I'm grateful to have had the honor of knowing John.. He was a wonderful friend.. John grew up with my nephew Keith.. Who was not only John's friend but partner on the police force... I remember seeing them together. Always happy, and always joking around... I remember when they trained together... They always made us laugh... I know John's memories will always be a part of our lives, cause he set examples without trying. His way of living was the way it should be... the saying about measuring a man's worth by his friends. Should be by his actions and how he saw his life to be... Thank you John, for letting me know you. The Herrera family always considered you just another part of us... your were our brother. We will miss you very much, but we know you are always around... From our hearts we love you, and all that you loved... Blessings to your loving wife, and child... Love Always Veronica

For the short time I knew Buckets, he made a lasting impression on me. The first time I met him, he made me feel as we've known each other for years. The times I saw him after that, he always knew what was going on in my life, and really seemed to care. A glowing smile, and positive additude he always seemed to display. He will be missed in person, but his spirit will never die. I'm proud and honored to have met John. J.J. UMC WI

I had never met or worked with John, but I see the reaction that his untimely and tragic death has had on his friends and I feel sad that I never was able to meet this man. I hope nothing but the best for his friends and family.

Johnny was a real friend and person. He was the Real Police! John was to be promoted to detective in the next class. I am honored to have known and worked with John. I miss seeing him, always smiling always a gentleman. The great and fun times we shared at work and off-duty will forever be golden. One of your team mates Team 4460

John could be the single greatest friend anyone could ever have. I was blessed by working w/John, you knew that if you were on the street w/him that night you never hand to question his ability, he is a first class Cop. I think the only thing he did better than police work was being a your FRIEND. John I love you and miss ya. Please watch over us. God Bless "C"

God be with you my brother you are protecting God's Kingdom now. I never met you but we are all family and feel the hurt. God bless your wife and child may they both be strong.... Ptl. Alan Altman Clarksville, TN Police Dept. Motor officer

ITS AN HONOR FOR ME TO HAVE HAD JOHNNY AS A COUSIN. I USED TO CALL HIM THE ALL AMERICAN. AS I REMEMBER IT, HE WHAS THE FIRST TO GRADUATE FROM COLLEGE AND WAS ALWAYS A GREAT EXAMPLE FOR ME WITHIN THE FAMILY. I HATE TO ADMIT IT BUT I WHAS ALWAYS A LITTLE JEALOUS OF HIM. IT ALWAYS SEAMED THAT HE HAD EVERYTHING FIGURED OUT AND THAT I COULDN'T FIGURE OUT ANYTHING. JOHNNY'S PARENTS DID A GREAT JOB RAISING HIM AND I COULD ALWAYS SEE THE PRIDE IN THEIR FACE WHEN THEY TALKED ABOUT HIM.

I remember John to be the kinda person you could always count on. He would never let you down. Always smiling, very happy he had good ears for listening to problems and returning with admirable advice. I always remembered John caring his Holy Bible with him and would read passages from the scripture, that was very inspiring to see not only a good person but also a man of God. I will always remember him, and I know that he is looking down from heaven at everyone he loved. your friend mike

I met John at the UMC Peace Officers Memorial run DC04, Hawk and I were the only two Gunslingers present. Buckets treated both of us like long lost friends from the very first time we met. Although I was only around him on two occassions he made an impression on me that few people that I have known for years have done. Drivethru GSMC Austin, Texas

I WORKED WITH JOHN FOR A SHORT TIME EARLY IN HIS CAREER. I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER RESPONDING TO A CALL THAT CAME OUT AS A 10-1(OFFICER NEEDS ASSISTANCE)AT 63RD AND ABERDEEN THEN SHOTS FIRED AT THE POLICE.LATER OFFICER DOWN. WE ALL RACED TO THE SCENE. AS SOON AS I GOT ON SCENE I SAW JOHN AND KEITH, THE PARAMEDICS REMOVING OFFICER ERIC LEE FROM THE ALLEY WHERE HE WAS SHOT. I REMEMBER JOHN DOWN ON ONE KNEE AT THAT VERY SPOT INTENSELY PRAYING FOR ERIC LEE.I'LL NEVER FORGET THAT SIGHT!!!!!SUCH A GOOD GUY!!!! GOD BLESS YOU BROTHER, GEORGIE