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Jeffrey Kocab Obituary

Jeffrey Kocab, 31, a Tampa police officer, died in the line of duty June 29, 2010. He had previously been an officer with the Plant City Police Department.

Published by TBO.com from Jun. 29 to Jun. 30, 2010.

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I love & miss you everyday, uncle Jeff! Uncle Rick will now be joining you in heaven as of last friday. It's sad to think that 2 of my cherished uncles are now passed. But, you're in a better place now. I love You!

Emily Meister

June 2, 2013

Rip Officer Jeffery Kocab and thank you so much for saving people's lives everyday and for your service. You'll be greatly missed.

Amber Fitzgerald

July 27, 2011

jeff you and david rest in peace and you guys are with us everyone.thanks you you both.jaime

jaime peterson

June 30, 2011

Rest in peace officer Kocab and may justice prevail in your honor


Greg Killingsworth
South Shore Auto Repair
Ruskin , Florida

June 29, 2011

You may be gone But You will NEVER be Forgotten..Big Hugs to Heaven.
Janine Maselli & Family

Janine Maselli

June 29, 2011

My prayes for yhe famley

Larry Anderson

February 1, 2011

My sympathy to the families of the fallen officers in Fla. I know there are no words to ease your grief but please know that you are in the prayers of many.'
Peggy Moore, Phila. Pa.

Peggy Moore

January 30, 2011

jeff and dave we miss you guys and are thoughts and prayers are with your familys.jaime

jaime peterson

January 27, 2011

Jeff,

I grew up with you, it was a shock to find out that this happened. I hadnt talked to you in years and was hoping to find out how you were doing, I wish I could have found you and your family sooner.

Tony Carter

January 14, 2011

Sarah, It was so very nice to meet you today. I share your grief and you hope in preserving Jeff's legacy through tissue donation. My wife and I have prayed for you even before we met. May He bless you richly.

Michael and Janice Dexter

Michael Dexter

December 14, 2010

November 28, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Audrey Stenhouse

September 22, 2010

To Mrs Kocab. My heart aches for you and your unborn child. Take peace in teaching him/her that his/her father was a great man, and gave his life trying to give him/her a better land to live in.

Fred Mc Lamarrah

September 18, 2010

Rest in peace, both men. My heart pours out for the families... I'm so sad for you.

September 6, 2010

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ken w stephens sr

August 29, 2010

To the Kocab family: May the comfort from family and friends strengthen you during this difficult time, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."

August 27, 2010

Kocab Family,

We are so sorry for all the loss that you are experiencing right now. I know that it warms our hearts that Daddy and Lily are in each other arms right now. We can never imagine the pain that you are going through! But we are here for you whenever you need!

Sadie's Family KMS

August 24, 2010

My heart aches thinking about the pain the wives of these fine men have endured, along with the rest of their families. I am so sorry for your loss although you have heard it daily now for almost 2 months. I pray your family can smile bright again & keep these men in your hearts. Sara, you are such a strong woman, you have an army behind you supporting you. I could never imagine carrying the weight you 2 women now carry & still be as strong as you both are, for you two are also now looked at as heroes. Your husbands no longer feel pain, just love now as they look upon you. Know they are still by your sides telling you to be happy, and smile. My whole heart goes out to you & your children. Lily Nicole is in Daddy's arms now, the safest place for her to be. God bless you all, continue to be strong...RIP boys

Jenn

August 23, 2010

Dearest Sarah, My heart goes out to you at this trying time. Losing your wonderful husband and then precious Lilly can only be explained by God. We all ask " Why". I hope in your heart that you know that Lilly is in Jeffery's arms, and that gives you some comfort. I wish you the best in the future.
Love and Prayers.

Josie Sporski

August 17, 2010

To the Curtis and Kocab families we offer our deepest condolences. Losing a dear loved one so suddenly and tragically is never easy. May you find comfort in your precious memories of them and "in the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort".

"He is healing the brokenhearted ones. And is binding up their painful spots." (Psalms 147:3)

Daniels Family

August 14, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your young child. I pray every day that my husband returns home safe as he is a federal employee. I am so sorry for your loss...remember to make sure your child knows how much of a hero his father was and how much he loved the child even before that child was born!

Jen

August 11, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

the Grays

July 29, 2010

My Blessings are with you Sara...you have endured so much...no one person should have to go through what you have.
My brother was a police officer with Plant City and worked with your husband Jeffrey. And I as well knew your husband...such a wonderful guy!
He will surely be missed but know that he is in HEAVEN watching over you and holding Lily Nicole close to him as well.
May GOD Bless you with such a peace and understanding and hold you close.

