Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

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

April 25, 2024

We know from the Holy Scriptures that Peace Officers have a sacred task to enforce the laws of the land to protect the innocent and punish the guilty:

"For the policeman [Peace Officer] does not frighten people who are doing right; but those doing evil will always fear him [her]. So, if you don't want to be afraid, keep the laws and you will get along well. The policeman [Peace Officer] is sent by God to help you. But if you are doing something wrong, of course you should be afraid, for he [she] will have you punished. He [She] is sent by God for that very purpose. Obey the laws, then, for two reasons: first, to keep from being punished, and second, just because you know you should." [Romans 13: 3-5 TLB]

Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA
Ordained/Licensed/Certified Independent Christian Clergy
Independent Christian Law Enforcement Chaplain
Member: Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers - USA

Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)

April 17, 2024

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

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

April 13, 2024

Dios. Te tenga en su gloria gracias por ofrendar tu vida por un mejor bienestar para tu isla de Puerto Rico…..

Sargento José Soto
Policía de Puerto Rico

April 9, 2024

Rest in Peace my beloved brother...we have your watch from here and will do you proud.
You are loved...
American Hero

Rest in Peace
Sgt. D. Hanna
Minnesota State Patrol. 444
District 3200

April 8, 2024

Rest in Peace my beloved brother...we have your watch from here and will do you proud.
You are loved...
American Hero

Rest in Peace
Sgt. D. Hanna
Minnesota State Patrol. 444
District 3200

April 8, 2024

"Somebody killed a policeman today,
And a part of America died.
A piece of our country he swore to protect
Will be buried with him at his side.
The suspect who shot him will stand up in court,
With counsel demanding his rights,
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids
And spend alone many long nights.
The beat that he walked was a battlefield, too,
Just as if he'd gone off to war.
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half mast,
To his name they will add a gold star.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today,
It happened in your town or mine.
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors,
A cop put his life on the line.
Now, his ghost walks a beat on a dark city street,
And he stands at each new rookie's side.
He answered the call and gave us his all,
And a part of America died."

Author Unknown

E.C.Proft Chief Criminal Deputy (Retired)
Island County Sheriff's Office

April 6, 2024

Agent Ramos-Velez, our world is full of evil people, and yet, for many years, you dedicated your life to protecting others that they may be safe. Our Lord, who sees all and knows all, will reward you abundantly for your courage, dedication and selfless service. My heart breaks for the sorrow that your loved ones are experiencing. May God immerse you and them in His Divine Mercy. Rest in peace, good and faithful servant.

Jesus Espinosa
Civilian

April 6, 2024

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Rest In Peace Agent Ramos-Velez. Our deepest heartfelt condolences to all of your family, friends, and brothers and sisters at Puerto Rico Police Department.

Postal Inspector Scott Horne
US Postal Inspection Service

April 5, 2024

Rest in Peace…

Retired Detective
Syracuse Police Dept, NY

April 5, 2024

Agent Ramos-Velez,

Thank you so much for your dedication to service and the protection of innocents. I hope and pray that those responsible for your death will be brought to justice soon. I will pray for your family, friends, loved ones and colleagues. Rest in peace.

Greater love has no one than this, that a person will lay down his life for his friends. - John 15:13

Daniel Ryan
Private Investigator (Retired)

April 3, 2024

Seargent Eliezer Ramos Velez thank you for your service to the people of Puerto Rico. You offered you ultimate sacrifice your life. RIP

Gerardo Bloise Retired Police Officer Puerto Rico Police Department, Retired Orange County Sheriff Office Florida Forensic Unit

Gerardo Bloise, Retired Police Officer
Retired Orange County Sheriff's Office Florida Forensic Unit

April 3, 2024

Sgto. Eliezer Ramos-Vélez escribiste con heroísmo y gallardía tu nombre en la historia del Negociado de la Policía de Puerto Rico. Uniste a hermanos de sangre azul que hoy te honramos y lloramos tu partida.
Hermano descansa que ahora nos toca seguir lo que dejaste…

Agte Otero-Cruz, José R.
Negociado de la Policía de Puerto Rico

April 3, 2024

Saludo formar Sargento Ramos Velez

Descansa en Paz , entregaste tu vida por la paz del pueblo de Puerto Rico, eres un eres hermano en azul , un abrazo a tu familia y a tu hijo , gracias hermano.

