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Priscilla Gonzalez Padilla wrote on Oct 31, 2008 8:32 PM:

" I'm very sadden by Marc's lost. I think about Marc daily. I'm shocked and still can't believe he would opt for this way out.
Me and Marc were only close in middle school. Leaving notes in each other boxes in class. He is and always will be someone to remember. Regardless of how it ended: Marc is and had been a blessing to have the honor of knowing. He was shy but once he opened up he was an amazing person.
Adele thank you for giving Marc life. Marc has touched and left his imprint on many hearts. It was a blessing to know him. You had a wonderful son. May god be with you and your family. "

To Marcs friend wrote on Oct 30, 2008 10:16 AM:

" Wow are you serious. Dude somethings dont really matter after the fact. Between you and Anglia, maybe this blog is a bad idea. People are not going to like that comment, true or not. "

Marcs Friend wrote on Oct 29, 2008 9:10 PM:

" As I read these comments I can see that Marc was well liked by people. There are rumors going on about what or why it happened. To the person that wrote that Marc loved his wife and his wife loved him, you got one part of that correctly. Marc did love his wife very much. I wish Marc would have been able to handle the situation differently - but to Marc his wife was his life and he expressed it with his actions. Marc RIP "

Angela Sutton wrote on Oct 28, 2008 9:42 PM:

" Open your eyes and your ears, there is negative talk on this blog and in the community. Maybe I shouldn't have called the blog "stupid" sorry if I offended you...I am entitled to my opinion too, so you "back off"! "

xfest wrote on Oct 28, 2008 9:16 PM:

" I have to point out that Marc was a very respectable officer and person. I think that it is safe to say that the people who would have had the option to do what they could to help him tried, did, or would have if they knew that he was having hard times or needed help. For anyone to assume
that someone could have stopped his desicion makes no sense. Frankly Marc took his reasons with him thus there is no need to point fingers or make false accusations. This is a place that people that knew Marc can share memories and somehow try to come to grips with what happend. This is not a place for people who obviously have no clue what was going on to vent and ramble in disrespect of him, his family or his co workers as I am sure that they all cared very much for him. They are all dealing with a tramatic event we all need to show some compasion.... "

To Anglea wrote on Oct 27, 2008 2:23 PM:

" This is not a stupid blog it is people that knew marc talking about times had with him. There is no negative talk just memories so back off. "

Duder Ruder wrote on Oct 25, 2008 11:47 PM:

" I worked with Marc..... I laughed with and at Marc. He had a great personality. He was firm when he needed to be, then the most kind and gentle person as well.
We (dispatch) shared alot of good times with Marc. The guys at work would tease him about wearing a SKIRT... his first job in Law Enforcement for those of you who did not know was being a Dispatcher....
Marc would reply to them ITS SHORT AND BLUE!!! :) Next time that we are having a hard time with a caller we will always remember what Marc would say...." Ma'am I'm just the dispatcher!" That saying will never leave the center. :)
I was working the day the incident took place as well as several others who had worked with Marc. Nothing was said. We all had the biggest holes in hearts.... instantly. We will work, as a team on mending them. I hope that the negative e-mails stop about Marc and his wife. She loved him, he loved her.
He was one of the most hardest working Officers Payette City had and thats all that anyone needs to know.
I ask that you pray for his wife, both of their families and Marc's close friends. Pray that the peace can be found in our lives that Marc has finally found in his. "

OHS Classmate wrote on Oct 25, 2008 4:46 PM:

" as Marc and I were not extremely close in school, and were also seperated by several grades--I can attest that even with me, as with everyone, he was a great guy with a giant heart and fun presence. I read this news today and was saddened---and flattened--as it's always the good ones that go early. I remember the last time I ran into him while home for the holidays....as former classmates gathered round...he ended up together at the bar and he made sure to check in with me--and see how life was going. I am glad we had those words...and my prayers go out to his family in this time of bizarre endings and insurmountable pain. "

Ernesto Guijarro Jr wrote on Oct 24, 2008 8:44 PM:

" I was informed today about the tragedy of the loss of life of Marc Navarro. I had the pleasure of visiting with him while he and his wife including my cousin's family came down to Los Angeles for a vacation. He hadn't changed a bit. Still easy going, humorous, and a all around good fellow. I admit I was quite shaken by the news, and asked myself why? We may never know, but one must believe he is being taken care of now by his maker. I hope to see you again some day Marc, and may your spirit rest in Peace. Ernesto... "

Angela Sutton wrote on Oct 24, 2008 2:06 AM:

" There is nothing that I can write on this stupid blog that will do Marc's memory justice. Anyone who really knew Marc knows that words can never truly express what his death means. Marc had tons of family and friends and every one of them is crushed (myself included). His widow is my best friend and she shattered. Her and Marc have been inseperable since high school and now she is left to figure out how she is supposed to live without him.

