Deputy Edwardo M. Gonzales Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Arizona Monday, August 28, 1995  Leave a Reflection  Return to Memorial  Print This Page  Continue Building Book  Page: 1 of 1

I have been visiting this site almost everyday for the last 10 years and each time I think of my friends I have lost. Gonzo is at the top of that list, as we went through the academy together. We have lost others from our class and none will be forgotten. I cleary remember the day Gonzo passed and remember the state of shock and disbelief as I heard the news and attended the funeral. That carries on today and I can not beleive it has been 14 years.
More important than the job we have done is our families for whom we do the job. To Gonzo's wife, I want you to know you and your children were always on Eduardo's mind, in his thoughts and words. There was never a time we spoke in which he did not have something to say about you. His love for you and your children was clearly evident. There was always a smile on his face when he spoke of your family and he made it clear he was becoming a deputy for you. Time will never heal your wounds but I wanted you to know you are not alone. I apologize because I have wanted to leave this reflection for you for 14 years and for some unknown reason never did.
The police academy binds a class of souls together for life. Gonzo and I went to diffrent areas of the valley after graduation and I did not see much of him after that, but he and your family will always be on my mind and in my thoughts and prayers.

Tim Priore
PHX PD (RET)
2009-10-15

Deputy Gonzales and I worked at the Madison ST. Jail when we were Detention Officers. 14 years have passed today, and we miss you, Rest in Peace.

T F Trejo
Former MCSO Detention
2009-08-28

Deputy Sheriff Gonzales,
On today, the 13th anniversary of your death, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Maricopa County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

2008-08-28

"The Badge"
He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.
He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.
Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.
He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.
His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.
He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.
And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.
But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.
Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.
Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.
So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.
In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.
Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.
Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
2007-11-14

I was a member of the Posse back then. I worked on Deputy Gonzales's squad quite frequently. It was a privilege to know you sir. You are missed and not forgotten.

W. Smith, NREMT
Southwest Ambulance
2007-04-05

Rest in Peace, Deputy Gonzales. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

2007-03-14

Every time I stand at the footsteps of the Madison Street Jail I remember all of the good times I spent working with a great bunch of Officers. You always stood out above the rest. We would spend the evenings getting down to business and then when it was pot luck day we would always count on you to provide one of your spectular mexican dishes!! I remember the day you passed on just like if it were yesterday. May you rest with the angeles. Lt. Evie Nunez

Lt. E. Nunez
MCSO
2006-08-30

AUGUST 5TH 2006
HAPPY 43RD BIRTHDAY LALO

2006-08-11

They say to keep someone alive you do so by thinking of them daily.It seems like yesterday since your accident and it is almost your 11th anniversary since you were taken from us lalo. I think of you all the time and thank the lord to have known such a kind and special person. I dont know how many people know of this website and I know you made a difference to so many of your friends and family that they would like to also express your thoughts.I hope to see more reflections someday.
Always Stephanie.

2006-07-03

You are not forgotten...........

Al Whitney
Yuma County Sheriff's Office
2006-03-14

I remember Deputy Gonzales, I was a member of the posse back then. And still to this date I remember him treating me like one of his own. Thank you, you are missed.

Officer J. Lynch
Arizona Dept. Of Corrections
2005-05-10

I would like to thank you all for your kind words about my father.

2004-11-17

I always knew your work would be involving helping others.Your kindness and caring for others will always be in our hearts and thoughts.Today, you would have been 41 years old.Im glad to have gone through life and have had the opportunity to know such a special human being.You are deeply missed but will never be forgotton.My condolences to your family.
The Vera Family

s.franco

2004-08-05

I knew you "Gonzo" as a friend a co-worker. I think of you often and remember our talks before you became a deputy. Being a cop was your life long dream and I know that when you were on patrol, you were truly happy. You will be remembered and missed my friend.

Lieutenant
MCSO
2004-04-01

I did not know Deputy Gonzales well but I do remember the friendly face that was more than willing to help a new deputy while investigating a DUI. At that point in time being a "Rookie" you did not get that much friendly help but Deputy Gonzales treated me like I had been on for years and even though he had just met me he acted as if we were old friends.
I just want to extend my best wisheds to his family, God Bless

Anonymous

2004-02-19