Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Miss Ya Brother! Been thinking of you lately.

J Elswood
Lehi PD

November 14, 2006

I miss you Joe. Thank you for always letting me know you cared about me!! I think about you so much. I still have the car you and Cyd gave me, and always will =)I work close to where your life was taken and it affects me everyday. I talk to many cops daily and they alwyas remind me of you. I see a cop car and I look to see if it is you or your other two brothers who are cops as well. Thank you for always listening to me, and for helping me grow up. I have many memories stashed away in my heart from my childhood that I will always hold near and dear. At least I know you're in a better place, but it hasn't seemed to take away the pain. Things will never be the same without you. So much has already changed. I no longer have a brother. Thanks for looking out for me, and for watching me from up above. I love you. Oh, and just so you know, I always have a seat saved for you in my car whenever I listen to Metallica; it reminds me of the times you would take me on errands with you when I was a little girl... All my love.

Friend

October 31, 2006

i have never met you joe but i have heard so much about you i have heard about all the amazing things you have done to help everyone i want to meet you someday i will

hoover

August 31, 2006

It is hard to believe it's been five years. I think about you everyday brother. I found out today that me and Alicia are having a baby boy, I'm so excited to have a son that can grow up with Cade. I want to thank you again Joe for the great example you have been to me in my life. You will always be my hero and I look forward to the day when I can be with you again. I miss you Joe. God speed brother. I love you!

Deputy Z. Adams
Utah County Sheriff's Office

August 4, 2006

On this 5th anniversary I wanted to leave a reflection to say that you have not been forgotten nor will the Family Blue ever let that happen. You are a true hero and heroes never die. Keep watch over your loved ones.

Bob Gordon, father of fallen Chicago Officer
Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Bob Gordon, Gold Star Father

August 4, 2006

You are not forgotten. Love and miss you brother. Just thinking of you and the scrafice you made for us.

J Elswood
Lehi Police

August 4, 2006

Five years have passed since Joe's life was taken. There have been many changes in our lives since that day. A special place in our hearts will always feel a loss at Joe's absence. He was and is so very special to us. We reflect daily all that he has left for us to remember and be grateful for. He will truly never be forgotten by those whose lives he touched. As a family, we express our sincere appreciation for those who serve and protect all of us.

Rosemary Adams
Joe's Mom

August 4, 2006

Joe,

5 years. I've been thinking a lot about you these past few weeks. I can't believe that it has been that long. I miss our friendship more and more as time passes.
I finally had a chance to read your book to my youngest daugher. You continue to leave a marvelous impression on those who come to know you, and your story. I look forward to the day that we see each other again. God speed Brother.

Sergeant B. Gwilliam
Highland/Alpine Police

August 3, 2006

Joe, I think of you every day. I know you are doing great things where you are.

S. Ferrell
Lehi Police

July 27, 2006

Officer Adams,
we remember you every Sunday when we say the Blessing..I am a Catholic, my husband is Jewish and every Sunday our "sons" ,The Elders, eat dinner with us.The Lord Blesses us greatly with the company of these fine young men.Psalm 127-3.Perhaps one day we will have the privilege of having your son at our table if he serves his mission in my country.
May He Bless and Keep you.May He shine His Face upon you and be Gracious unto you.

July 17, 2006

Rosemary, I just wanted to say that I get your letter, and i wanted to thank you for it. The letter helped my pain and my familys. Thank you again for your kindness.
- Cammy

Cammy
siter of arturo

July 10, 2006

Never Forgotten!

K. Rose
Lehi

July 9, 2006

Rest in peace brother.

Police Officer
Denver Police Department

June 30, 2006

Lord, Please Bless this young man and his family.May he rest safe in Your Arms and may his continue to know His Love and Comfort.

June 23, 2006

Joe I'm thinking of you and sure miss ya. Many Officers like you have given the ultimate sacrifice and are the true heros for our day. God bless each and everyone of you and the families you left behind.

J Elswood
Lehi Police

June 6, 2006

Joe, I think about you all of the time and will never forget you! My family and I talk about you on a regular basis and miss you alot! You are truly a hero and I can't wait to see you again, to tell you what a great example you and your family have been to me!! I know you are in a special place and doing great work!! Take care my friend!

Sgt. Steve Swenson
Orem PD, Utah

April 12, 2006

Just been thinking of all the fun times we had on patrol and thinking what a great time that will be when we can again laugh about them together. You are not forgotten my friend. You are dearly missed, no amount of time will ease the pain felt by those around you.

K. Rose
Lehi PD (Utah)

February 28, 2006

Joe I miss you very much. I have been thinking of you alot. Thank you for watching over us as our gurdian angel. You taught me so much. God speed and I will see you again.

J Elswood
LPD

February 2, 2006

scott is my brother and i never thought anything like ths would happen i am deeply sry for the pain the adams have to go through and im spreading this story around in hopes it wont happen again once again i am soo sorry to joe adams his family and to his friends

Cammy
little sister to killer

January 27, 2006

Every time I drive by your Cross, everywhere I look in the PD, in your brothers cars, in the offices and all around are reminders of you.

Know that you are thought of often and that you continue to inspire us.

God speed brother.

LPD

January 16, 2006

I was deeply moved by the mention of Officer Adams in a UVSC class. It touched my heart as we watched video of his funeral and saw how much this community cares. May God bless this man, his family, and all those that knew him. I am truly grateful for his sacrifice.

C. Young
Retail security & UVSC student

January 4, 2006

Happy Birthday Joe! I think of you often and miss you very much. God speed brother. I love you.

Z. Adams
UCSO

January 3, 2006

I had been living in Utah for 5 years when this tragedy took place. I never met Officer Adams, but the courageous actions he displayed, and his ultimate sacrifice left an imprint me. He truly is a hero. May his son grow up and become a noble man like his father. Because of Officer Adams inspiration, I returned to my native California and eventually became a police officer, then investigator, myself. God bless him.

Criminal Investigator, Seth Hamilton
California Department of Insurance

October 6, 2005

We live in a great land because a lot of brothers and sisters in uniforms of different colors and services paid a tremendous sacrifice. May the high cost of their sacrifice not be in vain nor ever forgotten. I miss you Joe, I am thankful to have worked with you but even more blessed to be able to call you a friend. You will never be forgotten by me or my family.

K. Rose
Lehi PD (Utah)

September 23, 2005

I think about you a million times a day bro, I miss ya Joe. I'm so thankful for all the great memories I have with you. God speed brother. I love you.

Z. Adams
UCSO

September 21, 2005