Officer Down Memorial Page

chris, it has already been 9 years since you have been gone yet it only seems like yesterday. today i will try not to be sad but to celebrate your life and the great person you were. today we celebrate your accomplishments and laugh about all your pranks. you would want it that way. you are dearly missed not only today but everyday. you will always be with me for i carry you in my heart. i wonder if there are phones up there? if there are who is waiting for acme to install a carpet. miss you!!!!! xoxo

paula
cousin
December 3, 2011

Dearest Chris,
Another year and a horrible day.It seems forever, but yet only yesterday. You know you are not forgotten. Rest in peace.

Anonymous
December 7, 2010

You will never be forgotten and you will always be in our hearts!

Anonymous
December 3, 2010

Chris:

Happy Valentines Day!!!Iknow this is a hard day for Lisa, the kids, your Mom, David, Frank and Bianca. I am so glad that they are part of our life. Keep us all safe.

Verna
Mother of Trooper Bert Zimmerman III NJSP E.O.W. 2/05/04

Anonymous
February 14, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 7th 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
December 3, 2009

Remembering your service and honoring your memory, today and every day. Thank you Trooper Scales for your service and dedication to duty. You are not forgotten!

Jennifer Mayo
Sister of fallen Deputy Hilery Mayo Jr. EOW 6/9/07
December 3, 2009

the years go by so fast - 7 now. it seems like yesterday we were laughing about something the kids had done. now i think about you and wonder why ?! there is never an answer but life goes on and we are thankful for the time we had with you. those times will always be cherished. now you are always in our hearts every second of everyday.all the memories and pranks fill the empty hole in our heart we are sad for a moment then we smile i still can't believe you would mess the food on my plate.i thank God for all my beautiful memories of you without them i would only feel empty the pain of loosing you will always be there but i choose to celebrate your life .there will never be enough words to express how much you are missed! you just are! we love you, paula, jim, aidan and cara

paula
December 2, 2009

Dear Chris,
This Thursday is 7 years, seems like yesterday but yet, you have not been seen in such a long time. You will never be forgotten.

Anonymous
November 30, 2009

Chris!

I never met you, but I wish I had. I have heard so many wonderful things about you. I think your family is just great. They have just helped my family so much. Lisa is always there for Andrea. Your mom is always there for me.
Rest in peace. Till we all meet some day.

Verna Zimmerman
Mother of Trooper Bert Zimmerman NJSP
E.O.W. 02-05-04

Anonymous
November 6, 2009

Hi Chris, I wanted to write to you and tell you how much your wife has helped me in life,, NO matter what time of day or my reason she is always there for me,, You have a great wife and beautiful children.. Rest in peace and take care of my Dad as I do Lisa and the kids for you..
Sarah Lamonaco

Sarah Lamonaco
Troper Lamonaco's Daughter
March 3, 2009

Thankyou for your service TROOPER SCALES, you are a hero for us all to look up too. You will never be forgotten. God bless your family

POLICE OFFICER 9TH DISTRICT
PHILA PA
December 4, 2008

Lisa,

I just wante you to know that I am thinking of you and your children today. I have grown to love you and you entire family over the past 4 years. You are such a strong person. I am so glad that we and our children are friends. I am so glad that you are a part of my life. I don't iknow what I would do some days if it weren't for you. I know Chris is looking down on you.

Andrea Lomas
Sister of NJSP Bert Zimmerman
December 3, 2008

Chris- We remember you today for the hero you are. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.

Lisa, Kids and Family- We are here for you during this hard time. If you need anything please let us know. Remember the good times and all the laughter. Know he is watching over all of you all the time and you should be proud of him as I know you are. xoxoxox

Lisa- You have been like a big sister to me over the last few years. My heart breaks for you today. I am just a phone call away if you need me. I wish I could take your pain away today but I will tell you this as I watch over you here my Dad will watch over Chris up there. I love you and am here for you anytime.