Yvette' Fender-McEver

July 27, 2010

Dear Mrs. Kocab,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. In heaven, God has made a special place for His "little" children. They swim and play in the river of life and each drop of water makes a beautiful note. The mountains sing and the light of God never grows dim. Your precious ?Lilly and her ?daddy are always with you. May God give restore your peace and joy for better days to come.

Cynthia Lewis

July 27, 2010

PRAYING FOR ALL FAMILY AND LOVED ONES OF BOTH OFFICER CURTIS AND OFFICER KOCAB.. GOD KEEP YOU SAFE.. NEVER FORGET THE SACRIFICE THEY MADE. '' ITS NOT HOW THEY DIED THAT MADE THEM HEROES BUT HOW THEY LIVED''

LAURA MOTTER

July 26, 2010

MAY GOD WATCH OVER THE LOVED ONES OF BOTH OF THESE BRAVE POLICE OFFICERS.. THE SACRIFICES THEY MADE ARE WITHOUT MEASURE.. MY PRAYERS GO WITH YOU ALWAYS..

NYLA WHITING

July 26, 2010

NO WORDS CAN EXPRESS THE RESPECT AND GRATITUDE I HAVE FOR THESE TWO BRAVE POLICE OFFICERS AND THE PAIN THE FAMILIES ARE EXPERIENCING.. GOD WATCH OVER ALL OF THEM AND BRING THEM PEACE..

NYLA WHITING

July 26, 2010

There are no words for how truly sorry I am for the loss of your loved one. I pray that your family finds peace and comfort through this most difficult time.

Ashley Hancock

July 26, 2010

To the wife and children of Officer Curtis, We did not know you, but work in the law enforcement community as well. We are very sorry for the loss of your husband and Father. I cannot imagine the pain that you must endure each day without him. God will see you through this time and will be with you always. If anyone wants to see a picture of true heroes, look no further than these two courageous young men who through a senseless act gave their lives. We send you our love and continue to keep you and your family in our prayers.

Paul and Sherri Wilson

July 26, 2010

I am so very sorry for you're loss.God will be with you during this difficult time.May angels wrap their wings around you,and give you the strength to go on.

Stephanie Smith

July 26, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

Yvette A. Fender-McEver

July 23, 2010

God Bless you my brother. You are a true hero. May God bless keep your family.

Keith Kraut

July 23, 2010

My sincere condolences are with you during this difficult time. Know that the will of God will never take you..where the comfort of God cannot dry your tears, where the Word of God cannot feed you, where the miracles of God cannot be done for you, and where the omnipresence of God cannot find you. May you know that God, Jeffrey and your daughter will be with you forever.

Robbie Snyder

July 23, 2010

God bless Jeffrey Kocab for he is a true American hero, and I am forever grateful for his service to our community. May his family and friends find peace and comfort through his love.

Dorothy Sherrow

July 22, 2010

Sarah, Your faith in our Lord will guide you through these dark days. Let the light of Him shine through your grief. You have the hope and the security in knowing that precious Lily Nicole is laying in the nursery in Paradise with Jesus and Jeffrey there to hold her. I believe that Jeffrey went ahead knowing that his precious child was not going to have life here on earth but have the greater life of eternity with Jesus. He went ahead to hold her as he had wanted to do. You too will hold that precious, beautiful girl some day when your family is reunited with Jesus in eternity. Your grief and sadness will only be for a short while compared to the joy you will have with them forever. My sympathy to you in your loss and my joy that you are a sister in Christ and you have the confidence of where your family is and where you will be. God will hold your hand through this...lean on Him. Phil 4:13

The Ricco Family

July 22, 2010

Our sincere sympathy from the Kansas City Kansas Police Department.

Terence Hall

July 22, 2010

May God be with you and all of your famiy during this time and always. Our deepest symphaty goes out to you and we ask God to give you strenght and comfort.

James&Sandra Creekmore

July 22, 2010

God bless this man for the sacrifice he has made may the families of these brave officers find peace and comfort in the coming days through our Lord and Savior. God Bless You.

The York's

July 22, 2010

you are in are prayers n god will bless u. just keep ur head up just rememeber they are both with you every moment of your life. god bless you.

shayla fender

July 21, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Dellarine Anderson

July 21, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to these families. We do appreciate all law enforcement do for us and the risk they take in doing so. Sadly, we are without two great officers now...so truly sad....

July 21, 2010

Dellarine Anderson

July 21, 2010

My Name Is Cheri Ennis and I wish to send
my heartfelt condolescences to you and
your family for the loss of your husband
and child.They are both in heaven and
looking down on you forever!!God Bless!!!

Cheri Ennis

July 21, 2010

It is so sad that your baby girl didn't make it today. That baby is in heaven with her father right now watching over his wife and family. God bless you and you are in our prayers.

