Officer Down Memorial Page

Scot,

Thinking of you and all of our other brothers and sisters who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Very proud of you all!

Jenny Evans patrolman
Niles City Police
September 11, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 5th 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 who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. 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

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
July 26, 2010

Next week I will be taking my 15 police recruits from Grand Valley State University Police Academy to 24th Street to meet you, Scott. They will have just finished a "fun" week of Emergency Vehicle Operations - trying to dodge cones. The story of your selfless service will be the reality check that they need to understand everything that's involved in serving a community. Please, Scott, be with me and give me the words to make these young men and women understand who you were and how you impact so many of us still.

Retired Sergeant Julie Yunker
KDPS / KVCC / GVSU
May 20, 2010

My mom and I just visited the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC and a very strange thing happened while there-after finding your name I was sitting on the bench (snacking of course) and a squirrel sat next to me and started wagging his tail, I reached over with a cracker and HE TOOK IT!!!! Thanksyou for making me smile, an uneasy visit turned out very pleasant. By the way, that squirrel let me take some AMAZING pictures while he shared my crackers :)

Dispatcher M Hartsell
Cass County Sheriffs Office
September 11, 2009

Hard to believe it has been four year already. Yet is seems just like yesterday you were running behind me, following in my footsteps. Please keep watch over us as we live your dream. Keep us safe Junior Mint.

Officer Deanna Schmidt
Mattawan Police Department
July 26, 2009

I love you, Scot. Thank you for the testimony of your life...His grace to you was not without effect. Still missing you. One day...

RLR
July 25, 2009

Just sittin here on midnights & something brought me to your page again. Always cherish the "rookie days" with ya!!! Your dispatchers will never forget the "good times"!!!

Dispatcher M Hartsell
Cass County Sheriff
May 8, 2009

Hey Scott, i can't wait to see you in heaven someday, you made a difference in so many different peoples lives. We all miss you.

In Him, Nick

Nick Eaton
friend
February 19, 2009

Miss you buddy. I will be up to visit you soon.

Jenny Evans Patrolman
Niles City PD
February 5, 2009

Just thinking of our "rookie days" together. Makes me smile everytime! Miss the late night snackin & chats!!!

Dispatcher-M Hartsell
Cass County Sheriff
January 25, 2009

Another Blue Dog academy will graduate in only a few days, and it has been an honor to salute you each morning as we post the colors. We will keep you in our hearts and minds as we embark on a new adventure. On behalf of the 73rd Blue Dog Academy I would like to thank you for your selfless service and dedication. We are better people and will be better police officers because of you.

73rd Blue Dog Academy
December 3, 2008

Miss you still Brother. Your flag will fly forever!
DS Christensen

Drill Sergeant Christensen
KVCC Police Academy
November 21, 2008

We miss you Scot. I'm coming to see you again soon :)

JE
friend
August 14, 2008

Thankyou for your service and sacrifice. You are not forgotten

POLICE OFFICER
PHILA PA
March 12, 2008

Well, I was driving through mattawan last friday, and like everytime I am in that area, I began thinking about you. You will never be forgotten my friend.

JG
US Army
February 10, 2008

Merry Christmas Scot, I miss you.

JE
December 22, 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
November 15, 2007

Brother Scot-
I'm back in the Army! I know your saying: "Why does'nt that surprise me." You know your right eye toothe was crooked? I noticed! Its an attention to detail thing of mine. Wanted to say my DS job is a bit stressful. I have 57 "of you" in my platoon and I worry...alot of them. Can't seem to hold back the tears thinking of their future. I'm rambling now.... I tell them of your story as well as Owen's and it hits them right between the eyes! Keep them safe my brother as harms way is calling their names. They are tough, strong, and eager just like you.

Army Strong!
DS TC

DS Todd Christensen
US ARMY/Kalamazoo PD
October 9, 2007

Scott,
Our class started EVO training this week, and we watched the tape from your pursuit this morning.
Just know that you are NOT forgotten, nor ever will be. You and our other bluedog brothers look over us every day in class. You are mentioned every day in some way or form. Thank you for your service-

From the newest group of Bluedogs
71st Academy

71st Academy Bluedogs
September 15, 2007

Scot,
Sitting here at the department waiting for shift change, and you came to mind. I saw your memorial during the academy and it made me realize that no one is invincible. You payed the ultimate sacrifice and for that you are a hero. You were so young, yet so brave. I always think about you when I am on patrol. I wanted you to know that you will always be on my mind while I am on patrol. You keep me grounded in reality and forever knowing that any moment on duty could be my last. You are not forgotten.
Rest in peace fallen hero, you will always be in my prayers.

J. Schlabach #380

PTLM Schlabach
Bronson Police Department
August 13, 2007

Just wanted to let you know I was thinkin about ya and miss ya... I still get a laugh when think about our "rookie" days in Cass. So thankful for those memories, so honored to have you as a friend. Your dispatchers miss you!!

Dispatcher Michell Hartsell
Cass County Sheriff
August 12, 2007

Scot,
Thought about you the other day and decided I should drop a note to let you know how much of an effect you have had (and will have)on those of us who hear the story of your career. I started off in the car on my own the other day and my first thought was that if this day, or call, was my last would I be remembered like you are. I think about that every time I deal with someone. You are a great example of what a officer should be.
Rest Easy, Allabach

Deputy J. Allabach
SJCS/Bluedog
August 2, 2007

Scot,
Your sister spoke at my graduation on May 15th. I was presented with the scholarship that was created in your honor. I'm very thankful for that. I had no idea that today was the 2 year anniversary of your end of watch. Maybe it was some kind of act by God that I stumbled across your page by googling "police badges".
Before we graduated, the 70th took a trip to your memorial, and then to the site of your accident, where D.S. Christensen spoke to us. You can tell that he misses you, and that he is real saddened by your absence. Don't let the tough outer shell fool you, he has a heart just like all of us.
God bless you and your family Scot
A Blue Dog Never Dies

Duryl Cook
Fellow Blue Dog
July 27, 2007

My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and co-workers of Officer Beyerstedt on the anniversary of his passing. Another Hero taken too soon. May God comfort you all. Rest in peace.

911 Dispatcher
Virginia
July 26, 2007

Officer Beyerstedt,
We are thinking of you on the second anniversary of your EOW. May you rest in peace knowing that you did make a difference.

Pennsylvania citizen
July 26, 2007