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Patrolman James Andres Archuleta

New Mexico State Police, New Mexico

End of Watch Sunday, June 4, 2006

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Reflections for Patrolman James Andres Archuleta

Happy Easter Daddy! I hope your Easter in Heaven is good and you're not alone. I hope you have fun today! I am taking a green easter egg that I wrote 911 on to your cross. Oh yeah! and a big blue cross too! I love you and I try my best at school! Love Jesse-James


Happy Easter James! We all love and miss you and know you're watching the kiddos! You are and always will be a part of our everyday living! We all smile when we think of you. Jesse-James is the spitting image of you, there's no mistaking him! Lt. Eric gave him his first official tour of your working spot/office. He was so excited. Eric was impressed with his knowledge and curiosity! Watch over him James, he is destined for greatness!!!! Love, Veronica

veronica & Jesse-James
Fiancee & son

April 8, 2012

James,

You are still in my thoughts and prayers all the time. You are such an amazing person and i am blessed to have gotten the chance to know you, and call you part of the family. I will never forget the memories of you. Especially when you proposed to Veronica in Vail and i got to be there for that special moment. Jesse James and Veronica are very special to me and you are too. Keep watching over our family and take care!
Love,

Brooke
Cousin

March 8, 2012

Hi James! I've been here however things werent saved when the relflections were left. We miss you and Jesse-James knows you cant come down from heaven to be with him, but he still wishes that Jesus would grant him his wish. He knows you watch him all the time though. He is doing so good in school. He is so proud with his awards and other activities. Christmas was fun with all the friends and family. We have your special ornaments up and special lights for you. Our hito is 7 years old and a little spit fire. Just like you and I! NOT surprising is it. Grandma Amelia always remembers him when we visit her at the nursing home. He is really good with his BB gun and Cross Bow. We enjoy getting out there and practicing. He knows what an awsome shot you were and I tell him practice made you perfect with your weapons. He is so proud, he just misses you alot. We all do. But you know you're always in heart and you go with me everywhere. I always see things or do stuff and tell myself, " James would think this was cool, or James would do this, or laugh at that!" You are with me James, and I know you don't want me to take one single day for granted. So I live, and I make sure that happiness is in our home. We still have so many loving family and friends to be greatful for. Jesse-James is such a happy fun loving little guy. I know you're proud! I am! It's almost time to feel the wind and speed once again. I know you ride with me, you guide my sight and keep me safe on my rides. NO ROAD GREMLINS FOR ME!!! Ha Ha Ha!!!! I can see your smiling face & hear your special laugh, I miss and love you James......always will.

Veronica & Jesse-James(Our lil' Man)

Veronica & Jesse-James
Fiance & son

January 29, 2012

What's up James? It's been a while since I've been on here. I just want to wish u a belated happy birthday. I forgot about your birthday but u popped in my mind 2 weeks ago and now now I have the chance to get on the computer to wish u a happy birthday.I miss your ass very much. We will one day meet up again. Joey

PO J Terrasi
USMC/NYPD

September 28, 2011

9/10/1978 - 6/4/2006

Dear James,

Happy 33rd birthday, in your heavenly home. Five years have passed since you left us, you are greatly missed by all your family and especially your children. We miss you dearly. You are in our hearts and thoughts always. Family gatherings are not the same without you. Our memories of you will never die, you are always close in spirit. Rest in peace, TE AMO!
Love, Grandma Irene

Grandmother
From: Grandma Irene

September 11, 2011

What's up James? How are u? Just want to say happy anniversay in heaven. I miss u buddy. Everyone is doing ok at my end as u can see from up there. My papa was in the hospital back in Nov. and then Jan. for his surgery. I've been busy at work with all the savages committing crimes but they keep me employed. I think about you frequently brother. I look at your ugly mug hanging there on the wall in my man cave and think about the good times we had in the Corps. I miss u dearly James. Guide us from above especially your kids, Veronica, parents etc....
Take care
Love ya Joey

PO J. Terrasi
USMC/NYPD

June 4, 2011

Hello Son,

I was so glad to have a few hours with your hito a few weeks ago. He's so much fun to be around, just like you always were. I miss you my little buddy!
As you know a fellow Officer was taken from us here in Colorado last night. He was 27 just like you were when you had to leave us. I will do my best to honor him in your memory my son. Take care and we'll visit soon.
DAD

DAD
V.P. Colorado C.O.P.S

March 10, 2011

"I Can't Love You Back"


I can love you in the morning
I can love you all day
I can love you even more when I get home
I can love you every second
to the ends of the earth
Where needing you's the only thing that's on
my broken one track mind

I love you crazy
It comes so easy, after all we had
I could love you with all my heart
But the hardest part is
I just can't love you back

I could write a thousand letters
Call a hundred times a day
I could go down to the church
get on my knees and pray
But it won't change the way things really are
Won't bring you back again

James, I love you crazy
It comes so easy, after all that we had
I could love you with all my heart
But the hardest part is
I just can't love you back

I can love you for all I'm worth
To the ends of the earth
But I just can't love you back......

