Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Sergeant Pratt,

God Bless you and your family. You gave everything to the city of Omaha, and paid the ultimate sacrifice. The job of police officer is often thankless, but you performed your duties with courage, honor, and dignity. Though your body has since been laid to rest, your soul will forever live on, and you now make Heaven a safer place. Thank you for your service and dedication to our city. You will never be forgotten.

Rest in Peace.

May 25, 2007

The credit belongs to the one who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs and comes short again and again, who knows the great devotions, and spends himself in a worthy cause, who at best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at the worst, if they fail, at least fails while daring greatly. So that their place shall never be with those cold and timid souls who know neither victory nor defeat.

Terry Donovan
spouse of Amy Lynn Donovan Austin P.D. E.O.W. 31 Oct 2004

May 16, 2007

As a new recruit I fully understand the meaning of this job as I am sure you did. You gave all and you will never be forgotten only remembered fondly by those of us who never truely had the opportunity to meet you. You give officers like myself the strength to go forward with the grace of god and though you left early what a glorious place to be in the arms of our LORD...god bless Ofc Pratt!

new recruit
OPD

March 30, 2007

Jason, Just wanted you to know that I still think about you everyday. Especialy when I am in the gym. I miss you buddy.

OPD

March 25, 2007

Your service to the people of Omaha will never be forgotten.
Rest in peace, and know one day you will be with the ones who love you. Take care of heavens roads, and be there for others who have given their life, as you did serving others.

Trooper
Iowa State Patrol

February 14, 2007

Hi buddy, just wanted to tell you, again, that you haven't been forgotten. I miss you.

Lora

January 21, 2007

You suddenly came into my thoughts today and, although I never knew you, you are remembered.G-d Bless.

December 7, 2006

I just read about Tye's last words with his Dad. I understand the irony of last words spoken sometimes before a loved one dies. My first husband and I also spoke words to each other that we never dreamed would be sending a final message to me. Mr. Pratt, I'm so glad you shared that last moment with Tye, telling him that you loved him and touching your precious son. These are the things you can hold close to your heart - knowing there is no regret on your part that you missed a chance express your love to Tye. May the Lord keep your family in his loving care & I'm sure Calvin and Tye have shared some fun in heaven by now. They will never be forgotten.

Denise
Survivor of Calvin Taylor

October 12, 2006

Jason ~ I will never forget the mark you left on my heart or the impact you made on my life. You still are and will always be my hero. I miss you and I think about you every single day. It's so hard to believe that 3 years have already passed, even harder to let go and move on. We will meet again..

September 19, 2006

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this 3rd anniversary of your EOW. I know your Dad is doing wonderful things with your foundation and you will never be forgotten. Keep watch over your loved ones as I know the tears still flow from their hearts and will for a long long time. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten as heroes never die.

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

Bob Gordon, Gold Star Father

September 19, 2006

Some of us give a little, some of us give a lot.Tye Pratt gave everything.May You Rest in Peace and may Our Lord continue to comfort and strengthen your loved ones.You are not forgotten or ever will be.

September 18, 2006

My sincerest condolances to the family and friends of Sgt. Pratt. Although i never knew or worked with with him we are all brothers. You and your family will be in my prayers...
Rest in Peace..................

Det. T. Rice
NYPD

September 18, 2006

Dear TYE,

Your 3rd anniversary is tomorrow, but for today, I want to say, you are well Loved and missed!

R.I.P Brother.

N/A
N/A

September 18, 2006

Fallen but never forgotten.

Joanie
Mother, daughter, sister, and granddau. of LEO's

September 15, 2006

I can't believe its been 3 years. You will never be forgotten!!!!

September 11, 2006

Final Call

An Angel In The Sky Must Leave His Place Of Rest,
Gently Tucking His Wings Beneath His Armored Vest.
For Duty Has Called, There Is Much Work To Do
Little Did He Know, This One Is Dressed In Blue.
Arriving On The Scene, He Knows Just What To Say,
"Follow Me, Fallen Brother, I'll Show You The Way."
"Your Duty Has Ended, Your Work Is Now Through."
"Come Hand Your Hat Beside Mine. I'm A Cop, Too."

July 23, 2006

Sgt. Pratt,

I had spoken with your dad today regarding another issue. During the conversation, he had told me about you and your situation. He spoke so proudly of you. Please continue to keep watch over your family, friends, and co-workers from above. God bless all of you.

Jennifer R. Aaron
Wife of MdTA Ofc. Duke G. Aaron, III (EOW 07/20/04)

June 28, 2006

I was thinking about you today.Even though I never knew you I find myself thinking about you and other fallen heros at odd moments during the day.You will be remembered.....

June 6, 2006

Sgt Pratt,
some people come into our lives and quietly do, others stay awhile and leave footprints on our heart..... and we are never the same.So many people are glad to have your footprints in their hearts.May you Rest in Peace and may Our Lord continue to comfort and support your loved ones.

May 3, 2006

Dear Jason,

Thank you for keeping us safe! I am so sorry that your life had to end this way. you are a hero!

We Love you Jason!

Danny Ross & Family

Daniel Ross
Council Bluffs, Iowa

March 27, 2006

To Sgt. Jason "Tye" Pratt, his wife and beautiful daughters, his parents, and his other loved ones:

Please know that your memory is honored and revered today.

My heart goes out to your family. You’re in our thoughts and our prayers.
Reading the loving reflections about your beloved Tye gives us some understanding of what a kind and honorable man he was, and what a passion he had for life.

In reading about him, I saw some common threads between Tye and my son Larry. Both died by gunfire from wounds in places that vests didn't help; both were murdered by a despicable criminal who was fleeing from a crime and bailed out of a wrecked car to shoot responding officers in an ambush from thick foliage and bushes; both died leaving young children although Larry's son was born three months after Larry's murder.

Unless you have been through this, you cannot fully comprehend that the fatal shots don't just kill our beloved fallen officer, but they kill a part of everyone who cares for them. To his parents, I share your agony of losing your beloved child.

To his friend Steve Martinez: your words about your friend evoked so many feelings by their powerful and genuine message of caring.

Tye, you rescued us, saved our possessions, our lives and our families. You are one of the rare heroes among us. You were always there for us in the most traumatic moments of our lives. No matter when we called, we just expected that you would come and do whatever it took to help us, and you always met our expectations. Your selflessness and dedication are awe-inspiring.

This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Sgt. Pratt. I am humbled by your valor, courage, and dedication.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Tye gave to his community and the citizens of Nebraska, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on September 19, 2003.

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

March 22, 2006

A man muched admired and loved will always live on in the hearts of others.

March 22, 2006

Pratty,
Time has passed, the pain remains, memories burned into our minds that we will never forget. We go out every day to fight the good fight, the fight that keeps people safe from the terror that cowards want to inflict upon their victims. We fight that fight in honor of your sacrifice. You will always be in our hearts and on our minds. The dirty 30's fight that good fight in your honor.
God Bless,
NE 30 C

Omaha Police

March 13, 2006

I have read the ODMP tribute to you. I have spent the last hour or so reading all the information on your website. Thank God that you were allowed to be on this earth and touch so many lives. I know I would have liked you, if I had gotten the chance to meet you. Rest in peace, Sir. For your family, friends and fellow officers.... you are in our thoughts and prayers.

AZ Narc

February 17, 2006

You are thought about, remembered and missed everyday. Even by officers like me who never had the opportunity to meet you. I wish I could have. I see your picture everyday in rollcall and think about you and your family. Keep watching over us from above. You are a true hero, never forgotten, always missed.

Omaha Police Officer
Omaha Police Department

February 11, 2006