Ontario is such a small town and I know this is big news for everyone, even those who didn't know Marc, but please do not resort his death to gossip. It is only natural that there are questions...but the truth is, only Marc has the answers, and he is gone. Speaking on behalf of Marc's widow I can tell you that probably nothing that you have heard is true. Marc and his wife loved each other, but sometimes love isn't enough. Marc chose his fate, because of reasons deep within himself. None of us can begin to understand exactly what he was thinking, but know this: it was not because of something that someone did or didn't do. Marc chose this for himself, so let's leave it at that and let him rest im peace. "

mpe wrote on Oct 23, 2008 7:40 AM:

" It has been a week since my friend died and I miss him. He had a great smile, and infectious laugh, and was alot of fun to be around. People who didn't know him don't have the right to disparage his name or his profession. He loved being an officer and helping people, and that is how I will always remember him. Rest well, 108. "

Adele Navarro-Rodriguez wrote on Oct 22, 2008 10:44 PM:

" "Cowards die a thousands times, the Valiant taste of death but once." Marc was my son my first born. Yes I am his mother and I find this very odd that people have to express their thoughts this way. Anonymous I know who you are. And it is sad that you did not like my son when he was alive. So please stop this. Marc is a Fallen Hero in my eyes. When I was in Iraq he kept me alive. I am standing by my son and his wife. Stop the blame game and let him rest in Peace. I love my son so please stop it. He was my life. Only a mother knows the pain. I find it sad that people are acting this way. Marc loved being an officer. I remember when we gave him a ride in the patrol car. After that ride that is all he wanted to be. Yes he did accomplish his dream. So please let him rest in peace. Please do not disrespect his Memory. Marc Mom loves you. You are forever our hearts from the Rodriguez family. Our fallen hero. Lewis, Adele and your brother Lewy we love you. Peace out. Badge 108 was retired on 10-14-2008. "

JIM P. wrote on Oct 22, 2008 8:21 AM:

" SO I KNEW MARC VERY VERY LITTLE.. BUT FROM WHAT PEOPLE WRITE ON HERE IS SOMETIMES HEARTLESS. I AM NOT INNOCENT OF IT. BUT THIS IS THE OPPOSITE SIDE OF WHAT I NORMALLY BLOG ABOUT.

FOR WHAT IT IS WORTH I AGREE WITH MIKE E. PLEASE PLEASE DO NOT DISRESPECT HIM OR HIS FAMILY ANYMORE. HE WAS A SERVICEMAN OF OUR COMMUNITIES AND HELPED WHERE HE COULD. THE FIRST TIME I MET HIM WAS ON A ROUTINE TRAFFIC STOP WHERE I HAD FORGOT TO TURN ON MY BLINKER.. HE WAS THE BEST OFFICER AND POLITE THAT EVENING I ACTUALLY THOUGHT THAT THE POLICE HARRASSED PEOPLE LIKE ME. BUT NOT HIM. PROTECT AND SERVE LIKE IT SHOULD BE. "

TS wrote on Oct 21, 2008 5:28 PM:

" to Ts wrote on Oct 19, 2008 1:42 PM:

" Accidental Dumba$$. You would make a great investigator. "

Whose the Dumba$$ here?....The man is talking on the phone to the Mrs. telling her is is going to end it all, she is busy trying to e-mail people to get him some help and "then is over".....Accidental, I think not.....At any rate, it's a sad situation, it's over, no one could know the outcome, greive, then let it go...... "

lc wrote on Oct 20, 2008 6:16 PM:

" The first week has passed with the world not having Marc to brighten it. No matter how he died, this is a tragedy simply because of his age and his feeling of hopelessness. I feel very badly that he felt there was only one way for the future. Ultimately, he made some decisions he could not change. There have been accusations bandied about regarding others having responsibility for the incident or not helping enough. Please bear in mind, this was Marc's decision and the offer of help may not have changed this decision process. He should be remembered for being a great person and celebrated for his entire life, not remembered by his death. "

cp wrote on Oct 20, 2008 4:21 PM:

" Marc was a great friend, I will always remember the great times I had with him whether in tvcc criminal justice class or backstage while are bands played shows together. He was honest, caring and would have done anything for anyone at anytime and i'm sure anyone who knew him would agree. The last conversation I had with marc we were both discussing how we sort of felt out of place playing music in clubs for younger people that we were far from being on the same page as and how we wished we could go back to being 17 so we could feel the same as we used to about it. I guess Marc is forever young now and I hope he never feels out of place as he plays his music from up above. I will miss this guy a ton! "

