Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Police Officer Roy Lundell Nelson, Jr.

New Smyrna Beach Police Department, Florida

End of Watch Saturday, August 13, 2005

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Reflections for Police Officer Roy Lundell Nelson, Jr.

God Bless you Roy, I think about you every day.

Sergeant J Kosorok
NSBPD

August 13, 2011

My heart and prayers are with Mrs. Nelson and the children of this hero. May God be with you as you face another EOW. Officer Nelson, we will never forget the sacrifice you made for all of us, continue to rest in peace sir. HEROES live forever, and you sir are a hero....

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

Deb

August 13, 2011

Roy,

For some moments in life, there are no words..........though, I will keep trying. God bless you and your family.

Sergeant Shane Riggle
NSBPD

August 13, 2011

Roy,

Sabrina is so much like you. She went to school with my neice at Read Patillo, they were friends. It is amazing how you have managed to touch her life from so far away. It truly shows you are with us. You are missed very much. I share your story with each recruit and allow them to familirize themselves with the senseless tragedies that unfortunately comes with the job. Until we meet again someday!

NEVER FORGET!!

Patrol Officer J. Fike
NSBPD

August 12, 2011

I can't believe it's been six years, Roy... keep looking out for us, brother.

ck
NSBPD

August 12, 2011

Roy,
I will never forget working with you. I remember fondly your sense of humor and how much you loved your family. I miss dispatching you on calls. It was an honor to work with you and Caesar. You will always be remebered .My prayers are always with your family.

Yvette Lara
former RCC Dispatcher

Yvette Lara
Former Rcc Dispatcher

September 24, 2010

On the 5th anniversary of Officer Nelson's (and Caesar's) death, we honored his service in our patrol briefing by reading his entry from ODMP. Each day, we honor one fallen officer on the anniversary of their death so as to keep them in our thoughts, and also to remind us of the dangers inherent in our job. Officer Nelson and Caesar are not forgotten.

Sergeant Zach Perron
Palo Alto (CA) Police Department

August 14, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 5th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

I pray for solace for those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

August 13, 2010

Wow. 5 years have passed and it still seems like yesterday. Miss you, buddy! God bless. Keep watching over us.

Ofc. Mike Delahanty
New Smyrna Beach Police Department

August 13, 2010

Roy

I can not believe its been five years already. Some of us have moved on, some of us are still there. The one thing that remains the same is the thoughts and prayers for you and your family. Rest in peace my brother until we meet again.....

Former NSBPD Officer
NSBPD

August 13, 2010

I cannot believe it has been 5 years already when you left us that awful night. There are so many times when I want to call you on your cell phone and then it comes to me that you aren't here to help me as you always did. You made me smile when I was sad and laugh when I was upset, for this I am saddened that I no longer have my friend there to help me. I sometimes forget you in my prayers and it haunts me through out the day. I miss you and I know you both are in a better place but, being selfish, I would much rather you were here to talk to. I love you Roy Nelson and Caesar too. Till we meet again, Cathy

Cathy McNa ex-911 dispatcher
Friend and co-worker

August 13, 2010

Roy and Ceaser it has been five years now and I still remember this day as if it was yesterday.You'll never be forgotten and your law enforcement family will always keep your family in their thoughts and prayers.

Dispatcher Warren Gibson
Groton Mass PD/Former RCC Employee

August 13, 2010

Another year goes by.....5 years now. We don't realize how fast time goes by until you actually stop and think about it. 5 years is a long time and still you are in our thoughts each and everyday, while at work and at home. These thoughts and memories of you will continue to bring us joy and the sorrow reminder of your sacrifice.

Brother, you will always live on through your Law Enforcement Family and friends.

You are missed and loved.

Pooch
NYSP

August 6, 2010

Roy and Caesar. Just wanted to stop by and say that there is not a time in my life that I do not think of you both. I know we are all here for a reason and have a purpose, and I know what your's and Caesar's was . I just can't believe God took you both. You had so much to give and protect. Till this day, I still don't understand. You took pride in your work and did 100%. I am proud to have known you and worked with you both. I'm in the skies almost every day and I look down and think ....... I know Roy and Caesar are looking down watching over us.

