Nov. 18, 2009
Re: Character Letter for Robert McGowan
To The Honorable Judge of the Court:
On behalf of Officer Robert McGowan, I am writing this letter to let the Court know of his character and integrity.
Having gotten to know Robert so well over the past eight years, I believe puts me in a position to provide you with an accurate assessment of his character.
As a partner, I have found Robert to be dependable, reliable, hard working, conscientious, honest and extremely competent.
To be honest, I really cannot think of anything of consequence on the negative side when it comes to Robert. I would have to say that Robert is a fine and well-balanced person.
I am happy to provide further information if required.
Very truly yours,
Jim Vasquez
Correctional Officer
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Letter from Officer J.Brooks
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Re: Robert McGowan
Case No. CR 07-123 R
To Whom It May Concern:
I have worked with Officer Robert McGowan over the past few years. I am extremely disappointed to hear that he is facing a sentence from a system he has upheld as a California Correctional Peace Officer.
Robert McGowan is a good man and an outstanding American citizen. He is an even better Correctional Officer. Throughout my years working with him he always maintained his professionalism and he always abided by all rules and regulations.
This is a man who many officers trusted their lives with while working on the line, inside the prison walls. I find it very disheartening that a great man is being subjected to such a sentence. I KNOW from personal experience that Robert McGowan is a man of morals, ethics, and fine character.
Just a few examples of this fine character are as follows: When I first joined the department he was one of only a few officers that took time to teach and guide me with the job, this man always took time to help out people in need; he has always been there for his family; my observations have revealed that he does not tolerate immoral behavior (he has always taken pride in being a moral person).
Robert McGowan is a good man. I ask that you please take into consideration, this man’s character and background, before making any decisions. This is a man who provides for his family, is a good partner at work, and a good friend, even a good helper to those in need, who has abided by the law that he swore to uphold.
He deserves recognition for the life he has led so far to be taken into consideration.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Correctional Officer
J. Brooks
Re: Robert McGowan
Case No. CR 07-123 R
To Whom It May Concern:
I have worked with Officer Robert McGowan over the past few years. I am extremely disappointed to hear that he is facing a sentence from a system he has upheld as a California Correctional Peace Officer.
Robert McGowan is a good man and an outstanding American citizen. He is an even better Correctional Officer. Throughout my years working with him he always maintained his professionalism and he always abided by all rules and regulations.
This is a man who many officers trusted their lives with while working on the line, inside the prison walls. I find it very disheartening that a great man is being subjected to such a sentence. I KNOW from personal experience that Robert McGowan is a man of morals, ethics, and fine character.
Just a few examples of this fine character are as follows: When I first joined the department he was one of only a few officers that took time to teach and guide me with the job, this man always took time to help out people in need; he has always been there for his family; my observations have revealed that he does not tolerate immoral behavior (he has always taken pride in being a moral person).
Robert McGowan is a good man. I ask that you please take into consideration, this man’s character and background, before making any decisions. This is a man who provides for his family, is a good partner at work, and a good friend, even a good helper to those in need, who has abided by the law that he swore to uphold.
He deserves recognition for the life he has led so far to be taken into consideration.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Correctional Officer
J. Brooks
Letter from G.Ray-family friend
November 17th 2009
Re: Character Reference for Robert McGowan
To Whom This May Concern,
My name is George L. Ray. I am employed by The San Bernardino City Fire Department as a Fire Engineer/ Paramedic. I have worked in the fire service for 20 years.
I have known Robert McGowan for several years. He is my neighbor and good friend. Our children also attended the same school. We were first introduced at the school where Robert’s son and my son were both starting kindergarten together. Robert and his wife were both very involved in school functions, volunteering for various activities and tasks and never miss an opportunity to participate in their son’s education. Robert is respected and is a valued member of our community. Our neighborhood was attacked by kids with spray paint, not only did Robert remove the tagging around the school so the young kids would not see the obstinacies, he went around the other parts of the neighborhood and helped complete strangers remove the paint with his own pressure washer. Robert is well liked and highly respected by the staff at the school, other parents and the community at large. We have also had a friendship grow between our families to the extent that we have taken family vacations together.
