Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

I sat here last night trying to find a way to sum up the last year and how things have changed but I was just at a loss for words. I have had the wonderful oppurtunity to meet and get to know your family and see how much you meant to them.
Natalie, the fire you have to honor Jared's memories is astounding and will burn for eternity. You spoke once of hoping that you were heading down the right path and doing what you thought was best to honor his memory. I think you are doing just that and in the best way possible. I cant tell you how much your help has meant to me personally. It inspires me to keep trying, even when I feel that I fail.
Jonika, we have become so much more than friends in the last year and it was at a time that I really needed someone in my life that knew where I had been. You gave me a will to always do better because there is always someone who appreciates it standing behind you.
Jared, the rest of your family, friends, and the department know your still with us and we walk with pride because we have you on our side. We pray for them to find peace and to try to comfort them as they grieve.
Please keep watch over them and our boys in blue as they continue the job each and every day.

Erin Gibson
Wife of a CSPD Officer

February 23, 2007

No words will ever ease the pain. No gift will ever replace the loss. Jared, look upon us as we continue to try and fulfill the only gift we have now for you. We will carry on, heads held high except for the moments of prayer when we remember you and other heroes who have fallen, to our Heavenly Father. We are professional peace officers. This is what we choose to do, and no better way to honor your courage and commitment than by continuing your work as best we can. I know you are so proud of Jeff. He is a man of men. I am so proud to call him my friend, a brother in blue. His steadfast dedication to God, Family and Country –his enormous leadership in the fight for those who cannot fight for themselves. He never wavered one year ago today, even when no one would question, he stayed strong for you and your family. He stayed strong for us and was more concerned about others than himself. Sounds like two brothers who are as one. We still have his back, and we still now and always will miss you and your smile. Your sense of humor. You have left an indelible mark on so many. Remember us in your prayers, and enjoy the perfect beat in Heaven, guarding the gates of Paradise. God Bless you Pard!


JD

Lt. J.D. Ross
EPSO

February 23, 2007

Jared, my son:

Today I found myself wanting to shout to the heavens how much I love you and how very proud I am of you. Oh Jared I pray you know that.

I thought bringing you into the world was pretty rough but letting you go is a pain that is beyond comprehension. God truly blessed me by letting me be your Mom.

I told you I would always be guiding you through life. Now I find you guiding me (you must love that). Today especially as I reflected on the awful decisions you had to make a year ago you have shown all of us that we must stand up for what we believe in even if it means leaving those we love.

I always told you "God had a special plan for you." I just didn't know is was to be a HERO for all of eternity.

I love you Jared.

Debby Hudson
Jared's Mom

February 22, 2007

It has been a year today that you tragically had your life taken. This shattered many lives, your family, friends & citizens of Colorado Springs. You will always be remembered for your bravery. You will always remain in our hearts, we will never forget you. May god bless you & keep you & give your family & wife strength & guidance.Rest in peace Officer Jensen.

Stacey
concerned citizen

February 22, 2007

J-Rod,
It is hard to believe that it has already been a year since we lost you. Remembering you at the bus stop today was so strange. To me it felt like Deja Vu and made me realize that even though it has been a hard year, it was so surreal like last year being there. It was nice to be there with everyone and to see Meredith and your mom. I didnt realize your mom has been my tax lady for many years already, and will be for many more I'm sure. I'm sure you know, but they made a fabulous book in your memory. That was nice and comforting to look at today.
We really miss you my friend but know you are looking after all of us and our loved ones up there with you. I was excited to see that Harvick won the Daytona 500 since he was your favorite driver. I thought it was perfect timing. Also as you can see, J-Rod is still chasing his tail. I wonder if you do it on purpose to me sometimes but then I just think he is a little "special". Oh well huh.
Just know that you are in our hearts and lifes forever and your memory and life will live on with us. Rest in peace.

Jen Campbell
CSPD

February 22, 2007

It seems like an eternity not just a year. We will carry on because it what we do and what you would have wanted. Peace Brother

CSPD Officer
CSPD

February 22, 2007

One year later and the pain is still raw and fresh.

You will *never* be forgotten, brother.

Deputy
EPSO

February 22, 2007

Officer Jensen,
It is hard to believe that it has been a year since you were brought into the ER. I think about that day and relive the horror often. I am so sorry that we were not able to save you- believe it when I say that everyone in that ER room would've given a piece of themselves to bring you back. To Officer Jensen's family- I am sorry. We all fought as hard as we could and never wanted to give up. Thank you for your protection and service. You will never be forgotten.

