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Retiree's father diagnosed with terminal disease.

2009-12-28T16:44:00.002-06:00

My dad has been diagnosed with terminal lung cancer and

given only months to live. Please ask our friends to put him on

their prayer list. His name is Leslie F. Miller

Thanks and Happy New Year,

Windy Miller

Coffeecops Note:

Your Thoughts and Prayers would be most appreciated.

Retiree Charles Edwards dies.

2009-12-27T10:15:00.003-06:00

Charles W. Edwards, beloved husband, father
and grandfather, died on December 23, 2009,
at the age of 61.

He was born on July 10, 1948 in San Antonio,
where he lived his entire life. He served in the Army
Reserves and as a San Antonio Police Officer for 31 years.

Charles is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Barbara
Ann Edwards; his daughter, Angelyn Edwards Levinthal
and her husband, Jared I. Levinthal; daughter, Aimee
Edwards Hunter and her husband, Tom Hunter; son,
Zachary Charles Edwards and his wife, Danielle Edwards;
grandchildren, Chandler, Kendall, and Rainey Edwards
Levinthal and Kinley Brynn Edwards; sister, June
LaChapelle and husband, George; sister, Renee Edwards;
and brother, Rick Edwards and his wife, Yolanda.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Hemple
and Barbara Edwards.

SERVICES
A Funeral Vigil will be held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church,
Honey Creek in Spring Branch, Texas on December 27,
2009 at 7:00 p.m. preceded by the Viewing at 6:00 p.m.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on December 28,
2009 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's followed by the
interment at Mission Burial Park North.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made
to The 100 Club of San Antonio, P.O. Box 6741,
San Antonio, Texas 78209.

Cadet and FTO reunite.

2009-12-13T18:19:00.003-06:00

Here is a picture of
Andy Vaquera having a
beer with his FTO Nacho Tapia
at El Mariachi Bar.
(40th anniversary)

Final Tribute to 4 Officers

2009-12-13T12:19:00.002-06:00

Retiree Vic Abate has provided us with words and pictures
of the funeral for the four slain officers in Parkland, Wash.,
a suburb a few miles south of Tacoma.

TacomaFuneral

XEROX IS DOING SOMETHING COOL

2009-12-04T10:19:00.002-06:00

Retiree Bob Jordon sent this very nice idea.

XEROX IS DOING SOMETHING COOL

If you go to this web site, www.LetsSayThanks.com you
can pick out a thank you card and Xerox will print it and it
will be sent to a soldier that is currently serving in Iraq .
You can't pick out who gets it, but it will go to a member of
the armed services.

How AMAZING it would be if we could get everyone we
know to send one!!! It is FREE and it only takes a second.

Wouldn't it be wonderful if the soldiers received a bunch
of these? Whether you are for or against the war, our
soldiers over there need to know we are behind them.

This takes just 10 seconds and it's a wonderful way to
say thank you. Please take the time and please take the
time to pass it on for others to do. We can never say
enough thank you's.

Thanks for taking to time to support our military!

It really is simple and FREE, no catch! I just did it myself
and it feels good!

Retiree Arthur Graybeal needs your prayers. + updates

2009-12-03T17:43:00.011-06:00

A message from retiree Mike Ross:

Hey friends,

Say a prayer for our friend Arthur Graybeal. He will be
undergoing heart bypass surgery on Wednesday,
Dec 2nd, at app 10:00 AM. He is at the TexSan Heart
Hospital 6700 IH 10 W (on IH 10 at the old
Crossroads mall.)

Update :

Friends,

Arthur's operation has been postponed until Thursday
morning at 8:00 AM. He has a total of 5 blockages.
The doctor stated there has NOT been any apparent
damage to the heart and expects a very successful
operation. The doctor stated that Arthur should be able
to "chip n putt" in 2 weeks and take a full swing in about
6 weeks.

He is in room 207a at the Texsan Heart Hospital and,
at present, is in very good spirits.

I'll keep everybody posted as I get it.

ADDITIONAL UPDATE 12/3/09

Friends,

Arthur had 5 bypasses performed this morning. Veins were taken from his wrist, chest cavity, and leg. The surgeon told the family that everything went fine.

He also stated earlier that Arthur should be able to play golf again in

2 months. Everybody is upbeat ( as of this writing ) and looking

forward to full recovery.

