Officer Down Memorial Page

Hey Sammy,

I didn't know about this site. I am at work (still at the Secaucus Police Department) and I was thinking of you as I often do. Even after all these years, it hurts as if you left us yesterday. I miss you and Mommy and Kayley so much, but I picture you all together. I love you Sammy and I wish Matt and Eric could have known you better. I have been using your name as one of my passwords for work so I always think of you everyday.

Diane Kilroy
Sister
February 26, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 23rd 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 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.

I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

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

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 23rd 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 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.

I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

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

Hey Sam,
On August 1, 2010, several of your classmates retired and I wish you were still here to decide if 25 years were enough for you too. You were cruelly taken away, far too soon, from those who loved you and worked with you over 21 years ago. As one of your classmates from the JCPD Academy Class # 51, I just wanted to say you are not forgotten and are still remembered.
'Til we meet again,
Tom Bell
JCPD Retired

Sgt.-Retired Tom Bell
JCPD
August 16, 2010

Remembering you today. Our prayers go out to your family. You will never be forgotten. Keep watch over us all.

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA
August 4, 2010

Sammy; We worked together at Fra-Tex, Sid Karp Co. and for the JCPD. We always managed to look out for each other and I will never forget the good times that we had. Especially screwing everyone up by signing everything S.R.Wilson. Your nephew Stephen T.Wilson-JCPD just finished pedaling his bicycle to Washington DC in your honor. You would be very proud of both him and your nephew Mathew Kilroy-JCPD for they have followed in our footsteps and wear the uniform proudly. We now have to look over them and keep them safe. I really miss you Sam, my little big brother both in life and on the job. I wish that my son was riding down to Washington to see you and not just your name on a memorial wall. Everyone in the family misses you. I guess that the next job that we work together will be for God. Until that time, just know that I love you.

Stephen R. Wilson
Jersey City PD Retired
May 14, 2010

At your funeral mass Father Pagnotta said that the angel of death came like a theft in the night. I'll never forget those words or the tears throughout my house the night it happened. You are still sorely missed and believe me never forgotten. I did't know that this memorial site existed. I was thinking of you so much today as I sat here and cried for the family of Detective DiNardo. Say hello to my Mom and give her a kiss for me and Kathleen too. CMC

Just Me
Lifelong friend
July 24, 2009

God Bless Sammy...Lets Go Rangers my friend ...Mugga

Mike Slane
Friend
February 28, 2009

HEY SAM, I DIDN'T EVEN KNOW THIS SITE WAS HERE, I SEE KRISTIN ALOT...SHE LOVES AND MISSES YOU JUST AS MUCH AS WE ALL DO... ITS BEEN 20 YEARS, THE LAST TIME I SAW YOU, YOU CAME TO SEE BILLY FOR THE FIRST TIME. ITS TOO BAD THEY DIDN'T GET TO KNOW YOU....YOU'LL ALWAYS BE MY BIG BROTHER AND A FRIEND....I LOVE YOU, HAPPY 20TH IN HEAVEN...KEEP AN EYE ON KAYLEY, YOU ALWAYS WANTED CHILDREN, NOW YOU HAVE OUR LITTLE GIRL TO SHARE....TRISH

PATRICIA RIDER
SISTER
January 2, 2009

Sammy:

From Sid Karps and Vallies' across the street, to Sharons house in Paramus, there's lots of fond memories. Sorry you didn't have more time to enjoy life. I believe you enjoyed what you did have, just like the rest of us. And thank you for your service.

Eddie Chevalier
Bennington, NH

Eddie Chevalier
Co-worker & friend
November 6, 2008

Rest in Peace my brother.

Kevin T Ryan
Ex- New Jersey Cop
January 4, 2008

Another year has come. Today was bitterly cold just like 19 years ago. Stay safe Sammy

Jersey City Police Dept.
January 3, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
December 31, 2007

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
December 12, 2007

God Speed, Brother.

P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ
October 9, 2007

Thanks for always being there. Rest In Peace Brother.

Anonymous
March 24, 2007

I miss you so much Uncle Sammy... I wish God didn't have to take you ... I hope you have Kayley safe R.I.P. Kayley Marie 5/12/05 - 9/7/06 I love you Uncle Sammy

Kristan Kerr
Niece/God daughter
January 5, 2007

17 years today. That was a bitter cold night today was a 60 degree day in New Jersey in January. Happy Anniversary another year closer to retirement.

PO
Jersey City Police Dept
January 4, 2007

G-d Bless.

January 4, 2007

hi uncle sammy! i know you know what has been going on... my best friend's grandfather is dying he is basically like my grandpa... it was a really tough day for me.. please take care of him because we know he is about to go home... i miss you and i love you... these are the times when i need you the most i wish you were still a phone call away... i know you are only a prayer away but its not the same... i miss you more than anything in this world.

Kristan Kerr/Goddaughter
April 8, 2006

i'm just dropping by to say hello...
i found this poem and i thought of you because you were and still are my second father...
My daddy is a policeman, he wears a suit of blue;
he didn't come home from work last night,
mommy says he's in heaven with you.

I'm worried about my daddy Lord,
he's never been away this long before;
mommy cried when she told me
that we wouldn't see daddy any more

I don't know what it was
that mommy was trying to explain;
she said the police were after a bad man,
and somehow my daddy was slain.

Now I don't know what that means Lord,
all I know is we miss daddy a lot;
because tomorrow is my birthday,
and I sure hope he hasn't forgot.

Lord if my daddy is up there in heaven,
please tell him as soon as he is free;
to hurry back home as fast as he can,
because we miss him, mommy and me.

Thank you God, Amen

Kristan/goddaughter
February 27, 2006

Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. Even though I was only 4 years old when you passed away I have so many memories of you. Words can not even describe how much I miss you and what you mean to me. You are my hero and there should be more people in this world like you. You always called me your little angel, now you are my angel. I love you and miss you so much.
Hugs and Kisses xoxo
Your Pumpkin,
Kristan

Kristan Kerr - niece/goddaughter
February 25, 2006

To a fellow Ranger Fan...Miss you Sammy !!...God Bless

Mugga Slane
February 20, 2006

On the anniversary of your death, I salute you for your service and honor you for your sacrifice.

May God rest your soul.

January 4, 2005