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You MUST watch this video...

In Memory of Alex Del Rio

More Pix Of Alex

Alex & Susan...
Alex and Brandon Sherwin (at the park across street from Alex's house)

One thing you should know is that Brandon "tricked" Alex into going down the slide with him...this was Summer 2008.

Picture of the line of cars / patrol cars on I-95...check out that even northbound traffic slowed down to look. I-95 was closed from Cypress Creek to Sunrise...approx 15 minutes.


Taft Street was closed in front of the burial site. Two firetrucks with their ladders up displaying a large US flag...all traffic drove under it.

Program Cover

Rest in peace my fellow Law Enforcement brother.

T.L. McDaniel

Broward Sheriff's Office

Thanks to Janette Sherwin for these photos...

This pic was taken at my house it was christmas of 05.

I remember thinking how happy I was that everyone came over. Alex told me that day that Derick had dragged him.. then he said "nah just kidding I wouldnt have missed it!"

Alex like Fay said made a room light up and that smile of his always made me happy... That was Alex just made you smile even if you didnt know what you were smiling about... I love you flaco always in my heart....

Pictures Of Alex

Guest Book on Miami Herald page

Some great comments here about Alex...

Alex's Guest Book on MiamiHerald.com

F.A.F.F.

This was one of my favorite songs "back in the day"...this is a newer version, but the words are still as good!

Friends - Michael W. Smith

I found this video on YouTube...

Watch for the second to the last image...of the "road"...

Fall For You

A song that Alex recently discovered...for "W"...



I can't stop asking myself why??? I miss you so much!
w.a.

From FAY

I was in love with you the second i met you.

I never knew i liked boys so much until i made out with you 15 times. Papi, I will miss you greatly.

You suck at Darts but always seemed to beat Derick and that's all that mattered.

The fact that you lit up any room with just entering it will be what we, as your friends, have been robbed of. besitos alex.

ladyfay1@yahoo.com

Three Days Grace

This is a rock band that I introduced Alex to...and it quickly became a favorite. We also had the chance to meet them before a concert...there is a picture of that somwhere...

ANIMAL I HAVE BECOME
This was a song that we always played whenever we played pool. Listen to the words of this one too...

LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL...

Listen carefully to the words...

There's nothing like a funeral to make you feel alive
Just open your eyes and see that life is beautiful
Will you swear on your life that no one will cry at my funeral!

Music Says It Bests Sometimes

So those of you who know me well, know that music is a HUGE part of my life.

I've always said I could find a song for ANY situation...well...

This is a video of one of Alex's favorite songs...I remember him buying the NICKELBACK CD and playing this song for me in the parking lot one night...and this was WAAAAY before it became a huge hit.



We saw them in concert last year...and the lead singer was sick and did NOT sing this song during the show...it was "my only disappointment" Alex said that night.

Sheridan...

Eric Ciera-Aguilar took this picture of the site on Sheridan...

Janette Sherwin said...You were always my secret crush. Alex You will be missed like crazy honey. I remember our last picnic at the park how Brandon tricked you into following him to the slides and then didn't let you leave. Anyone who runs after my munchkin is #1 on my list. We will all MISS you very much. May GOD keep you.

Tom DeSanto said...
We're going to miss you, Alex. You touched so many people with your 'short stories' and your laughter. You thrived at anything athletic, although your dart-playing skills always needed work!! I know you loved being a cop and you helped so many people from destroying themselves through your dedicated years of service. The Hollywood PD, and this world, will be a very different place without you...Your family and friends always knew they could count on you for that crazy smile or for a helping hand. We all knew we could always count on you. You redefined the word 'friend' to me and many others... I was honored to be your 'wing man' at times and would give anything to be it just once more. Until then, my friend, God will take care of you and find you a new one...this time with real wings....God speed, my friend....-Tom DeSanto
November 24, 2008 12:34 PM

Patti Newman said...
My heart is heavy with sadness. Alex is one of those special people you feel fortunate to know. He touched so many with his bright smile, cheerful personality and intelligence. My deepest sympathy to Alex's family and friends for the loss of such a wonderful person.Patti Newman, WFLC-FM, Account Manager
November 24, 2008 12:11 PM

Alex at Party

Here's Alex with a bunch of us at a party...this was probably 3-4 years ago?

Thanks to Fay for sending this.

Please send me any other pictures you may have of Alex that we can share here!

mx5dolphin@aol.com

This Makes Me Laugh

This song was one of Alex's favorites...for some ODD reason! Everytime it came on the radio, I would kid him about it...go figure!

Wanted to share...I just saw it on VH1 Classic (talk about timing)...

I can't embed this onto the site, but here's the link...you might be surprised...and no this is NOT one of those youtube jokes...this is the actual song!

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO!

Alex...

I spoke to Alex Saturday afternoon. We were talking about a new car he was going to test drive on Sunday before joining us all for the Dolphins game at Quarterdeck on Las Olas. It had become a weekly 'tradition' for us...meeting at QD for the games.

I don't think it's hit me yet that it won't be the same without Alex around. A bunch of us watched the game yesterday from QD and it just seemed incomplete without Alex around.

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I'm starting this "blog" as a place that we can all share...

If you have any pictures you'd like to post on here...email them to me at MX5DOLPHIN@aol.com

Derick!