Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Never forgotten. Always honored. Always missed.

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

To the Ackerman family, fellow deputies and all who call Stephen 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 Sheriff Ackerman gave to his community and the citizens of New Mexico , and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on January 17, 2017.

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

September 20, 2018

I hope that everyone will find comfort in the scripture 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 in Paradise on Earth, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

August 23, 2018

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

Detective Michele Nelson
Riverside County Sheriff's Department

January 17, 2018

Rest in peace brother in blue

Lieutenant Ray Flores
NYPD (retired)

January 17, 2018

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

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

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

May 4, 2017

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

To the Ackerman family, his deputies, and all who call Steve 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 Sheriff Ackerman gave to his community and the citizens of New Mexico, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on January 17, 2017.

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

April 25, 2017

Thank you for your sacrifice and may you rest in peace.

Travis D. Bird
Spotsylvania CA's Office

March 10, 2017

Than you for the memories, for the training, the awesome equipment, patrol units and all three new weapons systems. Thank you, for you. So many lives touched by one man in such little time.

Deputy Vivian Budrow
Lea County Sheriff's Office

February 28, 2017

Rest in Peace Sir. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. May your family be comforted during this very difficult time.

K. Shipp, Special Agent
Dept. of VA OIG-CID

February 21, 2017

Rip

Sig Jeff Harrison
Jjs

February 18, 2017

RIP brother in blue

Lieutenant Ray Waters
Pitt County Sheriff Office, NC

February 14, 2017

Rita and I are so sorry for your loss. Another one of our bravest is gone to Heaven. I hope you are with our son, Deputy James F McGrane EOW 3/22/2006. There must be a reason God called him home so young. Our Thoughts and prayers are for his Family.

Jim & Ria

James Mcgrane
Officer Street Survival Training

February 12, 2017

Rest in peace

Detective David Roberts
Chicago Police

February 8, 2017

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

To the Ackerman family, fellow officers, and all who call Stephen 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.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Sheriff Ackerman gave to his community and the citizens of New Mexico, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on January 17, 2017.

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

February 7, 2017

May his soul rest in peace. My condolences to Mrs. Ackerman and to your children as well, may God give you and your children his peace.

Retired First Sergeant Thomas Webb
New York State Police

February 3, 2017

God's peace and speed Sheriff Ackerman. Thank you for your brave, and dedicated service. RIP Brother.

P/O R. Popelka #7903
Chicago Police Department

February 2, 2017

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray:

“Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are Your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, loving family, friends, neighbors and caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name and for Your Glory, Amen.”

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

I have lifted your family to God every morning for over five years. I pray that Steve's life and death will bring glory to His name.

Feel those prayers. God is with you; He knows and will ease your pain.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

February 2, 2017

Rest in Peace Brother! We have the watch from here. May God Bless your family and friends

Lt. A. OROZCO
ADOT/ECD

January 31, 2017

Thank you for your service my brother in blue.

Lieutenant Ray Flores
N.Y.P.D. (retired)

January 30, 2017

May God be with Sheriff Ackerman's family! May you Rest In Peace Sir!

Survivor Melanie Richardson
Lafayette county Arkansas Sheriff's Office

January 29, 2017

Rest in peace brother. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten........

Det. Sgt. Edward Carlile
Northfield Village PD (OH)

January 25, 2017

Rest in peace brother. Thoughts are with your family both blue and blood during this difficult time. Thank you Sheriff Ackerman for your 26 years of service and dedication to your community.

Detective Sergeant David Post
Reno County Sheriff's Office Hutchinson, Ks

January 24, 2017

Steve,
I was shocked and sadden to hear of your death. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family, friends and department. I remember the times on the range with you, I truly enjoyed your quiet presence, you didn't talk much, but when you did, everyone wanted to listen. I have faith your walking Heaven's Beat now and with God's mercy, we'll meet again.

SB, Former Bureau Chief
NM DPS-Advanced Training Bureau

January 23, 2017