Arthur is in room a207 at the TexSan Hospital on IH 10 near

Crossroads Mall. Visitation can begin Friday, Dec 4th.

I recommend Sat Dec 5th.

As a friend of the family, I thank you for your support and prayers.

Thanks
Mike Ross

ADDITIONAL UPDATE 12/4/09

Arthur is comfortable and is doing well. Wife
requesting only two visitors at a time in the
room.

Hospital has open visiting hours. (for you
southsiders that means you can go by
whenever you want) Ha-Ha ……

At this time, he will still be there on
Sat, 12-05. TexSan Hospital, 6700 IH 10W
(SB access rd) @ Gil Road

Thanks
Armando Ynostrosa

How to turn your skills into a Career pt1.

2009-11-24T14:12:00.002-06:00

I have received some calls regarding my

previous post, (How to turn your skills into

a new Career) here is synopsis of some of

the questions I have answered:

I retired at 44 with 23 yrs and although that

retirement would have supported me alone

I chose to get married and start a family,

therefore I needed more money than the

average secondary local law enforcement

career could provide. It was scary at first

because I did not have real plan, I spent the

first year working low wage jobs to make

ends meet, but I also took advantage of that

time and learned that the job market has

some unique opportunities you can exploit

because of your past.

First and foremost modern job hunting is

about networking and selling yourself too

yourself. If you have family or friends that

can advise you and assist you, USE THEM.

Don’t be afraid to learn from other people or

your mistakes. I went to every job fair.

Weather it was related to the career I was

seeking or not, it is a great way to get to

know HR people and recruiters, they may

not be able to assist you there, but you can

bet they know someone who can, in business

it is all about referrals, which is all about

networking.

On your resume, your police career should

only be about a paragraph, in business it is

not about awards it is about socialization.

List every interest you have outside of career

and home, like church, coaching, volunteer

work and social networks.

You want too have some of the same interests

as the person interviewing you.

Don’t ever

stop interviewing. I used to go on interviews

while actively employed, the first question

they would ask is “Why do you want to leave

your current employer?” and I would answer,

“I don’t, but if there is a better opportunity

I don’t want to pass it up.” This shows you

have loyalty and ambition, unlike public service

you are rewarded for your ambition and don’t

have to step on people to prove it.

Dress for success, nobody hires a ROP

detective, but they will consider someone

who dresses in a nice suite and tie, is clean

cut and has respectful manners.

Never pay anyone to search for a job for you;

they are all scams, period! Recruiters get paid

by the company that hires you. If you pay for

anything have your resume professionally

done and always have two or three cover

letters with differing ambitions on them,

ready at any given time. Trust me; a

professionally done resume is worth its

weight in gold.

Buy the best clothes you can for your

interviews, the difference in the quality and

look in clothes is measurable and can separate

you from the average. I use Second Looks in

Alamo Heights (to purchase clothes), and

believe me the interviewers do not know the

clothes are used but they can tell the quality.

Success breeds success.

I hope some of this helps, if you have

anymore questions feel free to contact me at

anytime. Good luck.

Buy the way I’m using past tense in my post

because good fortune and business

connections have provided me the opportunity

to start my own business. For me, that was,

and is the ultimate goal of private enterprise.

Matt Jackson

210-367-9705

matthewjackson@gvtc.com

Charter member of Police Wives Auxiliary passes away.

2009-11-24T10:31:00.002-06:00

Amparo "Gloria" Ramos Munoz, 80, entered into rest on
Friday, November 20, 2009 at her residence in
Martinez, Georgia.

Mrs. Munoz was a devoted wife and mother. Mrs. Munoz
lived most of her life in San Antonio and moved to Georgia
in the early 90's to be near her children.

She was a charter member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the
San Antonio Police Department where her husband
Frank served for 38 years.

She was loved by her family and friends and will be deeply
missed. Mrs. Munoz was preceded in death by her husband,
Frank Q. Munoz and is survived by her daughter and
son-in-law, Olivia and Mike Mickalonis; son and
daughter-in-law, Jesse Munoz and Deborah A.
Stephens Munoz, all of Snellville, Georgia; four
grandchildren; Andrea (Don) Anthony, Carl Mickalonis,
both of Atlanta; Stephanie Foster, Boston, and
Allyson Munoz, New York City.