I am aware of the charges Robert is facing as well as the verdict that was reached. I can honestly say that I was completely confused and amazed with the jury’s verdict. I was not present during the trial, nor was I in the deliberation room as the verdict was reached but I have a difficult time understanding how the jury could have come to this conclusion. I have personally witnessed Robert’s calm emotional reaction to situations, some of witch I was impressed with how calm he remained. I can say that if Robert was to lose his composure it would be out of character to the Robert I know. He has proven to be level-headed and calm when faced with difficult and aggravating situations.
I have also seen the financial and emotional toll this is taking on Robert and his family. He has done an outstanding job providing a secure and stable home for his family. Like myself, Robert and his wife feel having the mother at home is a great benefit to our children. Robert has taken on the burden of being the sole income earner so that his children can grow up in a home where the warm embrace of their mother is never too far away. These are the things that matter to Robert, not bravado or revenge for a fellow officer. It’s an almost indescribably helpless feeling watching a man who has proven to be an honest and loyal friend, father and husband become a victim of the legal system that he took an oath to uphold. I would trust Robert with everything that matters most in my life, including the care of my children or the safety of my family.
I appreciate this opportunity to share my thoughts with you about Robert. He is above all a man of integrity and has earned my respect. I honestly aspire to be more like the person that he is today and I believe others should as well. We need more people like him in our community. In spite of this devastating proceeding he continues to enrich the lives of those he encounters.
Thank you for your consideration,
Respectfully,
George L. Ray
San Bernardino City Fire Department
Re: Character Reference for Robert McGowan
To Whom This May Concern,
My name is George L. Ray. I am employed by The San Bernardino City Fire Department as a Fire Engineer/ Paramedic. I have worked in the fire service for 20 years.
I have known Robert McGowan for several years. He is my neighbor and good friend. Our children also attended the same school. We were first introduced at the school where Robert’s son and my son were both starting kindergarten together. Robert and his wife were both very involved in school functions, volunteering for various activities and tasks and never miss an opportunity to participate in their son’s education. Robert is respected and is a valued member of our community. Our neighborhood was attacked by kids with spray paint, not only did Robert remove the tagging around the school so the young kids would not see the obstinacies, he went around the other parts of the neighborhood and helped complete strangers remove the paint with his own pressure washer. Robert is well liked and highly respected by the staff at the school, other parents and the community at large. We have also had a friendship grow between our families to the extent that we have taken family vacations together.
I am aware of the charges Robert is facing as well as the verdict that was reached. I can honestly say that I was completely confused and amazed with the jury’s verdict. I was not present during the trial, nor was I in the deliberation room as the verdict was reached but I have a difficult time understanding how the jury could have come to this conclusion. I have personally witnessed Robert’s calm emotional reaction to situations, some of witch I was impressed with how calm he remained. I can say that if Robert was to lose his composure it would be out of character to the Robert I know. He has proven to be level-headed and calm when faced with difficult and aggravating situations.
I have also seen the financial and emotional toll this is taking on Robert and his family. He has done an outstanding job providing a secure and stable home for his family. Like myself, Robert and his wife feel having the mother at home is a great benefit to our children. Robert has taken on the burden of being the sole income earner so that his children can grow up in a home where the warm embrace of their mother is never too far away. These are the things that matter to Robert, not bravado or revenge for a fellow officer. It’s an almost indescribably helpless feeling watching a man who has proven to be an honest and loyal friend, father and husband become a victim of the legal system that he took an oath to uphold. I would trust Robert with everything that matters most in my life, including the care of my children or the safety of my family.
I appreciate this opportunity to share my thoughts with you about Robert. He is above all a man of integrity and has earned my respect. I honestly aspire to be more like the person that he is today and I believe others should as well. We need more people like him in our community. In spite of this devastating proceeding he continues to enrich the lives of those he encounters.
Thank you for your consideration,
Respectfully,
George L. Ray
San Bernardino City Fire Department
Letter from Officer E.Santana
Saturday, 26 2009
Re: Robert McGowan
Case No. CR 07-123 R
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing this letter on behalf of a partner and more important, a friend of mine, Robert McGowan. I met Officer McGowan when I transferred to C.I.M in 2004 from another institution. Being brand new to C.I.M, and relatively new to the department, he immediately took me, and guided me into the right direction and always assisted me with anything I ever had a question about. To this day, I am grateful to Officer McGowan with respects to how he helped me develop in my career and in turn I try my best to do the same with fellow new officers. Officer McGowan is a well respected officer and has displayed nothing but professionalism, good ethics, honesty, and most importantly been a great partner.
