Officer Down Memorial Page

Samuel Henderson Smith was my grandfather. My father was 8
years old when his father was killed. My grandmother Josie
was left to raise 5 children alone. My father's life was
forever changed due to this tragedy, and my oldest brother
became a police officer himself, following in his grand-
father's footsteps. My brother retired as a police captain
in Franklin, TN. God bless all who have served, and those
who remember the fallen heroes.

Millie Westgerdes
Grandaughter
September 3, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the ninety-fifth 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.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
May 14, 2009

As a Lafollette Police Officer,my condolences go out to the family of this fallen Officer. As an Agency, we want to assure you that the Department is continuing to protect the citizens of Lafollette just as Chief Smith did. God Bless .

Patrolman William Owens
Lafollette Tn. Police Department
May 12, 2006