Visitation will begin on Tuesday, November 24, at
5:00 P.M. with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 P.M.
at the Angelus Chapel. Funeral Mass will be offered on
Wednesday, November 25, at 10:00 A.M. at St. Henry's
Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston
National Cemetery. Pallbearers will be, Carl Mickalonis,
Don Anthony, Ben Stanbery, Rudy Torres, Myles
O'Rourke, Mike Mickalonis

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the
Augusta Humane Society, P. O. Box 12035, Augusta,
Georgia 30914-2035. Condolences may be sent to the
Munoz family at www.theangelusfuneralhome.com.

SAHPOO Annual Christmas Dance

2009-11-23T23:36:00.002-06:00

You are invited to SAHPOO's Annual Christmas Party
Check out all the details>

How to turn your skills into a Career

2009-11-23T18:37:00.001-06:00

I have talked to some active and retired officers who have
asked if making a living outside of Law Enforcement or
public service is possible.

Some people like myself started in the military and Police
at a young age and had no real experience in the job
market as an adult.

I assure you there is a great market for your skills. A lot
of employers gravitate towards retired military and police
because you are conditioned to commitment.

I am not running a recruiting business but if you have
any questions or need advise call me anytime at
210-367-9705 or email matthewjackson@gvtc.com.
I know recruiters that offer their services at no cost to you.

Matt Jackson, Retired

Sad News - Mother of Carl King

2009-11-23T11:05:00.005-06:00

Marjorie M. King went to be with our Lord on November
20, 2009 at the age of 85.

She is survived by her children Andrew King and wife
Patricia from Fountain, Co., Alvin King and wife Iris
from Las Vegas, NV., Carl King and wife Linda from
San Antonio, TX., Edward King and wife Upal from
Fontana, CA., 9 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren,
1 great-great grandchild, brother; Gerald Mullin and
wife Rosie, numerous other nieces, nephews, and other
family members.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, November 25, 2009
from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Roy Akers Zizik Kearns
Funeral Chapels. We will meet at the church at 10:00
for a funeral service at 11:00 am on Friday, November
27, 2009 at Bethel United Methodist Church
227 S. Acme Rd.

Interment to follow at Ft. Sam Houston National
Cemetery. Please visit www.mem.com for online tributes.

Retireee Sgt James Calvert dies

2009-11-04T19:17:00.003-06:00

James Franklin Calvert born in McAllen, Texas on September 21,

1943 died November 3, 2009 in San Antonio. Jim served in the Air

Force for 3 years as an Aircraft Controller in Germany. He returned

to his parents home in Universal City when he was accepted into the

SAPD, there he served for 28 years. After retiring he taught at the

Law Enforcement Training Center at SAC.

Jim was an avid outdoorsman. He would spend his summers in

Alaska; camping, hunting and just watching nature. There he

made many friends. He was a licensed pilot, author, photographer

and skier. He leaves behind his wife Sharon, daughters Kathryn

(Curtis) Huston from Atlanta, GA., Mary Anne Moffett from

Universal City, son Sgt.Thomas Moffett USMC from Belle Chasse,

LA. Grandchildren: Ben Schaefer (Rachel) from Albuquerque,

NM., Brian Huston from Atlanta, GA, Matthew Miller from

Universal City, Chase Sullivan and Haylie Moffett from Bell

Chase, LA.

In Lieu of flowers memorial donations may be sent to Warrior

& Families Support Center 3138 Rawley Chambers SA, TX 78219.

Memorials:

Visitation will begin on November 6, 2009 from 5:30 P.M.-7:30
P.M. with a memorial service at 6:30 P.M. at Puente & Sons
Funeral Chapels N.E.

Visitation:

Visitation will begin on November 6, 2009 from 5:30 P.M.-7:30 P.M.
at Puente & Sons N.E. 14315 Judson Rd. San Antonio, Texas 78233.

Final Roll Call after 50 years of Service.

2009-10-15T09:46:00.003-05:00

He spent more than half a century serving

the City of San Antonio.

Retired police Sgt. Alfred Trinidad died

Tuesday night, not even a year after his

retirement.

