Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, California
End of Watch Tuesday, June 15, 2004
Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Michael Richard Arruda
God of Justice, I am grateful for the lives and sacrifices of all America’s Peace Officers. They died serving us. Help us never forget. Help us celebrate their lives and honor their sacrifices. Be with the families of these fallen peace officers. Comfort them and give them Your strength and peace. Guide us as we seek to take care of the families of these fallen heroes. May we care for them with integrity. In commemorating the deaths of these fallen heroes, help us also to remember that death is not the end. Death does not have the final say, but is simply the transition from this earthly life to the heavenly life yet to come. This assurance was guaranteed to all believers upon the death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. We look forward to that life to come with joy and anticipation. Thank You, Lord God, for hearing this prayer. In the mighty and holy name of Christ Jesus, Your dear Son, I pray. Amen.
Holy Scripture References:
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” [Psalm 23:4 ESV]
“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” [John 3:16 ESV]
Chaplain Steven R. Closs, DDiv, MSBS, NCCA, NACM
The Badge 183 Peacemakers Prayer Ministry
Member: Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers
Merrimack, NH 03054
Captain Steven R. Closs (Retired)
Nashua NH Police Department (1974-1998)
June 15, 2025
Your work on earth was completed so many years ago in the tragic event of this date. Your spirit and honor lives on though in the lives of so many veins and threads of the department. You will always be remembered.
Deputy Sheriff (ret) Los Angeles
County Sheriff
June 15, 2025
It’s been 21 years since this fateful day. When we got the call we flew out to be by your bedside knowing it would be the last time I held your hand. This broke the family. This broke your dad. Sadly your dad is with you now which broke us even more. We miss you both terribly. Not a day goes by that I Dolby think “I wonder if they are together now?” I sure hope so. May you RIP cousin Mike
Sgt Deanna Medeiros USAF (separated)
Cousin
June 15, 2025
21 years ago on the 15th of June, the Lord took you away from us. You were brave, and tried to help your brothers in blue
A Deputy sheriff and a Navy veteran, you gave all for your country and you are sorely missed, RIP, my nephew, and give a big hug to your dad, Rick Arruda, my loving brother, tell him I miss him more each day.
Joan Felix
Aunt
June 2, 2025
Thinking of you today Mike. Twenty years since you were taken from your family. We love and miss you.
Retired Police Officer Carol O'Shea
aunt
June 15, 2024
It's been 20 years since we lost you, but for those of us that were there, not a day goes by that we don't think of you & remember. God bless you & your family, Deputy Arruda. Thank you for serving & for being a part of our lives, in so many different ways. You are loved & you are remembered.
Retired Deputy Sheriff
LASD
June 15, 2024
18 years ago we laid you to rest on this day. In some ways it feels like an eternity and then in other moments, it seems like yesterday. One thing remains constant though Mike, you are still loved and missed as much as ever. There is that saying that time heals all wounds. The last 18 years have taught me that's not true, but it does help us cope and deal with wounds better. Thoughts of you still bring those tears to my eyes, but now they are more often than not replaced by a smile. A smile brought on by your memory, a smile that you are in a better place, and a smile that through it all, your spirit has led your loved ones and speaks to us all. One day we will meet again and maybe then we'll understand. Until then my friend, rest easy, you will never be forgotten.
Anonymous
Friend
June 21, 2022
It's been 18 years, but you are not forgotten. Now you live with the angels, your dad is one of them, he no longer wanted to be here without you, he missed you so much. I miss you both with all my heart, sending my love to you and your dad, my brother.
JOAN FELIX
May 31, 2022
Thinking of you Mikey. You are not forgotten. You touched lives.
Gina
9/23/2021
G Randolph
Friend
September 23, 2021
Seventeen years have passed since you were taken from us. We miss you so much. I think of you often. I would love to see your smile and hear your laugh again. RIP Michael while you patrol the streets of Heaven. Love and miss you. Auntie Carol
Police Officer Carol A O'Shea, reti
New Bedford Police Dept
June 15, 2021
It’s been 17 years since this tragic day. You are missed by everyone who loved you. Now your father has been up there in heaven with you. I hope you two are fishing, playing ball and cheering on the Red Sox from above. Love and miss you both terribly
Deanna Medeiros
Cousin
June 15, 2021
God bless you Mike. You had a contagious smile in the academy where we first met. The last time we talked was at an event with the sheriff Baca. We were laughing and you were kidding my about being the driver. You made me laugh so hard. I appreciated your positive attitude and your ability to always put a smile on my face. Rest In Peace
Deputy Bavo
LASD
October 12, 2020
Another year has gone by Mike. Sixteen years. It doesn't seem possible. You are and forever will be in our hearts, thoughts & prayers. RIP nephew.
Carol O'Shea retired Police Officer
New Bedford Police Dept
June 15, 2020
Today in Patrol school I learned of your incident during training sir,
Your story is told in an effort to help save the lives of other deputies
I will pass on what I’ve learned from it to others that come after me to always honor your sacrifice.
Your story may be the difference in what saves the lives of others in similar situations and for that I thank you sir.
May you forever Rest In Peace
God bless.
Deputy Arellano
LASD
May 6, 2020
“What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments but what is woven into the lives of others.” (By Pericles)
May your family and friends be comforted by their memories.
Nancy
Surviving spouse of LAPD Officer Roger Warren (eow 5/8/67)
June 16, 2019
It doesn't seem possible that 15 years have gone by since we lost you. I can remember that awful day when your Dad came to me at work and told me what happened. Now he's in heaven with you. You have quite a few family members up there now to look after and I know you'll do a good job. Love and miss you Mikey. RIP
Carol O'Shea retired Police Officer
New Bedford Police Dept
June 15, 2019
Cousin Mikey another year has gone by since this tragic day. It’s hard to believe that your father is now with you. Losing him in November has been a devastating loss for our family. I know he’s at peace being with you again. May you both RIP flying with the angels
Deanna Medeiros
Cousin
June 15, 2019
Mike, I think about you often and always with fond memories.
I am sure you are watching your family from up in Heaven.
I hope your soul is at peace. You will always be remembered Mira!
Ken Emmanuelli
Friend / Shipmante
October 8, 2018
Rest In Peace Brother LEO. You are honored and remembered on the 14th anniversary of your EOW.
Officer Mike Robinson (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA
June 15, 2018
Thinking of you today Mike. A Massachusetts officer was shot & killed today. So sad. Show him the ropes when he gets up there with you. Love you.
Carol O'Shea, Retired P.O.
New Bedford Police Dept
April 13, 2018
Mike,
I hope you are resting in peace. I've had you on my mind lately. God Bless You!
Ken Emmanuelli
Former Shipmate
July 26, 2017
Mike, we miss you more each year. RIP my nephew. Love you.
Carol A OShea
NBPD Retired Officer
June 15, 2017
Hi Mike, still miss you so much. It still hurts. Your always in my heart. Everyone misses you because you were such a good, loving person. Until we meet again, I love and miss you so much. Your number one fan, Love Dad
Rick Arruda
Proud Father
June 15, 2017
Missing you more each passing year. You will always be in my heart, love you always, Auntie Joanie
Joan Felix
Aunt
June 15, 2017
You are never forgotten Deputy Arruda. RIP
Deputy Sheriff LASD
Class 295
June 16, 2016