Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Its nearly 2024 now, but exactly 2 days and 33 years since you passed. I didn't know you, I wasn't even born yet when you passed. Your legacy lives on though, you will forever live on through the stories of you and laugher shared by the ones who did know you, and you will forever be remembered as an inspiration, a brave man, a caring and loving father and husband and you will forever be remembered as a hero. Although the ones who did this to you got what deserve, there is no justice that can even begin to repay your family, wife and community for the hero they took from everyone that night. 33 years later, we not only remember you, we share your legacy with our own families and you are remembered even by the youth in your own community to this day. My thoughts and prayers to all of your family, I know that no matter how much time passes it never stops hurting and you are deeply missed officer Perrigo.

Keira
Community Member (Shasta County)

October 23, 2023

Rest in peace Deputy Perrigo.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

September 13, 2022

It’s been 30 years and you are not forgotten. RIP

J. Longacre
SCSD Explorer/San Diego Police Department

October 30, 2021

I came across the CA Supreme Court's opinion in the criminal case, by chance, during my legal research on other Pitchess motion matters. I was deeply moved by the loss of Dep. Perrigo, despite the somewhat antiseptic tone of the court's discussion, understandably focused as it was on legal issues. I couldn't help but think of my own experiences throughout my adult life as a deputy sheriff, first as a reserve deputy (volunteer) back in 1976, then later on as a regular deputy (1979-1983), and then much later still as a reserve deputy for another county (2003-2012) after becoming a lawyer. I, too, have worked remote county areas alone, back in the day, though not so remote as Shasta County. Everything described, but for the actual shootings, was so familiar. I remember always trying to be careful. I've no doubt Dep. Perrigo was also careful, and fully capable. I'm deeply humbled by how much is simply a matter of chance, of "luck". Probably the only reason I'm even here. God, bless Deputy Perrigo with eternal life. comfort and care for his loved ones. Inspire those who succeed him with ever greater vigilance, especially now in 2019.

S. Mark Strain Deputy County Counsel
Riverside County Sheriff (Res. Dep. II (Retired))

September 18, 2019

Thank you for taking time to remember my father.

Kala Keener
Daughter

September 13, 2019

I hope people always remember Ken Perrigo. . I know I will. God wiling the border wall will be done and i would suggest a memorial part of the wall showing the names of those in law enforcement who have fallen due to illegal immigration.

Jimmy G
Thankfull citizen

January 8, 2019

I used live in Northern California and am now a Deputy in Northeastern Utah. I just met this hero's daughter who purchased my morning coffee and told me of her father. Thank you so much for your sacrifice... the world owes you. God bless.

Deputy
Uintah County Sheriffs Office

March 29, 2018

Rest In Peace Brother. We honor and remember you on the 26th anniversary of your E.O.W. Prayers for your family and friends.

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

October 21, 2017

I only just came across this page of reflections of Kenn Perrigo; my big brother. The words and memories shared here touch me to the core of my heart. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of him and his sacrifice. That his family, whom he loved so much, did not get to have him at their important life events. That he did not get to share in how their lives unfolded. Kenn is a hero. He is loved and missed so deeply. Thank you all for sharing your thoughts and keeping his memory alive.

Lisa Perrigo Knox
Sister

September 7, 2017

I am a Sheriff recruit of the San Diego, 99th Regional Public Safety Training Institute and I was given the assignment to remember a fallen Deputy. Without hesitation I chose to remember Deputy Perrigo. I was a Shasta County Sheriff’s Explorer when his life was taken. I am honored to remember Deputy Perrigo you are not forgotten. You will always be remembered. God Bless.

MSgt Jeffrey Longacre USMC (ret.) 1993-2014
Shasta County Sheriff Explorer 1989-1992

Recruit Longacre
San Diego Sheriff's Department

May 26, 2014

Rest in Peace, Deputy Perrigo. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

January 22, 2012

My father Tony Castro had the privlege to work with Kenny in Burney, Ca. Still to this day now that im an Officer myself he reminds me of all the good times and the tough moments they went through together. Even though i was a child and do not remember Kenny, i will always keep him in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace

Officer Justin Castro
Friends Son

June 30, 2011

I never met Kenn but I want his family to know he will not be forgotten.

Sgt. Mark Perrigo
Onslow County Sheriff's Office (NC)

May 25, 2011

Today is Kenns birthday he would be 51. Our children are now grown and living on there own. Kady's almost 30, Kala turned 25 in Sept. our baby Jared turned 20 two days before the 18th anniversary of Kenns death. Thank you for all your thoughts and prays its nice to know he is remembered Happy Holidays to you all.

Debra Perrigo, wife

December 23, 2009

On the 18th anniversary of Deputy Perrigo's death, we honored his service in our patrol briefing by reading his entry from ODMP. Each day, we honor one fallen officer on the anniversary of their death so as to keep them in our thoughts, and also to remind us of the dangers inherent in our job. Deputy Perrigo is not forgotten.

Sergeant Zach Perron
Palo Alto (CA) Police Department

October 21, 2009

To Deputy Kenneth Perrigo and his loved ones:

On this the seventeenth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today. Rest in Peace, Ken. I am praying for solace for your family members today, and each day that they are on the survivors' path.

I am glad that there was a just verdict for those who murdered you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Ken gave to his community and the citizens of California, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on October 21, 1991.

Phyllis Loya
mother of Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

October 21, 2008

To Deputy Kenneth Perrigo and his loved ones:

On this the seventeenth anniversary of your tragic death, please know that your memory is honored and revered today. Rest in Peace, Ken. I am praying for solace for your family members today, and each day that they are on the survivors' path.

I am glad that there was a just verdict for those who murdered you.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the distinquished service Ken gave to his community and the citizens of California, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on October 21, 1991.

Phyllis Loya
mother of Officer Larry Lasater, eow 4/24/05

October 21, 2008

RIP.You will never be forgotten by the ones who love you and knew you.

Anonymous

October 5, 2008

Dear Sir,

One defendant plead guilty to your murder and was sentenced to life in prison. The other was tried, convicted, and sentenced to death in Sonoma County for it. This week a California state appeals court unanimously upheld that verdict and stated, “All of defendant’s claims having been found to be without merit, we affirm the judgment in its entirety.” Unfortunately the justice served will never equal the sacrifice. Rest assured that those two who took your life have been locked away to be forgotten while you Deputy Perrigo are forever remembered. God keep you.

Anonymous

July 26, 2008

My father went to the academy with you and he often tells me stories of tracking the two men who took your life. He says you were a good friend of his. I was only 3 years old when the event occurred but I remember him being gone until the men turned themselves in. He had to help catch them, out of his respect for you and your family. Thank you for your service. I hope to begin my own service soon and I hope I can serve with honor as you have.

Justin Mason

April 9, 2008

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service

Van Den Berghe
NH

October 19, 2007

You are remembered today and thank you Sir for your service.

Vandenberghe
NH

October 17, 2007

"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

September 20, 2007

We tried with all our might. You and your family are not forgotten.

56medics
Paramedic

August 10, 2007

My thoughts are with your loved ones on this 15th anniversary of your end of watch. You have not been forgotten nor will that ever be the case as you are a true hero and heroes never die. Keep looking down on your loved ones and guide them through life and also keep watch over those still out on patrol watching over the Thin Blue Line.

Bob Gordon
Father of Fallen Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04

October 21, 2006