Audelia Garcia wrote on Oct 20, 2008 2:41 PM:

" Marc was my brother it hurts so much knowing that he is gone. He was a very special person who will be missed by all that knew him. My parents adopted Marc when he was just a baby. I used to introduce him to people by telling them that biologically he was my nephew legally and in my heart he was my brother. Since there was such an age difference he was a different kind of brother. He always had a hug for me and he always said he loved me.The only arguments we had were about the beavers and the broncos he hated it when ever I brought up the fiesta bowl. Since he was a baby he had a smile that would light up a room and if he knew I was feeling sad he would tell me not to be sad because he loved me. Reading some of the comments people are writing brings me some comfort. I just checked in to see what people were saying and I was taken to another link where someone called my brother a gang banger. Please get the facts to the story before you write things that are hurting my family. My parents Antonio and Francisca Navarro would like to thank the Payette and Ontario Police Dept. for all they have done to help us through this difficult time. In trying to make sense and find some answers since this happened I remembered a quote by F. Nietzsche "He who fights with monsters should look to it that he himself does not become a monster." My brother was having to deal with something that he felt was turning him into someone he just did not want to become. On saturday Marc's law enforcement brothers and sisters gave him a heros farewell for that I thank them. So instead of negative comments lets just say goodbye to my brother who will forever be my hero. I love you Marc, you have found the perfect world we once talked about where there is no black and white,no hate and no pain. "

Marcs best friend wrote on Oct 20, 2008 12:01 PM:

" I read some of these articles and am furious. No one knew what Marc's troubles were at least to the extent that I did. Marc and I talked on a daily basis about his issues and I tried to help him through them, we even talked the Monday before he died and still I heard nothing in his voice that told me he was going to kill himself, and I am "supposed to be trained to listen for those signs". 1st I see the people that spell his name with a "K" really didnt know him at all. 2nd Marc thought that was his only way out. He told me he would never do what he did, he just told me his life was spiraling out of control, I belived him cause I didnt think he could ever do that. Now all this trash talking dosent help anyone grieve. I helped lay my best friend to rest on Sat. I had to carry his casket knowing that even I couldnt help him through his problems. People who knew Marc talk!!!! People who REALLY knew Marc have to grieve and wonder what they could have done to help. The answer is nothing!!!! Marc made a choice, neither I nor anyone else could have stopped him, for some reason he didnt feel he could get thru his issues that only a handfull of people like myself knew about. Please let my friend rest in peace and stop the blaming. I miss Marc everyday and will for the rest of my life. He is gone, and all I have left are the memories of him and our friendship that no one can compare to. RIP my friend, keep those streets safe till I can see u again. "

to Ts wrote on Oct 19, 2008 1:42 PM:

" Accidental Dumba$$. You would make a great investigator. "

Sam wrote on Oct 19, 2008 1:44 AM:

" With regard to those who feel Marc Navarro's employer (the City of Payette) had responsibility here, in identifying this problem and taking steps to prevent the suicide--it almost never works that way. Typically, your superior is your boss. Not your friend. Not your counselor. Even if he does get wind of a problem and attempt to intervene, your boss is usually not the person you would confide in or from whom you would accept help. "

Ces Garcia wrote on Oct 18, 2008 9:09 PM:

" Good Grief TS, get a grip and take your head out.....You sound like the village idiot with your ignorant accusations and demanding tone. Doesn't it even cross your mind that maybe the police are attempting to show some compassion and consideration for those left behind? We buried Marc today. It was very sad. The police were out in force showing their support. No Name, the same goes for you. You are taking a sad event and turning it into your opportunity for a soapbox to spout unsubstantiated opinions. ...don't even have the courage to identify yourself? "

Stomping Spuds wrote on Oct 18, 2008 5:35 PM:

" I went to your funeral today Mark. I hope someday we meet again and we can finaly get to do that Jam session that we always talked about doing. Rest In Peace, love and condolences to your family. "

TS wrote on Oct 18, 2008 11:54 AM:

" “Right now there is no evidence that anybody was in the residence,” Kee said. “But I’m still not comfortable in calling it a suicide.”

