Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Dear Daddy,
I miss you so much. You are my hero and I love you so much. We just finished the trial for the man who killed you and I was there every day to show suffort for our family. The dirt bag got nailed for First-Degree Murder. I am sorry but the jury did not give him the punishment in which he diserved. The Death Penalty. Instead he got two consecutive life sentences without the possibility of parole. Other than dealing with this trial I am doing ok. My mom and Hal are taking good care of me. I miss you and I love you.
Love,
Lindsey(Daughter)

Lindsey

Brother John,
I am sorry that things broke down that day. I still relive that day in the back yard and wonder what else could have been done to have shared a laugh later that day. In my dreams, bad guy gets it every time. Hopefully he'll get it soon. I miss the good times, way back to chasing cows and planning our futures. I miss you and that "up to something" grin. I have enjoyed seeing your girls when ever the chance. You did good Dad.

God Bless

Police Officer
Reno Police Department

Hi Daddy,
I miss you so much! I am doing good in school. Ididn't write you on your birthday but I was there with you in spirit. My mom is taking such good care of me and so is Hal you would be very happy! I love you and I will be at your trial as much as I can so I can make sure that the man that took you from me pays the ultimate price.
I love you and miss you,
Lindsey (Daughter)

Daughter

Dear Mr. Bohach,
You probably don't remember me, but I am Lindsey's friend from school. Everyone you know and love misses you, and you are always on their mind. You were a good cop, and I remember you every time I look at Lindsey. Rest in Peace.
Meghan

Friend

God Bless you John! As I sit here reading these reflections, I shed tears for Lindsey. I lost my father when I was young. I have two daughters and your loss really hits hard. I feel like I know your family after reading about you and them. GOD BLESS YOU MY BROTHER. May God shed the best of health, strength and love over your family, to always comfort Lindsey. You will forever be in her heart and soul.

Eternal Rest John.....

*I hope that the subject responsible for your loss gets the most that justice can levy on him*

DFC. Matt Crisafulli
Worcester County Sheriffs Office

Dear John,
Happy 37th birthday, Tuesday March 11, 2003. I bet you'll be celebrating with a prime rib dinner, with all the fixings, and banana cream pie for dessert. Lindsey is doing fine. She has had her braces on for 1 year now, and is a straight A student. The trial will be starting at the end of this month. Your family and friends will be there to see that you receive the justice that you deserve. Hal and I are coming up on our 1 year wedding anniversary, as for you, it has been almost 2 years since you were taken from your family and friends. Happy Birrthday, John. Rest in Peace, Laurie

Hi Daddy,
I was thinking of you so much today so I decided to get on this web site and read these reflections. As I sit here tears are streaming down my face. I miss you so much. Today is Christmas Eve and I am going to mass a tradition for us. There are so many people that love you and think about every minute of the day. Daddy I hope you are having a wonderful Christmas I know I will I have a wonderful mom and Hal to share it with I also have the rest of the family. Merry Christmas and I love you more than anything.
Love,
Lindsey

Lindsey (Daughter)

12/03/02 Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you continue to go through this. It always makes me sad to see a hero as John fall victim to waste of space cowards. Police officers have always been my real hero's as long as I can remember. Officer Bohach may you rest in peace blue angel. We hope to see you in Glory. To Mrs. Bohach and children...Rememeber God is always there hearing every prayer faithful and true, walk by his side in his love hide all the day through. When you get discourged, just remember what to do, reach out to Jesus, he's reaching out to you.

S. Yates
concerned citizen From Mississippi

Dear John,
Today, Tuesday November 12, 2002, is our daughter's 13th birthday. We had a party for her on Saturday, I am sure you already know that. She was so happy that everyone came, your Mom and Dad, Linda and Jillian, Shannon and boys, Adam, Tom and kids, Karee, Hal's dad, and of course us. We spent all Sunday out shopping, spending all of her gift certificates. Tonight we will take her out to dinner, her choice Mi Casa.
John, you should be so proud of her. We got her report card on Friday, all A's and one B. She is such an awesome student. Volleyball season is almost over, she is really getting good, with more practice.
I gotta go for now, I will write again soon. Rest in peace John John.
Laurie

Dear John,
Today is 9/11/02, as I watch the world mourn all those lost, a year ago, in the terrorist attack, I can't help but stop and think of you. John, life is going so good for Lindsey and me. We are all taking good care of your little girl. She is an awesome student, you would be proud of her. She is going to play volleyball, again this year, and Hal will be one of her coaches.

