Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I remember sitting in the car with you during fto. You were so gentle towards your kids. I'll never forget that. I lay day you at one of your songs football games in El Cajon. It was great to see you, but I'm sad it was the last time is see your warm smile. It was a great honor to be the only motor officer escorting you and your family. From one motor to another. Rest easy brother. I miss you everyday Colonel. 1-54, EOS.

Police Officer Kenneth Harris
El Cajon Police Department

February 11, 2024

Officer Coronel,

Thank you for your sacrifice for our nation. May you be with the Lord and may he be with your family.

Det. Russ Cain
Pittsburgh PD

July 11, 2020

Thank you Officer Coronel for your hard work and dedication and for paying the ultimate sacrifice for the fine folks in the great state of California. You are a true American HERO. My thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers. May you forever rest in peace, my brother.

HEROES NEVER DIE...

Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired)
Orange County Sheriff, California
Polk County Sheriff, Oregon

July 4, 2020

Praying for your family, friends, colleagues, agencies during this very difficult time for them and all of us. Thank you for your service! We shall remember you with pride and admiration always! May God Bless the Blue!

“The peacemakers are blessed, for they will be called sons [children] of God.” [Matthew 5:9 HCSB];

“Those who mourn are blessed, for they will be comforted.” [Matthew 5:4 HCSB], and;

“No one has greater love than this, that someone would lay down his life for his friends.” [John 15:13 HCSB]

Depart in peace, Brother-in-Blue; in the name of God the Father who created you; in the name of Christ Jesus who redeemed you; in the name of the Holy Spirit who sanctifies you. May you rest in peace and dwell forever with the Lord. Amen.

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, D.Div, MSBS, CIMT, NCCA
Ordained/Licensed/Certified Independent Ecumenical Clergy / Chaplain
Ministry: Law Enforcement Chaplaincy
Merrimack, NH 03054

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, D.Div, MSBS
Nashua NH and Merrimack NH Police Departments

July 1, 2020

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (retired)
Mobile County Child Support

June 24, 2020

To the family of Police Officer Efren Coronel, friends, Chief of Police Brian Johnson and the
El Centro Police Department, CA
You are lifted up in heart, thought, and prayer. May God comfort, hold you close and give you His peace that surpasses all understanding to keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus now and always. Thank you for your service!
"The LORD is near to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit." Psalm 34:18
" I will never leave you or forsake you." Hebrews 13:5

Patrolman A.S. Batson
CH / OB PD
Goldsboro, NC

June 24, 2020

On behalf of the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation, our thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family of Police Officer Efren Coronel and the extended law enforcement family of the El Centro Police Department, California.


End of Watch Tuesday, June 3, 2020.


Rest in Peace brother and watch over us. We will protect and serve from here on in your honor.

I fight not for glory or fame, for they are momentary. I fight for those who can't. I fight for Justice. I fight for the oppressed and the down trodden. And if I should lose my life for these just causes, then I have no regrets, For I serve to protect the innocent. It matters not where or when, for evil knows no boundaries. Be it fire, flood, or the threat of tyranny, I will not flee. Justice is my weapon. Faith is my shield. Hope is my armor. Cry not at my passing, for it was my Honor to fight for you. Shed not tears of sorrow, But tears of joy, for now, I stand with God.

By Jon F. Hooper

"Greater love hath no man than this; that a man lay down his life for his friends."

Superintendent Joe Morbitzer
Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation

June 18, 2020

The true measure of a person
is not found in the
might of their arm,
their wealth
or their power –
it is found in the strength
of their character.

There is no greater testimony to
ones character, than ones
willingness to sacrifice all,
in the noble quest of
providing protection to all
whom they serve.
Author Unknown

Javier Cornejo
Police Officer, Retired
City of Milwaukee Police Department
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

June 16, 2020

I am sorry for your loss to the Family, Fellow Officers, and Friends. I will keep all of you in my prayers. RIP.

Retired Fire Lieutenantm Frank J Corasa
Baltimore City Fire Department

June 14, 2020

God Bless You, Your Family, & Friends.
Thank you for your unselfish service.

James P Waggle
Civilian

June 14, 2020

Officer Coronel was a pillar of the community and served the El Centro Police Department with pride.

God bless his family and the entire El Centro Police Department.

Executive Director
San Diego Imperial Valley HIDTA

June 13, 2020

On behalf of the Kentucky Peace Officers' Association please accept our condolences on the passing of Officer Coronel.

Chip Nowlin
President
Kentucky Peace Officers' Association

June 11, 2020

The National Police Wives Association would like to extend their heartfelt prayers to the family of Officer Coronel and the El Centro Police Department during this time. Thank you, Officer Coronel, for your service.

National Police Wives Association

June 11, 2020

Rest easy brother, your family and colleagues will be in my prayers sir.

Police Officer R Lizarde
San Luis Police

June 10, 2020

Thank you for your service Sir. May God continue to watch over your proud family. May you Rest In Peace

Proud Mother of 2 law enforcement office
N/A

June 10, 2020

So sad to hear the news.

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

Reserve Police Officer G. Krystof
Los Angeles Police Department

June 10, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Thomas H. Kelly Jr., ASAC
Federal Air Marshal Service

June 9, 2020

Even though the time has come to end the watch, they are still watching. Even though they are no longer with us, they are still teaching. The loss is new and the pain is great but we carry on for our family’s sake. Give us the keys, we’ll take over from here. Now is the time to release your fears. We got your watch, we’ll carry on, rest with peace my brother for your never really gone.


From your brothers and sisters
at the Waukesha County Jail, WI

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER CISM TEAM
WAUKESHA COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT

June 9, 2020

Officer Coronel used to help us at Central Union High in trainings and was respected by all. Friendly, sincere and had the human touch. May God help his family in grieve ... and may he Rest In Peace . We will all miss you at Central Union High.

Mildred B Lopez
Central Unión High ; Biology retired teacher

June 9, 2020

My deepest condolences go out to Officer Coronel's family, friends and co-workers at El Centro Police Department during this difficult time.
Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.
Rest In Peace my Brother in BLUE Officer Coronel.

Officer Janet Sanchez
F.O.P member Yuma Lodge #24
Yuma Police Department

June 8, 2020

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (retired)
Mobile County Child Support

June 8, 2020

Avenue of the Fallen

Standing at attention in their class “A“uniforms, badges gleaming and shoes like glass, are your brothers and sisters of Law Enforcement. All of whom have previously paid the ultimate price.
Today, like many others, they welcome you to this wonderful place.
As you march down the Avenue of the Fallen, all eyes focus on you as if to say “it’s OK, you’re with your eternal partners.”
A salute is followed and a tear can be seen on so many faces.
Welcome, you served well.
Now come join us in the ranks, another is coming home.
Officer Jim Weaver (#11452), Los Angeles Police Department retired
12-25-2010

Officer Jim Weaver
Los Angeles Police Department retired

June 8, 2020

This pandemic has taken it's toll on all of society around the world and sadly, it's not done yet.

God Bless you, Officer Coronel and may you forever Rest in Peace.

Ptl. Jim Leahy, Jr.
Harvard University Police Department

June 8, 2020

Praying for peace and comfort today and in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy,

Rita Rocker
Deputy Executive Director
Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles

June 8, 2020

Thank you for your service Officer Coronel. My condolences to your family, I am truly sorry for your loss. Sending prayers of comfort and strength.

Sheila Adkins-Reynolds
City of Montgomery Alabama Police Department

June 8, 2020