2 Phoenix Police Officers Shot - AR15.com member Hobbs5624 is no longer with us. LODD- UPDATES in OP (Page 11 of 12)
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Originally Posted By ragedracer1977:
From the bbq fundraiser today. Originally Posted By ragedracer1977:
From the bbq fundraiser today. Originally Posted By Helsing76:
It was a great turnout for the PLEA lunch this afternoon. I hit it up today with a fellow AZS member that was close to Hobbs and we were able to make donations to the Hobbs family there. John reached out to me with open arms many times to discuss 1911's and I only wish I knew him better. I suggest we all take a little time to put things off a little less from now on. R.I.P. Detective Hobbs. http://i745.photobucket.com/albums/xx99/Helsing76/AZS/IMAG1032_zps98f4213a.jpg This was a nice table set for Detective John Hobbs. The letter reads: "Table set for one symbolizes the absence of our beloved officer. White tableware is symbolic of the purity of his intentions to respond to the need in his community. Single red rose signifies the blood that was shed in sacrifice for our safety and freedom. Yellow ribbon represents the ribbons worn on the labels of those who demand rememberance of their loved one. Slice of lemon represents the bitter fate of his loss. Salt sprinkled on the plate is symbolic of the countless fallen tears of family and friends. Inverted glass is to represent the fact that the fallen cannot partake. Empty chair symbolizes the fallen that is not present. Candle is reminiscent of the light of hope which lives in our hearts to illuminate his way home." 
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Prayers for his family and partner
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I just returned from attending the "2nd session" of the PLEA bbq (4 pm - 8 pm) where lots of folks showed up -- members of Phoenix PD, Maricopa County Sheriff's deputies, Phoenix Firefighters -- even our Governor made an appearance. It was uplifting to see so many in the community attend the event and lend their support to John's and Detective Casados' families. But, it was also very sad seeing that singular table set aside for John (and being acutely reminded, again, that he's no longer with us).
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Originally Posted By Dry-Heat:
I just returned from attending the "2nd session" of the PLEA bbq (4 pm - 8 pm) where lots of folks showed up -- members of Phoenix PD, Maricopa County Sheriff's deputies, Phoenix Firefighters -- even our Governor made an appearance. It was uplifting to see so many in the community attend the event and lend their support to John's and Detective Casados' families. But, it was also very sad seeing that singular table set aside for John (and being acutely reminded, again, that he's no longer with us). I was there tonight as well. That lone table hit me hard. 
I did dislike all the news hounds wandering through and asking to interview people. The channel 10 blonde wanted to know "What brought you out here?" Really, isn't it a little obvious? |
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Originally Posted By cat-mechanic:
I was there tonight as well. That lone table hit me hard.
I did dislike all the news hounds wandering through and asking to interview people. The channel 10 blonde wanted to know "What brought you out here?" Really, isn't it a little obvious? Originally Posted By cat-mechanic:
Originally Posted By Dry-Heat:
I just returned from attending the "2nd session" of the PLEA bbq (4 pm - 8 pm) where lots of folks showed up -- members of Phoenix PD, Maricopa County Sheriff's deputies, Phoenix Firefighters -- even our Governor made an appearance. It was uplifting to see so many in the community attend the event and lend their support to John's and Detective Casados' families. But, it was also very sad seeing that singular table set aside for John (and being acutely reminded, again, that he's no longer with us). I was there tonight as well. That lone table hit me hard.
I did dislike all the news hounds wandering through and asking to interview people. The channel 10 blonde wanted to know "What brought you out here?" Really, isn't it a little obvious? I think I saw you outside as I was leaving ... it's been awhile, so you probably didn't recognize me. News "pests" were everywhere -- inside as well. |
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Originally Posted By evo462:
So sorry to hear - is there any donation page that goes directly to our fallen brother? I didn't read through all 11 pages but I did see something mentioned about a site that was a general charity for situations such as this. Link to donate is in the link below http://azplea.com/plea-news/fundraiser-for-fallen-injured-phoenix-police-officers/ |
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Why is it always the good ones?
Sounds like a guy who was in law enforcement for the right reasons, did his job damn well and was one of "us". And why is it always dirtballs with a rap sheet a mile long who have no reason being on the streets that are the ones that take guys like this from us? Shit ain't right. RIP Det Hobbs, thank you for your service. |
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RIP Hobbs.
This man gave his life in the service of his own community, that in itself speaks volumes of the character of the man. Take comfort in that he is in a much better place now. A place without want nor suffering nor pain, for eternity. Our time here is only temporary, but what we may choose to do with the time we are given can make a lasting difference upon our subsequent generations. He has clearly left a high standard for all of us to look to. Godspeed, friend. |
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All his friends here, his family, and his loved ones are in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless you all.
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RIP Officer, and thanks for all the good you tried to do in a shitty world. Prayers up, for you and yours. |
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RIP Sir. Your Brothers and Sisters will come forward to carry on the fight. spf |
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2 Phoenix Police Officers Shot - AR15.com member Hobbs5624 is no longer with us. LODD- UPDATES in OP (Page 11 of 12)
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