Sarah Lamoanco

Sarah Lamonaco
Trooper Lamonaco's Daughter
December 3, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends at the end of the sixth year 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
December 3, 2008

Chris- Happy Father's Day. I hope you have a good day up there..
Lisa and Kids, My heart goes out to all of you on this day. It is a hard day but we have each other, until we all meet and far after..
Love you all
Sarah Lamonaco.

SARAH LAMONACO
TROOPER LAMONACO'S DAUGHTER
June 17, 2008

dear uncle chris, i love you very much and thanking you for living for us and to get all the bad guys away. i wish you were still here. I LOVE YOU UNCLE CHRIS!!!!!!!! LOVE,AIDAN

aidan
nephew
June 8, 2008

Lisa,
Thank You for your kind words for Sarah on her dads page. She is so sweet.

Rest in Peace Trooper Scales. You are a HERO who will always be remembered for your courageous service and sacrifice. My prayers are with you family. Watch over them as well as our other warriors still serving.

Trooper Scales, Never Forgotten.

Jim Sweeney Civilian New Jersey
A friend to our Police Officers
March 27, 2008

Lisa,
I just read your message to me on my dad's page and your words are so kind. You have been there for me for the past few month with all that I am going through. Your words of wisdom touch me more then you know. Just when I think I cant go on, you say something and make me a fight harder. I always turned to you and you never turened me away, you are always there for me.The support of you and your parents is truly amazing and helps more then you know. You are a great person and I know that Chris is so proud of you. Your kids are beautiful and they are so respectful and just fun loving kids. You are a great mother and you should be proud of yourself. I am glad that we are getting closer. I will always be there for you. I hope you know that.
Chris,
I did not know you but I have learned so much about you. You were a great husband, father and Trooper. Be proud of Lisa. She is doing her best and she is going a great job, but you know that already. Your children are beautiful. Keep my Dad company up there and we will all meet in time

Sarah Lamonaco
Trooper Lamonaco's Daughter

SARAH LAMONACO
TROOPER LAMONACO'S DAUGHTER
March 22, 2008

I know you knew I would never give up!!!! I hate to loose. I thank you for somehow giving me the strength to deal with the kids and life in general.

I so know when I look over my shoulder, you are giving me your nod of approval. I hope your proud of how I am raising our children, they turned out to be fine young adults.

I know you know, I would never go down easy, always the fighter that I am. I will always land on my feet.

I love and miss you,

Xo Lisa

Wife
Widow, Trooper I Christopher S.Scales, EOW 12-3-02
March 20, 2008

""MERRY CHRISTMAS"" AND HAPPY NEW YEAR""

YOUR THOUGHT OF AND MISSED THIS SEASON!!

LOVE YA, LISA

LISA, WIFE
NJSP
December 24, 2007

Dearest Chris - Merry Christmas from all of us.

December 24, 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., Columbia, SC
December 12, 2007

You have been gone now 5 years. I have only left one
reflection for you in that time, but I still remember your
face. So I know that those who knew and loved you have not forgotten you either. May your loved ones look
to Jesus Christ who is the only one who can replace
their emptiness with His love. God bless them at this
special time of year when He sent His only Son to earth
to reconcile us to Himself. Merry Christmas!
Lynn Kole
Bellingham, WA

December 4, 2007

Rest in peace TROOP, your wife sounds like a wonderful person please help her get through whats she's going through.

Kevin T Ryan
Ex- New Jersey Cop
December 3, 2007

Lisa and Family,
Not a day goes by that something does not remind me of what happened 5 years ago. Forever in my mind is etched every moment that myself and co-workers spent on scene. I just want you to know that everyday I pray that you have strength to get through this. I grieve on this day, like i have many before and i want you to know that this day will never be forgotten, just like the memory of Chris will never be forgotten. I plan on keeping his memory alive just like your family and Chris's co-workers have done such an amazing job doing so. Always know that i am here if you ever need anything.
-Susan

Trooper Scales-
Continue to watch over us. You will never be forgotten.

Susan Bodnar
Perth Amboy Fire EMS (formally Carteret Fire)
December 3, 2007