Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Correctional Officer Jesus "Jesse" Sanchez

California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, California

End of Watch Friday, October 6, 1972

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Reflections for Correctional Officer Jesus "Jesse" Sanchez

Your sacrifice is not forgotten brother.

Officer 68182
CDCR

May 9, 2024

Uncle today marks your 51 years you’ve been gone but never forgotten. May you continue to look over your fellow brothers and sisters and keep them safe, as well as my daughter. You’re thought of and missed by many family members .
you’re our hero always

Scott&monica montes
Niece

October 6, 2023

Uncle you will never be forgotten your family will always hold you close to our hearts. I will always respect you for the sacrifice you gave ,having someone very dear to me in the same line of work it is not easy knowing what you had to put up with and the dangers that come with this line of work.
I pray for all of the brave men and woman that go to work everyday and keep us safe. Thank you uncle so much for your sacrifice and bravery
love you always

Scott/Monica
Niece/nephew

May 9, 2023

My brother, you and your family payed the ultimate price and that debt can never be repayed. There is no greater sacrifice and honor for someone that dawns the badge then to give their life in the line of duty, we all know the price of our oath, and still, we voluntarily leave the safety of our loved ones arms every day to toe the line.

Your family's tear watered the ground that was to be the foundation of positive changes for all LEOs to come. Those changes have made it possible for thousands of your brothers and sister to return to their families safer at the end of their shift and for that WE are all forever in their debt. I wish God could grant me the knowledge and wisdom to voice to your family how much I appreciate their strength, their honor and their courage. Unfortunately I know no matter how hard I try I will always fall short because for what they have had to endure there are no words.

When God says, "who shall I send", he will hear our brothers and sisters say in one loud thunderous voice, " here i am send me!"

Honor, Duty, Commitment, Sacrifice

Sworn Brother
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - CIM

October 9, 2022

Officer Sanchez,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of California. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy. There is no tougher job in Law Enforcement then that of a Corrections Officer.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

October 6, 2022

Rest in peace Correctional Officer Sanchez.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

November 26, 2021

Brother, I have wonderful memories of our childhood, high school, and when you first became a father! These memories will never
leave me. But I miss you, my heart breaks just like the day I heard you were murdered! God I pray, ease my pain, knowing that you’re in heaven with no pain at all.

Until we meet again, you sister.
Dolores Sanchez
July 16, 2021

Dolores Sanchez
Sister

July 17, 2021

Your sacrifice will never be forgotten! Rest In Peace.

Lepe
Federal Bureau of Prisons

March 27, 2021

Rest in peace.

J.R.

October 22, 2020

My deepest condolences

Lieutenant C.Thomas
Transit Enforcement

October 6, 2019

Lord, when it’s time to go inside,
That place of steel and stone.
I pray that you will keep me safe,
So I won’t walk alone.
Help me to do my duty,
Please watch me on my rounds.
Amongst those perilous places
And slamming steel door sounds.
God, Keep my fellow Officers
Well and free from harm.
Let them know I’ll be there too,
Whenever there’s alarm.
Above all when I walk my beat,
No matter where I roam.
Let me go back whence I came,
To family and home.

RIP We have the watch now

Correctional Officer 84804
California Dept.Of Corrections

July 5, 2016

By the age of 12 my husband Johnny M. Sanchez knew he would become a law enforcer, after his uncle Officer Jesus D Sanchez was murdered. Today 1-4-16, Johnny received the very flag that draped his uncle's coffin. This flag that has been kept untouched, unseen for 43 years. How emotional and special this moment is. We will honor our uncle, Officer Jesus D Sanchez' flag in our home. Proudly display it's Glory, Honor and ultimately his sacrifice.

Detective Johnny M. Sanchez
Los Angeles Police Department

January 4, 2016

"When a good man is hurt, all who would be called good must suffer with him.”

Euripides

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

September 18, 2015

C/O Sanchez, as the anniversary of your death approaches, I want your family and friends to know we will never forget your sacrifice. Thank You Brother, for your service.

H.J. Montoya Jr. Correctional Officer
Ca. Dept.of Corrections Southern Transportation Unit

October 2, 2014

I was an Officer at CIM for 24 years. I transferred there in 1985. Obviously I never knew Officer Sanchez. I'd heard a bit about his murder before I transferred and when I saw the small testimonial on display in the Administration Building it struck me somehow. When years later, I found myself in Sacramento working for our Union and interacting with the Legislature and CCPOA's Executive Council, I asked for support in getting a more fitting Memorial for him in the way of a Highway dedication, similar to what we've done for others.

Martin Aroian - Retired
CDC

February 18, 2014

I work at C.I.M, and to be honest never heard the story of Officer Sanchez. I have seen his picture though, and somehow managed to stumble on this site only after reading a post about Victor Sam (CRC Officer, killed on way to work in 1977).

I am sorry for your family's loss, hope to help keep his memory alive somehow at Chino.

Correctional Officer
CDCR - C.I.M

January 10, 2013

Jesus Sanchez was my uncle. I am his niece Dolores Lucero uncle Jesus was my favorite uncle he was a good man and great uncle. I will never forget him. I wish my uncle was here I could us his help. I am ex-councilwoman who Exposing Government Corruption my life has been threaten by the good old boys Sheriff and the D.A but am not scare because am as braver as my uncle Jesus Sanchez.

Dolores Lucero
Ex-Councilwoman and your Niece

September 23, 2012

Jesse, I never met you, although I am married to your Neice, Teresa, I was just one year into my career when you lost your life in the line of duty and I recall the incident clearly. Being an Officer of the Law can often be a dangerous and sometimes thankless job that requires a tremendous amount of sacrifice and dedication. On behalf of your Community, County, State and Country, you made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty and I honor you for that. Rest In Peace.

Lieutenant D. Winters
San Gabriel Police, Retired

March 27, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 37th 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.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous

October 6, 2009

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

Officer 11169

June 8, 2009

I retired from CIM-Chino May 31, 2007 after twenty-five years of service there. Officer Sanchez' badge and a small memorial are in a glass case in the minimum yard administration building. This is the first time I have ever seen officer sanchez' picture. I knew and worked with officer George Fitzgerald who was Jesus' partner the day he was shot (both shot, actually). George told me the complete story of what happened that day. Simply put; This isn't a job for everyone. Dangers lurk everywhere. It is a terrible shame to see this young face hidden forever from his family and friends at the hands of evil men. RIP Jesus. Peace and respect to his family! Lord have mercy on us all.

CC-I (ret) J. Schick
CDCR (CIM)

February 25, 2009

uncle you will always be honored and not forgotten for your duties and bravery. You will never be forgotten because the love that your family has for you will never end. We love you. We will also honor you on May 17th.

scott,monica,michele
nephew & nieces

May 7, 2008

We will honor your service on May 17, 2008. Your children and family will be standing for you.

Dolores Sanchez
Sister

April 9, 2008

Today on the anniverasry of your death we wish to remember you and thank you Sir for your service

Pat Van Den Berghe
Neighbors for a Better Manchster, Nh

October 6, 2007

It's been 35 years of loving you and missing you my dear brother. I miss you friendship, advise, and compasion for others. I thank the Lord for your life, your beautiful son, daughter, and grandchildren. My heart is with you Jesse....Forever you sister Dolores.

Dolores Sanchez
Brother

October 4, 2007

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