Valerie Toloday

July 21, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are ongoing in your direction. GOD has a special spot for her and her dad as well.
May GOD be with you during your healing process.

Nancy Hurst

July 21, 2010

My thoughts and prayers continue to be with the families during this time.

D/S Regina Wilson Desoto County Sheriffs Office

Regina Wilson

July 21, 2010

Sara, I weep as I read this morning of your second loss in such a short time. Lilly's earthly father went and prepared a place for her...what a sacrifice ! Be strong as you face your sorrow. God has future happiness in store for you but I know it doesn't seem like it today. You are in the hearts and minds of all of Florida. Things like this shouldn't happen but they do. I hope you feel the love and concern of the citizens. Wish I personally knew you so I could give you a strong hug. Judy H.

Judy Hayes

July 21, 2010

Although we did not know this fine young man, we are a part of the law enforcement community and our thoughts and prayers go out to Officer Kocab's wife Sara and the rest of their families. We are extremely saddened about the loss of this courageous man and also to hear about the loss of their daughter today. God be with you during this very difficult time Sara. He will be with you every step you take and will hold you up.

Paul and Sherri Wilson

July 21, 2010

my heart goes out to sara on the second loss of her love one. my prayers are with you, stay the srong lady you are. patricia norton st petersburg fl.

July 21, 2010

I am sorry about your baby girl. Now Jeff and Lilly Nicole are in Heaven together, and they are angels watching over you.

amy foster

July 21, 2010

My heart and prayers goes out to both of the officers. I played paintball with Jeff and he was nothing less a great person. He was always willing to help anybody and was defintly a team player. We will truly miss him and he will always be in our thoughts. To his wife and family, stay strong.

John Phillips

July 20, 2010

God bless you and your baby..........

kay lawson

July 20, 2010

are prayers and thoughts are with your family's kocab and curtis family.you guys will always live in are hearts and souls.jaime peterson

July 20, 2010

My Dear Sara and Lily, you are in my heart. Jeff will always be remembered through you and Lily. God Bless you, you are in my prayers

Nancy Doughty

July 19, 2010

Sara all of Lansing care about you.....


Dennis & Shirley Holleran

July 19, 2010

Sara all of Lansing cares about you...

Dennis & Shirley Holleran

July 19, 2010

Although it's been a few weeks since this senseless crime (murder) took place, but I did wanna come on here & sign the guestbook.

I didn't know either officer, but i was a friend @ 1 time with a Tampa police officer.

From the stories that i've heard from his family & friends, he waz an amazing person & a wonderful officer, who was dedicated to his family & his profession.

I'm sending out my heartfelt condolences & prayers to this family.

Stay Strong & God Bless U!!

Ronny

July 19, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to the families of the fallen officers. I wish them and their families the best in these most difficult times.

Deputy Sheriff

July 19, 2010

May the fallen hero Sit at GOD's Feet, Wrapped in his warm embrace for all eternity

Arthur Cooperman

July 19, 2010

Owr Prayers go with you. Dave & Ruth Utter Stoney Creek ON CA. Hawaiian Isles .Ruskin,,"Winter home"

Dave Utter

July 18, 2010

My sympathy goes out to the family and friends and coworkers. We appreciate all that you do to protect and to serve our country and make it safe for us to live. It was a shame that this has happened the way it did. It is really a very serious job out there that you do. My deepest regards to the family. But just remember one thing of all the treasures you have it’s the memories of your loved ones that are the most precious. He will always be the angel looking over all of you to protect you..

Maryanne Brown

July 18, 2010

My sympathy for your loss is in my heart..... Such a great loss for people that care more about there community and others and not so much on themselves.....R.I.P.

Albert Kern

July 17, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

LARRY FRACASSO

July 17, 2010

I was married to a police officer in New York state and i wanted you know how much this touched me. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Annemarie McCauley

July 17, 2010

Your sad story has touched us in Ontario too .Many of us go to Florida for the winter and appreciate the things you do for us. Shirley Switzer Lindsay Ontario

July 17, 2010

We are a family of law enforcement officers. Know that you are in our thoughts, and in our prayers. Our soldiers protect our borders, and our officers protect us from each other.

May God Bless You now and forever.

Lynn Adams-Buckley

July 17, 2010

Our sincerest condolences to the families of Officers David Curtis and Jeffrey Kocab.

G B

July 16, 2010

May God watch over the families of these officers who gave their lives protecting others. What a horrible loss. My prayers are with you.

Cindy Hillary

July 15, 2010

My sincerest condolences to the families of Officers David Curtis and Jeffrey Kocab. They will be greatly missed by the entire Tampa Bay community

Brian

July 15, 2010

Even though many of us did not know them personally, their life and death have made an impact on us all. God bless your family and we thank you for your husbands who vowed to protect and serve.

