Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

you are always in my thoughts and i miss you dearly.
i miss you making fun of me AND making me laugh. i remember one day i was sitting watching t.v. with you and you said, "do you want me to brush your hair?"
i was completely shocked but happy at the same time so i said "yes!" then you asked me to go bring you a brush. i did. i came back and i gave it to you. i sat between your legs and...you started brushing my arm! it made me sad but i would rather have those moments with you than without you. i would have them 3 times worse to have you here.
we all miss you.

i love you.

jennifer
niece

May 21, 2006

A Hero Is...
One who never hesitates to tackle the most difficult problems.
One who is always by your side.
One who knows right from wrong.
One who acts with pride.
A HERO touches every one of us,
whether it be word or deed...
Always tending to those who find themselves in need.
When a HERO leaves this earth, yes, it sad but true,
All too many times, the HERO is dressed in blue.

Thinking of you always

May 13, 2006

Hello my friend, I was just thinking of you and I thought I would write you a note to say hello. Every time I hear that song "shake it like a poloroid picture", I always think of you and it puts a smile on my face. It always seems to play at just the right times. But you already knew that. Stay Up Bro!!!

13Z11
LAPD

May 10, 2006

Thinking of you always, our angel....

April 30, 2006

Ricardo....we need you so much, I see your picture and I cant believe this is happening. Will it always feel this way? You are always in my thoughts. I know you are watching over us, you always did and you always will.

April 16, 2006

Hello Lizzy, sitting here thinking about you and asking you to look out for us, and to keep us safe in all we do. I miss you so very much. I wish things were different and we could be driving around and having fun like we used to. Please take care of all of us out there. Rudolf, P will be riding his bike cross country in your honor, I know you will watch over him and get him there safe. I know it seems like I keep asking for a lot, but I know thatif anyone can get it done it's you. Stay Up Bro!!!

13Z11
LAPD

April 8, 2006

Go easy bro, I don;t know you but I know you. As an Old Crusty Gunny once told me, "You hold the key" and boy it sounds like you were one hell of a cop. It would have been an honor to have stood next to you in battle. May our heavenly father keep you safe and at his right hand.

Ranger Captain C

March 27, 2006

Hello my friend, I think of you everyday and think of all the fun times we had. I feel that I have become closer to your family. (Thanks Liz) Today we went on the 2nd annual memorial ride. It rained pretty good, but Im sure you saw the bikers who wouldn't let a little rain and hail stop them from riding in your honor. Take care my friend.

13Z11
LAPD

March 11, 2006

Liz, I still think of you all the time, and the times we worked together at Newton. Everytime someone sais, "Hey Bro" I think of you as they were famous words of yours. Rest in peace my brother in blue, you will always be remembered and missed. You have tought me alot about the simple things in life. and for your sacrifice, i will do my best each day i serve and protect. God bless you and your family. See you on the other side.

Deputy V White
King County Sheriffs Office/Former LAPD Officer Newton/FTHL Div

February 27, 2006

Officer Lizarraga..you - your family - friends & co-workers are in my thoughts & prayers as they remember you on your 2nd anniversary in Heaven..continue to watch over & keep them safe..please watch over your fellow brothers/sisters in blue..YOU ARE GONE..BUT NOT FORGOTTEN..REST IN PEACE & WITH EASE BLUE ANGEL!!!!

girlfriend of a dpd
detroit, mi

February 23, 2006

Officer Lizarraga, you are remembered with gratitude for your service and sacrifice. May you rest in peace in the loving arms of God. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers this week.

Mary Kay Balchunas
Mother of Jay Balchunas, EOW 11/5/04

February 22, 2006

Liz,
Two years have gone by in a flash. When I think about that day, I can picture everything as clearly as yesterday, and the pain is still so sharp. I can't believe it still hurts this much. You brought the class together yesterday. Just like old times, you can always manage to get everyone together. Thanks Liz, we love you and miss you.

