Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek

November 13, 2007

Dear Family of Deputy Reynolds,
I wish that I had been able to meet you in person at Morehead City and talked to you for a while. The memorial was so beautiful and I thank God he let it stop raining long enough for them to have the ceremony. I know that all of those whose name was on the memorial was looking down from Heaven. I am so sorry for the loss of your son,husband,friend, Whatever Jeremy was to all of you. He was such a handsome young man and by his picture, you can see the love he had for others in his eyes.
I wish I could tell you that time takes away the hurt,but I can't. I can tell you that there will be days that you will remember the fun you had together and be able to laugh again. But the laughter and tears will mix together. It has been 3yrs and 7 months since Jeff was taken from us, and I can still hear his voice and see his smile as if he were here. I will never understand why these young men and women are taken from us. Only God and all His wisdom knew what He was doing. I know He see's so much futher down the road than we do. And like Jeff, I know that Jeremy could not have taken being left in a state of not being able to do their jobs. They were dedicated to what they were doing, and that was trying to protect the rest of us.
Family, if there was just some way I could take your pain away, I would. But please know how very much I care for you and that you will always be in my prayers.
Deputy Reynolds, I want to thank you and salute you for being the HERO that you are. To let you know that you will never be forgotten as our Hero's live forever in our heart's and memories. Thank you Sir, for your service to Fayette Co. Sheriff's Dept. and to the state of Tn., and your Country. I know that all of you Hero's now patrol God's golden streets. But we will meet some day and have a great reunion. Until then Jeremy, keep watch over your loved ones you left behind and your Brother's and Sister's in Blue.
Family,please know that I am here for you if you just need someone to talk to, someone to listen or a shoulder to cry on. And yes, I will be crying with you. By the way, Jeff went to High School in Tulahoma,Tn. and was a Big Tenn. Fan. I have never given my phone number out on the ODM page. But it's easy to get through information. So pleae know that I am here for you. May God grant you the peace that passes all understanding. And always remember that Jeremy is safe at home with the Lord.
May God Bless, With love and prayers, Carolyn Moore

Carolyn Moore
Mother-in-law of Jeffery T Hewitt EOW 04-04-04

November 7, 2007

Honey,

I think this has been the longest year in my life. I love you and miss you so much, not a day goes by that I dont talk to you and look for guidence with mine and Jarreds life. I just back from DC and NC where there were dedications in your honor and for other fallen officers as well. You would have been very proud it was a beatuiful dedication. The guys in Oakland and Fayette County really miss you and you are thought of every day by them all. Honey, I have so much to say but no words can express what you truly ment to me and Jarred and your parents. We have all lost the most important person in our lives, and we are all stil struggling to come to terms with your death, and I dont think I ever will, remember I will always love you more than life itself, and know that one day we will be together again, I pray for that every day. Please continute to watch over your parents,Our Families, and Me and Jarred, beacuse with out you none of would be the people that we are today. You would be proud of Jarred, he has grown so much, and he played football this year like you and him had talked about and he said that he played for you, because thats what he had promised you he would do. I know that you are with god now and doing his work, just always remember that we all need your help still and we all look to you each day to help us through your loss, our lives will never be the same until we are together again. I love you and miss you each and every day.

I love you
Jackie

Jackie Reynolds
Spouse

November 6, 2007

This has been the shortest and longest year of our life. It seems like yesterday that we got that phone call. You are the most precious person in our life and that will never change. We pray that you are happy in your new home. We want to thank everyone for the reflection that they have left here. We hope that one day we can read them and smile and our eyes are not full of tears. We pray for all of the men and women who are protecting our country and for their safety to return home.
Just know Jeremy, that you are the love of our life.We pray that we will be together one day soon. Your work on earth is done. Hugs and kisses.
Love Mom and Dad

Victor & Patsy Reynolds

October 21, 2007

Hey buddy,
Its been a year since you left us. It seems like yesterday that you were still living on Mill Creek Road and complaining about your septic system. I've never laughed so hard listening to you tell those sewer stories. I came by your house the last time I was in Tennessee and talked to Jackie and Jarred for a little while. I know its still hard for them especially during this time of the year. Just keep looking over us and we'll keep you close as always.

Kevin B. Kelley
Former Sergeant

October 20, 2007

Deputy Sheriff Reynolds,
Today is the one year anniversary of your EOW. I can see through reflections left for you that you were more than an outstanding officer of the law. You were a loving husband, father, son and friend. May your loved ones left here on earth continue to carry on bravely through wonderful memories of you. You are a hero, sir.