I appreciate your time in reading this and hope you take into considerations when making your decision.
Thank you,
Ernest Santana Jr.
Correctional Officer CIM
Re: Robert McGowan
Case No. CR 07-123 R
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing this letter on behalf of a partner and more important, a friend of mine, Robert McGowan. I met Officer McGowan when I transferred to C.I.M in 2004 from another institution. Being brand new to C.I.M, and relatively new to the department, he immediately took me, and guided me into the right direction and always assisted me with anything I ever had a question about. To this day, I am grateful to Officer McGowan with respects to how he helped me develop in my career and in turn I try my best to do the same with fellow new officers. Officer McGowan is a well respected officer and has displayed nothing but professionalism, good ethics, honesty, and most importantly been a great partner.
I appreciate your time in reading this and hope you take into considerations when making your decision.
Thank you,
Ernest Santana Jr.
Correctional Officer CIM
Letter from Officer E.Silva
Aug. 31, 2009
California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
Memorandum
Letter of Reference for Officer McGowan
To Whom It May Concern:
I’m writing this document in support for Correctional Officer R. McGowan. I’m deeply saddened by the chain of events that have occurred and I cant believe that an eleven-year officer with zero sustained complaints against him in all that time being railroaded, apparently over a personality dispute between the trial judge and the chief judge of the circuit. I’ve only known Rob McGowan for two years, but in those two years I’ve witnessed a great officer, partner, and family man. Besides the positive advice and work experience he’s shared with me in the past, I know that the accusations formed against him are far from the truth. Officer McGowan is a good officer and both he and his family deserve some justice from this bogus complaint and nightmare. Despite the obvious court violations we’ve witnessed in handling this matter, I hope that this travesty takes a turn in Officer McGowan’s favor and he’s successful in his appeal. The fact of the matter is that “This is wrong and he deserves better than the way he is being treated.”
Officer E. Silva
California Institution for Men
Ca. Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation
P.O. Box 128
Chino, CA 91710
California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
Memorandum
Letter of Reference for Officer McGowan
To Whom It May Concern:
I’m writing this document in support for Correctional Officer R. McGowan. I’m deeply saddened by the chain of events that have occurred and I cant believe that an eleven-year officer with zero sustained complaints against him in all that time being railroaded, apparently over a personality dispute between the trial judge and the chief judge of the circuit. I’ve only known Rob McGowan for two years, but in those two years I’ve witnessed a great officer, partner, and family man. Besides the positive advice and work experience he’s shared with me in the past, I know that the accusations formed against him are far from the truth. Officer McGowan is a good officer and both he and his family deserve some justice from this bogus complaint and nightmare. Despite the obvious court violations we’ve witnessed in handling this matter, I hope that this travesty takes a turn in Officer McGowan’s favor and he’s successful in his appeal. The fact of the matter is that “This is wrong and he deserves better than the way he is being treated.”
Officer E. Silva
California Institution for Men
Ca. Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation
P.O. Box 128
Chino, CA 91710
Letter from Officer C.Kurtz
California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
Memorandum
Monday 8/31/09
Letter of Reference for Officer Robert McGowan
To whom it may concern:
I would like to say a few things about my friend and partner officer Robert McGowan. I first met him on my first day at Chino Prison in November of 2000 after I transferred from Chuckawalla prison. He came up and introduced himself and welcomed me to CIM, and showed me around at RCC Central Facility. I felt like I was given a tour guide and I didn't even have to ask for one. For the next year we worked together on and off until January of 2002. We both assigned to the same housing unit, from then till February of 2009. I have been fortunate to get to know the real Robert McGowan at work and outside of work. Rob is a man that would give you his last dollar or his lunch if you needed it. He would go out of his way to stop and buy you lunch or dinner if you were at work working a 16 hour shift and you didn't have any food or anything to drink. When my son was born he put together a collection for a gift certificate to target and my wife and i were able to buy baby diapers and formula enough for a month. I have had parties at my house that i invited him to and he still shows up with more than a drink in hand, you would have thought he was hosting the party. If you call in sick out of the blue or if you are at work and you look tired or if something is bothering you he'll be the one to call you or ask you if everything's alright with you or your family. Robert is just Mr. dependable and reliable; you would just know he would have your back where ever, and when ever you needed it. This is just a few things of what is many that i can say about my friend Robert McGowan.
