Officer Down Memorial Page

IN LOVING MEMORY

Although an International boundary seperated us and we had never met you were my Brother, my family!!
As soon as you put on the uniform, pinned on the badge, and swore the oath you became part of the largest and most loving
families in the world..the Thin Blue Line family... and you will be forever remembered and loved as long as I draw breath.
And you can rest peacefully my Brother as we are watching over your loved ones, your friends, your co-workers, because that is what family does....we look out for each other...
We are here to take up the fight that you so dearly loved and we shall all make you proud...
You fought the good fight with dignity, pride and honor, and that is the making of a true hero, a brother, a loved one...
And I'm not ashamed to say that I will shed a tear when your name is mentioned..as you are my beloved Brother and I miss you..
And what gives me the courage to go on is knowing that when my time comes you will be waiting for me with open arms in
the roll call room above and say, "Welcome Brother..I have saved a place at St. Micheals table for you, and now we can catch up
on what I have missed"....
Sleep peacefully Blue Angel as you have earned your rest....and I and every LEO worldwide love you, miss you, and shall never ever forget you.......
You are loved now and forever by your Thin Blue Line family..you always will be..
Rest my Brother..you have earned it....
I love you..... I miss you....
Your Brother in Blue.....
Tom

Rest in Peace Brother knowing you are loved..and never forgotten....
S/SGT. T. David Hanna RCMP-GRC
May 22, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 6th 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.


Your memory will always be honored and revered as time never diminishes respect. I pray for solace for all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever. I hold your family in my heart's embrace. Thanks to your friends for sharing their devotion to you through their reflections.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
Mom of fallen California Officer Larry Lasater, Pittsburg PD, eow 4/24/05
February 18, 2012

Every year I speak to my classes on the dangers of alcohol and every year I am reminded that you Kevin gave your all. Thank you for being such a great friend in school and thank you for your service to all. You will be remembered always and forever.

William Thomas
High School Friend
February 7, 2012

It's so hard to believe that it has been 5 years. It truly feels like yesterday. You are constantly in my thoughts, and though the pain has lessened- the sadness still remains. I hope you are resting in peace, brother. Know that you are not forgotten.

Trooper, Area 13
VSP
February 18, 2011

So young.... What a terrible tragedy.

You are not forgotten.

Constable Amanda Pandolfi #1249
York Regional Police, Ontario Canada
February 18, 2011

Sorry it's late!! Merry Christmas Kevin...

Fellow Trooper
VSP
December 27, 2010

Not Forgotten!!!! RIP 870!!

Fellow Trooper
December 5, 2010

Always remembered & honored 4 his service & his ultimate sacrifice.

JOANIE
Mother, daughter, sister & granddau. of LEOs
February 19, 2010

Another year has passed and you are still admired and respectfully remembered in the hearts and minds of so many. My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this anniversary of your EOW. You will never be forgotten.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
February 18, 2010

We still miss you Kevin. I hope you are watching down on us everyday as we do the job you loved so much. Three years will be here in a few. It's hard to believe that it has been that long. I hope you are resting in peace brother. We love ya!!

Fellow Trooper
Virgina State Police
December 4, 2009

Thinking of you and your family. God Bless.

Dispatcher
Virginia State Police
July 9, 2009

kevin, i will always remember the long conversations we had with each other after we would back each other up on traffic stops. Kevin, i will always remember you and you will never be forgotten. God bless.

officer Brandon H Darr
Front Royal Police
March 22, 2009

On the 3rd anniversary of Trooper Manion's death, we honored his service in our patrol briefing by reading his entry from ODMP. Each day, we honor one fallen officer on the anniversary of their death so as to keep them in our thoughts, and also to remind us of the dangers inherent in our job. Trooper Manion is not forgotten.

Sergeant Zach Perron
Palo Alto (CA) Police Department
February 18, 2009

To Trooper Kevin Manion, his loved ones, and his fellow troopers:

On this the third anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today.

My heart is with all family members and friends who call you beloved. They are all in my thoughts and prayers today. I can see from the loving reflections left by your loyal friends that you were an amazing man who is loved and missed by all those whose lives you touched.

This world, this country, your community truly are better places because of you. To have lost you is a great tragedy, an irreplaceable, immeasurable loss for society. We are grateful for and to you, and honor you for all you did for us day in and day out whether you received a word of thanks or praise.

Rest in Peace, Kevin. I am so humbled by your valor and service.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Kevin gave to his community and the citizens of Virginia, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on February 18, 2006.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05
February 18, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your loved ones and friends on this 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
February 18, 2009

KEVIN, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER.I REMEMBER BACKING EACH OTHER UP ON TRAFFIC STOPS ON RT66 IN PRINCE WILIAM COUNTY AND THE CUPS OF COFFEE TOO.I GO BY THE SPOT EVERY NIGHT WHEN ON PATROL AND SAY A PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.GODSSPEED.

DEPUTY SHERIFF MICHAEL C THOMPSON
CLARKE COUTY SHERIFFS OFFICE PATROL DIV
November 5, 2008

YOU WERE A GREAT TROOPER AND EVEN A GREATER MAN,ONE OF GOD'S CHILDREN CALLED HOME.THANKS FOR MAKING THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE AND FOR DOING THE JOB YOU DID DAY IN AND DAY OUT.YOUR LOVE FOR THE LORD SHOWED THROUGH YOU AND I KNOW YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE IN ALOT OF PEOPLES LIVES.GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN.

JOSEPH PALMER
September 19, 2008

Kevin,
Hope your resting peacefully brother. You will always be remembered and missed. It's hard to believe that it's been two years since that horrible day. Your fellow troopers and friends wish you were here. Rest in peace bro!!!

Trooper
June 10, 2008

Hello to everyone!

I wanted to thank everyone who has so graciously kept myself and my family in their thoughts and prayers, since Kevin's death. It means a lot to us that so many people care enough to leave messages who have never met us. Thank you to all the law enforcement officers who risk their lives everyday to keep us safe. Also, thank you to everyone else for their support.

God's Blessings to everyone,
Kera

Kera Manion
Kevin's Little Sister
May 30, 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
April 8, 2008

KEVIN ,
JUST A NOTE TO LET YOU KNOW I THINK ABOUT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ALOT , AND WHAT A GREAT PERSON I GOT TO KNOW , GOD BLESS !!!!

TROOPER
VSP 714
March 29, 2008

The second anniversary passed quietly here in the area, but Kevin, you are not forgotten. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers every single day.

Area 13 Trooper
VSP
March 18, 2008

HARD TO BELIEVE IT HAS BEEN 2 YEARS ALREADY. YOU ARE MISSED SO MUCH.YOU TOUCHED SO MANY LIVES AND WERE A GREAT MAN.CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER US WHO PATROL THE STREETS,AND PLACE ANGELS AROUND US ALL,MISS YOU BROTHER.I CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR HEALING FOR YOUR FAMILY.GODSPEED

Joseph Palmer
February 21, 2008

My thoughts are with all of your loved ones on this day and every day. Continue to keep watch over all of them and protect them. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
February 18, 2008

Henry County Police Dept., GA, Evening Watch North, we rode in your memory today. God Speed Brother, Gone but never forgotten.

Lt. Jeff Maddox
Henry County Police Dept.
February 18, 2008