Arnulfo Crispin Obituary

Lakeland Police Officer Arnulfo Crispin, 25, of Mulberry, died Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2011, at Lakeland Regional Medical Center after having been wounded in the line of duty on Sunday night.

Officer Crispin was a graduate of Mulberry High School, where he was a star athlete on the football and soccer teams.

He began his career with the Lakeland Police Department on June 1, 2010. He attended the Lakeland Police Police Department Mini-Academy and completed the Field Training Program that lasted three months.

Published by The Ledger from Dec. 21 to Dec. 25, 2011.

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1-year later we still love and miss you no matter how far you are from all of us you are watching over us.

Rachel Pollock

December 21, 2012

Our time on earth is all too brief. God Bless.

Cheryl Lee

February 7, 2012

Josey solorzano

January 2, 2012

To Officer ARNULFO CRISPIN'S FAMILY:
Your Loved One's loss is deeply felt by all. Words cannot ever repay his sacrifice or your loss. We all can only be Thankful that we had the Gift of his presence on this earth and that he paid the ultimate price to keep our community safe. He was a Blessing to so many who he never met and who never met him. May God give you Peace and Comfort during this difficult time.
With Deepest Respect,

Billie Yaeger

December 31, 2011

To the family of ARNULFO CRISPIN a fallen hero, may THE LORD hold you in his mighty hand and comfort you in this most difficult time. Our whole community has lost a bright young star.

KEITH YOUNG

December 30, 2011

Thank You for the service you provided to our community. My prayers are with you & your family

John & Stephanie Hoffman

December 30, 2011

My family I would like to send our deepest sympathy to the crispin family, may god comfort you and your family.

patrenia smith

December 30, 2011

Thank you for your service to our community and may you rest in peace. You will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Erica Gonzalez

December 29, 2011

Jerry Brookins

December 29, 2011

Rest in peace my friend. See you again some day! Thank you for your service to our community, you will be missed dearly!

Bridgett Parrish

December 29, 2011

May our Heavenly Father welcome our friend with open arms.

James Lester

December 29, 2011

With our deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Crispin family. May God bless you & comfort you in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Timothy & Donna Snyder

December 29, 2011

My brother has worked for the Florida Highway Patrol for the past 22 years. I too feel that we too are a part of this unity and family. May God Continue To Bless His Family And Keep Them Strong, As well as his co-workers that he's left behind, his school mates and all of the many lives that he's touched. May God Bless Him Even In Death.. Sleep On Brother Crispin, Sleep On... We Luv You From A Distance. JDavis

Jeanelle Davis

December 29, 2011

Thank you for protecting our community. God bless your family and all the officers who choose to serve.

Voorhees Family

December 29, 2011

I have never met you, however you have touched not only my life, but the lives of each of my three children. Your untimely death has taught us so very much. We cry for your family and loved ones...we cry for the city of Lakeland. We have lost a good man. May your journey be safe and your family be given strength. God Bless.

Donna B

December 28, 2011

I want to express my Condolences to Crispin Family as well as the Lakeland Police Department, I am praying that you all find the Strength to carry on and Always remember that Arnulfo will Always be a part of your Lives and you will Forever carry him in your Hearts. I can say that I had the Honor of meeting Arnulfo two days prior to that horrible night when he responded to a call at my house and he was one of the first responders and was very good at what he was doing and even had that smile on his face and was joking with us asking if we were awake yet because it was 3:00 am,He made you feel comfortable and I can actually say I know what it`s like to lose a child I lost my Daughter at the age of 7 and it seems like it just happened yesterday, Theres not a day I dont think of Jessica and wish she was still here with me but I know Arnulfo is taking care of her up in Heaven, They say it gets easier but in reality it really doesnt, I just keep telling myself God needed her more than I did and she went to be one of his special Angels. My Thoughts and Prayers will be with you Daily and may you all find Comfort knowing that, God Bless You All, Diane ( Lakeland Fla)

Diane Fortier

December 28, 2011

Es muy dificil encontrar una palabra que calme su dolor...pero el senor les dara fortaleza para sobrellevar su pena...dicen que el tiempo cura lo que la razon no puede... les deceo de todo corazon que nuestro senor les de el consuelo y la fortaleza necesaria para pasar este trago tan amargo..y recuerde su hijo ya esta en los brasos de nuestro senor jesus..

ma gorety rangel

December 28, 2011

December 28, 2011

i just found out you were my cousin but hearing the way everyone has said about you i feel greatful to have had you in my family. we will miss you and will always love you. r.i.p arnulfo crispin

alexis nolasco

December 28, 2011

You will be greatly missed and will always remain in our hearts.

shelly pope

December 28, 2011

Wade Marh

December 28, 2011

Still praying for the family in this time. I pray that the Angels of Heaven touch the hearts of the wounded -Amen

Katrina Chandler

December 28, 2011

going to miss you friend

victor tapia

December 28, 2011

Thank you sir....God Bless

R S

December 28, 2011

We all needed you, but You were needed in heaven. THANKS for your protection while you were here with us.