Good Grief Kee, get a grip and take your head out.....You're fairly certain it wasn't a homicide, but not comfortable calling it a suicide......So, is there some "new" term we should be familiar with?.....One of the most idiotic/moronic statements I've heard in a long time...... "

No name wrote on Oct 17, 2008 11:31 PM:

" The death of Navarro is a sad tell. I agree with the person who ripped Payette Police. Law Enforcement in Payette county has for a long time been a pile of garbage. The county leaders, Chiefs and Sheriff are a joke. They take advantage of their Great Officers and Deputies, then when those Officers have issues, the leaders turn a blind eye and act as if they had no clue this was going on. Officer Navarro I believe may not have told anyone he had issues, only because doing that in such a backwards county as Payette, would have most likely ended his career and castigated him from his friends and family. Face it, in that county, if your not part of the good ole boy network, then your no part of anything. "

Ben Sandoval wrote on Oct 17, 2008 8:41 PM:

" Marc was a great friend and human being, news of his passing was hard to take. God bless him and his family during these trying times! "

band friend wrote on Oct 17, 2008 8:18 PM:

" im so sad to hear about marc. he was a honest, caring and loyal friend and he will be greatly missed. i wish i could of been there for him to help him through his troubled times, but wherever he is i hope he is happy. he will always be in my heart and my thoughts "

Sam wrote on Oct 17, 2008 8:03 PM:

" Having lost a brother to suicide 3 years ago, these blogs bring back all the pain of that difficult time. It's so hard to get your mind around the fact that this individual was struggling horribly and you were not tuned in to his suffering. Every family member or friend has a regret about something they could have/should have done to prevent the suicide. I remember my wife saying, "We should have had him over for dinner more often." Probably, that would not have helped, but we will always wonder. The thing to understand is that depression is a very real medical condition which is exacerbated by developments in ones work and family life. If you have suicidal urges or know someone who does, seek treatment. Don't put your family and friends through the misery of the "survivor experience." My heart goes out to the family, friends, and co-workers of Marc Navarro. "

band friend wrote on Oct 17, 2008 3:26 PM:

" it is so sad when you lose a friend this way knowing you didnt get a chance to help or say goodbye. i hope marc is happy wherever he is. he will always be in my heart. he was a great, loyal, and caring friend and he will be greatly missed. "

OHS classmate wrote on Oct 17, 2008 2:43 PM:

" My thoughts go out to the Navarro family. It is very sad to hear about someone who felt that there was no other way and I hope that he has found peace. I hope that his loved ones find strength and support during this time. I know that many people will remember Marc and that he will never be forgotten. RIP Officer Navarro "

AW wrote on Oct 17, 2008 2:05 PM:

" Dear Anonymous--
It's too bad ignorant people like yourself have any say in anything that happens in the world. If you are such a genius and know so much about the situation perhaps you should have stopped it yourself and wouldn't have to blame law enforcement for your own stupidity and ignorance. I only hope you aren't in a position of authority with any law enforcement agencies as you don't deserve to be. Marc was an honorable person and to spread rumors anonymously with no ground is shameful, especially only in the wake of his death. You make mockery about our officers yet I bet you are the first to call on them if you have trouble. People like you don't deserve protection. They have lost a friend, a servant, and brother. Just remember, what goes around, comes around.

RIP Marc-you are a fallen hero. "

An Old Friend wrote on Oct 17, 2008 1:58 PM:

" There is a lot that can be said when people can not refrain from such comments to make this horrible tragedy even more so sad. People should have the facts and really have some class and take in consideration the feelings of the loved ones left behind. My husband and I knew Marc for years from his old band days to his job in serving on the police force. Marc was a great guy who will be missed by those who were lucky enough to know him. Our deepest sympathies go out to his wife and family. "

Angela wrote on Oct 17, 2008 1:55 PM:

" My thoughts and prayers are with the Navarro family and his law enforcement family in Payette and Ontario. Marc was an outstanding person and a fine officer. I remember some crazy times from school and will never forget you. Thank you for your service Marc--you will be missed. It was an honor knowing you. "

Billie Jo Barnes wrote on Oct 17, 2008 10:29 AM:

" I just heard last night...and I'm speachless!!! I haven't seen Marc in many years...but I do remember all the crazy times we all had as kids...I think it's sad how we keep losing childhood friends...EVERYBODY KEEP YOUR HEADS UP...things will get better!!! Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Navarro Family!!! R.I.P Marc...you will not be forgotton!!! "

A Friend wrote on Oct 17, 2008 8:25 AM:

" Marc was a really good guy and will always be remembered for the big smile he wore on his face. My husband and I couldn't believe the horrible news and can only wish he knew how many people would have been there for him. Our prayers and thoughts go out to him and to his family and friends during this sad time. Love ya Marc! "