Christina
Memorial

February 22, 2007

Hello Jared,

This is my first time to visit your page though I think of you often. My husband visits your page frequently (I wish I had the nerve)and updates me. Last May, my husband and I purchased our plane tickets as well as reserved our hotel in Washington DC. We will be there for you when your name is put onto the Law Enforcement Memorial. I could never have imagined that we would be watching Ken Jordan's name go onto the Memorial as well. It has been an extremely difficult year losing 2 of our CSPD family!!

Until we meet again..................

43rd Recruit Class CSPD

February 22, 2007

One year. A year when you and your family have been in my thoughts every day. I have not forgotten....God Bless.

A Proud CS citizen

February 22, 2007

ONE YEAR TODAY. I PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I PRAY THEY FIND PEACE.

DETECTIVE JENSEN, NEVER FORGOTTEN.

JIM SWEENEY CIVILIAN NEW JERSEY
A FRIEND TO ALL PEACE OFFICERS

February 22, 2007

Jared,
I can't believe that it has been a year. It is almost unbelievable that you are actually gone. There is not a day that goes by that you are not thought about. The outpouring of love still continues and is absolutely amazing. Your memory lives on in the hearts of so many people, you will never be forgotten. Mckenna still plays with the monkey flashlight that Natalie and you got her for her 2nd B-day. (I recall that you wanted to keep it!!) We keep it on her nightstand, and everytime she plays with it, it reminds us of you and makes us smile. You are very much missed Jared, thank you for watching out for all of us from up above.
With love,
Lindsey

Lindsey
sister-in-law

February 22, 2007

Jared ~
I can not believe it has been a year already. It seems like just yesterday when you left us to go to Heaven....though we miss you greatly, we know that you are safe now. The community of Colorado Springs has continued to remember you and what a wonderful man and HERO you are to all of us. I promise your memory will live on forever.

I miss and love you Jared more than words can say....

Lots of Love,
Jonika & Family

Jonika Winkler
Sister of Det. Jared S. Jensen EOW 2/22/2006

February 22, 2007

Jared, It's been a year and you are missed just as much now as you were then. Rest in peace Brother.

1773P
CSPD

February 22, 2007

Sitting in the comcenter today and knowing that it has already been a year, it's hard to imagine. Alot has changed, and us loosing you has left a big hole in this department. We think of you often, miss you terribly, and keep you and Natalie in our hearts and prayers. Continue to keep us safe and please watch over us. You are still terribly missed

February 22, 2007

Jared, Oh how I miss you!. Your life keeps running through my mind. I thank God for my luck to have you as my grandson. Your love and trust in me was always there, and mine for you. We would talk for hours about everything. Your consideration and appreciation was always 100%. How much I enjoyed serious talks with you that started when you were 5 years old. You would bike to our house in your teens for cold drinks and good conversation. Big smiles, loud laughs, warm hugs! The last time you left our house, waving goodby, pulling out of our driveway, head and shoulders out the window, yelling "Love you Grandma". I felt such Love and pride!
30 years, So many memmories! Seeing you grow from a boy to a man!
I still have all the handmade Birthday, and Holiday cards you gave me.
Watching you play soccer, making sure that your socks were always pulled up.
Coming to our house in the woods and playing "Knights of the Round Table" with Jeff, Donn, and Darrin. Being the youngest, you claimed that "you were a Serf, not a Slave"
The joy of watching you, Jeff and Jonika, put on your little plays with hand puppets, when you were all so young. Later, we were so proud, watching you perfom the lead in your senior year play.
Staying at our house and eating so many chicken patties, that it became a joke between us. Years later, if I said 'chicken patties', you'd laugh.
You always appreciated everything. When in college, you told me that a check I sent you paid for a sweater, and a ticket to a play that you really wanted to see. You always cared how others would feel. Your compassion, empathy and sense of right and wrong is what made you such a good police officer.
You met Natalie in College, and you glowed when you introduced her to us, and we just knew you two belonged together. We all Loved her, and she fit right into the Family. Her compassionate and caring nature matched yours. You were soul mates. How lucky you found each other, and how happy we were for both of you. How much I enjoyed when you and Natalie would visit. Natalie sure likes peaches!
You did something good with your life. The world is a better place because you were in it. Like a stone dropped into the water, the ripples will alway keep going, touching so many lives.
Jared, I Love you Grandson, and I'm so proud of you.
I just want to hold you again.
Grandma

GRANDMA JENSEN BIRCHALL

February 22, 2007

Hey Cuz, its been 1 year and it still seems like a bad dream. I know you are by Gods side looking down on everyone. You are so very much missed and loved, I have 2 things that I wear PROUDLY and that will be with me forever.