"It's just, just a tragedy," San Antonio Police Chief Bill McManus

told News 4 WOAI. Sgt. Trinidad spent 51 years on the force and

the last two decades working with patrol officers everyday at the

Downtown substation .

"His legacy is one of mentorship, coaching, stability," said Chief

McManus. People who worked closely with Sgt. Trinidad said they

miss seeing him come through the door, offering to help in any way

he could. The 73-year-old had been ill during the last several months

and was in and out of the hospital.

"He was a cornerstone of the department for so long... So many

people looked up to him. So many people. You know? He

mentored so many people," recalls Chief McManus.

Sgt. Trinidad leaves behind his wife of 46 years and two daughters.

He was preceded in death by his son whom he lost in 1998.

Reported by: Kristina De Leon
Email: KristinaDeLeon@woaitv.com
Last Update: 3:23 pm 10/14/09

Express News Obituary. ====

Mr. Alfred "PoPo" M. Trinidad Sr, passed away on

October 13, 2009 at the age of 73.

Alfred was a police officer and served the community of

San Antonio for over 51 years. He is preceded in death

by his son, Alfred G. Trinidad Jr; parents, Joe Trinidad

and Margarita Trinidad; brothers, Joe, Hector and Rueben;

and sister, Connie Zepeda. He is survived by his wife of

46 years Emilia Trinidad; daughters, Diane Ennis and

husband, David, Esther Harrah and husband Todd; son,

B.J. Trinidad and wife Jennifer; brother, Julian Trinidad;

grandchildren, Cody, Camryn, Chloe, and Kyle; numerous

nieces, nephews and tons of friends.

The family would like to thank Dr. Raul Montemayor, San

Antonio Police Department, Staff at Methodist Hospital

and the Staff at Vista Hospice Care for their exceptional

care and support.

Funeral services for Sgt. Trinidad

Visitation:
Friday, October 16th
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Porter Loring Mortuary 1101 McCullough

Rosary:
Friday, October 16th
7:00 p.m. Porter Loring Mortuary 1101 McCullough

Mass:
Saturday, October 17th
9:00 a.m. St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church
1710 Clower

Interment:
Following Service
San Fernando Catholic Cemetery #2
746 Castroville Rd.

Father of Retiree Hector Villarreal passes away.

2009-10-15T08:58:00.000-05:00

The father of Retired Officer Hector Villarreal passed away
on Oct. 14, 2009.

Antonio B. Villarreal from Pearsall, Texas. Funeral will be
in Pearsall, Texas. Rosary will be at 700pm, 10-15-09,
Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 100 Willow St., Pearsall,
Texas 78061

Funeral will at 1000am, 10-16-09, Immaculate Heart of
Mary Church, 100 Willow St., Pearsall, Texas 78061

Our condolences to the family.

Wounded Warriors at James Anderson Park

2009-10-08T12:09:00.003-05:00

Eddie Wright passes on.

2009-10-07T09:10:00.002-05:00

EDDIE G. WRIGHT
Born December 15, 1943 to Eddie
Pankratz and Maria Mathis Pankratz.
He was preceded in death by his father
Eddie Pankratz and subsequently
adopted by his step-father Tom Wright.

He is survived by his only son, Daryl
Wright and wife Leslie. His sister
Sylvia Schaefer; nephew Stephen
Schaefer, wife Dee and daughter Madison; niece Sheila
Sunukjian, husband Peter, children Paul and Sophie;
step daughters Dawna Larson Mitchell and Pam Frost;
grandchildren Kyle Campbell, Larson Chase Frost,
many cousins and family members and beloved
Dawn Wright.

Eddie was in the Coast Guard from Jan. 1969- Jan. 1971,
SAPD Officer 1964-1986, served with Kerrville PD, Kerr
County Sheriff, Animal Cruelty Investigator which he
retired from in 2009, Post Commander American Legion,
Kerrville Post. Most recently the owner of "Do It The
Wright Way", concealed handgun licensing class, an avid
passion of his. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time
enjoying the Hill Country and was an animal lover.

Service Times:
Services entrusted to Puente & Sons NE on Thursday
from 1:00 P.M.-3:00 P.M., with memorial service to
begin at 2:00P.M. In lieu of flowers donations can be
made to Kerrville Humane Society.