Pennsylvania citizen

October 20, 2007

Today is the first anniversary of your death and so we pause and say a little prayer for your friends and family and say you are not forgotten
Rest in peace Sir
Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Deborah Roelandts (911 retired)
Oconomowoc Wisconsin

Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Town of Oconomowoc

October 20, 2007

Son,
This has been the shortest and longest year of our life. It seems like yesterday that we got that phone call. You are the most precious person in our lives and that will never change. We hope you are happy in your new home. We want to thank everyone who has left a reflection on this page. It means so much to us and one day we hope to read them with a smile and not with tears in our eyes. May God be with each and everyone of you. Our prayers are with all of the men and women who are protecting our county that they will come home safe.
Mom and Dad
Victor and Patsy

Mom and Dad

October 20, 2007

Dear precious cousin. It has been a year tomorrow, and I am still finding it so hard to believe that you have really left us. I still wait for my phone to ring and hear your voice say that you are in Raleigh and want to stop by and see us, or my cell ring and hear you say you will meet me where ever I am. The love I have always had for you is still there and one day we will meet again and I will see that wonderful smile of yours. I wish we had more time together.
In my heart forever,
your cousin,
Lisa

cousin

October 19, 2007

JUST A COP "

Did you know a Police Officer died last night?
Just another Cop who gave his life
Another story to fill the news
Another funeral with a sea of blue

We know that he did not want to leave
Now his brothers, sisters & family grieve
They'll lay to rest their brother with tears
A pain that will last for the rest of their years

And others will come to honor this Cop
Who in spite of the risks, would never stop
“To Serve & Protect” were just not words written as art
It was part of his soul, his body, his heart

The real pain that’s felt by those left behind
Comes from the fact many people don’t mind
That this hero was killed fighting for us
“He’s just a cop, it’s his job, why all the fuss?”

He was there when you needed, there when you called
Never asked you for praise or to thank him at all
So he’s just a cop, risking his life
Catches a bullet or gets stuck with a knife

To those who say that it’s just a cop’s life
Did you ever stop to think, did he have a wife?
Or maybe a boy and a little girl too
Waiting for Dad who promised a trip to the Zoo

They watched out the door, with smiles and cheer
Waiting for daddy who soon should be there
But instead of his smile, come three somber cops
As they walk towards the house time suddenly stops

He won’t be coming home to them anymore
Still they stand and stare out the front door
Saying My Dad was a cop…but why did he have to die?
He was kind, he was funny, just a really nice guy

No it wasn’t just a cop who was killed last night
A part of us all died when they shut down his light
When it happens again, we all know that it will
Take a second to think, for a moment be still

If not for that cop, where would we be
Afraid of our shadow, not one of us free
Was the guy who just died special or not?
Yeah he sure was, …Just a Husband, a Father, a Hero, a COP

The funeral line was long,
There's an awful lot of cars,
Folks came out of the restaurants,
They came out of the bars.
The workers at the construction sites
All let their hammers drop.
Someone asked. "What is this all for?"
And they said, "Aw, just a cop."

Some chuckled at the passing cars.
Some shed a silent tear
Some people said, "It's stupid,"
"all these dumb policemen here."
"How come they are not out fighting crime?"
"Or in a doughnut shop?"
Sure is a lot of trouble,
For someone who's just a cop."

They blocked the intersections,
They blocked the interstate.
People yelled and cursed,
"Damn, it's gonna make me late!"
"This is really ridiculous!"
"They're makin' us all stop!"
"It seems they are sure wastin' time,
On someone who's just a cop."

Into the cemetery now,
The slow procession comes,
The woeful Taps are slowly played.
There's loud salutes from guns.
The graveyard workers shake their heads
"This service is a flop."
"There's lots of good words wasted,
On someone who's just a cop"

Yeah, just a cop to most folks.
Did his duty every day.
Trying to protect us,
Till they took his life away.
And when he got to heaven,
St. Peter put him at the top.
An angel asked him,
"Who was that?"
And he said, "Aw, just a cop."
"unknown"

God bless your wife and family.

a leo's wife

2007-08-17

Leo Wife

August 18, 2007

I can still see you walking in my front door with a big smile on your face and a "how we doing?" for everyone. My mother thought you walked on water, but knew you really couldn't have missed on this score because you were raised right. I'm grateful she left us before you did because I just don't think she would have been able to bear it.

I won't ever forget during a hurricane your parents "evacuated" and so did we, leaving you to hold down two forts. You kept the freezers going running back and forth between houses sharing your generator. Because there was no cable, you retrieved one of our DVD players and a selection of DVDs and entertained yourself until the power came back on and the all clear was sounded.

We will always remember you as a good man, not only because you were good to us, but because you were just good, period...good to your family, good to your parents, good to your friends and neighbors, good to your fellow officers and deputies and good to all those people who never had the pleasure of knowing you, but who you served every day in North Carolina and Tennessee.

