Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

It's hard to believe that it's been thirty years since this happened. I helped teach Mark in the Academy and was his FTO and then used to partner with him regularly. I remember that Friday night like it happened yesterday. I remember going to his parents home to notify them. No, I will never forget tat night or the sensless loss of a good frend. Rest in God's arms, Mark.

Sgt John Nieder
Multnomah County Sheriff's Office

February 2, 2024

I know I have not been here and left a note for some time but you and Scott are still remembered even after 30 years

Paul S
Friend

July 16, 2023

Deputy Sheriff Whitehead,
On today, the 30th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Multnomah County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 26, 2023

28 years mart I still miss our friendship you will never be forgotten and always remembered

Paul S

February 21, 2021

Mark
It’s soon to be 28 years since you and Scott were taken from us by a thoughtless drunk driver. So many L. E. O’s have been taken from family and friends by The one thing that can be so easily prevented yet people still get behind the wheel after they’ve been drinking I’ll never understand why. I miss you my friend. I hold true to my promise you’ll never be forgotten and always remembered.

Paul S
Forever Friend

January 9, 2021

Mark it’s been almost 29 years when I first met you at the reserve academy. I saw this kid who didn’t look old enough to be out of high school. You tagged along with Steve S and I like a puppy dog. You were so anxious to learn. When you graduated from the reserve academy you couldn’t wait to go out and use everything you learned. I still remember how your uniform fit. You still looked so young but you grew up so much. You were ready to tackle the world. I will always remember you.

Retired Brian McNeel
Beaverton PD

May 11, 2020

Rest in peace Reserve Deputy Sheriff Whitehead.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

April 28, 2020

27 years have passed you are still missed but always remembered I remember that night like it was yesterday and always will. Your last words to me was “See you later” in Gods glory yes I will see you later
R. I. P.
Mark and Scott

Paul S.
Forever Friend

March 13, 2020

I just learned the story behind your name on the freeway sign. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.

RWM

February 27, 2018

Well Mark soon to be 25 years that have passed. The night that you and Scott were killed is one that many people will never forget. I have lost contact with your dad and brother, hope they are doing good. I miss your friendship but also remember the fun we had. At your service I made a promise that I would never forget you. You were a good man Mark, and a good friend. You will alway be remembered.
R. I. P. My brother.

Paul
Forever Friend

February 13, 2018

Served with both of them as a Reserve Deputy with Multnomah County . Will never forget that night . RIP Mark & Scott .

Res. Lt. Gary Moore
Portland Police Bureau

January 24, 2018

Mark 24 years have passed I wish somehow I could have fully understood what my father was saying when he told me to "Don't rush things son before you know it a life time will have passed" time has not given away to our friendship. You and Scott will always be remembered thank you for your friendship and for your service.

Paul
Friend

February 23, 2017

Mark,

I think of you often when I travel I-84. The kindred spirit we shared in both law enforcement and in music. It's been nearly 25 years since we traveled to Japan and Korea together with the PYP. Your big brother persona was so appreciated in those days. I realize this posting is more for us then it is for you, but deep down inside I hope you somehow feel our appreciation for the way you positively affected our lives. You are missed and fondly remembered.

Sean
Cousin

February 29, 2016

Well Mark we are coming up on 23 years scene your last patrol. I visited your grave site the other day wiped away the fallen leaves and just thought about some of the fun we had working together. I still miss your friendship Thanks for looking after all of us. You and Scott will never be gone I will always remember.
R.I.P. Brother

Your friend
Paul

January 7, 2016

Another year has passed, it feels like time go's faster and faster every year .I still think about you offen. Wow you would have been 45 years old this year. But your forever 23. I have not forgotten, I will always remember my friend, always.
R.I.P.

Paul
Friend

March 1, 2015

This is so tragic. Another 2 reserve officers down. RIP. Giving your life for others for free is the ultimate sacrifice. I truly feel for there families.

Thank you for your selfless service to the community

Command Chief Warrant Officer Kim Johns
Oregon Military Department, ORSDF

February 28, 2014

Well Mark 20 years have passed unbelievable. I lost another friend last week, Ken Celorie. Why dose it seem like all the good things in life go away so quickly? And the bad things seem to stick around? wow 20 years yet I remember it like yesterday. I guess I always will. I tried to contact your dad a few months back but was unable to I hope he and your brother are safe and healthy. Again Mark I said you and Scott will never be forgotten. I do remember you and miss your friendship.

R.I.P. Mark

Paul

February 27, 2013

20 years have past. I miss you.

Anonymous Friend

February 26, 2013

Deputy Sheriff Whitehead,
On today, the 19th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you to you and your fellow officer for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Multnomah County. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

February 26, 2012

Mark - this Sunday it's 19 years. I will be at Cannon Beach - one of youre favorite places. I plan to take time out of the day to celebrate your life and the memories I had with you. I think of you often and what a man of God you were. I know you are walking with Him now and experiencing the joy of being in His presence. I think much of how it will great to see you in heaven - but even more wonderful it will be to see my Lord. You are missed. . . everyday.

An old friend

February 23, 2012

Well Mark This month make's it 19 years scene that night God called you home. WOW 19 years! So many things have happen in that time, yet it is like it was yesterday. My dad has joined you in Gods kingdom this past year. He is now again with my mom his true love if you happen to see them or my best friend (my dog) say hi for me. As For me it's kind of a down time I guess I just got alot on my plate. I have lost contact with your dad and brother, I hope they are well. Mark you were a good friend I hope to see you again someday just not real soon. ha ha Like I said from the get go You will never be forgotten I will always remember

R.I.P my brother
Paul

Paul
Friend

February 2, 2012

Although this happened in 1993, it is still an often mentioned incident here at MCSO. We have not forgotten, and are reminded daily as we pass the location of the incident. RIP.

Patrol Sgt
Multnomah County Sheriffs Office

April 27, 2010

Well Mark it's been 17 years since that faithfull night. It's funny how the days that turn into to years seem to go by faster and faster as I get older. I just can not belive that 17 years have pasted by. I still think about you and Scott offen. I offen wounder what your life would have been like? Where you would hang your hat at night? What your kids would have gown-up like or even how manny kids you would have had (Iam thinking at lease two) I do know this,In the shot time spent being your friend was truly the best time of my life, and I thank you again for that. Like I have said befor you and Scott will not be forgotten. You both live on in not only my hart but in the harts of every one you thouched with your kind words and your grate smile. Thanks for watching over us all. You and Scott are forever HEROES God bless you both.

Paul
Forever Friend

February 28, 2010

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 17th 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.

Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Loya

Phyllis Loya
mother of fallen officer Larry Lasater

February 26, 2010

Well Mark 16 years have pasted. WOW I sure understand now what mom & dad ment when they said "don't try and grow up to fast, one day you will wounder where the years went." How true I can't believe it's been 16 years since God called you home. But I still remember you Scott and the friendship we shared. You and Scott will always be remembered. Be sure to welcome three brothers in blue from Oakland Calif PD and pray for Officer John Hege who is fighting for his life. All four were shot today by some gutless so and so and it all stated from a traffic stop.
Good bye for now Mark and thank's for looking out for us all.

Paul S
Forever Friend

March 22, 2009