Officer Down Memorial Page

On November 28, 2011, L.A.S.D. Class 385 had their "Colors Run" to earn their Department patches for their uniforms. They held this run in your honor, Randy. Friends, colleagues, and family participated in the 5 mile run from Santa Clarita Station to your graveside at Eternal Valley Memorial Park.

Rest in peace my fellow classmate (LASD Class 300), you are not forgotten.

Deputy Daniel Inez
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
November 29, 2011

i miss you dad...

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July 6, 2011

Rest in Peace

Compton School Police Dept.
February 25, 2011

I'll Never forget Uncle Randy, miss him dearly.

Matthew Hamson
Uncle
May 10, 2010

deputy Randy Jay Hamson will be missed dearly. he was a hero. he will never be forgotten.

god bless wife and kids.

Anonymous
April 24, 2010

I've never laughed so hard in all my day's as we did as friends along our way. Thank you for sharing Mr. Hampson

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Tracy L. Eggleston
Old friend
November 29, 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.

Your memory will always be honored and revered. I pray for solace for your family. I am sure the five years since your injury and death were ones of struggle for them as well.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya

Anonymous
October 24, 2009

To Deputy Randy Jay Hamson, his family and his fellow officers with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department:

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

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
October 24, 2009

Rest in Peace, Deputy Hamson. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169
October 23, 2009

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

May God be with you and all who mourn you. May he give them the strength to carry on. You are in my thoughts and prayers

To his kids: Just wanted to let you guys know that your dad is a hero, now and forever. He will never be forgotten. He loves you now and always. You are in the thoughts and prayers of many.

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

K.L.
March 6, 2009

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Deputy Sheriff Randy Hamson,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Deputy Sheriff Randy Hamson. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in support during this very difficult time. We know that sometimes there is little comfort that comes from words. Keep focused as you can on the memories and joyous times for these things may bring you comfort. Rely heavily on family, friends, and other law enforcement for support. Honor your fallen loved one, for their sacrifice will not be forgotten. Deputy Sheriff Randy Hamson is a hero.

Respectfully,

Alissa Scott
Widow of Beryl Wayne Scott
E.O.W. 09-10-02

Lisa Schultz
Widow of Don Schultz
E.O.W. 05-12-04

Co-Founders of Survivor Help Network

Anonymous
November 18, 2008

RIP.You will always be remembered by the ones who love and knew you.

Anonymous
November 15, 2008

REST IN PEACE, BROTHER
PROVINCIAL CONSTABLE MARTY LALONDE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE

PROVINCIAL CONSTABLE MARTY LALONDE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
November 13, 2008

My thoughts & prayers are with you. Rest Easy.

Cindy, Arkansas
Sister of slain Officer Randy Basnett, EOW 9-24-1976
November 8, 2008

Deputy Hamson,

Rest in peace. You and your service will never be forgotten.

Officer Edward Varso
Escondido P.D.
November 7, 2008

Deputy Hamson, you fought the good battle for many years. May you now go on to a better place. May your family both mourn your passing and embrace the peace you are in. Your sacrifice will be remembered forever. Rest in peace!

Officer Falkowski
CHP
November 5, 2008

The members at Arresting Hearts wish to offer their deepest heartfelt sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Deputy Sheriff Randy Hamson. Because of Sheriff Hamson's ultimate sacrifice we live in a safer place. We thank you for your service and your dedication.

The Lord replied, “The years when you have seen only one set of footprints, my child, is when I carried you.” Mary Stevenson 1936

With love and respect,

The members and staff of Arresting Hearts

Anonymous
November 3, 2008

We are sadden to hear of the death of Deputy Hamson. May you and his family draw close and find strength during this very difficult time

Lieutenant James Bond
Albemarle County Police Department, Virginia
November 3, 2008

Rest in peace hero, your assignment here is over and now you are in the presence of God. May your family be comforted and have peace during this trying time our prayers are with them also.

retired police officer bob lester
midland police department
November 2, 2008

Rest in peace with the LORD RANDY. Iwill pray for you and your family. GOD BLESS and GOD"S SPEED. THANK YOU FOR YOR SERVICE.

P/O
Philadelphia
November 2, 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

Richland County Sheriff's Department
Columbia, South Carolina
Used with Special Permission of the Author
Copyright © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
October 31, 2008

ASCENSION

And if I go,
While you’re still here---
Know that I live on,
Vibrating to a different measure
--behind a thin veil you cannot see through.
You will not see me,
So you must have faith.
I wait for the time when we can soar together again,
--both aware of each other.
Until then, live your life to its fullest,
And when you need me,
Just whisper my name in your heart,
…I will be there.

By Colleen Hitchcock

Lisa Schultz
wife of Don Schultz, Phx. P.D., E.O.W. 5-12-2004
October 30, 2008

Rest in Peace Sir. Thank you for your service.

Pablo Hernandez Jr.
U.S. Border Patrol
October 30, 2008

To the Hamson family:

I'm sorry you didn't get the miracle you were most likely hoping for. We didn't get ours either.

Perhaps the miracle is that we had Randy and Scott in our lives a signs of faith and hope for as long as we did.

God be with you.

JJ Foss
Sister of Coving Police Sgt. Scott Hanson
EOW 7-3-06

JJ Foss
Sister of Sgt. Scott Hanson, eow 7-3-2006
October 30, 2008

Rest in peace brother, we have the watch now.

Deputy Sheriff
San Bernardino Sheriff's Dept., CA.-Victorville City Station
October 29, 2008