Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

You have served well and will always be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and the Riverside County Sheriff's Department. 10-7 in Heaven. May God bless us all.

Senior Deputy Eric R. Fennell #SD403
Kern County Sheriff's Department

March 24, 2007

Manuel (Manny) was a extraordinary Special Forces Medic, friend, and team player. I had the honor to have served with him in Afghanistan. He was a real hero and we all will miss him dearly. We love you Manny....we'll meet again brother.

MSG (Ret) Marcos Franklin
USA Special Forces

March 24, 2007

thank you for your services.god bless and r.i.p.

deputy
fairfield county s-o lancaster,ohio

March 24, 2007

I want to extend the deepest condolences to the family, fellow deputies and friends of Deputy Manuel Villegas, our prayers and deepest, deepest thoughts. Manny was an exceptional family man, quiet but extremely courageous. I had the pleasure to serve along side Manny from 2002-2005 from the mountains on Afghanistan to the tropics of South America, in order to protect the freedom of the people of United States. Irreplaceable loss, not only Riverside County, but the United States.

SFC DeJesus, R.
US Army Special Forces, 7th SFG(A)

March 24, 2007

You served your country and the citizens of Riverside County with strength and honor. May your family take comfort in knowing that you will not be forgotten, and you made a difference in the short time you served.

Deputy Sheriff
Riverside Co. Sheriff, Lake Elsinore

March 24, 2007

You are a true hero. You will always be remembered. I pray that GOD watches over your precious family. I also pray for the healing not only to your family, but your law enforcement family also. Watch over your fellow Deputies now and give them guidance. Rest in peace...

Officer R Mills
Fort Worth Texas Police Dept

March 23, 2007

I didnt get to meet Manuel. I wish I would have. Although we hadnt met I feel I have lost another brother. My prayers go to your family. Greater love hath no man than he lay down his life for his friends.

Steve

Correctional Deputy
Riverside Sheriff

March 23, 2007

May God bless you and your family. Thank you for your service. May you rest in peace.

HPD Wife
Houston Police Dept

March 23, 2007

MAY GOD BLESS THE FAMILY, FRIENDS AND COWORKERS OF DEPUTY VILLEGAS. MAY THEY KNOW HIS LOVE, MERCY, AND COMFORT DURING THIS SAD EVENT IN THIER LIVES. TO OUR FALLEN BROTHER, MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. A HERO FOR SURE. YOU HAVE SERVED WELL.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.

March 23, 2007

To the family and loved ones of Deputy Sheriff Manuel Villegas and his fellow officers with the Riverside County Sheriff's Office:

On behalf of our family, I want to extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Deputy Villegas was tragically killed in the line of duty. His valor and dedication will never be forgotten.

In reading the loving reflections, it is obvious that Manuel was an amazing young man who touched many lives in a positive way. I can see that he is so loved and will be missed by so many.

The circumstances of his death were heart breaking and I know caused much anquish for all those affected. To his parents, I share your agony in losing a cherished child and know that the lives of everyone who called Manuel beloved have been forever changed. To his wife and three children, I pray that you find comfort in your faith, your family and friends as you struggle with this devastating loss. May you be embraced by your law enforcement family and other police survivors who share this journey with you.

May Manuel's spirit continue to soar and his memory continue to inspire. May God hold Manuel, his wife and children, and his other family members in the warmest part of his heart and the most gentle part of his soul. Heaven has another hero today, but how I wish it were not your Manuel.

Our family lost our cherished Larry when he was ambushed and fatally shot during a foot pursuit of two robbery suspects on April 23, 2005. Our family was supported and comforted by the brotherhood and sisterhood of law enforcement, and that wonderful community will be there for you. Nothing takes away the pain of your loss, but the comfort of the law enforcement community will help you endure what will seem at times unendurable.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Manuel gave to his community and the citizens of California, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on March 19, 2007.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater of the Pittsburg, Ca PD eow 4/24/05

March 23, 2007

Rest in peace my fallen brother... your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Officer Jared Sparks
Ridgecrest Police/Class 167

Officer Sparks
Ridgecrest Police Department

March 23, 2007

May Our Lord bless you and your loved ones.May your family be comforted by Him as they face life without your physical presence.

