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I would just like to say i have very little memory of you because i was still a young child at the time of your death, but i would like to say your son is growing up so fast and is a very happy little boy i just really wish you were here to see him grow up, he looks so much like you and i know that your always watching him. Rest in peace Mrs.Randy

Unknown
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August 10, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the eighth anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

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

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous
December 29, 2009

i would like to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Lt Randy Gerald will never be forgotten. you are in our prayers
Brother of prentiss police officer Ron Jones EOW 12-26-2001

David
Brother of officer Ron Jones e.o.w. 12-26-01
May 19, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
December 29, 2007

You were highly respected and very loved. Thank you
for your service. Time has not diminished your sacrifice.
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

December 29, 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.
July 10, 2007

Fallen 5 years ago, but NEVER to be forgotten. "A righteous man will be remembered forever".

Joanie
Mother, daughter, sister, and granddau. of LEOs
December 29, 2006

I had the extreme pleasure of knowing Mr.Randy for most of my life ,i've dated his daughter,Kelli for 9+ YEARS, i've never in my life met a man with a heart as big as his ,whose personality was that truly of an angel.He was the kind of man who'd give his shirt off his back,to a stranger, and to all he knew .He sat an example for law enforcement every where.Along with Mrs.Gwen,Kelli,Ebony,theGeraldFamily+theLEWIS FAMILY my life has been for ever changed by his untimely demised,not a day goes by that i don't think of him .It is my belief that everyone who came in contact with him ,their lives was blessed.I've learned alot from him,his doingsand his life living.He lives on through all that knew and love him.He will never be forgotten.May God continue to bless the entire family{Gerald,Lewis} Sincerely yours, Robert James Jordan

June 22, 2006

Randy,
You are still thought of everyday. We had our B-Squad Christmas party a few weeks ago. As we have since your death we had a toast dedicated to you. I have the picture that was taken of us at the Christmas party in 2001, I was standing in a chair so I could be closer to your height. I look at it everyday while getting for work. Everyday your memory lives on. We still miss you dearly.

Cpl Elizabeth McLean
Horry County Sheriff's Office
December 21, 2005

Rest in peace, sir! You are not forgotten......

December 17, 2005

God looked around his garden and found an empty place,
He then looked down upon the earth and saw your tired face,
He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest,
It hurt us all to lose you,
But you did not go alone.
For part of us went with you the day God took you home.

March 5, 2005

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

A hero never dies...

Rest in peace, hero.

December 29, 2004

At the beginning of every shift I supervise, myself and the other officers on shift dedicate the day to the memory of a fallen officer.

Today, December 29, 2004 we dedicated the shift to the memory of Lt. Randy Gerald who died in the line of duty on this date three years ago.

When one law enforcement officer falls, we all stumble for a while, but we will carry on.

Lt. Gerald's sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Sgt. Paul Bissonnette
Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Surrey, BC
December 29, 2004

December 20, 2003

Remembering you on the anniversary of your death. May God comfort
all those who are still grieving your passing. Life is difficult at times
and the Lord Jesus wants to help carry our burdens. He gives us many
beautiful promises in His Word to help us through our valleys. I pray you
will feel His presence and know His peace. God bless!

Lynn Kole
Washington State

December 30, 2003

12-29-03, MY BROTHER IN HEAVEN. MAY GOD BLESS YOU. MAY YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS RECIEVE THE BLESSINGS FROM GOD TO CONTINUE ON WITH THIER LIVES UNTIL THAT GREAT DAY WHEN THEY ALL WILL MEET YOU AGAIN. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. A HERO NEVER IS. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

CHIEF RONNIE WATFORD-RET.
JEFFERSON POLICE DEPT,S.C.
December 29, 2003

Dear Gwen, Ebony, and Kelli,
As 2003 comes to an end and Randy's anniversary approaches, I send you my most heartfelt wishes for a peaceful 2004.
While growing up around Randy at Magic Harbor, I was truely the luckiest kid around! Although I was only 8 when I first met him, Randy guided me, talked to me, cared for me, and encouraged me. If my dad was too busy, I knew I could go to Randy and he would sort out whatever problem I was facing. Granted, at 8 years old it was probably that the "fish" wouldn't work in the skeeball machine....but he was always there for me! He was such a role model to me, my brother Scott, and my sister Tracey. There are not enough words to describe how wonderful Randy was as a friend and as a mentor. I admired him more than I could ever describe and could never have imagined our world without his radiant smile and dynamic presence. I know he would be proud of me today.
Gwen, I've seen some of the work you have been doing to fight domestic violence and I am so pleased to see you're able to use this tragedy to help others. I know Randy is so proud of how you're dealing with your loss. I hope one day I can meet Kelli and Ebony, as "his girls" were all he would ever talk about!
I miss Randy so very much and honestly do think of him often.
God Bless,
Tina Pace (Carl's youngest daughter)

Tina Pace
December 4, 2003

The Gerald Family and Friends
May God Bless each and every one of you with the strength, faith and courage to go on with yours heads held high.
I know that's what Randy would have wanted. I miss him dearly, and keep you all in my prayers often.
Much love to each of you,
Sincerely,
Tracey Pace (Carl's eldest)

Tracey Pace
December 2, 2003

May God comfort all those who are still grieving your passing. Life is
difficult at times and the Lord Jesus wants to help carry our burdens. He
gives us many beautiful promises in His Word to help us through our
valleys. I pray you will feel His presence and know His peace. God
bless!