Sincerely,
Chris Kurtz
Correctional Officer @ CIM for CA Dept. of Corrections
Memorandum
Monday 8/31/09
Letter of Reference for Officer Robert McGowan
To whom it may concern:
I would like to say a few things about my friend and partner officer Robert McGowan. I first met him on my first day at Chino Prison in November of 2000 after I transferred from Chuckawalla prison. He came up and introduced himself and welcomed me to CIM, and showed me around at RCC Central Facility. I felt like I was given a tour guide and I didn't even have to ask for one. For the next year we worked together on and off until January of 2002. We both assigned to the same housing unit, from then till February of 2009. I have been fortunate to get to know the real Robert McGowan at work and outside of work. Rob is a man that would give you his last dollar or his lunch if you needed it. He would go out of his way to stop and buy you lunch or dinner if you were at work working a 16 hour shift and you didn't have any food or anything to drink. When my son was born he put together a collection for a gift certificate to target and my wife and i were able to buy baby diapers and formula enough for a month. I have had parties at my house that i invited him to and he still shows up with more than a drink in hand, you would have thought he was hosting the party. If you call in sick out of the blue or if you are at work and you look tired or if something is bothering you he'll be the one to call you or ask you if everything's alright with you or your family. Robert is just Mr. dependable and reliable; you would just know he would have your back where ever, and when ever you needed it. This is just a few things of what is many that i can say about my friend Robert McGowan.
Sincerely,
Chris Kurtz
Correctional Officer @ CIM for CA Dept. of Corrections
Letter from Officer C.Magallanez
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Sept. 22, 2009
Ref: Robert McGowan
Correction Officer
To Whom It May Concern:
I, Cary Magallanez, have known Mr. Robert McGowan for about two years. I worked with him in Administration Segregation (AS). Throughout the years I have known Officer McGowan, he has been a very hard working co-worker and friend. When I was accepted into the facility, and being a woman officer, it is challenging; however, Mr. McGowan assisted me in learning the acquired duties. Mr. McGowan has treated me not only as a co-worker, but a family member. He is a very reliable, caring, respectable and a family oriented person.
Respectfully Yours,
Cary Magallanez
Correction Officer #76972
Sept. 22, 2009
Ref: Robert McGowan
Correction Officer
To Whom It May Concern:
I, Cary Magallanez, have known Mr. Robert McGowan for about two years. I worked with him in Administration Segregation (AS). Throughout the years I have known Officer McGowan, he has been a very hard working co-worker and friend. When I was accepted into the facility, and being a woman officer, it is challenging; however, Mr. McGowan assisted me in learning the acquired duties. Mr. McGowan has treated me not only as a co-worker, but a family member. He is a very reliable, caring, respectable and a family oriented person.
Respectfully Yours,
Cary Magallanez
Correction Officer #76972
Letter from Officer C.Lopez
Oct. 28, 2009
To Whom It May Concern,
I feel quite honored to write a reference letter for my friend, Robert McGowan. I’ve known Robert for over eight years. During that time, I’m always amazed at his level of generosity and loyalty to his family and friends.
Since meeting Robert on his first day on the job, I was amazed how quickly he was able to pick up on the tasks of his daily duties. Robert is a very professional, level-headed officer. I sometimes call him a gentle giant. Though his large build can be somewhat intimidating, yet on the other hand is quite deceiving, as Robert is one of the most kind hearted, caring, generous, and hard working persons I know. He is always smiling and laughing and can put anyone in a good mood.
In closing, he proved to be a man of good character, and good will in the eyes of all who know him.
Respectfully Yours,
Officer Carlos D. Lopez
CIM-CDCR
To Whom It May Concern,
I feel quite honored to write a reference letter for my friend, Robert McGowan. I’ve known Robert for over eight years. During that time, I’m always amazed at his level of generosity and loyalty to his family and friends.
Since meeting Robert on his first day on the job, I was amazed how quickly he was able to pick up on the tasks of his daily duties. Robert is a very professional, level-headed officer. I sometimes call him a gentle giant. Though his large build can be somewhat intimidating, yet on the other hand is quite deceiving, as Robert is one of the most kind hearted, caring, generous, and hard working persons I know. He is always smiling and laughing and can put anyone in a good mood.