I love you and will always miss you James! I take you with me wherever I go!

Veronica

Veronica
Fiancee

February 23, 2011

Happy Valentines Day James!!!!!!

Just having our special little man makes all the difference in the world! He knows how much he is loved and you know how much you are loved and missed also. Not only today, but everyday! I know I'm lucky to have loved and lost, than to never have loved at all. Such a true saying. So many people take so much for granted. I know that no matter how much time goes by, no matter the holiday, or the time of year, you are always in our hearts! You will remain forever young with all your spirit, and good natured laughter. I just have to think of you and I remember your smiling face, the sound of your laugh, even the sound of your breathing when you slept. Jesse-James has the same peaceful look on his face when he sleeps. I remember your laughter when you'd play with Jesse-James and joke with all the kids. Memories ARE the treasures we keep with us when someone we love leaves us. Therefore, as I've said before, You will live forever. Our son is doing exceptionally well in school, and he knows you're watching us always and that you're proud of him too! Happy LOVE Day James! I'll always put my trust in LOVE!!!!!!

Veronica & Your "lil Man" Jesse-James

Veronica & Jesse-James
Fiancee & Son

February 13, 2011

Brother,

Hey boy I just wanted to drop in and let you know I miss you.. You would be such a proud father to see Jesse- James these days. Recently I had the honor to accompany our Governor to Jesse-James school. She read a book with them and answered all kinds of questions. I have to say your boy is just like you. He was so eager and happy with a smile that shined so bright. I could not believe how smart that boy is, and who would of though he wanted to go to science school. Ill tell you something every time I see him I see you. You would be so proud of Vern she is doing an awsome job raising your son making sure he knows just how awsome you are and reasuring him how much you loved him. Watch over all of us and lead the way my brother. Just the other day my pops and I were talking about how you would drive up on your bike looking like such a biker, who would of though you were NMSP through and through. I love you man and I truly miss you. Never forget cus god knows we will never forget you. You are truly missed....

With Love Jmad

Agent Janice Madrid
NMSP

February 4, 2011

Happy Belated Birthday Marine!!!! I know it was yesterday, but I wasn't able to leave a reflection until today. Jesse- James said he wanted to put on his Marine Corps uniform so he and I could go to the Marine Ball. He is so precious! Happy Veterans Day James! We took flags to your descanso and went to the Veteran Memorial wall so Jesse-James could see your name again. He thought Grandma Irene was going to be meeting us there but I had to explain that she goes with us to the wall at the State Police Academy. He smiled and waved his flag when we found your name. I heard from all your Marine buddies yesterday for the Birthday. I know they all miss you dearly too. We ran into Victor Villa one day in Santa Fe and he too recognized Jesse-James as soon as we entered the restaurant. He knelt down and shook Jesse-James hand and told him how much he looked like you and how proud he should be that you are his Dad. He asked him if he knew that his daddy was a good man. Jesse-James just smiled and said "I know." Joleen still talks about you and the things she and Alexis did with me when you were in Iraq. She laughs at the pictures of them on the camels at the circus and Christmas pictures. She is so beautiful too! She still keeps your picture collage on her bedroom wall. Jesse-James wears your picture proudly on his chest for any event pertaining to you. You served the USA proudly and your son will always know this. We miss and love you James. We always look at your special star!

" A warrior fights not because of what's in front of him, but because of what's behind him: His love of God, country, family, & friends!"

You are and forever will remain a world class Hero in our eyes James and those of all who loved you, and love you still! Hats off to you Devil Dog!!!!! Shake the pillars of Heaven!

Love
Veronica & Jesse-James

Veronica & Jesse-James
Fiance & son

November 11, 2010

Happy Birthday Devil Dog. Thinking of you today. I am sure you and RJ are sharring a canteen cup of grog today. I miss you buddy.

