Officer Down Memorial Page

My thoughts and deepest sympathy go out to the family of Trooper Lund. This is the first time I ever looked up the officer whose life was taken by two boys I once knew. It makes me so angry to think of all the lives ruined by their sheer stupidity and cowardice. I am sorry for what they have done and want to say it makes me ashamed to be from the same town. I want to thank Dennis Lund for his service and ulimate sacrifice...who knows how many more innocent people could have been hurt by them if not for this brave and dedicated man.

Amanda L
formerly of Delphi, IN
June 16, 2011

It seems like only yesterday you were still with us. Life skipped a beat and has never been the same. I know you are still with us as we keep our fun times we had and memories alive.
I have written down everything I know about you so I will never forget you.
I miss you a lot!!!! I look forward to seeing you!!!!!

Judy Lund
Sister
April 13, 2011

I just wanted to write to say that my husband and I were traveling through Utah and saw the cross with your name on it.
I just looked up how you died. What a tragedy. I lost my cousin who was a Law Enforcement Officer. He was severly beaten and shot with his own gun, I know the pain that your family is feeling.
I look up to all police officers would love to be one myself to protect and serve as so many do.
Thank you so much for all that you did and for what all police officers do today to keep us safe. they truly do not get enough credit.
I love you even though I never knew you.

Kristy H
no relation
October 1, 2010

Trooper Dennis Lavelle Lund ''
That you for stopping the bleeding from my bad head wound on I-70 east of PRICE UTAH on 6-4-1993''' The big Rig that lost its brakes and fliped over and crashed, going 85 mph '' Also thank you for your kind and caring demener
I will always remember you'' God Bless your Soul'''
Chip T Garcia
Sacramento ,CA

Chip Garcia
August 20, 2010

I was involved in very bad accident on I-70 and I had a very bad head wound etc and Trooper Lund arrived at the accident, I remember him saying that he worked as a EMT in a ambulance at one time''' He gave me first aid and stopped the bleeding
Well I bled all over his uniform ,He did not complain at all''' He was very caring to me ''' I remember thinking that he was to nice to be a policeman'' This was just before he was killed in the summer of 1993'' If there is a heaven I know Dennis Lund is there'' Thank you Officer Dennis Levelle Lund God Bless You'''
Chip Garcia,Sacramento CA

Anonymous
August 20, 2010

Getting ready to head to "The Lake" and wishing you could be there with us.

Gary
Brother
July 30, 2010

Thinking of you and all of your loved ones today. It has been 17 years since you were called away but I know those that love you think of you every day and carry your loving memories in their hearts. Continue to watch over all of your loved ones.

"It's not the years in your life that count; It's the life in your years." Abraham Lincoln

Bob Gordon
Father of Chicago Officer: Michael P. Gordon, EOW: 8/8/04
June 16, 2010

driving through utah saw the cross in honor of Dennis Lund...now i read about his tragic death. My thoughts and prayers are with his family...such a sad waste of life for this handsome man. What an honor to have his memory live on with the memorial!!

mary j
May 12, 2010

God Speed, Brother.

P.O. K.Murphy
Union PD, NJ
November 30, 2009

Dee, Our grandson arrived from heaven in July. We know you were with us in the delivery room. We talk of you and think of you everyday. How different our lives should have been. I love you for eternity and am so grateful you are my eternal companion. As you know Jared is following in your footsteps. "If you get there before I do, don't give up on me. Between now and then when I see you again I'll be loving you. LOVE ME

Brenda Lund
Wife
August 11, 2009

Dee, it has been 16 years since that day. I still wonder what would have happend that day had I been there as planned. We would have probally been goofing off somewhere but then again probally not. When ever I see my kids do "grown up things" marriage, missions military and babys I think to myself, how lucky I have been to be able to see it and be part of it. I know you have been there for yours in sprit. Love you.

Detective
Idaho Falls (Little brother)
May 19, 2009

I think of you everyday and miss you everyday. Thank you for being my guardian angel. I always feel you close by and know you are near, especially when the family gets together. I know families are togethr forever, and I look forward to seeing you again.

Judy Lund
Sister
April 24, 2009

Stopped at the San Rafael View Area last week while travelling through the area on business. After spending a few minutes at the cross, made a note to look up Trooper Lund on ODMP. Also saw a couple of Troopers while driving along I-70 and I-15. God bless all Utah Highway Patrol Troopers and all law enforcement.

Anonymous
March 23, 2009

RIP.Your memory lives on and will not be forgotten.

Anonymous
November 12, 2008

Just wanted to say happy birthday - it seemed like you were close today. Your life continues to inspire me and others and I still miss you. Now that I am a mother, I realize what a sacrifice you made that day you drove to work.....
I love you.

Michele
Sister
September 21, 2008

It certainly has been some time since you were taken from us. We still miss you and think of you often. Take care.

Gary Lund
Younger Brother
September 8, 2008

I had just read of this as I was looking through the list of our officers who died in the line of duty. I am amazed to hear of this one, of how trooper Dennis Lund died. After more than one attempt at his life he kept going....My hat is off to this officer...Amazing job, but very sad for its outcome.

Brad Rodcen
August 15, 2008

A few weeks ago, my family and I passed through Utah from Colorado, and we passed through a rest stop with Dennis "Dee" Lund's cross in it. I wrote down the name, so I could look him up later.
When I got home, I read his story of the chase and how he died. If I were religious at all, I would have prayed for him, but all I can do is hope for many good things for his family.
I shall never forget his name.
Rest in peace, Trooper Dee.

Anonymous
August 12, 2008

Fifteen years have passed. I still miss you a lot.
I think of you often.

Judy Lund
Sister
June 16, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on this anniversary.

Former N.H. Police Officer
Fauquier County, VA
June 15, 2008

Deeburger...you will never know how very often I think of you, even though so many years have gone by. The memories I have of you are all happy ones. Your cheerful demeanor, your willingness to help, and the respect you displayed for your dispatchers will never be forgotten. I always looked forward to working with you knowing I could depend on you to be professional and courteous in all of your dealings. You touched many lives and we are all grateful for the short time we were able to spend with you. Until we meet again...

Former Public Safety Dispatcher
Utah Dept of Public Safety
June 12, 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
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and may not be duplicated without permission

Investigator David L Bell
Richland County Sheriff's Dept., Columbia, SC
March 31, 2008

Dee,
I was talking about you to a really close friend today. It is amazing how many memories come to mind. I still wonder what fate would have brought us had I been there like I was supposed to. I am so proud of by big brother. I wish I was half the man you were.
Love and miss you Dee

Detective Clark Lund
Little brother
February 11, 2008

My family and I were traveling through your beautiful state last week when we stopped at the rest area where a cross has been placed in your honor. I just want to tell you thank you for your ultimate sacrafice. I can only think of 1 place that would be any more beautiful than where your cross stands and that's where you are now . I said a prayer for your family and friends who were left behind. Until we all have that great awaited reunion in Heaven May God Bless each of them.

August 9, 2007

Theres not a day that goes by that i dont think of you in some way shape or form although you were takin from us when i was young i felt your influence all through my life and eventhough you were'nt here you still stood by me through all my good times and bad thank you Da"DEE"

Jared
Son
July 16, 2007