Officer Down Memorial Page

I still miss you so much, Howard. Brandy and Abbie are getting ready to graduate and I just can't believe that you won't be there. I hope that you knew how special that you were to the whole Gleason family while you were here with us.

Kim
April 7, 2012

Still miss you, Howard.

Sean Cpl.
WSPD
February 25, 2012

Thanks for your 17 years of services, Howard.

David
February 23, 2012

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
February 23, 2012

My visit here today to honor your service on this fifth anniversary of the E.O.W. Your dedication and service will not be forgotten. I was present during the National Fallen Officer Memorial in 2008 with our fallen deputy's parents, and it sure doesn't seem so long ago. May God continue to bless and watch over your family, fellow officers, and friends.

D/S Andrew D. Roedel
Jackson County Sheriff's Department
February 23, 2012

Howard we still miss you amongst us. We proudly stood guard at the Police Memorial today to mourn your loss. Every officer wore a black band on their badge in honor of your dedicated service. Many of us remarked that we could not believe it has already been four years. You are definitely not forgotten. We continue to pray for your beautiful family. I am sure you are so proud of how they have carried on.

WSPD Honor Guard
Winston-Salem Police Dept.
February 23, 2011

Joyce and Girls--
I saw the piece of WXII last night about Howard's tree in Lewisville and thought that it was beautifully done!
I think of you all daily.
May you have warm thanksgiving!

Jillian Hutchens
November 25, 2010

I am always excited to visit this blog in the evenings.Please churning hold the contents. It is very entertaining.

Silvia
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September 22, 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 23, 2010

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

Joanie
Mother, daughter, sister, granddau. of LEOs
February 22, 2010

To Mrs. Plouff:

I was trying to research the trial status today and ran across an article describing the legislation which granted the well deserved and justified pension benefits for your family. I alm grateful for all those who fought for these benefits for your family. The family suffers enough burdens without having undue financial concerns.
You and your family and Howard's friends are in my thoughts and prayers today.

My son Larry Lasater was murdered in the line of duty on 4/24/05 while serving as a Pittsburg (CA) police officer. Larry was born in Durham.

Howard, thank you for your service to my home state. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
September 28, 2009

Like so many other days, I was thinking about you my Brother. You are often on our minds and will never be forgotten. Rest

Anonymous
August 7, 2009

Hey Howie, you know we miss ya. It might help you to know that Joyce and the girls are being taken care of.

Badge 195
Winston-Salem, NC
March 16, 2009

Two years may have passed and to some it seems like only yesterday that you were here but to others it has felt like a life time since they saw your smile, felt your warm touch and heard your laugh. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones and protect them. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
February 23, 2009

ON THIS THE ANNIVERSARY OF THAT FATEFUL NIGHT, WE PAUSE TO HONOR YOUR MEMORY. REST IN PEACE BROTHER. WHAT YOU DID WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.

INV HAROLD HUTCHISON (RETIRED)
HUNTSVILLE ALABAMA POLICE DEPT
February 23, 2009

Thinking of your loved ones today and everyday. I know the daily struggles they face without you and the terrible pain within their hearts. God, wrap your loving arms around them and help them with their grief and let them feel your presence.
Your sacrifice has not been forgotten.
Brenda Lucas
Mother of Chief Anthony D. Lucas, EOW 2-4-2005

Anonymous
February 23, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 2nd anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service to my home state and the birthplace of my son. 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

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
February 23, 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 23, 2009

Two years have passed since you were taken from this earth. Today and EVERY day, you and your family are in our prayers.

Rest in Peace Sgt.

Cpl Miller
CPPD
February 23, 2009

God has a better home waiting for you.

Murphy
November 18, 2008

Wanted to let you know that I am thinking about you and your family. Not a day passes when I don't.

Friend
FCSO
June 2, 2008

Fist and Formost I want to say How very Sorry I am for your loss my thought and prayers are with the Plouff Family

Do not stand at his Grave and forever weep.
He is not there; He does not sleep.
He is a thousand winds that blow.
He is the diamond glints on snow.
He is the sunlight on ripened grain.
He is the gentle autumn's rain.
(To Officer Plouff Wife, Daughters, mom,dad sister & brother)
When you awaken in the morning's hush
He will be that swift uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight.
He is the soft stars that shine at night.
So I tell you Plouff Family,
Do not stand at his Grave and forever cry.
He is not there he did not DIE.

God Said," My precious Child I love you and would never leave you. In your time of pain, hurt,and sorrow when you felt you could not carry on. It was then I carried you..

Winston Salem citizen
Friend thru Christ
April 23, 2008

SGT. Plouff your work on this Earth as we know it is done. You are in God's Hands now brother. May you rest in peace.

SGT. Daryl Brewer
Clarksville Police Dept. Clarksville, Tennessee
April 17, 2008

Through out the past year, many kind and thoughtful words have been spoken with regards to Howie.Knowing Howie for the time I was able to spend with him in Bohemia N.Y. was truly a treasure.This great man and his family deserved to grow,learn,and live together for a much longer period than was provided. I dont believe that I can add anything new that hasnt been said about this outstanding man. Howie's spirit continues to provide strength to all who miss him;myself included. I know I wasnt close with Howard and Joyce while they lived in North Carolina but they have always been in my thoughts and prayers.I work in law enforcement on Long Island N.Y. and i could only imagine how much fun it must have been for Howie and his partners over the years. Everytime something goofy happens at work I think about the laugh I would have had had Howard been there.What a time you people must have had together.Also, When something more serious would occur I can only imagine How much information on procedure from the patrol guide was logged within Howie's mind.I'm certain he understood what to do from A-Z.Howard, I've always had great respect for yopu and your professional ways. If only one tenth of your ways have rubbed off on me,well, then that would make me a great husband,father,friend,police officer.I miss you buddy, keep watching over us all. sincerely,Bill Borchers

P.O.WILLIAM R.BORCHERS
FRIEND
April 5, 2008

Miss you Sgt. I will never forget.

Vanderport
MSP
February 25, 2008