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Searing in of DJ

by Aaron Long

DJ Daniel, the young teen and cancer survivor out of Houston who was President Trump’s guest at his address to congress, was sworn in today as a member of the Thin Blue Line LEMC by our National President.

The Thin Blue Line escorted DJ to the Houston Police Officer’s Union, located at 1600 State Street, Houston 77007. There he was patched in. When the presentations were complete DJ and his Father were taken to Prison Break Tattoo where DJ’s dad will be given a free Tattoo of some of DJ’s art. The 99% Radio Show broadcasted live.

May God watch over him, his ʻohana, and first responders everywhere.

Bike for Excellence

by Aaron Long

The Thin Blue Line LEMC in the Garland area was able to donate 13 Bikes this year for the Bike for Excellence Program. The students criteria for receiving the bikes is perfect, attendance, outstanding grades and team work. The goal is to bridge the gap from law-enforcement to children and give back. We would like to recognize our sponsors Spoke 4 Hopes and the 99% Radio Network.

Obituary for Richard (Rico) Castilleja Garcia

by Aaron Long

A visitation for Richard will be held Thursday, January 9, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Earthman Resthaven, 13102 North Fwy, Houston, TX 77060. A funeral service will occur Friday, January 10, 2025 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, 11507 Huffmeister Rd, Houston, TX 77065. A committal service will occur Friday, January 10, 2025 from 1:45 PM to 2:15 PM at Houston National Cemetery, 10410 Veterans Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77038.

Funeral times and memories at Dignity Memorial

Thin Blue Line LEMC Brazos Valley Chapter Donations

by Aaron Long

On Saturday December 21, the Thin Blue Line LEMC Brazos Valley Chapter presented a check to Burleson County Sheriff Gene Hermes to help offset expenses in his battle with cancer and complications caused bythe treatment.

Also on December 21, Brazos Valley presented a check to TBL member Jason “Roady” Rhodes to help with out of pocket expenses caused by a vehicle accident involving Roady, his wife Spills and an at-fault driver. Roady and Spills incurred multiple injuries that are still being diagnosed. Spills is our ATO and and has been a tremendous asset to our chapter.  It is our turn to help her and Roady.

We mourn the passing of TBL Founder Rico Garcia

by Aaron Long

TBL brothers and sisters, it deeply saddens me to inform you that our TBL Founder Rico passed at noon on December 20th, peacefully with Angie and his family by his side. He is now in the hands of the Lord and our angel to watch over us. Please pray for comfort and peace for the family.

Retired Sergeant Richard ”Rico” C. Garcia passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, at the age of 70. He is preceded in death by his cousin, Police Officer Michael P. Roman, who was Killed in the Line of Duty on January 6, 1994, and his cousin Retired Senior Police Officer Armando M. Ordaz, who passed away on October 19, 2023. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Angie Garcia. He is the brother of Lieutenant Jose Garcia, Jr., assigned to the Property and Financial Crimes Division, of Retired Senior Police Officer David C. Garcia, who rejoined the department as an EPRO Temp on January 15, 2024, assigned to the Victims Services Division, and of Retired Senior Police Officer Steven M. Garcia, who retired on September 8, 2018; and cousin of Senior Police Officer Richard T. Razo, Jr., assigned to the Airport IAH Division. Sergeant ”Rico” Garcia was a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He joined the Houston Police Department on November 11, 1974, Academy Class #67. During his tenure with the department, he was assigned to the Central, Homicide, Southwest, Internal Affairs, and Narcotics Divisions. Sergeant Garcia retired on May 29, 2010.

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