Officer Down Memorial Page

I remember the shock in hearing of your passing. Though I never knew you well, I do remember you well. Thank you for your service, and thoughts and prayers to your family.

Sgt. Cathy Good
Alaska DOC
May 7, 2012

Well my brother it been over nine years since you left us and I still think about you, the sacrifice you made and the loss your family suffered. You truly were an example to us all and you have taught me to count my blessing and to live each day to its fullest. I love you brother and I will see you when I see you.

Mike Addington
AK DOC Retired
April 19, 2011

After all these years, I still remember you just like it was yesterday. You are one of the few TRULY bright spots of my career so far in corrections. You are forever in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for the memories and the motavation to continue till the very end. Love and respect you my Brother in Blue!

Ofc. J. Gillispie
Alaska Dept. of Corrections
January 12, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the seventh 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.

I can see that your family misses you very much. I am sure you continue to watch over your loving family mmbers and friends. I pray for their solace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
November 19, 2009

By reading the relections you can get an idea of the respect and love your family and co-workers have for you. You're not truly gone as long as the lives you touched are alive. I will not weep for your death Officer Hesterberg, yet I will thank God that a man like you ever existed. Thanks Brother.

Lt Amborn
MN DOC
July 9, 2009

The prayers for our family are appreciated. Everyone who has posted here has shown honor, respect, and reflected the depth of Jamie's affect on our lives. Remember to practice safety and take care in all you do and thanks agian for the prayers.

Debra Hesterberg
wife
June 12, 2009

Stand down C.O. Hesterberg, we have the compound now.

Floyd Mullens, Sr.
FCI El Reno
November 19, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this sixth anniversary of your EOW. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line. You will never be forgotten

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
November 19, 2008

I would like to say thank you for all the messages left on this site b my father's fellow officers, it is nice to know he is still remembered.

Scott Hesterberg
Son
November 18, 2008

Jamie, Next month will be 6 years since that horrible day. I pray for you, your wife and children, and wish everyone well. You're a great Officer, Friend and Partner. I miss ya man, You'll never be forgotten... Rest in Peace

Dennis Nilsen
AK DOC, Prisoner Transport, Retired
October 11, 2008

James,
You are gone but not forgotten and are always in our thoughts and prayers.
We will never forget you and your sacrifice.
Dave

Sergeant David Jones
Alaska State Troopers
May 9, 2008

It's been almost 5 1/2 years since that day, that your watch ended. I think of you now and again, and remember the laughter, the smiles, and the other times that we shared. Hope your family is doing well. Prayers are sent for them. A friend and co-worker, since 1985.

James Williams
AK DOC
April 7, 2008

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE
March 18, 2008

Thank you for your service,Officer Hesterberg.You are not forgotten...

CC3 James Stalcup
Tennessee Department of Correction
March 6, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH
November 27, 2007

It's been 5 yrs. since we lost our first brother in the line of duty. You are not forgotten and our work continues. I think of you from time to time and pray for your family, who know doubt misses you more than we do. But there is hope for the future, in a joyous reunion when we meet on the other side! Rest in peace.

Sgt. Roy Smith
Alaska Dept. of Corrections
November 18, 2007

It is hard to believe that it's been almost 5 years since we lost you my friend. You are missed beyond what mere words can convey. You would be proud of all those who still carry on with the thankless jobs corrections presents. I have moved on to North Idaho where I have finally realized my life dreams of teaching and self enrichment. School has been hard but the rewards are beyond the imagination. Please wait for me where ever you are my brother. I love you still. Dale

Sgt. Dale Eberwein Rt.
Best Friend
October 29, 2007

Hi Jamie:
Another year has gone by and I still think about you from time to time. Know that we carry on without you, and someday hope to be with you in heaven.
God bless,
Roy

Sgt. Roy Smith
Alaska Dept. of Corrections-Wildwood Pre-Trial Facility
December 11, 2006

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

Officer 11169
November 2, 2006

It is coming up on four years since Officer Hesterberg died. He will not be forgotten. God Bless his family and friends.

Retired Officer
Charlotte Mecklenburg Police, Charlotte, NC
October 8, 2006

You are my brother by choice, I love and miss you.

Joe Galster Retired
Alaska DOC
July 25, 2006

I never meet James. But I have meet other correctional officers and they have all been verry cool people.




~ Robert Dederick
Kenai Police Explorer poast #460

Robert Dederick Police Explorer
Kenai Police department.
May 27, 2006

Hi Jamie:
Still think about you, and know that you are not forgotten by your DOC family. It's hard to imagine that it's been 3 yrs. since you were taken from us. Thank-you for being a role model and doing your job so well. We'll carry on and will remember your sacrifice. We'll meet again someday, when it's our turn. Light the way for us!
God Bless
Sgt. Roy Smith
Wildwood Pre-Trial Facility

Sgt. Roy Smith
Alaska Dept. of Corrections-Wildwood Pre-Trial Facility
November 29, 2005

To Correctional Officer James Hesterberg, his family and friends, and fellow officers.

On this the third anniversary of your tragic death, please know that you are not forgotten. Your valor and dedication will be forever honored.
Rest In Peace, Correctional Officer Hesterberg.

May your family continue to be cared for by their law enforcment family and other police survivors.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the many years of distinquished service CO Hesterberg gave to his community and the citizens of Alaska, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on November 19, 2002.

Phyllis Loya, mother of Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD eow 4/24/05

November 20, 2005

Rest in Peace

Officer
Michigan Dept.of Corrections
February 27, 2005