Officer Down Memorial Page

Your heroism and service is honored today, the ninth 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. He was also your brother in green so I also bid you semper fi.

Your memory will always be honored and revered for time never diminishes respect. I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
January 16, 2012

Debbie,
Thank you for everything you did. Keep Wayne safe for us. You will never be forgotten. Becky

Deputy Becky McClintock
Lake County Sheriffs Office
May 25, 2009

Forgive me for missing the anniversary of your E.O.W., but I felt as though I could not continue to read about so many tragedies. I now realize the visit each day to leave a word of encouragement and hope to the loved ones of others, helps me to remember that I am not alone with my pain and heartbreak. So may I say to your friends and loved ones that my thoughts and prayers are with them now and always. Continue to keep watch over them and those still out on patrol and may they know you will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
February 23, 2009

Reserve Deputy Deborah Jean Hobbs,

Any time a law officer dies in the performance of duty it is a heroic act, no matter the circumstances. In today's society it is exceptionally important that people of both genders, and all races and ethnic backgrounds, volunteer to put on the uniform of the soldiers of the law to particiapate in keeping our world safe. As a retired state trooper and a Lake County (FL) sheriff's deputy I am honored to render you a final salute.

Cpl. Ralph D. Fiorenza (Ret.)
Pennsylvania State Police
August 9, 2008

To such a strong beautiful woman. God took a special Hero home. You will always be remembered.

Sharon Atkins Identical twin Sis of Norfolk Police Officer Sheila Herring EOW 01-16-03

Sharon Atkins
January 29, 2008

Today on the 5th anniversary of your death, we pause and say a prayer for your loved ones who mourn you.
May God comfort them on this diffiuclt day. It never gets easier, you just learn to accept and live with the pain.
Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Deborah Roelandts (911 retired)
Oconomowoc Wisconsin

Chief John Roelandts (retired)
Town of Oconomowoc
January 16, 2008

Five years have passed and you are still thought of every day. You will never be forgoten as true heroes never die. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and those still out on patrol. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
January 16, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU DEPUTY FOR YOUR SERVICE

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, N H
January 6, 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
December 11, 2007

To My Dearest Aunt,
It has been almost 4 years now since you have been gone and there is not a day or a moment I do not think of you. You were and still are the person I will always look up to. I try to live my life everyday, thinking of ways to better myself and serve my community and family. You were our rock and my hero. I love you and miss you and know that you and my brother are looking over our family. Have a Merry Christmas in Heaven and know your memory lives on.

Love always your rugrat,
Dawn

Dawn
Niece of Deborah Hobbs
December 5, 2007

i worked for lake county a short time but did not have the honor of knowing deputy hobbs. but did have the pleasure of knowing and working along side her husband deouty wayne hobbs.deputy Deborah Hobbs served with pride courage and valor and for that we will never forgett.rest in peace deputy hobbs we now have the watch. wayne if you need anything you know were i am at. you do not greive alone.

officer joseph winterer
carlin city police. carlin, nevada
September 24, 2007

It has been 4 years since your tour of duty ended, you have not been forgotten. Continue to keep watch over your loved ones. My thoughts are with your loved ones and close friends on this day.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Officer: Michaep P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
January 16, 2007

Deb- We still remember. We will never forget. Thank you.

Sgt. Dan Duryee
Lake County Sheriffs Office
July 5, 2006

It will be 3 years since your passing and I'm sure for those that love you it has felt like a lifetime that you have been gone. Every day is a real challenge for those left behind but they will do everything in their power to keep your memory alive. You will never be forgotten by those that love you nor will the Family Blue ever forget you. You are a true hero.

Bob Gordon, father of fallen officer Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

Bob Gordon
January 12, 2006

Two souls melded into one. Suddenly violently ripped apart. Can one survive but with half a heart and soul? 3 years gone... but a blink in time, Yet.... an eternity in my heart'Only your love, so unyeilding, so so undying can keep me whole.
Love Always Bear






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Reserve Deputy Wayne Hobbs
Lake County Sheriff Office
January 1, 2006

Though I have made mistakes, accept me, as I accept you and show me the way …..Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.

Commander
Boone County Sheriff Dept. (Indiana)
May 24, 2005

you will be missed RIP we will carry on with you with us .

Reserve Deputy/D.O Doug Crisp
Lyon County sheriff dept kansas
May 15, 2005

Deborah, you took a job that not many people can do. Being a reserve is alot of work, time, and out of pocket money. People don't understand the time we put in to do the same job as a full time deputy with half the pay! And for this I salute you! It's been over one year, and you are not forgotten.
Please tell your local reserves how much you appreicate them everyday.

Reserve Deputy John Carlbom
Chouteau County Sheriff
February 17, 2005

Ride Along


So you don’t like the ticket I just gave you.
Well, come take a ride with me.
A trip to the scene of an accident.
Where a person now struggles for freedom, and for life.
All because someone was in a hurry, or late for work.

You say you didn’t call me and you don’t need my help.
That this is a family matter and none of my business.
Come take a ride with me.
Where a child now cowers in the nearest corner, or bedroom closet.
They cover their ears and ask god “ please make them stop”.
Still think no one needs my help.

You’ve said all we do is eat donuts and drink coffee.
Come take a ride with me.
On the countless days after taking four calls in an hour.
We think we have time to sit down for dinner.
Only to be call away again.

You think we’re cold and have no heart.
Well, come take a ride with me.
To a place where the pipes now lay to rest.
A brother or sister who gave their life, for someone like you.
A place where tears fall like rain for their family,
For our family, and yes even for you.
Yeah, come take a ride with me.


R. S. B
2005

Deputy Marshal
February 12, 2005

To the family and friends of Deputy Hobbs you are in my prayers and my thoughts.

Maxine
Mother of
Deputy Josh Rutherford
EOW 5/29/03

December 21, 2004

Dear Reserve Deputy Hobbs,

It is with great respect and sadness that we write this to express our condolences to the Lake County Sheriff's Office and to you and your fine family. God gives us great peace in allowing us memories of good times. Dwell on these good memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Thank you for your love and care of your fellow man. Please watch over us from above and pray for us. We love you dear one.

Grandma & Grandpa Hinkle
Parents of a Deputy Sheriff
October 16, 2004

Debbie, we haven't forgotten you. Your memory will always be with us.

Anonymous
March 4, 2004

Today is 01-16-04

Deborah, it's been a year now and you are still Remembered.

Anonymous
January 16, 2004

Thanksgiving Day 2003- We are all giving thanks for you Deb. No one has or will forget. Bless you.

Deputy Sheriff Dan Duryee
Lake County Sheriffs Office
November 27, 2003

The members of the Kentucky Womens Law Enforcement Network would like to extend their sympathy to the family, friends and fellow Officers of Reserve Deputy Deborah Jean Hobbs.

Historian--Officer Julie Schmidt
Kentucky Womens Law Enforcement Network
August 20, 2003