Loraine

July 15, 2010

I'm so sorry for your loss, may God bless you with comfort.

Elizabeth

July 15, 2010

I'm sorry about your Dad and Husband

John Bigger

July 14, 2010

Made God Bless The Familys Of The Fallen Tampa Police Officers David Curtis And Jeffrey Kocab The Ones That Protects Us Everyday Of Our Lives

Debra Bouie

July 14, 2010

My most genuine condelences to your families and to those who Serve and Protect every single day. May God Bless and keep you safe, always!

Some will come into our lives
and some will only be here briefly.
Each will move our souls
and enable us to see "beyond"
Each will have contributed their wisdom
no matter how brief or long their stay.
But each will "Always"
Leave Imprints in our hearts,
and we will never again be the same.

written by: Janet Grzegorek

[email protected]

Janet Grzegorek

July 12, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

German Diaz (Ret. NYCDOC)

July 12, 2010

Gone but not forgotten...thanks so much for your service to all of us who call Tampa home. God Bless your families with peace and love

Evangelist K

July 12, 2010

i had the honor of being friends with Dave we were teammates for baker high school football. he was a heck of a football player and an even better person. the dead are never truly gone until they are forgotten, I will never forget.god bless his family.

Jake Miller

July 12, 2010

to the family's of jeff kocab and dave curtis,you guys did a great job and you will always be in our hearts and souls.and prayers and thoughts are with tpd too.jaime peterson

July 12, 2010

I wonder if you and Dave were hand picked and transferred to a new angelic beat for the protection of Heaven's gate, which is likely targeted by evil from the darkside. If so, you'll do well, Jeffrey.

Danny Curtis

July 11, 2010

ALL GAVE SOME...SOME GAVE ALL!

Gods Blessings to you and your family at this difficult time. You are in our hearts,thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in God! As a family member of a former TPD officer, we all share a common bond. We live it day and night. Please know that you have the love and support of many people. GOD BLESS!

Laura Curtis

July 11, 2010

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY I FEEL YOUR PAIN MY HUSBAND WAS A POLICE OFFICER HE WAS KILLED 10 Y AGO I FIND MYSELF ALONE WITH 2 LITTLE BOYS 2 AN 4

MARIA

July 10, 2010

Jennifer Clements

July 10, 2010

Angel blessings to you and your families.

P H

July 10, 2010

Words fail me.

Kathleen Brady

July 10, 2010

SORRY SO VARY GOOD MEN

NOREEN ALVAREZ

July 10, 2010

Rest in peace Officer Curtis and Officer Kocab... Such a sad thing to happen to dedicated officers trying to protect our streets. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the families of these two men. You are in a better place. May God bless your souls as He watches over your families left behind.

Sharon Clifton

July 10, 2010

A great loss to the world and our deepest sympathy for your family,
Sincerely,
The Fix Family, Dayton OHio

July 10, 2010

Words cannot replace these caring husbands and fathers.

Pennington Family

July 10, 2010

I am sure words cannot comfort you at this time so instead I will just continue to pray that God will surround you with the peace only He can give.

Spring Hill family

July 10, 2010

RIP Officer Kocab and Officer Curtis..never forgotten

Brittany

July 9, 2010

GOD BLESS...from ALL THE GOOD people of AMERICA.

Michael Raposa

July 9, 2010

Our Condolences go out to the wife, the children and family.

-John and Lisa Hunt

John and Lisa Hunt

July 8, 2010

God Bless the families of these 2 outstanding men.

Renee DePierre

July 8, 2010

May God bless both their souls and their families !

Jose Vicente

July 8, 2010

Bless the family and loved ones.

Ginger Stone

July 8, 2010

We have prayed for your families daily and promise to continue. We were deeply touched by the courage displayed by these fine men and are saddened by their loss.
May God be ever close to you in this time of sorrow. Marlin and Monica Yoder

Monica Yoder

July 8, 2010

The amount of sorrow I feel for the families of both officers Kocab and Curtis cannot be expressed. I only hope that both families can some day experience some peace in knowing that they are in a better place while watching and protecting them always.

J. Enos

July 7, 2010

To Both Families, Friends & The Tampa PD: With My Deepest Sympathies. You're ALL in my thoughts & prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Jeri Mercado

July 7, 2010

I cannot begin to find the words to express my sorrow for the family, friends and co-workers of the two officers who were so unjustly taken. You will be in my thoughts and prayers every single day for the rest of my life.

Rachel Molina

July 7, 2010

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police Auxiliary, Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry wish to send our deepest condolences on the loss of these two brave Officers.
Our thoughts go out to your families, co-workers and communities you served in.
Sgt. William Amell, O.P.P. Auxiliary

William Amell

July 7, 2010

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