Officer Down Memorial Page

I am the son of Office Rumpf, and today is the first time I've ever seen this page. I want to thank each of you for your kind words.

I was 9 months old when my father passed on that day. I've often wondered what he was like, and have had some many questions I've wanted to ask him. I talk to him from time to time, he never answers me directly, but I definitely know he's looking over my shoulder.

I'm proud of you Dad and I miss you.

Clinton J. Rumpf
Son
April 8, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 34th anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

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

I pray for solace for all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. Your family is in my heart's embrace today.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 15, 2012

God bless you may you rest in peace

Lt.J.Pease
B.P.D
February 15, 2012

I truly honor the sacrifice that you and your family made.

Erik Edward Sherman
Son of Fallen Baltimore Police Officer Edward Sherman
July 28, 2010

A TRUE HERO!

Anonymous
October 1, 2009

Edgar, It is hard to believe 30 yrs. have passed since that fatefull day in Feb. 15,1978. We were working ther same car that day 134 Car. You told me to go home early because it was my 3rd Wedding Anniversary. I was in the lobby of Central District when that signal 13 sounded. I ran outside and the sky was completely filled with black smoke. I am forever grateful for your heroism in going in that building to save lives of children. I was just recently contacted by your son Clinton who wants to know more about you. Although we only worked together briefly be fore that fateful day. I will try to tell him some of the better days we had together and your dedication to duty. You were a very intellegent & dedicated officer with a bright future. I often wonder how successful you would have been especially with you knowledge of Texas Instruments Landing on the Moon & Creating games. I have just recently spoken to Judy & Clinton and I am planning on meeting with Clinton for Lunch. I would like to also put it out to some of the other Oldtimers from Central District to contact me if they have some stories about you or meet with Clinton in person. Again, Thank You For Giving Your Life To Save Others. Paul Scardina, Retired

P/O Paul M. Scardina
March 30, 2009

Today on the 30th anniversary of your death, we pause and say a prayer for you and those you left behind.
Rest in peace Sir you are not forgotten.
Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Deborah Roelandts (911 retired)
Oconomowoc Wisconsin

Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Town of Oconomowoc
February 15, 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
February 11, 2008

YOU ARE REMREMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE AND DEDICATION TO THE CITY OF BALTIMORE. YOU ARE A HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE. GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL THOSE THAT LOVE YOU.

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
February 10, 2008

Over 28 years ago and not to be forgotten! A true hero! God bless the Rumph family, prayers and thoughts with you.

Ret. PO
City of Miami
June 27, 2006

We ask Thy blessings and eternal rest to all our brothers and sisters
Who have sacrificed their very lives in the performance of
their duties. Give their loved ones the peace and
Strength to bear the anguish of their loss. Remove all
resentment from their hearts, knowing that eternal
peace and rest will abide their departed loved ones
forever. This we beg, Thy name forever and ever,
Amen.

Ret. Officer William Hackley
Baltimore Police
November 21, 2005

Thank you for your sacrifice

Police Officer
Ontario, Canada
August 8, 2005

I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

A hero never dies.....

You are a true American hero. Rest in peace.

September 28, 2004

I come to this site almost every night to view these Hero's that give so unselfishly so that others might live..and tonight I find another valiant Hero in Officer Rumpf..God Bless You and the others Officers

Jr. Johnson - Brother
SCHP Trooper Corporal Jeff Johnson - EOW 7/7/02

Jr. Johnson
September 23, 2004

Thank you Officer Rumpf for being a true HERO. God bless your family and friends.

Captain Scott Wright
Mount Holly Police Department, NC
September 16, 2003

In your final moments, you were truly an angel on earth. Rest well, there is finally a memorial being built in Baltimore to help make sure you are never forgotten. You paid the highest price for the Baltimore Police and its citizens, thank you for that. You will live on forever. God bless this hero's family.

Pat
Baltimore, MD

I hope and pray that I will have to opportunity to meet this true hero when I arrive at heavens gate. Once again another true hero, without hesitation gives his own for others. Gods speed Officer Rumpf

Assistant Chief Carl Wortham
Sand Springs Police Dept. Okla