When I look at her, I see you. I look in her eyes and try to remember only the good times. John when you are looking after us, I hope you also remember only the good times. I believe that I have been blessed with a wonderful man to help me take good care of Lindsey, Thank you. Rest in peace, our Reno hero. Laurie

Laurie

Bo,
I miss you very much. I spent several hours at the cemetery on the 22nd. It has been a year since the p***k took you away from us. I still can't believe that you are gone. I think about you every day. Trust me John, you are NOT forgotten.
Love ya and miss ya..........

Det. Adam Wygnanski
Reno (NV) Police Department

8-22-02
It has been a year since you ended your tour of duty. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Blessed be the peace makers.

Anonymous

Dear John,

It's been one year since you were taken from our lives. There isn't a day or a minute that goes by that I don't think of you. I know you are safe and hope you look after us each and every day. Mikey and Kelly miss you like crazy. We love you very much and will forever keep your memory alive.

Your forever sister,

Jean

Jean M. Buckley

John,

It has been almost one year since you were taken from us. You are no longer "here", but you are NOT forgotten.

Sergeant Brent Teasley
Reno Police Department

Dear Daddy,
I miss you so much! I am doing so well in school all A's and one B. I think about you so much and you are greatly missed here in Reno by everyone. I hope you are looking over me and helping me do the right things.
I love you more than you Know,
Your loving daughter Lindsey

Daughter

Officer Bohach's murder has touched every corner of our community. The tragedy of the planned act has shifted the world for his wife and two children. The task that they have before them is monumental. My wife and I think of them at least once a week, speak outloud a prayer, and are grateful for the services Officer Bohach (and others) provide our small part of the world.
Life IS Good

Christopher Koch
Reno Youth Parole Bureau

Peace Officer Memorial Day 5-15-02
Today Is Peace Officer Memorial Day and I remember John Bohach.

I was in Reno attending a convention the same week of John's untimely death. As I watched the memorial service via the TV, I was taken back from all of the fellow officers and community people that filled the room to show their support and comfort the family.
Anytime another officer is killed in the line of duty it is very tragic. I was very touched by the service. Although, I had never met John I knew from the officers who spoke during the service that John was a very devoted officer. John will truly be missed and his many years of devoted service is remembered by many. Blessed be the peace makers.

Ken Carter
Former TX Peace Officer

Dear John,
Happy 36th Birthday today, March 11, 2002. Lindsey and I shed tears for you this morning, feeling so sorry that you are not here to celebrate anymore birthdays. John, you will be forever young, much to young to have been taken from your family. Happy Bithday John John. Laurie

My brother John will always be a hero to us. To help us honor and remember him, The Bohach family together will the Reno Police and Fire Departments and over 5,000 members of the community have initiated an effort to have one of the new elementary schools named after John. Until 3/20/02 you can email your support of our effort to the Washoe County School Board at [email protected].

Please help us honor our fallen hero. Thank you.

I love you John.

Your Sister,
Jean

Jean M. Buckley

Rest in Peace John, May god be with your family.. and may god bless you
we love you..
Vspa

Virginia State Police Association

i was at your funeral john. it was very sad. i am so sorry for what happened to you and your loved ones. god bless you and the reno pd, and my all of the rest of reno pd stay safe.

officer jack santos
san francisco pd

John,
Today you have been gone from your family for 6 months. I still think of you everyday and believe that will never change. Life has settled down for Lindsey and I, and we anxiously await our trip to D.C. in May, in memory of you. I am sure you know how wonderful my life is now John, and I hope you are happy for us all! Lindsey made honor roll this past semester, and she is getting braces on the first week in March. I'll write you again. Rest in peace John John. Laurie

John,

I was there the day you left us as was many of your brother officers. My life has forever changed because of that day in a way that only you and I know. I will do my best John, but I will need some help, so don't hesitate to tap me on the shoulder every once in awhile to let me know how I'm doing.

Anonymous

John was an extremely dedicated public servant who was relentless in his pursuit of those who caused harm to children. I feel very fortunate to have had the priveledge of working with John in the Sex Crimes/Child Abuse Unit. However, I feel it was an honor to have been able to call John my friend. John's passion for life was like no other I have ever seen and I am grateful God gave me time to get to know him. I just wish we could have had more time together.

John's family has been astonishingly strong during this most difficult time and I wish them well. Linda and Jillian, Colonel Jack and Barbara, Laurie and Linsey, Mark and Shannon, Michael and Jean, you are all in my daily thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all. John, I miss you and you already know how much.

Tom Reid

Detective Tom Reid
Reno Police Department

Dear daddy,
I love you and miss you so much. Reno lost a good police officer a good husband and a good father. I will always think of you when I am going on a boat or a plane. You are my hero and you will be my hero for ever. Everyone you knew and many more miss you and you will be in their hearts for ever write to you soon again.