Brenda Spivey

December 28, 2011

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

PATRICIA BURKE

December 28, 2011

I am so full of grief and I never got a chance to meet Officer Crispin. I hate that such a thoughtless action caused a innocent man his life and a chance to help a community which he cared so much for. Officer Crispin gave his life and Should forever be a hero whose memory lives on forever. To his family I send my prayers in this traggic time. I hope with time you may recieve closure and be proud of the Son/brother Officer Crispin was.

Crystal Hawkins

December 28, 2011

During the funeral for this fallen hero, the angels wept and tears fell from Heaven.

Joe Scalzo

December 28, 2011

To the family of this great man, may God help ease the pain, and help you all through this loss. To all Law Enforcement Officers, thank you for all that you do. Please be safe out there, life is so precious, and can be gone too soon.I had a brother in Law Enforcement, and his life is also gone too soon.May Officer Crispin Rest in peace.

Pamela Broadnax

December 28, 2011

RIP my brother of the badge...We'll take it from here.

HCSO Schroeder

December 28, 2011

Thoughts and prayers to the family. My condolences.

c b

December 27, 2011

My thoughts goes out to the crispen family I know what ur going through my R.I.P he is in a good place Jesus will take care of u watch over us officer crispen u will always be missed n loved by many

willis

December 27, 2011

my prayers are with the family. be strong . yur son will never be forgotten.thank u for protecting our community.

estela dimas

December 27, 2011

As parents of a law enforcement officer the same age, we can only imagine the grief and despair felt by this family. Our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Crispin's family and friends.

Larry and Karen Chenoweth

December 27, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Crispin's family, friends and fellow LEO. We have family that's a LEO and it breaks my heart to see what this family is going through. May God wrap His arms around all those who are hurting and help comfort them and give them peace. To Ofc.Arnulfo Crispin we thank you for your dedication and service to our community. May you RIP. Godspeed.

Mr. & Mrs. Boucher

December 27, 2011

Heart Broken

December 27, 2011

IT IS WITH A HEAVY HEART THAT I OFFER MY SYMPATHES TO YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME. I HAVE LOST SEVERAL OFFICERS AND FIREMEN IN THE PAST FEW YEARS AND IT DOES NOT GET ANY EASIER. QUE VAYAS EN PAZ HERMANO. SEGUNDO A. CARREÑO

SEGUNDO ANGEL CARREÑO

December 27, 2011

I want to wish the family and friends my HEART thought PRAYERS and sympaty to a good man that was taken toon soon from this world. GOD BLESS THE FAMILY.

RICHARD SHANK

December 27, 2011

Officer Crispin, Thank you for your dedication and desire to serve your community...we will be forever grateful.

My continued thoughts and prayers for the Crispin family...we can not know the pain you are feeling, but we mourn the loss of your loved one with you.

Abby

December 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the Family Of Officer Arnulfo Crispin and his fellow Officers at the Lakeland Police Department. My son was a friend of Officer Crispin and to him he was a wonderful,wonderful person. Everyone loved him.....but God loved him more.....

With Deepest Sympathy, Carmita Branch & Family

December 27, 2011

We will ALWAYS be grateful to you for your service you gave to our community..and the FULL MEASURE you paid to keep this community safe...Now you can Rest in Peace in Heaven with our Savior, Jesus Christ,Officer Arnie..You and your family will always be in our prayers...

Mary and Mike Tolento

December 27, 2011

my prayers are with your family

ANN GRAHAM

December 27, 2011

as a former law enforcement officer, my heart is saddened when it happens to someone who has taken that oath to protect and serve. may officer crispen rest in peace

kay shelby

December 27, 2011

An angel was called home December 21, 2011. My GOD shower your family with love and comfort. To OFFICER ARNULFO CRISPEN. Thank you for the service you provided to the city of Lakeland Florida. You were placed here to touch lives and spread love which you did and your reward was to live the remainder of your life with our Lord. Your parents was blessed to have you as son. RIP!!!