Class 09/01
LAPD

February 21, 2006

I still can't believe you're gone, nor that it's been 2 years it's still very painful. I can't seem to get that day out of my mind, the day our lives changed forever. It will never be the same without you. I miss you so much and I wish you were here. My Brother.. My Hero...My Angel..LUV U ALWAYS

February 20, 2006

2 years ago today. Thank you Officer Lizarraga

Policemen
Boston PD, Boston MA

February 20, 2006

It sounds like you were one hell of a cop. Thank you for your dedication to keeping the streets safe in LA. Your family and loved ones will be in my thoughts. Stay close to them and let them know their guardian angel is always there.

Tracie
Friend of Nick Sloan EOW 1/30/04

February 20, 2006

To the family and friends of Officer Ricardo Lizarraga and his fellow officers with the Los Angeles Police Department:

On this the two year anniversary day of Ricardo's tragic death, I extend my sincerest condolences for the grievous loss you suffered when Officer Lizarraga was brutally murdered in the line of duty. His dedication and valor will be forever remembered.

I am so saddened and angered by the death of this young officer who had a whole lifetime ahead of him.

May you be comforted and supported by your law enforcement family, and other police survivors. There are many who share this painful journey with you who will continue to be by your side.

Most especiallly to Officer Lizarraga himself: Your memory remains cherished and revered. Rest in Peace

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Ricardo gave to his community and the citizens of California, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on February 20, 2004.

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

February 20, 2006

Will be thinking of you on your 2nd Anniversary. God Bless and may you rest in peace.

civilian (UK)

February 19, 2006

Lizzy,
I wanted to thank you for the ultimate sacrifice you made. I wish I could have had more time to get to know you better, but I will always remember the pep talk I gave you to stick it out during probation. Sometimes I wonder if I had not talked you into staying that you would still be alive but I know now that you died doing what you love. Also, that you wore the uniform with pride as we all do. Lorraine is still very sad, but she knows you are watching over her. We all miss you.

P3 Cisco
LAPD

February 9, 2006

Officer Lizaraga, you are a true hero and will never be forgotten by those that love you. I know the pain of all the lost tomorrows brought on your family by this senseless act. Keep watch over your loved ones, protect them from harm and ease some of their grief. You will never be forgotten.

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

Bob Gordon

January 25, 2006

Ricardo,
I did not know you, but I worked the 13A93 for many years and felt a connection to you. May you rest in peace brother.

DII Robert Mc.
LAPD

January 19, 2006

You are fallen but not forgotten.

Officer Apodaca
Albuquerque Police Department

January 16, 2006

Hey Liz, I thought about you a lot this holiday season. As the years go by, I know that your memory will never fade from my mind or my heart. I hope you smiled down on your family and on Joyce this Christmas, I know that they were missing you. All of us are missing you. I thank God that we had you in our lives, even if the time seemed too short. No one has ever taught me as much as you did about cherishing your friends and not taking life for granted. Thanks Liz.

Class 09/01
LAPD

January 3, 2006

I miss you so much, you're alway on my mind and now live in my heart. It's still very hard to believe you're not coming back, I miss your smile, your singing and your jokes.

January 2, 2006

I could not believe it then and it is sometimes still hard to accept now. You were one of my best students and such a kind person. You certainly did not deserve such an abrupt end. I still keep your memory close in my heart Thank you for being such an outstanding recruit officer.

Detective D. Hubbard
lapd

December 20, 2005

Liz,
I just learned about this website today. Ironically, as I type this an "officer needs help" call is being broadcast....It's C4, Liz, B/O rover activation only.

I only worked with you once but I always saw you around the station, quiet and strong. I got a chance to know you while we worked together and it was a pleasant surprise to experience your personality and great sense of humor. I'll never forget your "What's your PC?" story....you really could get along with anybody.

I went to your family BBQ this year and had a chance to see the your bedroom. Your family has gone to amazing lengths to memoralize you...but then you know that. It's a an honor for us here at Newton to be so loved and welcomed by your father. He came to the station once and I took him to your memorial...he stays so strong.

Look out for your partner, Liz. His heart is heavy yet he keeps going. They broke up the whole crew just after you left but nothing can take away the Newton family spirit. Rest easy knowing that we'll take care of your family while you look out for us.

Take care, Liz....see ya' on the other side!

Newton PII For Life
LAPD

December 9, 2005