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Deputy Sheriff Richard Roach

Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch Saturday, August 22, 1874

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Reflections for Deputy Sheriff Richard Roach

Amazing my fathers name was Richard Roach who served in 30 years in law enforcement! Maybe just maybe we are related
Rest easy Law Man

Detective John Roach
LAPD

July 17, 2023

Deputy Roach, on this day and everyday we say thank you for your service and for the legacy you surely left for the African American officers that followed in your footsteps in such a noble and admirable profession. Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

August 22, 2020

Rest in peace Deputy Sheriff Roach. You surely were a hero and a champion of all people. Bravery and boldness. Commitment and valor.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

August 22, 2017

The Sheriffs of Florida and their deputies will never forget the sacrifice you and your family made to uphold our laws and protect society.

Your name has been inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs and the National Law Enforcement Memorial and in our hearts. May you forever rest in peace.

A scripture inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs Law Enforcement Memorial:

"Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they shall be called the children
of God." Matthew 5:9

Executive Director Steve Casey
Florida Sheriffs Association

August 27, 2016

Deputy Sheriff Roach,
On today, the 142nd anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Hillsborough County.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

August 22, 2016

The Sheriffs of Florida and their deputies will never forget the sacrifice you and your family made to uphold our laws and protect society. 

Your name has been inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs and the National Law Enforcement Memorial and in our hearts. May you forever rest in peace.

A scripture inscribed on the Florida Sheriffs Law Enforcement Memorial: 


"Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they shall be called the children 
of God." Matthew 5:9 

Steve Casey, Executive Director
Florida Sheriffs Association

August 22, 2016

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

March 13, 2016

In continued honor of your ultimate sacrifice and service to Hillsborough County. A team was created in your honor for The 2015 Sheriff David Gee's Sporting Clay's Shoot Out (team 4 The Hero's). We thank you for your service to this community. We will never forget you.

Deputy A.Anderson
Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office

November 25, 2015

In honor of your ultimate sacrifice, heroism and service, your name was placed on the registry of the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Youth Ranch Run. A cadet humbly ran the race in your honor. We thank you for your service to this community. We will never forget you.

Deputy A. Anderson
Hillsborough County Sheriff

September 22, 2014

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God."
Matthew 5:9

Marshal Chris Di Gerolamo
Federal Air Marshal Service

June 16, 2014

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 140th anniversary year 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.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

June 11, 2014

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