Reminder for Retiree Golfers

2009-10-05T12:16:00.002-05:00

Retiree, Andy Vaquera invites you to join
him in thefirst Professinal Loadmaster
Asso. Golf Tournament,

November 09,2009.

Republic Golf Course, 0800 hrs,
Shotgun Start

For Info: Andy Vaquera - 210.559.7487

Richard Garza - 210.649.2381

(click photo for larger image)

Retiree Manuel Vasquez passed away 9/28/09

2009-10-01T09:47:00.002-05:00

Mr. Manuel C. Vasquez, Jr. age 70 of San Antonio passed
away on Monday, September 28, 2009. Mr. Vasquez
retired from the San Antonio Police Department in 1989.

He is survived by his sisters: Rosa Elia Machado and
Yolanda Wilburn; brother-in-law, Alfred Wilburn;
sister-in-law, Martha Vasquez; numerous nieces and
nephews.

Visitation will begin Thursday evening at 6:00 P.M.
with a Rosary to be recited at 7:00 P.M. Funeral Mass
will be offered Friday at 11:00 A.M. at St. Paul's Catholic
Church. Interment will follow at San Fernando
Archdiocesan Cemetery No.2. Condolences may be sent
to the Vasquez family at www.theangelusfuneralhome.com
Arrangements by:

Do you like clay shooting? This is for you.

2009-09-21T20:36:00.003-05:00

Retiree, Charlie Zambrano is passing this along
for shooting enthusiasts. Participate, have fun
and help children's health programs.

Register for all the fun at SA Gun Club.

Register for a chance to win a Mossberg
935 Magnum semi-auto - shotgun

Disabled Officer Overcoming Obstacles to Success.

2009-09-20T19:38:00.006-05:00

An SAPD officer made a success of his life despite his
horrific disability.

Read about him on this link: Efren Delgado

Is there a Secret Meeting of the Healthcare Fund?????

2009-09-19T16:29:00.007-05:00

You may have received this email from one of our members:

“HERE WE GO AGAIN!!!
I just heard of an "Emergency Meeting" of the Healthcare
Fund for Monday, Sept. 22 at 9 am. , 300 Convent /
25th Floor.

I am told that among the proposals to be discussed will be
to raise our deductible from the $500 we currently pay
and to raise the out-of -pocket from the scheduled raise
in January. Another proposal is to sue to take the PIP
that we have in our homeowners and auto policies.

I understand the proposal is 35 pages long. There is a
scheduled monthly meeting of the Healthcare Fund
THE NEXT DAY!

I guess they want to have everything in place so they
don't have to notify the general membership about
anything. Please send this out to your mailing lists and
get as many people in there as possible. This will be at
the offices on Convent. Looks like they're taking a page
from Obamacare and try to ram this down our throats
before anyone knows what's happened.”

(Member name withheld)

Our Health Care Fund Retiree Representatives
were contacted for their response to this email/memo:

Jerry Clancy Retiree Rep (SAPD):

Thanks for forwarding the e-mail. The fact remains', there
is no secret meeting. We do have an ad hoc meeting posted
for Monday 9-21-2009 and our regular
monthly meeting has been scheduled since last February
for 9-22-2009.

No, there is no increase in our deductible and out of pocket
will be raised $100.00 annually as mandated by our health
care trust enabling statute of 2007.

Tell the troops there is no need to panic. Once again those
with no knowledge, are urinating in the wind in an attempt
to advance their own agenda.

Always,
Jerry Clancy

Response from Henry Trevino, Retiree Rep(SAFD):

Thanks for the heads up.
There is no truth to these rumors. The deductible is going
to stay the same. There is no anticipated increase now or
contemplated increase in the future on the deductible.

I don't know what they are talking about the "35 page
proposals". The Plan Document is about 65 pages long.
Most of the changes or alterations are just to clean
up the language and make it more readable. Some items
were moved from one page to another just to keep the
subject matter together.

We are still reviewing the document and fine tuning the
language and whatever small adjustments will be made.
I don't feel that there are any changes, as are mentioned
in the memo, that will be in the document. If adjustments
are made they will likely be in favor of our members.

Jerry and I know that our members are our prime
responsibility. We would never knowingly do anything
to harm our membership. You have my word on
this.

Thanks again,

Henry

Any comments, pass them along.
CoffeeCops.