Semper Fi Marine

Hal L. Simpson
Fellow Marine and buddy

November 10, 2010

What's up James? It's been a while. I just want to wish u a happy birthday. I miss your ass. I've seen a couple of pictures of Jesse that Veronica has sent me and I think I am right. Your son passed u in height,lol. He's gotten big. But anyway gonna go. I have to be at work tomorrow at 0340. I'll be down in the city for the 9/11 Memorial. Happy Birthday again.
Later Joey :)

POTERRASI
NYPD/USMC

September 10, 2010

Hello James!!

I think of you often but today you were really on my mind. It's been four years and it just seems like yesterday you were here making us laugh. I see your Hito and how he has grown. He is soo smart! Veronica is doing a great job raising him. I know she teaches him the values, morals and principles you both shared. He will be a man of honor just like you. James, not a single day goes by that your not mentioned in conversation. whether in a memory, or just how you are missed you are always with us all. I understand how many people still hurt and miss you. But it is hard to understand why some can be so full of spite. There are many things that are out of our control. Like losing you. But we still have the control and choice to make peace and not lose what is good and most valued. But it is sad how many do not realize what true value and honor really is. We all love and miss you greatly. I leave with this...It is better to have loved and lost than to never have loved at all. I wonder who knows what true love is? I know you did and got to share it:)

ss
cousin

August 30, 2010

Hi James,

I still think of you all the time but even more so now with our Hito growing up so fast. He misses you so much too. He wishes you would come back to us. He knows how much you loved him and I still tell him all the little things you did with him and how you'd cuddle and rough him up. He just laughs and asks more questions about you and your time with us. He knows you would have been his T-ball coach too. I bet he had you laughing as hard as me when he was out on the field. I've so many things planned for the rest of the summer, boy we'll be busy! He keeps me going. I will always make sure Jesse-James never forgets who and where he came from. He is the BEST of both you and I! Continue to wink at at us through the stars! We love and miss you James!

Veronica & "your lil' buddy" Jesse-James

Veonica & Jesse-James
Fiance & Son

July 6, 2010

Wassup James? It's been a while since I was on this. Geez already 4 yrs has past. I miss you little buddy. Well I've seen picture text that Veronica sent of your little boy, Jesse James. He has gotten big. He might even pass your height from the way it looks,lol. There were some photos I found at my parents place and there u were flexing as usual showing your tats. Everyone here are doin ok which u probably see from up there. Well James gonna go and clean up the kitchen and relax. I have to be at work tomorrow at 07. See ya Jarhead.

PO J. Terrasi
USMC/NYPD

June 5, 2010

Hey, bro! I would say long time, no talk, but that wouldn't be true. I talk to you all the time and especially when I'm on the bike! I just want to say that you are so dearly missed. I would say today really hurts, but everyday hurts without you being here in person. Your "Lil' Buddy" is doing great! Growing up so fast, but he is so very much loved! You keep watching over us, bro! I love you!

Crystal
Sister-in-law

June 4, 2010

Dear james,
You know how my heart loves music and I found a song that stays in my heart because of you. Four years have gone by since you left us, but my heart will always be strong with love for you. Our son is just like you and I. You and I r both proud of him. Here's our song James, I love you.

Last night I had a crazy dream . A wish was granted just for me, it could be for anything. I didn't ask for money, or a mansion in malibu, I simply wished for one more day with you. One more day, one more time,one more sunset maybe I'd be satisfied. But then again, I know what it would do, leave me wishing still for one more day with you.

First thing I'd do was pray for time to crawl. I'd unplug the telephone, and keep the TV off. I'd hold you every second, and say a million "I love U's". That's what I'd do with one more day with you.

I know u r always with us. I still feel you!!

Veronica and Jesse-James your "lil man"

Veronica and Jesse-James
Fiance and son

June 3, 2010

Hiya James. I'm not sure why I chose the reflection wall today as you are in my prayers daily anyway but glad to be back. I am putting addresses together for graduation announcements and as I was writing down Veronica's and Jesse James, it just didn't feel right. Not complete. I know it will be four years, but time just eases the pain,
we still miss you no matter how long. Anyway, I know how much Brooke loved you and how much she would want you to
be there. So, this is your personal invite to join us.
You and my Dad watch over and join in the celebration of
her graduation, her new beginning of the next steps in her life. We are very proud of her. Just as we were of you!
God Bless

