Officer Down Memorial Page

Thank you for your service Sir, RIP

James Kotke
Civilian / Former Officer
WSF Park Police (Wi.)
April 11, 2012

Two decades have passed but the love still burns in the hearts of those that love and miss you. Continue to keep watch over them. You have not been forgotten.

Bob Gordon, Ret. DC
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
July 21, 2011

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 19th 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 who was 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. I pray for the solace of all those who love and miss you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater
July 21, 2010

Rest in God's loving embrace, hero. You will never be forgotten.

Wisconsin L.E.O.
March 31, 2010

"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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
February 22, 2008

You know there is not a day that goes by where I not thinking of you and what a great friend you were. After Frank was just killed I can't get over the feeling like I should have been there for you and Frank. I feel like I did not do anything to help you. I am sorry. I miss you and hope to see you someday in God's Kingdom. Sam

sam
friend partner
May 21, 2007

Hey, Blanco! As we prepare for another funeral at KSD thoughts of you fill my mind and I remember that awful night when we heard the news about you. I believe in Heaven and I hope you and Frank will be together and look down upon all those friends, family and co workers who miss you guys so much.

Rest in peace; you are not forgotten

a friend
May 20, 2007

I miss your smiling face. Your gentle way. You....

Friend from Cherry Electric
August 4, 2006

Rest safe in the Arms of The Lord.May your family know you are a hero.

July 6, 2006

Thank you for your service. You are in my prayers.

April 29, 2005

Time passes but the sorrow remains. Sadly missed but never forgotten. KSD 138.

DEPUTY Mark Conforti
Kenosha County Sheriff's Department

blanco,
it's been almost ten years since you left us and i just wanted to tell you that i haven't forgotten you.

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