James Anderson Memorial Rededicated

2009-09-18T14:11:00.008-05:00

Retiree Andy Vaquera writes:

Several retirees get together for breakfast every Friday.
At one of the breakfast, I brought up the James Anderson
Memorial which now rests under the trees AND between
the restrooms at Anderson Park. As a 35 year Military
veteran, I advised them that the memorial sitting
between the restrooms was disrespectful.

After a short conversation we decided to get the Memorial
started and agreed to raise money(pitch in) every Friday
at Breakfast and in a little over three months we raised
$1600. Retiree Lalo Gutierrez contacted Airborne flags
who donated the pole and flag and we paid for the
installation (without the donation the flag would have cost
$3800).

On Sunday September 13,2009 we dedicated the Flag
and gathered at the park with our families for the
dedication and picnic. (At our age all the kids you see in
the pictures are our grandkids.) The flag sits on the banks
of Plum Creek Cove next to the boat ramp in an area we
decided to build the Anderson memorial to include the
names of all officers who died in the line of duty.

The following officers participated: Andy Vaquera, Marvin
Cannon, Joe Reyes, Louie Talamantes, Lloyd Lopez,
Ralph Campos, Jerry Vegas, Ponce Fuentes, Farris
Whitten (City Detention) Eli Vidaurri, David Perez (SAFD),
Mario Montemayor, Robert Carter, Ray Perez,
Richard Cervera, Rudy Barrera Curtis Sathoff, and
Lalo Gutierrez

PS:

The original memorial is still by the restrooms,
however we are raising funds to move it to the

area around the new flag pole. the plan is to

build a memorial plaza around the flag pole.

If anyone wishes to donate they can send it to
me: Andy Vaquera 1506 Oakcask 78253. Make
out check to James Anderson

Memorial Fund,.....thanks

Flag Day at James Anderson Park

2009-09-18T13:42:00.004-05:00

Here are some photos taken on my little camera. I can't take the credit
for taking the photos but I like them, they are a great memory.
Makes me proud to be a part of this group. I hope you guys can
pass it on to the rest of the group, I only wish all of the guys had
been in the photos., next time.

David G. Perez

(Click picture to enlarge)

Comment:

Thanks for the great meal

and the honor of being

a small part of this great

event. You guys did a

great job, congratulations.

The flagpole adds so

very much to the park.

I hope the membership

appreciate all that you guys

do for us. I appreciate

you’all very much and

realize how incredibly

fortunate we are having

this great park and

park staff.

Thanks again!

Bill Lowry (Active SAPD)

Former Officer, Ed Mazurek died September 14th.

2009-09-16T09:13:00.004-05:00

Edward Thomas Mazurek, age 71, departed this earthly

realm on September 14, 2009. His quick wit, good

natured smile and willingness to lend a hand will be

missed by all who knew him.

Ed was born in San Antonio, Texas on March 6, 1938,

where he graduated from Jefferson High School. He

chose a life of public service, first as a San Antonio

Police officer, then Detective and Investigator and

finally with his retirement as the Special Agent in

charge of the Lubbock office of the Drug Enforcement

Administration in 1989.

Since then he has been a resident of Midlothian Texas

for over 20 years. Ed is survived by his wife of 51

years, Saundra, his mother, Dorothy Thies and his

brother, Randall Mazurek and wife, Kathy; his son,

Duke Mazurek and grandsons, Edward III and

Jeremiah.

He will be forever missed by all of his friends and

family. Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 p.m.

on Saturday, September 19, 2009 at the Midlothian

Funeral Home. Arrangements By:

Midlothian Funeral Home 200 East Ave E
Midlothian, Texas 76065 972-723-9884

Mother of Fallen Officer passes away.

2009-09-14T10:33:00.001-05:00

Juanita (Janie) Rivera Garza passed away on Saturday,
September 12, 2009 surrounded by family and dear friends.

She was born in Orange Grove, Texas to Clara and Refugio
Rivera on February 14, 1925. She was preceded in death
by her son, Officer Hector Garza (S.A. P.D.), her parents
and numerous brothers and sisters.

