Officer Down Memorial Page

Thoughts and Prayers for the family and Dept. Thank you for your service. Agent, Jared Francom.

Jeffrey Wolf Training Director/Lt.
Western Region Detention Facility- SD
April 20, 2012

“Safeguarding the rights of others is the most noble and beautiful end of a human being.”.

Explorer
WCSO
April 13, 2012

Everyday I am humbled by the sacrifices of those who choose to put themselves in harms way

Justin Moore
Citizen of a grateful Nation
April 6, 2012

God Bless you, Agent Francom. I know that now there is no comfort for your wife, and children. Experience has taught me that one day they will recognize your amazing courage, and will celebrate who you were. I wish them the best of God's blessing, and deepest sympathy on their loss.

Kimberly Towey
Surviving daughter
March 18, 2012

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

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
U.S. Border Patrol
March 15, 2012

Though I never knew him, he was part of my Law Enforcement family and I will mourn this deep loss the rest of my life. My heart aches with all the losses we have suffered, and continue to suffer, through the years. God is our only peace through such incidents. May family & friends feel the presence of the "God of all comfort" as they endure the distressing days ahead. I join you in your agonizing grief & remember you in my prayers.

Another senseless tragedy
Another day of grief,
Another day of praying
To help us find relief.

Relief from bitter anguish
Relief from rage so great,
Relief from lenient justice
Which continues to seal our fate.

Relief from heartache’s torment
As we continue on,
Oh, the awesome loss of brotherhood
Now that you are gone.

Though our hearts are deeply broken
And our tears forever flow,
There’s a comforting assurance
That now with God you go.

We know that you are welcome
Now at Heaven’s gate,
While meeting brothers & sisters
Who also met such fate.

The family of Law Enforcement
Knows no distance here or there,
And we recall in comfort
You await us there.

Vicki Hare, Telecommunicator
Salisbury NC PD
March 2, 2012

My heart goes out to the family, friends and co-workers of this brave Officer. May God bring you peace and a speedy closure to this tragic event. Please remember, our brother will ALWAYS be a HERO and will NEVER be forgotten!

SGT Mark B. Hanna, Retired
Fayetteville, AR P.D.
March 1, 2012

Thank you for your service brother. I pray your family, friends and co-workers find peace of mind and the strength to carry on.

Sgt. Matt Allen
Granville PD Granville, WV
February 19, 2012

"Never forget what they did here. It is rather for us, the living, to be dedicated here to the great task remaining before us - that, from these honored dead we take increased devotion to that cause for which they here, gave the last full measure of devotion - that we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain."
President Lincoln
Your sacrifice and last full measure of devotion will not be forgotten. RIP Brother

Detective Chris Welby
Bridgeton, Missouri PD
February 9, 2012

I come to the ODMP often to remember my late fiance Dennis. Every time I come here it breaks my heart to know that yet another officer has fallen and that yet another family has to live their lives without the officer they loved. My heart goes out to everyone who knew and loved Agent Francom. Know that you are not alone in the "journey" that you walk. Should you ever need anything please don't hesitate to contact me. (The Davis Co. Sheriff's Office in Iowa will always know how to reach me. I can also be found on Face Book.) You will be in my thoughts.

From reading the reflections left for Jared he sounds like he was a great man with a beautiful spirit. Those of you who knew him in life were so blessed to have been able to share in it. I hope that you will all continue to find a way to celebrate and remember Jared's life and the MAN that he was. Remember that Jared's life was about so much more than the way he died. Jared will continue to live on as long as we continue to remember him.

Agent Francom, thank you for helping to make this world a little safer for us all. YOU will not be forgotten. Please continue to watch over all of us as only you can. If you happen to bump into my late fiance Dennis up there give him a big hug for me and the kids. It's been nine years and he's still very much missed and forever loved.

Wishing you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne : )

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)
February 6, 2012

May you rest in peace.

May god bless you and your family.

C Weaver
Grieving Citizen
February 5, 2012

Father God, bless this HERO Officers family with strength, peace, and comfort, that only YOU can provide. Bless the Department family as they cope with the loss. Be there, Lord, as they cry out to You in the midnight hour. Cause them to know that You are there and will never leave their side. I paise You and honor You, Lord, for hearing this prayer. In Jesus' Matchless Name, Amen.

Michael Cubberly, Disabled / Retired - HCDOC
Member: Honor Legion Police Departments of the State of NJ
February 4, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss.

Joy, Civilian
February 1, 2012

While I never new Officer Francom, I have always been grateful for the protection I enjoy thanks to him and his fellow officers. His loss affects us all.
Rest in peace.

EMT
February 1, 2012

Rest well, Agent Francom, your watch is done.

Civilian
January 29, 2012

Jared you were and still are a man of integrity, an amazing example of kindness, selflessness, the hero to your wife, daughters, family, friends, and co-workers! That does not even begin to touch on the man you are! I am blessed to have known you, worked with you, and been friends with you! My heart is saddened and will always be! Your watch is over, you served well! Rest in peace Dear Jared! Thank you so much!!!

Lacie S.
EMT-friend
January 26, 2012

I am not an American, nor a Police Officer in my home Country, or have any family members that works to Serve and Protect. And I don't know you, or any other fallen heroes, but you, and other heroes like you, makes the difference.

Rest in peace, thanks for your good work and dedication. You may be gone, but you will be never forgetten.

Kemal Bora
January 26, 2012

May Saint Michael lead you into paradise.
May those who have gone before you welcome you into their arms and take you to the throne of GOD.
Rest in Peace my Brother.

Ptl,Thomas West
McKeesport Pa. PD
January 24, 2012

Rest in peace my Brother!
"Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9

Jack Garcia, Retired FBI
FBI
January 23, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of this brave officer. Rest in peace brother, we have the watch now.

Sheriff Ray Foster
Buchanan County Sheriff's Office
January 21, 2012

Thank you for your sacrifice. And also for trying to make our city a safer place. My God bless your family! The tribute paid to Officer Francom was touching and showed what a special man he was.

Ogden resident
Ogden resident
January 19, 2012

Thank you for your service My prayers to your family friends and fellow officers.

N/A
Citician
January 19, 2012

A ready smile and words in jest were his trademark. He was the strongest man I knew and I strove to catch him with each rep, set and day. My heart is broken over the loss of my friend and brother. He died while firing his weapon to protect and cover his wounded brothers and I know he would not have had anyone go in his stead. I will have a black and scarred part if my heart for the rest of my life, and will try each day to, "Earn this."

2F888
Ogden City Police, Utah
January 19, 2012

My preyers go out to your young childern and family. You have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving the people of Ogden. May you RIP Agent Francom.

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
January 18, 2012

On behalf of Support 1, we are truly saddened by the loss of this officer. We hope that this officer's family, friends, and co-workers are lifted up during this difficult time. Thank you for your service, Agent Jared Francom.

SSG Chris Chavous
Aiken County Sheriff's Office (SC)
Founder and Chair of Support1
January 17, 2012