Pasado Agente Maldonado 07/31/2023
Division Operaciones Conjuntas (Task Force Central)

Greeting form Sergeant Ramos Velez

Rest in Peace, you gave your life for the peace of the people of Puerto Rico, you are a brother in blue, a hug to your family and your son, thank you brother.

Past Agent Maldonado 07/31/2023
Joint Operations Division (Task Force Central)

Armando Maldonado Soto
Retirado POPR

April 2, 2024

Rest in peace brother, thank you for your services

Sgt Benjamín Rodríguez Bermúdez
Puerto Rico Police Departament

April 2, 2024

We , your mother and I , prayed for you to be conceived . We asked God for you to be a boy , so your mother had a son and a daughter , as she wanted . I saw you grow along our sons and daughters as a brother to them . You were always with a smile and those beautiful green eyes . You went to school with some of our kids . Graduated with my daughter.. You were more than neighbors and friends.We were family for life. When we learned about your departure from this world I called my son , your buddy , his first thought was: mom go to his mother now ,be with her. My son ,my daughter and another neighbor like a brother , went to search for the mother of your child . They brought them to your childhood home to be together will all of us to mourn your passing . This is a testament of your life not only as an agent of the police force but as a son ,brother ,partner and father.
You will be remembered with love from your family of neighbors for life. Love transcends time , space and even death. You just left before us and arrived with God sooner than us . We’ll see you in heaven Eli . God bless all of you blue bloods. A great thank you,from all of us ,his family ,for your expressions of support and for your commitment to service and protection. God bless all of you .

Dr Marie Diverse
Your forever neighbor

April 2, 2024

How sad it is to see a blue companion and brother fallen in the line of duty!! Tomorrow is this hero's funeral!!

Agent Justo G Torres
Puerto Rico Police Department

April 2, 2024

Sgto. Eliezer Ramos Velez, pero para mi siempre serás “Sushi”. Que los familiares sepan, que tenian un gran ser humano en su entorno. Era apasionado por su trabajo, jocoso y leal. Estuviste con mi familia en el procesó más difícil de nuestra vida. Y hoy lo lloro, como si fueses familia. Llegar al funeral, presenciar el ascenso parecía surreal, pero lamentablemente era la realidad. Le pido a Dios fortaleza para tus padres, hermana, hijo, familia y amistades. Tengo agarrado del corazón al Malcom y espero Dios pueda permitirle entender y sobrellevar el que ya no estes. Gracias por el servicio Sgto. Ramos y gracias por tu amistad Sushi.

DOP$JVF
Friends/PPR

April 2, 2024

May God hold you and you family close. Rest in peace, Warrior.

SSA Jaime Morales
ATF

April 2, 2024

Rest in eternal peace

Po Connie Bros
NYPD

April 2, 2024

Rest In Peace, God Bless Friends and Family

Ret. Sgt Miguel A Ruiz Torres
Puerto Rico Police Dept Retired

April 1, 2024

Q descanses en paz

Janette Lopez

April 1, 2024

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (ret.)
Mobile County Child Support Enforcement

April 1, 2024

Mi hermano, hiciste el máximo sacrificio. ¡Tus hermanos y hermanas de azul continuarán tu legado y tu honor!

Retired Detective Ariel Cortez
NEWARK POLICE DEPARTMENT

April 1, 2024

Thank you for your service, brother. RIP.

Lieutenant Brian J. Wills II
Oswego County Sheriff's Office
New York

April 1, 2024