Officer Down Memorial Page

Rest in Peace, Sergeant Reeves. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169
March 24, 2012

Steve, it has been more than twelve years since your death. You are a hero to me and a day will never go by that I don't think of you and Gilner. Thank you for your unselfish service and your courage in the face of danger. Thank you for all you taught us before and all you have taught us since.

Major Robert Willard
Cobb County Sheriff's Office
December 19, 2011

Steve;
It is still so hard to believe that you are gone. You touched many lives, and for the better. You always had a great attitude and smile. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. My prayers continue to go out to Beth and your sons.

Mark Austin
Classmate
March 10, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 11th 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 the solace of all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
July 24, 2010

Hard to believe its been more than 10 years. I still think about your "Barney" smile.

Anonymous
July 23, 2010

I know you are still watching over us.....miss your jokes...

Anonymous
July 24, 2009

Happy Birthday buddy, your still thought about often.

Anonymous
January 16, 2009

Steve you are still thought about each and every day. You are missed. Please continue to watch over those who follow.

Anonymous
September 5, 2008

So sad. Hard to believe you were only 35 and had already served 14 years. I
guess you were doing what you were born to do. My heart goes out to your
families. I'm sure no one will ever fill the void.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

Anonymous
July 24, 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
October 8, 2007

Sgt. Reeves, thank you for your service. Niether you, nor your sacrifice, will ever be forgotten.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of Retired LEO
September 4, 2007

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. On the 08th anniversary of your tragic death, may your family take comfort in knowing you will NEVER be forgotten and will FOREVER be a hero!

DET SGT, Retired
AR
July 24, 2007

It's so sad you died at the hands of a monster. Thinking of you on the 8th anniversary of your EOW.
Time has not diminished your sacrifice.

"Blessed are the poor in spirit
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
"Blessed are those who mourn
for they will be comforted."
"Blessed are the meek
for they will inherit the earth."
"Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness
for they will be filled."
"Blessed are the merciful
for they will be shown mercy."
"Blessed are the pure in heart
for they will see God."
"Blessed are the peacemakers
for they will be called Sons of God."
"Blessed are those who are
presecuted because of righteousness,
for theirs is the kindgdom of Heaven.

Lynn Kole
Washington State

July 24, 2007

AS WE PULLED YOU OFF THE CAR PORT THAT NIGHT I PRAYED THAT GOD WOULD LET YOU STAY WITH US BUT IT WAS NOT TO BE..I KNOW YOU LEFT THIS LIFE DOING WHAT YOU LOVED AND WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU...MIKE

Mike Barton
retired cobb co. police
July 20, 2007

Just met your youngest son. He is a sweet boy. You would be proud. He will be successful. You are still missed everyday. God Bless.

Shelley Bullock
Douglasville Police
July 19, 2007

We still miss you Steve

SWAT Officer
Cobb PD
July 8, 2007

I visit your gravesite quite often. You will never be forgotten. Your family are always in my prayers.

SB
Douglasville Police
May 13, 2007

Steve,
I can’t believe that it has almost been 8 years since that night none of us will ever forget. I had such a sense of relief that day when you and the rest of the SWAT team arrived to take over the scene from us. We just knew that it would all be taken care of, that no other officers would be hurt by this suspect. After I was relieved from my position on the perimeter I was speaking with DC Barton before returning to patrol. You walked up to us with that big grin you always had…and checked on me. At your funeral, Barton told me that I would never forget the conversation that we three had that night, and he was right, I can remember every word of it. You always had such an impact on my training and career with the PD. You “harassed” me and the rest of my recruit class throughout officer survival…wanting to make sure that we were “ready”; you wanted to make sure that we made it home every night. I will never forget you; I have prayed for your family and your police family, it has been a long hard 8 years for those of us that knew you. I have spent many hours with fellow officers remembering you, all your pranks, and all the stories. Deputy Lily (Cobb SO) joined you in December; I hope you guys are having lots of fun waiting for the rest of us.
We will never forget you and I look forward to seeing that smile in heaven!!!

May God Bless you and your family!

D. Shaver
former Cobb PD officer; wife of Cobb SO deputy
May 9, 2007

Warrior.

Anonymous
April 6, 2007

Dear Steve,
I didn't have the pleasure of meeting or knowing you. I have however met your wife and sons. I work at their dentist office. My husband helped Chris get his job with the sheriff's office. He is following in your footsteps it seems. He is a good young man. He is always polite and smiling. He was at the house on Saturday for a birthday party for my father-in-law. Chris is in their hunting club.There are some great men in the club that spend time with him and look after your boys.
I just look at him and with a heavy heart that he doesn't have you here.I am sure he feels closer to you being in the law enforcement family. I know you will be reunited with him one day.
My preacher said the other day, its what you leave behind here that reflects on the person you were here on earth.
In that case you did leave loved ones here that are a reflection of you ,that would make you very proud.
Bless your loved ones and rest in peace.

JulieGray
Wife of deputy Matt Gray DCSO
November 27, 2006

We still miss you & think of you everyday!!

LEO wife CCPD
August 24, 2006

I salute you for your heroism and want you to know that you will never be forottoen by those that love you nor will the Blue Family ever let you be forttoen. You are a true hero and heroes never die.

Bob Gordon, father of fallen Chicago Officer
Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Bob Gordon, Gold Star Member
July 24, 2006

Its hard to believe that so many years i remember leaving work that afternoon . hearing on the radio that one of my officers had been shot . i called back to headquarters and ask who it was. operators on duty told me that there was an officer shot with non life threatening injuries. the perp was barricated in house. i remember saying to my husband before i went to bed swat will go out and kick butt this will be over shortly. when i arrived to work the next day they told us in the squad meeting what had happen i felt like someone had punched me in my stomach.not my guys .my thoughts when to the operator that was working the frequency what could they had done to keep them safer. TODAY MY MISSION IS TO DO EVERYTHING IN MY POWER TO HELP OFFICERS GO HOME EACH NIGHT . MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY STEVE

cheryl pratt 911 center
cobb county police
July 3, 2006

Steve.......it's been awhile but you're not forgotten. I remember the day I met you in Zone 3 at the Cumberland Mall Pricent at Roll Call, you were making fun of Sgt Alex Jones behind his back and I was thinking this guy's nuts. I was right. I also remember standing Casket Duty beside your coffin thinking of our time together when you were showing me the ropes at 3 and how you were one of the most dedicated Officers that I knew. Rest in peace Bro.

Chief Chuck Martin
Euharlee PD
June 23, 2006

I visited your grave this past week. Happy Memorial Day, you are still thought of everyday. You are missed and loved eberyday.

S.Bullock
R.E.C.O.N. Intelligence Search and Rescue
May 22, 2006