Officer Down Memorial Page

Somebody killed a policeman today
And a part of America died...
A piece of our country he swore to protect
Will be buried with him at his side.
The beat that he walked was a battlefield, too,
Just as if he had gone off to war;
Though the flag of our nation won't fly at half-mast
To his name they will add a gold star.
The suspect that shot him will stand up in court
With counsel demanding his rights,
While a young widowed mother must work for her kids
And spend many long, lonely nights.
Yes, somebody killed a policeman today...
Maybe in your town or mine,
While we slept in comfort behind our locked doors
A cop put his life on the line.
Now his ghost walks the beat on a dark city street,
And he stands at each new rookie's side;
He answered the call... of himself gave his all,
And a part of America died...
~~Author Unknown~~

Hannah (Schulte) Martinez
Granddaughter
April 23, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 27th 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 who was murdered in 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. I pray for solace for all that love and remember you. Your family is in my heart's embrace today. Thanks to your family for sharing their memories and devotion to you through their reflections.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
April 18, 2012

Pinpaw,
I know your going to be there on the stage with me when I graduate in May, I know your so proud of me! I love you and miss you.

Hannah Schulte
Granddaughter
April 8, 2010

Cpl. Schulte,
On today, the 24th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Mobile. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
April 18, 2009

"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
July 19, 2007

We pause to remember Cpl. Schulte and honor the ultimate sacrifice he paid serving his fellow citizens.

Our thoughts and prayers are extended to his surviving family members.

May he never be forgotten.

Major D.W. Warren
Montgomery Police Dept. - Montgomery, AL
April 25, 2007

Corporal Schulte you have not been forgotten and never will be, I know that your family misses you everyday. I have read over your reflections and can see that your family will keep your memory alive through their children, your grandchildren. I know that you are watching over them, and I can see that big smile on your face, in how proud of them that you are.
Just wanted your family to know that we will never forget the scarifice you and your family have had to make. And to thank you for the service you gave to the people of Mobile, and our Country. You are a true Hero!!
Corporal Schulte,look Clint up for me and let him know how much I miss him.

Connie Barker Fort Walton Beach, Fl
Mother of Clint Walker E.O.W. 1-14-04 Prattville, Al
April 18, 2007

I still miss you pinpaw! XOXOXOXOXO

Hannah Schulte
granddaugter
March 7, 2007

Rest in Peace, Corporal Schulte. Your sacrifice if not forgotten.

Officer 11169
October 26, 2006

I was in the police academy in Prince George’s County, Maryland when the instructors stopped class and read us the teletype that Corporal Schulte had been killed in the line of duty.

It was a sobering thought that within a few weeks I would be joining the ranks of the Blue Protectors and following in Corporal Schulte footprints.

My police academy class honored Corporal Schulte then as I again have the honor to pay my respects to an American hero.

Watch over us Brother as we continue the struggle to hold back evil.

With the greatest respect,
Brother in Blue

Captain
Prince George's County Police Department
July 29, 2006

I am so proud to be a part of your family and to have had your grandchildren. I married the wonderful man you raised and called son, and a wonderful wife I call Mom and a great sisterinlaw. And when you were growing up you were a true childhood friend to my Mother. I wished I could have gotten to know you better, but now, whenever I look into the eyes of my children, I can see you there. My last name has been Schulte for over 18 years now and I can say that not a day that passes you are not remembered. I am and always will be proud to have the name Schulte.

Holly Schulte
Daughter in Law
May 12, 2006

You are a hero. It has been twenty-one years since the end of your watch. Thank you for your service to your fellowman. Rest in peace my brother in blue. May God continue to bless you and your loved ones.

State Constable J.L. Green
S.C. State Constables
April 18, 2006

IT HAS BEEN 21 YEARS SINCE THE TRAGIC DAY OF MY FATHER'S DEATH. BUT EVEN THOUGH, HE IS STILL A PART OF MY THOUGHTS,IDEALS, AND BELIEFS IN MY LIFE TODAY. I WISH HE COULD HAVE GOTTEN TO MEET HIS GRANDCHILDREN AND MEET MY HUSBAND WHO IS ALSO IN LAW ENFORCEMENT AND I FEEL THAT HE WOULD BE VERY PROUD OF THEM AND WOULD HAVE LOVED TO HAVE MET MY HUSBAND AND REALLY WOULD HAVE GOTTEN ALONG WELL. I HOPE MY FATHER IS LOOKING DOWN ON ME AND FEELING PROUD OF HOW I TURNED OUT AS AN ADULT AND I WILL NEVER LET MY FUTURE CHILDREN FORGET HIM AND WHAT HE DID TO HELP MAKER THE WORLD A BETTER AND SAFER PLACE FOR CHILDREN. "I STILL MISS YOU DADDY AND WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU. "

DAWN ELIZABETH (SCHULTE) BRYARS
March 22, 2006

I never got to meet the man that would have been my father-in-law, but thanks to his wonderful daughter I will never forget him either. Cpl. Schulte, I know your watching over all of us.

Cpl. M.S. Bryars
Baldwin Co. Corrections Ctr. (BCSO,AL)
March 19, 2006

He is a hero to me. The man that shot him has no idea what he left behind, and he never will. He was my grandpa and i never got to meet him, but i still love him. I am proud to call him my grandpa.

Love always'

Hannah Schulte
February 6, 2006

He was my gradpa i never got to meet him, but i am realy proud to call him my grandpa

Hannah Schulte
February 6, 2006

To the Schulte Family,

I noted that no reflections have been left for Corporal Schulte since earlier this year. Please know that the ultimate sacriface made by your heroic and beloved warrior is not forgotten. Know that at this moment, my family and I have said a prayer for you and for Corporal Schulte. May God Bless and watch over you all until you are reunited with Julius in heaven.

Respectfully,

Ian Roberts - NJ Firefighter/EMT
October 17, 2005

I was with Corporal Julius Schulte Just minutes before he answered the Domestic call that lead to his assault. We talked about his upcoming retirement and his future plans. I was also one of the first Officers to arrive on the scene after the incident. To this day, I am still deeply effected by this tragic and senseless murder of a special person and a honored professional. It was a priviledge to be an Honor Guard at his funeral.

G Jeanette
Mobile Police Department
February 20, 2005

This was my father, who served his country and community in honor. Very much missed by myself, my sister, his wife and his five grandchildren.

Michael Schulte
November 26, 2003

Rest easy, brother. You are not forgotten. Thank you for your service. You are a hero.

Deputy M. Moore
Warren County S.O. (OH)
September 24, 2003