not be in vain, we will take it from here. Rest in peace and thank you for your service.

Deputy
Douglas County SO
June 11, 2011

RIP Sir thank you for your service. You will never be forgotten

Explorer T. Knox
Arapahoe County SO
June 2, 2011

Your service in Limon was an incredible turnout. You will be so greatly missed. Your wife and daughter held up so strong. From what I have heard about you Officer Sheridan, you were such a great cop, husband and father. You will be missed and talked about for some time. The Limon Police Department lossed thier best cop. Rest in Peace Jay.

Deputy II R. Brandt
Adams County Sheriff's Office-Brighton, Co
May 1, 2011

You fight what we fear
Day in, day out
For it is part of your creed
You fight what we fear
And you do it without a doubt
No matter what it is we may need

You fight what we fear
And you're not always perfect
But it takes alot of guts to be you
You fight what we fear
It's a time honored profession
An honor enjoyed by few

You fight what we fear
At times risking death
Answering the call no matter where
Yes, you fight what we fear
And if you should pass
On your way to Heaven
May God be your cover car there.

Miguel A.Navarro Jr.
Army Veteran, Son of a Police Officer
April 24, 2011

Officer Sheridan,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Limon. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
USBP
April 3, 2011

R.I.P., Godspeed.
Deputy Mike Cooper
Lawrence County Sheriff's Department
Mt. Vernon, Missouri

Deputy Sheriff
Lawrence County Sheriff's Department
April 1, 2011

My prayers go out to the Sheridan family and LPD. R.I.P. Officer Sheridan, we have the watch brother. God Bless...

Deputy B. Strehl # 9159
Park County Sheriff's Office, Colorado
March 28, 2011

Your send off was as spectacular as your life.
You will be missed for sure. I wish happiness for your family and friends and that when their hearts recovery the sadness will be replaced with laughter and smiles when they think of you. You did good Jay.

Trooper B.
CSP
March 27, 2011

Rest in Peace Jay. We only knew each other for a short time but do know that you are a good man and you will be greatly missed. 10-42 Limon 4.

Clint
LCSO
March 25, 2011

Rest in Peace my Brother, God Bless you, your Family and your Dept.

Officer Bob Swope #5609
Olmsted Falls Police Dept.Ohio
March 23, 2011

His Judgment Day:
The officer stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shinning, Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek To my church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I aint, Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays, And at times my talk was rough, And sometimes I've been violent Because the streets are tough.
But I never took a penny That wasn't mine to keep.. Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help Though at times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept an unmanly tear.
I know I don't deserve a place among the people here. They never wanted me around except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord, it needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, But if you don't...I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne, where the saints often trod. As the officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Officer. You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell"

Author unknown

May God be with everyone

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, Tx
March 21, 2011

You fought the good fight, rest in peace Brother. May God show his mercy and grace on your family, friends, and coworkers.

Det. John Creamer
Daytona Beach Police
March 21, 2011

To Officer Sheridan's family,
My heart goes out to your family for your great loss. There is no greater sacrifice than that of an officer giving his life to protect those around him. My prayers will be with your family for the years to come. You see, I was 5 when my father was killed in the line of duty, in the same manner. May God bring you an ubandance of support and love to help you through the days ahead.
Tamela Verlare

Tamela Walters
March 18, 2011

Thank you for your service and my prayers are with your family and love ones.

Deputy Latour ( retired)
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office
March 17, 2011