I don't want to think of you as gone, but rather just out of our sight for now. If we live right, we will see you again.

Susan, Jerry and Darby

Susan McIntyre
neighbor and friend

June 7, 2007

I had the privilege of riding a bicycle 250 miles from Portsmouth, VA to the Law Enforcement Memorial, in Washington D.C., as a participant in the Police Unity Tour. I rode in honor of Deputy Reynolds and wore a memory bracelet during the ride and Candlelight Vigil Sunday evening. I would like to send this bracelet to the family with my regards. Thank you for any assistance.

Sergeant Stephen Vaughn
Tallahassee (FL) Police Department

June 1, 2007

Jeremy,
We just got back from the National Police Week in DC. Ray Garcia was with us and everything went pretty smooth. We saw your name engraved on the wall at National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. Jackie and Jarred laid a wreath at the wall and represented the family at the Memorial Service at the capitol. We got to meet the President and have our picture taken with him. We missed you, but felt you were there with us. Thank you and all the fallen officers for watching over the families this week. We love you!

Uncle Benny

May 17, 2007

Rest In Peace Deputy Reynolds! I will pray for your loved ones.


Melissa G. Ayers
Cheyenne, Wyoming

Melissa G. Ayers
None

May 11, 2007

This weekend I will be riding a bike to Washington DC to honor those who have given there lives in the line of duty. As I ride I will think of you and your family. You are my inspiration and motivation. Though we never met we will always be brothers. God Bless
Richard Huttenbrauck

Detective Richard Huttenbrauck
Brother

May 9, 2007

A Letter From Heaven"
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from Heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through
God picked me up and hugged me and he said,'I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.
I need you here badly, you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.'
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the days chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....In the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years.
Because you are only human they are bound to bring tears.
But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
If I were to tell you, you would not understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you, and many hills to climb;
But together we can do it by taking one step at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you to;
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night...."My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented...that my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low:
Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go...from that body to be free.
Remember you're not going...you're coming here to me.
I will always be with you!

Friend

April 20, 2007

Our Hero Of Blue


Our hero of blue has fallen
A time of peace is calling
For you to go with God above
He'll give you wings of blue with love
To send a message for everyone
To remember a life and what was done
A dream fulfilled of our angel of blue
We honor you for the job you swore to do
A promise was kept from a hero like you
You put your life on the line each day
To protect and serve in everyway
And to give you thanks we will do our part
To share your message and to keep you in our heart

This is dedicated to all Police Officers and Families
Wriiten by Theresa Andrezywski

We will never forget you! You are loved and missed!

Friend

March 14, 2007

Jeremy,
Wow, time has sure flown by. It is so hard to believe that you are actually gone. I think about your family quite often and pray that they are doing well.
You are missed. Although I didnt get to see you too much, the couple of times I saw you and the guys was always fun. Please protect them and look out for them.

Missing you from North Carolina

Kerrie

February 7, 2007

Jeremy-
You will never be forgotten. You were one of a kind. Your smile and sweet spirit will live with us forever. I always looked forward to your visits and the many times we dicussed our problems. You were just like one of our own and the loss is tremendous. Tim (our son) felt like you were his brother. Nothing the two of you couldn't work out. You were always there for each other. Never any condemnation, no matter what.
Your time on earth was short but you accomplished much. Your reputation and love for all folks will be forever remembered. Soon we will all be where you are and I look forward to the time we will see each other again. That's the hope we have by believing in Jesus Christ. You not only believed but you lived the life. Rest in peace until we meet again
Love- Laura Newman

Laura Newman
Like a Son

January 25, 2007

Jackie,
I found this poem and I thought of you and Jeremy's family when I read it. I hope all is as well as expected. If you need us we're here!!

If Tomorrow Starts Without Me

If tomorrow starts without me
And I'm not there to see,
If the sun should rise and find your eyes
all filled with tears for me.

I wish so much you wouldn't cry
the way you did today,
While thinking of the many things
We didn't get to say.

I know how much you love me
As much as I love you,
And each time that you think of me
I know you'll miss me too.

But when tomorrow starts without me
Please try to understand,
that an angel came and called my name
And took me by the hand.

And said my place was ready
In heaven far above,
And that I'd have to leave behind
all those I dearly love.

But as I turned to walk away
A tear fell from my eye,
For all my life, I'd always thought
I didn't want to die.

I had so much to live for
So much left yet to do,
it seemed almost impossible
that I was leaving you.

I thought of all the yesterdays
The good ones and the bad,
I thought of all that we shared
And all the fun we had.

If I could relive yesterday
Just even for a while,
I'd say good-bye and kiss you
and maybe see you smile.

But then I fully realized
That this could never be,
For emptiness and memories
would take the place of me.

