Jesse Cano, 32, a lifetime resident of Waco, left this world too soon Friday, August 23, 2024.
Funeral Service: 11AM Friday, August 30 at Greater Waco Baptist Church, 912 E. Loop 340, Waco, TX 76705. CLICK HERE to view the Live Stream of the service.
Jesse was born December 30th 1991 in Waco, Texas. Throughout Jesse’s short life, he always strived to serve his community and country. After graduating from UT of Austin with a bachelor’s degree, Jesse joined the US Army and served two active-duty deployments abroad. He continued that life-long service to others at home by becoming a police officer in his hometown of Waco. In recent years, he was extremely proud to become a member of the SWAT team as an explosive breacher specialist. He had recently qualified for a Sergeant’s promotion.
Though in his life, Jesse’s greatest joy was becoming a husband and soon to be father. On a trip to Mexico, he met the love of his life and future wife Tammika Cano. After a whirlwind courtship including numerous travels together abroad and to each other’s respective countries, they were married February 1, 2020.
For someone so young in years, Jesse lived a life far greater than most could imagine. The people who knew and loved him in life will keep his memory alive in their hearts and by continuing the work he devoted so much of his life to. Most of all, his unborn child will carry on his name and his legacy.
Jesse was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Reynaldo Garza Ortiz and Margaret Alonso Ortiz.
He will be insurmountably missed and is deeply loved by his mother, Racheal Cano; father, Juan Cano; brothers, Mario Cano and Juanito Cano; sister, Brittany Cano; and his cousin, Andrew Aleman, whom Jesse loved as a brother; nephew, Juan Cano; niece, Kya Cano; niece, Betty Cano; aunt, Maria Flores; cousin, Mariel Flores; cousin, Miriam Flores; cousin, Dalindo Galndo; and sister-in-law, Shyrees Thompson.
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Tamika, praying for you and your family through this difficult time. God is with you and will carry you through each day, weeks and months to come. May He give you much comfort and strength.
I am deeply saddened to hear about Jesse’s passing. He was more than just a brother-in-arms; he was a true friend and a man of great honor. We shared countless moments, and I will forever cherish the memories we made together. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time. If there’s anything I can do, don’t hesitate to reach out.
With deepest sympathy,
Chase Greenwalt
Jesse was a friend and a good servant to his country and community. My condolences for his passing. I pray that our heavenly Father will grant you peace in this time of mourning.
Heartfelt thoughts, prayers, and condolences. To Juan Cano family.
Ganó is a good cop and a great friend. He will truly be missed. Also , I hope his family remember’s the good times they had together. Had a big personality that could fill the room. Cano is the only person I’ve seen who actually prayed with a suspect we had in custody.
My prayers are with you and your family. This is not easy but with the help of almighty God, King of Kings and Lord of Lords, He will comfort you, guide you, protect you, watch over you and continue loving you in Jesus name, amen
I am incredibly sorry for your loss and I’m thinking of you and your family. I worked with Cano the last four years at Waco Pd and I just wanted you to know the impact he had on those of us who had the privilege of working with him.
He was incredibly good at his job and was a role model for so many of us. But more importantly, he was extremely positive every day and was an uplifting presence in a profession where it is so easy to have a negative outlook. He was also very generous with his time and helped new officers as often as he could.
The impact he had on our lives and how he made us feel will not be forgotten.
My heart and prayers are with the family.
There are no words to express but my prayers to each
Praying for peace, comfort and love in this time of mourning to the Cano family. Officer Cano was truly a hero and had a passion for serving and protecting our community. He will be missed very much and remembered for his valiant service. It’s not a goodbye but see you again Officer Cano.
May he rest in peace and rise in glory!
Officer Cano was one of the best around. The best around! He treated everyone with love, respect, and care. I’ve had calls for service with OFC. Cano, in my professional life and personal life. Last I spoke with him was at a SWAT Training at Hawaiian Falls. He checked on me as always, and made sure I was okay. A hero, my hero! Officer Cano you will be missed but your legacy will carry on.
Brother and friend.
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So sorry for your loss.Prayers and thoughts to you and the family
I’m in shock to hear off thr passing of your husband Tammika, pray for comfort and healing, take care of the parts of him that hr left you to cherish
Tammika,
We are saddened to hear of your loss of your beloved husband Jessie. There are no words that can make this time any easier for you but just know we are thinking of you and your family during these difficult times. Hold on to the great memories that you’ve had shared together.
Rob & Dolly