Officer Down Memorial Page

Rest in Peace, Officer Burnsed. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169
February 9, 2012

Love you!

Jennifer
Widow
November 20, 2011

Continue to rest in peace Officer Burnsed, we will never forget the heroes who gave their all for us, and you are a hero.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

Deb
October 26, 2011

Happy Birthday Lil' Roy , Dad planted a beautiful Live Oak in your memory this morning. Big and strong just like you, we miss you so much, we love you so much! Not a day goes by that you are not thought of in a very special way! All our Love until we meet again. Dad, Mom Stacy,Loren and Casey XXXXXOOOOO

Brenda Burnsed
Mother
July 17, 2011

Happy 35th Birthday! Love You
Jenn

Jennifer Nichols
Widow
July 17, 2011

Just thinking about you....Love & miss you, can't believe it will be 10 years in October.

Jennifer
Widow
February 1, 2011

Jennifer,
My first husband was killed in the line of duty just 23 days before Roy died. He was a NC State Trooper. I think ODMP was relatively new then as it was several months later before I learned of this site. I hope you have found the strength to move on with life and have as much happiness as possible while still having a hole in your heart. I kept telling myself to live like my husband would have wanted me to live - not depressed or angry the rest of my life. So with the grace of God, I have been able to find peace and happiness in life again. My prayers are with you and the rest of Roy's family as we get ready to start another year without our loved ones!

Denise
Survivor of Trooper Calvin Taylor
December 29, 2010

Remembering our beautiful angel today, nine long years have passed and you are missed and loved more than words can say.Our wonderful memories of you keep us going they become more precious everyday. And as you look down upon us we know you are not far away we love and miss you with all our hearts Dad, Mom, Stacy, Carlos, Loren and Casey XXXXXXOOOOOO

Anonymous
October 26, 2010

Mrs. Burnsed, may you know that we have not forgotten your HERO. Time does not take the pain in your heart away, but it does ease. Thank you Officer Burnsed for your service, dedication and protection to all.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02
Union County SO, Lake Butler, FL

Anonymous
October 26, 2010

Happy Birthday Lil Roy today you would be 34 years young we miss you so much I can still see your big smiles and your feel your big hugs, we will always hold your love in our hearts forever. We planted another Live Oak tree in your memory today it will grow big, strong, and live in your memory for many, many years all our love always and forever Dad and Mom XXOO

Dad and Mom
July 17, 2010

Roy,
I still think of you all the time, and miss you so much. You will always live forever in my heart, brother.

Always
Rick

Officer Rick Scilabro
Fomer FWC Officer / Temple Terrace Officer
March 12, 2010

I think of you often Roy. You were a great person and a wonderful friend. Thanks for the memories. I love you man.

Patrick

Patrick Hilderbrand
Friend
December 5, 2009

As I sat & read of an Alabama Officer who was killed last night, my thoughts turned to you. Just wanted to leave a post to say that you are still much loved & missed!
Jenn

Jennifer Nichols
Widow
December 4, 2009

I Love & Miss you Roy!
Jenn

Jennifer Nichols
widow
October 26, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 8th 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.

To your loved ones: I understand the anquish of losing a beloved and know the hurt never goes away...the pain and the pride are forever. To your parents: Losing a child must surely be one of life's greatest sorrows and forever alters your life. I pray for solace for each of you.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous
October 26, 2009

Our dear son you are missed so much every day that goes by, we are so blessed to have had 25 years of wonderful memories. We love you with all our hearts always and forever. Love You Dad and Mom XXXXOOOO

Roy and Brenda Burnsed
Father and Mother
August 1, 2009

I can't believe it's been 7 years. I love & miss you!

Jennifer
Widow
October 26, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Cadets of the Basic Recruit Class 333 of Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy, Tallahassee, FL, thank you for your sacrifice.

Cadet Strzalkowski
Pat Thomas Law Enforcement Academy
March 30, 2008

YOU MADE US ALL PROUD IN BLOUNTSTOWN, FROM FOOTBALL TO YOUR SERVICE AS A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER. IT WAS FUN TO WORK WITH YOU BACK HOME. I HOPE TO MAKE YOU PROUD. I'LL SEE YOU WHEN I GET UP THERE. HELP WATCH OVER US DOWN HERE.

recruit jon greene
fwc
February 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
December 12, 2007

I love & miss you Roy.

Jennifer
Widow
October 25, 2007

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service.

Pat Van Den Berghe
Manchester, NH
October 24, 2007

Rest in piece Roy. Jennifer my heart and prayers go out to you and your family. J. Tango F.W.C. class #1

ofc J. Tango
hollywood pd
September 19, 2007

God bless the family of this hero. He will never be forgotten, but admired and lives on in the hearts of many.

Mother of Sheriff in California

July 22, 2007

Happy Birthday Roy. I Love You!
-Jenn

Jennifer
Widow
July 17, 2007