March 23, 2007

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. - Matthew 5:9

See you soon my brother.

Explorer M.J. Loeschnig
Temecula Police Department POST 884

March 23, 2007

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. - Matthew 5:9

See you soon brother.

Explorer M.J. Loeschnig
Temecula Police Department

March 23, 2007

"My Brother"

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was idealistic and believed he could make a difference.
He was immensely proud of the uniform and the badge and what they represent.
He felt privileged to be of service to his department, his community and to his country.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was friendly, courteous, and polite, yet firm.
He laughed and joked, but was serious when necessary.
He was competent, trained, and professional.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He had a strong sense of right and wrong and became
frustrated when true justice became sidetracked.
He felt the sharp criticism that goes with the job, but he
never wavered.
He stood by and for his fellow officers.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He longed for his family during the long hours.
He worried about them during his shifts and the lonely
weekends, holidays and midnights when they were apart.
He felt guilty about the lost time, but knew his calling
and prayed they would understand.

He was a cop.

Although I never met him, I knew him.
He was a good son, a loving husband, and a devoted father.
He was dedicated to the profession and cared about the
people he served.
He wanted to do the best job that he could and strived to
be the best he could be.
He was a good citizen and a good neighbor.

He was a cop.

Yes, I did know him.
He was a cop, he was my Brother.

Rest easy Brother Villegas, we have the watch...



I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, Whom shall I send, and who will go for us? Then said I, Here am I; send me.
Isaiah 6:8

Officer
Metropolitan Police Department Washington DC

March 23, 2007

Thank your for your service.

Ofc. S.l. Coffman #15174
California Highway Patrol

March 23, 2007

This is my shield, I bear it before me into battle, but it is not mine alone. It protects my brother on my left. It protects my county. I will never let my brother out of it's shadow nor my county out of it's shelder. I will die with my shield before me facing the enemy.

Remember those who have gone before us, because no one dies unless they are forgotten. you did not lose your life, Deputy Villegas,you gave it in service to the citizens of Riverside County and the state of California. A TRUE HERO!

Detective E. B. Smith
Red Springs Police Department,N.C.

March 22, 2007

"A hero is not be defined by one's perception. It's the actions, attitude and a dedication to others that exemplify their status as heros and in giving the ultimate sacarifice, solidifies this perception forever"

You will never be forgotten.

Patrol Division
Knox County Sheriff's Office, Rockland Maine

March 22, 2007

Rest Easy Brother...

Shield #377
MCSO-NY

March 22, 2007

May you rest in peace Deputy Villegas. Your watch here is done. You will never be forgotten. Please know that all your brothers and sisters here at the Riverside County Sheriff's Dept will take care of your family now. I never had the honor and privilage to meet you sir, however, as I learn of all your acomplishments in the academy and in life, I aspire to be 1/2 the man you are. Thank you for your service and your ultimate sacrifice. God only takes the Best

DST Mark Franks
RSO- Deputy Sheriff Class 172

March 22, 2007

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO DEPUTY VILLEGAS' FAMILY AND THE RIVERSIDE S.O. DURING THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME. HE IS A HERO AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, GOING TO AID HIS FELLOW OFFICERS. GOD BLESS YOU, BROTHER IN BLUE.

DETECTIVE RUTILO QUEZADA
SMITH COUNTY SHERIFF TYLER, TX

March 22, 2007

There are many good cops in the world.....many are on the job......some on patrol... a few are off.... one is reading this.

Stay safe Deputy Villegas

CE Lima
CCRPV # 2906

March 22, 2007

God Bless, May you rest in peace.

Tredyffrin Police / Chester County PA

March 22, 2007

Thank you for your service to your fellowman. May God bless you and your loved ones. May the Lord grant your loved ones the strength to endure during this difficult time. Rest in peace my brother.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables

March 22, 2007

God bless you and your family

Detective
Cranford Police Dept (NJ)

March 22, 2007