Doris Sealey

December 27, 2011

May the family of officer Crispen find comfort in the Holy Spirit now and in the days to come. He took a report of a break in at our home. He was polite and professional. He was a sharp young man.

Tony Murphy

December 27, 2011

My thoughts & prayers are with the Crispin family & our officers at LPD. With deepest sympathy...

W C

December 27, 2011

Officer Crispin has faithfully served his community and is now 10-8 in a better place. RIP forever

Eric

December 27, 2011

May the Crispin family find peace after this tragedy. Rest in Peace, Officer Crispin. Thank you for your service.

Jennifer C

December 27, 2011

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the Crispin Family and Family at the LPD. We pray that God will comfort you all and give you peace during this difficult time

Sheila & Randy Prevatte

December 27, 2011

You have paid the ultamite price for us. My prayers and thoughs will forever be with your family and true friends who will never forget you and the price you have paid. Thank you.

Susan Willis

December 27, 2011

May the Crispin family find peace and comfort in God's love at this difficult time. My heart goes out to you and all the families of our fallen heroes. God bless.

Rhonda Simon

December 27, 2011

Mis oraciones y pesamientos estan con la familia Crispin y con todos los policias de este condado. Descansa en paz Arnulfo. Tu memoria estara con todos para siempre.

Mrs. Tucker

December 27, 2011

My heart hurts for Officer Crispin's family. May God bring you peace and comfort.

Sandy Stewart

December 27, 2011

Rain falls like tears from Heaven. Welcomes Officer Arnulfo Crispin.
Thank you for your service.
We will be missing you.

Pam Reece

December 27, 2011

So sad to see this and hear about this although it has been years since i seen or talked to him it saddened me to hear about his death....i know he will be greatly missed..my prayers will definately go out to his friends and family...

Jessica Snell

December 27, 2011

R.I.P. Officer Crispin....
" Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.." John 15:13 KJV :'(

JustWeezie Burnett

December 27, 2011

Officer Crispin, thank you for serving. To the Crispin Family, our prayers are with you.

Andres & Maria Figueroa

December 27, 2011

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

Cindy Gayheart

December 27, 2011

My thoughts and Prayers are with the family and the LPD extended family.

John Adams

December 27, 2011

Rest in peace, Brother. You will be missed.

Christine Cloud

December 27, 2011

Our Thoughts and Prayers to the Crispin Family. May God bless the family
From Barbara Castro and Family

Barbara Castro

December 27, 2011

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

Patsy Komsie

December 27, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with Officer Crispin's family and our Brothers and Sisters at the Lakeland Police Department. May God bless his family and the department. Rest in peace Officer Crispin.

Tim & Kerri Powell - Former LPD179 & LPD201

December 27, 2011

may the lord be with you all on this sad day, but the lord will hold your hands though all this and the days ahead; my heart and prayers are with all your family and those at the police station; god bless you all; and thank you for your servive; inJESUS NAME AMEN;

carol russo

December 27, 2011

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Debbie Solomon

December 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...RIP Officer Crispin

Jessica D

December 27, 2011

You are in my heart and prayers. I married a girl from Mulberry. My God be with your family.

Jerry Haire

December 27, 2011

Our hearts go out to the Crispen family.As a Mulberry person myself he is part of my family to. I now live in Donalsonville Ga.Crispen family you are in our hearts and prayers.

Mary Haire

December 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the Crispin Family, co-workers, and friends of Officer Crispin. May God Bless and keep you all through this very difficult time. May you find peace and comfort knowing that you have an angel in heaven looking down on you. RIP Officer Crispin...and thank you for your service.

Susan

December 27, 2011

Thoughts and prayers with the Crispen family and the Lakeland Police with the loss of an excellent officer.

k webb

December 27, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Crispin family..

Shirley Barrett

December 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Officer Crispin's family and the Lakeland Police Department. May God bless his family and agency. Rest in peace Officer Crispin.

D. Kelly #2537
Deputy Sheriff
Highlands County Sheriffs Office
Sebring, FL

D. Kellt

December 27, 2011

Mi mas sentido pesame a la Familia Crispin por su perdida, mis oraciones estaran con ustedes y recuerden que el Oficial Crispin esta en mejor lugar, donde la Paz y la Alegria abundan, Que Dios los Bendiga.

