I was lucky to be a classmate of John's in the Police Academy in 1997, then we both were at Falcon for training and stayed on the same shift for many years.  John and I worked many calls together.   As noted by Lieutenant Koch John did not go over fences he moved them to the side or took them on more then one occasion and the next day in line up he would be teased, but everyone knew if you needed him he would there.  

John always seemed to be the back containment and would come charging in to help me get control of someone who was not cooperating.  It was always wonderful knowing he was on your call, because he was amazing strong but never had to prove it to anyone but you know once he got hold the fight would be over soon.      

I remember going to court with him on cases and John always dressed to the nines for court or any time he was in  a professional capacity.  John reminded me of the mob guys when he dressed up and I would tease him that if we did not know he was a cop I would think he was an a mob kingpin.    Later when he was a detective he always looked sharp.

John would share his easy smile and calming manner.  John had a confidence in himself and never needed to prove he was stronger or tougher then people we would encounter and that helped so many times to calm the situation.   John and I shared many laughs at the worlds we encountered.  John would call on me to pat down his female prisoners and we would end up in some bigger cases then when he started because he would ask questions and uncover stuff other folks might have overlooked.   I was lucky to consider my friend, my colleague and my classmate;  he will be missed, but remembered with great fondness and we will share wonderful stories about a wonderful man.  

For My Son, John;
Your early departure from this eternal life 'station' again reminds me that 'Old Souls' still have a mission to complete.  I've always felt that you were wise beyond your years while understanding the knowledge of the 'prophets'.  You were, it seemed, on a designated "Mission".   What is presently unknown to us, -  is now, again, known to you.
My hope and prayer for you is that your eternal mission is complete and you are now at peace in the hands of our 'Creator', - while having been greeted at "Heavens Gate" as described in the following passage from Matthew 25:23 (KJV) in which I find solace in this time of wonderment.   " His lord said unto him, Well done, good and faithful servant; thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord.
With Much Love, 
Dad

Dear, sweet John. We remember how hard you worked to become a member of the Colorado Springs Police Department and how excited you were when your hard work paid off.   And how proud we were for you, along with your family and a host of friends.  You are deeply loved and will be desperately missed.  

I remember the years as you grew up. But, the most memorable would have to be the day I visited your mom and Dick, and you asked if I would go with while you were on duty on patrol , that indeed was an experience I will never forget. May God receive you in his arms and be at peace.
Our sincere condolences to the family from  Susan and myself.
Love you Yo ,Dick  & Gary.
 
Uncle Cris.

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John L. Hill Jr.

June 13, 1963 – December 26, 2019

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