Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Didn't know you sir, but just wanted to say that it's because of individuals like yourself that we feel protected. you donned that uniform on everyday to serve us. I am so greatful for your service and sacrifice. I pray that your family is being comforted by Our Heavenly Father. You were an Angel protecting here on earth and i'm sure your an Angel in Heaven still protecting those here on earth. May you rest in eternal peace in the arms of Our Father in heaven.

edilberto jimenez jr.
A greatful American Citizen

July 7, 2011

Officer Eli Colonroche you showed training never ends. You will be missed. My prayers are with your family, friends and agnecy druing this tough time. Rest in peace, Jason

Sgt. Jason Pearson
Winter Garden PD

July 7, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of this loss. My condolences go out to friends and family. Rest in peace brother, GOD SPEED.

MPO TG VINCENT
Asheboro PD

July 7, 2011

R.I.P. brother Eli Colonroche!!!

Husker Street Officer

July 7, 2011

On behalf of the 6,105 members of the American Association of State Troopers (AAST), we extend our sincere condolences to Officer Colonroche’s family as well as the members of the Sanford Police Department. AAST members throughout the United States know first hand what all of you are going through right now. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Ken Howes, Executive Director
American Association of State Troopers

July 7, 2011

Rest, brother.

Cpl Steve Headley
Mishawaka, IN police

July 7, 2011

The Florida Police Chiefs Association would like to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Officer Eli Colonroche, and the Sanford P.D. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of great sadness. Please take comfort in knowing that your extended law enforcement family grieves with you. Officer Colonroche, we thank you for your service. You will not be forgotten.

Members and Staff
Florida Police Chiefs Association

July 7, 2011

Rest in peace Officer Colonroche!
You will not be forgotten!

Willie Bell Hopewell VA!
Friend Of All Law Enforcement Officers!

July 7, 2011

My sincerest sympathy to the family and friends of Patrol Officer Elieser "Eli" Colonroche as well as to the Sanford Police Department. Rest in peace Officer Colonroche, you are gone but will not beforgotten...

Dispatcher Sue Rusch
Punta Gorda PD, Punta Gorda FL

July 7, 2011

Sir, thank you for your service to your country, both as a soldier and as a police officer. Blessings to your friends and family and say hello to all the brothers and sisters in blue who have gone to heaven before you.

Special Agent
DEA

July 7, 2011

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Patrol Officer Elieser "Eli" Colonroche. Another Hero taken too soon. May God comfort you and your family as you go and touch the face of God.
Your service and sacrifice and bravery to the citizens of Sanford North Carolina will not be forgotten. God Speed and God Bless. Rest in Peace Sir.


May the children of Officer Colonroche know that their Dad is a HERO who we will not forget and will forever be in his debt for all he has done for us. Officer Colonroche. Thank You Sir for your service and protection to us all, may you rest in peace. God bless you and your family.

VIPS 750 Jeff Claybern
Alexandria Kentucky Police Department

July 7, 2011

I know the men that stood with you this day....they will forever carry out your honor. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. We will hold the line from here....watch over us.

Patrol Sgt

July 7, 2011

Rest in peace Brother Elieser.

Ofc. Timothy M. Furlong
Nahant, MA PD

July 7, 2011

You have served your nation and your community with devotion and honor for many years and now your service is in Gods kingdom alongside all of our brothers and sisters who have also paid the ultimate protecting Gods children. Those LE partners left behind will care for your family and will keep your name alive in the hearts of those you served so well. Rest in peace brother, give Jesus a hug for those of us still here. In Christ.

Tom Bradley, Retired
Phoenix PD, AZ State Chap. FOP

July 6, 2011

May you rest in peace after having served those around you. My thoughts are with you, your family, fellow officers and friends.

Reserve Officer Gary Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

July 6, 2011

See you on the other side.

Sgt Don "Boots" Jensen - Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department.

July 6, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Officer Colonroche as well as the brotherhood at Sanford Police Department. May you rest in God's eternal peace our brother!

Detective Mark Techmanski
City of Syracuse (NY) Police Department

July 6, 2011

So very sorry for your loss. To a real trooper to give so many years to serve the public in such great honor. May God sustain your family with comfort, understanding, love and fond memories. Your Dad has really helped our EMS service out so many times being an interpreter and just backing us when we needed him. He will truly be missed. God Bless you one and All!

Paramedic Robin Seagroves-Terry
Central carolina Advanced Life Support

July 6, 2011

A great man has gone to secure a safe path for the rest of us to follow. Thank you to you, your family and the Sanford Police Department. Rest in Peace Brother.

Chief Steven Marshall
Washington, NH Police Department

July 6, 2011

So very sorry for your loss. To a real trooper to give so many years to serve the public in such great honor. May God sustain your family with comfort, understanding, love and fond memories. Your Dad has really helped our EMS service out so many times being an interpreter and just backing us when we needed him. He will truly be missed. God Bless you one and All!

Paramedic Robin Seagroves-Terry
Central carolina Advanced Life Support

July 6, 2011

RIP brother Eli.

May God bless and be with your family, co-workers and friends at this very difficult time. Thank you for your service to our country.

Det. Bevenour, USAF Ret
Gettysburg Police Department

July 6, 2011

Rest in Peace Sir...............

Officer Thomas Wiederhold,Retired
Fort Worth Police Dept. Tx.

July 6, 2011

Rest in Peace....

Det. James P. McGrath(retired)
Schenectady Police Department

July 6, 2011

Rest in peace my Brother

Deputy S. Yates
Covington County Sheriff Dept. (Ms.)

July 6, 2011

I read this sad news with a heavy heart and learn of this loss from one of colonroche's fellow Sanford officers earlier today. Our prayers are with his family, friends and brothers in blue. Thank you for your dedicated service to your community and your years of service to our country.
You are a true American Hero.

Interim Chief M. Jeremy Hall
Coats Policedepartment

July 6, 2011