Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Congratulations Officer Joseph
Yesterday Los Angeles Police Department Officer Deon Joseph made the list of PARADE Magazine honorable mentions for Police Officer of the year. I don’t know the winner, Officer Roy Gilbert of Detroit, but he must be some kinda guy to out do our local hero Officer Joseph.
Officer Joseph has the eyes, ears and hearts of our skid row community. When a patient was dumped at the Los Angeles Mission several months ago he was on the scene instantly with help and concern. He is always looking for ways to improve our community and serve the needs of its citizens.
His leadership to start “Just Like You” demonstrates that his uniform and the calling it represents means more to him than a just picking up a paycheck. It is clearly a commitment to excellence and a spirit of service.
The board and staff of the Los Angeles Mission add our support and appreciation to PARADE Magazine’s recognition of this outstanding officer and a gentleman, too!
--Herb Smith, President
Officer Joseph has the eyes, ears and hearts of our skid row community. When a patient was dumped at the Los Angeles Mission several months ago he was on the scene instantly with help and concern. He is always looking for ways to improve our community and serve the needs of its citizens.
His leadership to start “Just Like You” demonstrates that his uniform and the calling it represents means more to him than a just picking up a paycheck. It is clearly a commitment to excellence and a spirit of service.
The board and staff of the Los Angeles Mission add our support and appreciation to PARADE Magazine’s recognition of this outstanding officer and a gentleman, too!
--Herb Smith, President
