Officer Down Memorial Page

I am deeply saddend when i hear stories of these kinds stories like this, THANKS Deputy Woods

Trooper R. Johnson
South Dakota Highway Patrol
September 29, 2011

Deputy Wood taught me D.A.R.E. from 5th grade to 8th grade and she was amazing. I enjoyed having her as my teacher. R.I.P. Deputy Woods.

Dallas Verdon
Student
August 11, 2011

Thank you for your service and sacrifice. Will never be forgotten.

Anonymous
August 20, 2010

I had the distinct pleasure and honor of knowing Martha and working with her through the detention center in Thibodaux. She always had a vibrant smile and a friendly word. She will never be forgotten. I thank her for her courageous duty in protecting all of us. My thoughts are always with the family. She was a wonderful lady and I am lucky to have known her.

Lesle C. "Texas"
Former Co-Worker
April 29, 2010

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

Joanie
Mother, daughter, sister & granddau. of LEOs
February 24, 2010

Its been a year deputy, and you are still a hero. The ultimate sacrifice never goes unforgotten...

Rest in Peace Deputy

James Clendening
Glades County Sheriff's Office, FL
August 20, 2009

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. You have not been forgotten. Keep watch over your loved ones.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
August 20, 2009

Your heroism and service is honored today, the first 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.

To her husband, daughter, and her other loved ones: I share your anquish in losing a beloved family member which I believe is life's greatest sorrow. Time never diminishes love. You are in my heart's embrace today. May God grant you solace.

Rest In Peace, Martha.

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
August 20, 2009

To Deputy Martha Ann Woods-Shareef, her family and her fellow officers with the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Department:

Our heartfelt thoughts are with you on the anniversary of Deputy Woods-Shareef’s tragic death and we honor her for her valor and sacrifice to the community. Rest in Peace, Deputy Woods-Shareef and thank you for your service.

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
August 20, 2009

Momma

You were a tough parent through 24yrs of my life but through the years you've taught me how to love, be respectful, and how to go to God through good and bad times.
I remember my wedding day like it was yesterday. You worked just got off @ 5am and never got a wink a sleep but you made my day such a memorable one everything was beautiful. I love you and I'll miss you til we meet again

Your Daughter
Marci

Marsiah Conner
Daughter
May 22, 2009

Thank you for your dedicated service to law enforcement. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten. Continue to keep watch over all of your loved ones.

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
April 11, 2009

God bless you and your loved ones. May he give them the strength to carry on.

The wicked flee where no man pursueth, but the righteous are as bold as a lion.
Proverbs 28:1

To Deputy Sheriff MArtha's daughter: I do not know you, how old you are, or if you will ever read this, but if you do, I want you to know that your mom is a hero, now and forever. She loves you now and forever, and she will never be forgotten.

Friend of Off. Kris Fairbanks RIP 9-20-08

K.L.
March 2, 2009

I am the father of Nevada Highway Patrol Trooper Kara Kelly-Borgognone, #727, EOW-2/2/8/08.

To the family of Deputy Martha Woods Shareef. Please always remember you are in our hearts and prayers and I hope our thoughts can give you some small comfort. Always remember..."Heros Live Forever"..and Dep. Woods Shareef is with Kara and they are protecting us and are with us Always. Peace and Comfort,

Kevin Kelly

Civilian
November 5, 2008

You were a wonderful person with a big heart. I remember your smile and you words of advice when I first started my career. I'm sorry I wasn't there to help you. You will be terribly missed. God bless you.

officer quincy bryant
friend
October 25, 2008

May God lay his healing hand upon the family and friends of Deputy Shareef and may they know he will never be forgotten. Thank you Deputy Shareef for your dedicated service to the people of Louisiana and the United States.

James Sheppard
Father of Sgt. Jason L. Sheppard EOW 12/7/06
October 18, 2008

To those who loved Deputy Shareef, my heart goes to you all. Know that you're not alone in this journey you walk. I lost my fiance in the line of duty January 2003 and my world was forever changed. It's been a long hard road, and even as time as gone forward, and I've found many reasons and ways to smile, I still have not forgotten the man that he was. Dennis was a beautiful person and he forever has a part of my heart, just as I'm sure Martha will always be a part of yours.

It takes a special person to put their lives on the line everyday to make this world a little safer for us all. I know many of these men & women never would've thought of themselves as "heroes" but they were in so many ways. It's sad that it they had to lose their lives for some of us to see that. Having said that, thank you Deputy Shareef for helping to make this world a better place. You will not be forgotten here in Winnipeg. I know this isn't a very manly thing to do, but if you happen to run into Dennis up there, please give him a big hug for the kids and I. Dennis was a good man and we miss him more than words can say.

Wishing those who loved you brighter and better days,


Jocelyne

"Forever Remembering 26-3"

Jocelyne Brar (Winnipeg, MB Canada)
Fiancee of Deputy Dennis R. McElderry (EOW: 01/03/03)
September 28, 2008

To the family and friends of Deputy Sheriff Martha Woods Shareef and to her fellow officers, and most especially to Martha:

On behalf of our entire family, we wish to extend condolences for the grievous loss you suffered when Martha so tragically lost her life. Her heroism, valor and bravery will be forever remembered.

May you be continue to be comforted by the support and caring of your law enforcement family, and other police survivors. We grieve for you and with you.

Our family lost our beloved Larry Lasater when he was fatally shot in April of 2005 during a foot pursuit of two bank robbers, so we know the anquish you are experiencing. We know the meaning of lives forever changed because of the criminal actions of others.

Rest in Peace, Martha. May your spirit continue to soar and your memory continue to inspire.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the service Martha gave to her community and the citizens of Louisiana, and the supreme sacrifice she and her family made on August 20, 2008.

Phyllis Loya, mother of fallen officer
Larry Lasater, Pittsburg, CA PD eow 4/24/05

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen Officer Larry Lasater
September 21, 2008

Your family and friends are in my prayers.. GOD BLESS OUR ANGLE IN BLUE!!!

SGT CANDACE TERRY
CAMP BEAUREGARD FORCE PROTECTION, LA. SRT
September 21, 2008

Martha,
I remember when I first transferred to the road at the sheriff's office on team 'A' you were my shift sergeant. You always had a smile and a positive outlook no matter what the situation. I never thought when I saw you in Baton Rouge for that class would be the last. May GOD bless you and your family.

Godspeed,
Larry

Sgt. Larry J. Badeaux, Jr.
LA State Police Troop C
September 14, 2008

RIP

Anonymous
September 8, 2008

Thank you for your many years of service and dedication. May GOD bless your family at this time. Heaven has another HERO. Rest in peace.

Shirley LeJeune-Oakdale, La.
Aunt of Fallen Officer John Logan EOW3/14/04
September 7, 2008

My thoughts & prayers are with you all. Rest Easy.

Cindy, Arkansas
sister of slain Officer Randy Basnett, EOW 9-24-1976
September 6, 2008

Rest in Peace, Sister.

F. OFCR WINSLOW
September 4, 2008

Martha,

Though it has been many years since we worked together I will always remember your vibrant smile and positive outlook on life. I was so saddened to hear that you made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. My prayers are with you and your family. Rest in peace Martha.

Eric Fast - Retired
Former Thibodaux LA Police Dept
September 4, 2008

God has called you home, your work is done here.....but we are still sorry to see you leave us, but never far away. Rest well!

james
August 31, 2008