In closing, he proved to be a man of good character, and good will in the eyes of all who know him.
Respectfully Yours,
Officer Carlos D. Lopez
CIM-CDCR
Friday, July 23, 2010
Letter from Sgt.C.Borges
California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
Memorandum
Date: September 22, 2009
Re: Character Reference for Officer McGowan
To Whom It May Concern:
I am submitting this letter on behalf of Officer Rob McGowan. I have personal knowledge of the type of person Rob McGowan is. I have been present when he has saved lives of inmates as they attempted to end their own.
Rob McGowan is a person who is true to those around him. He has integrity. I have known him to always tell the truth, even when those around him did not want to hear it. Rob McGowan was always sought out for advice and those who took it were better for accepting it.
Officer McGowan has gone above and beyond what was required of him. When he responded to an emergency situation, his concern was never for his own safety, but for the safety of all involved, to include the inmates.
Rob McGowan is a person I have great respect for. I believe it is a travesty what has happened to him.
CAROLOS BORGES
Correctional Sergeant
California Institute for Men
Memorandum
Date: September 22, 2009
Re: Character Reference for Officer McGowan
To Whom It May Concern:
I am submitting this letter on behalf of Officer Rob McGowan. I have personal knowledge of the type of person Rob McGowan is. I have been present when he has saved lives of inmates as they attempted to end their own.
Rob McGowan is a person who is true to those around him. He has integrity. I have known him to always tell the truth, even when those around him did not want to hear it. Rob McGowan was always sought out for advice and those who took it were better for accepting it.
Officer McGowan has gone above and beyond what was required of him. When he responded to an emergency situation, his concern was never for his own safety, but for the safety of all involved, to include the inmates.
Rob McGowan is a person I have great respect for. I believe it is a travesty what has happened to him.
CAROLOS BORGES
Correctional Sergeant
California Institute for Men
Letter from Officer C.Glasgow
State of California-Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Wednesday, 23rd,Sept. 2009
Re: Robert McGowan
Case No. CR 07-123 R
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing this letter on behalf of Robert McGowan, I have had the pleasure of knowing him for approximately 9 years.
When I first started at the California Institute for Men (CIM), Chino, I was a medical technical assistant (MTA), which is a nurse with some custody training. Officer McGowan was an officer, who was always one of the first officers to offer to walk with me on the tiers, so I could pass medication to the inmates.
Officer McGowan was always very polite, I don’t ever remember him even raising his voice to anyone, he could be stern at times but still it was always with respect.
As an MTA I noticed that all his partners and even the inmates had a respect for him that few others could hope to receive, because of the way he talked, respected and cared for others.
Now that I am an officer I see even more why his partners respected him so much, he always puts everyone before himself, and is willing to lend a helping hand, he is someone that you would go looking for if you needed advice and wanted the truth, without the sugar coating. McGowan is someone who can talk to anyone and everyone and they feel comfortable. In general McGowan is a genuinely good person.
Thank you for your time that you have taken to read this letter. I hope you can see the real Officer McGowan, the one I see.
Correctional Officer
C. Glasgow / West
Wednesday, 23rd,Sept. 2009
Re: Robert McGowan
Case No. CR 07-123 R
To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing this letter on behalf of Robert McGowan, I have had the pleasure of knowing him for approximately 9 years.
When I first started at the California Institute for Men (CIM), Chino, I was a medical technical assistant (MTA), which is a nurse with some custody training. Officer McGowan was an officer, who was always one of the first officers to offer to walk with me on the tiers, so I could pass medication to the inmates.
Officer McGowan was always very polite, I don’t ever remember him even raising his voice to anyone, he could be stern at times but still it was always with respect.
As an MTA I noticed that all his partners and even the inmates had a respect for him that few others could hope to receive, because of the way he talked, respected and cared for others.
Now that I am an officer I see even more why his partners respected him so much, he always puts everyone before himself, and is willing to lend a helping hand, he is someone that you would go looking for if you needed advice and wanted the truth, without the sugar coating. McGowan is someone who can talk to anyone and everyone and they feel comfortable. In general McGowan is a genuinely good person.
Thank you for your time that you have taken to read this letter. I hope you can see the real Officer McGowan, the one I see.
Correctional Officer
C. Glasgow / West
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