Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Jason-

I remember one of the first accidents i had to do, you stopped to help with. I don't even think you were working yet, but on your way to 4pm roll call. you stopped in front of walmart as i was taking everyone's information and you asked if i needed any help. you even gave me the ord. code for the citation for the party to be cited, without even having to open the city ord. book. The hand cuff cases i carry i bought only because you had the same ones and i liked them so much. You rubbed off on me. I admire you and you will never be forgotten by any of us. You sacraficed your safety on a daily basis for the safety of others. Rest in peace.

Tony Piotrowski
Former CHPD Officer
Holden Rangers

Officer Piotrowski
Holden Arboretum Ranger, Former CHPD Officer,

June 23, 2007

The last and only time I saw Jason was at a wedding. He was my brother's best man. I was very young at the time but I do remember his smile. He was such a bright, warm, and happy young man and it was completely contagious. Im saddened that this had to happen to such a wonderful person. I will always remember him as a hero.
Rest In Peace Jason!

Sad to see you go...

June 21, 2007

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Officer Jason West,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Officer Jason West. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Officer Jason West is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

June 17, 2007

Memories Keep Those We Love Close to Us Forever

Although words seem to say so little,
I hope they help in some small way to ease the sense of loss that your're experiencing today.

Hold fast to your memories,
to all of the cherished moments of past,
to the blessings and the laughter,
the joys and the celebrations,
the sorrow and the tears.
They all add up to a treasure
of fond yesterdays
that you shared and spent together,
and they keep the one you loved
close to you in spirit and thought.

The special moments and memories in your life
will never change.
They will always be in your heart,
today and forevermore.

-By: Linda E. Knight-

Brian M. West
Cousin

June 15, 2007

You will be rewarded in heaven for the courageous job you faced every day for your community. My heart goes out to Jason's family and friends GOD Speed

Wife of Norht Ridgeville Police Oficer

June 14, 2007

Rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.

Trooper
Massachusetts State Police

June 12, 2007

I admire you Jason. You made the decision to pursue a job that many of us feel the calling for, but decided not to because of the low pay, or expectations of family and friends. May your memory be eternal my bother, and may you finally feel the comfort in GOD's embrace.

NOW IN HEAVEN
The policeman stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining,
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry a badge
can't always be a saint."

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at time I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here, Lord,
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't I'll understand.

There was a silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgement of his god.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've born your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell"

Citizen
Fellow Human

June 10, 2007

Officer West,
I would like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Cleveland Heights. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
Anonymous

Anonymous

June 10, 2007

I had the honor of meeting Officer Jason West a few times in a professional setting. He was courteous, polite and professional. This city will miss this extraordinary young man. I pray for his family and fellow officers in their time of grief.

James Kunselman
Resident of Cleveland Heights

June 9, 2007

Words can not express my deepest sympathy to your family and friends. Thank you for your service and dedication. Now that you are on patrol in heaven, please keep an eye out for your fellow brothers in blue.
"We sleep safe in our beds because rough men stand ready in the night to visit violence on those who would do us harm."
Forever our hero...

Jenn, Proud girlfriend of CSPD Officer
Friend of Fallen Officer Kenneth Jordan EOW 12/5/06

June 9, 2007

You died a hero brother, doing what you loved, god speed

1699
Colorado Springs Police Deparment

June 8, 2007

God Speed Brother!

Tina / Reserve Deputy
ACSO Anderson SC

June 7, 2007

Rest in peace brother, you will never be forgotten. You have made the ultimate sacrifice, my sympathy and condolences reach out to your family. As a native of Ohio I know that it will not be the same without you. You will be missed.

Ofc. Chad Murtaugh
Tulsa Oklahoma Police

June 7, 2007

I would just like the world to know, that Jason was a wonderful person. He was a very caring person. I have always been very proud of him. Not only was he a good and courageous police officer, he was also a good man, a loving son, brother, grandson, and nephew. He will live on forever in our hearts. God bless our police officers.

Jason's Aunt Patty

Patty Dryfuse
Jason West's Aunt

June 6, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and sibling officers of Officer West. May you rest in eternal peace our brother.

Detective Mark Techmanski
City of Syracuse, NY Police Department

June 6, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family and fellow officers of Jason West. He will be missed, but know that all he has done will never be forgotten. His memory will live on in so many. God bless you and comfort you in your time of grief and sadness.

Rest in peace Jason.

Special Agent
Air Force Office of Special Investigations

June 6, 2007

It's such a shame to hear a tragedy like this happened to people who just wanted to make this world a safer place. You've served your country well. I beg God for forgiveness for all the sinful things people could do to each other. May your spirit fly free.

Duc Vu
Probation & Parole Officer, Canada

June 5, 2007

To the family, friends, and officers that knew Officer West, my thoughts and prayers are with you as you face the trying times ahead of you. Please know your not alone.

Here I am, lost in the light of the moon that comes through my window
Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you and the roses

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Here I am, lost in the ashes of time, but who wants tomorrow?
In between the longing to hold you again
I'm caught in your shadow, I'm losing control
My mind drifts away, we only have today

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way
I will sacrifice 'til the blinding day when I see your eyes
Now I'm living in your afterglow

When the veils are gone as I let you go, as I let you go

Touch me and I will follow in your afterglow
Heal me from all this sorrow
As I let you go I will find my way, I will sacrifice
Now I'm living in your afterglow

Bathed in blue, the walls of my memory divide the thorns from the roses
It's you who is closest

Erin
Wife of a CSPD Officer

June 5, 2007

Rest easy Brother.

Lt. Andrew R. Vickers
MCC NY

June 4, 2007

Jason and I went to Tiffin University together. Jason was always dertermined to get his Criminal Justice degree and become a Police Officer. We had great times together in college. He would always make time for me when I came back into Cleveland to catch up on things and remember the good old days of college. You will be missed my friend.

Brett Lantz
St. Louis Missouri

Brett Lantz
Brecksville Ohio Native

June 4, 2007

Jason, you laid down your life to protect us all. You will never be forgotten. God has given us an angel. May you rest in peace and protect us from above. Your life and love will live on in all those you touched.

I am truly blessed to have had you in my life. You are forever in my heart. Love,

Lisa Hetrick
Close Friend, sister of CHPD

June 4, 2007

Jason -
I can't believe you have been gone for only 10 days because each day you aren't here seems like an eternity. My cell phone is silent without your texts. My heart aches to hear from you again, to see you again, to touch you again. Even just one more time. I hope you have been looking down from your new home with God to see the loving tribute that has been paid to you. You touched more lives than you knew, and the world is a better place because you were in it. Godspeed friend, and rest in peace.

Michelle
Friend

June 4, 2007

Officer West, thank you for your courageous and selfless service. My prayers are with your parents and family, friends, and all your Police brothers and sisters.

Timothy Reise
Nashville, TN (cousin of Chicago Police officer)

June 4, 2007

As a person who is about to be a sworn officer in 5 weeks and who grew up and was born in Cleveland Heights this strikes me particularly hard. Police officers are put in situations few people on this earth want to or could handle. I offer my condolences to the city, the family, and the fellow CHPD officers, as my uncle served on the department for many years as a detective. Rest in Peace Ofc. West, we will always miss you for the person that you were and what you stood for, but what we will really miss you is for what you did for others without being asked to do it. WE will never forget you! God Bless!

Recruit Anthony Rose
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department

June 3, 2007

Rest in peace brother, your sacrafice and service will not be forgotten!

Patrolman Jeff Tripp
Marion,Ma Police Dept

June 3, 2007