SAPD Officer Edward Ramierz:

I was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas. I graduated from Robert E. Lee High School, Wayland Baptist University, and the United States Air Force Reserves

My major influence in my life was initially my dad; I didn't want to follow in his footsteps as he was a police officer and he divorced my mom at an early age. Afterward, it was/is my wife; she is my motivator to succeed, whether in life, college, the military, and the police department

I chose to enter the military because I failed out of college and needed to get back on track with my life. I specifically chose the United States Air Force Reserves because it guaranteed a chance for me to do what I qualified for and more importantly, stay in San Antonio.

While being married and raising two children, the biggest struggle I had to overcome was working a lot between the military and the police department.

My faith continues to be challenged daily, but I continue to keep the faith. I still believe that we live in a society filled with great people who want to do the right thing. My advice to any up and coming youth who want to be leaders is to lead by example. I've adopted scripture in my leadership style. "Go Out and Lead, And When necessary, use words." Actions speak louder than words.

Volunteer organizations - ACTS faith-based groups within my church to include the Young Adults and Men's Group. One specific Men's ACTS Group is the Shields of Christ.

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