God Bless

Angela Beitia
Former RCC Employee

Angela Beitia
Former RCC employee

November 19, 2009

I will never forget when Roy was sitting outside the Sergeants office one day and made the comment "Wake up and smell the flowers Algernon". His nickname to bust his chops was "Roytard". His sarcastic wit that morning proved that he was anything but "Roytarded". Oh, and did I mention it was funny. He was always funny. However, his nickname for me was kind of "roytarded", it was "Fikimus tree", because I am tall. Not very funny, but makes me giggle thinking about it now.

His little girl has so much of his characteristics, at 6 her facial expressions bring my heart right back to her daddy.

Patrol Officer J. Fike
New Smyrna Beach Police Department

August 14, 2009

Roy,

Although I did not know you personally and you had passed on before my time with the New Smyrna Beach Police, I feel as if I have come to know you through the stories and memories of the fellow officers you served with! What I am certain of is that we too would have become great friends and trusted comrades in arms along the away as well. May you rest in peace in the comfort of "Our Father's" loving arms and my God's Blessings be with your family always!!

Ofc. Mark D. Severance
New Smyrna Beach Police

August 13, 2009

It's hard to believe that it's been 4 years since we lost Roy & K-9 Ceasar. They will be never forgotten...and his lovely family will always be part of "our family". God Bless, brother.

Commander Bill Drossman
New Smyrna Beach

August 13, 2009

We are remembering you today, Roy. It's unbelievable to think the Lord called you home 4 years ago! We think of you and talk about you all the time. We miss you so much.

Nicki & Abe
NSBPD

August 13, 2009

Roy, you will never be forgotten. You are missed every day.

Sergeant J Kosorok
NSBPD

August 13, 2009

Roy,

I can't believe it's been four years... You're still very much a part of everything we do here. Keep watching over us!

FTO Chris Kirk
New Smyrna Beach PD

August 13, 2009

To Officer Roy Lundell Nelson Jr, his family and his fellow officers with the New Smyrna Beach Police Department:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Officer Nelson’s tragic death and we honor him for his valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Officer Nelson and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Memebrs and Staff

August 13, 2009

To Officer Nelson's family may you know that we have not forgotten your loved one. As you face another EOW may you know that there are many prayers with you all today.

God bless you and guide you through this difficult day.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County Sheriff's Office, Lake Butler FL

Anonymous

August 13, 2009

Today is four years since the good lord called you and Cesear home. The two of you have left behind a hole at NSBPD that cannot be filled. Stories are still told by both me and many others of the great nights and few days we shared. Sadly, I can remember the night you left us and the events that followed to a tee.

Tomorrow, along with many others, I will visit your final resting place to remember my brother. You may no longer be here with us in person, however, I know you still ride and are with all of us.

Take care brother, as you are still missed. God bless you, Angie, and the rest of your family.

"Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the sons of God." Matthew 5:3

Ofc. Mike Delahanty
New Smyrna Beach Police Department

August 13, 2009

Tomorrow will mark the passing of a great man and a loyal
K-9 partner.

My Wife and I visited the Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington D.C last December and I found your name. I stood there with her thinking of August 13th 2005, I can clearly remember when you & Cesar were called home. I remember the services held in your honor, talking with your Wife & Family, but most of all, I remember all that you did for the Community and your fellow officers, including me.

You were one of my inspirations to become a K-9 Officer and in January of this year, I finally was able to do it.

Displayed on my patrol and personal car is your memorial sticker that they designed, it is an honor to display that sticker in the memory of You & Cesar.

It is also an honor to stand among you as a fellow K-9 Officer in the Law Enforcement brotherhood.

Tomorrow, My Wife and I will visit the site that you & Cesar were taken home at. Know that you have never been and never will be forgotten.

Although You and Cesar do not walk among us, I know that you both fly along as we patrol the streets of our Cities at night, helping to guide our way and keep us safe!

God Bless to you & your Family, You are always in our thoughts and prayers.

Officer W. Melton & K-9 "Vega"
Holly Hill Police Department

August 12, 2009

Happy 40th Birthday! It's hard to believe it's been this long; thanks for taking care of us and keeping us strong. Things have changed alot,but one thing that never will and that's the giant void only you could fill. If there is one thing I know for sure; with love all can endure. Happy Birthday, babe. Missed, loved and remembered always.

Anonymous

May 29, 2009

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