Luv you Cuz

February 22, 2007

It is still unimaginable and as if it was just today that it happened. To say it has been difficult for everyone down here is an understatement but we will all carry on, because more than anything, I know that is what you would want. Jared, you left an everlasting mark on so many even those who weren’t lucky enough to have met you. I am so proud of you, ….for the man you were, for what you stood for, and for the everlasting impact you made. I know we talked about how as cops we won’t change the world, but if we haven’t helped change a community then we aren’t trying hard enough. Well bro, you did. You did it well before a year ago today when you took a stance. You made a difference, a huge one. I hope you know I love you and think about you every single day. I miss you little brother. Fallen But Never Forgotten.

Jeff Jensen
Brother to Det. Jared Jensen, CSPD EOW 2-22-06

February 22, 2007

Remembering you on the first anniversary of your EOW. Although I never knew you or even live close to Colorado, I am married to an officer. When an officer dies it is felt by all those in the law enforcement family. I am proud that your fellow brothers worked around the clock to make sure the coward that did this was behind bars where he belongs. I wish the ending could have been different...thank you for your service.
Melissa
wife of a michigan deputy

February 22, 2007

One year has passed and you have not been forgotten nor will that ever be the case. You have been in the thoughts of your loved ones each and every day since you were called away. The silent tears still flow from their broken hearts as they keep asking, Why? I wish I could answer that question for them but no one can. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones and protect them. Also, keep watch over those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

February 22, 2007

A year has passed since you were taken for just doing your job. Like every other officer who puts on a uniform you did not ask to be a hero. Regardless you will always be mine. We love you and miss you.

Pam

February 22, 2007

I didn't know you that well, only met a couple times. But Natalie and Monica always said we were exactly alike... too bad for you, huh? I've been to this site often over the last year and am amazed at the notes and sayings left by everyone that misses you. I even kinda root for Kevin Harvick now... how about that race last weekend huh? In this last year I've thought of you often while starting this life with my son. Maybe you could say that I appreciate things more now. Sad that thats what it takes, but it did. Thanks dude.

don

February 22, 2007

In the year since you were taken from us, thoughts of you are never far from my heart and mind. It's still hard to believe you're gone. You are missed.

February 22, 2007

Jared, my Precious son,

Grayness abounds in my days and my nights.
Time passess. The sun comes and goes.
I have slight awareness of it all.


The stars speak your name and
the wind, carrying your Spirit touches my face.
This pain is real .. is deep .. and never ends.


Exuding passion, joy, courage and love,
your life was a gift to this world.
A copy of you will never exist.


Braveheart, Star Wars Jedi Warrior defined you well.
Defeating the Darkness cost you your life
for without halting, you faced Satan here on earth.


Yours is a most natural grave,
set witin God's beauty of mountains,
trees, flowers and the kind.


How good that the word HERO marks the spot.
You gave man all that you had 'till there was no more.
Grief, pride, loss, eternal love .. in me .. for you.


Passionately you traded the actor's stage for the Badge,
for you stated "I want my life to matter .. to count."
With Courage, your life's goal most certainly accomplished.

Love you,

Dad

Thomas Jensen
I am Jared's Father

February 22, 2007

Well, here it is after 1:50 a.m. and I told myself there was no way I would read 28 pages of reflections, but
I was drawn to each and every one like a magnet. My
emotions ran the gamut as I read the reflections from
your wife, your Dad, your brother, your sister, your Mom
and your co-workers and friends. It's hard for me to
understand the likes of you, you seem too good to be
true. It makes me angry to think that a person so
exceptional has to die in such a cruel, senseless manner. And yet knowing God is in control and that
you are with Him, it means it is well with my soul. We
just all need Christ so desperately for we never know
when we will take our last breath and Jesus will open
the right door, Heaven or Hell, based on what our
relationship with Him was like. Without Him, I don't
know how we can survive such a loss as this. It 's
deeply disturbing and yet, you lived life to its fullest and
probably wouldn't change a thing. Well done, good and
faithful servant and I'll meet you some day.
Lynn Kole
Washington State

February 22, 2007