And when I thought of worldly things
I might miss some tomorrow,
I thought of you, and when I did
My heart was filled with sorrow.

But when I walked through heaven's gates
I felt so much at home,
When God looked down and smiled at me
From His great golden throne.

He said, "This is eternity,
And all I've promised you."
Today your life on earth is past,
but here life starts anew.

I promise no tomorrow
But today will always last,
and since each day is the same way
There's no longing for the past.

So when tomorrow starts without me
don't think we're far apart,
For every time you think of me
I'm right here, in your heart.

Lt. Kevin B. Kelley
Carteret Co. Sheriff's Office Beaufort, NC.

January 17, 2007

--"If you find it in your heart to care for somebody else, you will have succeeded." -- Maya Angelou

Aloha Deputy Sheriff Jeremy Victor Reynolds,
Thank you for your service and dedication to your community and your country. You and all officers that continue to lay your lives on the line and pay the ultimate sacrifice to keep our communities and country safe, will NEVER be forgotten.

I personally pledge, (after one of Hawaii's own, Honolulu Police Officer Steve Favela, lost his life in the line of duty protecting our Commander in Chief, President George W. Bush), to become a continuum of the ODMP light. That light is in the form of an ODMP tribute. People from all walks of life, regardless of age, race, religion, profession, education, and geographical location can share here. That "LIGHT" comes from within the heart and soul of every person who cares to share a word or two on behalf of each and every fallen officer. Every fallen officer is an hero. The ODMP; Officer Down Memorial Page gives us a place to come together and share our feelings as one family. May we find comfort as we give comfort to the families who have lost a loved one.

As we say in Hawaii, “We are`Ohana.” We are family. God Bless this fallen hero. May we embrace him as one of our own family member; our `Ohana. No one will ever be able to replace you for you were unique and very special. No one; not in this lifetime. May God allow you to rest in His Divine peace.

Deputy Sheriff Jeremy Victor Reynolds, I wish you, your loved ones, your fellow officers, and friends, peace and love beyond all understanding.
Me Ke Aloha Pumehana. (With warm and sincere Aloha).

THE PEACE OF " I "
KA MALUHIA O KA "I"

Peace be with you, All My Peace,
O ka Maluhia no me oe, Ku'u Maluhia a pau loa,

The Peace that is " I ", the Peace that is "I am".
Ka Maluhia o ka "I", owau no ka Maluhia,

The Peace for always, now and forever and evermore.
Ka Maluhia no na wa a pau, no ke'ia wa a mau a mau loa aku.

My Peace " I " give to you, My Peace " I " leave with you,
Ha'awi aku wau I ku'u Maluhia ia oe, waiho aku wau I ku'u Maluhia me oe,

Not the world's Peace, but, only My Peace,
The Peace of " I ".

A'ole ka Maluhia o ke ao aka, ka'u Maluhia wale no,
Ka Maluhia o ka "I".

Moana V.C. Molale (Private Citizen)
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii

January 9, 2007

Jeremy:

I only found out about your terrible accident this morning...I am so shocked. My first reaction, was, I need to tell Kirk-----he is still by my right side, you know. But of course, now you guys are laughing together up in heaven....
My heart is so heavy for your precious mom and dad, and the wife and child that I never got to meet when I moved from NC. As you know, our precious Lord will take care of all of them, as He has truly taken care of me and Seth. Rest in peace dear Jeremy...you truly were always a ray of sunshine whenever Kirk or I would see you.

Annette Jurado (DePriter) Astuto
friend

January 5, 2007

you will not be forgotten

wife of jackson county deputy

January 4, 2007

Hey buddy,
I haven't written on here since you passed. It's taken me some time to come to grips with all thats happened. Man, was that a long drive for me and J.R. to Tennessee. We talked about the calls we had been on with you and the parties. I still can't believe your gone. I know you were proud and in awe looking down at your services. The sea of blue was awesome. Your shift(2nd)included us in everything while we were there. It was an honor for us to stand beside and with them in rememberance of you. Sgt. Vance and Jackie did you proud and I know it took alot on their behalf with everything going on. I even got to meet your Uncle Bennie. It's still hard for us all, especially here at the holidays. We miss you and know your still here in spirit. We'll keep Jackie, Jarred, and your mom and dad in our hearts and prayers. Keep a watch out over us and ride when you can.

Sgt. Kevin B. Kelley
Carteret Co. Sheriff's Office Beaufort, NC.

December 14, 2006

Jeremy,
There is just something about this time of year that really makes me miss people. Thanksgiving day we went to the cemetry to visit a friends grave. We walked over to yours. I couldn't help but smile thinking that you finally had a holiday off. Enjoy the rest brother and keep us all safe. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Please watch over us. We miss you.

A friend

November 28, 2006