Officer Down Memorial Page

Anthony (Flip), I STILL remember you and your unconditional friendship you bestowed on EVERYONE you've met during your brief time in Alaska...........your dedication and constant smiles is DEEPLY missed and admired by everyone you touched with your friendship! Watch over us, friend!.........HE HAD NO VICES!!!.................. vic (zip) garcia ♥ (†)

Vic (zip) Garcia, CEO Islandsisters.net
Close friend & co-worker, Haines Tank Farm
February 8, 2012

Thank you all for your kind words & your prayers for Tony...I was unaware of this site until today. He was one of the most honorable human-beings I've ever known...and, as happened today, I think of Tony....his selfless actions in responding (from home and off work) on behalf of his community (and in support of his fellow officers). I hope that his family, most importantly his daughter... have found this site and know that he is remembered...that his life holds meaning to us and is honored. Thank you so much~

Philip
ex-communications supervisor
Dillingham Police Department
September 18th, 2011

ex-communications supervisor
Dillingham Police Department
September 18, 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 murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never dimishes respect. I pray for solace for all those who love and remember you for I know both the pain and pride are forever.

Rest In Peace

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater
February 12, 2011

God Bless you Hero. You will not be forgotten. Thank you for your service.

Deputy Petree
Hendricks County Sheriffs Dept.
December 27, 2008

Flip,
You are gone but not forgotten and are always in our thoughts and prayers.
We will never forget you and your sacrifice.
Dave

Sergeant David Jones
Alaska State Troopers
May 9, 2008

I miss you Tony. Thank you for being a faithful friend during our stay at "camp Sitka" where we started in the police profession together. I will always remember your encouraging words. May the Lord continue to bless your wife and family. Rest in Him.

Chuck Kopp, Chief of Police
Kenai Police Department
May 8, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE, YOU ARE HERO JUST BY THE PROFESSION YOU CHOSE.

VANDENBERGHE
MANCHESTER, NH
February 9, 2008

"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
Copyright © 1999 - All Rights Reserved
and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
July 25, 2007

God Speed, Brother.

P.O.K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ
February 22, 2007

Rest easy. You are not forgotten.

Police Officer
February 13, 2007

Rest in peace, Sir! You are not forgotten.

Police Officer
December 10, 2006

Rest in Peace, Officer Jones. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169
November 2, 2006

I remember the day of this incident- I was watching the news and listened intently to the events. I still think of the time frame- I was getting ready to go through the background process with AST recruitment. It was a reminder of what could happen at anytime in this line of work. I visited your memorial site today to let you know that you are not forgotten. Several of the troopers I got to know when I was hired were involved in the AST response to this incident. Your story was also on Real Stories of the Hwy Patrol a few years later. We remember your sacrifice, watch over us.

Sgt. Brian Wassmann
Alaska State Troopers
June 27, 2005

Sir, I was honored to serve the Dillingham PD for a short time. There I got to know some wonderful people - One, My friend Joe Cross. The other was you - you are NOT FORGOTTEN! I know you both are together, watching over the others that protect such a remote community. You will never be forgotten. I am sure the people that had the privlidge to serve with you will agree - You are now part of a special force, one that watches over each and everyone of us.

Thank You!
Gregory Beckman

Dispatch
Kenai Police Dept
February 15, 2005

Rest in peace. You paid the ultimate sacrefice and we are in debted to you.

Special Officer
ISU Public Safety (ID)
December 27, 2004

I stop by this website often after the death of two dear friends with the NCSHP (Troopers Calvin Taylor E.O.W. October 3, 2001 and Anthony Cogdill E.O.W. May 30, 2003).

We all grieve over the lives lost in the line of duty. I hope you can find some comfort knowing that there are countless prayers that go out for your family.

These are senseless tragedies that never seem to stop. God Bless the men and women who continue to serve their communities in our great Nation.

...Gone, but never Forgotten....

(Formerly of Seward Alaska)

Marti (EMT-Paramedic)
Haywood Co EMS (NC)
April 6, 2004

Brother, May God bless you and continue to watch over your family. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Special Agent
FBI New York
April 3, 2004

Rest in peace sir. Thank you for your service.

Shannon
private citizen
March 6, 2004

Brother, may God continue to bless you and watch over your family. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten.

Special Agent
FBI New York
January 27, 2004