Officer Down Memorial Page

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.

I pray for the solace of your family for I know the pain and pride are both forever.
Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater
November 12, 2010

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.

I pray for the solace of your family for I know the pain and pride are both forever.
Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater
November 12, 2010

To Sgt. Jeffery Shaw, his family and his fellow officers with the Kosciusho County Sheriff's Department:

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

Wives Behind The Badge, Inc
Members and Staff
November 12, 2010

Dear Family, Friends, and Co-Workers of Sergeant Jeffrey Bryant Shaw,

We are so sorry to here about your tragic loss of Sergeant Jeffrey Bryant Shaw. 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. Sergeant Jeffrey Bryant Shaw 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
March 27, 2010

Sgt. Shaw,
I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Kosciusko County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
December 17, 2009

My deepest sympathy to the family of Sgt. Shaw, we do know
the heartache you are suffering, Our Deputy Sarah Jones
EOW 10-19-08, also became a Hero way to early.....
May you find comfort & support as we have in the IN COPS
program. Words cannot begin to express the wonders of their organization, I know somewhere along the way I will
meet your family. Now over the Thin Blue Line, Remember
that Hero's live forever...

Connie Jones
Survivor-in-law

Connie Jones
Suvivor-in-law
December 4, 2009

In Honor of your Sacrifice and for your family and friends, I salute you as a HERO!

"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 © 1993 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission
Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
November 30, 2009

Rest in peace Sergeant Shaw, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you very much for your service!

Shelly
Citizen
November 29, 2009

Rest in peace brother. We've got the watch from here. May God bless your family, friends and fellow officers who all mourn the loss of yet another hero.

Motor Officer Dominick Marraccini
Easton Police Department, Easton, PA
November 29, 2009

Rest in Peace, Brother.

OFC B. Grajek
November 29, 2009

May you rest in peace, Sir! You will never be forgotten.

Police Officer
November 27, 2009

RIP Sgt. Shaw. Thank you for your service and may God bless you, your family and your department during this time of tragedy.

Fellow Officer
Louisiana Association of Crisis Negotiators
November 25, 2009

Rest in peace brother, your sacrifice will never be forgotten.....

Detective Edward Carlile
Northfield (OH) PD
November 20, 2009

How terribly sad!

My thoughts and prayers are with Sgt. Shaw's family and friends.

Rest in peace.

Michelle - wife of US Marshal
November 20, 2009

Our Family Prayer's are with YOU!

Anonymous
November 20, 2009

My Family knows your pain! We Will Pray FOR YOU and YOUR FAMILY.

SGT/ K-9 ( SECURITY)
k-9 protection / Oregon Protection Agency
November 20, 2009

Rest in peace, sir...

Linda Lamm - LEO wife and sister of
Jay Balchunas EOW 11.05.04
November 19, 2009

There is a bridge that connects the living and the deceased, and that bridge is love. Jeff, you were the icon of love; for your family, your guys and this community. I can't help but mourn our loss of you and feel for your family, but I thank GOD that such a man lived and that I was able to know him. I miss you!!! Farewell my friend and say hello to Jason and Phil; not one of you will be forgotten.

Deputy Travis Shively
Kosciusko County Sheriff's Office
November 19, 2009

Thank you for your service and dedication to your community. Its a sad day for everyone to have a loss in the brotherhood. RIP

VIP
Ventura Calif. police dept
November 19, 2009

Sgt Shaw, May you Rest In Peace and may GOD BLESS & COMFORT your wife, son and daughter. You will be missed by all and praised by many for your dedication. A true HERO has been called to Heaven!

Detention Deputy Gary Carew
Seminole County Sheriff's Office, FL/JEPCF
November 19, 2009

Rest in peace brother!

Patrolman Jeff Tripp
Marion,Ma Police Dept
November 18, 2009

GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN

Anonymous
November 18, 2009

His Judgment Day:
The officer stood and faced his God, Which must always come to pass. He hoped his shoes were shinning, Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now, Officer, How shall I deal with you? Have you always turned the other cheek To my church have you been true?"
The officer squared his shoulder and said, "No, Lord, I guess I aint, Because those of us who carry badges can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays, And at times my talk was rough, And sometimes I've been violent Because the streets are tough.
But I never took a penny That wasn't mine to keep.. Though I worked a lot of overtime, when the bills got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help Though at times I shook with fear. And sometimes, God forgive me, I've wept an unmanly tear.
I know I don't deserve a place among the people here. They never wanted me around except to calm their fear.
If you've a place for me here, Lord, it needn't be so grand. I never expected or had too much, But if you don't...I'll understand.
There was silence all around the throne, where the saints often trod. As the officer waited quietly for the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now, Officer. You've borne your burdens well. Come walk a beat on heaven's streets, You've done your time in hell"

Author unknown

May God be with everyone

Motor officer Terry Pauley
Plano PD Plano, TX
November 17, 2009

RIP our prayers go out to you and your family

Anonymous
November 17, 2009

Rest in peace brother. Thank you for your service. God bless.

ELWAER
SOUTH BEND PD
November 17, 2009