Officer Down Memorial Page

A young life wasted. That morning I was but 24 just like you. The words of your Sarge that you did not make it forever haunt me. Justice may never be served in the public eye but the coward who did this will burn forever in hell as his final reward. May the Peace of the Lord be with your loved ones who remain and still grieve for you. I too, grieve with them for the loss but trumpet your dedication and sacrifice and thank God that we have good people who do sacrifice for us all. Evil is a part of life that must be confronted. Thank you!

C. R. Sloop
CEO , Cedarwood Marketing
May 27, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the thirty first anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service o my home state and the birthplace of my son. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
April 4, 2009

I have never forgotten 30 years later it is still a fresh memory. You have never been forgotten as a true and caring friend. I am so sorry that you did not get to live your life with Joanne and Jimmy. To celebrate each day. You will never be forgotten

Susan B
friend
May 23, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe
MANCHESTER, NH
April 9, 2008

Thank You for having served the Carolina Community.

Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD
April 4, 2008

"The Badge"

He starts his shift each day
To respond to calls unknown.
He drives a marked patrol car.
A police officer he is known.

He's paid by the citizens' taxes
To make it safe on the streets.
But he usually has a second job
'Cause a waitress has his salary beat.

Now he doesn't know a holiday
'Cause he works all year round.
And when Thanksgiving and Christmas finally arrive
At his home he cannot be found.

He's cursed and assaulted often,
The one whos blood runs blue.
He seldom ever gets a thanks,
To some he's just a fool.

His friends are always other cops
'Cause people just don't understand
That underneath his badge and gun,
He's just another man.

He knows there might not be a tomorrow
In this world of drugs and crime.
And he gets so mad at the court system
'Cause the crooks don't get any time.

And each day when he leaves for work,
He prays to God above.
Please bring me home after my shift
So I can see the ones I love.

But tonight he stops a speeding car,
He's alone down this ole' highway.
It's just a little traffic infraction.
He does it everyday.

Well, he walks up to the driver's window,
And his badge is shining bright.
He asked the guy for a driver's license,
When a shot rang through the night.

Yes, the bullet hit its mark,
Striking the officer in the chest.
But the Department's budget didn't buy
Each officer a bullet-proof vest.

So he lay on the ground bleeding.
His blood wasn't blue - His blood was red.
And briefly he thought of his loved ones
'Cause in a moment the officer was dead.

In the news they told the story
Of how this officer had died.
And some who listened cared less,
But those who loved him cried.

Well, they buried him in uniform
With his badge pinned on his chest.
He even had his revolver,
He died doing his best.

Written By:
David L. Bell
Sergeant
Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
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Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
December 31, 2007

I knew Billy personally. I met him when he was still in high school. He was a great, loyal friend and could always be depended on to keep his word. He was ethical in all ways. He had always expressed a desire to be in law enforcement and was willing to give his life to the community in which he served. That kind of dedication is hard to find. I'm sure his parents and wife have always been proud of him. I think of him quite often and it makes me fell good to know this site is dedicated not only to him, but all the different law enforcement officials who gave their all to protect and serve. Thank you, Billy, for being willing to do that.

James L. Rowe, Systems Security Mgr
DoN, Camp Lejeune, NC
December 11, 2007

I worked with officer Munalee during the time indicated.. He was a very fun guy to be around.. We sometime rode together. I remember very clear the time this took place. He He was and still is a good friend.

Jim Harrelson Sgt Ret
friend
December 8, 2007

When I was a young rookie officer my FTO took me by the place where you were killed. It was no longer a convenence store but I could still see where the bullets struck the pavement as the coward shot you as you lay on the ground even 10 years later. I thought about you every time I drove by that place. I hope one day justice will be served for you. Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service.

nc game warden
former WPD officer
September 23, 2007

This officer and his family deserve to have this cold case reexamined with renewed determination. I hope the
killer(s) can be identified.

Security Officer
Connecticut
March 14, 2007

Billy, You are remembered often....

K. E. Ramsey, Inspector
California Highway Patrol, former New Hanover Deputy
January 19, 2007

I was just a child when this murder occured, yet I still remember it occuring. Officer Nunalee's wife worked for my sister as a teacher at a private school/daycare. This case has always bothered me.

Thanks,
Ken

Ken L Woodruff
Prior Explorer with WPD and current volunteer with NHCSD
November 25, 2006

You are not forgotten, nor ever will be.

John A. Boone
Former Wilmington Police Officer
October 27, 2006

Thank you for your service to your fellowman. Rest in peace my brother in blue. May God bless you and your loved ones.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables
April 4, 2006

Rest in Peace,Sir, for Our Lord will see Justice is served.

February 9, 2006

I stop by this website often after the death of two dear friends with the NCSHP (Troopers Calvin Taylor E.O.W. October 3, 2001 and Anthony Cogdill E.O.W. May 30, 2003).

We all grieve over the lives lost in the line of duty. I hope you can find some comfort knowing that there are countless prayers that go out for your family.

These are senseless tragedies that never seem to stop. God Bless the men and women who continue to serve their communities in our great Nation.

...Gone, but never Forgotten....

Marti (EMT-Paramedic)
Haywood Co EMS (NC)
April 5, 2004