Lynn Kole
Washington State

October 20, 2003

The policeman stood and faced his God,which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, policeman. How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To my church have you been true?
The policeman squared his shoulders and said.
"No, I guess I ain't because those of us who carry a badge can't always be a Saint."
I've had to work most Sundays
and at times my talk is rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
because the streets are awfully tough.
But I never took a penny that wasn't mine to keep...
though I worked a lot of overtime when the bills got to steep.
And I never passed a cry for help
though at times I shook with fear,
and sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place among the people here.
They never wanted me around except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord, it needn't be so grand,
I never expected or had too much, but if you don't...I'll understand"
There was a silence all around the throne where the Saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, policeman.
You've borne you burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets.
You've done your time in Hell"
(Author Unknown)

G. Houston
Fmr State Constable, S.C.

God bless Lt. Randy Gerald for the example he set for everyone in life as well as after his tragic death. It is my personal prayer that the family of this fine officer will find peace in their lives. Godspeed, Brother.

Captain Scott Wright
Mount Holly Police Department, NC

I had the pleasure of knowing Lt Gerald since I was a little girl. We are cousins and I grew up with him as a close family friend and neighborhood idol. I think about you quite often "Tater". Your smiling face and your kind words live on in my mind. I don't understand why you had to leave us in this tragic way, but you left doing what you always did; "the right thing". Kelli, Ebony and Gwen and your entire family miss you dearly and I pray each day that their heavy hearts will be lightened just a little. My Aunt Kathy and I have been talking about you a lot this week and sharing good memories, because this is the week the trial started. Anyway, thanks cousin for being such a positive influence on my life and many others. I know you are in heaven still watching over us all. You will be forever in my heart....

Jessica Chestnut Curtis
Cousin

To Lieutenant Gerald family and friends my heart and prayers are with you. May God bless you.
D. Jones
Mother of Officer Ron Jones
EOW 12/26/01

PPD, Prentiss Ms.

Randy I want to thank you for the memories you have left with all of us. I will never forget the laughs we all shared with you. Your green sweat suit at the academy, the softness of your eyes....I miss you! I miss hearing you call me son and having to remind you I am female. I miss the guidence you have given me when I wasn't sure how to handle a situation. Your kindness will be remembered. If I can be half the supervisor or person you were I will be a success. I don't think you truely know how many lives you have touched. We are all trying to be strong without you, though some days it is hard. You were and still are the glue that sticks B Squad together..that will never change. All who know you though, knows if you had to do it over again, even knowing the outcome you would. Randy, thank you for being a wonderful supervisor and most importantly a great friend.

Cpl. Elizabeth McLean
JRLDC-B Squad

He had a hard time remembering my name, but he always greeted me with a smile, and he always made me feel more than welcome in his home. That was the type of man he was, a kind and gentle giant. If he played the smallest role in your life, he made you a better person. He touched so many lives that neither he nor anyone could begin to count. I leave these words of comfort for all who may read this, especially mom, baby sis, and my friend who truly has my heart.
"Now who is he that will harm you, if you are followers of that which is good? But even if you suffer for righteousness' sake, happy are you. And be not afraid of their terror, nor be troubled. For it is better, if the will of God be so, that you suffer for well doing than for evil doing. For Christ also once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the Spirit."
1 Peter chap. 3
verses 13,14,17,18

Darrell M. Jones

LIEUTENANT GERALD,
I HAD ONLY A SHORT 6 MONTHS UNDER YOUR COMMAND, BUT IN THAT TIME I WITNESSED A SUPERVISOR THAT HAD A KNACK OF PULLING PEOPLE TOGETHER LIKE NO OTHER I'VE EVER WORKED WITH. YOUR ABILITY TO STAY CALM AND IN CONTROL IS A LESSON I HOPE I CAN OBTAIN AND NURTURE THROUGHOUT MY FUTURE CAREER IN LAW ENFORCEMENT. THE LAUGHS THAT WERE SHARED ON B SQUAD WILL LIVE ON FOR ETERNITY, AS DAILY SOMEONE WILL BRING SOMETHING UP THAT WE ALL CAN SHARE,REFLECT AND LAUGH ABOUT. THE INMATES WERE ALSO SO DEVASTATED BY YOUR LOSS AND THAT SHOULD SPEAK FOR ITSELF ABOUT YOUR FAIRNESS AND COMPASSION FOR OTHERS REGARDLESS OF WHO YOU ARE. I STILL FEEL YOUR PRESENCE IN THE HALLS AT WORK BUT SO MUCH MISS SEEING YOU THERE. REST IN PEACE KNOWING THAT YOU HAVE TOUCHED SO MANY IN SUCH A POSITIVE AND MEANINGFUL WAY.
PFC D. DAWSON
J. REUBEN LONG DETENTION
HORRY COUNTY SHERIFF

PFC DAWSON
J. REUBEN LONG DETENTION