Fernando Cancel

December 27, 2011

May God be with your spirit

margaret roberts

December 27, 2011

To the family of Officer Crispin, be strong in the Lord. We pray for your strength and comfort during your time of lost.

Mr. & Mrs Kenneth Jones

December 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today. Your son sacrifice his life for our streets to be safe. Thank you Officer Crispen.

Denise Newcomb

December 27, 2011

Farewell Officer Crispin, Peace, Love and God be with you and your Family...Amen

Monica Roberts

December 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers for the Crispin Family and LPD and friends. You will never be forgotten.. God bless you.
~Nancy F. Mulberry,Fl

December 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family my brother in blue, may you rest in peace. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. We will take the watch from here.

~Jason Gates

December 27, 2011

Praying for your family during this time.
Thank you to Officer Crispen for your service.

Melinda Armstrong

December 27, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers to your family and to your community. It is a sad day when a fine, good, decent person who has pledged his life to protecting his community dies in the pursuit of that commitment. Your family and community have suffered a great loss.

Anne P

December 27, 2011

Officer Crispin is at peace now. God Bless his family. And thank you to all officers who put their lives on the line everyday. J. Hopkins, Lakeland

December 27, 2011

Officer Crispin and family. Thank you for your service to the community and for making the ulitmate sacrifice. may god bless you.

ed brett

December 27, 2011

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the Crispin Family and Officer Crispins Family at the LPD..I pray that God will comfort you all and give you peace during this difficult time..

Sheila Barrett

December 27, 2011

For now we know that words can't begin to heal the pain that you all must feel. However, it is our hope, from one public servant's family to another, that you all will come to a peace knowing that all is well with Officer Crispin's soul. Well done my good and faithful servant. May the blessings of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your family forever. The Scruggs-Weston family (St. Petersburg, Fl & Orange County Corrections)

Maria Scruggs

December 27, 2011

May God Bless you and your family during this time. Thank you for all you did to help our community be a safer place to live. God Bless All Law Enforcement as they put their lives on the line each and every day for us. We appreciate all you do.

Annette Harris

December 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers go out to Officer Crispin's family. May you find peace, and comfort in knowing he is in a better place. *Signed* Mulberry Resident

December 27, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers for the CRISPIN family and LPD.
Rest in Peace ARNIE - Your sacrifice will never be forgotten!

Scott, Lisa & Taylor Boyd

December 27, 2011

God Bless this fallen officer and his family. Our family will remember him and his kind soul. I pray his family can have peace in knowing what a positive influence he was on so many other people, including my children.

J Wheatcraft

December 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Officer Crispin. God bless you.

Sheila McGhin

December 27, 2011

You were a wonderful policeman. You served our community well. Thank you for your beautiful smile that touched so many people. May God's peace surround your family and Lakeland Police Dept as they say their goodbyes.

Janey S.

December 27, 2011

Thank you for your all of your services....May God continue to watch over your family! R.I.P my brother!

Martine Verne-Borgard

December 27, 2011

God bless Officer Crispin and his family along with the LPD family. R.I.P. brother. Former LPD #127

TPD Ofc. Ron Simpson

December 27, 2011

RIP Officer Crispin. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

delfina pelayo

December 27, 2011

R.I.P Officer Crispin. I send my deepest condolences from my family to yours. I pray that the Lord comforts and strengthens your family during this hour of bereavement.
Barbie Wilson
PCSO Detention Deputy and Mulberry Native

Barbie Wilson

December 27, 2011

r.i.p Mr Arnulfo Crispin.

teresa bragg

December 26, 2011

Arnie we will miss you so much! You were a great person and we will never forget you or your sacrifice. May you rest in peace.

Luz Jones (Martinez)

December 26, 2011

From my family to yours i would like to say that we are very sorry for your lose.may you rest in peace...

teresa bragg

December 26, 2011

Rest in peace, brother. Your watch is over. You served the City of Lakeland and LPD well. My deepest sympathies to your family and friends.
Al Pasciuto
Former LPD 137

Alan Pasciuto

December 26, 2011

I met officer crispin in the year 2005, when he was still a highschool student attending the MSI program. My condolences go to all his family , he will be greatly missed,but I shall remember him the way I knew him; as funny outgoing person, Who always had a smile on his face.... RIP nuffy.

Ana A.

December 26, 2011

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