Annon wrote on Oct 17, 2008 4:14 AM:

" One can only wonder what Marc's last thoughts and feelings were. My heart and thoughts go out to Marc's parents. One can only hope that the people that put him in that situation emotionally will do the same. "

rest soundly wrote on Oct 17, 2008 3:19 AM:

" On the 14th of October 2008, we lost a friend and a fellow officer. I can not imagine the pain that must have been felt in his heart. It is sad to see how many people realy care and would have been there for him. Sometimes pride can get in our way and keep all of us from reaching out. Marc will always be remembered as an Officer that never turned his back to any situation him and I could get our selves into. I alway knew that he would be there for any one of us at any time. No matter what memories you might have of Marc Navarro, always respect his name, his memory and the service he gave. To the Navarro family, Marc was a commited Officer who took his job to heart and always strived to do his best. Marc would have given his life at any time for any one of us, that is somthing that you can alway be proud of. To Marc, Thank you my friend for all times you had my back, rest soundly 108, it is time to feel free. "

Payette resident wrote on Oct 16, 2008 11:13 PM:

" Marc was an outstanding person who was caring and fair. His red & blue lights have been behind my car a couple of times. Marc has always treated people well and has given a lot to our communities in a job that I don't think would be easy. He always smiled, spoke to me and treated me well. Thank you Marc for your service and to the Navarro family and his co-workers, our thoughts and prayers are with you. "

PSO wrote on Oct 16, 2008 9:57 PM:

" My thoughts and prayers go out to Navarro's family. He will be sorely missed! I know Working with him for these last 2 yrs. was always fun! we had alot of laughs and alot of blooper moments that will never be forgotten. Officer Navarro was a great guy and an awesome cop! Everyone that worked with him knew that he always addressed everyone here as, DUDE, whether you were male or female. And that he loved the Oregon Beavers, and would always debate with anyone that put em down! God bless the Navarro family! I pray for them and all of us here that knew him. He will never be forgotten!!! R.I.P. Marc Navarro "

Anon wrote on Oct 16, 2008 7:42 PM:

" he was a good friend and will be missed. Prayers for the family.

RIP Marc Navarro "

de wrote on Oct 16, 2008 6:55 PM:

" Dear Anonymous
I'm sorry to see you ignorance glow so brightly. We all loved Marc and I believe that if any of us were to know we would do everything in our power to help/get help for him. I don't know why you feel the right to say such things, but learn the facts before you spread false information. I think its sad you feel ballsy to write BS with an anonymous name.
-ps- our jailers know what information can and cannot be released whether you think so or not "

Sorry for your loss wrote on Oct 16, 2008 4:52 PM:

" My thoughts and prayers go out to the Navarro family and his Law Enforcement family. I am sorry for your loss of a loved one and a Fellow Officer. Marc was a great Officer and will missed. Rest in peace Marc! "

Wants to know wrote on Oct 16, 2008 4:43 PM:

" To Anonymous: You talk as if you knew him personally. So if you knew he was suicidal, why then did you not say something and try and get him help? Why did you do nothing about it? I feel the same as mpe "Pull your head out and stop making yourself look ridiculous" "

mpe wrote on Oct 16, 2008 3:47 PM:

" To Anonymous- Marc was a great friend, an outstanding officer, and will be sorely missed by all of the law enforcement in this community. You have no idea what you are talking about- no one had any idea that he was suicidal and we are devastated. You have no class- to spout off about local gossip and try to pass it off as common knowledge? Pull your head out and stop making yourself look ridiculous! We'll miss you, Mark- Rip. "

MIke Esquivel wrote on Oct 16, 2008 3:32 PM:

" He was my friend and please dont leave any disrespectful comments thank you very much. "

Anonymous wrote on Oct 16, 2008 2:19 PM:

" When I read this article I was very disturbed that the truth of what happened is not being released. Payette County was very aware he was suicidal. He told them he was and they did nothing about this. That tells you how great a police force we have. Well I know we don't have one as other officers in the jail release private information to outsiders. "

Gonzalez Family wrote on Oct 16, 2008 2:10 PM:

" To the Navarro family & to all his loved ones! Our thoughts & prayers are with you. This is truly a sad loss & Mark will be missed by so many people! "

No name wrote on Oct 16, 2008 2:03 PM:

" Im sorry to see a great guy go so early. Marc was a very nice and repectable person, and always willing to help. So sorry to his Grandparents, family, and friends. "

So sad wrote on Oct 16, 2008 2:03 PM:

" I will always remember Marc being helpful and am tearful to hear what has happened. Him & his family will be in my prayers!!! "

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