Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

To Officer Rueben Rios Sr., his family and friends, and his fellow officers:

On this the ninth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your valor and bravery are remembered.

I read that your own son has followed in your footsteps and is in law enforcment. You must be very proud.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the many years of distinquished service to your community and the citizens of California, and the supreme sacrifice you and your family made on October 26, 1996.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05

October 26, 2005

I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

Rest in peace.

December 28, 2004

Hey Reuben,

I carry a picture of your gravemarker in my "33 book" everyday. Whenever I arrest a drunk driver, I think of you and the ultimate sacrafice you made. If I get a drunk and they complain about not doing anything wrong, and they're not a criminal, I show them the picture. It usually shuts them up. You are not forgotten Reuben. Your son is doing fine as an officer in the San Bernardino Area.

Mark Conner, Officer, #9580

Mark Conner, Officer #9580
California Highway Patrol

San Bernardino misses you, Reuben.

J.M.