Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

My condolences to the McGrane family. My husband served with BCSD for 22 years and although he did not know Deputy McGrane, we were deeply affected by his tragic death. I am so happy they caught the coward Astorga. Good job to our law enforcement!

Christine

April 4, 2006

Deputy McGrane,
I just read the good news that your murderer was captured. He will now face justice...American justice! Your courage and vigilance are an inspiration. You will not be forgotten, and you will always be remembered as a hero.

Detective Corporal Morgan
Park County Sheriff's Office

April 4, 2006

The 2005 murder that Michael Paul Astorga was wanted for was my cousin. I'm sad that Deputy McGrane Jr. lost his life, and my condolences go out to his coworker's, and his family. Thanks for apprehending the man responsible for his death.

Daniel Chavez (Civilian)

April 4, 2006

my prayers are with the family and the dept,keep you spirits up knowing commonpeople like me,who never knew this fine officer,remembers him in our prayers!
"when a police officer is killed,it's not an agency that loses an officer,it's an entire nation"
james nowacki
westwood nj
"concerns of police survivors

common
concerens of police survivors

April 4, 2006

I am a resident of Las Vegas New Mexico and I would like to say that not only my community but also all the citizens of the state of New Mexico should be very proud to have had you patrolling for one of the great law enforcement agencies in our state. I am sorry that it was for such a brief time, but now you are an angel in blue patrolling heaven and can be at peace and know that your fellow officers who you leave behind will continue to serve as faithfully as you served. I offer my condolences and appreciation for the service Deputy McGrane gave to his community and the citizens of New Mexico and the ultimate sacrifice he and his family made on March 22, 2006. With admiration and great respect thank you and God Bless you for standing behind the badge and giving your life to your city and state to keep citizens like me safe.
May god bless the family of Deputy McGrane and to all officers who place their lives on the line to save others, may God look over you!

Janice Secretary
City of Las Vegas, NM Police Department

April 4, 2006

Thank you for the time you spent protecting us. You are respected by many. We're so glad they caught him. Rest in Peace brave soul.

Dispatch
Roswell PD

April 3, 2006

Our prayers go out to Deputy McGrane's family and friends. We, in law enforcement have lost a part of ourselves with the passing of this dedicated, selfless and courageous man. God Bless

Lieutenant Steve McGilvray
Graham PD Graham, North Carolina

April 3, 2006

Your murderer has been captured and will pay the price of justice, you can rest easy now.

Sgt
Corning PD, NY

April 3, 2006

We got 'um! Now, 251, Rest in Peace.

BCSO Dispatch

April 3, 2006

My Catholic brother in faith, I wish you peace and rest. This city, county, state and nation will be forever grateful for your service. My prayers go up to go and through my beloved sister in faith, Saint Therese, that she and the Lord will watch over your family and grant them the strength to deal with their tremendous loss. Thank you, Officer McGrane, for your dedicated service. You will never be forgotten. Walk in peace with our Lord in Heaven.

In the name of Saint Therese
The Little Flower

April 3, 2006

I read today that they've caught that low life coward Astorga. I hope justice will prevail and he gets to pay fully for his crimes here and as he surely will when he meets his maker.
May you Officer McGrane now rest in peace.

Anne (Civilian UK)

April 3, 2006

JIMMY YOU MAY NOW REST IN PEACE, ASTORGA WAS CAPTURED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

BERNALILLO COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT

April 3, 2006

I saw your story on America's Most Wanted last night......... this brings back alot of terrible memories. on october 14 2004 we lost a beloved friend Brandy Winfield he was also shot and his cruiser pushed into a ravine of off the road. the only difference is the evil person who did this was caught some 39 hours later..

I pray that this murderer is brought to justice and for your family and brothers in blue.. if you haven't already met Bran say hi when you do and let him know we still think of him everyday


citzen marion, ohio

April 2, 2006

To Officer McGrane's wife and parents:
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart sank when I learned about James. It is not fair. He was protecting us all. He did not deserve death. He left a hero and we will always remember him. Know that APD is absolutely heartbroken and we are eager to see his killer brought to justice. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Wife
Albuquerque Police Department

April 2, 2006

"For as many have sinned without the law, shall also "perish" without law, and as many have sinned in the law, shall be "judged" by the law. For not the hearers of the law are just, but the "doers" of the law shall be justified" (Romans 2: 12-13) Be at peace as you stand next to the Lord. My sincere condolensces to the parents and wife of Deputy McGrane.

Deputy Alfonso Gutierrez
Otero County Sheriff's Department

April 2, 2006

I heard your story on AMW and my deepest sympathy goes out to your family and friends. God Bless You.

Officer
Long Beach PD, CA

April 1, 2006

Your time was short, but you heart was true. God needed help, so he sent for you. 10-7 here, 10-8 there brother.

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

K9 Ofc Jordan
Hobbs PD

April 1, 2006

Deputy McGrane, know that the band of brothers that form the thin blueline will never give up on you or in the relentless search for justice, which will be served. We will make you proud, the same way you made us proud. Thank you for making a difference. Godspeed

Deputy Mark R Chrysler
Oneida County Sheriff's Office, NY

April 1, 2006

Rest in peace officer. Your bravery and loyalty serve as in inspiration to all law enforcement in our nation.

Respectfully,

Fellow law enforcement officer
Texas

Texas

April 1, 2006

Thank you for your dedication to law enforcement and for giving your life for the protection of your county. As a former law enforcement officer I believe it is important that men like you are never forgotten.

US Navy

April 1, 2006

Deputy McGrane, our thoughts are with your family, and the loved ones you leave behind. You are an inspiration to us all, each and every day. We call out your name every morning for cadence during PT and will not forget you EVER! we thank you for your service to the community and pray for your brothers and sisters to catch the person responsible. Rest in peace, we will take it from here.

BCSO Cadet Class 25

cadet
Bernalillo County Sheriff's Dept.

April 1, 2006

We always hope that something like this will never happen and we were all so shocked that it did. You will be greatly missed but you will never be forgotten. We will remember how you were always willing to go wherever we sent you (usually with no argument!) You even pulled some of us over a time or two!! The Graveyard shift wont be the same without you. Say hi to Angelic (BSCO #291) for us. Rest in peace #251. You are in our hearts and always in our prayers. Thank you for all you gave to us.

Fran 911 Supervisor
Bernalillo County Communications

April 1, 2006

Deputy McGrane will be missed by all. The killer will be found and Justice will prevail.

Lt. Steven English
ATVI Security

April 1, 2006

Love is stronger than death...may your family be comforted by remembrances of you. Thank you for your bravery and dedication. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal." Irish proverb

Kathleen Roberts

April 1, 2006

Dont worry brother, we are too looking for your killer. We are all saddened by this tragedy. You are our brother, no matter what agency you work for. When we pin this badge on our chest, we are part of the biggest "gang" in the world and our goals are always the same; public peace and safety. You made the ultilmate sacrifice for us and we will all love you and miss you for that. Rest in peace my brother.

And to God: You have a wonderful deputy patrolling your streets now, he will never let you down.

Deputies Wheeler, Moreno and Gonzales
Socorro COunty Sheriff's Department

March 31, 2006