Julie
Cousin

March 31, 2010

Good morning James. It's about 4:30 a.m. and I'm here watching the moons' glow on the slightly snow covered mountains. The trees that nestle themselves high on top look so small from here. The mountains seem to take on a slight glow all by themselves. The wind is still and there is a chill in the air. The sky is so clear you can just about count all the stars. I like to believe you're winking back at us. All that seems to matter & exist in this moment, is the beauty of the sight before me and the peacefulness I feel inside while I think of you. I'm so at peace right now, I can't help but have a smile on my face. Thoughts of you do this to me. I remember the times you and I would sit on the tailgate of my Chevy pick-up in El Rito and just look up into the star filled sky. I always knew they were there, but you made me aware of the true beauty of it all. You told me one day we'd have a beautiful home out under the stars. That we'd always be able to admire the stars together. We made that dream come true, indeed we did. My heart sinks to think of all the beauty around me and you not here to see it with me. I know you have a much more glorious view, but I know how you loved to be up there in those mountains just taking a drive, or going hunting. In the quiet moments of the many nights I'm afforded the luxury of these beautiful sights, you're right there in my thoughts. I carry these special moments with me always. That will never change. The simple things in life that time can't erase, and words cant destroy. You taught me to live for happiness. And just because a home was built in one place, does not mean that is where the heart and body MUST remain. But instead, to go where my heart leads me because that is where I'll find my happiness. No matter where I go, James you're always with me. You've a place in my home, my happiness, and always will, right in the middle of my heart! I WIll follow where it leads me. I will look for you in the stars. Bye for now, Love Me,
Veronica

Veronica
Fiance

March 13, 2010

Happy Heart Day James!
Today we spend our time doing things worth while with those we hold dearest to our hearts. I remember all our times out and our special meals & surprises. I miss my best friend and fun loving partner. You will forever remain in my heart. Jesse-James picked out his own outfit to wear and chose his favorite restaurant to eat at. He had a ball at his Valentine party! The girls just love him, ""Your so handsome Jesse-JAmes." He just says "Thanks" and runs to play! No big deal! He is so funny. I think he thinks all the boys are told this. Ha ha! We were at a store and I showed him a mug that talked about "sons" that had some cute animated pictures for kids on it. And he liked it but was so in awe with the large, shiny blue and metallic gold mug next to it. He asked, "What does this say?" I said, " it says "Father" and it talked of how special this man is. He simply smiled and said," Wow, that's BIG! If my Daddy were here, I would get him this one!" I said, "Daddy didn't drink coffee Hito." And he said, "But my Daddy loved Hot Chocolate!" He holds you in the warmest part of his little heart James. He says Valentines Day is for "being nice, sharing, and helping your Mommy, Daddy & Nana." I tell him it is for everyone to celebrate all the people who love you. So he rattles off all the ones he knows love him. He is so precious. He says that Valentines have to be "pink & red". EXCEPT Daddy's. Yours can be blue or green!" He says he thinks you must have a new police car by now in heaven. I say it's got to be true too! We love you James. Happy Heart Day Daddy!

Veronica & "Your little Buddy" Jesse-James

Veronica & Jesse-James
Fiance & son

February 13, 2010

I miss you James. I can still see your smiling face and hear your happy laugh. I miss you.

Veronica

Veronica
Fiancee

February 10, 2010

James, What's up bro? It's been a while since I was on this. I miss you buddy and always will. Nothing new here except work and dealing with the savages on the streets. I can't believe how time flies. We'll eventually meet up again. Miss ya. later

PO Terrasi
NYPD/USMC

January 24, 2010

Hello Son,

I spoke w/ Jessie-James and Veronica this morning. I asked Jessie-James to make me a snowman and send me a picture. He said he couldn't because he was still in his pajamas. LOL. Even as a little man you can see he will have your sense of humor. I know he will also grow up with the same type of respect, honor and dignity you displayed every day of your life.

It was an honor for Your Uncle Matt, Jennifer and myself to be there for his 5th b/day. We almost made him a marksman w/ his nerf rifle! Smiles.

Son we miss you dearly and not a day goes by where you are not in our hearts. Continue to watch over us and keep pushing us to all to be better people. You left behind a very high standard young man! I Love You!

Take care son and I'll visit with you soon.

DAD Donnie

DAD Donnie
V.P. Colorado C.O.P.S

January 22, 2010

Hey Big Brother,
How are you, I miss you soooo much. It's here snowing away, and even though I know we need it; I Hate It! I know it's your favorite time of year though.
Can you believe your babies are already 13 and 5?!?! Damn, brother all the kids are already gettin so big. It seems like they are gonna catch up to you soon (since you'll be young forever).
Anyway, I didn't really have much to say other then I Love You and I Miss You.
I haven't dreamt about you in a while, can you please come visit me?
"Until We Meet Again, You Are Forever In My Heart"

Jess
Sis

January 19, 2010

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