Officer Down Memorial Page

Merry Christmas uncle Tom. We all wish you were here with us. I remember you always getting the best toys and hearing stories of you going at midnight to get them or playing with them first. Today we are going to aunt peggy's to celebrate after opening gifts, and it sure won't ever be the same without you. I love and miss you so much, keep us all safe.
Love you forever

Rachel
Niece
December 25, 2011

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones on this special holiday of Christmas. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and guide them as they continue on lifes journey. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
December 24, 2011

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.

I pray for solace for all those who love and miss you.
Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, PPD, eow 4/24/05
December 14, 2011

Tom,

I said a prayer for Deb today and for the rest of your family. I can't believe it's been so long. Look after the guys and keep them safe.

Tracie
Friend
December 13, 2011

Brother Tom

I stopped by the Mishawaka Memorial early this morning to say hello to both you and Bryan Verkler. I am working down in Indianapolis today and staying just a few blocks from the Indiana Police Memorial. I will walk over to say hi and spend more time with you. It feels just like it was yesterday that Corporal Mark Fedder knocked on our door to tell us the tragic news. We all miss you. Love Larry

Larry
Brother
December 13, 2011

Tom,
It's because of officers like you and Bryan who enjoyed helping others and making the streets and neighborhoods safe that have inspired me to strive to become an officer myself. I didn't know you that well, but loved going to the games with Uncle Gary and being around family. I can now call you a brother for many years to come because I, like you, want to make a difference and want to help those who call on us to help protect them. Miss you and you will never be forgotten.

C/O Danny Fleming 3C779
Elkhart County Sheriff
December 13, 2011

I never got to meet you, but I see the impact you have on the people I love very much, especially around this time of year. It makes me tear up and feel sad every time I hear Mike or Rach talk about you. Mike talks about you all the time telling me how much we would get along, that you would really like me and vice versa. Even though we have never met, I feel your presence all around...

Anonymous
December 13, 2011

Hey Tom
Well, it's been eight years since you gave up the ultimate sacrifice to protect us. I didn't think I'd ever be able to write you. I miss you so much. I truly believe you are my guardian angel. It's so hard to believe that I was in forth grade when you die and I'm now a senior. Not a day goes by when I don't think of you. I don't know of anyone really knows how much your death has impacted my life, but it has, in very large ways. Daddy tries to be so strong for the rest of the family but I know he really misses his best friend, and that ND games aren't the same without you. I hope you are proud of who I have become, and I know your proud of your successful daughters too. You are my greatest inspiration and I just wish you were here celebrating the holidays with us. Mike is well and in the navy in Guam. Mom keeps us sane. I know I tell you this when I always talk to you but writing it out seems to help. I truly miss you so much. You are my hero. I will never forget you.

Love always,
Your niece Rachel

Rach
Neice
December 12, 2011

Hey Bro
Well its been 8 years now since your tragic death....its hard to believe. Not a day goes by when when I don't think about you, John, Mom and Dad....The family and l went down to the police station on saturday to put the wreath up...they change the memorial....I do not like it....cannot see the beautiful benches from the street anymore...after we put the wreath up we went for pizza, like we do every year...miss you brother.....

Gary L Roberts
brother
December 12, 2011

officer Roberts was a great man along with officer Verkler he worked with my dad officer hantz he used to come to my house when i was a baby he was quite intelligeint if he was an officer although alot of other s passed away we shall say the pledge of alligance , i pledge of allegiance to the flag of the united states of america to the republic from which it stands one nation undert god to liberty and justice for all

mckenzie hantz
friend
October 22, 2011

officer Roberts was a great man along with officer Verkler he worked with my dad officer hantz he used to come to my house when i was a baby he was quite intelligeint if he was an officer although alot of other s passed away we shall say the pledge of alligance , i pledge of allegiance to the flag of the united states of america to the republic from which it stands one nation undert god to liberty and justice for all

mckenzie hantz
friend
October 22, 2011

You are missed and will never be forgotten.

Anonymous
March 22, 2011

Being able to come here and talk to you is very soothing for my soul. We miss you and will hold you in our hearts forever.

Retired Sgt. Kathy Hamilton
Mishawaka Police Dept.
March 7, 2011

Hey Bro....Its hard to believe that 7 yrs has past since your tragic death....we all miss you....yesterday Ann,Larry,Sue,Debbie,Rachel and I went to the Police Station to place the wreath and we sang a song and then we went out for pizza just like we have done for the past 6 years..the weather was bad so Peggy,Karl and Lisa couldn't make it....Hey Notre Dame is going to play Miami in the bowl game...its Catholic vs Convicts all over again and the shirts are out...well got to go....miss you bro

gary

Gary L Roberts
brother
December 13, 2010

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. Continue to watch over all of your loved ones and close friends. I know they all think of you every day and will never let you be forgotten for you are a true hero and heroes never die.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
December 13, 2010

Hey Brother
I just wanted to wish you a HAPPY "50TH" BIRTHDAY....we miss you man....god bless

Gary L Roberts
brother
May 25, 2010

Tom
A Mishawaka Police officer was killed tonight. I know Bryan and you have meet him at heaven's door. Please watch over his family.

Gary

Gary L Robers
brother
January 9, 2010

Tom..God Bless and we miss you and love you!
Kathy and Dave

Retired Sgt. K Hamilton
December 13, 2009

Not forgotten. Thinking of you this day.

Officer Chad Smith 365
Jupiter, FL. Police
December 13, 2009

Tom
Its hard to believe that its been six years now...today at noon Ann,Larry & Sue,Peggy & Karl,Lisa,Debbie,Mike,Rachel and I are going down to the police station to put the wreath up...then we will go get pizza like we do every year...well Charie has been fired and a new coach has been named....His name is Brian Kelly, he reminds of Lou....I think you would like him....he has been a HEAD coach for 19 years and only having one losing season...only time will tell...well its time to go...I have to go get the wreath and put it in the car...you are missed by all of us

Gary

Gary L Roberts
brother
December 13, 2009

Tom, I know it's been awhile!Go Irsih. There not do so bad this year. I dont think that you would like Charlie. Still miss you and cant believe its been so long. Watch over us
Thanks, your friend

Anonymous
November 5, 2009

This still sucks so many years later. I'm still here. I checked on Deb the other night. She's ok. I still remember when you used to call on a pay phone using 911 saying there is a house on fire you asshole. I love you and miss you even though we really never had a chance to get to no eachother. Its been 7 years since I got on. I get to train the new guys now. Believe that. Didn't think so since I sucked in dispatch. Miss you Tom. Keep us safe would ya. Miss you old man.

Corporal
Mishawaka
October 19, 2009

Tom, miss you and love you

Anonymous
June 26, 2009

Hey Opie
Miss you and love you! Take care and watch out for me

Anonymous
June 19, 2009

Thinking of you this week.
I see Gary often and he seems to be doing ok
Miss you Take care and watch over us. Thanks
Until next time

Anonymous
May 15, 2009