Des Moines Police Department, Iowa
End of Watch Friday, August 1, 1930
Reflections for Sergeant Rupert L. Shepherd
Rest in peace Sergeant Shepherd.
Rabbi Lewis S. Davis
July 13, 2023
Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will always be remembered by your law enforcement brethren.
Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)
August 1, 2020
I can't help but wonder of Rupert is a relative.
Deputy Mark Shepherd
Dallas County Sheriff's Office
December 13, 2018
Rupert was my Grandfather, and I still have his lapel badges from the accident, one of my proudest possessions.
Dick McNally
dick mcnally
Grandson
July 14, 2016
Rest in Peace, Sergeant Shepherd. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.
Officer 11169
May 26, 2013
I was so pleased to see this memorial as Rupert Shepaerd was my grandfather. I did a Internet search to find out more information about his and found him recognized here and in 2013. I am so touched.
I would love to hear from anyone who knew Rupert.
Susan McNally
Granddaughter via Naomi his daughter
May 6, 2013
To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 83rd anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to be among the first to leave a tribute to you. 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. Rest In Peace.
Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater
January 25, 2013
Motorman, well done my brother. Rest well.
Senior Motor Officer M. Thurmond
MPD
August 1, 2006
Rest in Peace Motorman. You are not forgotten.
Motor Officer D.Johnson
Metro Nashville Police Dept.
August 1, 2006
Rupert's badge number was 79
Rest In Peace
SPO William Trimble
Des Moines Police Department
May 24, 2004
Rest in peace motorman.
Inv. Michael Walker
Tallahassee Police Department
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