Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy First Class Norman Cecil Lewis

Orange County Sheriff's Office, Florida

End of Watch Monday, January 9, 2017

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Reflections for Deputy First Class Norman Cecil Lewis

Always thinking of you Big Norm!! RIP my brother, miss you!!

Cpl. Samek/MO11, OCSO

October 13, 2023

Rest in peace , Brother.

Lieutenant Raymond Flores
NYPD ( Retired)

January 13, 2023

We are are better off for having had you protecting us. It is beyond sad that you were taken so soon but I am sure we will all be together again one day. Your legacy of heroism and humanity live on as an example the rest of us can use to carry on. Thank you for your sacrifice. You are missed very much. The people love you.

James Basara
Florida Blue Insurance

August 9, 2021

Rest in peace, brother.

Lieutenant Raymond Flores
NYPD (retired)

January 9, 2021

Rest in peace Deputy 1st Class Lewis.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 13, 2020

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

Executive Director Steve Casey
Florida Sheriffs Association

April 11, 2019

Rest In Peace Brother LEO. You are honored and remembered on the 2nd anniversary of your EOW.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret.)
Upland Police Dept. CA

January 9, 2019

Never forgotten. Always honored. Always missed.

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Norman was killed.

To the Lewis family, fellow deputies, and all who call Norman beloved , my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Deputy Lewis gave to his community and the citizens of Florida , and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on January 9, 2017.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

September 20, 2018

I hope everyone will find comfort in Acts 24:15 - "And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous." Until we see our loved ones again on an earthly Paradise, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

August 24, 2018

Riding bicycles 270+ miles in your honor April 9th-13th, 2018. Rest in Peace. You will never be forgotten!

FLTDF Volunteer Staff
Florida Tour De Force

March 27, 2018

Big Norm

A year has passed but you have not faded from our thoughts and never will. You are missed by many. Thank you for all the memories my friend.

Corporal
Orange County Sheriff’s Office

January 9, 2018

Rest well brother.

Lieutenant Ray Flores
NYPD

January 9, 2018

5 miles in your honor Sir. You are not forgotten.

Detective Michele Nelson
Riverside County Sheriff's Department

January 9, 2018

Thinking about you today, your smile and bigger than life presence. Praying for peace for your mom and those who served along side you. I know you are watching over your fellow deputies. RIP Big Norm.

Holly Thorpe
LEO Mom

January 9, 2018

I miss you my friend... Booombaley sir...

Deputy Richard Perez
Orange County Sheriff's Office

October 29, 2017

Whatever our duty, or wherever we serve, we are all brothers and sisters in this most honorable calling. We have lost yet another brother who we must never forget.

My deepest sympathy to both his family and his law enforcement family. My thoughts and prayers are with them. May he rest in eternal peace.

Sgt. Tom Waller, Retired
Cincinnati P.D., Ret.

October 2, 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

September 27, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, friends and co-workers during this difficult time. Your service and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Det. Ernie Boss
Charlotte County Sheriff's Office

September 13, 2017

Sir, I salute you for your bravery and courage. Rest in peace.

Ofc. Calen Chang
Burlington Police Department

July 10, 2017

Rest in peace brother. May God comfort your family .

Sgt. K Ford.
NYPD (retired).Hwy Patrol motor officer .7 Yrs

May 20, 2017

Rest In Peace Deputy Lewis.

S.M. Skeen, CHP Motor Sgt. (Retired)
California Highway Patrol

May 15, 2017

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Norman was killed.

To the Lewis family, fellow deputies, and all who call Norman beloved, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace. I hope that your family knows that a nation mourned for you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Deputy Lewis gave to his community and the citizens of Florida, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on January 9, 2017.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

April 25, 2017

Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service. As you join our brothers and sisters in the hall of heroes, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Vires et Honorem

Ptlm FrankKapusta
Mohawk PD

March 30, 2017

Lt. Clayton,

May your soul rest in peace. I'm sorry to read about the loss of a good women and great Law Enforcement Officer. You made the ULTIMATE SACRIFICE that a lot of others could or would not have made. Know while you are in a peaceful place, your BROTHERS and SISTERS in BLUE will NEVER forget you or your story on how your END OF WATCH came about. We will take it from here Lt. Debra Clayton, now REST!!!!!

Patrol Sergeant
Cleveland Metro School Police

March 23, 2017

Sorry to read about your loss. Your loved one was a true hero and suffered the ultimate sacrifice for that. May you Rest in peace Brother in Blue and let us as your Brothers and Sisters in Blue take it from here.

Res.Sgt Rudy Jones
C.F.P.D Ohio

March 20, 2017

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