Mrs. Garza is survived by her husband of 64 years,
Reynaldo S. Garza, their children, Virginia Garza-Craig
and husband, Kenneth and Reynaldo Garza Jr. and wife,
Terri. Mrs. Garza is also survived by seven
grandchildren, William C. Garza, Michelle Ramirez and
husband, Pablo, Rebecca Garza, Hector (Troy) Garza Jr.,
Nicole Lopez and husband Lino, Jason Garza, Melissa
Garza and seven great-grandchildren, Isabel, Maribel,
Pablo, Cody, Brianna, Kyrick and Rene with another
great-grandson due in November.

Mrs. Garza was very active in the upbringing of her
children, their schools, her church and the community.
Following the death of her son, Hector in 2001, the
family started the annual tradition of having a Christmas
Open House for policemen, city and county officials and
friends, as a thank you for the help and support given to
the family. Her home was always open to everyone that
came to visit. Family and friends have many fond memories
sitting at her kitchen table laughing, eating and drinking
coffee over good conversation.

Visitation will take place from 4-9:00 p.m. with a rosary
to be recited at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 15, 2009
at Sunset Northwest Funeral Home Chapel. There will be
a departure at 10:30 a.m. for an 11:00 a.m. mass
Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic
Church with Rev. Walter D'heedene celebrant. Interment
will follow to San Fernando Cemetery #2.

Just Some Silly Stuff to Make You Laugh.

2009-09-09T16:27:00.004-05:00

How Do You Catch a Unique Rabbit?

Unique Up On It.

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How Do You Catch a Tame Rabbit?

Tame Way.
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How Do Crazy People Go Through The Forest ?

They Take The Psychopath
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How Do You Get Holy Water?

You Boil The Hell Out Of It
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What Do Fish Say When They Hit a Concrete Wall?

Dam!
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What Do Eskimos Get From Sitting On The Ice too Long?

Polaroids
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What Do You Call a Boomerang That Doesn't work?

A Stick
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What Do You Call Cheese That Isn't Yours?

Nacho Cheese.
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What Do You Call Santa's Helpers?

Subordinate Clauses.
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What Do You Call Four Bullfighters In Quicksand?

Quatro Sinko.
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What Do You Get From a Pampered Cow?

Spoiled Milk.
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What Do You Get When You Cross a Snowman
With a Vampire?

Frostbite.
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What Lies At T he Bottom Of The Ocean
And Twitches?

A Nervous Wreck.
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(Our Favorite:)
What's The Difference Between Roast Beef
And Pea Soup?

Anyone Can Roast Beef.
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Where Do You Find a Dog With No Legs?

Right Where You Left Him.
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Why Do Gorillas Have Big Nostrils?

Because They Have Big Fingers.
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Why Don't Blind People Like To Sky Dive?

Because It Scares The Dog.
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What Kind Of Coffee Was Served On The Titanic?

Sanka.
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Why Did Pilgrims' Pants Always Fall Down?

Because They Wore Their Belt Buckles On Their Hats.
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What's The Difference Between a Bad Golfer
And a Bad Skydiver?

A Bad Golfer Goes, Whack , Dang! A Bad Skydiver Goes Dang! Whack.

HAVE A NICE DAY - COFFEECOPS

Windfall Elimination Provision Act can Affect Your Retirement Benefits

2009-09-07T17:51:00.006-05:00

A Retiree recently read a CoffeeCops post titled:

HOW TO APPLY FOR MEDICARE

and sent CoffeeCops a note indicating that he had been adversely affected by
the provisions of the Windfall Elimination Provision Act.
This Law addresses individuals whose salary does not
include deductions for Social Secuity, (such as SAPD).

The retiree wished that this provision had been explained
to him at any of 4 pre-retirement seminars that he attended
before his retirement. Since he was not aware of this
provision, he was not able to plan ahead to receive his
full expected Social Security benefits.

Click here to learn more about it.
Windfall Elimination Provision Act

Retiree Vic Mena is asking for your support

2009-09-03T10:35:00.003-05:00

Dear friends, I am requesting your support.

The Edgewood School District
Veterans are having a fund
raising dance. ALL money made
from this dance goes back
to the Edgewood Community
and the kids.

Tables are still available on a
first paid - first choice basis.
A set of tickets can also be
purchased but you will be

sharing a table with others.

So call me at 684-4436 for tickets or for tables of eight.
See attachment for all information (click picture to enlarge).
If you can't attend, you can still contribute to a good cause.

Thanks for your support,
Vic Mena