Officer Down Memorial Page

I love & miss you so much.

Taylor
Niece
March 11, 2012

Kilonzo, you are truly missed. Yesterday, I looked at the the academy cadets get ready for their graduation and thought of you. Your graduation was last one I attended. That was the last time we spoke. I guess I just cannot bring myself to go because of that. We attended College together and I felt like we would work together. I don't know. It still feels so wrong. You were a very good person and a very good friend. I was blessed to know you.

Sgt. Miranda Craig # 2271
Prince George's County Police & Friend
January 5, 2012

I love and miss you Uncle Kilonzo.

Taylor
Niece
December 12, 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
November 11, 2011

I am sitting here listening to one of our favorite groups...."Guy" and we are listening to "long Gone"...See how I said WE......I think about you all the time. Think about that day all the time. I miss you a lot, and what you gave us. Since we met at age 14 @ Carroll HS just learning life....who would have thought that me, you, Andre, and Eric will end up being best friends. Even though you were to be a groomsman for my wedding and could not be there physically...you were there spiritually because we walked in and saluted you on a song that you mentioned to me for my wedding that I could not find until about a month or two before the wedding. Love ya! Miss ya!

George

George Brownlee
Friend
October 6, 2011

What I remember most about you Kilonzo was your love for music. The times you hung with you boys from "Destination". Your passion for music was inspiring. You are always thought of.

LaTanya
High School classmate and dear Friend

LaTanya
Friend
August 12, 2011

It is hard to believe it has been 10 years since we lost our classmate and friend. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten, you are a true hero. Session 93..Standing Tall, Protecting All

Cpl. Adam Wyatt #2604
PGPD Session 93
November 21, 2010

I can't believe it's been ten years since I last saw you. It's sad that you weren't able to see me graduate, or go to my first prom, or even get my liscense but I know you were there with me in spirit. I drove you car till her ending days and made sure to treat her good, like you did. I named her Zo after you so everyone would know and remember who had her first and who was there with me behind the wheel making sure no harm came to me. I love you and miss you dearly.

Ashley
Niece
April 23, 2010

Another year has passed and you're still on my mind all of the time. I miss you and your laugh. I look forward to the day when I see you again. I'll never forget you, you were a very special friend and a very special person. All my love...

Teresa Steele
A Forever Friend
November 10, 2009

9 years ago today... I still remember that day, the phone call, the funeral, the sacrifice you made. Rest easy knowing that we have not forgotten you.

Classmate
PGPD Session 93
November 10, 2009

its been almost 9 years since he passed and i still cant get over it not even a little bit. For English class we are doing an alphabet book and he's my letter K. Even when i write all the things that i remember about him i still cry even when i came here to look at other things i wrote i started to cry because its so hard to not think about what life would be like if he was still here, but i miss him truly in every way the jokes he would tell, even the way he smelled. i miss you so much! love always Tay <3

Taylor
niece
January 26, 2009

I THINK OF ALL OF OUR CLASSMATES THAT HAVE PASSED ON AND PRAY FOR THEIR FAMILIES AND CLOSE FRIENDS.IT WAS SAD TO HERE THE NEWS IN 2000 AND TODAY IT STILL CROSSES MY MIND PERIODICALLY. YOU WERE A GOOD KID AT CARROLL HS AND FROM WHAT I HEAR TURNED OUT TO BE A GOOD MAN AS WELL.REST IN PEACE, BROTHER OF CARROLL C/O 1991.

KEVIN BROCK
HIGH SCHOOL CLASSMATE
December 25, 2008

Dear Masembwa,
It is the day before your birthday and nine years since we met. You were the kid with the funny name until I was able to pronounce it. Your kind heart and GOD fearing spirit will be with me forever. I miss you!! You will never be forgotten. To the Masembwa family, especially "Moma Masembwa", I love you. May GOD continue to Bless all of you.

Cpl. Erica Johnson
PGPD
December 3, 2008

Officer Masembwa,
On today, the 9th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Prince George's County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
November 10, 2008

Masembwa Family,

You all were heavily on my mind this month. I will never forget Kilonzo. He was like the little brother I never had. I know that the loving and fond memories that you all have of him will comfort you.


RC

Anonymous
November 9, 2008

Kilonzo,

Time has gone bye so fast. It seems like just yesterday we were in the academy together. Just you and I left on the bus holding our breaths and closing our eyes trying to stay within the clearout the longest. You will always be remembered. To Kilonzo's family, remember that you are often prayed for. Kilonzo was a good friend that will always be remembered. Rest in peace my friend.

Friend from Session 93

Anonymous
October 10, 2008

It has been 7 years since my uncles passing and we still miss him very much. He will forever and always be in our hearts and be remebered for everything he has done. As this is national police month (while I'm typing this) I would just like to make a reflection in remeberance for all the fallen heroes. May they forever watch down upon us from heaven and continue to guide us.

Ashley Masembwa
Niece
May 8, 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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
February 18, 2008

i miss how much you would always make me smile, and how you would always tell me that everything would be alright, even when it's not, it still made me feel better about the situation, and all the drama. I wish that you were here today to see me shine and overlook all the drama in life.
ily(i love you) R.I.P my uncle.

taylor
niece
November 19, 2007

On the seven year anniversary of your passing, you are remembered and a special prayer goes out to your family.

Craig Figgins
Brother - SGT Dan Figgins St Charles, IL EOW 4/9/05
November 10, 2007

Rest in peace always and know that you will never be forgotten.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police
November 10, 2007

I miss him alot and when times get hard i just think and remeber him and know that everything will be alright and when i cry about him sometimes at night, i just think that he's looking down at me and smiling so i shouldn't cry over someone i will see when its my time too. i love you and miss you alot!

Taylor
Uncle
November 8, 2007

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

VanDenBerghe
Manchester, NH
November 5, 2007

Your service and dedication will always be remembered. Today we honor and salute you, tomorrow and every other day we remember you.

Cpl/1 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police
November 10, 2006

Hard to believe that has been six years... I often look around at where we all are today and wonder what you would be doing. No doubt it would be something that fit you very well. One may look at these few reflections and think you are not thought of often but please know that you are and no one will forget you. I sometimes think you are overshadowed by others because we were only officers for a short time before you died. But your memory lives on in our hearts and your name is often mentioned, usually followed by a quiet thought or a smile. I am grateful for the time you were here, although it was too short and we wish you still with us. Until we meet again... rest easy and know that we will never let your sacrifice be forgotten.

PGPD
Classmate - Session 93
November 10, 2006